Presque Isle Park, Peter White Drive Closure

Walking hours for the seasonal portion of Peter White Drive in Presque Isle Park will be extended on Thursday, October 9 until 6:00 p.m. for a Marquette Area Public Schools Cross Country meet. The gate for vehicular traffic on the loop will open at 6:00 p.m.

The public is advised of expected congestion at the park during this event.

Fire Prevention Week - Firetruck Static Display

The Marquette City Fire Department is hosting a series of events in support of this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, including Firetruck Static Display on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 11 a.m. (with a rain date of October 11) with a parade at 12:30 p.m.

The Static Display will take place at Harlow Park on Bluff Street with the parade on Washington Street from Seventh Street to McClellan Ave.

The event will feature fire trucks, rescue vehicles and Sparky the dog.

Board of Zoning Appeals Special Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a special meeting on October 23, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Room 103 at the Municipal Service Center located at 1100 Wright Street to hear the following request:

• 04-VAR-10-25 – 401 W. Washington St. (PIN: 0220130): 401 W. Washington St, LLC is seeking a 25-ft curb cut and driveway separation variance and a 4.49-ftrear yard variance from the City of Marquette Land Development Code to allow a driveway that does not have a separation between the adjacent curb cut and driveway and a three-story building with a lower-level parking garage that is proposed to not meet the 5-ft setback from the rear lot line requirement at 401 W. Washington St

Marquette City Manager Community Office Hours

Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will hold her next community office hours on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Shiras Room, on the top level of Peter White Public Library (Front Street side).  The meeting is intended to provide an informal opportunity to discuss issues within the community, and to give citizens the opportunity for direct dialogue with City staff about interests and concerns.

Fire Prevention Week

The theme for Fire Prevention Week™, October 5–11, 2025, is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

From phones to power tools Marquette City Fire Department urges residents to know the risks of lithium-ion batteries. October 1, 2025 the Marquette City Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) for more than 100 years — to promote this year’s FPW campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” It highlights how important it is to buy, charge, and recycle lithium-ion batteries safely.

Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys, to name just a few — are powered by lithium-ion batteries. In fact, most everything that’s rechargeable uses this type of battery.

If not used correctly or if damaged, lithium-ion batteries can overheat, start a fire, or even explode. To reduce these risks, look around your home — it’s important to know which devices are powered by them. “Lithium-ion batteries are powerful, convenient, and they’re just about everywhere.” This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign helps people understand the importance of using these batteries correctly to prevent fires in the home and to follow the Buy, Charge, and Recycle Safely approach.”

Buy only listed products.

  • When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery, take time to research it. Look for a stamp from a nationally recognized testing lab on the packaging and product, which means that it meets important safety standards.
  • Many products sold online and in stores may not meet safety standards and could increase the risk of fire.

Charge devices safely.

  • Always use the cords that came with the product to charge it. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer.
  • If you need a new charger, buy one from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved.
  • Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t charge it under a pillow, on a bed, or on a couch. This could cause a fire.
  • Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.

Recycle batteries responsibly.

  • Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could catch fire.
  • Recycling your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location is the best way to dispose of them. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.

The Marquette City Fire department encourages all residents to be aware of their devices, follow the Buy, Charge, and Recycle Safely approach, and support this year’s FPW theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™.”

The Marquette City Fire Department is hosting a series of events in support of this year’s FPW campaign, including Firetruck Static Display on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 11 a.m. (with a rain date of October 11) with a parade at 12:30 p.m.

To find out more about FPW programs and activities in Marquette, please contact the Marquette City Fire Department at 906-225-8936. For more information about Fire Prevention Week and lithium-ion battery safety, visit fpw.org.

Marquette Senior High School Homecoming Parade

On Friday, September 26, beginning at 5:30 p.m. and continuing through approximately 6:30 p.m., the Marquette Senior High School will be holding their annual homecoming parade.

The parade will begin at the Graveraet School, exit west east on Hewitt Avenue to Third Street, proceed north on Third Street to Magnetic Street, then west on Magnetic Street to Lincoln Avenue, then north on Lincoln Avenue to College Avenue, and then west to MSHS High School parking lot

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Elections/Ballot Questions: 

+1 906-228-0430

City Hall:

+1 906-228-0435

300 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette, MI 49855

Municipal Service Center:

+1 906-228-0444

1100 Wright St., Marquette, MI 49855

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+1 906-228-0465

 

Hours

City Hall:

M-F: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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M-F: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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