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City of Eaton Rapids

Michigan's Island City

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August 21, 2026

September Mayor’s Corner

We are getting closer to completing several city infrastructure projects, and I know many of you will be glad to see them finished. Thank you for your continued patience throughout this process. While we hope construction projects will move forward without complications, that is not always possible, especially when working with aging infrastructure. Please know […]

August 3, 2026

 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER – Eaton Rapids Did Not Meet Treatment Requirements 

Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this situation does not require that you take immediate action, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we are doing to correct this situation. We treat our water to control corrosion and minimize lead and […]

July 27, 2026

August Mayor’s Corner

I hope everyone enjoyed our 250th anniversary of America over the July 4th weekend. Our city worked very hard to make it special and we hope you all enjoyed it. I would like to thank all of our City staff for their hard work in making the event fun for the community. I would also […]

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 Hydrant Flushing 

 The City of Eaton Rapids Water Department  Will be flushing hydrants on  October 11th -13th  Discoloration of your water may occur. 

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September Mayor’s Corner

 Hello Eaton Rapids!  Mark your calendars now for our annual Downtown Trick or Treat, on Wednesday, October 26th from 5pm-7pm. The downtown merchants will be passing out treats to all of the kids who want to show off their costumes. Watch for more details to come.  The Eaton Rapids Arts Council will hold its annual […]

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Hall Street Closed

 Construction on Hall St. Is currently scheduled to begin the first week of September. We are planning to Re-pave Hall St. from King to Knight St. with some minor repairs of the Utilities & Sidewalks. This project is slated to be completed in 4-6 weeks 

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Notice of Canceled Meeting

CANCELED MEETING NOTICE To comply with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.265): The City of Eaton Rapids Quality of Life Board 200S.Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 (517) 663-8118 cityofeatonrapids.com The Meeting scheduled for September 6,2022 at 7:00 p.m. HAS BEEN CANCELED The rescheduled meeting will be held on September 8, 2022 at 7:00 […]

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Notice of Meeting Change

NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE To comply with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.265): The City of Eaton Rapids Quality of Life Board 200S. Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 (517) 663-8118 cit yof eatonrapids.com the regular meeting of the Quality of Life Board on September 20,2022 at 7:00p.m.has been moved to September 6,2022 at […]

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Notice of Meeting Change

NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE To comply with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.265): The City of Eaton Rapids Arts Council 200S. Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 (517) 663-8118 cityofeatonrapids.com the regular meeting of the Arts Council on September 13, 2022 at 6:00p.m.has been moved to September 8,2022 at 6:00p.m. The City of Eaton […]

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Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund

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August Mayor’s Corner

 Hello ER!  Mark your calendars for August 20th, starting at Noon, former Mayor Paul Malewski will once again do a 24-hour paddle around the Island, to raise money for 3 causes: Pawsability, Siren Shelter of Eaton County and Team River Runner Veteran organization. All very worthy causes that can use our support! We will have […]

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Notice of Planning Commission Special Meeting

MEETING NOTICE To comply with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.265): The City of Eaton Rapids Planning Commission 200 S. Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 (517) 663-8118 cityofeatonrapids.com Will hold a special meeting on July 25, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall, 200 S. Main Street, Eaton Rapids, Michigan. The City of […]

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City Recycling Drop-off Center Notice

To all Eaton Rapids residents, due to the abundance of non-approved recycling materials being left at the recycling center, the recycling drop-off center located 301 Market Street, will be permanently closed. This closure will be effective by August 1st. There will be signs placed at the current location reminding you of this closing and directing […]

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Request for Proposals: Financial Audit Services

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Waste Acceptance Guidelines

PROHIBITED WASTES The following prohibited wastes cannot be accepted under any condition or from any source: Hazardous or toxic waste as defined by local, state or federal laws or regulation. (Hazardous wastes are materials that are ignitable, corrosive, reactive or toxic, as well as listed wastes, such as pesticides, herbicides, solvents and their containers) Hazardous […]

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