Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will be holding her first community office after-hours on Wednesday, June 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Provisions located at 401 South Lakeshore Boulevard.  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.

The Thursday, June 1 meeting of the Marquette Board of Zoning Appeals is canceled due to lack of quorum. The next meeting will be held July 6.

Beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, June 2, S. Front Street/U.S. 41 (from Furnace St. to the round-a-bout) will be tapered down to one lane heading north for the Marquette Beautification Committee’s annual planting of petunias. The lane is expected to be open to through traffic at 3:00 p.m. 

On Saturday, June 3, starting at 6:00 a.m. the southbound lane of S. Front Street/U.S. 41 (from Jackson to Furnace) will be tapered down to one lane heading south for the planting of petunias.  All lanes are expected to be open to through traffic at 2:00 p.m. the same day.

Motorists are encouraged to slow down and use caution while traveling in this area.

The Lakeshore Parking Lot will be closed all day Thursday, June 1 for cleaning and lining striping.

If you are seeking alternative parking recommendations or have questions, please contact the Marquette DDA office.

The offices of the Marquette Board of Light & Power will be closed, Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday, the upcoming regular meeting of the Marquette City Commission will be held on Tuesday, May 30. The meeting will take place in City Commission Chambers at City Hall, and is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.

As a reminder, most City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.

City offices located at Marquette City Hall, 300 W. Baraga Avenue; the Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair Avenue; the Arts and Culture Center, 217 N. Front St. (in the Peter White Public Library); and the Municipal Service Center, 1100 Wright Street, will be moving to summer hours beginning Monday, June 5, 2023. Summer hours will continue through Labor Day.

• Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

The City of Marquette’s Water Department will begin dead end fire hydrant flushing and checking valves throughout the city.

Residents may experience a brief period of discolored water or low pressure. If discoloration happens, please run cold water for 5 to 10 minutes or until it is clear.

The City of Marquette announces the Call for Artists for Art Stroll 2023, an incredible opportunity for local artists to showcase their artwork during the City of Marquette Art Week. Beginning June 19 through June 24, Art Week will celebrate the local arts scene, and Art Stroll will make a highly anticipated return after a hiatus due to COVID. The City Office of Arts & Culture, in partnership with the Marquette Downtown Development Authority, will connect local artists with businesses in the downtown area, transforming the district into a vibrant art gallery.

Art Week will feature the highlight event, Art Stroll, which will take place on Wednesday, June 21 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. During this event, artists are invited to host receptions, demonstrations, workshops, or pop-up displays of their work, creating an immersive and interactive experience for attendees. In addition to the Art Stroll Event, artwork will be displayed throughout the downtown district from Monday, June 19 to Saturday, June 24, during regular business hours of participating locations.

To be considered for participation, artists must submit their applications by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 5. The application should include the artist's contact information, a brief artist statement, a high-resolution image of the artwork, and any other relevant details. Submissions are welcomed from artists of all ages and mediums. Artwork must be family-friendly in content. Apply via the form linked on the Art Week website or here: https://form.jotform.com/231414692351149

For more information about Art Week and to access the application form, please visit the official City of Marquette Art Week website at www.mqtcompass.com/artweek/. Questions? Please contact the City Office of Arts & Culture at 906-228-0472.

City offices located at Marquette City Hall, 300 W. Baraga Avenue; the Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair Avenue; the Arts and Culture Center, 217 N. Front St. (in the Peter White Public Library); and the Municipal Service Center, 1100 Wright Street, will be closed on Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day.  Marquette Police, Fire, and Public Works and Utilities will remain operational during this time.

There will be no change in garbage pickup for City residents.