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Hydrant Flushing October 2026
The City of Eaton Rapids Water Department Will be flushing hydrants on October 20th – 22nd. Discoloration of your water may occur.
October Mayor’s Corner
The City of Eaton Rapids is leading a regional effort to strengthen animal control services after county budget cuts reduced staffing to one officer. We recently met with Eaton County to discuss restoring services. Local police departments are increasingly handling aggressive dogs, strays, and bite reports, straining limited resources. We will share updates as discussions […]
9/21/26 Temporary Water Service Disruptions
The City of Eaton Rapids Department of Public Works & Utilities is notifying residents thattemporary water service disruptions are expected on Monday, September 21, 2026, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The affected area includes residents near River Street and Diana Street. The disruptions arenecessary as crews continue work on the water line in the […]
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September Mayor’s Corner
Wow, summer is almost gone! I hope you’ve been able to enjoy our summer here in Eaton Rapids! We have many events coming this fall and will have more details as they get closer, but here is a quick summary: Some of you may have heard but if not, we are bringing back Urban Air! […]
Raise the Woof: 5k-9 Walk/Run (September 21, 2024)
Schedule of Events: 8am 5k-9 Run/Walk: Register today to compete in our first Eaton Rapids Raise the Woof 5k-9 Run/Walk. This run/walk is perfect for you and your favorite furry friend! Explore Eaton Rapids while exercising with your buddy. Each registrant is welcome to run or walk the 5k, depending on their ability and the […]
August Mayor’s Corner
I hope you are all enjoying a great summer in Eaton Rapids! We’ve had great weather for picnics, music and movies in the park, and kayaking at the Outdoor Recreation Center. Speaking of that, have you seen the new pavilion at Mill Pointe Park? This is the park that surrounds the boat livery directly behind […]
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Mill Pointe Park Pavilion
We were honored to have several distinguished speakers joining us for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Mill Pointe Park Pavilion today: Thanks to a generous grant received by the City of Eaton Rapids from the Eaton County Community Parks Grant, Mill Pointe Park now features a pavilion, picnic tables, grills, and trash containers, […]
City of Eaton Rapids Spring Cleanup Event
View the Notice Here
Notice of Hydrant Flushing
The City of Eaton Rapids Water Department Will be flushing hydrants on April 30 – May 3 Discoloration of your water may occur.
Oak Ridge Park Recreation Cooperative
Will meet at Oak Ridge Park on April 9th at 7 p.m. to walk through north section of park to look at extending trail.
Eaton County Emergency Management to host town hall with FEMA
EATON COUNTY, MI – Eaton County Emergency Management is pleased to announce a Town Hall Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Delta Township District Library. This meeting is open to the public, and we extend an invitation to all community members impacted by the severe storms, […]
FEMA Clean and Sanitize Assistance Can Help You
LANSING, Mich. – FEMA can give eligible survivors of the Aug. 24-26, 2023 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding up to $300 toward their cleaning expenses. Both homeowners and renters may be eligible for Clean and Sanitize assistance, even if they’ve already scrubbed, mopped, and bleached away the storm. View Full Notice: Here
2024 DDA Facade Grant
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Facade Grant! This is open to all businesses located within the DDA district. You may obtain an application here, or send an email to pcolestock@cityofeatonrapids.gov and one will be emailed to you. We have almost $30,000 in grants to award this year so if […]
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center
FEMA to open Disaster Recovery Center at LCC’s West Campus Federal assistance available for those impacted by August storms EATON COUNTY, MI – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is set to establish a pivotal resource for residents affected by the August 24-26, 2023, storms by establishing a Disaster Recovery Center at Lansing Community College’s West […]
