Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center

04/22/2026

Maple Island Road is now open!

04/16/2026

Maple Island Road detours are in effect.

04/15/2026

Due to continued heavy rain, the Muskegon County Road Commission is preparing to close Maple Island Road at the Muskegon River Bridge. This closure is expected to be put in place either Wednesday 4/15 or Thursday 4/16. Please plan alternate routes and use caution in the area.

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04/03/2026

Volunteers Needed to Monitor Nest Boxes!

LOCATION: Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center (MCRRC): 698 N. Maple Island Road, Muskegon, MI. 49442

TIME COMMITMENT: 1-2 hours – one time during the nesting season (May – August)

WHY: Contribute valuable data used to assess the health of bird populations! Nesting data from MCRRC is entered into the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Nest Watch website and submitted to the Michigan Bluebird Society where it is combined with data from other citizen scientists throughout the United States.

HOW TO SIGN UP:
• Decide which week you are available to volunteer.

• Use the Sign-up Genius website (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EA8A82EA2F5C61-62700266-2026) to sign-up for your preferred week or call Anita Friend at 231-724-3457 for assistance.

• Choose 1 day (M-F 10:30am-4pm) during that week that works best for you to monitor the nest boxes. Special arrangements can be made if you are only available on the weekend, call Anita Friend for information.

• Pick-up monitoring field sheets at the MCRRC Administration building prior to monitoring nest boxes. First time volunteers will receive additional training the day they volunteer.

• Return field sheets to the same location when finished.

In 2025, 24 Eastern Bluebirds, 258 Tree Swallows, 7 House Wrens, and 7 Black-capped Chickadees successfully fledged at the MCRRC!

02/01/2026

This is a difficult message to write, and we know it will be difficult to receive. It is with deep sadness that we share the news that our colleague, Commissioner Darrell Paige, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Commissioner Paige was a valued member of our team and a meaningful part of our community. Throughout his time with us, he made a lasting impact through his dedication, leadership, and the genuine care he showed to others. Many of us will remember him for his calming presence, spirit of collaboration, faith, kindness, strength, and unwavering willingness to support those around him. His presence will be deeply missed.

As a community, we grieve this loss together. Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with Commissioner Paige’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

We recognize that grief affects everyone differently, and we encourage each of you to take the time and space you need while also supporting one another. Caring for ourselves and for our community is especially important during moments like this.

We will share additional information regarding memorial services, arrangements, or ways our community can honor Commissioner Paige’s memory as those details become available.

Thank you for coming together as a community and for keeping Commissioner Darrell Paige and his loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

With Sympathy,

Muskegon County

09/17/2025

📢A bird die-off has been reported at the Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center. While the cause is not yet confirmed, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is suspected.

⚠️ Out of an abundance of caution, a public health advisory has been issued for the recreation areas. The risk to people is low, but visitors should avoid contact with sick or dead birds and be cautious in the area.

09/05/2025

Our apologies. Due to technical difficulties, the Zoom Audio and Video Recording for the 2025 Hunting Meeting is not available. The attached JPEG has the winners of the drawing.

The following went out via email to all of the winners on Friday, September 5, 2025.

Dear Hunter,

Congratulations on successfully winning the drawing for a permit for the Resource Recovery Center’s 2025 Archery Deer, Archery Turkey, Archery Coyote Hunting. In accordance with the rules, please plan to appear for the verbal presentation of the rules at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at the Marquette Campus Administration Conference Room, 1903 Marquette Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442.

Only those physically present at the Rules Presentation Session on September 10, 2025 will be able to retain their permit (exception: minors may be represented by an parent or guardian). Failure to appear will result in forfeiture of your permit and a full refund of your permit fee.

You will not be receiving communications about the 2025 Hunting other than this email. The zone permit will be assigned based on the available spots in the zones you ranked in preference when you completed your Hunting Application. The 2025 Hunting Drawing Results are attached.

At the Rules Presentation Session on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., in order to release your pre-printed hunting permit to you, we need you to sign the waiver form and pay the $100 fee (or provide your military/veteran documentation), if you have not already done so.

You may pre-pay for your hunting permit at https://allpaid.com/ #/home. Please use PLC Code 6868 (Muskegon County Wastewater Department), Use Invoice #: Hunting 2025 and your last name (example: Hunting 2025 Mouse), Account #: Wastewater, Payment Amount $100.00. If you do not wish to pre-pay you will be able to pay via Cash, Check, or Charge on September 10 after the presentation, however, be prepared to wait your turn in line to do so.

Please reach out to Sam Bender using the contact information below with any questions or call us at 231-724-3440.

Regards,

Sam Bender, PE
Safety Coordinator
Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center
698 N. Maple Island Road
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 724-3441 direct line
[email protected]
www.mcresourcerecoverycenter.com

09/04/2025

Hunting Participant Lottery Drawing
September 4, 2025 @ 1:00 p.m.

You may attend via Zoom or you may attend in person.

Physical Location: Marquette Conference Room, 1903 Marquette Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442.

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08/11/2025

The MCRRC Administration Building is closed through December 2025 for renovations.

To obtain a visitor pass or birdwatching pass, please submit your request at least 48 hours in advance through our website whenever possible. Passes will be mailed via USPS or upon request can be picked up from the bird pass box located next to our mailbox near the Administration Building driveway entrance on the main roadway near the grey pole barns.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have questions, please call us at 231-724-3440.

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07/30/2025

We invite you to view the latest episode of "Muskegon County Municipalities At Work," featuring our Operations Supervisor, Amelia Isitan!

In this episode, Amelia provides valuable insights into the daily operations and dedicated efforts of our department as we serve Muskegon County and the surrounding communities.

In this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities At Work, host DJ Hilson interviews Amelia Isitian, operations supervisor at the Muskegon County Resource Re...

07/16/2025

White Road Closed for Construction Beginning July 21.

Starting Monday, July 21, White Road will be closed to all through traffic for construction between the Administration Building entrance drive and Swanson Road.

The closure is expected to last approximately three weeks. Please plan to use alternate routes for the duration of the project.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our infrastructure.

05/21/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2025

Power Restoration Progressing in Muskegon County After May 15 Storm