The City of Traverse City

The City of Traverse City The official page for the City of Traverse City, Michigan Government. To follow the TC Police Department, visit https://www.facebook.com/tcpolicedepartment

Traverse City, Michigan is located in portions of both Grand Traverse County and Leelanau County within Northern Lower Michigan. Traverse City is situated on the shores of picturesque East Grand Traverse Bay and West Grand Traverse Bay, which both flow into Lake Michigan. While Traverse City’s official population is 14,572, and a daytime population of more than twice the official population, it is the hub of a Micropolitan Statistical Area of 143,372 (2010 census).

10/07/2026
Join us at TCLP’s Energy Fair this Friday!
10/06/2026

Join us at TCLP’s Energy Fair this Friday!

The TCLP Clean Energy Fair is this Friday!

Stop by to meet participating organizations, explore clean energy solutions and learn more about the technologies and programs shaping our community’s energy future.

Register to win a Momentum e-bike!

Scavenger hunt for the kids – win a clean energy STEM kit!

📅 Friday, October 9
⏰ Beginning at 5:00 p.m.
📍 TCLP, 130 Hall Street

See you there!

Learn more: https://www.tclp.org/hall-street-solar-canopy/

There is always something happening in the City — from infrastructure projects and park improvements to community events...
10/04/2026

There is always something happening in the City — from infrastructure projects and park improvements to community events and City Commission actions.

That's why the City publishes The Bay Brief, a weekly e-newsletter designed to keep residents in the know.

Each edition includes updates on:
• Current projects
• Commission highlights
• Upcoming meetings
• Community events
• City accomplishments
• Important announcements

A transparent government isn't just about making information available but also communicating proactively.

If you'd like City news delivered directly to your inbox each week, consider subscribing to The Bay Brief and stay connected with what's happening throughout our community.

Loose Leaf Pick-Up begins Monday, October 19 in City neighborhoods, starting on the west side and moving eastward over 5...
10/03/2026

Loose Leaf Pick-Up begins Monday, October 19 in City neighborhoods, starting on the west side and moving eastward over 5 to 7 weekdays. Crews will then return to the west side to repeat the process.

Follow the progression map that divides the City into six zones. Leaf collection will begin on the west side in Zone 1 and progress eastward through all zones. Residents can view the map to identify their zone and prepare for leaf pickup accordingly. Due to weather conditions and the unpredictability of leaf fall, exact dates for each zone's pickup will not be provided. The City encourages residents to be ready by having their leaves gathered before collection starts in their zone.

Learn More - https://www.traversecitymi.gov/government/city-departments/streets/loose-leaf-pick-up.html

Get the Latest Scoop on the City of Traverse City
10/02/2026

Get the Latest Scoop on the City of Traverse City

Email from City of Traverse City Get the Latest Scoop on the City of Traverse City   THE BAY BRIEF October 2026 / Vol. 01 MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COMMISSION MEETING October 5 Learn More PLANNING COMMIS

Bridging the gap at FishPass!
10/02/2026

Bridging the gap at FishPass!

🗳️ City Proposal 1: Infrastructure First TIF PlanCity Proposal 1 will appear on the November 3 ballot for City of Traver...
09/30/2026

🗳️ City Proposal 1: Infrastructure First TIF Plan

City Proposal 1 will appear on the November 3 ballot for City of Traverse City voters.

As a City proposal, we want to make sure residents have a clear place to find factual information about what is being proposed, how Tax Increment Financing (TIF) works, and what a vote on Proposal 1 means.

Visit the City’s Proposal 1 webpage to learn more, review frequently asked questions, and explore additional resources.

Infrastructure First TIF Plan

Big day at FishPass!
09/30/2026

Big day at FishPass!

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400 Boardman Avenue
Traverse City, MI
49684

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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