NOTICE: DDA BI-ANNUAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING – NOVEMBER 7, 2023 AT THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will be holding its bi-annual informational meeting at the November 7, 2023 regular council meeting, which will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the Elk Rapids Government Center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Informational meetings are meetings for the purpose of informing the public of the goals and direction of the authority, including projects to be undertaken in the coming year. They are not for the purpose of voting on policy, budgets or other operational matters.

VILLAGE SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR BEAUTIFICATION, HARBOR, HOUSING, AND ZBA COMMISSIONS

The Elk Rapids Village Government is excited to invite all community members with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas to apply for an array of volunteer positions to aid in the decision-making process of our local government. Elk Rapids is fortunate to have an abundance of highly educated, community-focused people. Serving on a village commission is a fulfilling experience and a great way to give back to our community. The Village Government is seeking volunteers, both new and seasoned, with fresh ideas for the following board/commission positions:

• Beautification Commission (2 positions open)

• Harbor Commission (2 positions open)

• Housing Commission (1 position open)

• Zoning Board of Appeals (1 position open)

For requirements to serve on each board and commission, please view the bylaws on the board or commission’s page on the Village website.

Applications are available on www.elkrapids.org, document center, or at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. Please submit application to kszczypka@elkrapids.org and it will be reviewed by nominating committee members in the order that they are received. Thanks for your interest in serving our community!

-Kaitlyn Szczypka, Village Clerk

To view or download the application, please CLICK HERE.

REMINDER: BOATER SAFETY CLASS OFFERED IN ELK RAPIDS – OCTOBER 7, 2023

There will be a boater safety class offered this fall in Elk Rapids! Boat America, an 8 hour class, is a boater safety class for novice recreational boaters ages 12 and older. The class is being offered by the Traverse City Coast Guard Auxiliary.  Topics covered include boating safety and safety equipment, emergency procedures, navigation rules and aids, and boating regulations.  The class will meet on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at the Harbor Pavilion in Elk Rapids.  The class will meet from 8 am to 5 pm with a lunch break at noon.  You must attend all 8 hours to get your boater safety certificate.  Cost is $15 to cover cost of book and certificate.

Preregister by September 30 by emailing Dianne Walker at diannewalk48@gmail.com  ( minimum of 10 students needed to hold the class).

SHORELINE ASSESSMENT REPORT PRESENTATION AT OCTOBER 3, 2023 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

The public is invited and encouraged to attend a presentation on the Elk Rapids River Corridor Assessment at the October 3, 2023 regular council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Noah Johnson of the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council will go over the highlights of the assessment. There will be time for the Village Council and attendees to ask questions. We hope you are able to join us to go over this important report for our community!

To view the report, please CLICK HERE.

NOTICE: DDA STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 2023 MEETING

The Downtown Development Authority’s (DDA) Strategic Planning Committee will be holding a meeting on Wednesday September 27, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

To view the packet for this meeting, please CLICK HERE.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: ELK RAPIDS HOUSING COMMISSION

The Elk Rapids Housing Commission (ERHC) will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 9, 2023 for the purpose of reviewing the PHA 2023 Five Year Plan. The hearing will be held at the Elk Rapids Government Center located at 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, Michigan. A copy of the proposed plan will be available for review and comment in the ERHC office located at 701 Chippewa Street, Elk Rapids, Michigan, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Written comments on the plan will be accepted until 3:00 pm on Wednesday, November 9, 2023.

NOTICE: TIF PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 2023 MEETINGPost published:

The Downtown Development Authority’s (DDA) Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Steering Committee will be holding a meeting on Thursday September 21, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

To view the packet for this meeting, please CLICK HERE.

REMINDER: MASTER PLAN & DDA DEVELOPMENT PLAN OPEN HOUSE

A reminder that the Master Plan and DDA Development Plan Open House is taking place on Tuesday September 19, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. Feel free to stop by and give your insight on these important plans for our community. We hope to see you then!

NOTICE OF ADOPTION: ORDINANCE 2023-08 – PURCHASING LIMITS

The Village of Elk Rapids ordains that a new ordinance, as text amendment to the Village of Elk Rapids Code of Ordinances, was duly adopted at the regular council meeting held on September 5, 2023, as follows:

1. Ordinance 2023-08 – Purchasing Limits – Amendment to §2-440 – Purchases or contracts under $5,000 (now $10,000) and §2-441 Purchases or contracts over $5,000 (now $25,000).

Effective Date: September 14, 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

To view the ordinance, please CLICK HERE.

PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY: PEDESTRIAN ASSETS

Networks Northwest will be hosting a public input session at the Elk Rapids Government Center on Tuesday September 26, 2023 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Please stop by and share your ideas on the North Region Active Transportation Plan and pedestrian assets. All members of the public are invited and encourage to attend.

NOTICE: SPECIAL BEAUTIFICATION MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 AT 2:00 P.M.

The Beautification Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday September 13, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Government Center, 345 Bridge Street. For more information, please view the agenda by CLICKING HERE.

HARBOR ANNOUNCEMENT – NO HOT WATER AT HARBOR ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The Elk Rapids Grace C. Memorial Harbor will not have HOT water on Friday September 15th due to the installation of a new water heater holding tank.

FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 AUDIT COMPLETE

The Village of Elk Rapids fiscal year (FY) 2022-2023 audit is now complete. To view the FY 2022-2023 audit, CLICK HERE.

OFFICE CLOSED LABOR DAY

The Elk Rapids Government Center will be closed Monday September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday. Have a good weekend, everyone!

NOTICE: SPECIAL JOINT VILLAGE COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 AT 6:00 P.M.

The Elk Rapids Village Council and Planning Commission will be holding a special joint meeting on Tuesday September 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. For more information, please follow CLICK HERE.

WATER LINE VERIFICATION TESTING IN ELK RAPIDS

The Village of Elk Rapids DPW will be conducting a water line verification program initiated by the Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE). This state mandated project will consist of physically verifying several service lines from the watermain to the meter to properties throughout the Village.

Throughout this testing time, you may see DPW crew members at various properties in the Village.  Property owners will be notified with a letter mailed to their home as well as the letter posted on their front door.

If you have any questions, please contact Village office at 231-264-9274, or feel free to go to the State of Michigan’s website to learn more about this state-wide mandated testing: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/drinking-water-and-environmental-health/community-water-supply/lead-and-copper-rule

NOTICE: SPECIAL DDA MEETING AUGUST 28, 2023

The Elk Rapids Downtown Development Authority will hold a special meeting on Monday August 28, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street to discuss the facade grant. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

To view the packet for this meeting, please CLICK HERE.

BOATER SAFETY CLASS OFFERED IN ELK RAPIDS – OCTOBER 7, 2023

There will be a boater safety class offered this fall in Elk Rapids! Boat America, an 8 hour class, is a boater safety class for novice recreational boaters ages 12 and older. The class is being offered by the Traverse City Coast Guard Auxiliary.  Topics covered include boating safety and safety equipment, emergency procedures, navigation rules and aids, and boating regulations.  The class will meet on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at the Harbor Pavilion in Elk Rapids.  The class will meet from 8 am to 5 pm with a lunch break at noon.  You must attend all 8 hours to get your boater safety certificate.  Cost is $15 to cover cost of book and certificate.

Preregister by September 30 by emailing Dianne Walker at diannewalk48@gmail.com  ( minimum of 10 students needed to hold the class).

OPEN HOUSE: SHARE YOUR IDEAS FOR THE MASTER PLAN & DDA TIF PLAN – SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The Village of Elk Rapids Planning Commission and Downtown Development Authority are hosting an open house on Tuesday September 19, 2023 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Elk Rapids Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. We hope you are able to stop by to share your ideas and input on these two important plans that will shape the future of our community!

DDA 2023-2024 FACADE GRANT OPEN

The Downtown Development Authority is excited to announce that the 2023-2024 Facade Grant Applications are open! Applications are due September 6, 2023. For more information, please read the grant packet below.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM (EXTERNAL LINK)

Project Application:

2023-2024 FACADE GRANT APPLICATION (.DOCX)