City residents have access a variety of services through the City, Eaton and surrounding counties, and the State. If you do not find the service you are looking for or need additional services, please dial 211.
Barry-Eaton District Health DepartmentThe Barry-Eaton District Health Department offers:
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Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing PermitsThe Building Department enforces the City’s Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes. The following permit applications are available:
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Capital Area Community ServicesThe Capital Area Community Services works to eliminate the causes and conditions of poverty in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton and Shiawassee counties. They offer help with:
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Child Abuse Prevention Council of Eaton CountyThe Child Abuse Prevention Council works to prevent child abuse and neglect through education, collaboration and advocacy. They raise public awareness about abuse and neglect through child abuse prevention education programs, community events and with the help of area businesses, human services organizations, schools, law enforcement and community members at-large. |
Composting and Yard WasteThe Grand Ledge / Oneida Composting Center is located on Whitney St. behind Oakwood Cemetery. City and Township residents can drop off limbs, branches, unbagged leaves, grass clippings and other yard waste for composting. Mulch and compost is available for use in home landscaping and gardens. The Composting Center is open Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Dog LicensesAll Eaton County residents are required to license their dogs four months or older. A current rabies vaccination certificate from a licensed Michigan veterinarian is required in order to license dogs. There is no reciprocity for out of state dog licenses, however, dog licenses from other Michigan counties are recognized. The City offers dog licenses to all Eaton County residents at City Hall, 200 E. Jefferson St., from December 1 through February 28. After February 28, dog licenses are available at Eaton County Animal Control. 2010 Fees: Spayed/neutered dogs $10.00 |
Grand Ledge Emergency Assistance ProgramThe Grand Ledge Emergency Assistance Program was initiated by area clergy in the 1970s to help people through emergencies. The group provide funds to help with utility bills, doctor visits, food and medicine. They also coordinate a yearly effort to deliver Christmas food baskets to the needy. For information, contact Reverend William Amundsen at (517) 627-3256. |
Housing Services for Eaton CountyHousing Services for Eaton County is a non-profit, grant funded agency which provides homelessness assistance, rental subsidies for people with disabilities, first time home buyer’s down-payment assistance, housing search assistance, extended services case management for the homeless, rental rehabilitation, supportive housing to the chronically homeless, and homelessness prevention services. |
Office for Young ChildrenThe Office for Young Children is an early care and education resource and professional development agency that provides free referrals to community agencies, free personal consultation and support services to parents, financial assistance information, training and professional development opportunities, and consultation and support services to child care professionals. |
Parks and RecreationVisitors and residents alike can take advantage of the numerous recreation opportunities at the various City and area parks, and through other recreation venues and programs. |
Property Tax and Assessment InformationThe following property tax and assessment information for property located in the City of Grand Ledge is available online at no cost:
The information provided through this website may not be current as there is a 24-hour delay in uploading the data to the website. Only tax payments made to the City of Grand Ledge are included in the website data. Tax payments made to Eaton County are not included in the website data. Please contact the City Assessor at (517) 323-8520 or via e-mail with any questions or concerns, or to report any incorrect information. |
Recycling and Resource RecoveryThe Grand Ledge / Oneida Recycling Center is located on Whitney St. behind Oakwood Cemetery. It is open every day and there are attendants available on Saturdays. The following materials are accepted:
Eaton County Resource Recovery organizes collection events each year to accommodate the proper disposal of wastes such as household hazardous waste, electronics, scrap tires, books and more. Year-round programs include collection points for household batteries, cell phones, mercury thermometers and cooking oil. The Freon Recovery Credit Program and a Medical Sharps Mail-Back Program are also available. |
SeniorsArea senior citizens meet at the Scout Building, 525 E. River St., on Tuesdays and Thursdays for lunch, and for social gatherings. For more information on senior activities, call Jean Tomlinson at (517) 626-6709 or Stanley Baxter at (517) 622-1737. |
SIREN/Eaton ShelterThe SIREN/Eaton Shelter promotes the elimination of domestic violence and homelessness by providing temporary housing, support, advocacy, education and information to the Eaton County community. SIREN/Eaton Shelter provides a confidential, 24-hour domestic violence crisis line, emergency shelter and transitional housing, supportive counseling, weekly support/education group for adults and children who have experienced family violence, and information and referrals to needed resources. |
UtilitiesThe City of Grand Ledge provides water and sanitary sewer service for its residents. The Utility Billing Department calculates fees based on usage and bills quarterly. The following forms may be mailed to or dropped off at City Hall, 200 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge MI 48837:
Following are other utility providers in the City:
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Youth Enrichment ServicesThe Youth Enrichment Services (YES) Center offers a variety of programs for youth and families living in the Grand Ledge community, from an after-school teen drop-in program to a parenting support workshop for parents of teens, to tutoring and leadership programs. |