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The City of Eaton Rapids is undergoing a City-wide Utility Meter Reading upgrade. We encourage your patience during this process and even encourage you to call in your meter readings every month to City Hall at (517) 663-8118.
The City of Eaton Rapids is proud to be in compliance with the State of Michigan's Revenue Sharing Guidelines. Below are links to the Citizen "Dashboard" Reports. This is a new State requirement for municipalities for the 2012 Budget Cycle.
Join Mayor Steven Platte and City Manager Jon Stoppels the first Friday of every month at 8:20 a.m. as they speak with Tim Barron from WLMI, 92.9 FM and discuss events and happenings in Eaton Rapids!
City Street Clock
06 January 2012
The City of Eaton Rapids is proud and excited to be unveiling at the 175th Anniversary and July 4th Activities the newest addition of a City Street Clock. The Clock will be located at the corner of Hamlin and Main Street, in front of City Hall. We are currently looking for sponsorship, which can be at various levels. Sponsorship can be from various clubs, organizations, churches, families, in memory of loved ones, etc.
The Street Clock will be 17 feet tall, will have four sides, will be back lit and will have an assortment of different chimes and music.
For your Sponsorship, depending on the level of your donation, your name will be permanentley cast on the base of the clock. Spots are limited, so you need to get your order in and reserved as soon as possible. Forms can be picked up at City Hall or downloaded here.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Mayor at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Police News
19 January 2012
At the beginning of each year we provide an informational update to keep our citizens advised on how best to access the services provided by the Eaton Rapids Police Department. General policing services are provided by members of the Eaton Rapids Police Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Eaton Rapids Police officers, like the other emergency service providers in Eaton County, are sent to calls via the Eaton County Central Dispatch Center located in the county complex in Charlotte.
Community Spotlight...
19 January 2012
Abie's Bar
Welcome to Abie's! This corner bar has been in business for over 120 years at this location. Fred Wager is the current owner and invites you in for one of his fabulous olive burgers and beer battered fries! Come on in and pull up a stool and enjoy your favorite sports team on one of the many TV's!
Who's Who in Eaton Rapids
19 January 2012
Charles Cartwright
The City of Eaton Rapids would like to introduce Charles Cartwright. Charlie is a very dedicated member of the City of Eaton Rapids and you may recognize him as the person who does the MOST walking in Eaton Rapids!
News from the State
09 February 2012
Gov. Rick Snyder unveiled a 2012-13 budget today that hikes spending for K-12 schools, higher education, roads and public safety while setting aside $130 million to boost Michigan’s rainy day fund.
Quick Links
Council Agendas
Council agenda's are posted to the website by Friday around 12:00pm. Our meeting schedule is a Work Session on the 1st and 3rd Monday's at 5pm and Council Meetings on the 2nd and 4th Monday's at 7pm. All meetings are held at City Hall on the 2nd floor.
Council Minutes
The City of Eaton Rapids maintains the minutes of all official meetings. Below is a link to the most recent meeting minutes along with a link to our minutes archive.
City Charter
The City of Eaton Rapids... The link below will take you to the Eaton Rapids City Charter. Please be advised that the Complete and Official copy is available at City Hall.
City Code
The City of Eaton Rapids has many ordinances to keep our citizens safe. The link below will take you to the Eaton Rapids City Code and Ordinances
City Budget
The City of Eaton Rapids budget is from July 1st to June 30th of each year. Below is a link to the current year's budget.
City Map
The City of Eaton Rapids is home to many wonderful parks, walking trails and businesses. The link below will take you to a map of the city to help you get there. Over the next couple of months we will introduce a more interactive map.
DDA
The DDA (Downtown Development Authority) meets on the 2nd Friday at 7am at City Hall. Below are the most recent meeting minutes.
LDFA
The LDFA (Local Development Finance Authority) meets as needed. Meetings are generally held on Friday morning's at 7:30am at City Hall. Below is a link to the most recent meeting minutes
Informational Videos
Eaton Rapids Police FAQ
Polls
Announcements
Tuesday, February 28th - Presidential Primary Election, to be held at the Public Safety Facility at 101 Line Street, for City Voters, Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 28th - Dr. Shah from McLaren, presentation on Heart Health, 5:30 p.m. in the ERMC Main Conference Room
Saturday, March 3rd - 17th Annual Quiet Water Symposium at the Michigan State University Agriculture Pavilion, for more information go to www.QuietWaterSymposium.org
Saturday and Sunday, April 21st and 22nd - the Business and Professional Womens Club will be holding their "Scrap for Scholarships" Event at 300 Market Street, the Department of Public Works Facility Location, where you can drop off scrap metal to help with Scholarships for area Women. For more information, contact Janet Davidson at 663-8558.
May 18th-19th - Eaton Rapids Relay for Life 1 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Union Street Community Center
Wednesday, May 23rd - Farmers Market Opening, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the ERMC Parking Lot
Monday, August 6th - Teddi Cook Memorial Blood Drive 12-6 p.m. in the ERMC Main Conference Room
Friday, August 17th - Foundation Golf Outing
Friday, September 14th - Free Health Fair, ERMC Main Conference Room
Friday, October 12th - Auxiliary Fall Gala, 5 p.m. at the English Inn
Thursday, October 18th - Foundation Planned Giving Seminar
Welcome Hamlin Square Party Store......stop in and check it out!
Senior Center Events.....call and find out all the activities!
