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 NOTICESCONSTRUCTION UPDATES
Water & Sewer E-Bill OptionThe 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.
|
Employment Opportunity - Chief of PoliceThe Village of Lake Odessa (pop. 2,018) is seeking candidates to apply for a full-time, working position of Police Chief.
Lake Odessa is a progressive, full-service community in southern Ionia County. The Police Chief will manage 1-3 full-time officers (including the Chief) and possibly 1-2 part-time officers. We are looking for candidates that have a strong law enforcement background and track record of community orientated initiatives, staff development and commitment to providing high-quality customer service. A preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field and/or five or more years of progressively more responsible experience in patrol and command positions, strong oral and written communications skills, and a demonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage. MCOLES certification is required. Full-time, estimated $45,000 - $65,000 DOQ/E Please submit cover letter, resume, salary history, and 3 professional references by July 3, 2018 by 5:00pm by e-mail to manager@lakeodessa.org. Questions can be directed to the Village Manager, Julie Salman, 616-374-8698. Public Notice - Election InformationVillage candidates who wish to seek office at the November general election file must file an Affidavit of Identity, Statement of Organization Form and a Non-Partisan Nominating Petition by July 24, 2018, 4:00pm to Township Clerk Lisa K. Williams at township office, 3862 Laurel Drive or Township Deputy Clerk, Pearl Goodemoot at 839 Fourth Avenue. Forms are available at both the Township office and at the Page Memorial Building.
(Act 116 of 1954, Ch. 168 Sec. 381) Pearl Goodemoot, Village Clerk / Treasurer Village of Lake Odessa Janie Rodriguez AwardEach year the Village of Lake Odessa presents an award to an outstanding citizen and community volunteer, entitled the “Janie Rodriguez Award.” This will be the Village’s 28th year in presenting this coveted award.
The winner of the award will be chosen from the Lake Odessa Area. The winner will have been nominated by an individual or group who submits a brief personal profile using the given criteria below which also includes an explanation why the individual deserves this award. Criteria for selecting a winner is based on the way Janie lived her life, and values she placed upon faith, family, friends, and community. The nominee should be a caring, giving, loving, community-minded person who often places others needs before their own. The winner of this award is a person who goes above and beyond the call of duty in the spirit of giving, in the spirit of Janie Rodriguez. This award will be presented to the new winner during Depot Day, July 26, 2018. The winner will receive a plaque as a keepsake, and have their name engraved in a permanent plaque which is displayed in the Page Memorial Building. The winner will also serve on the Janie Rodriguez Committee to take part in the selection process of future award winners. Nomination applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on June 13, 2018, at the Page Memorial Building, 839 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. For a nomination application click here or please stop by or call the village office at 839 Fourth Avenue. Campfires and BurningBrush and Yard Waste Policy and ScheduleThe 2018 Brush and Yard Waste Policy is available on our Department of Public Works page by clicking here.
Ionia County Household Hazardous Waste Collections for 2018The Ionia County Conservation District hosts household hazardous waste collection sites for all Ionia County residents. Below is information for the 2018 Program.
Household Hazardous Waste includes: home dyes, printer cartridges, aerosols, dry & wet cell batteries, dry cleaning agents, household cleaners, elemental mercury, devices containing mercury, pesticides (ant, insect, rodent, repellants), weed killer, pet spray, pet dip, pet collars, wood preservatives, creosote, cutting oil, glues, mineral spirits, naphtha, rust remover, turpentine, fiberglass epoxy, gun cleaning solvents, paint brush cleaners, polyurethane coatings, wood stains, photographic chemicals, artist paints and mediums, pool chemicals, auto fluids (oils, solvents, cleaners, and compressed gas cylinders 2lbs or less, oil base paints, varnish, stain, paint thinner, stripper, caulk, adhesives, fluorescent light bulbs. Sept 22, 2018 - 8:00 am - 12:00pm, Ionia - 303 S Jackson St., Ionia, MI New Wellhead Protection Page and Thirstin's Water Education Page
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 here.
In accordance with Public Act 202 of 2017, all units of government that have a retirement system or retiree health care system must file reports to the Michigan Department of Treasury annually. The Retirement System Annual Report for 2017 is available for inspection by clicking here. If you have any questions, call the Treasurer at 616-374-7110 x 103 or send her an email at treasurer@lakeodessa.org. Title VI PlanAs 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.
|
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.