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proud to be your city commissioners! Muskegon City Hall
933 Terrace St,
PAID
Grand Rapids, MI
Muskegon, MI Permit 1
49440
Ken Johnson,
Mayor
Current term expires 12/31/2025
Email: [email protected]
CONNECT MUSKEGON
Rachel Gorman, city of muskegon 2023 fall NewsLETTER
At-Large Commissioner
Current term expires 12/31/2025
Email: [email protected] Citizens attending a community engagement presentation Youth Playing in the Downtown Muskegon Sandbox
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
What is Community Engagement? mkgcity.com/ meetthemayor 44X2OD3
connectmuskegon Mayor’s Message Parks & Recreation Update
Rebecca St Clair, It is an effort to improve communities by addressing local
At-Large Commissioner ideas, concerns, and opportunities. It includes many ways of Greetings, neighbor! The Parks & Recreation Department had a successful first summer back. The summer camp
Current term expires 12/31/2025 communication to reach citizens and seek their input on issues that affect them. partnership with the Boys & Girls Club and Muskegon Public Schools ended in August.
Email: [email protected] As mayor, I’m excited to unveil the release of the city’s Hundreds of kids were fed and provided activities five days per week at no cost. The sites
Finding your City Representatives new Connect Muskegon community newsletter. This included McGraft Park, Reese Playfield and Smith-Ryerson Park. We anticipate continuing
newsletter will be published and posted online each these programs next year!
Eric Hood, Do you know who represents you at Muskegon City Hall? month. Each Fall and Spring, print copies will also be
Ward 1 Commissioner Check out the new tool to look up your representatives on the mailed to residents and businesses. As the city creates a plan to make significant investments in the future of our parks system, your
Current term expires 12/31/2023 City Commission website and how to contact them. mkgcity.com/
input is encouraged to help determine how these funds will be spent. A citizen Parks & Recreation
Email: [email protected] electedofficials The community newsletter is one of the many Advisory Committee has been established to also help shape the direction of community
ways your city government is working to enhance recreational assets. Please be sure to complete the Parks & Recreation Master Plan survey
Find November 7, 2023 Election Results communication, transparency, and build more at the link above which will be open to mid November. We want to hear from you!
engagement within the community. We are
Willie German, Jr On November 7, 2023, the City of Muskegon held an Election to committed to providing more avenues for residents
Vice Mayor, Ward 2 Commissioner vote for Ward Commissioners. Election results can be found online at to remain informed about issues happening in
Current term expires 12/31/2023 mkgcity.com/muskegonvotes. the community. These methods include, but are
Email: [email protected] not limited to, making City Commission meetings
The City Commission is made up of seven elected members: The Mayor available on television, YouTube, and Facebook;
and two At-Large Commissioners and four Ward Commissioners who welcoming in-person and phone-in public comments
Michael Ramsey, represent one of four Wards of the city. The City Commission is responsible at these meetings as well as holding engagement
Ward 3 Commissioner for appointing key positions at City Hall, which include the City Manager, City sessions around the city; and developing the Connect
Current term expires 12/31/2023 Clerk, City Treasurer, City Auditor, City Assessor, and Legal Counsel. The City Muskegon online engagement portal.
Email: [email protected] Manager is the City’s chief administrative official who runs City operations
day-to-day, under the general supervision of the City Commission and in Currently, the city is in the process of making
alignment with established ordinances, policies, procedures, and budgets. significant investments in the future of our parks
system. This is a great issue for the community to
Teresa Emory, Working in concert with the City Manager, professional staff, and community provide input on how these funds will be spent.
Ward 4 Commissioner members, the City Commission is responsible for establishing policy, One of my top priorities has been to re-establish the
Current term expires 12/31/2023 ordinances, fees, and zoning regulations, as well as approving contracts city’s Parks & Recreation Department, an office which
Email: [email protected] and any expenditure that exceeds the authority of City staff outlined in existed many years ago; create a citizens’ Parks & “Celebrating Muskegon” Public Art Piece at Pere Marquette Park
the purchasing policy. Additionally, the Commission reviews and approves Recreation Advisory Committee; and dedicate funds
staff-developed budgets for City operations, and periodically sets goals and mkgcity.com/
for play equipment, parks facilities, and recreational 21 ARPA Community Grants ARPAGrant
objectives for the City to achieve. programming. Please be sure to complete the Parks
& Recreation Master Plan survey so your input is In August, the Muskegon City Commission awarded $1.6 million to support 21 grant
received (more info in the Parks & Recreation section). proposals received from neighborhood associations, non-profits and small businesses.
The federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will help our community recover
With your collaboration, let’s cultivate community! from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at mkgcity.com/connectmuskegon
CONTACT CITY HALL
THE CITY OFFICE HOURS: The projects selected include: AgeWell Services*, $25,000; Every Woman’s Place*, $120,000; MI Crossroads Council, BSA
Muskegon City Hall Monday – Thursday: $25,000; Samaritas, $100,000; McLaughlin Neighborhood Association, $100,000; Nelson Neighborhood Improvement
933 Terrace St, 8:00am – 5:30pm Association*, $100,000; West Michigan Concert WINDS, $50,000; Volunteer for Dental*, $50,000; Muskegon Christian
Muskegon, MI 49440 Friday, Saturday, School, $175,000; West Michigan Symphony, $100,000; Unity Beauty Salon & Spa LLC*, $50,000; Tiki Boiz LLC, $50,000;
mkgcity.com/ (231) 724-6705 Sunday: Closed Kenneth D. Johnson, Rake Beer Project LLC, $25,000; Kids Food Basket*, $100,000; Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, $37,000; Boys &
home City of Muskegon Mayor Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore*, $50,000; Open Gates of Grace Ministries*, $100,000; Soul Filled Enterprises*,
$100,000; Servicios De Esperanza LLC*, $25,000; Sheldon Park Neighborhood Association, $8,000; and Jackson Hill
Neighborhood Association*, $60,000. (*Denotes organizations that are women and/or minority led.)
PRSRT STD
US Postage
proud to be your city commissioners! Muskegon City Hall
933 Terrace St,
PAID
Grand Rapids, MI
Muskegon, MI Permit 1
49440
Ken Johnson,
Mayor
Current term expires 12/31/2025
Email: [email protected]
CONNECT MUSKEGON
Rachel Gorman, city of muskegon 2023 fall NewsLETTER
At-Large Commissioner
Current term expires 12/31/2025
Email: [email protected] Citizens attending a community engagement presentation Youth Playing in the Downtown Muskegon Sandbox
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
What is Community Engagement? mkgcity.com/ meetthemayor 44X2OD3
connectmuskegon Mayor’s Message Parks & Recreation Update
Rebecca St Clair, It is an effort to improve communities by addressing local
At-Large Commissioner ideas, concerns, and opportunities. It includes many ways of Greetings, neighbor! The Parks & Recreation Department had a successful first summer back. The summer camp
Current term expires 12/31/2025 communication to reach citizens and seek their input on issues that affect them. partnership with the Boys & Girls Club and Muskegon Public Schools ended in August.
Email: [email protected] As mayor, I’m excited to unveil the release of the city’s Hundreds of kids were fed and provided activities five days per week at no cost. The sites
Finding your City Representatives new Connect Muskegon community newsletter. This included McGraft Park, Reese Playfield and Smith-Ryerson Park. We anticipate continuing
newsletter will be published and posted online each these programs next year!
Eric Hood, Do you know who represents you at Muskegon City Hall? month. Each Fall and Spring, print copies will also be
Ward 1 Commissioner Check out the new tool to look up your representatives on the mailed to residents and businesses. As the city creates a plan to make significant investments in the future of our parks system, your
Current term expires 12/31/2023 City Commission website and how to contact them. mkgcity.com/
input is encouraged to help determine how these funds will be spent. A citizen Parks & Recreation
Email: [email protected] electedofficials The community newsletter is one of the many Advisory Committee has been established to also help shape the direction of community
ways your city government is working to enhance recreational assets. Please be sure to complete the Parks & Recreation Master Plan survey
Find November 7, 2023 Election Results communication, transparency, and build more at the link above which will be open to mid November. We want to hear from you!
engagement within the community. We are
Willie German, Jr On November 7, 2023, the City of Muskegon held an Election to committed to providing more avenues for residents
Vice Mayor, Ward 2 Commissioner vote for Ward Commissioners. Election results can be found online at to remain informed about issues happening in
Current term expires 12/31/2023 mkgcity.com/muskegonvotes. the community. These methods include, but are
Email: [email protected] not limited to, making City Commission meetings
The City Commission is made up of seven elected members: The Mayor available on television, YouTube, and Facebook;
and two At-Large Commissioners and four Ward Commissioners who welcoming in-person and phone-in public comments
Michael Ramsey, represent one of four Wards of the city. The City Commission is responsible at these meetings as well as holding engagement
Ward 3 Commissioner for appointing key positions at City Hall, which include the City Manager, City sessions around the city; and developing the Connect
Current term expires 12/31/2023 Clerk, City Treasurer, City Auditor, City Assessor, and Legal Counsel. The City Muskegon online engagement portal.
Email: [email protected] Manager is the City’s chief administrative official who runs City operations
day-to-day, under the general supervision of the City Commission and in Currently, the city is in the process of making
alignment with established ordinances, policies, procedures, and budgets. significant investments in the future of our parks
system. This is a great issue for the community to
Teresa Emory, Working in concert with the City Manager, professional staff, and community provide input on how these funds will be spent.
Ward 4 Commissioner members, the City Commission is responsible for establishing policy, One of my top priorities has been to re-establish the
Current term expires 12/31/2023 ordinances, fees, and zoning regulations, as well as approving contracts city’s Parks & Recreation Department, an office which
Email: [email protected] and any expenditure that exceeds the authority of City staff outlined in existed many years ago; create a citizens’ Parks & “Celebrating Muskegon” Public Art Piece at Pere Marquette Park
the purchasing policy. Additionally, the Commission reviews and approves Recreation Advisory Committee; and dedicate funds
staff-developed budgets for City operations, and periodically sets goals and mkgcity.com/
for play equipment, parks facilities, and recreational 21 ARPA Community Grants ARPAGrant
objectives for the City to achieve. programming. Please be sure to complete the Parks
& Recreation Master Plan survey so your input is In August, the Muskegon City Commission awarded $1.6 million to support 21 grant
received (more info in the Parks & Recreation section). proposals received from neighborhood associations, non-profits and small businesses.
The federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will help our community recover
With your collaboration, let’s cultivate community! from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at mkgcity.com/connectmuskegon
CONTACT CITY HALL
THE CITY OFFICE HOURS: The projects selected include: AgeWell Services*, $25,000; Every Woman’s Place*, $120,000; MI Crossroads Council, BSA
Muskegon City Hall Monday – Thursday: $25,000; Samaritas, $100,000; McLaughlin Neighborhood Association, $100,000; Nelson Neighborhood Improvement
933 Terrace St, 8:00am – 5:30pm Association*, $100,000; West Michigan Concert WINDS, $50,000; Volunteer for Dental*, $50,000; Muskegon Christian
Muskegon, MI 49440 Friday, Saturday, School, $175,000; West Michigan Symphony, $100,000; Unity Beauty Salon & Spa LLC*, $50,000; Tiki Boiz LLC, $50,000;
mkgcity.com/ (231) 724-6705 Sunday: Closed Kenneth D. Johnson, Rake Beer Project LLC, $25,000; Kids Food Basket*, $100,000; Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, $37,000; Boys &
home City of Muskegon Mayor Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore*, $50,000; Open Gates of Grace Ministries*, $100,000; Soul Filled Enterprises*,
$100,000; Servicios De Esperanza LLC*, $25,000; Sheldon Park Neighborhood Association, $8,000; and Jackson Hill
Neighborhood Association*, $60,000. (*Denotes organizations that are women and/or minority led.)
Shaw Walker Building Sunset Over Lake Michigan Holiday Carolers at Hackley Park Tree Lighting 2022 Public Works Sign Shop at DPW Police Officer Spending Time with Youth Muskegon Fire Department Fleet Lining Up
Before the 150th Anniversary Parade
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
connectmuskegon budget holidays publicworks reportacrime mfd150
State Grants for Waterfront Projects 2023/24 General Fund Budget Holidays in the City Leaf & YARD WASTE Pickup See Something? Say Something! Thank You City of Muskegon Fire
The City received (3) $1 million brownfield redevelopment grants and What is a General Fund? The money in the General Fund (GF) is derived from Kick off the holiday season with Small Business Saturday featuring the Curbside Yard Waste Collection runs through November 30 Your Muskegon Police Department is here to help protect our Department for 150 Years
developer-backed loans to assist three transformative housing projects. taxes, fines, fees, grants and other revenue sources (chart below). The GF pays annual Community Tree Lighting in Hackley Park. Holidays in the City (Weather Permitting) community but we need your help to be made aware of issues.
for most of the core functions provided by the City, including neighborhood festivities run from Nov 26 – Dec 31. For emergencies, immediate problems or crimes in progress call 911 The Muskegon Fire Department was founded in 1873. 2023 marks the
Grass or leaves must be in:
The Adelaide Pointe, Shaw-Walker and Harbor 31 redevelopment projects will services, public safety and infrastructure, and makes up the bulk of the annual immediately. If you are having a problem that is not an emergency you 150th year of dedicated service to the citizens and visitors of the City of
• Paper Yard Bags or
receive the environmental funds from the State of Michigan to help create budget. Learn more about the city’s budget online at mkgcity.com/budget can still call 911 or the non-emergency line 231-846-8477. Calling 911 Muskegon. From humble beginnings in which hand-drawn carts were
Fair Housing & Home Owner Beautification Grants • Rigid 30 Gallon Containers labeled “Yard Waste”
over 900 new housing units generating $355.4 million in private investment. or our non-emergency lines allows for our officers to be made aware used, to the modern machinery used today, the men and women of the
Brush & Trimmings: of situations and take appropriate actions to ensure the safety and Muskegon Fire Department have been ready to make the ultimate
City homeowners in central and eastern neighborhoods are eligible for • Bundle in 4-foot lengths for collection sacrifice for anyone in their time of need.
The City’s recent completion of a housing needs study determined that well-being of our residents.
$200 Home Depot gift cards to improve the exteriors of their homes. This • No limbs larger than 4-inches in diameter
we will need 3,000 diverse housing units in the next five years. The three
initiative is being funded through a federal fair housing award for residents • Bundle with twine or rope – no wire
redevelopment projects could fill 1/4 of this need. WESTERN MARKET CHALETS
living in particular U.S. Census tracts in the Nelson, McLaughlin, Angell, Muskegon Public Schools update
Jackson Hill, Marquette, Steele, Sheldon Park, Marsh Field and East Next-day pick-up in peak times may be possible (you may leave the properly
The projects:
Muskegon neighborhoods. bagged yard waste at the curbside until picked up). Neither bags nor bundles MPS is elated by our new partnership with the Priority Pups™ program. Western Market Chalets are open Saturdays from 9am-3pm through
may exceed 30lbs. Being the first school district to receive a Priority Pup is an example December with some chalets open various days throughout the week.
Adelaide Pointe is a 200-unit condo development including a marina, retail
Homeowners in the same neighborhoods also are eligible for a city-sponsored of the importance that MPS places on the social and emotional Applications for a Western Market Chalet for 2024 will open in December.
center, hotel, and restaurant with public access to Muskegon Lake at the far
end of West Western Avenue.
homeowner beautification grant, established three years ago. Home Depot gift Christmas Tree Pickup wellness of students and staff. Scout the dog, our newest staff member, 2024 applications available at www.muskegonwesternmarket.com or our
cards in the amount of $200 will be allocated for these residential projects. The will contribute to a more relaxed and positive learning environment Facebook page at Western Market. The chalets offer a unique opportunity
two programs have a joint application that can be found at mkgcity.com/cns Christmas trees placed at the curb will be picked up through January 30
The former Shaw-Walker plant overlooking Muskegon Lake is the for our students. MPS is excited to build these positive community- to try out a retail business downtown for a very reasonable cost.
on your regular trash day. Tree sections need to be cut into pieces of
redevelopment of a historic office furniture plant into 552 housing units based relationships.
4 feet or less in length.
with associated commercial space. Clip and Save This Information
Harbor 31 is a waterfront redevelopment of a former engine plant property
with 174 new housing units, 105 -unit senior living facility, a marina, hotel and
commercial space on Muskegon Lake at Terrace Street and Shoreline Drive. City of Muskegon Questions?
Downtown Business Zone Parking Regulations Neighborhood Parking Regulations
Winter Parking Regulations Parking is allowed during the day on both sides of the street from
7AM-MIDNIGHT.
Parking is allowed overnight on both sides of the street from
5PM-7AM.
Active December 1 through March 1 Overnight, from MIDNIGHT-7AM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced: During the day, from 7AM-5PM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced:
On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of
the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an
This map outlines streets that are within the even address). even address).
downtown business zone. This zone has different On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the
parking regulations than the rest of the city. The street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd
following two winter parking regulations apply to all address). address).
city streets including the downtown business zone: Parking Enforcement:
(231) 724-4485
All posted "no parking" signs apply all days of mkgcity.com/parking Example Week Calendar for City of Muskegon Winter Parking Regulations
the week. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date
When street parking is only allowed on one side of the street, vehicles Downtown Business
Adelaide Pointe commercial building and pool Harbor 31 Viridian Shores may park on the terrace (space between street and sidewalk) following Zone Day Time
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 7 AM - MIDNIGHT
odd/even regulations. Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
Downtown Business
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
See the reverse of this page to read the restrictions for the downtown Zone Overnight Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM
business zone and the rest of the city.
Neighborhood Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
Day Time 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM
Downtown Muskegon Map Key: Green Streets Represent
Downtown Business Zone
Neighborhood
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 5 PM - 7 AM.
Overnight
City of Muskegon Parking Information: mkgcity.com/parking
January 2023
Shaw Walker Building Sunset Over Lake Michigan Holiday Carolers at Hackley Park Tree Lighting 2022 Public Works Sign Shop at DPW Police Officer Spending Time with Youth Muskegon Fire Department Fleet Lining Up
Before the 150th Anniversary Parade
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
connectmuskegon budget holidays publicworks reportacrime mfd150
State Grants for Waterfront Projects 2023/24 General Fund Budget Holidays in the City Leaf & YARD WASTE Pickup See Something? Say Something! Thank You City of Muskegon Fire
The City received (3) $1 million brownfield redevelopment grants and What is a General Fund? The money in the General Fund (GF) is derived from Kick off the holiday season with Small Business Saturday featuring the Curbside Yard Waste Collection runs through November 30 Your Muskegon Police Department is here to help protect our Department for 150 Years
developer-backed loans to assist three transformative housing projects. taxes, fines, fees, grants and other revenue sources (chart below). The GF pays annual Community Tree Lighting in Hackley Park. Holidays in the City (Weather Permitting) community but we need your help to be made aware of issues.
for most of the core functions provided by the City, including neighborhood festivities run from Nov 26 – Dec 31. For emergencies, immediate problems or crimes in progress call 911 The Muskegon Fire Department was founded in 1873. 2023 marks the
Grass or leaves must be in:
The Adelaide Pointe, Shaw-Walker and Harbor 31 redevelopment projects will services, public safety and infrastructure, and makes up the bulk of the annual immediately. If you are having a problem that is not an emergency you 150th year of dedicated service to the citizens and visitors of the City of
• Paper Yard Bags or
receive the environmental funds from the State of Michigan to help create budget. Learn more about the city’s budget online at mkgcity.com/budget can still call 911 or the non-emergency line 231-846-8477. Calling 911 Muskegon. From humble beginnings in which hand-drawn carts were
Fair Housing & Home Owner Beautification Grants • Rigid 30 Gallon Containers labeled “Yard Waste”
over 900 new housing units generating $355.4 million in private investment. or our non-emergency lines allows for our officers to be made aware used, to the modern machinery used today, the men and women of the
Brush & Trimmings: of situations and take appropriate actions to ensure the safety and Muskegon Fire Department have been ready to make the ultimate
City homeowners in central and eastern neighborhoods are eligible for • Bundle in 4-foot lengths for collection sacrifice for anyone in their time of need.
The City’s recent completion of a housing needs study determined that well-being of our residents.
$200 Home Depot gift cards to improve the exteriors of their homes. This • No limbs larger than 4-inches in diameter
we will need 3,000 diverse housing units in the next five years. The three
initiative is being funded through a federal fair housing award for residents • Bundle with twine or rope – no wire
redevelopment projects could fill 1/4 of this need. WESTERN MARKET CHALETS
living in particular U.S. Census tracts in the Nelson, McLaughlin, Angell, Muskegon Public Schools update
Jackson Hill, Marquette, Steele, Sheldon Park, Marsh Field and East Next-day pick-up in peak times may be possible (you may leave the properly
The projects:
Muskegon neighborhoods. bagged yard waste at the curbside until picked up). Neither bags nor bundles MPS is elated by our new partnership with the Priority Pups™ program. Western Market Chalets are open Saturdays from 9am-3pm through
may exceed 30lbs. Being the first school district to receive a Priority Pup is an example December with some chalets open various days throughout the week.
Adelaide Pointe is a 200-unit condo development including a marina, retail
Homeowners in the same neighborhoods also are eligible for a city-sponsored of the importance that MPS places on the social and emotional Applications for a Western Market Chalet for 2024 will open in December.
center, hotel, and restaurant with public access to Muskegon Lake at the far
end of West Western Avenue.
homeowner beautification grant, established three years ago. Home Depot gift Christmas Tree Pickup wellness of students and staff. Scout the dog, our newest staff member, 2024 applications available at www.muskegonwesternmarket.com or our
cards in the amount of $200 will be allocated for these residential projects. The will contribute to a more relaxed and positive learning environment Facebook page at Western Market. The chalets offer a unique opportunity
two programs have a joint application that can be found at mkgcity.com/cns Christmas trees placed at the curb will be picked up through January 30
The former Shaw-Walker plant overlooking Muskegon Lake is the for our students. MPS is excited to build these positive community- to try out a retail business downtown for a very reasonable cost.
on your regular trash day. Tree sections need to be cut into pieces of
redevelopment of a historic office furniture plant into 552 housing units based relationships.
4 feet or less in length.
with associated commercial space. Clip and Save This Information
Harbor 31 is a waterfront redevelopment of a former engine plant property
with 174 new housing units, 105 -unit senior living facility, a marina, hotel and
commercial space on Muskegon Lake at Terrace Street and Shoreline Drive. City of Muskegon Questions?
Downtown Business Zone Parking Regulations Neighborhood Parking Regulations
Winter Parking Regulations Parking is allowed during the day on both sides of the street from
7AM-MIDNIGHT.
Parking is allowed overnight on both sides of the street from
5PM-7AM.
Active December 1 through March 1 Overnight, from MIDNIGHT-7AM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced: During the day, from 7AM-5PM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced:
On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of
the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an
This map outlines streets that are within the even address). even address).
downtown business zone. This zone has different On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the
parking regulations than the rest of the city. The street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd
following two winter parking regulations apply to all address). address).
city streets including the downtown business zone: Parking Enforcement:
(231) 724-4485
All posted "no parking" signs apply all days of mkgcity.com/parking Example Week Calendar for City of Muskegon Winter Parking Regulations
the week. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date
When street parking is only allowed on one side of the street, vehicles Downtown Business
Adelaide Pointe commercial building and pool Harbor 31 Viridian Shores may park on the terrace (space between street and sidewalk) following Zone Day Time
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 7 AM - MIDNIGHT
odd/even regulations. Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
Downtown Business
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
See the reverse of this page to read the restrictions for the downtown Zone Overnight Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM
business zone and the rest of the city.
Neighborhood Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
Day Time 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM
Downtown Muskegon Map Key: Green Streets Represent
Downtown Business Zone
Neighborhood
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 5 PM - 7 AM.
Overnight
City of Muskegon Parking Information: mkgcity.com/parking
January 2023
Shaw Walker Building Sunset Over Lake Michigan Holiday Carolers at Hackley Park Tree Lighting 2022 Public Works Sign Shop at DPW Police Officer Spending Time with Youth Muskegon Fire Department Fleet Lining Up
Before the 150th Anniversary Parade
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
connectmuskegon budget holidays publicworks reportacrime mfd150
State Grants for Waterfront Projects 2023/24 General Fund Budget Holidays in the City Leaf & YARD WASTE Pickup See Something? Say Something! Thank You City of Muskegon Fire
The City received (3) $1 million brownfield redevelopment grants and What is a General Fund? The money in the General Fund (GF) is derived from Kick off the holiday season with Small Business Saturday featuring the Curbside Yard Waste Collection runs through November 30 Your Muskegon Police Department is here to help protect our Department for 150 Years
developer-backed loans to assist three transformative housing projects. taxes, fines, fees, grants and other revenue sources (chart below). The GF pays annual Community Tree Lighting in Hackley Park. Holidays in the City (Weather Permitting) community but we need your help to be made aware of issues.
for most of the core functions provided by the City, including neighborhood festivities run from Nov 26 – Dec 31. For emergencies, immediate problems or crimes in progress call 911 The Muskegon Fire Department was founded in 1873. 2023 marks the
Grass or leaves must be in:
The Adelaide Pointe, Shaw-Walker and Harbor 31 redevelopment projects will services, public safety and infrastructure, and makes up the bulk of the annual immediately. If you are having a problem that is not an emergency you 150th year of dedicated service to the citizens and visitors of the City of
• Paper Yard Bags or
receive the environmental funds from the State of Michigan to help create budget. Learn more about the city’s budget online at mkgcity.com/budget can still call 911 or the non-emergency line 231-846-8477. Calling 911 Muskegon. From humble beginnings in which hand-drawn carts were
Fair Housing & Home Owner Beautification Grants • Rigid 30 Gallon Containers labeled “Yard Waste”
over 900 new housing units generating $355.4 million in private investment. or our non-emergency lines allows for our officers to be made aware used, to the modern machinery used today, the men and women of the
Brush & Trimmings: of situations and take appropriate actions to ensure the safety and Muskegon Fire Department have been ready to make the ultimate
City homeowners in central and eastern neighborhoods are eligible for • Bundle in 4-foot lengths for collection sacrifice for anyone in their time of need.
The City’s recent completion of a housing needs study determined that well-being of our residents.
$200 Home Depot gift cards to improve the exteriors of their homes. This • No limbs larger than 4-inches in diameter
we will need 3,000 diverse housing units in the next five years. The three
initiative is being funded through a federal fair housing award for residents • Bundle with twine or rope – no wire
redevelopment projects could fill 1/4 of this need. WESTERN MARKET CHALETS
living in particular U.S. Census tracts in the Nelson, McLaughlin, Angell, Muskegon Public Schools update
Jackson Hill, Marquette, Steele, Sheldon Park, Marsh Field and East Next-day pick-up in peak times may be possible (you may leave the properly
The projects:
Muskegon neighborhoods. bagged yard waste at the curbside until picked up). Neither bags nor bundles MPS is elated by our new partnership with the Priority Pups™ program. Western Market Chalets are open Saturdays from 9am-3pm through
may exceed 30lbs. Being the first school district to receive a Priority Pup is an example December with some chalets open various days throughout the week.
Adelaide Pointe is a 200-unit condo development including a marina, retail
Homeowners in the same neighborhoods also are eligible for a city-sponsored of the importance that MPS places on the social and emotional Applications for a Western Market Chalet for 2024 will open in December.
center, hotel, and restaurant with public access to Muskegon Lake at the far
end of West Western Avenue.
homeowner beautification grant, established three years ago. Home Depot gift Christmas Tree Pickup wellness of students and staff. Scout the dog, our newest staff member, 2024 applications available at www.muskegonwesternmarket.com or our
cards in the amount of $200 will be allocated for these residential projects. The will contribute to a more relaxed and positive learning environment Facebook page at Western Market. The chalets offer a unique opportunity
two programs have a joint application that can be found at mkgcity.com/cns Christmas trees placed at the curb will be picked up through January 30
The former Shaw-Walker plant overlooking Muskegon Lake is the for our students. MPS is excited to build these positive community- to try out a retail business downtown for a very reasonable cost.
on your regular trash day. Tree sections need to be cut into pieces of
redevelopment of a historic office furniture plant into 552 housing units based relationships.
4 feet or less in length.
with associated commercial space. Clip and Save This Information
Harbor 31 is a waterfront redevelopment of a former engine plant property
with 174 new housing units, 105 -unit senior living facility, a marina, hotel and
commercial space on Muskegon Lake at Terrace Street and Shoreline Drive. City of Muskegon Questions?
Downtown Business Zone Parking Regulations Neighborhood Parking Regulations
Winter Parking Regulations Parking is allowed during the day on both sides of the street from
7AM-MIDNIGHT.
Parking is allowed overnight on both sides of the street from
5PM-7AM.
Active December 1 through March 1 Overnight, from MIDNIGHT-7AM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced: During the day, from 7AM-5PM "Odd/Even" parking is enforced:
On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of On even dates (example: 2nd, 14th, 26th) park on the side of
the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an the street with even numbered addresses (example: 152 is an
This map outlines streets that are within the even address). even address).
downtown business zone. This zone has different On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the On odd dates (example: 1st, 15th, 27th) park on the side of the
parking regulations than the rest of the city. The street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd street with odd numbered addresses (example: 153 is an odd
following two winter parking regulations apply to all address). address).
city streets including the downtown business zone: Parking Enforcement:
(231) 724-4485
All posted "no parking" signs apply all days of mkgcity.com/parking Example Week Calendar for City of Muskegon Winter Parking Regulations
the week. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date Even Date Odd Date
When street parking is only allowed on one side of the street, vehicles Downtown Business
Adelaide Pointe commercial building and pool Harbor 31 Viridian Shores may park on the terrace (space between street and sidewalk) following Zone Day Time
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 7 AM - MIDNIGHT
odd/even regulations. Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
Downtown Business
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
See the reverse of this page to read the restrictions for the downtown Zone Overnight Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM Midnight - 7 AM
business zone and the rest of the city.
Neighborhood Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD Park only on EVEN Park only on ODD
street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from street side from
Day Time 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM 7 AM - 5 PM
Downtown Muskegon Map Key: Green Streets Represent
Downtown Business Zone
Neighborhood
Okay to park on both sides of the street from 5 PM - 7 AM.
Overnight
City of Muskegon Parking Information: mkgcity.com/parking
January 2023
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At-Large Commissioner
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Email: [email protected] Citizens attending a community engagement presentation Youth Playing in the Downtown Muskegon Sandbox
mkgcity.com/ mkgcity.com/
What is Community Engagement? mkgcity.com/ meetthemayor 44X2OD3
connectmuskegon Mayor’s Message Parks & Recreation Update
Rebecca St Clair, It is an effort to improve communities by addressing local
At-Large Commissioner ideas, concerns, and opportunities. It includes many ways of Greetings, neighbor! The Parks & Recreation Department had a successful first summer back. The summer camp
Current term expires 12/31/2025 communication to reach citizens and seek their input on issues that affect them. partnership with the Boys & Girls Club and Muskegon Public Schools ended in August.
Email: [email protected] As mayor, I’m excited to unveil the release of the city’s Hundreds of kids were fed and provided activities five days per week at no cost. The sites
Finding your City Representatives new Connect Muskegon community newsletter. This included McGraft Park, Reese Playfield and Smith-Ryerson Park. We anticipate continuing
newsletter will be published and posted online each these programs next year!
Eric Hood, Do you know who represents you at Muskegon City Hall? month. Each Fall and Spring, print copies will also be
Ward 1 Commissioner Check out the new tool to look up your representatives on the mailed to residents and businesses. As the city creates a plan to make significant investments in the future of our parks system, your
Current term expires 12/31/2023 City Commission website and how to contact them. mkgcity.com/
input is encouraged to help determine how these funds will be spent. A citizen Parks & Recreation
Email: [email protected] electedofficials The community newsletter is one of the many Advisory Committee has been established to also help shape the direction of community
ways your city government is working to enhance recreational assets. Please be sure to complete the Parks & Recreation Master Plan survey
Find November 7, 2023 Election Results communication, transparency, and build more at the link above which will be open to mid November. We want to hear from you!
engagement within the community. We are
Willie German, Jr On November 7, 2023, the City of Muskegon held an Election to committed to providing more avenues for residents
Vice Mayor, Ward 2 Commissioner vote for Ward Commissioners. Election results can be found online at to remain informed about issues happening in
Current term expires 12/31/2023 mkgcity.com/muskegonvotes. the community. These methods include, but are
Email: [email protected] not limited to, making City Commission meetings
The City Commission is made up of seven elected members: The Mayor available on television, YouTube, and Facebook;
and two At-Large Commissioners and four Ward Commissioners who welcoming in-person and phone-in public comments
Michael Ramsey, represent one of four Wards of the city. The City Commission is responsible at these meetings as well as holding engagement
Ward 3 Commissioner for appointing key positions at City Hall, which include the City Manager, City sessions around the city; and developing the Connect
Current term expires 12/31/2023 Clerk, City Treasurer, City Auditor, City Assessor, and Legal Counsel. The City Muskegon online engagement portal.
Email: [email protected] Manager is the City’s chief administrative official who runs City operations
day-to-day, under the general supervision of the City Commission and in Currently, the city is in the process of making
alignment with established ordinances, policies, procedures, and budgets. significant investments in the future of our parks
system. This is a great issue for the community to
Teresa Emory, Working in concert with the City Manager, professional staff, and community provide input on how these funds will be spent.
Ward 4 Commissioner members, the City Commission is responsible for establishing policy, One of my top priorities has been to re-establish the
Current term expires 12/31/2023 ordinances, fees, and zoning regulations, as well as approving contracts city’s Parks & Recreation Department, an office which
Email: [email protected] and any expenditure that exceeds the authority of City staff outlined in existed many years ago; create a citizens’ Parks & “Celebrating Muskegon” Public Art Piece at Pere Marquette Park
the purchasing policy. Additionally, the Commission reviews and approves Recreation Advisory Committee; and dedicate funds
staff-developed budgets for City operations, and periodically sets goals and mkgcity.com/
for play equipment, parks facilities, and recreational 21 ARPA Community Grants ARPAGrant
objectives for the City to achieve. programming. Please be sure to complete the Parks
& Recreation Master Plan survey so your input is In August, the Muskegon City Commission awarded $1.6 million to support 21 grant
received (more info in the Parks & Recreation section). proposals received from neighborhood associations, non-profits and small businesses.
The federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will help our community recover
With your collaboration, let’s cultivate community! from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at mkgcity.com/connectmuskegon
CONTACT CITY HALL
THE CITY OFFICE HOURS: The projects selected include: AgeWell Services*, $25,000; Every Woman’s Place*, $120,000; MI Crossroads Council, BSA
Muskegon City Hall Monday – Thursday: $25,000; Samaritas, $100,000; McLaughlin Neighborhood Association, $100,000; Nelson Neighborhood Improvement
933 Terrace St, 8:00am – 5:30pm Association*, $100,000; West Michigan Concert WINDS, $50,000; Volunteer for Dental*, $50,000; Muskegon Christian
Muskegon, MI 49440 Friday, Saturday, School, $175,000; West Michigan Symphony, $100,000; Unity Beauty Salon & Spa LLC*, $50,000; Tiki Boiz LLC, $50,000;
mkgcity.com/ (231) 724-6705 Sunday: Closed Kenneth D. Johnson, Rake Beer Project LLC, $25,000; Kids Food Basket*, $100,000; Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, $37,000; Boys &
home City of Muskegon Mayor Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore*, $50,000; Open Gates of Grace Ministries*, $100,000; Soul Filled Enterprises*,
$100,000; Servicios De Esperanza LLC*, $25,000; Sheldon Park Neighborhood Association, $8,000; and Jackson Hill
Neighborhood Association*, $60,000. (*Denotes organizations that are women and/or minority led.)