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Department of Public Works (DPW)
Ernest S. Thomas, Director
DPW Phone: (616) 794-1340
DPW Manages City Infrastructure
Water, sewer, streets, parks, and cemeteries are among the DPW's many responsibilities.
The City's 2 water towers and 4 wells are capable of pumping more than 4,000 gallons a minute, and are kept running smoothly by the DPW staff. The DPW is also responsible for sewers and lift stations, streets and snow plowing, park and cemetery maintenance, and the city motor pool, including police vehicle care and maintenance.
Brush Pickup Service
Brush to be picked up must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the dates listed below, but no earlier than the 18th of the month. The total amount of brush and limbs per household must not exceed 10 cubic yards per month. This may be waived at the discretion of the Director of Public Works in cases of devastating storms.
To ensure pick-up, please locate brush in a clear area, away from any obstacles and overhead wires.
2021 Brush Pickup Schedule
April 26, May 24, June 21, July 26,
August 23, September 20, and October 25.
Call "Miss Dig"
Please remember to call MISS DIG at (800) 482-7171 before digging on your property.
Your call alerts utility companies so they can stake the location of utilities, helping you to avoid them while digging.
The utility companies can bill you for damages if they are not notified.
Interesting Facts About the City of Belding
More than 600,000,000 gallons of water are pumped annually.
Each of our water towers holds 500,000 gallons.
The City's public parks total more than 150 acres.
The City has 36 miles of streets. That's a lot of snow plowing!
Yard Waste Pickup Service
Yard waste and leaves placed in biodegradable bags will be picked up beginning April 23, 2021. Please place bags at the curb on Friday pickup days by 7:00 a.m., but no earlier than 24 hours before.
Bags must not exceed 35 pounds, and must not contain anything other than yard waste. No rocks, shingles, garbage, sticks or brush.
DEQ regulations prohibit disposing of leaves or yard waste in the river.
Yard Waste Pickup Schedule
April 23 through November 24, 2021
Loose Leaf Pickup Schedule
October 11 through November 24, 2021
Do You Have Questions About Your Water or Sewer Bill?
If you have questions regarding your water and sewer bill, or a service issue, please call City offices at (616) 794-1900, Ext. 217.
Pool Filling Discount
The City of Belding offers a pool filling discount on the sewer portion of the water bill. Please provide your name, billing address, telephone number and the two meter readings - one taken before filling the pool, and one taken after filling the pool.
Readings must be called in to 616-794-1900, Ext. 217 by May 31st to qualify for the sewer pool filling discount.
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City of Belding
120 S. Pleasant Street
Belding, Michigan 48809
Phone: (616) 794-1900
Fax: (616) 794-0091
Emergency: Phone 911
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
7:00am - 6:00pm