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.

PUBLIC NOTICES

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

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Click here to pay your water and sewer bill by credit card.
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Click here to pay your village property taxes by credit card.
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Click Here for Video/Cable Service Complaints
Behavioral Healthcare in Ionia County

Village Master Plan

The Village of Lake Odessa is in the process of updating the Master Plan.  Click here to review the Master Plan and contact Village Manager, Mark Bender at manager@lakeodessa.org with any questions or suggestions.

Utility Clerk/Administrative Assistant
Lakewood Wastewater Authority

​The Lakewood Wastewater Authority is looking for a full-time (40 hours per week), detailed oriented individual to serve in the position of Utility Clerk and Administrative Assistant. Under the direct supervision of the Lakewood Wastewater Superintendent, acts as accounts receivable/billing clerk, receptionist, greets the public, answers telephones, responds to questions as appropriate, receives cash payments, processes vendor payments and assists with payroll processing.  Must have knowledge in Microsoft Office.  Knowledge in BS&A software a plus.
 
This is a full-time position and minimum qualifications include excellent customer service skills and the ability to multi-task with multiple interruptions. For a full job description email treasurer@lakeodessa.org or visit the Page Building at 839 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI.  Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three employment related references to Lakewood Wastewater Superintendent, Doug Suntken, 839 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI  48849 or by email to manager@lakeodessa.org by September 5, 2017.

New Look to Utility Bills

There is a new look to the water/sewer bills!  The full-page bill is yellow and provides detail on water use history if you are a water customer.  Switching to a full-page billing format allows for more detail to be given about your utility bill and has a less chance of being lost or damaged in the mail.  

New Wellhead Protection Page and Thirstin's Water Education Page

The Village of Lake Odessa understands that protecting our drinking water supply is vital.  Having the support and participation of those who live, work and own businesses in the Lake Odessa area will help protect our water supply for years to come.  We invite you to review our Wellhead Protection page and join Thirstin on his water adventures!  

Village of Lake Odessa Citizen Guide to Finances

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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 here. 

If you have any questions, call the Village Manager at 616-374-7110 x 103 or send him an email at manager@lakeodessa.org. 

Title VI Plan

As of November 13, 2014, the Village of Lake Odessa has an approved Title VI Plan on file with the Michigan Department of Transportation, as required by the Federal Highway Administration.  Click here for the signed plan. 

Water & Sewer E-Bill Option

The Village of Lake Odessa (Village) and Lakewood Wastewater Authority (LWA) are now offering customers the option to have their water and sewer bills delivered to them via email.  To sign up for e-bill, please click here, or stop by the Page Building and complete an authorization form.  Questions can be directed to the Village at (616) 374-7110 or LWA at (616) 374-3264.
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.