The Village of Pentwater, Michigan

Welcome to the Village of Pentwater municipal website. Our small town is governed by the General Law Village Act & our Village Charter. We develop this website daily as a community information resource. We hope you enjoy its design and mobile-friendly features. Questions? Visit our Questions and Suggestions page. Thank you.

MML Takes Notice

MML Community Excellence Awards The Village of Pentwater submitted the renovation of Park Place for the MML's 2022 Community Excellence Awards.

We are incredibly thankful for the opportunity and recognition we received on the project. There were countless hours of work by many volunteers and we appreciate every single person who had a hand in making this happen.

To read the article from the MML's the Review Magazine, please click on the links below.

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MML Review Pentwater Article - Page 1 (PDF)

MML Review Pentwater Article - Page 2 (PDF)

Notice of Public Hearing - June 12th

The Village Council of the Pentwater Village will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of .4978 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be levied on property in 2023.

The hearing will be held on Monday, June 12th at 6pm at Park Place Meeting Center.

To view the public hearing in its entirety, please click on the link below.

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Public Hearing Notice (PDF)

Social District

The Village Council is looking for feedback from the community about starting a Social District in the downtown area. To view the Social District informational packet and to answer the questionnaire, please click on the link below.

Please send your feedback and questionnaires to kanderson@pentwatervillage.org.

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Social District Packet (PDF)

Social District Questionnaire (PDF)

Meetings & Events

To see upcoming meetings and events in the Village, please visit the Public Notices Page, the Events and Market Page or the Village Event Calendar for the latest updates.

Water Quality Report

To review the 2021 Water Quality Report, please click on the link below.

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2021 Water Quality Report (PDF)

Employment Opportunity - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator/Supervisor

The Village of Pentwater, located on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan in Oceana County is currently seeking a qualified individual to oversee the operations of our waste water system. Our plant is a Membrane Bio-Reactor System and requires a Michigan "B" Operator's License.

Specific duties will include the day-today operating, reporting and maintaining the wastewater collection system, treatment plant and lift stations.

As a member of our DPW team other functions may include snow plowing and other street maintenance functions. Ability to obtain a CDL within three months will be required.

Compensation: Depending on qualifications.

Benefits to include paid vacation and sick leave, comprehensive medical, optical and dental plan, life insurance and MERS defined pension.

Population: 875

Position open until filled.

Please send an application and resume to:

Chris Brown, Village Manager
P.O. Box 622
Pentwater, MI 49449

Email: cbrown@pentwatervillage.org

Download a File:

Village Employment Application (PDF)

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Community Leaders Meet With Congressman Moolenaar

Community Leaders met with Congressman John Moolenaar on Friday, May 19th to discuss the Pentwater Harbor and channel dredging. They are currently working on a long-term viable plan to keep channel dredging at the forefront for our Harbor, including options at the federal level.
We appreciate Congressman Moolenaar for his time and efforts in finding solutions for our wonderful Harbor.

Village Green Gazebo

The Village of Pentwater would like to thank the Pentwater Service Club for their hard work and dedication in painting the Gazebo on the Village Green, giving a refreshed look for the summer. The Village would also like to thank Spotless Cleaning Services for cleaning the roof and concrete of the Gazebo after the Service Club completed the painting.
To view the video of Spotless Cleaning Services cleaning the Gazebo, please click on the link below.

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Spotless Cleaning Services - Gazebo Cleanup

Notice of Public Hearing - June 27th

Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the Village of Pentwater will hold a public hearing at Park Place, 310 N. Rush St. on Tuesday, June 27th at 6:10pm.

The public hearing is for the purpose of considering comments regarding an amendment to the Village of Pentwater Zoning Ordinance, in accordance with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (Public Act 12 of 2008). The amendment to the Zoning Ordinance would amend Section 17.02(D) as follows:

C-3 Parking: With the exception of residential uses, the off-street parking requirements of Section 17.06 do not apply in the C-3 District. Any parking area provided; however, shall meet the other applicable requirements of this Chapter. Residential uses within the C-3 district shall meet the requirements of this Section and Section 17.06 for determining the location of parking areas and the required number of spaces. For purposes of this Section, Short-Term Rental use(s) pursuant to and permitted under Chapter 153: Short-Term Rental Regulations, of the Village of Pentwater Code of Ordinances, as amended, do not constitute "residential use(s)".

The Zoning Ordinance amendment text is available for public inspection at the Village Hall, 65 S. Hancock St. during the Village's normal business hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Any resident or property owner may participate in the hearing or submit written comments regarding the proposed amendment to the Planning Commission prior to Tuesday, June 27th.

City Feasibility Study

The City Feasibility Committee has been working diligently for the past year to study the advantages and disadvantages of transitioning to a City. To view their findings, please click on the link below.
There will be a public information presentation for Monday, June 5th at Park Place at 6pm.

Download a File:

City Feasibility Study (PDF)

Village Boat Launch - New Dock

The Village of Pentwater is happy to announce the New Dock at the Boat Launch on Lake Street is in the water and looking great!
We would like to thank Adams Marine Construction for their excellent work!

Village Green Web Cams

Web Camera UPDATE: The Webcams are currently under Wi-Fi upgrades and may be intermittent at this time.

New webcams, brought to you by the Downtown Development Authority, have been installed on the Village Green for your viewing pleasure.

Watch live streams from two different angles, view the blue skies, beautiful water and wonderful atmosphere that Pentwater has to offer. To enjoy the views of the Village Green, please visit our web cams below.

Village Green Web Cam Water View

Village Green Web Cam Street View