Become a Hydro Hero! Help Keep Ishpeming Safe Adopt a Fire Hydrant this Winter
December 2, 2025
HYDRO HERO PROGRAM
Help keep Ishpeming Safe and adopt a fire hydrant this winter!
Kids (17 and under) within the City of Ishpeming can team up with a parent to keep nearby hydrants cleared of snow and help firefighters save precious time in an emergency.
The Hydro Hero program is designed to actively involve children in helping firefighters, their neighbors, and their community.
In March there will be a celebration at Doozers Cookies for a special thank you with the Ishpeming Fire Department. Hydro Hero Certificates will be presented and Hydrant Cookies and Hot Cocoa will be offered.
To sign up to be a Hydro Hero use the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2QRX2CQ
If you are in need of having a hydrant on your property serviced, please contact 906-379-3749. By submitting a request to be included in this program, it does not guarantee that your hydrant will be chosen, but someone will get in touch with you.
Update on postponement of restoration from the construction season – Payne and Dolan
November 11, 2025
RESIDENT / BUSINESS NOTIFICATION
Dear Resident,
As part of our efforts to restore the areas impacted by this season’s construction to pre- construction conditions, we want to inform you that any restoration work not yet completed, including sidewalks, topsoil, and grass, will be finished in the spring of 2026.
Due to the recent cold temperatures, any restoration completed late this fall would not have resulted in proper grass germination or long-term success. By waiting to complete this work in the spring, we can ensure a quality finished product under more favorable weather conditions.
We appreciate your patience as we allow the ground to rest through the winter months. Our crews will return as soon as conditions permit in the spring to complete all restoration work and continue work on the City of Ishpeming’s infrastructure in other areas of the city.
Thank you for your continued cooperation.
Sincerely,
Payne and Dolan
1000 Country Lane – Suite 100
Ishpeming, MI 49849
2024 City of Ishpeming Audited Financial Statements
November 6, 2025
2024 City of Ishpeming Audited Financial Statements
Ishpeming Cemetery – Prepare for Winter
October 30, 2025
Ishpeming Cemetery – Prepare 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, 2025. 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. 203.
Winter Parking Ban goes in effect November 1st
October 30, 2025
CITY OF ISHPEMING WINTER PARKING BAN
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/month.
To view the ordinance which regulates overnight parking, please follow the link below:
Public Announcement: Construction Update and Community Appreciation
October 24, 2025
The City of Ishpeming understands that this construction season has been challenging for residents, drivers, and businesses. We sincerely thank you for your continued patience.
Many of the recent projects have taken longer than anticipated because contractors have been working with very old underground infrastructure. In some locations, the water, sewer, and storm systems date back decades, and detailed records of what’s in the ground are not always available. Crews often uncover unforeseen conditions that must be safely addressed before moving forward.
In addition, these utility systems must be replaced in phases. Contractors need to complete work on water lines before moving on to sewer and storm systems, which means the same streets may be reopened multiple times during the process.
These improvements are essential investments in Ishpeming’s future. Updating our underground systems today will reduce emergency repairs, improve service reliability, and strengthen our city’s infrastructure for years to come.
Thank you again for your patience, understanding, and support as this important work continues. Together, we’re building a stronger Ishpeming.
— City of Ishpeming
Notice of Public Hearing for the proposed 2026 Budget
October 20, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
A Public Hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 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 2026 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: 20.2603 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.
2026 Proposed Budget and Budget Message
2025 Fall Leaf Collection
October 13, 2025
2025 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 (Lawn and Leaf bags are currently in-stock at your local Meijer store).
Pick up will be curbside on Wednesday, October 29th and Wednesday, November 5th. 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!
City of Ishpeming – Strategic Planning Kickoff Survey
September 15, 2025
The City of Ishpeming City Council will be developing a strategic plan to prioritize actions for the next three years to improve city services. Your input will make the plan stronger.
Please complete the short 5-question survey below:
https://form.jotform.com/252244837567163
NOTICE: City Hall and DPW Returning to Winter Hours beginning September 2nd: 8am to 5pm
August 27, 2025
Beginning on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Ishpeming City Hall and the Department of Public Works will be returning to winter hours as follows:
City Hall
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Department of Public Works
Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Residents in need of assistance from the Department of Public Works after regular business hours may contact the emergency number 1-888-223-2734.
