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ELK RAPIDS CONSUMERS CONFIDENCE REPORT - WATER QUALITY
Please click the button below to read the Elk Rapids Consumers Confidence Report - Water Quality.
*ANNOUNCEMENT* FARMER’S MARKET - NEW LOCATION
The Elk Rapids Farmers Market is moving downtown Elk Rapids for the season!
The decision to move for the season is driven by the Paddle Antrim-Rotary Park construction, which is set to begin on Monday, June 10, 2024.
The Chamber of Commerce reviewed all options for alternative locations and determined the best location was the Cedar Street Parking Lot in Downtown Elk Rapids. The lot is directly behind the Dexter Hotel and accessible from Cedar Street between River Street and Harbor Drive. The market will still be held each Friday from 8 am to 12 pm and will run from June 7 to October 4, 2024. A location for the market on August 2, 2024 is still under review as the lot will be occupied by Arnold Amusement for Harbor Days.
We’re asking the residents who park in the Cedar Street Parking Lot to please park on the northern row only on Thursday evenings until the market wraps up each Friday. The vendors are usually gone by 1:30 pm. Those coming to the market will park in the spaces available throughout downtown. There will be handicap spots and an area for pickup and carry outs. Look for signage throughout the village for directions and please share the news with friends, family, and visitors!
For more information and to answer any questions, please call the Chamber at (231) 264-8202 or email info@elkrapidschamber.org.
Thank you for your understanding and supporting our local farmers. We are looking forward to a great Farmer Market season!
2024 Open Water Safety Lessons
The Village of Elk Rapids is offering Water Safety Lessons. Classes will run for two weeks with three lessons per week. Sign-ups will start Monday, June 3rd, 2024 at 9:00…
The Village of Elk Rapids is offering Water Safety Lessons. Classes will run for two weeks with three lessons per week. Sign-ups will start Monday, June 3rd, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. and end Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. You can sign up online at elkrapids.org or go to the Elk Rapids Government Center to fill out a paper form. There will be a $50 charge per session, and students can only sign up for one session per summer. Students will be admitted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Priority will be given to Village Residents. Questions? Email Sara Bogard at sbogard@elkrapids.org
To sign up: https://forms.gle/uoANuxFfdUdu9WpbA
SPEED HUMP SURVEY - TWO MORE QUESTIONS
Please take a minute to answer 2 more questions regarding SPEED HUMPS in the village.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2023-13
The Village of Elk Rapids Village Council will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday January 16, 2024, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 6:30…
The Village of Elk Rapids Village Council will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday January 16, 2024, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of the public hearings is to consider and receive community input on:
Proposed Ordinance 2023-13 – Amendment to § 2-52 (e) (Regular Meetings. Time.) of the Code of Ordinances.
The proposed ordinances can be found on the Village’s website, elkrapids.org or copies can be viewed during normal business hours at the Government Center.
Community members are invited to attend this hearing to speak either pro or con on these matters. Written comments can be directed to the Village of Elk Rapids, 315 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
–Linda Woodward, Interim Village Clerk
NOTICE OF ADOPTION: ORDINANCE 2023-09 & 2023-12
The Village of Elk Rapids ordains that two (2) new ordinances, as text amendment to the Village of Elk Rapids Code of Ordinances, were duly adopted at the regular council…
The Village of Elk Rapids ordains that two (2) new ordinances, as text amendment to the Village of Elk Rapids Code of Ordinances, were duly adopted at the regular council meeting held on December 5, 2023, as follows:
Ordinance 2023-09: Libraries in Industrial District – Amendment to §44-38 (Zoning District Intent) & §44-75 (District Tables of Permitted Use) of the Code of Ordinances.
Ordinance 2023-12: Violations and Penalties for Unregistered Short-Term Rentals – Amendment to §8-66 (Violations and Penalties) of the Code of Ordinances.
Effective Date: December 22, 2023.
Copies are available at https://elkrapids.org and the Village Office at 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, 49629. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
-Kaitlyn Szczypka, Village Clerk
COUNCIL HEADLEE WORKSHOP: ZOOM LINK
The public is invited and encouraged to attend the Village Council's workshop tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Government Center 315 Bridge Street, or on zoom at this link: Please…
The public is invited and encouraged to attend the Village Council’s workshop tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Government Center 315 Bridge Street, or on zoom at this link:
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992418698?pwd=TER6aVNOSlc2RVdVdHF4WjdtV2w0QT09
Passcode: 642410
NOTICE: TIF PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2023 AT 10 AM
The Elk Rapids DDA TIF Planning Committee will meet on December 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at the government center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids,…
The Elk Rapids DDA TIF Planning Committee will meet on December 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at the government center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
To view the packet, CLICK HERE.
NOTICE: DACC MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2023 AT 6:00 PM
The Downtown Area Citizens Council will meet on December 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in Township Chambers at the government center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk…
The Downtown Area Citizens Council will meet on December 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in Township Chambers at the government center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
To view the agenda, CLICK HERE.
COUNCIL WORKSHOP: HEADLEE TRAINING
The Elk Rapids Village Council will meet on Tuesday December 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. for a training on the Headlee Amendment. The workshop will take place at the Government…
The Elk Rapids Village Council will meet on Tuesday December 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. for a training on the Headlee Amendment. The workshop will take place at the Government Center in Council Chambers, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49626.
To view the agenda, CLICK HERE.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: PROPOSED ORDINANCES 2023-09 & -12
The Village of Elk Rapids Village Council will hold two public hearings at their regular meeting on Tuesday December 5, 2023, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 7:00…
The Village of Elk Rapids Village Council will hold two public hearings at their regular meeting on Tuesday December 5, 2023, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the public hearings is to consider and receive community input on:
Proposed Ordinance 2023-09: Libraries in Industrial District – Amendment to §44-38 (Zoning District Intent) & §44-75 (District Tables of Permitted Use) of the Code of Ordinances.
Proposed Ordinance 2023-12: Violations and Penalties for Unregistered Short-Term Rentals – Amendment to §8-66 (Violations and Penalties) of the Code of Ordinances.
The proposed ordinances can be found on the Village’s website, elkrapids.org in the Document Center or copies can be viewed during normal business hours at the Government Center.
Community members are invited to attend this hearing to speak either pro or con on these matters. Written comments can be directed to the Village of Elk Rapids, 315 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
–Kaitlyn Szczypka, Village Clerk
NOTICE OF ADOPTION: ORDINANCES 2023-03 & -11
The Village of Elk Rapids ordains that two (2) new ordinances, as text amendment to the Village of Elk Rapids Code of Ordinances, were duly adopted at the regular council…
The Village of Elk Rapids ordains that two (2) new ordinances, as text amendment to the Village of Elk Rapids Code of Ordinances, were duly adopted at the regular council meeting held on November 21, 2023, as follows:
Ordinance 2023-03: Zoning Compliance Permit Process – Amendment to §44-271 (Zoning Compliance Permits) & §44-274 (Site Plan Review Requirements) of the Code of Ordinances.
Ordinance 2023-11: Harbor Commission Membership – Amendment to §2-286 (Harbor Commission Established; Members; Compensation) of the Code of Ordinances.
Effective Date: December 7, 2023
Copies are available at https://elkrapids.org in the Document Center and the Village Office at 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, 49629. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
-Kaitlyn Szczypka, Village Clerk
Property Fraud Alert
At the last Regular Council Meeting, Antrim County Register of Deeds Patty Niepoth presented a free fraud prevention program that is available. Property Fraud Alert is an online subscription service…
At the last Regular Council Meeting, Antrim County Register of Deeds Patty Niepoth presented a free fraud prevention program that is available. Property Fraud Alert is an online subscription service offered to the public that allows them to have their name monitored within the Recorder’s office in order to track possible fraudulent recordings that affects their property.
The threat of mortgage fraud and identity theft crimes continue to rise, and all too often victims of these types of fraudulent activities are unaware their homes or identity have been stolen. While Property Fraud Alert does not prevent fraud from happening, it does provide an early warning system for property owners to take appropriate actions should they determine possible fraudulent activity has taken place.
It’s simple! Just enter your personal and/or business name and you will be notified when a document is recorded if the name is matched in the system.
To sign up for this service, please follow this link: https://www.propertyfraudalert.com/MIAntrim
Extended Leaf Pickup
The Elk Rapids DPW will be extending leaf pick-up for one week only. The final day for this service will be Friday December 1, 2023.
The Elk Rapids DPW will be extending leaf pick-up for one week only. The final day for this service will be Friday December 1, 2023.