City of Muskegon

?? Celebrating Our Incredible Team! ?? At the November 5 City Commission Meeting, we proudly recognized staff for their milestone service awards. These individuals have dedicated years of hard work, passion, and commitment to serving our community: ? 25 Years of Service: 4 staff members ? 15 Years of Service: 2 staff members ? 10 Years of Service: 5 staff members ? 5 Years of Service: 27 (!!) staff members We are truly grateful for the dedication and effort each of these employees brings to their roles every day. Their contributions have touched countless lives and continue to make Muskegon a better place. Thank you all for your outstanding public service—congratulations on your achievements! ?? 25 Years Edward Peabody (FIL) Charles Tazelaar (PKS) Michael Vandermolen (IT) Terees Williams (PSB) 15 Years Phillip Dill (POL) Scott Liskey (POL) 10 Years Logan Anderson (POL) Joseph Buthker (DPW) Troy Edmondson (FIR) James Farrar (WSM) Peggy Straley (Inc Tx) 5 Years Mason Adkins (POL) Steven Chartier (FIR) Teairra Clark (PKS) Devon DeVries (FIR) Jason Dionne (FIR) Daniel Duffy (FIR) Jacob Dyer (FIR) Joshua Eaton (POL) Jacob Eckholm (PLN) Jordan Grabinski (FIR) Jennie Griswold (Inc Tx) Jason Hruskach (FIR) Jeffery Klochack (HWY) Todd Laisure (PKS) Ambur Lenartowicz (FIN) Cory McCleary (WSM) Hayden Nickell (FIN) Donald Nunez (HWY) Samantha Pastoor (FIR) James Petrie (FIL) Justin Prowant (PKS) Samuel Schmitt (FIR) Adam Tiefenbach (FIR) Alex Vanderwall (POL) Ryan VanNett (PKS) Kyle Visser (FIR) Peter Wills (MGR)

Most homes in the city will receive (or have already received) a letter about lead service line replacements happening between now and 2037. This letter is required by the state, but we want to make sure you have all the information you need! Key Information: The city is responsible for replacing affected water service lines—both the portion owned by the city and the resident's portion on private property. Residents are helping to fund this work with a fee on water bills. Residents will not be individually billed when their water service lines are replaced. Visit our Lead Service Line Replacement webpage to: ? Watch a helpful video ? Explore an interactive map ? Review FAQs Questions? Our DPW team is here to help! Call us at 231-724-4100, and we’ll gladly assist. ? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e3HiQtdy

? We’re thrilled to recognize one of our own, Sharonda Carson, for her incredible achievement! At the 4th Annual SHADES of Excellence Professional of Color Award Ceremony on November 9, 2024, Sharonda received the Resiliency Award. This award honors a Black individual who has overcome barriers and taken steps to become a more productive and impactful citizen. ? As the Director of Community and Neighborhood Services for the City of Muskegon, Sharonda brings resilience, empathy, and leadership to her work every day. From fostering sustainable, inclusive communities to empowering others through her lived experiences, she is an inspiring role model for all of us. With a Master of Public Administration from Capella University and active involvement in initiatives like the Michigan Community Development Administration Board and Local Continuum of Care, Sharonda embodies the values of community, humility, and connection. Thank you, Sharonda, for your dedication, passion, and commitment to making Muskegon stronger. We’re so proud to have you on our team. Congratulations! ??

Muskegon City Commission Meeting Highlights November 12, 2024 Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/eKbuhWen Here are the highlights from the latest Muskegon City Commission meeting. - Recognized City Staff with milestone Service Awards ranging from 5 –25 years of service. - Approved fireworks for Downtown Muskegon New Year’s Eve. - Approved the first read for six zoning ordinance updates. Learn more at mkgcity.com/zoning-reform

???? Halloween fun at the office! Today, our city employees celebrated Halloween with a spooky potluck—everyone brought in creative, spooky-themed dishes to share (boo-berries and mummy-wrapped treats, anyone?). We also held a costume contest with two fun categories: Best Office Supply and Best Board Game costumes! The creativity was next level, but our winners earned well-deserved bragging rights and proudly took home homemade trophies from our talented Communications & Community Engagement team! ??? It was a great day of fun, teamwork, and community spirit! Thanks to everyone who made it possible. Can’t wait for next year! ??

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?? Memorial Bench Requests Closed Until January 2025 Due to high demand, we are no longer accepting memorial bench requests for the Lake Michigan Shoreline or Beachwood Bluffton Neighborhood until January 1, 2025. However, we are still accepting donations for other areas of the city. If you’re interested in supporting Muskegon’s parks, please review our Donation Policy (mkgcity.com/donationpolicy) and reach out with any questions! Thank you for your understanding! ???? To learn more visit our Donations & Memorial page: https://lnkd.in/ew_6k7da

???????Celebrating ALL of Muskegon's First Responders??????? This?October 28th, for?National First Responders Day, the City of Muskegon is honoring the incredible teams who work together to keep our community safe:?Firefighters,?Police Officers, and?Public Works?crews. Our?Fire Department?bravely faces life-threatening emergencies, our?Police Department?protects and serves every day, and our?Public Works?teams ensure our infrastructure is strong and our city runs smoothly, especially in times of crisis. These heroes work together behind the scenes and on the frontlines, keeping Muskegon safe, resilient, and strong. Join us in thanking them for their dedication and service! ????????

????♂? Honoring Muskegon’s Finest ??♀??? This October 28th, the City of Muskegon proudly celebrates National First Responders Day, recognizing the incredible work of our Police Department. Every day, our officers serve on the frontlines—protecting, serving, and ensuring the safety of our community. Whether responding to emergencies, preventing crime, or building trust in our neighborhoods, their dedication to keeping Muskegon safe never goes unnoticed. ???? Let’s show our gratitude for the brave men and women in blue who work tirelessly to protect and serve.

??Muskegon City Commission Meeting Highlights ??October 22, 2024 Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/exrDiBjk Here are the highlights from the latest Muskegon City Commission meeting. ?? Approved an agreement for a new playground at Smith-Ryerson Park. Scheduled to be installed between now and April 2025, pending winter weather. ?? Approved contract for Reese Park pavilion construction scheduled between now and April 2025, pending winter weather. ?? Approved the planned unit development at Harbour Towne to build 28 new condos. ?? Approved updates to the Neighborhood Enterprise Zones district which reduces the taxes on property for up to 15 years in designated areas to promote the revitalization of those neighborhoods. Learn more about Neighborhood Enterprise Zones here: https://lnkd.in/ekm5UCKx ?? Approved the short-term rental ordinance and definition. A Notice of Adoption will be published within ten (10) days of the final adoption on October 22, 2024.