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1. How do I know what plots are available at Maple Hill Cemetery?

Contact our Cemetery Supervisor and they can show you what is available. Phone: (231)878-2087

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1. What are the office hours at City Hall

The offices at Cadillac City Hall are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Monday - Friday

2. Where is City Hall located?

City Hall is at 200 N Lake Street.

3. What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, check, money order or credit card. Payments made by credit card are subject to a convenience fee of 3%, minimum of $2.00. Echeck (Electronic Checks) payments are free. The City of Cadillac does not keep any portion of the convenience fee.

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1. Can I park on the tree lawn?

Parking on the tree lawn is prohibited. Tree lawn parking permits are issued for prohibited hours.

2. Can I keep inoperable vehicles on my property?

All vehicles on private property must be operable. The vehicles need to have air in the tires; working batteries, headlights, etc.

3. Can I store household items, junk and debris in the yard or on my property?

It is unlawful for a person to place, store, accumulate or maintain garbage or debris in the yard or on private property.

4. Can I park on the sidewalk or block the sidewalk?

The sidewalks need to stay unobstructed for public use.

5. Do I have to mow my lawn?

Every homeowner / occupant is required to remove noxious weeds and grass, including the tree lawn. The grass cannot be over twelve (12) inches on the average.

6. Can I leave my garbage tote at the curb?

The garbage tote can be placed at the curb the night before your scheduled pick-up day, but the tote needs to be brought back off the curb the day it is dumped.

7. Can I put a large item out with my garbage for pick-up?

The waste hauler will take one (1) large item along with your garbage pick-up. This includes appliances, furniture etc.

8. Will the waste hauler take construction material?

The waste hauler will not take construction mateial. If you are undertaking a construction project, you are responsible for making other arrangements for its removal.

9. What do I do with my yard waste?

All yard waste must be placed in bio-degradable bags or containers labeled yard waste. Brush / small limbs must be bundled in four (4) foot lengths and weigh no more than forty (4) pounds.

A yard waste truck will pick up the leaves and tree limbs the same day as your garbage pick-up day.

10. Can I park on the street at night?

From November 15 through April 15 - between the hours of 2:30 am and 6:30 am - there shall be no parking on any street, roadway, alley, or municipal property.

Parking permits are available from the City Offices. When using the designated parking lots for prohibited hours, a parking permit is required.

11. How long can I park downtown?

There is a two (2) hour time limit on downtown parking.

12. Can we feed the ducks along the lake?

City Ordinance prohibits feeding waterfoul (ducks) near the Lake Cadillac Shoreline.

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1. How do reserve the Rotary Pavilion, The Marketplace or City Park/Fountain?

There is a form that must be completed and submitted for approval. This form can be obtained at City Hall or can be printed from our website.

2. Is there a fee to reserve the Rotary Pavilion or the Market at the Cadillac Commons?

Yes, 

•            Daily Rate (4 hours or more) $100

•            Hourly Rate (less than 4 hours) $55 per hour

•            Non-Profit Daily Rate (4 hours or more) $50

•            Non-Profit Hourly Rate (less than 4 hours) $25 per hour

Reoccurring Events: Events that are a minimum of once a week, for four consecutive weeks or more

•            Daily Rate of $25:

•            Non-Profit Daily Rate of $15

3. Is there a fee to reserve the City Park/Fountain, Sound Garden, Tree Zoo or Bridge?

No, but a form is necessary to be filled out to use the those areas for events.

4. How can I tell if the date I am requesting is already reserved?

You can call 231-775-0181 ext. 120 for our Event Coordinator; Juanita Avila to inquire.

5. Is alcohol allowed in Kenwood Heritage Park; Kenwood Beachside Park; Lakefront Park; City Park; Blackburn Skate Park; Farmers Market; Sound Garden; Greenway; White Pine Trail; or Diggins Hill?

Alcohol is only allowed in Kenwood Heritage Park. Alcohol is NOT allowed in Kenwood Beachside Park; Lakefront Park; City Park; Blackburn Skate Park; Farmers Market; Sound Garden; Greenway; White Pine Trail; or Diggins Hill.

6. When do City Parks open and close?

All City Parks are officially closed after 11:00 pm each night and will open at 7:00 am each morning.

7. Is electricity available at Kenwood Heritage Park; the City Park; and the Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion?

Electricity is available at Kenwood Heritage Park in the big pavilion and on the back side of the octagon rest room.

Electricty is available in the City Park at three locations.

Electricity is available in the Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion.

8. Is there a sound system at the Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion?

Yes. A sound system is available in the Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion. There is a fee call to inquire

9. Is there a fee for the use of the pavilions in Kenwood Heritage and Kenwood Beach Parks?

There is no fee for use of pavilions in Kenwood Heritage and Kenwood Beach Parks. It is on a First Come, First Serve basis.

10. Is there Disc Golf in Kenwood Heritage and Kenwood Beach Parks?

The Disc Golf course in Kenwood Heritage has 24 baskets with concrete tee pads.

The Disc Golf course in Kenwood Beach Park as 9 baskets with dirt tees.

There is no charge for either Disc Golf course.

11. Is there a charge to use the Chestnut Street boat launch or the Kenwood boat launch?

There is no charge to use either the Chestnut Street boat lanuch or the Kenwood boat launch.

12. How long is the McKellop Walk Way and the White Pine trail?

The McKellop Walk Way is 1 mile long from loop to loop. The extension by the Naval Reserve adds approximately 1/8th of a mile.

The White Pine Trail is 1.2 miles long, end to end.

13. Are Weddings allowed at the Water Fountain; Walkway Bridge and Flower Garden at the Extension by the Naval Reserve Building?

Weddings are allowed at the Water Fountain; Walkway Bridge and the Flower Garden at the Extension by Naval Reserve Building when reserved with the Events Coordinator at 231-775-0181 Ex.t 120. Pedestrian traffic cannot be impeded.

14. When the change is removed from the Water Fountain, where does it go?

The change that is removed from the Water Fountain is deposited in the City's General Fund.

15. How much change is taken from the Water Fountain on average?

The amount of change extracted from the Water Fountain is approximately $8.00 to $12.00 - three (3) or four (4) times per season.

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1. What are the state enforced burning conditions outside the city limits?

Burning outside the city limit consult the State of Michigan website. Additional Information

2. Can I have a camp fire if I live in the city?

Yes. Camp fires are allowed within the city as long as there is not a state mandated ban on burning.

3. Can I have a camp fire if there is a burn ban issued by DNR or Federal Forest Service?

No. Recreational fires are not permitted when the DNR or Federal Forest Service has issued a burning ban.

4. How do I get permission for a fire pit?

Permits from the fire department are no longer required if you want to install a fire pit. A regular ringed fire pit must be a minimum of 25 feet away from any structures. An enclosed, listed, outdoor fireplace is permitted to be a minimum of 15 feet from a structure.

5. Can I shoot fireworks from city property?

No, the shooting of fireworks on city property is strictly prohibited. Click here

6. How can I shoot fireworks safely?

See link for answer. Fireworks Safety

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1. Where can I find information on available commercial properties for sale or rent?

If you are interested in locating your business in downtown Cadillac, you can find a listing of available properties at the City of Cadillac website by going to www.cadillac-mi.net/availableproperties.

2. Where can I find tax information for properties located in Cadillac?

At the City’s website, navigate to “Online Services” and then click “Look Up My Property Taxes” on the left side of the page. Tax information can be searched by the current owner’s name, by address, or by parcel number.

3. How do I find out what a property is zoned?

Cadillac’s zoning map is available online at the City website by navigating to “Online Services” and then click “City Maps” on the left side of the page.

4. Where can I find the Cadillac Zoning Ordinance and City Code?

The Zoning Ordinance is Chapter 46 of the City Code. It may be accessed by going to www.cadillac-mi.net/charter.

5. I want to start a business in downtown Cadillac. Where will my customers park when they come to my business?

A map of places to park in downtown Cadillac is available online by going to “Online Services” and then “City Maps” on the left side of the page.

6. Are there any organizations in Cadillac that provide programs and incentives for businesses and business owners?

Yes, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and the Downtown Cadillac Association (DCA) are two organizations in Cadillac that focus on downtown businesses. The DDA can be found online at www.cadillac-mi.net/dda, and the DCA can be found at www.downtowncadillac.com.

7. What are the regulations on signs in Cadillac?

Ordinances governing both temporary and permanent signs can be found in Section 46-664 of the City Code, which is available online by going to www.cadillac-mi.net/charter. Sign permits are also required; please contact the Community Development Department at (231) 775-0181 for information.

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1. When is yard waste pick-up

The yard waste season will begin April 1st and runs
through the end of November, or the first snow fall.

2. What items are accepted for yard waste pick-up?

Accepted
Tree/Grass Clippings
Pine Needles/Cones
Leaves
Bundled Brush

Not Accepted
Dead Animals
Sod
Lumber
Ashes
Sea Weed
Branches larger than 4" in diameter
Acorns
Hay/Straw
Fruit from Trees
Cornstalks

3. What are the guidelines for yard waste removal?

Yard waste will be collected from the curb or alley on your normal trash day.

* Each bag may not exceed 30 lbs

* Branches must be less than 4 inches in diameter

* Branches must be less than 4 feet in length

* Each Bundle must be less than 20 inches in diameter

* A max of 10 bundles will be collected each week

*Regulations prohibit the mixing of yard waste with household trash.

4. What Holidays will effect my trash pick-up?

Republic Services recognizes the following Holidays: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your service days fall on or after a holiday that is a weekday, your pick-up will be delayed one day. (Example: if the holiday falls on a Friday, your service day is on Saturday.) If the actual holiday falls on a Saturday, your schedule is not affected.

5. Can I leave my garbage tote at the curb?

The garbage tote can be placed at the curb the night before your scheduled pick-up day, but the tote needs to be brought back off the curb the day it is dumped.

6. Can I put a large item out with my garbage for pick-up?

The waste hauler will take one (1) large item along with your garbage pick-up. This includes appliances, furniture, etc. Waste hauler will not accept any tires.

7. Will the waste hauler take construction material?

The waste hauler will not take construction material. If you are undertaking a construction project, you are responsible for making other arrangements for its removal.

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1. Do you test for bacteria?

Yes, we do Total Coliform / E. Coli testing for drinking water and Total Coliform / E. Coli Enumeration (counting) for drinking and/or surface water. For example, beach testing and heterotrophic plate counts for drinking water / surface water.

2. Do you test for nitrates/nitrites?

We do test for nitrates and nitrites in drinking water, but not the full partial chemistry.

3. What are you certified to test for?

We are certified by the State of Michigan to test for Total Coliform / E. Coli Presence / Absence, Total Coliform / E. Coli Enumeration, Heterotrophic Plate Counts, nitrates, nitrites, copper and lead in drinking water.

4. Do you accept septage?

No, at this time we do not accept septage.

5. Do you accept R.V. waste?

No, at this time we do not accept R.V. waste.

6. Is your final water used for drinking water?

No. Even though we are very proud of our water quality, we discharge the final product into a trout stream.

7. My sewer is backed up. How do I know who is responsible?

You can call the Utility Department and we will dispatch someone to check our main sewer line that serves your residence. If the problem is not in the main line, our personnel will notify you. The problem could be in the lateral that runs from the residence to the main line. This commonly happens when, for example, roots overgrow and invade the sewer lines.

For more information, please call the Utility Department at (231) 775-0181 x 123.

8. How can I use so much water?

Typically, main areas of water loss reside in leaking toilets. You can stop into our office for a test strip to test your toilet to see if there is a leak.

For more information, call (231) 775-0181 x 123.

9. Is it safe to drink the water during spring or fall flushing?

Water main flushing sometimes results in discolored water. While not harmful, tap water may appear orange in color. We encourage citizens to run the cold water until it clears up. Residents should avoid doing laundry while their water is discolored.

10. If someone else was living in my house, am I responsible for the bill?

Yes, if you are the landowner. The ordinance of the City of Cadillac states that any unpaid bill is considered a lien on the property and if not paid, will be rolled onto your property taxes.
For more information, call (231) 775-0181 x 123.