City of Caro-Government

09/01/2026

CITY OF CARO RESIDENTS

All City of Caro offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.

Emergency Services will remain on duty.
If DPW emergency assistance is needed contact 989-553-6737 or in the event of an emergency call 911.

Garbage pickup will be on Friday, September 11, 2026

08/18/2026

DDA Vacancy Opportunity.....

08/14/2026

The City of Caro is seeking bids to install a mini-split system at City Hall.

For interested parties, a mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at Caro City Hall on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9:30 A.M.

Bids are due either electronically via carocity.net or paper to the City Clerk's office by 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Bids will be opened and read aloud at 11:30 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in the City Council Chambers.

08/14/2026

The City of Caro is seeking bids to replace the boiler at City Hall.

For interested parties, a mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at Caro City Hall on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.

Bids are due either electronically via carocity.net or paper to the City Clerk's office by 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Bids will be opened and read aloud at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in the City Council Chambers.

08/14/2026

The City of Caro is seeking bids to replace the roof at Well 1.

For interested parties, a mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at Caro City Hall on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 10:30 A.M.

Bids are due either electronically via carocity.net or paper to the City Clerk's office by 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Bids will be opened and read aloud at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in the City Council Chambers.

08/13/2026

Emterra’s refuse trucks are running behind schedule today.

Please leave your trash out—they are working to get caught up and complete today’s pickup.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

08/13/2026

Brush chipping will be the Monday, August 17 , 2026
All brush should be out for collection no later than 7:30 a.m. on pick up day.

The DPW will pick up piles of brush up to four (4) feet wide and four (4) feet high by six (6) feet long. Brush is to be placed at the curbside no more than ten (10) days prior to the next pickup and it must contain branches less than 4 inches in diameter. When branches are placed at the curb, place the cut end toward the road edge and stack them neatly. The City will not pick up whole trees or large amounts of brush. You may want to consider a private contractor to remove trees or larger brush piles

08/06/2026

Join us tonight!

🚨📣Today is the day!!! 📣🚨
Join Us for National Night Out & Touch-A-Tractor! 🚜🚒🚓

📅 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Bieth Memorial Park

Bring the family for a fun evening featuring:

👮 Local law enforcement departments
🚒 Fire departments
🚑 Medical Personal
🚜 Touch-A-Tractor vehicles and equipment at the Thumb Area Old Engine &Tractor Association show
⭐ Community organizations and resources

Get a special preview of the Thumb Area Old Engine &Tractor Association, happening August 7–9 at the Tuscola County Fairgrounds! It's a great opportunity to get a sneak peek at some of the tractors and equipment that will be featured during the weekend's show.

Food and refreshments will be available for purchase from:

☕ Gypsy Mitten Cafe
🍔 Caro Lions Den Diner
🍧 Kona Ice of Oxford

Meet local first responders, explore emergency vehicles and tractors up close, connect with community organizations, and enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening at the park!

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08/06/2026

Update - phones are now working

Our phone lines are currently down. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

07/30/2026

Request for Proposals for Environmental Review Services for the City of Caro's Community Development Block Grant program.

Bid package can be viewed online at carocity.net or in the Clerk's office.

Proposals are due Tuesday, September 1, 2026.