The Village of Pentwater, Michigan

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Welcome to the Community Corner!

In an effort of transparency and inclusivity, the Village Manager, Rachel Witherspoon has implemented a Community Newsletter to share important messages and upcoming activity in the Village.

To view the newsletter, please click on the link below.

Download a File:

Community Newsletter - December (PDF)

Community Newsletter - November (PDF)

Dredging: Letter Writing Campaign

While the USACE has not allocated any funding in 2025 for dredging of the Pentwater channel, the water levels are rapidly decreasing and the need for dredging is becoming crucial. We encourage you to join us in using the template below to write a letter requesting funding from Pentwater's Federal representatives.

The Pentwater channel is a crucial aspect of the Village's economy and we hope with your help it can be remain fully utilized through the 2025 season!

Download a File:

Federal Representative Contacts (MS Word)

Letter Template (MS Word)

Channel View Web Cam

The Pentwater Yacht Club has installed a camera with a great view of the Channel. Click on the link below to check it out!

Visit Online:

Pentwater Yacht Club - Channel Cam

Village Green Web Cams

Web Camera 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

Village Committee of the Whole - Broadcasting Link

Monday, January 27, 2025 @ 6 P.M.
Location: Park Place Meeting Center
310 N. Rush St.

Topic: Council Committee of the Whole
Time: Jan 27, 2025, 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85331710341?pwd=aI0hl3kV9OYt16k1An8m3qQsbI7ZjC.1

Meeting ID: 853 3171 0341
Passcode: 962620

Download a File:

Committee of the Whole Agenda (PDF)

Planning Commission Meeting - Cancelled

The Planning Commission meeting for January 28th has been cancelled due to lack of agenda.

Notice of Road Closures

Due to the upcoming water project and boaring, the follow roads will be closed.
Green Street (no through traffic)
Bridge Street (no through traffic)
Channel Lane between Mears Street and Bridge Street (no through traffic)

For any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Village Office. 231-869-8301

Notice of Construction

This notice is to advise you that construction will commence on or about, January 24, 2025, or within the next 14 days. The Village has contracted with Hallack Contracting and Gustafson HDD to construct water system improvements, funded through the State of Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Many of you may be aware of this project through the number of Public Meetings that have been held regarding this project, beginning in May 2023.

For mapping, additional information and contact information, please click on the link below.

Download a File:

Notice of Construction (PDF)

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