The Village of Pentwater, Michigan

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

Village Leaf Pickup

Leaf Pickup in the Village will begin Monday, May 2nd weather permitting in Zone 1. Days of operation and Zones will be located on the running banner at the top of the page.
To view the Leaf Pickup Zone Map, please click on the link below.

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Leaf Pickup Zone Map (PDF)

Spray Field Bid - May 23rd

The Village of Pentwater is accepting sealed bids for annual rent of a parcel of property. It is approximately 40 acres to be used for crop planting, location is the DPW Spray Fields.

Sealed Bids are due by Monday, May 23rd at Noon, bids can be dropped off at Pentwater Village Hall.

Pentwater Village Hall
65 S. Hancock St.
Pentwater, MI 49449

Please direct questions to the Village Manager, Chris Brown, cbrown@pentwatervillage.org or call 231-869-8301 Ext. 1.

Hydrant Flushing

Hydrant Flushing will begin Monday, May 23rd. Hydrant flushing is an annual procedure that is a part of the general maintenance of the Village's water distribution system. It helps maintain the Village's water quality and clarity by clearing out mineral deposits and iron from the water mains, as well as ensure adequate water flow for residents and businesses.

Job Opening - Planning & Zoning Administrator

The Village of Pentwater is seeking to hire a part-time Planning/Zoning Administrator.

Salary Range: $20,000 to $25,000, DOQ, with a limited benefits packet.

This is a high-level professional position within the Planning/Zoning Department. Under the supervision of the Village Manager, this position is responsible for a wide-range of planning and zoning initiatives, ranging from day-to-day operations to long-term strategic planning projects.

Responsibilities

Serves as an information source to the public, governmental agencies, and developers regarding planning and community development efforts, land use, zoning ordinance, program implementation and other information as may be appropriate.
Reviews land development proposals to ensure land is developed and used in accordance with zoning ordinance, planning policies and the Master Plan.
Serves as staff liaison for the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Urban or Regional Planning or equivalent and at least five years of experience in municipal planning.
Must have valid Michigan driver’s license
Limited Benefits Package (negotiable)
Health insurance (plans with low cost to employee)
Life Insurance
Generous paid time off

For a full job description, please click on the attached document below.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and résumé to Christopher Brown, Village Manager cbrown@pentwatervillage.org

The position will remain open until filled.

The Village of Pentwater, MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Planning & Zoning Administrator Job Description (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 2020 Water Quality Report, please click on the link below.

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2020 Water Quality Report (PDF)

Village of Pentwater Performance Dashboard

Each municipality has an online performance dashboard that shows the Fiscal Stability, Public Safety, Economic Strength, and Quality of Life of their respective community. To view the Village of Pentwater's performance dashboard, please click on the link below.

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Village Performance Dashboard

Channel Dredging Update

The Village of Pentwater is happy to announce that funding has been secured for the Channel Dredging. We received funds from the following contributors.

Village of Pentwater - $30,000
Anonymous Donor - $30,000
Community Foundation Fund - $23,000
Oceana County ARPA Funds - $20,000

We are currently in negotiations with contractors to get the dredging scheduled as soon as possible.
We would like to thank the County Board of Commissioners, the Oceana County Community Foundation and the contributors to the Foundation funds, our Anonymous Donor, and all the citizens who helped push this through. We look forward to another great season on the water!

Public Safety Officers Openings

Pentwater Police Department is accepting applications for Public Safety Officers.

Successful applicants should be at least 18 years old, have a valid Michigan Drivers License, and have an interest in Law Enforcement. Applicant must submit to a background investigation.

Applicants should have excellent references and possess good communication skills.
The application deadline is May 30, 2022.

For more information about the position and a job application, please click on the links below.

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Public Safety Officer Information (PDF)

Job Application Form (PDF)

Pentwater Public Arts - Sculpture Walk 2022

The Pentwater Arts Council in partnership with the Village of Pentwater DDA are proud to announce Pentwater Public Arts/Sculpture Walk 2022. Sculpture Walk 2022 will feature five sculptures to be installed in prominent locations in downtown Pentwater. Sculptures will be selected by a jury of professional artists and art educators. The displays will be up from June 1st - October 15th.

"Jurors' Choice" and "Peoples' Choice" awards will be presented. All sculptures will be available to purchase. It is the hope of the organizing committee that donations will allow at least one sculpture to permanently enhance downtown Pentwater. All submissions must be appropriate for people of all ages, and reflect our Pentwater community and surroundings. An artist's reception is being planned for October 15th. The event will repeat in 2023 and 2024 will additional locations designated for sculptures.

Affordable Connectivity Program

The White House and FCC announced that 10 million households are now enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program. The ACP provides connections for telehealth services, distance learning, economic development, government benefits and services, and civic engagement with local, state, and and national elected and appointed leaders. The FCC will continue its work to ensure that qualifying households know how to enroll. Below you will find a document that discusses 10 ways to connection communities with the ACP.

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Affordable Connectivity Program Tips (PDF)

Village Green Web Cams

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