Frequently Asked Questions

The City Council Meetings are the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 pm.

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The Planning Commission meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm.
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The Zoning Board of Appeal meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm.
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Parks are open from 8 a.m. until 10 pm. No person may be in, occupy, or use any portion of any park between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in any parks.

No, the shelters are on a first come basis.

The Department of Public Services conducts brush pickup April, June, August, and October. The second full week of each month, crews chip brush west of US-31. The third full week, crews chip brush east of US-31. Residents should stack brush with cut ends facing the same direction. The Public Service Department will be limited to 30 minutes at each address. Residents may call in to have their brush picked up.

Leaves may be dropped off at the Public Service Garage (410 Fifth Street) on the west side, however, they must be in paper bags.

Water/Sewer bills are sent out quarterly on January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15

WU – is the actual water used in the building.
SU – is based on actual water usage during the first quarter (Jan, Feb, Mar) of each year.
WR – is a water maintenance charge to service the water line in front of the residence (all customers pay this)
SR – is a sewer maintenance charge to service the sewer line in front of the residence (all customers pay this)
LF – Rebuilding of the City lift stations.

FM – Replacement of the forced main sewer line under the Grand River from Spring Lake to Grand Haven.

WWTP – Upgrades to the Northwest Ottawa Water Treatment Plant.

Summer tax bills are sent out on July 1st and due on August 31, Winter tax bills are sent out December 1st and due on February 14.

Yes.  You can pay by credit/debit card in person, by calling 844-719-3090 or on-line from our website.  We also offer direct ACH payments. Click here to obtain a form.

All construction performed in the City requires a permit. If you have any questions call City Hall at 616-842-5803 for further information.

Yes. For puppies 4-7 months old, the fee is $10.00 – after 7 months it would be considered an adult dog.

No.  You may obtain a dog license from the Ottawa County Treasurer or a local vet office.

You may purchase your dog license online here

Male/Female
One Year: $10.00
Three Year: $25.00
Unsexed with Proof
One Year: $25.00
Three Year: $70.00
Puppies
One Year: $10.00