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SWIMMING AT THURSTON PARK CLOSED

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ATTENTION! Due to strong currents created by high water levels, SWIMMING AT THURSTON PARK IS PROHIBITED until further notice. Please use extreme caution and observe all safety protocols when boating in the area. The high water levels have created hazards. Be aware and be safe!

Darmon Place Closed to all Traffic

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Darmon Place is closed to all traffic due to flooding. We will make an update once the road is open to traffic. Strom drains are currently overwhelmed due to the current storm rainfall. They are not clogged.

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for the week of June 1, 2026

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Hydrant flushing will take place next week. During this process, you may notice temporary discoloration or cloudy water due to sediment being stirred up in the water mains. If this occurs, run cold water for 5–15 minutes. If the water does not clear, wait 30–60 minutes and try again. Residents are also encouraged to avoid […]

Village Office Hours the Week of April 27th

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Village Office Hours the week of April 27th The Clerk is out of office. The Deputy Clerk, Kelli Horst will be in office the following dates and times.   Monday, April 27th:12pm- 4pm Tuesday, April 28th: 9am-4pm Wednesday, April 29th: 9am-4pm Thursday, April 30th: OFFICE CLOSED The office is always closed on Friday.

Sewer and Water Committee Meeting April 28,26 at 6pm

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The Sewer and Water Committee will meet on Tuesday April 28,2026 at 6pm.   The meeting will take place at the Village Office located at 2530 N. Main Street, Central Lake, MI.   Utility Rates will be discussed.    

Report Property Damage Incurred by the Flooding to the State

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If your property has incurred damage due to the recent flooding, please report the damages to the State. See the following article for further information. You can self report using the following link. https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/6e1d8996f0704b9fab5395eecd63a65e?portalUrl=https%3A%2F%2Femhsd.maps.arcgis.com&fbclid=IwY2xjawRUel5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1cFkyQ1dGT0JnaTVUcHRsc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhBeCgM3zvTD8BHCAm6PH2SSXbpmnAlKjSV4RYYja7l4mIdfHALmrwc597Tu_aem_gYwLtTPB2jvCUY1SN1aw2g

Street Closure Notice- Howard Street to Brooks Street

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Street Closure Notice POST UPDATED 4/15/26 @ 4:42 pm Howard Street is closed from State Street to Brooks Street starting Monday morning, April 20,2026. It will reopen at the end of May, when the School’s construction project is completed.

Special Meeting- April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm

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The Village Council will be holding a special meeting tomorrow Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, at 6:30 pm. This meeting will take place at the Village Office located at 2530 N. Main Street, Central Lake, MI. The council will be approving a contractor for our Kayak Launch project, which will be completed this summer.