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Village of Lake Odessa Citizen Guide to Finances
Governor Snyder has introduced new financial transparency requirements for local governments. The Village of Lake Odessa has created a visual snapshot of how taxpayers dollars are being used that can be viewed by clicking on the Munetrix link shown.
If you have any questions, call the Village Manager at 616-374-7110 x 103 or send him an email at manager@lakeodessa.org. |
Lake Odessa is a growing community situated between Lansing and Grand Rapids. We are a village that values our past, cherishes our present and works together to thoughtfully plan for the future.
Snow and Ice Removal on Sidewalks
Please help us keep our pedestrians safe in the Village of Lake Odessa. Residents (the owner and/or the occupant) are responsible for removing snow. Snow should be removed within 24 hours and ice should be removed within 12 hours of being formed. Many children walk to and from school and if your sidewalk isn’t shoveled , the children end up walking in the road which is UNSAFE. Please keep your sidewalks free from snow and ice during the winter months.
If you have a fire hydrant on or near your property, please clear the snow away from the hydrant so it remains visible. Freezing Water Lines WarningThere are growing concerns that some residents’ water service lines could freeze due to the long cold winter. We are hopeful we are through the coldest part of the winter and the long term weather forecast has some warmer weather projected. However, the frost could still be driven down and cause water lines to freeze.
The Village’s water mains that run parallel with the street are buried deep enough to prevent freezing. However, the homeowner’s service line may or may not be buried deep enough to withstand the sub-zero temperatures we have had. In the event a resident experiences a frozen service line, the Village will work with the homeowner to determine if any part of the service line before the shutoff valve is part of the frozen section. The American Red Cross has recommended the following tips to prevent and thaw frozen pipes: During Cold Weather, Take Preventative Action Keep garage doors closed if there are water supply lines in the garage. Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. Be sure to move any harmful cleaners and household chemicals up out of the reach of children. When the weather is very cold outside, let the cold water drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe - even at a trickle - helps prevent pipes from freezing. Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature both during the day and at night. By temporarily suspending the use of lower nighttime temperatures, you may incur a higher heating bill, but you can prevent a much more costly repair job if pipes freeze and burst. If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55° F. To Thaw Frozen Pipes If you turn on a faucet and only a trickle comes out, suspect a frozen pipe. Likely places for frozen pipes include against exterior walls or where your water service enters your home through the foundation. Keep the faucet open. As you treat the frozen pipe and the frozen area begins to melt, water will begin to flow through the frozen area. Running water through the pipe will help melt ice in the pipe. Apply heat to the section of pipe using an electric heating pad wrapped around the pipe, an electric hair dryer, a portable space heater (kept away from flammable materials), or by wrapping pipes with towels soaked in hot water. Do not use a blowtorch, kerosene or propane heater, charcoal stove, or other open flame device. Apply heat until full water pressure is restored. If you are unable to locate the frozen area, if the frozen area is not accessible, or if you cannot thaw the pipe, call a licensed plumber. Check all other faucets in your home to find out if you have additional frozen pipes. If one pipe freezes, others may freeze, too. If you have any questions regarding frozen water pipes please contact Tom Pollock, D.P.W. Superintendent at (616) 374-7228. Reminder
No parking on village streets from November 1 to April 1 between the hours of 2:00am and 6:00am.
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The Village of Lake Odessa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination
on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.
on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.
