Morenci resident, Traci Bovee, is organizing a Community Thanksgiving meal for Morenci and surrounding communities for the eleventh year in a row this year. The dinner will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, from noon until 3 p.m. (or when food runs out). Dine-in or carry-out is available at the Morenci Sportsman’s Club and the Lyons Friendship Hall. Delivery is available for homebound residents. There is no charge, but a freewill donation will be accepted from those able to help offset costs.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

October 23, 2023
Morenci resident, Traci Bovee, is organizing a Community Thanksgiving meal for Morenci and surrounding communities for the eleventh year in a row. The dinner will take place on Th...
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​The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256.

DDA Meeting 10/24/2023

October 19, 2023
The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 Or...
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Notice of Public Hearing for 5-Year Parks & Recreation Plan

Notice of Public Hearing for 5-Year Parks & Recreation Plan

October 18, 2023
The Morenci City Council will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2023 at the City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard Street, Morenci, MI 49256, at 7:30pm, local time, to consider ...
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Public Safety Notice

October 14, 2023
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​Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI.

City Council Meeting 10/16/2023

October 12, 2023
Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI. Meeting Agenda & C...
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Halloween Trick-or-Treating in Morenci is Monday, October 31st 6-8pm

Halloween

October 10, 2023
Trick-or-treating is scheduled for 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Halloween night in the City of Morenci. Children are welcome to trick-or-treat at City Hall during office hours 8:00 a.m.-6:00...
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Sen. Joe Bellino Visit October 16

Sen. Joe Bellino Visit October 16

October 10, 2023
Senator Joseph Bellino Jr. is scheduled to host City Hall office hours in Morenci on Monday, October 16, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is open to the public and offers a v...
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​The leaves are falling early this year, so the Department of Public works has scheduled pick-up to begin in October. Leaf pick-up will start on Tuesday, October 17, and run weekly Tuesday through Thursday, ending December 14. The route will be as follows: Main St., S. East St., North St. South of Main St. North of Main St. West of Bean Creek Please follow these guidelines for leaf collection: Bagging of leaves is strongly discouraged. Leaves should be placed next to the curb, but not in the street. Leaves should be placed as close to the street curb as possible without interfering with traffic patterns. Leaves should be free of chunks of wood and foreign objects. If such are found in leaf piles, leaves will be left with the homeowner responsible for disposing them. Brush pick-up continues every second and fourth Tuesday through October 24. Please keep brush and leaf piles separate. Residents may discard leaves and brush any time at the compost pile behind the Morenci Department of Public Works Facility located at 597 W. Chestnut St.

Leaf Pick-up

October 2, 2023
The leaves are falling early this year, so the Department of Public works has scheduled pick-up to begin in October. Leaf pick-up will start on Tuesday, October 17, and run weekly...
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Morenci Monthly Digital Newsletter

Morenci Monthly Digital Newsletter

October 2, 2023
Morenci Monthly Newsletters are being mailed out in water bills this week. Our digital version, which contains additional updates and helpful links, was emailed to subscribers tod...
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Morenci Fall Fest

2023 Morenci Fall Fest

September 28, 2023
The Morenci Fall Fest will take place Saturday, October 7, from 4 to 11 p.m. in downtown Morenci. This free event features live music performances, engaging family activities, and...
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The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256.

DDA Meeting 9/26/2023

September 20, 2023
The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 ...
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CDBG Water-Related Infrastructure Grant Update

CDBG Water-Related Infrastructure Grant Update

September 18, 2023
At the September 11, 2023, Morenci City Council meeting, the Morenci City Council approved the construction contract for the 2021 CDBG Water-Related Infrastructure Grant that was ...
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Morenci Homecoming

Morenci Homecoming

September 15, 2023
Morenci’s Homecoming festivities will begin with a parade through town starting from Wakefield Park at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 15. The parade route will travel east on W. M...
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Due to personnel matters that are subject to confidentiality, Morenci City Council voted at their special meeting on September 14 to remove Officer Don Thompson from his position as Chief of Police. With the presence of legal counsel, City Council deliberated for nearly three hours during the closed session that Officer Thompson requested. Following closed session, a motion was made and supported to demote Officer Thompson to road patrol, maintain his seniority with the City of Morenci, and complete human resource and communication training. The motion was amended to include Officer Thompson releasing the City of Morenci from any liability per the advice of both parties’ legal counsel. The amended motion passed 6-1. Meeting minutes will be posted to the website when they are completed. Deputy Chief Michael Creswell has been appointed to serve as interim Chief of Police moving forward.

City Statement Regarding Special City Council Meeting 9/14/2023

September 15, 2023
Due to personnel matters that are subject to confidentiality, Morenci City Council voted at their special meeting on September 14 to remove Officer Don Thompson from his position ...
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​Morenci City Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256.

City Council Special Meeting 9/14/2023

September 12, 2023
Morenci City Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256.
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Mill St. will be closed on Wednesday, September 13, and potentially Thursday, September 14, while the Morenci Fire Department conducts their yearly hose testing.

Road Closure Notice

September 12, 2023
Mill St. will be closed on Wednesday, September 13, and potentially Thursday, September 14, while the Morenci Fire Department conducts their yearly hose testing.
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The City of Morenci is seeking applicants for one open seat on the Zoning Board of Appeals. ZBA members serve 3-year terms. Individuals interested are asked to send a Letter of Intent to City Hall by Monday, September 25, 2023.

​Zoning Board of Appeals Vacancy

September 12, 2023
The City of Morenci is seeking applicants for one open seat on the Zoning Board of Appeals. ZBA members serve 3-year terms. Individuals interested are asked to send a Letter of In...
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​The City of Morenci is providing a dumpster for bulky item dumping on Saturday, October 14, from 10:00 a.m. until noon at the DPW facility located at 597 W. Chestnut St. (behind Wakefield Park). City of Morenci residents may dispose of up to two bulky items per primary household. Check in will occur with a DPW laborer prior to dumping bulky items. Only one trip is allowed per primary household and the bulky items must have been generated from that residence. Violators will be turned away and IDs will be verified and recorded. This service is free of charge and no transportation is provided.

Bulky Item Dumpster Service

September 11, 2023
The City of Morenci is providing a dumpster for bulky item dumping on Saturday, October 14, from 10:00 a.m. until noon at the DPW facility located at 597 W. Chestnut St. (behind W...
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The Finance & Legal Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard Street, Morenci, MI 49256.

Finance & Legal Committee Meeting 9/12/2023

September 8, 2023
The Finance & Legal Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard Street, Morenci, MI 49256 . ...
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​Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 11, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI. Meeting Agenda & Council Packet - coming soon

City Council Meeting 9/11/2023

September 7, 2023
Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 11, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI. Meeting Agenda &...
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