Muskegon Charter Township

26/10/2026

Daylight Saving Time Ends November 1

As Daylight Saving Time comes to an end, remember to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday, October 31.

This is also a great time to check your home’s safety equipment. Take a few minutes to:

Test your smoke detectors.

Test your carbon monoxide detectors.

Check and replace batteries as needed, following the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Need smoke detectors for your home?

The Muskegon Charter Township Fire Department partners with the American Red Cross to promote fire safety and provide smoke detector installations at no cost to the homeowner.

For more information about this program and how to request assistance, please visit this link https://muskegontwpmi.gov/smoke-alarm-install/

Taking a few simple steps can help protect your home, your family, and our community.

26/10/2026

🍂 Fall Yard Waste Pickup Reminder! 🍂
Muskegon Township sanitation customers — weekly curbside yard waste pickup begins Monday, November 2nd and will continue through the end of November.

During November, simply place your properly prepared yard waste at the curb for collection on your regular sanitation pickup day each week.

The Yard Waste Site will also remain open throughout November during its regular seasonal hours:
• Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Please note that the Yard Waste Site will be closed Wednesday, November 11th for Veterans Day. To provide additional time for residents, the site will have extended hours Saturday, November 14th from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.

Take advantage of the weekly curbside collection and Yard Waste Site as you finish up those fall leaves and yard cleanup!

22/10/2026

This event is this Saturday at the Muskegon Charter Township Fire Department Station 1 on Walker Rd.

21 days! Three weeks to the Fall Medication and Sharps Take Back!

19/10/2026

18/10/2026

♻️🍂 This week is Recycling Week and Curbside Yard Waste Collection Week in Muskegon Township!

Please have your recycling container with the green lid and any approved yard waste materials at the road by 6:00 a.m. on your regular sanitation collection day.

✔️ All recyclable materials must fit inside the recycling tote.
✔️ Yard waste must be placed in approved paper bags.
✔️ Brush must be bundled and no larger than 4" in diameter and 4' in length.

Questions? Contact Muskegon Township Hall at 231-777-2555.

11/10/2026

Muskegon Township Office Closure

Muskegon Township Hall will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day.

Sanitation pick ups will not be delayed by this closure.

Our annual Columbus Day closure also provides our staff with dedicated time for in-service training, professional development, and other departmental needs.

Township Hall will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, October 13.

Thank you for your understanding!

06/10/2026

❄️ THREE YEARS AGO, YOU HELPED US NAME A SNOW PLOW… NOW IT’S YOUR TURN AGAIN! ❄️

Three years ago, Muskegon Township invited our community to help name our newest snow plow truck.

The 2023 winning name? BLIZZARD WIZARD!

And as you can see, the name became a permanent part of the truck!

Now, just in time for the snow that is sure to come this season, Muskegon Township has received a NEW snow plow truck — and we need your help naming it!
📣 Name submissions are accepted now through November 25, 2026!
Kids, families, and residents of all ages are invited to get creative and submit their best name idea. Your idea could become the official name of our newest snow plow truck and be displayed on the truck for the rest of its service life!
Here's how the contest works:

Submit your name: https://forms.gle/eeBMwQnX2e6osq159
All name submissions received by November 25 will be provided to the Muskegon Township Board.

December 7, 2026:
The Township Board will review the submitted names and select 7 finalists.

December 9–30, 2026:
The community will vote to choose the winning name from the 7 finalists selected by the Board.

January 2027:
The winning name will be announced at the first Township Board meeting of the year.

Spring 2027:
The winning name will be added to the truck and remain with it for the rest of its service life!

👉 Scan the QR code in the first image or use the Google Form link to submit your name idea!

And remember… Blizzard Wizard set the bar pretty high!

What will YOU name our newest snow plow?
Share this post with your kids, grandkids, neighbors, classrooms, and fellow snow-plow enthusiasts. Let's see how creative Muskegon Township can be!

06/10/2026

Muskegon Township Office Closure

Muskegon Township Hall will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day.

Sanitation pick up will occur as normal.

Our annual Columbus Day closure also provides our staff with dedicated time for in-service training, professional development, and other departmental needs.

Township Hall will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, October 13.

Thank you for your understanding!

30/09/2026

🍂 CURBSIDE FALL CLEAN-UP IS NEXT WEEK! 🍂

Muskegon Township’s Free Curbside Fall Clean-Up begins Monday, October 5th!

🗓️ October 5th–9th
⏰ Have your items at the curb by 6:00 AM on your regular sanitation pick-up day.

A few important reminders:

🏷️ Large items require a $15 item pick-up tag. Tags are available for purchase at Muskegon Township Hall.

🗑️ Regular household items can be placed at the curb at no charge.
📍 Set items out at your regular sanitation pick-up location.

Please make sure everything is out by 6:00 AM on your scheduled day so our crews can get to it.

🍁 Take advantage of Fall Clean-Up and get those unwanted items cleaned up before winter!

Please share this reminder with your neighbors!