Village of Mackinaw City

05/14/2026

INPUT NEEDED!

Cheboygan County is seeking public input to use in the creation of their new Master Plan. This short survey takes a few minutes and will help guide community goals, housing, public services, and development for communities countywide.

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05/13/2026

The Village of Mackinaw City is now offering a lateral $5,000 signing bonus for the Full-Time Police Officer position.

Is there an Officer you know that is looking for a change in scenery? There is no better place to work than in the tip of the Mitten! Apply to the Village of Mackinaw City Police Department today!

05/12/2026

The Mackinaw City Police Department would like to remind the Downtown businesses on Central Avenue to get employee parking permits for the 2026 season. Businesses can either gain permits for all of their employees at once, or individual employees can recieve a permit with the business's consent.

The permit parking areas are designated for you and your employees. While enforcement always occurs on signed parking areas, a designated parking officer will be starting this week and will be monitoring the 3-hour parking limit along with all the other parking areas in a consistent manner. Please remind your employees that the parking permit does not allow them to park in the 3-hour limit areas.

For businesses with private parking, please don’t hesitate to call Village Hall if you should see a vehicle parked on your property for an extended period of time without permission.

As a reminder, parking enforcement occurs to minimize congestion, to ensure there is enough turnover for our businesses, and to keep our downtown open and user-friendly for tourists and residents alike.

Parking for commercial reasons, including visiting the island, shopping downtown, or employee parking, is not permitted along residential streets.

Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner and that means summer is here. We welcome our visitors and guests to Mackinaw City, and encourage them to have a plan for parking if leaving their vehicle for an extended period of time, such as parking at the hotel you are staying at, or utilizing the ample ferry boat parking. Have a great summer and please be safe out there.

05/06/2026

The Village will be preparing an application for up to 15 grant-funded street trees!

We are accepting suggestions from the public on locations. Feel free to request one on the street outside of your house or on a street that you feel appears bare.

Trees utilized will be Red Maples (no powerlines above) or Ivory Silk Lilacs (when under powerlines).

Not all locations may be selected, depending on number of requests, utilities present, proximity of other street trees, and other possible factors. It is likewise not guaranteed that Mackinaw City will be selected for this grant program.

Please send Street Tree Requests by email to [email protected] (please label the subject 2026 Street Tree Request), by phone to 231-436-5351, or drop off a note in person to Village Hall at 102 S. Huron Avenue.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST BY 6/1/2026

05/05/2026

SPRING CLEANING IN MACKINAW CITY

Take advantage of these public resources and events!

Recycling:
At the intersection of Pond Street and South Perrot (near the baseball fields and Fire Station #2), Mackinaw City has one of Emmet County's FREE Recycling Drop-Off Centers. Items accepted here include paper, bags, cardboard boxes, and mixed containers.

Hazardous Household Wastes:
Materials like paint, motor oil, cleaning chemicals and more can be dropped off for a fee at the Pleasant View Drop Off Center near Harbor Springs. Emmet County will be holding a Hazardous Household Wastes drop off event (free with registration) on June 17, 2026. Mackinaw Township residents can pay $40 for an annual permit to take certain Hazardous Waste (computers, desktop printers, televisions, non-latex paints, stains and varnishes) to the Cheboygan County Fairgrounds for collection the 1st Wednesday of May, June, July, September, and October.

Leaves & Brush:
The Village of Mackinaw City DPW is currently collecting (for free to residents) brush and leaves. Leave these in separate piles are your curb. Brush and leaf cleanup will end May 15, 2026, after which residents can take these items to the Stump Dump.

Tree Trunks, Stumps, Compost, Wood Chips, and other Yard Waste:
The Village operates a Stump Dump, free for residents of the Village and Mackinaw & Wawatam Townships, on the south side of Trailsend Road near the State Trail. Residents can drop off materials here. Non-residents can pay for access to the site.

Spring SpruceUp
The Chamber of Commerce is planning a community cleanup on May 20, 2026 at 8am. This is a volunteer event. To participate please contact the Greater Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce.

Spring Cleanup
The Village of Mackinaw City will be allowing one vehicle/trailer load of large trash items (furniture, appliances, etc.) for free disposal per resident on June 27, 2026 from 8am - 12pm. The drop off location is at the Mackinaw City Recycyling Center.

05/04/2026

The Village will be partnering with Mackinaw City Schools to celebrate Arbor Day today! Arbor Day is an event to honor, plant, and maintain trees.

Interested in planting trees of your own? Check out these tips as provided by the Michigan DNR:

05/01/2026

The Mackinaw City Police Department is seeking dedicated, professional, and community-oriented individuals to join our team as a Police Officer. One full-time position is available, as is one seasonal position.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference, serve your community, and work in one of Michigan’s most beautiful destinations, we encourage you to apply!

For more information on the job requirements, competitive pay, pension, and other benefits, please see the job posting, listed in the comments.

The link to the application is likewise listed in the comments. All applications must be fully completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter.

We look forward to seeing your application!

04/28/2026

Looking for a seasonal position in Mackinaw City? Want to perform a role that is critical to the businesses, residents, and safe traffic management of our community?

The Village of Mackinaw City is accepting applications for a SEASONAL PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER!

This position offers the chance to gain experience in policy administration, enforcement, and community policing. This position will work closely with our Police Department and the general public.

We look forward to seeing your application! The link to the application is located in the comments below. When completed, or for further questions, please contact Police Chief Todd Woods at [email protected]

04/24/2026

Today's Arbor Day Celebration has been canceled due to high winds.

Updates on the rescheduled date will be posted in print at the Post Office, online on this page and our website, and on the Village's electronic message center on Central Avenue. A rescheduled date has not been coordinated yet.

Stay safe in your travels today!

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04/23/2026

Leaf & Brush pick up is active and will continue until May 15th. When utilizing this service, please ensure leaves and brush are in separate piles at the curb.

For larger lawn and vegetative debris, such as logs and stumps, please utilize the Village's Stump Dump for disposal. This is free for residents to use, and access can be purchased for businesses and those outside of Village limits.

04/16/2026

📣 Attention Local Businesses!

The Village of Mackinaw City wants to make sure our entrepreneurs, shop owners, and small business leaders know about valuable resources available through the Small Business Administration (SBA).

If your business is looking to grow, recover, or simply get expert guidance, the SBA offers:
✔️ Low-interest loan programs to support expansion, equipment, and operating costs
✔️ Free and low-cost consulting services from experienced advisors
✔️ Assistance with business planning, marketing strategies, and financial management

The SBA also holds succession planning programs for those thinking about selling and retiring. The SBA can connect retiring business owners with entrepreneurs that have an interest in purchasing and operating businesses, ensuring a legacy of small business activity continues.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been serving our community for years, these programs are designed to help you succeed.

We encourage all local businesses to explore these opportunities and take advantage of the support available to you.

For more information, visit www.sba.gov or contact our Village Office—we’re happy to help point you in the right direction!

The SBA is also holding an event on prepping for funding and loan requests in Ga***rd tomorrow. The event link and registration can be found below. If attending - please register! Attendance at Northern Michigan events can increase federal support for our area. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-northern-lower-peninsula-rural-capital-quest-tickets-1985374187640?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Let’s continue building a strong, thriving local economy together!