City Hall Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving
November 10, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing for the Proposed 2027 Budget
October 30, 2026
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
A Public Hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at a Special City Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Ishpeming City Hall, 100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the 2027 Budget. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection on the City’s website www.ishpemingcity.org or in the City Manager’s Office at City Hall, 100 East Division Street, Ishpeming, Michigan. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING: 21.6014 mills.
Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should contact the City Offices during regular working hours 48 hours prior to the meeting.
2027 Proposed Budget & Budget Message
Winter Parking Ban Notice
October 23, 2026
CITY OF ISHPEMING
WINTER PARKING BAN NOTICE
The Ishpeming City Winter Parking Ban (Ordinance No. 5-1200) goes into effect November 1st and runs until April 30th. Times for the parking ban are as follows:
- Residential Streets: 1:00 AM – 6:00 AM
- Downtown Streets: 2:00 AM – 6:00 AM
Parking permits for City lots can be purchased at City Hall. Permits cost $25.00 for a monthly pass.
Ishpeming Cemetery – Prepares for Winter
October 22, 2026
City of Ishpeming Notice – Ishpeming Cemetery – Prepares for Winter
In order to prepare for winter, Ishpeming City Officials ask lot owners to please remove all non-permanent objects (planters, decorations, benches, etc.) from their grave sites by November 5, 2026. Items left at the site will be disposed of after that date.
Please contact Ishpeming City Hall with any questions or concerns at 906-485-1091, ext. 134.
Notice of Public Hearing for the Proposed 2027 Budget – Cancelled
October 14, 2026
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – Public Hearing Cancelled
The Public Hearing that was scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Regular City Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Ishpeming City Hall, 100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the 2027 Budget has been cancelled.
Request for Proposals – Certified Grant Administrator/Third-Party Administrator (TPA)
October 9, 2026
City of Ishpeming – Request for Proposals (RFP)
Certified Grant Administrator/Third-Party Administrator
Project Overview: The City of Ishpeming has applied to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to support the development of affordable rental housing within the City.
The proposed project consists of the rehabilitation of two (2) existing apartment units and the construction of five (5) new apartment units, together with associated site improvements and utility infrastructure necessary to support the development. All units are vacant and no displacement of residents will occur. The CDBG eligible activity is “Unoccupied Rehabilitation”.
The City submitted the grant application on behalf of a private housing developer that will own and construct the project. The City will serve as the grant recipient and a responsible unit of government for purposes of grant administration and compliance. The selected Third-Party Administrator (TPA) will assist the City in administering the grant and coordinating with the developer, contractors, design professionals, MSHDA, and other stakeholders throughout the project.
The selected firm shall demonstrate substantial experience with Michigan CDBG programs, affordable housing development projects, federal compliance requirements, environmental review procedures, and project closeout activities.
The full RFP can be viewed here: RFP – Certified Grant Administrator/Third-Party Administrator (TPA)
All proposals must be clearly labeled “City of Ishpeming – TPA Proposal – Loelffler Block and delivered to:
City of Ishpeming
Attn: Randy Scholz, City Manager
100 E. Division St.
Ishpeming, MI 49849
Or emailed to citymanager@ishpemingcity.org
RFPs are due by November 9, 2026, by 1:00 p.m.
2026 Fall Leaf Collection
October 6, 2026
2026 FALL LEAF COLLECTION
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
The Fall Leaf Collection has been scheduled! All leaves must be BAGGED and should not contain any brush, limbs, or pet waste. If possible, please use COMPOSTABLE bags.
Pick-up will be curbside on Monday, October 26th and Monday, November 9th. Leaves should be out curbside by early morning on pick-up days or the night before pick-up days.
Please keep in mind that the City currently does NOT offer a spring yard waste collection so be sure to take advantage of this service in the fall!
Request for Proposals – Ishpeming City Recycling and Trash Carts
September 28, 2026
The City of Ishpeming, Michigan, is requesting sealed proposals from qualified vendors for the purchase and delivery of approximately 2,700 residential 64-gallon curbside recycling carts and approximately 2,700 additional residential 64-gallon trash carts. The recycling carts are part of the EGLE grant-funded project. The trash carts are a separate City-funded purchase, and are not part of the EGLE grant, they will be paid for directly by the City. The City intends to award a contract to the proposer whose proposal is determined to provide the best overall value to the City while meeting the requirements of the Request for Proposals.
This project is supported in part by funding from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy Recycling Infrastructure Grant Program. The grant application identifies 2,700 64-gallon recycling containers and assembly and delivery to residents as project expenses. The full request for proposals can be found here: City of Ishpeming Recycling & Trash Carts RFP
Proposals are due by 1:00 p.m. EST on October 29, 2026. Proposals shall be sealed and clearly marked: “City of Ishpeming Recycling & Trash Cart Purchase RFP”, submitted to:
Randy Scholz, City Manager
City of Ishpeming
100 E. Division Street
Ishpeming, MI 49849
City Board and Commission Vacancies
September 10, 2026
The following Boards or Commissions have vacancies:
Zoning Board of Appeals – Two Vacancies for Alternate Board Members, 3-year term
Planning Commission – Two Vacancies, 3-year term
Parks and Recreation – One Vacancy, 3-year term
Cemetery Commission – One Vacancy, 5-year term
Compensation Commission – One Vacancy, 5-year term
If you are interested in serving on one or more of the City’s Board or Commissions, please complete: Board-Commissions Application and return it to the City Manager’s Office, 100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849 or email, estack@ishpemingcity.org. If you have any questions, please call Emilie Stack, City Clerk/Human Resources Manager, at 906-485-1091, Extension 203 or email estack@ishpemingcity.org
City Hall Hours of Operation, Effective September 8, 2026
August 31, 2026
Effective September 8, 2026, City Hall’s Hours of Operation will be as follows:
Monday through Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday: Closed to the Public
(Please note that City Offices are closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day)
