SAND LAKE, Mich. — A trio of townships have signed a deal to fund the Sand Lake Fire Department. Last week, Pierson Township and Ensley Township agreed to a contract with Nelson Township, who in the spring took over the department from the Village of Sand Lake. Now, the department will continue to provide fire and emergency medical services to the three townships and the village. There, a total of $10,673.78 was raised to help Pierson Township pay for its portion of the fire department's cost. As those in the profession work around the clock for those in their community, Ayers says he's willing to show up at any time to support them.