4th of July Holiday Hours and Firework Safety Reminders

City offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025.

A person may only discharge or use consumer fireworks on private property on June 29 – July 5 from 11 a.m. – 11:45 p.m.

Individuals should not ignite, discharge, or use consumer fireworks, homemade fireworks, pyrotechnics or display fireworks on public property, school property, church property, or the property of another person without permission to do so.

Violations shall be punishable with fines of $500 up to $1,000.

Additionally, a minor shall not possess, ignite, discharge, or use consumer fireworks. Fireworks shall not be used while a person is under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or during times when a burning ban has been established by the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, MI. For a list of burning restrictions by county, visit http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/.

Safety Tips

For those planning on discharging fireworks this July Fourth holiday, please follow the City regulations as stated above, and practice these safety tips:

1. Read and follow all warnings and instructions.

2. Never allow children to play with fireworks of any kind.

3. Wear protective clothing, including eyewear.

4. Only light devices on smooth, flat surfaces away from residential areas, dry leaves, and flammable materials.

5. Always keep a hose or bucket of water nearby in case of malfunction.

6. Never try to light fireworks that have not fully functioned.

The best way to protect your family is to avoid the use of fireworks at home entirely.

Truck Crosses Pickard Hits a Tree – No Injuries

On June 10, 2025, at 12:23 p.m. officers from the Mt. Pleasant Police Department were dispatched to a truck that hit a tree in the 900 block of Pickard Street, near the Mission and Pickard intersection.

A Chevrolet Silverado truck was initially in the McDonald’s drive thru. The driver became incapacitated and rear-ended two cars who were ahead of the truck in the drive-thru lane. The truck then traveled over the curb, across Pickard Street and stopped when it struck a tree on the north side of the street. The tree then fell causing damage to two parked cars.

The driver of the vehicle, a 35-year-old male from Shepherd, was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. No other individuals were injured.

This accident remains under investigation.

The Mt. Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Michigan State Police, Mobile Medical Response, Isabella County Central Dispatch, and the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department.

MPPD Security Camera Database Program

The Mt. Pleasant Police Department (MPPD) has developed a security camera database program and requests your assistance in this matter.

This database includes a list of businesses/private residences that have security cameras and would be willing to share their camera footage if an incident occurs. Participation in this program does not give the MPPD 24/7 access to cameras. Access would only be obtained after the MPPD contacts you directly.

Being proactive and collecting this vital information now will prove helpful in future investigations, where time is of the essence.

Authorization:

Cameras are not monitored by the MPPD.
You will be contacted by the MPPD if access to your camera is needed.
Camera footage obtained may be used as evidence.
Camera footage may be released to the public for suspect identification purposes.
This is a volunteer-based program, and you can stop participating at any time.
By submitting the authorization form located at www.mt-pleasant.org/camera you agree to the above information and wish to participate in this program.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

Questions? Contact MPPD’s Public Information Officer at (989) 779-5145.

No Injuries in Lexington Ridge Apartment Fire

On April 19, 2025, at 7:32 a.m. the Mount Pleasant Fire Department (MPFD) responded to a fire at Lexington Ridge Apartments, 3700 E. Deerfield Rd. in Union Township.

Upon arrival, firefighters located a small fire inside a wall and in the attic of the two-story apartment building. The fire was quickly brought under control.

The building sustained smoke, fire, and water damage. The tenants of two units were displaced.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

No injuries were reported.

The Mt. Pleasant Fire Department was assisted by Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Fire Department, Isabella County Central Dispatch and the American Red Cross.

Fire at Edgewood Apartments

On March 25, 2025, at 4:50 a.m. the Mount Pleasant Fire Department (MPFD) responded to a structure fire at Edgewood Apartments located within the city limits.

Upon arrival, crews observed smoke and fire coming from the rear of the three-story apartment building. The building sustained smoke and fire damage.

No injuries were reported. Apartment occupants were alerted by smoke alarms and exited safely.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The Mt. Pleasant Fire Department was assisted by Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Fire Department, Mt. Pleasant Police Department, Michigan State Police, and Isabella County Central Dispatch.

UPDATE: (2/15/2025 at 3 p.m.) The Snow Emergency has been cancelled.

UPDATE: (2/15/2025 at 3 p.m.) – The Snow Emergency has been cancelled, due to the change in forecast. Plow crews will be out tonight and early tomorrow morning to clear the roads.

Due to the significant winter weather forecast, the City of Mt. Pleasant has declared a Snow Emergency. All vehicles must be removed from the streets by 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, so crews can safely and effectively clear the roadways.

Failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.

Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, is provided through the city’s social media channels, website www.mt-pleasant.org, blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.

To receive an email notification, individuals must sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.

Parking ordinance reminders:

Overnight street parking is allowed throughout the City of Mt. Pleasant year-round, except for the Downtown area.
Downtown street parking is prohibited from 4 – 6 a.m. year-round.
When a snow emergency is declared, all cars must be removed from the street.

Snow Emergencies and Downtown Overnight Parking Information

If a snow emergency is declared by City staff, on-street parking will NOT be permitted.

During a snow emergency, failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.

Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, will be provided through the city’s social media channels, website www.mt-pleasant.org, blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.

To receive an email notification, sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.

Parking ordinance reminders:

Downtown Overnight Parking Permit Holders: Will be informed via email or text on when and where you need to move your vehicle.

Overnight street parking is allowed throughout the City of Mt. Pleasant year-round, except for the Downtown area.

Downtown street parking is prohibited from 4 – 6 a.m. year-round.

When a snow emergency is declared, all cars must be removed from the street.

Fire Damages Trailer Home

On December 20, 2024, at 6:38 p.m. the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department (MPFD) responded to a structure fire at the Bradley Street Trailer Park located at 505 S. Bradley Street in Mt. Pleasant.

Upon arrival, crews observed a trailer with smoke and fire coming from the roof and eaves. The fire was brought under control by 7:50 p.m. The trailer sustained heavy smoke and fire damage throughout.

Occupants were home at the time of the fire and exited safely. MPFD personnel remained on scene to salvage as many items as possible for the occupants.

The MPFD is investigating the cause of the fire.

The MPFD was assisted by the Deerfield Township Fire Department, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Fire Department, Mt. Pleasant Police Department, Mobile Medical Response, and Isabella County Central Dispatch.

Sidewalk Snow and Ice Removal Reminders

The City’s Snow and Ice Removal from Sidewalks Ordinance (98.37) is focused on safety. As the winter weather approaches, there are items we need to remember.

Owners and/or occupants of all properties within the City must clear any accumulation of ice and/or snow from public sidewalks adjoining such property.

Clearing must be done within 24 hours of accumulation or placement of snow and/or ice.

If a sidewalk is not cleared within the 24-hour period of accumulation, the City may issue a civil infraction ticket that is a personal debt owed to the City for each day that the owner fails to clear the sidewalk.

If the City has to remove ice and/or snow from the sidewalk, a lien on the property is imposed for the cost of clearing the sidewalk.

Properties located along school routes are not exempt from this ordinance.

Sidewalks designated for clearance by the City are worked on after City streets, alleys and parking lots have been plowed.

For a map on which sidewalks are plowed by the City visit: www.mt-pleasant.org/maps.

Christmas Celebration Parade Route and Road Closure Information

It is time to visit Downtown Mt. Pleasant and enjoy the Christmas Celebration slated for December 6-7, 2024. Please note the following street and parking lot closures. For detailed event information visit: www.mt-pleasant.org/christmas.

Beginning December 6 at 8 a.m., cars left on the streets and parking lots noted below will be subject to towing. Towed vehicles will be moved to City Hall (320 W. Broadway St.)

Friday, December 6

8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Town Center Parking Lot Closed

Friday, December 6 from 8 a.m. – Saturday, December 7 at 10 p.m.

Main St. closed from Jockey Alley to Broadway St.
Broadway St. closed from Washington St. to Main St.

Saturday, December 7

6 a.m. – 10 p.m. No on street parking on Main St. from Town Center to High St.

6 a.m.- 10 p.m. Broadway St. closed from Main St. to Franklin St.

2 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Main St. closed to through traffic from Town Center to High St.,
Broadway St. closed to through traffic from Washington St. to Lansing St.

The lighted parade which begins at 6 p.m. on December 7, starts at the First United Methodist Church, travels north on Main Street, east on Broadway Street, south on Lansing Street to Michigan Street. The Mt. Pleasant Rotary Club will serve as parade Grand Marshal.

PARADE SAFETY NOTE: For the safety of parade-goers and parade participants; please do not venture out into the street during the parade. Stay on the sidewalk during the entire duration of the parade.