Notice of Public HearingThe Village of Lake Odessa will hold a public hearing at its regular monthly meeting Monday, July 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. regarding the application of Community Development Block Grant Funds (C.D.B.G.) through the Michigan Economic Development (M.E.D.C.). The Application is seeking $27,500 in grant funds for the Lakewood Wastewater Treatment (L.W.A.) Plant Capacity and Loading Evaluation Study.
The study will evaluate the L.W.A.’s treatment system. The study will include an evaluation of the hydraulic, organic, solids and other pollutant loadings discharged to the wastewater plant. A complete copy of the formal application is available for inspection at the Page Memorial Building, 839 Fourth Avenue during regular business hours of 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The public hearing will provide an opportunity for all citizens to ask questions and make comments; citizens who are low to moderate income are especially encouraged to attend the public hearing. In the event citizens are not able to attend the public hearing, questions or comments can be directed either in writing or in person to Mark L. Bender, Village Manager/ L.W.A. Chairman by phone at (616) 374-7110 or in person at 839 Fourth Avenue or by e-mail at manager@lakeodessa.org. Public NoticeIn accordance with Chapter 10, Article IV of the Lake Odessa Code of Ordinances, notice is hereby given that it shall be unlawful for any person to permit weeds or grass to reach an average height of 8 inches or more on land owned by or under the possession, control or occupancy of such person within the Village of Lake Odessa, including any public right-of-way or easement.
Any person or entity in violation of Chapter 10 shall be provided with a violation notice once per calendar year. Upon receiving a violation notice, an occupant/owner shall cause weeds and grass to be cut within 72 hours, and shall thereafter maintain such vegetation at an average height of less than 8 inches for the remainder of the calendar year. Failure to cure a violation in a timely manner will cause the Village to abate the violation and charge the occupant/owner for actual costs incurred. The full text of Chapter 10, Article IV, is available for review and inspection at the Lake Odessa Village offices, 839 Page Building, Lake Odessa, MI, during regular business hours, or online at www.lakeodessa.org. Pearl Goodemoot Village Clerk |
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.
Swimming lessons will not be held today, July 28, 2014 for the safety of the children due to low air and water temperatures.
Notice of Sale - Sealed Bid AuctionThe Village of Lake Odessa is now accepting sealed bids for the following vehicles and trailer that are available for public viewing at the Department of Public Works, 1214 Jordan Lake Street.
· 1967 Chevy C-50 Truck, 32,000 plus miles, 292 6 cyl. engine, 4 speed stick, in running condition, Myers sewer jetting pump, 4 cyl. Allis Chalmers engine (none running), 3 cyl. Myers sewer jetting pump piston 50 mpg, 1,000 gallon water tank, 500ft hose reel, 19,500 GVW · 1982 Oshkosh Truck, Detroit Diesel 552 CI Engine, 39,000 plus miles, 4 speed auto, with power take-off for 80ft. – 90ft. lift unit with 2 man bucket. Needs repair. · 12ft. x 8ft. Utility trailer, tandem axle with spare tire, ready to be enclosed. Each bid must be submitted individually on an official bid form and placed in a sealed envelope marked “SEALED BID”, and received at the Village of Lake Odessa, Page Building, 839 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849, prior to the bid opening at 11:00am, Wednesday, August 13. Official bid forms are available below. Bids that are not submitted on an official bid form will NOT be considered. Late, faxed or emailed bids will NOT be considered. Vehicles and trailer will be sold as is and no warranties shall be given. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids if it is determined to be in the best interest of the Village. Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read at 11:00am, Wednesday, August 13, 2014. 
2014 Brush and Yard Waste PolicyThe 2014 Brush and Yard waste policy and schedule is available on the Department of Public Works page under the services tab. It can also be viewed by clicking here.
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. 
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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.
