FAQ

Welcome to the Village of Ontonagon’s “frequently asked questions” page. This page serves as a collection of all FAQ for our Village.

Administration & Finance

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Village Office is CLOSED each Wednesday

2nd & 4th Monday @ https://storage.googleapis.com/juniper-media-library/153/2024/11

Village Council Chambers – 315 Quartz Street

Around the 10th day of the month

From the 20th to the 20th of each month

Yes, an application needs to be completed and auto pay will begin after the completed application is received. Auto pay payments are done on the due date of each month.

No, simply complete the auto pay application and funds can be withdrawn from your existing checking or savings account.

Yes – see Home Page on Web Site

Property taxes are mailed the beginning of July each year. Property taxes are due by September 14th. After September 14th the Village tax roll is turned over to the County Treasurer for collection.

COMING SOON, in office credit card machine. Link for online payment coming soon.

Building Codes

Always check with the Village before completing any work

Yes, a fence permit is available online or in the Village Office.

Yes, always check with the Village Office before completing work.

Yes

Applications are available at the village office or you can go the State of Michigan website bureau of construction codes; you may also contact the State Building Inspector -

Daniel Grochowski

Cell: (906) 235-2592

Office: (517) 241-9317

Marina

Located on the east side of the Ontonagon River

May 15 – October 15

Yes

Rates are set by the Marina Commission to comply with DNR and State Waterways Commission fee criteria. See Marina tab under "Parks" for pricing.

Fire Department

The Fire Chief (906) 884-2131. Leave a message and they will return your call.

Contact the Fire Hall at (906) 884-2131 and leave a message. They will return your call.

Contact our department (906) 884-2131 and provide the incident date and address.

Refer to the Village Burning Ordinance

Yes, with permission from the fire department, contact the department for fees. Fines will be assessed without obtaining permission.

Public Works

Yes, refer to ordinances

No, this is prohibited by Village ordinance. Residents may be held liable for any accidents caused by shoveling snow into the roadway.

If the Village was responsible for mailbox damage, call the Village Office (906) 884-2305 to submit a service request.

Call the Village Office to submit a request (906) 884-2305.

Call the Village Office (906) 884-2305 to notify them of the problem.

Call the Village Office (906) 884-2305 to make a service request.

Call the Village Office (906) 884-2305 for a billing change.

Call the Village Office to schedule a work order (906) 884-2305.

Sediment in the water pipes can be knocked loose during either a water main repair, hydrant flushing, or heavy equipment working nearby causing ground vibrations. This can cause the water to turn a shade of brown. To alleviate this problem you should run any faucet in your house that does not have a filtration screen until the water is clear. If the problem doesn't clear, please notify the Village Office (906) 884-2305.

YES, always call Miss Dig before you dig. Call 811 or go online to elocate.misdig811.org.

These flags represent the utilities located under ground Orange = Phone; Red=Electric; Green=Sewer; Yellow=Gas; Blue=Water

Administration & Finance

What are the Village Office hours?

How often does the Village Council meet?

Where are the Village Council Meetings held?

When are the water meters read?

What are the water billing cycle dates?

Does the Village offer auto pay for water bills?

Do I have to bank locally or set up a special account for water auto pay?

Does the Village accept credit or debit cards?

Do I have to be a Village resident to be employed with the Village of Ontonagon?

When does the Village mail their property taxes?

Is auto pay offered for paying Village Taxes?

Building Codes

Do I need a building permit if I am doing the work myself?

Do I need a building permit to construct a fence?

Do I need a building permit to re-roof or re-side my house?

Do I need a building permit to construct a deck?

Where do I get a building permit?

Marina

Where is the Village Marina located?

How many slips does the Village Marina offer?

When does the marina open for the season?

Does the Village Marina have restroom and shower facilities?

Does the Village Marina offer launch services for boats in the dry and open boat storage areas?

Does the Village Marina have a fuel dock?

Do you have a fish cleaning station?

What is the cost for a marina berth?

Fire Department

Whom do I call for a burning permit?

Does the Fire Department dispose of old paint, cleaners, and other hazardous materials?

How can I become a firefighter for the Village of Ontonagon?

How do I obtain a copy of a fire report?

Can I have an outdoor fire, other than a grill?

Can I use a fire hydrant to fill a pool?

Public Works

Does the Village have a winter parking ordinance?

May I push snow from my driveway into the streets?

My mailbox was knocked down by the Village snowplow. Who fixes it?

There are potholes on my street. Who will fix them?

What do I do if my street light is out?

I have a loose or hanging tree limb. What do I do?

I just moved to Ontonagon, how do I get water service in my name?

Who do I call if my water meter isn’t working?

What do I do if I have rusty/discolored water after a main break repair or hydrant flushing?

I am going to dig in my yard. Do I need to call Miss Dig System?

There are different colored flags in my yard. Why are they there, and what do they mean?