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The Academy Park pavilion
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Village office hours
May 2026 office hours Wednesday, May 6 and 13, 10 am- 3 pm Thursday, May 21 and 28 10 am - 3 pm or email for an appointment [email protected] |
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Notices:
COUNCIL MEETINGS
First Monday of every month at 6:00 pm unless holiday,
then 2nd Monday. Meetings are held in the Village office - Current Meeting Agendas
First Monday of every month at 6:00 pm unless holiday,
then 2nd Monday. Meetings are held in the Village office - Current Meeting Agendas
ATTENTION:
Monday, May 4, 2026 Council Meeting has been moved to Monday, May 11, 2026
Monday, May 4, 2026 Council Meeting has been moved to Monday, May 11, 2026
Spring Clean Up Day: Saturday, May 16th from 8:00AM until Noon
It's time to remove items that cannot be recycled or disposed of in your trash tote. Materials left in your yard that are considered junk, as defined by the zoning ordinance, may result in violations and fines. Please note that the zoning ordinance now allows unpaid fines from citations to be assessed to the property owner as a lien on the property.
It's time to remove items that cannot be recycled or disposed of in your trash tote. Materials left in your yard that are considered junk, as defined by the zoning ordinance, may result in violations and fines. Please note that the zoning ordinance now allows unpaid fines from citations to be assessed to the property owner as a lien on the property.
We need you!
Help shape the future of our Village
The Village of Benzonia is seeking a Village Council member to fill a partial term through 2028. As a Village council member you will help set policies, approve the Village budget, pass ordinances, and make decisions about the community infrastructure.
Must be a Village resident, be able to attend Village Council meetings, serve on committees, and engage with residents about community concerns. This is to fill a partial term through 2028.
Letter of interests can be submitted via email to: [email protected] or mailed to Village of Benzonia, 1276 Michigan Ave., Benzonia, MI 49617.
For more information visit our Village Council page and scroll down to the Village of Benzonia Boards & Commissions Recruitment Guide for more information.
Help shape the future of our Village
The Village of Benzonia is seeking a Village Council member to fill a partial term through 2028. As a Village council member you will help set policies, approve the Village budget, pass ordinances, and make decisions about the community infrastructure.
Must be a Village resident, be able to attend Village Council meetings, serve on committees, and engage with residents about community concerns. This is to fill a partial term through 2028.
Letter of interests can be submitted via email to: [email protected] or mailed to Village of Benzonia, 1276 Michigan Ave., Benzonia, MI 49617.
For more information visit our Village Council page and scroll down to the Village of Benzonia Boards & Commissions Recruitment Guide for more information.
Village Planning Commission
We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals to serve on our planning commission and committees. These individuals should have the ability to make decisions, work as a part of a team, and want to be able to guide the future growth and development of our Village. The Planning Commission provides guidance to the Village Council on planning matters such as ordinances, zoning matters, and special development projects. Many of the commitments only require a few hours of service a month, but as always, it is what you want to put in!
INTERESTED
Please review the Boards & Commissions Recruitment Guide found on the Planning Commission page. Email your Application for Service to the Village Clerk at [email protected].
We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals to serve on our planning commission and committees. These individuals should have the ability to make decisions, work as a part of a team, and want to be able to guide the future growth and development of our Village. The Planning Commission provides guidance to the Village Council on planning matters such as ordinances, zoning matters, and special development projects. Many of the commitments only require a few hours of service a month, but as always, it is what you want to put in!
INTERESTED
Please review the Boards & Commissions Recruitment Guide found on the Planning Commission page. Email your Application for Service to the Village Clerk at [email protected].
PUBLIC ALERT - INVASIVE SPECIES
Please help the Village identify properties that potentially have knotweed. If you suspect a property has knotweed, please contact us, with the address, and we will check our database to make sure the property owner has received the correct notifications. Thank you for your assistance!
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Knotweed that has been found in various locations around the Village.
An excellent information resource is Japanese Knotweed (PDF). This is put out by the Michigan Department of National Resources with great information on this invasive species and best control practices. Knotweed It is not supposed to be cut, as this makes it spread even more and the root system can get so large that it will cause havoc on foundations and the most importantly the water mains. |
Photo courtesy of Jan Samanek, State Phytosanitary Administration, Bugwood.org
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Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network (ISN) 231-252-4148
ISN Invasive Knotweeds information, identification, and management>
How do I manage knotweed? A portion of the information on the ISN page
Avoid planting or spreading knotweed (it’s illegal!), monitor natural areas for signs of knotweed, and report any plants found as soon as possible. Knotweed is extremely difficult to treat; its deep root system and fragmenting abilities (it is able to sprout into a new plant from a small piece broken off the plant) make it nearly impossible to dig out; and many herbicides have proven ineffective. Consult with a professional to control this invader--contact ISN with questions.
ISN Invasive Knotweeds information, identification, and management>
How do I manage knotweed? A portion of the information on the ISN page
Avoid planting or spreading knotweed (it’s illegal!), monitor natural areas for signs of knotweed, and report any plants found as soon as possible. Knotweed is extremely difficult to treat; its deep root system and fragmenting abilities (it is able to sprout into a new plant from a small piece broken off the plant) make it nearly impossible to dig out; and many herbicides have proven ineffective. Consult with a professional to control this invader--contact ISN with questions.
- “Do Knot” cut, weed whack or mow knotweed. Knotweed is spread largely by small plant fragments; these activities can turn one plant into many.
- “Do Knot” dig out large infestations. Knotweed roots can go as much as 3m deep and are very large. Any tiny root fragment left behind can result in further growth.
- “Do Knot” put any knotweed parts in your home compost. Knotweed cannot be reliably broken down by your home compost and may grow instead.