City of Morenci

Morenci Town & Country Festival

June 8, 2023

The 43rd Annual Morenci Town & Country Festival is just one week away! Check out the exciting lineup of activities and entertainment it brings for visitors to enjoy! Carn...

Burn Ban

June 5, 2023

BURN BAN IN EFFECT No burning is permitted in the City of Morenci and the Townships of Seneca, Medina, and Chesterfield. No permits are being issued. The burn ban will be lifte...

Morenci Monthly Digital Newsletter

June 1, 2023

Morenci Monthly Newsletters are being mailed out in water bills this week. Our digital version, which contains additional updates, photos, and helpful links, was emailed to subscr...

Summer Recreation Sign-up

May 31, 2023

The City of Morenci's Summer Recreation Program is returning after a three-year hiatus. The program will provide six weeks of fun-filled activities for children between the ages o...

The City of Morenci will be hydrant flushing Tuesday, June 13 through Thursday, June 15. Hydrant flushing will be performed by the Morenci Department of Public Works (DPW) starting between 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. through the early parts of each morning. The schedule for hydrant flushing is as follows: Tuesday, June 13: West of Bean Creek Wednesday, June 14: South of Main St. Thursday, June 15: North of Main St.

Hydrant Flushing Schedule

May 30, 2023

The City of Morenci will be hydrant flushing Tuesday, June 13 through Thursday, June 15. Hydrant flushing will be performed by the Morenci Department of Public Works (DPW) startin...

Memorial Day

May 26, 2023

In observance of Memorial Day, City of Morenci offices will be closed on Monday, May 29. Modern Waste Systems refuse pick-up is delayed to Thursday, June 1, due to the holiday.

The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for a special meeting on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256. This will be to discuss a sound system purchase, a downtown mural, and a façade grant application.

DDA Special Meeting 5/30/2023

May 26, 2023

The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for a special meeting on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci,...

The fiscal fear 2023/2024 budget was approved by City Council at their May 15, 2023 meeting.

FY 2023/2024 Approved Budget

May 23, 2023

The fiscal fear 2023/2024 budget was approved by City Council at their May 15, 2023 meeting. Click here to view.

The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Offices located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI 49256.

DDA Meeting 5/23/2023

May 18, 2023

The City of Morenci Downtown Development Authority will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Morenci City Offices located at 118 Orchar...

The Summer Recreation Program Assistant will perform duties pertaining to the Summer Recreation Program for the City of Morenci, which includes watching over the children enrolled in the program. Click here to review the job description. This position is a part-time position at around 7-10 hours a week from mid-July to mid-August (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Instructions to Apply for the Position Please submit an application along with any additional applicable information to Bradley Moran, City Administrator via email at brad.moran@cityofmorenci.org or hard copy to: City of Morenci Attn: City Administrator 118 Orchard Street Morenci, MI 49256 The City of Morenci is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Now Hiring Summer Recreation Program Assistants

May 18, 2023

Summer Recreation Program Assistants will perform duties pertaining to the Summer Recreation Program for the City of Morenci, which includes watching over the children enrolled in...

Pursuant to Section 17-34 of the Morenci Code of Ordinances: Notice is hereby given that the special assessment roll for the City of Morenci 2023 summer taxes, will be open for inspection by the taxpayers at City of Morenci Offices, 118 Orchard Street, Morenci starting on: May 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. until June 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The City of Morenci Offices are open Monday – Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Notice will be provided in writing to properties affected by the special assessment roll. Within the inspection period, any person may file in writing with the City Superintendent / City Clerk a complaint of any special assessment stating specifically the grounds of the complaint. Appearance and protest is required in order to appeal the amount of it to the state tax tribunal. Notice is hereby given that the Morenci City Council will hold a public hearing to hear complaints regarding the special assessment roll of the City for the 2023 summer taxes on: Monday, June 12, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at 118 Orchard Street, Morenci, MI Please call the City of Morenci at (517) 458 – 6828 if you have any questions.

City of Morenci Sets Public Hearing on Single Lot Assessments For 2023 Summer Tax Collection

May 16, 2023

Notice to Taxpayers Pursuant to Section 17-34 of the Morenci Code of Ordinances: Notice is hereby given that the special assessment roll for the City of Morenci 2023 sum...

Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI.

City Council Meeting 5/15/2023

May 11, 2023

Morenci City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI. Meeting Agenda & Coun...

The Morenci American Legion will lead the Memorial Day remembrance ceremonies which include a prayer and 21-gun salute at Wakefield Park, followed by a parade through town, leading to a service at Oak Grove Cemetery. A pause is taken at the Bean Creek bridge for a 21-gun salute and dropping a wreath in the water as a tribute to Naval Veterans. The final ceremony is at the Legion Post 368, followed by a community chicken BBQ lunch. Kids are invited to ride in the Morenci Memorial Day Parade again this year. To show appreciation and patriotism, all are encouraged to dress in red, white, and blue and decorate their bikes, wagons, or strollers. Golf carts are permitted only if the driver is 18 years or older. Parade line up is at Wakefield Park on May 29 at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony begins at 10:00 a.m. with the parade following. The parade route is east on Main St. turning north on North St./M156, ending at Oak Grove Cemetery. To be respectful of the fallen soldiers, no candy will be thrown.

Memorial Day Information

May 9, 2023

The Morenci American Legion will lead the Memorial Day remembrance ceremonies which include a prayer and 21-gun salute at Wakefield Park, followed by a parade through town, leadi...

The student-planned and run Farmers market will be a one-day event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, at Wakefield Park.

Farmers Market Coming to Wakefield Park on May 20

May 8, 2023

Last year’s experience with the school’s community garden demonstrated just how much produce can be grown in a relatively small space when students and the community work together...

Morenci City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI.

City Council Meeting 5/8/2023

May 4, 2023

Morenci City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, located at 118 Orchard St. Morenci, MI. Meeting Agenda & Counc...

The Morenci Area Schools Millage renewal passed 201-61

Unofficial Election Results

May 3, 2023

The Morenci Area Schools millage renewal passed 201-61. Visit www.electionlenawee.com for more information.

Three candidates filed a petition to fill the mayoral post: current council member Jeff Lampson, former mayor Bill Foster, and former councilor Tracy Schell. To fill the single 2-year term for City Council, there were three candidates who filed a petition: Perry Cox, Gary Pfund, and incumbent council member Kori Christle, who was appointed to fill a vacancy in February. The three open 4-year term positions were filed by incumbent city councilors Jerome Bussell and Diane Molitierno, as well as Tess Stiver. These candidates will be on the November ballot unopposed. A primary election will take place in August to narrow down the mayoral and 2-year City Council seat race from three candidates to two.

City Council Petitions

May 3, 2023

Three candidates filed a petition to fill the mayoral post: current council member Jeff Lampson, former mayor Bill Foster, and former councilor Tracy Schell. To fill the single...

The Town & Country Festival will take place at Wakefield Park Thursday, June 15 through Saturday, June 17. Click the links below to participate in the parade or in the vendor show. Forms can be turned in at City Hall. For more information, contact Jack Still (517) 438-0936 or Bill Foster (517) 605-6546.

Save the Date: Morenci Town & Country Festival

May 2, 2023

The Town & Country Festival will take place at Wakefield Park Thursday, June 15 through Saturday, June 17. Click the links below to participate in the parade or in the vendor show...

Morenci Monthly - May Newsletter

May 1, 2023

Morenci Monthly Newsletters are headed out in water bills this week. Our digital version, which contains additional updates, photos, and helpful links, was emailed to subscribers ...

In addition to regular business hours, the City of Morenci Offices will be open 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 for the purposes of registering to vote in the special election or turn in absentee ballots.

Pre-Election Weekend City Hall Hours

April 27, 2023

In addition to regular business hours, the City of Morenci Offices will be open 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 for the purposes of registering t...