The City of Belding is located in Ionia County, Michigan and was settled by Levi Broas in 1838.
If you are interested in the history of the City of Belding, read more here and learn about our Belrockton Museum, telling the colorful story of Belding's past.
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Belding is a warm and welcoming community, a great place to raise a family and grow a business. Please let us know how we can be helpful to you. Thank you.
Bruce Meyers
Mayor, City of Belding, Michigan
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The City of Belding publishes Public Notices for the community to view and act on. These notices may contain public meeting information and meeting dates, event information, City service or public safety information, or other important notifications.
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Mercedes Rendall, who has worked for the City of Belding since the Fall of 2021, has recently been promoted to Operator-In-Charge in the city’s water division. In order to be in charge of a municipal water department, an employee must complete extensive training and pass a certification exam. After a number of years of studying and training, Mercedes recently passed the state required testing and is now a Certified Water Treatment Specialist. She now oversees the processing of the potable water that is delivered to residents and businesses in the city. Ms. Rendall is also currently studying for her water distribution certification which means that she will soon also oversee the water distribution system which includes water mains, service lines, hydrants, valves and the city’s water storage towers. Mercedes is a very dedicated and hard-working employee and the city and its residents are very fortunate to have her providing for their daily water needs. Congratulations Mercedes!!
Todd Frisbie, who has worked for the City of Belding for 26 years, was recently promoted to the position of Public Works Director. During his tenure with the city, Todd has worked in every area of the public works department including maintaining the city’s fleet of vehicles and construction equipment. Because of his extensive background with the city, Todd was a natural choice to now oversee the department. Since taking charge of public works services, Todd has reorganized the department and greatly improved productivity, accountability and the quality of work produced. Director Frisbie is currently surveying the city’s streets, parks, grounds, buildings, and utilities and is developing work plans to enhance the overall look of the city and to improve the safety of all city amenities. Todd frequently works long hours including nights and weekends, as it is his personal desire to see the public works department and the city be the best that they can be. Todd also has the ability to work with people in a respectful manner and this has resulted in a reduction in vandalism in the city’s parks as he works with local youth to better understand their needs. Thanks for all of your efforts Todd!!
You may access the 2021 City of Belding Water Quality Report at water.belding.us.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Brush Pickup—2022
Brush pick-up is scheduled for the last full week of each month, April through October, starting on the following dates:
April 25, May 23, June 20, July 25, August 22, September 26 and October 24
Please place brush at the street by 7am on the dates listed above but no earlier than the 18th of each month. The total amount of brush and limbs per household shall not exceed 10 cubic yards per month. Brush must be less than 10’ (ft.) in length and must be placed parallel to the edge of the road, but not in the road. To ensure pick-up, please locate brush in a clear area, at least 4’ (ft.) away from any Consumers poles and guy cables, telephone poles, walls, fences, mailbox, overhead wires, or any other obstacles that will prevent a safe and efficient pick-up for the staff and equipment.
Yard Waste Pickup—2022
***NEW PICK-UP DATE***
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Yard waste pickup will start on MONDAY April 25th and will continue every MONDAY. Bags must be biodegradable and must not exceed 35 pounds, and cannot contain other materials such as rocks, shingles, garbage, sticks or brush. Please place bags at the curb by MONDAY at 7am but no earlier than 6pm on Sunday, April 24th. All brush needs to be at the street by 7am on dates above, but not before the 18th of the month. There is no loose-leaf pick-up in the Spring.
That’s right, the city’s business districts could use some local talent, especially with some home-grown cottage industries.
Cottage industries are locally owned businesses that are started and operated by private citizens who possess talents to create goods and services to be purchased by local residents and visitors to the community.
Cottage industries are popping up all over the country right now and are a major factor in the revitalization of older small downtowns like Belding.
Cottage business owners are typically crafters, tradespeople and hobbyists who have specialized skill sets in arts, crafts, music, specialty foods and personal services. These hometown entrepreneurs can be very successful, especially when they are supported by friends, family or their neighbors who would prefer the personal touch used to create the goods and services that they need without always having to drive to the big city.
There area multitude of potential cottage businesses including the following;
Candy or chocolate shop
Coffee shop and café
Pastry shop
Women’s clothing boutique
Crafts – wood, pottery
Tutoring
Driver’s education
Tax or financial services
Self defense
Hobby shop
Collectibles
Spirit wear, sporting goods
Party planning
Gourmet food, coffees, and teas
Counseling center
Massage therapy or physical therapy
Dance studio
Clothing consignment
Antique consignment
Picture framing
Photographic services
Child care
Play place
Yoga and/or reflexology
Chiropractic care
Essential oils/cosmetics
Sewing, knitting supplies
Homemade jewelry and jewelry making classes
Pet grooming, supplies and foods
Catering
Graphic design
Sign and print shop
3-D printing
Baby and kids clothing consignment
Internet sales
Shipping center
Homemade dinners
Small tool rental
Billiards and ping pong
Kayak rental and sales
Fishing supplies and bait
Multiple small offices with shared reception
Sandwich shop
Music shop
Home decorating goods and decorating services
Cooking and kitchen supply shop
Employment services
Computer sales and service
The benefit of a cottage business is that more than one shop can share space to hold down overhead costs.
Want to know how to get started?
First, create a business plan. There are a number of sites on the internet that can show you how to do this including sample plans.
Second, make a list of potential customers in a 25-mile radius from Belding including friends, family and friends of family. Ask them if they would support your new business or maybe help you get started.
Then, find a vacant building or storefront that would suit your needs. This could include an existing business where you could rent some space, or a vacant space that you could share with one or more other cottage type businesses.
Next, work with a local realtor or building owner to draft a lease or purchase agreement. Contact friends or local contractors to help with any set up for build out requirements so that your new space meets your business needs.
Most importantly, when renting a space that is currently vacant, remember that you can negotiate a monthly lease payment that starts low and doesn’t increase until your business is better established.
Good luck, and have fun !!
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
Department Head Contact Information
City Manager, Jon Stoppels, ext. 206
jstoppels@ci.belding.mi.us
City Clerk, Janae Cooper, ext. 210
j.cooper@ci.belding.mi.us
City Treasurer & Finance Director, Becky Schlienz, ext. 203
becky@ci.belding.mi.us
Chief of Police, Dale Nelson, ext. 222
dnelson@ci.belding.mi.us
Fire Chief, Tim Lubitz, ext. 208
t.lubitz@ci.belding.mi.us
City Assessor, Bob Naumann, ext. 201
assessor@ci.belding.mi.us
Department of Public Works Director, Todd Frisbie, 616-794-1340
t.frisbie@ci.belding.mi.us
Dial-A-Ride Director, Valerie Conklin, 616-794-3278
dialaride@ci.belding.mi.us