Due to the predicted winter storm, Granger Waste Service has advised that they will begin trash service in the City of Eaton Rapids at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, December 23rd. They also advised that there would be no delay in service for the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s.
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Notice of Meeting Change
To comply with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.265):
The City of Eaton Rapids Parks, Recreation & Events Board
200S.Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8118
cityofeatonrapids.com
The regular meeting of the City of Eaton Rapids Parks, Recreation & Events Board on December 20, 2022 at 7:00PM has been CANCELED.
Laura Boomer, Clerk
December Mayor’s Corner
Happy December!
If you’re like me, you have been wondering “where did this year go”? It seems like it was July 4th and now it’s Christmas and the New Year is upon us. December is a busy month, but I try to take the time to reflect on the year and especially to be thankful for all the blessings I have.
I would like to thank the residents for entrusting me to lead this great city. It has been an honor and privilege serving you. I’ve met many incredible people this year and I hope that I have lived up to your expectations. I want to thank all of the individuals, committees, boards, city departments and especially my fellow City Council members, that did the work for the City of Eaton Rapids. Keeping your focus and commitment on making Eaton Rapids the best place to live is not always an easy task but we find ways to make it happen because we know how important it is. Thank You!
A tradition of mine during this season is to watch a few of my favorite Christmas movies; It’s a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Carol. Those movies remind me of not just the Christmas spirit, but the human spirit. What is important is giving, not of presents purchased at a store, but giving of ourselves, our time, our resources, our talents, our kindness, and our thoughtfulness. So often people get lost in the commercial aspect of the holidays. We all have so much more to give that doesn’t cost money. Our community is rich in so many ways because of the caring people that live and work here. Let’s remember that giving spirt all year long!
Next month, I will recap all of the positive work that happened this year and what lies ahead in our annual State of the City address. We’ve all worked very hard for you, but we have a lot more to do that we are excited to share.
As always, if you have any questions, comments, ideas or would like more information about serving our city, please reach out to me at pcolestock@cityofeatonrapids.com or call me at 517- 410-9472.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Mayor Pam Colestock
Reminder of Eaton Rapids Snow Removal Ordinance
The City of Eaton Rapids snow ordinance is designed to ensure that snow is removed in a timely manner from public sidewalks and walkways. If you will be out of town, arrangements must be made to have your snow cleared. The City snow ordinance will be enforced throughout the winter.
Chapter 19, Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Grounds, Article II, Sidewalks, Section 25, Owners to Clear Snow and Ice; Removal: Costs of the City of Eaton Rapids Code of Ordinances. Under the provisions of this ordinance:
- The occupant of every lot or premises adjoining any street, or the owner of the lot or premises, if not occupied, shall clear all ice and snow from sidewalks adjoining the lot or premises by 12:00 noon of the following day.
- If any owner or occupant of any house, building, or lot shall fail to remove or cause to be removed snow as provided in subsection (a), the City may cause the snow to be removed at the expense of such occupant or owner and the cost, as determined by the City Council, if not paid within 30 days after billing, shall become a lien in favor of the City against the house, building, or lot. The cost shall be assessed against the house, building or lot or, in the case of the personal property contained thereon, the same as real and personal property taxes are assessed and levied.
Laura Boomer, City Clerk
November Mayor’s Corner
Hello Eaton Rapids!
I hope all of you had a great Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends.
I want to give kudos to City Clerk Laura Boomer, and the election team for running a seamless
election. It’s no small feat to run these elections, especially when there are so many candidates
running plus ballot proposals. These folks work very hard to make sure we have the highest
election integrity, so Thank You!
The city will be very busy the next few weeks getting our town ready for Christmas. Kicking it
off is the Hometown Family Christmas on Saturday December 3rd. There will be many activities
throughout the day, concluding with the annual Christmas parade. This is a very well attended
parade so mark your calendars now, so you don’t miss it! If you are interested in participating in
the parade, please contact the Eaton Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce at
info@eatonrapidschamber.org.
Did you know we have a gem in our city? We do! The Jean Bradford Kline Senior Center, located at 201 Grand Street. This nonprofit serves all of Eaton Rapids, and you don’t have to be a “senior” (55 and over) to enjoy it, OR to be a member! They provide resources for seniors, such as tax assistance, hearing and foot clinics, exercise classes, games, meals, and entertainment. They have Bingo each Wednesday and their famous Swiss Steak suppers once per month. They will be holding a membership drive after the new year, so if you need more information please contact Director Rita Honeysett, at 517-663-2335. They also have a Facebook page at The Jean Bradford Kline Senior Center so check them out and consider becoming a member.
City Council in conjunction with our Township partners is working on a new Recycling Center for
our community and have identified a potential location in the south Industrial Park. We are
working through the formalities and will have more information to share after the new year. We
are mindful that this is something we not only want but need in our community, so watch for
more details as they become available.
As always, if you have any questions, comments, ideas or would like more information about
serving our city, please reach out to me at pcolestock@cityofeatonrapids.com or call me at 517-
489-3064 or 517-410-9472.
Mayor Pam
Election Information
November 5 – Clerk’s office will be open 9 to 1 for voting related activities.
November 6 – Clerk’s office will be open 9 to 1 for voting related activities.
November 7 – Last day to request an AV ballot (must be voted in person at City Hall) AND last day to spoil an AV ballot. Clerk’s office will be open 8:30 to 4.
November 8 – ELECTION DAY! Polls open 7 am to 8 pm – All AV ballots must be received by 8 pm in order to be counted.
