City of Inkster - Department of Public Services

09/03/2026

🚨 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING — WAYNE COUNTY 🚨
The National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Wayne County until midnight tonight.
Severe storms are moving southeast at approximately 40 mph.
Main hazards include:
⚠️ Damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph
⚠️ Half-dollar-size hail
⚠️ Possible tornado development
Residents should take precautions now:
Move indoors immediately and stay inside a strong building. Stay away from windows and avoid being outside during the storm.
Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Tree damage and wind damage to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings may occur.
Tornadoes can develop quickly during severe thunderstorms. If a tornado is spotted or a Tornado Warning is issued, move to a basement or a small interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
Stay weather aware and monitor local news, NOAA Weather Radio, or the National Weather Service for updates:
🌐 https://www.weather.gov/dtx/

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08/20/2026

08/07/2026

🌿 Inkster Residents — We Want Your Feedback! 🌳

The City of Inkster, in partnership with the University of Michigan Graham Sustainability Institute, is seeking community input on two upcoming environmental improvement projects.

Plans include installing a rain garden at the Booker T. Dozier Recreation Center and planting trees at Westwood Park. Your feedback can help guide these projects and ensure community voices are part of the process.

📋 Take the Community Survey
⏱️ It only takes about 5 minutes to complete.
📱 Simply scan the QR code on the flyer to participate.

Your voice matters! Help us create greener, healthier, and more sustainable community spaces for Inkster.

🌱 Discover. Grow. Unite.

08/03/2026

🧹 STREET SWEEPING BEGINS TODAY

The City of Inkster’s street-sweeping service begins Monday, August 3, 2026.

Street sweeping will occur the day after your designated garbage collection day:

🗑️ Monday collection → Tuesday sweeping
🗑️ Tuesday collection → Wednesday sweeping
🗑️ Wednesday collection → Thursday sweeping
🗑️ Thursday collection → Friday sweeping
🗑️ Friday collection → The following Monday

Please remove garbage cans, vehicles, and other items from the street so crews can sweep your area thoroughly and efficiently.

Questions or concerns? Contact the City of Inkster Department of Public Services at 313-563-9774.

Thank you for helping us keep Inkster’s streets clean!

08/01/2026

🚨 City of Inkster Residents: Street Sweeping Begins Monday, August 3, 2026! 🚨

The City of Inkster's street sweeping program will begin Monday, August 3, 2026.

🧹 Street sweeping will take place the day after your regular garbage collection day:

🗑️ Monday pickup ➡️ Tuesday sweeping
🗑️ Tuesday pickup ➡️ Wednesday sweeping
🗑️ Wednesday pickup ➡️ Thursday sweeping
🗑️ Thursday pickup ➡️ Friday sweeping
🗑️ Friday pickup ➡️ Monday sweeping (the following Monday)

To help crews do a thorough job, please remove garbage carts, vehicles, and any other items from the street on your scheduled sweeping day.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Department of Public Services at 313-563-9774.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our streets clean! 🌳✨

07/30/2026

🚗 Need a Ride to Vote?
Free round-trip transportation assistance is available for Inkster residents who need help getting to their voting location.
Residents can schedule a free ride by calling or texting their name and address to:
📞 313-787-3125
✅ Free rides
✅ Ride begins and ends at your home address
✅ Cell phone required
✅ No Lyft account needed
For official voting dates, times, locations, and election information, please contact the Inkster City Clerk’s Office or visit the City of Inkster’s official website.

07/15/2026

07/08/2026

🎉 SAVE THE DATE: INKSTER SUMMERFEST! 🎉

The City of Inkster is getting ready for 3 days of summer fun, live entertainment, food, vendors, and community celebration!

📅 Friday, July 17
⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📅 Saturday, July 18
⏰ 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📅 Sunday, July 19
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 Inkster Road off Michigan Avenue

Enjoy:
🎶 Live music
🍔 Food trucks
🛍️ Vendors
🎈 Kids Zone
🎤 Hip Hop • Jazz • R&B • Blues • Gospel

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for Inkster Summerfest 2026!

06/18/2026

DPS Ribbon Cutting Day