City of Walker, Michigan

City of Walker, Michigan This is the official page of the City of Walker, MI. Walker is a vibrant, family-friendly community located in West Michigan.

To view our social media policy, please click here: https://shorturl.at/paNQK City of Walker Social Media Policy

The City of Walker is committed to serving all community members in a civil and unbiased manner. The City uses its social media pages for the purpose of disseminating information to its residents and the public at large. We ask individuals who comment on our posts to stay respectful and on topic. We actively monitor our social media pages during business hours and may remove a comment if it violates our social media policy. Please be aware: By posting on the City of Walker’s social media pages, you agree to follow the terms described below. The City reserves the right to restrict or remove any content that is deemed in violation of this policy or any applicable law, including but not limited to:

1. Discriminatory messages and hateful speech of any kind toward any individual or group, including but not limited to age, gender, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or disability.

2. Information that may compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems.

3. Links to outside sites.

4. Statements that are defamatory, libelous, or knowingly false with reckless disregard for the truth.

5. Comments that suggest or encourage illegal activity.

6. Copyrighted material posted without permission or content that violates the legal ownership interests of another party.

7. Personal information such as identification numbers, home addresses, personal phone numbers or email addresses.

8. Commercial advertisement or solicitation.

9. Comments that are not topically related or out of context to the particular social media post or article being commented on.

10. Multiple or repetitive posts that are copied and pasted. Additionally, the public should not report emergencies on social media. If you have an emergency, need immediate assistance, or want to report a crime, call 911. The City of Walker is not responsible for and neither endorses nor opposes comments placed by visitors to its social media pages. Commenters are personally responsible for their own comments, username, and any information they post to this page. The City reserves the right to remove and archive its posts when no longer relevant or timely (e.g., after an event announced has taken place, etc.), and will otherwise remove its posts on a regular schedule as determined by the City. Keep in mind our social media channels are internet pages that are owned and operated by private companies. Each of these companies have their own policies and standards regarding what may or may not be posted and the actions they may take regarding unauthorized posts.

Septic Smart Tip  #2:We all love a productive day tackling household chores, but your septic system can only keep up wit...
09/15/2026

Septic Smart Tip #2:

We all love a productive day tackling household chores, but your septic system can only keep up with so much at a time.

Stagger water use to reduce your risk of a sewage backup or flooded drainfield.

Septic Smart Tip  #1:Prevent clogs, damage and unwanted extra maintenance by avoiding disposing of harmful materials lik...
09/14/2026

Septic Smart Tip #1:

Prevent clogs, damage and unwanted extra maintenance by avoiding disposing of harmful materials like fats, oils, and grease down the drain.

When washing up, use cleaning supplies like soaps, surface cleaners, bleach, etc. in moderation to prevent harm to your system.

Head's Up!Lane closures for bridge & road work on Wilson over the Grand River are scheduled for Monday (9/14) from 9 AM ...
09/13/2026

Head's Up!

Lane closures for bridge & road work on Wilson over the Grand River are scheduled for Monday (9/14) from 9 AM - 3 PM.

This may delay travels as you head to or from Grandville.

This week is Septic Smart Week!Follow along as we share simple tips to help you care for your septic system, protect you...
09/13/2026

This week is Septic Smart Week!

Follow along as we share simple tips to help you care for your septic system, protect your home, and keep our community safe.

09/13/2026

The next episode of the Made in Walker podcast will be a fun one.

We sit down with Walker’s Fleet Services Supervisor to discuss his passion project - restoring one of Walker’s first fire engines, Walker Engine 117 ! 🚒

The Fruit Ridge Bridge project took some time to complete but was well worth the wait. Traffic flow has improved in the ...
09/12/2026

The Fruit Ridge Bridge project took some time to complete but was well worth the wait. Traffic flow has improved in the area & trail systems finally have a connector over the highway. 🛣️

Now, the project has advanced to the final round of the 2026 America’s Transportation Awards & is in contention for the two highest honors: The Grand Prize & The People’s Choice Award. 🏆

An independent panel of transportation experts will vote for the Grand Prize, while the People's Choice Award will be decided by the public through online voting now through 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. 🥇

Winners will be announced on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Both awards come with a $10,000 cash prize for charity or a scholarship fund.

Cast your vote for Michigan on the awards website: https://transportationawards.secure-platform.com/a/gallery?roundId=49.

MDOT's recent project to rebuild and widen the Fruit Ridge Avenue bridge over I-96 in the city of Walker, Kent County, has advanced to the finals of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) 2026 America’s Transportation Awards.

The project is now in contention for the competition’s two highest honors: The Grand Prize and The People’s Choice Award. An independent panel of transportation experts will vote for the Grand Prize, while the People's Choice Award will be decided by the public through online voting now through 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. Winners will be announced by AASHTO on Tuesday, Nov. 17, in Louisville, Kentucky. Both awards come with a $10,000 cash prize for charity or a scholarship fund.

Cast your vote for Michigan on the awards website: https://transportationawards.secure-platform.com/a/gallery?roundId=49.

News release: https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-outreach/pressreleases/2026/09/11/mdots-i-96-fruit-ridge-avenue-rebuilding-project-in-walker-among-elite-for-national-top-honors

25 years ago yet a piece of that day remains inside City Hall still today.We will never forget. 🇺🇸
09/11/2026

25 years ago yet a piece of that day remains inside City Hall still today.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

In case you missed the event post, here is the event flyer with all the pertinent pumpkin details.Hope to see you there!
09/10/2026

In case you missed the event post, here is the event flyer with all the pertinent pumpkin details.

Hope to see you there!

The City of Walker is inviting residents to a series of fall open houses to learn more about the proposed public safety ...
09/09/2026

The City of Walker is inviting residents to a series of fall open houses to learn more about the proposed public safety millage on the Nov. 3 ballot.

Residents can tour Walker’s three fire stations, meet firefighters and police officers, see where the public safety teams work and learn how the proposal could help Walker meet growing emergency response needs. City leaders will also be available at these open houses.

The open houses will take place:

-Tuesday, Sept. 29 : 10 a.m.-noon and 6-8 p.m. at Fire Station #3, 1470 Three Mile Road NW
-Tuesday, Oct. 6: 6-8 p.m. at Fire Station #1, 4343 Remembrance Road NW
-Thursday, Oct. 15: 10 a.m.-noon and 6-8 p.m. at Fire Station #2, 4101 Lake Michigan Drive NW

Any Walker resident who may have questions about the millage proposal, wants to see our current public safety facilities firsthand or simply wants to learn more about the police and fire departments is encouraged to attend.

Reminder: City Offices are closed today.Enjoy your Labor Day, Walker!
09/07/2026

Reminder: City Offices are closed today.

Enjoy your Labor Day, Walker!

Address

4243 Remembrance Road NW
Walker, MI
49534

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 11:30am

Telephone

+16164536311

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