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City of Eaton Rapids

Michigan's Island City

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Mayor’s Corner

Mayor

Pam Colestock

MAYOR

About

Pam was elected to city council in 2015 and served as precinct 2 representative from 2016-2021. She was then elected Mayor in November 2021, serving as the city’s first female Mayor.

She spent the last 20 years working in the Property Management industry, but in April 2023, started working for Eaton Rapids Medical Center, as the Executive Assistant to the CEO. She serves as a voting member of the Downtown Development Authority and serves on the Board of Directors for the G.A.R Memorial Hall & Museum as well as on the Board of Trustees for the First Congregational Church. She is active in most city events including the Memorial Day parade committee. She has 2 business degrees: one in Sales and Marketing and one in Paralegal Studies.

Her term for Mayor expires in 2026.

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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June 18, 2021

June Mayor’s Corner

“a great place to live, raise your family and recreate”

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May 7, 2021

May Mayor’s Corner

Monarch Butterfly Awareness Month

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April 6, 2021

January Mayor’s Corner

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to a new year

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April 6, 2021

December Mayor’s Corner

I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you

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April 6, 2021

November Mayor’s Corner

Find the things in your heart that you are truly “Thank full” for and if you do, then Thanksgiving is still there.

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    • Attractions
    • Events
    • Parks, Recreation & Events
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      • City Attorney
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      • Building & Zoning
      • Parks, Recreation & Events
      • Community & Economic Development
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  • Government
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    • Boards & Committees
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      • City Council
      • Planning Commission
      • DDA
      • CBA
      • LDFA
      • ZBA
      • Property Tax Board of Review
      • Local Officers Compensation Committee
      • Parks, Recreation & Events Board
      • Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
    • Subcommittees
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      • Arts Council Subcommittee
      • Recreation Subcommittee
      • Oakridge Park Subcommittee
    • Elections
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      • Election Results
      • Polling Location
    • Related Links
      ▼
      • Agendas & Meeting Minutes
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      • News
      • Newsletters
      • 2025 Public Meeting Schedule
      • Board & Commission Opportunities
      • Mayor’s Corner
  • Residents
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    • Report & Submit
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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
      • Wellhead Protection Program
    • Health & Wellness
      ▼
      • Health Alliance – Food Assistance
      • Eaton Rapids Medical Center
    • Schools
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      • Eaton Rapids School District
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      ▼
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      • Newsletters
      • Eaton Rapids Road & Infrastructure Project Updates
    • Eaton County Basic Needs Assistance
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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
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      • Capital Area Michigan Works
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