Electronics, Styrofoam Collection & Document Shredding on August 25

Aug. 16, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 For more information contact: Lizzy Paul, environmental program coordinator, (269) 966-3355 ext. 1889 or email egpaul@battlecreekmi.gov

Electronics, Styrofoam Collection & Document Shredding on August 25

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Electronics, Styrofoam collection set for Aug. 25

Recently, our neighbors received a water bill insert full of the city’s upcoming environmental event and recycling collection dates – but we made a mistake.

The late-summer electronics and Styrofoam collection is set for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. o...

Yard waste collection starts March 26 for 2018

At least on the calendar, spring has returned to Battle Creek, and curbside yard waste pickup along with it – this service begins again the week of March 26.

Yard waste pickup will continue through Nov. 30 this year. City neighbors may place yard...

City offers Brian Sturdivant the position as new fire chief

Aug. 15, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

C I T Y O F B A T T L E C R E E K

CITY MANAGER

For more information contact: City Manager Rebecca Fleury, (269) 966‐3378

City offers Brian Sturdivant the position as new fire chief

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City shares manganese test results, additional information

The city has dedicated a web page to the documents, test reports, and other information related to the elevated levels of the element manganese found in City of Battle Creek drinking water in June of 2018.

Water customers, and others who are interested, ca...

City seeks volunteers to serve on Housing Commission

The Battle Creek Housing Commission is looking for new members.

It is through the work of dedicated neighbors and the business community members who choose to serve on our boards and commissions, that we have their representation in city government.

The Hou...

Neighbors asked to be alert to possible scams

City officials are alerting neighbors this summer to possible scams, related to water filtering and construction work.

Engineering Division staff have received calls about people knocking on doors on streets scheduled for resurfacing treatments. They claim...

Update: Dates changed for Capital SW/Elm railroad crossing work

Due to logistics in scheduling, as the railroads prepare for reconstruction at the Capital SW and Elm Street crossings, the work and closure dates have changed.

At this time, project dates are scheduled as follows:

Capital Avenue SW will be closed at the tr...

Weekly time open to talk business development with city staff

As part of the city’s efforts to contribute to a business-friendly community, staff are hosting free business development meetings with anyone who has an idea to explore.

City neighbors, new or established business owners, developers, and investo...

BCPD services open in new building tomorrow

Aug. 15, 2018

C I T Y O F B A T T L E C R E E K

CITY MANAGER - COMMUNICATIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Battle Creek Police Department, 269-966-3322

BCPD services open in new building tomorrow 

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BCPD Records Division fax number changed

Aug. 14, 2018

C I T Y O F B A T T L E C R E E K

CITY MANAGER - COMMUNICATIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Battle Creek Police Department, 269-966-3322

BCPD Records Division fax number changed

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BCPD service changes coming next week, as new building opens

As Battle Creek Police Department staff make the move into the new building, at 34 N. Division St., some service changes will be in place next week.

Staff will make the transition to the new building all week, Aug. 13-17.

The Records Division will be&nb...

Chief gives crime trend presentation

Chief Blocker gave a presentation to the City Commission Tuesday night, discussing how the PD is addressing violent crime, and some of the trends happening in our community. 

We hope you can take some time (it's about 35 minutes, including some Q&...

Milling/paving begins tomorrow on various streets

Aug. 16, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Engineering Division, 269-966-3343

Milling/paving begins tomorrow on various streets

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The city’s contractor will perform milling and paving road resurfa...

Sanitary sewer inspection, cleaning starts Monday

Routine inspection and cleaning of the city’s sanitary sewer system will begin on Monday, and continue through December.

City contractor Taplin Group LLC will perform the work, part of the city’s routine televising and cleaning plan. &a...

Replacement Project at the Capital Avenue/Jackson Street Intersection

June 1, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact Darren Campbell, Civil Engineer II, (269) 966-3343

Traffic Signal Replacement Project at the Capital Avenue/Jackson Street Intersection

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - On Monday, June 4, J. Ranck Electric...

Public invited to attend presentation on Transportation Master Plan

Two public meetings will be held next Monday and Tuesday to present the final recommendations of the Transportation Master Plan.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Rich Werner, Battle Creek Transit Manager, 269-966-3474

Public invited to attend presentation on Transportation Master Plan 

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Two public meetings will be held next Mo...