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March 5, 2026

Notice of BRA Meeting Cancelation

March 4, 2026

Notice of ZBA Meeting Cancelation

February 11, 2026

Notice of Planning Commission Public Hearings

February 6, 2026

Notice of Council Work Session Meeting Cancellation

February 3, 2026

 2026 Board of Review Notice 

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March 3, 2026

March Mayor’s Corner

Spring is almost here at Eaton Rapids! With that you will start seeing several projects happening within the City. Our Drinking Water project that we talked extensively about last year, has started so you will see a lot of activity with that project on-going throughout the year. We have some major street resurfacing projects as […]

February 20, 2026

City of Eaton Rapids – Water Main Repair

View the Full Size Map Here Beginning in March, the City of Eaton Rapids will start water main repair & replacement projects throughout the city. Residents may experience temporary road closures and traffic slowdowns. Please use caution when traveling in affected areas. Please see the list below for the scheduled work and view the map […]

February 19, 2026

Advertisement for Bids – North Industrial Park Street Improvements

February 3, 2026

February Mayor’s Corner

As we continue to navigate the challenges of winter weather, I want to remind residents of the proper process for reporting utility issues. If you experience a problem with water, sewer or electrical services, please contact City Hall directly. Although many turn to Facebook for quick updates, reporting issues on social media can delay response […]

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Upcoming Meetings

19 Mar
7:00 pm

Oakridge Park Subcommittee Meeting

Thursday, City Hall
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20 Mar
7:30 am

Local Development Finance Authority Meeting

Friday, City Hall
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23 Mar
5:00 pm

City Council Work Session

Monday, City Hall
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23 Mar
7:00 pm

City Council Meeting

Monday, City Hall
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03 Apr
7:15 am

Recreation Subcommittee Meeting

Friday, City Hall
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06 Apr
7:00 pm

Planning Commission Meeting

Monday, City Hall
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News

March 3, 2026

March Mayor’s Corner

Spring is almost here at Eaton Rapids! With that you will start seeing several projects happening within the City. Our Drinking Water project that we talked extensively about last year, has started so you will see a lot of activity with that project on-going throughout the year. We have some major street resurfacing projects as […]

February 20, 2026

City of Eaton Rapids – Water Main Repair

View the Full Size Map Here Beginning in March, the City of Eaton Rapids will start water main repair & replacement projects throughout the city. Residents may experience temporary road closures and traffic slowdowns. Please use caution when traveling in affected areas. Please see the list below for the scheduled work and view the map […]

February 19, 2026

Advertisement for Bids – North Industrial Park Street Improvements

February 3, 2026

February Mayor’s Corner

As we continue to navigate the challenges of winter weather, I want to remind residents of the proper process for reporting utility issues. If you experience a problem with water, sewer or electrical services, please contact City Hall directly. Although many turn to Facebook for quick updates, reporting issues on social media can delay response […]

All News

Public Notices

March 5, 2026

Notice of BRA Meeting Cancelation

March 4, 2026

Notice of ZBA Meeting Cancelation

February 11, 2026

Notice of Planning Commission Public Hearings

February 6, 2026

Notice of Council Work Session Meeting Cancellation

February 3, 2026

 2026 Board of Review Notice 

All Notices

Upcoming Meetings

19 Mar
7:00 pm

Oakridge Park Subcommittee Meeting

Thursday, City Hall
View
20 Mar
7:30 am

Local Development Finance Authority Meeting

Friday, City Hall
View
23 Mar
5:00 pm

City Council Work Session

Monday, City Hall
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23 Mar
7:00 pm

City Council Meeting

Monday, City Hall
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03 Apr
7:15 am

Recreation Subcommittee Meeting

Friday, City Hall
View
06 Apr
7:00 pm

Planning Commission Meeting

Monday, City Hall
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Our community has more than 60 acres of land designated for parks and recreational use. An additional 1,050 feet of riverwalk is also available for your enjoyment, as well as school, regional and state facilities.

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      • Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
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      • Report a Code Violation
      • Report a Downed Tree/Limb
      • Report Low Water Pressure or Bad Odor/Color
      • Report a Street Light Outage
      • Submit a Citizen Response
      • Submit an FOIA Request
    • Animals, Environment & Forestry
      ▼
      • Animal Regulations
      • Chicken Permit Application
      • Yard Waste
      • Recycling
      • Watershed
      • Tree Care & Maintenance
    • Health & Wellness
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      • Health Alliance – Food Assistance
      • Eaton Rapids Medical Center
    • Schools
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      • Eaton Rapids School District
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      • Tax, Utility & Permit Payments
      • Resources
      • News
      • Newsletters
    • Eaton County Basic Needs Assistance
  • Business
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    • Economic Development
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      • Available Properties
      • Building & Zoning FAQ’s
      • Business Setup Guide
      • Eaton Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
      • Elevate Eaton Rapids
      • Eaton Rapids Development Corporation
      • Guide to Development
    • Regional Resources
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      • Business & Economic Development
      • Capital Area Michigan Works
      • Lansing Economic Area Partnership
      • Michigan Economic Development Corporation
      • Small Business Development Center
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