Ottawa County

Ottawa County is keeping the facts flowing at the 2025 Water Quality Forum! Set for 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friday, March 21 at the Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville, this event will provide critical updates on the joint Ottawa County-Ottawa Conservation District Water Quality Monitoring Project, groundwater protection, stormwater infrastructure, aquatic invasive species, and provide updates on county drain management. Registration is free, but space is limited. Read more: https://loom.ly/2EInTD0

Each Spring, Ottawa Conservation District holds a tree seedling sale fundraiser that supports the important work of the District. This tree sale offers a variety of primarily native and some naturalized tree & shrub seedlings. The tree seedlings offered are bareroot seedlings that are typically 6-18 inches in length, and are sold in quantity bundles of 10, 25, 50, and 100 seedlings. 2025 Tree Sale pre-orders are open and will close Friday, March 28th, 2025 at 3 PM. https://loom.ly/3tqg6oQ

?? Great News for Ottawa County! ?? We’re proud to share that Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed Ottawa County’s bond rating of Aaa—the highest possible rating! This rating reflects our strong financial management, responsible budgeting, and commitment to long-term stability. The Aaa bond rating means lower borrowing costs, saving taxpayer dollars while ensuring we can continue investing in essential services and infrastructure. It’s a sign of confidence in our county’s financial health and future! Check out the full release here: https://loom.ly/h0skpFk Thank you to everyone who plays a role in making our community financially strong, from our taxpayers, to businesses who invest here, to our staff who work hard to manage the county's resources.

Apply now to preserve your farmland through Ottawa County’s Purchase of Development Rights Program, which protects land from future development by creating a permanent agricultural conservation easement. Interested? Learn more at miottawa.org/farmland or complete this brief pre-application at bit.ly/PDRPreAp Applications are due April 25.

?? Get Your Walk for Warmth Event T-Shirt! ?? Want to support a great cause and grab some awesome event apparel? You can purchase your Walk for Warmth t-shirt on our Bonfire site! ?? Every purchase helps raise funds to assist Ottawa County families in need of utility assistance. Get yours today and wear it proudly! ???? ?? Shop now: https://loom.ly/qYDpkFM

Join our friends at the Ottawa Conservation District from 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 11 for their Annual Meeting! Staff will present district program achievements over the past year. Attendees will also learn more about the District’s collaborative Water Quality Monitoring Initiative work with Ottawa County Water Resources Commissioner Joe Bush. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/gAxq9trd

Is your business looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? OCCAA’s Walk for Warmth event is currently seeking company sponsorships! Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping families in Ottawa County avoid utility shut-offs, ensuring they stay warm and safe during the cold months. By becoming a sponsor, your company can make a real impact while also being recognized for its generosity within our community. Join us in making a difference—because together, we can help keep our neighbors warm. For more details on sponsorship opportunities, reach out to us today! ??616-393-4433 ??[email protected] Register and/or donate here: https://loom.ly/3vECtPU

?? Thank You ?? We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Molina Healthcare for being a Silver Sponsor of our Walk For Warmth event this year! Walk For Warmth is coming quickly on Friday, March 7! To register or donate, please see our RunSignUp page: https://loom.ly/3vECtPU

Protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud by staying informed and proactive. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office offers free seminars designed to help you safeguard against financial fraud and scams. These presentations cover key topics such as technology scams, social media risks, romance scams, government impersonators, and grandchild scams. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge to avoid falling victim to these crimes. Upcoming Seminars: March 6, 3PM, Freedom Village, 145 Columbia Ave, Holland March 11, 12:45PM, Georgetown Senior Center, 7100 8th Ave, Jenison March 18, 2PM, Quincy Place Senior Living, 12300 Quincy Street, Holland March 26, 10AM, Evergreen Commons, 480 State Street, Holland April 15, 7PM, Our Lady of the Lake, 480 152nd Ave, Holland No registration is required—just show up!

We hope you can join us for our upcoming Coffee & Donuts event at the Grand Valley State University Peter Secchia Military and Veterans Resource Center in the Kirkhof Center of the GVSU Allendale Campus! ?? Date: Thursday, February 27th ? Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM ?? Location: Kirkhof Center, GVSU No registration necessary! Parking will be available in Lot H of the Allendale Campus. Parking passes are required and can be obtained by emailing [email protected]. Limited passes will be available on the day of the event, so request yours now!