Announcements
Secretary of State Mobile Office Coming to Michigamme: On May 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. the Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office will be at the Township’s Community Building. The mobile office will be able to assist residents who need to renew driver’s license, renew license plate and vehicle tabs, transfer titles, getting a first-time or renewing a disability parking placard, no-fee state Ids, etc. We ask residents to either call or stop by the office to set up an appointment. Direct all questions to the Township.
FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget: The Michigamme Township’s final, approved budget for the fiscal year covering April 1, 2025-March 31, 2026, was approved March 27, 2025. For details, click on each funds attachment (General, Fire & EMS, Community Building, Sewer, Road, DDA).
Property Tax Collection: Beginning March 1, 2025, all property taxes must be paid at the County. For more information, go to Taxes for Michigamme Township Michigan.
Notice: Seasonal Load and Speed Restrictions: The Marquette County Road Commission began imposing and enforcing seasonal load and speed restrictions on all roads and streets under its jurisdiction. Restrictions apply to all motorized vehicles and loads. Normal legal loads are permitted on all roads designated as “All Season.”
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!! Michigamme Spurr 4th of July Council: Michigamme Township is looking for community members interested in being a part of the July 4th Council. We are in desperate need of new members. If new members don’t take over, this LONG-STANDING celebration will not be able to continue. The previous organizers are willing to guide new members. Your commitment will help ensure we keep the fireworks show on Lake Michigamme tradition. If you are interested, please stop by the township, or give us a call at 906-323-6608.
Events and Hours of Operation
Foot Care Clinic: On the second Thursday of every even month during the year, there is a foot care clinic available to all located in the Community Building Card Room.
Township Office Winter Hours: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Monday-Thursday
Library Winter Hours: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Workout Room: The Community Building is open Monday-Thursday for residents to access the workout room at your leisure when the building is staffed.
Other News
2025 Michigamme Township Meeting Dates: Here is the 2025 meeting schedule for all boards, commissions, and departments. Copies can be picked up at the Township Office.
2025 Garbage & Recycling Schedule: Here is the 2025 pick-up dates for garbage and recycling. Garbage pickup has an earlier start time, so have your bins out by 6:00 AM Thursday mornings. Copies of the schedule can be picked up at the Township Office.
Press Release: Michigamme Township has been awarded a Community Energy Management (CEM) Grant through Michigan’s Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE).
Public Notice: Surveillance cameras have been installed in Township Buildings.
2024 Newsletter and Calendar: Check out the latest news and events in the Michigamme community in this year’s newsletter. If you currently get your newsletter mailed to you but you would prefer an electronic copy to help save the township a little money, send an email to recep@michigammetownship.com and put “Newsletter Email” as the subject.
Assessor Info: The Assessing Department would like to remind residents that fieldwork throughout the Township is ongoing. The Township Assessor may need to enter your property to gather information and verify dimensions, but they will never need to enter any structure. If you recently purchased your property or built a structure, please expect a site visit or inspection. The best way to get a hold of Justin is by email, assessormichigamme@gmail.com. Or you can call him at 906-396-5429.
Thank you, donors: The Michigamme community greatly appreciates all the donations it receives. To better ensure that your donation gets to the right organization, please make out the check to the “Friends of the Michigamme Community” and/or “Michigamme Spurr 4th of July Council.” This will ensure your check will be tax exempt and you will also receive a receipt for your donation. Again, thank you and know that your donation helps support these great organizations so they can sponsor events throughout the year!
Lost and Found: All items that are found in the Community Building or other township property are brought to the office. If you think you’ve left something behind, please either stop by or call to see if we have it. The number to call is 906-323-6608.
Ishpeming Senior Center: The Ishpeming Senior Center serves people 60 and over in our township too! Services and programs are available to assist seniors in living independently including homemaking, healthy meals, rides to doctor appointments, financial assistance, and much more! For more information go to http://mobile.gicoaseniors.org
Notice: Michigamme Township would like to remind residents to call 811 Miss Dig before doing any digging to reduce the chances of hitting gas lines – Flyer
Senior Meals are in-person. Please let Nancy (906-869-1557) or Bill (906-201-4727) know before Thursday of the prior week if you want a meal.