St. Louis Michigan Police Department

05/29/2026

Recreational fires are permitted only with prior approval of the police department, which approval shall be given only upon compliance with the following:

(1)Any recreational fire shall be confined to a fire pit, ring or other wood burning device which shall be located not less than 20 feet from any dwelling, building, public or private utility pole, or any other combustible structure (ex. wood fencing).

(2)No fire pit, fire ring, or other wood burning device or location shall be greater than 36 inches in diameter.

(3)A fire prevention or management device, such as a charged garden hose or fire extinguisher, shall be immediately available during the entire time that a recreational fire is burning.

(4)Flame height shall not exceed 36 inches above the bottom of any fire pit or other device, or ground level, which ever is lower.

(5)No recreational fire shall be permitted during severe weather condition, such as high wind, or very dry conditions.

(6)No recreational fire shall be permitted which produces smoke, which drifts onto adjacent property.

(7)Every recreational fire shall be completely extinguished.

(8)No recreational fire shall be permitted unless an owner or occupant, of at least 21 years of age, of the premises upon which the fire is kindled shall be present at all times.

At no time shall leaves, trash, brush, garbage, construction materials, or anything other than firewood be burned in a recreational fire pit.

To schedule an inspection for an approved recreational fire pit, contact the St. Louis Police Department during business hours (M-F 8a-4p) at (989) 681-5285

05/29/2026

Reminder - The outdoor burning of leaves, brush, rubbish, garbage, refuse, castoff building materials, vehicle parts, and every other combustible material is prohibited in the City of St. Louis.

We have had several recent complaints of residents using approved outdoor recreational fire pits to burn yard waste and trash. This is not allowed.

05/28/2026

Please read the post below from City Hall St. Louis, Michigan

On Wednesday, May 28, Forrest Nagy from Franklin Energy will be visiting local small businesses throughout the downtown district as part of our Energy Waste Reduction outreach efforts.

During his visits, Forrest will be sharing information about available EnergySmart programs and opportunities that can help businesses improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.

Be sure to say hello if you see him downtown and learn how these programs may benefit your business!

05/26/2026

Per city ordinance, A solicitor's permit is required for door-to-door sales.

EXEMPTION - Per Public Act No. 169 of 1975 — Charitable Organizations and Solicitations Act (MCL 400.271 et seq.), religious, charitable organizations, and public or private schools are exempt.

The St. Louis Police Department issues the permits for one day at a time. Each person involved must have their own permit and display it upon request. We do not issue group permits or permits that extend beyond a single day.

Definition - Peddler/Solicitor: Peddler or solicitor means any person, whether a resident of the city or not, who travels by foot or vehicle of any kind or other conveyance from place to place, carrying, selling, or offering for sale services, items, goods, wares, merchandise, food or produce.

05/21/2026

The prison is conducting a mobilization drill. This is only a drill.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to our newest officers, Officer Joshua Coty and Officer Jasmine VanDyke.

Both officers recently graduated from the Delta College Police Academy, where they successfully completed the 16-week training program.

Officer Coty earned two honors upon graduation: the Top Athlete Award and the MCOLES Outstanding Student Award. He is only the second St. Louis Police Officer to receive this distinguished recognition.

Officer VanDyke is a second-generation law enforcement officer. Her father, David VanDyke, and uncle, Phil VanDyke, both began their careers with the St. Louis Police Department. In addition to her law enforcement background, Officer VanDyke served seven years in the U.S. Army Reserves as a Military Police Officer, achieving the rank of Sergeant.

Officer Coty also brings seven years of military service, having served in both the United States Air Force and the United States Army (Airborne), where he attained the rank of Specialist. He comes from a strong tradition of community service—his father, Bill Coty, is a longtime member of the St. Louis Area Fire Department and currently serves as its Chief.

Both officers will now begin a 16-week field training program, working alongside experienced training officers.

05/19/2026

Police Activity
May 16th - 18th

5/17/2026 Operating Under Influence WASHINGTON AVE/MAIN ST
5/17/2026 General Assist OAKRIDGE DR
5/17/2026 PDA N MILL ST/W SAGINAW ST
5/17/2026 Traffic Stop/ Warrant Arrest MICHIGAN AVE/PINE ST
5/17/2026 Trespass W MONROE RD
5/18/2026 Welfare Check E SAGINAW ST/FRANKLIN ST
5/18/2026 Susp. Sit E WASHINGTON AVE
5/18/2026 Assist Fire E SAGINAW
5/18/2026 MDOP GRAHAM/WILSON BLVD
5/18/2026 Improper plate W WASHINGTON
5/18/2026 Dog at large S WATSON ST

05/19/2026

Police Activity
May 13th - 15th

5/13/2026 Car/Deer WASHINGTON AVE/DEVON DR
5/13/2026 Welfare check W WASHINGTON
5/13/2026 Possible Assault OAKRIDGE DR
5/14/2026 Found property HAZEL/MAPLE
5/14/2026 Larceny I & K ST
5/14/2026 Civil Dispute N MILL ST
5/14/2026 Found Property W WASHINGTON AVE
5/15/2026 Offroad PDA/ Medical N MILL ST
5/15/2026 Traffic stop/ Arrest EUCLID ST/HAZEL ST

05/14/2026

If you are missing a greenhouse, stop by or call the St. Louis Police Department. This greenhouse was found in the area of Hazel and Maple Street. We are assuming the recent heavy winds may have moved it from its original location.

Office (989) 681-5285 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Dispatch (989) 875-7505 24 hour non-emergency line

05/13/2026

Police Activity
May 11th -12th

5/11/2026 Found Dog N MILL ST KIRBY
5/11/2026 PDA MICHIGAN AVE/W WASHINGTON AVE
5/11/2026 Found Plate S MILL ST
5/11/2026 Juvenile Issues I&K ST
5/11/2026 Assist Gratiot County Sheriff’s Office W MONROE RD/N ALGER RD
5/11/2026 No Insurance MAIN ST/WASHINGTON AVE
5/12/2026 Found Property W WASHINGTON AVE/S MAIN ST
5/12/2026 Assist Alma PD CHARLES AVE

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