City of Battle Creek, Michigan

👩💻Our Freedom of Information Act request process is now digital! Learn more about the new records request portal and how it will streamline the #FOIA process, making it easier for the public to access government records while reducing the workload on staff: https://ow.ly/bK1K50Uz1lN

Hey, Battle Creek neighbors! If you haven't completed the Housing and Community Development Survey, there's still time! To ensure maximum participation, the city is extending the survey submission deadline to Thursday, Jan. 30. The survey is available in English, Spanish, and Burmese: https://ow.ly/e0cG50UwZxo Help shape the future of community development and housing in Battle Creek by sharing your input today!

🚔🎄Last week, we were flooded with requests for the mugshot of the suspect from our dramatic police chase... ask and you shall receive! 📸 Think you have what it takes to keep the Grinches off the streets of Battle Creek? Join our team! Text “JoinBCPD” to 269-371-4421 or visit our website to learn more: https://ow.ly/myTU50Uw8M1 #BattleCreekPD #JoinBCPD #Recruitment #GrinchCaught

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 The City of Battle Creek has been named a 2024 eCities Honored Community! This recognition celebrates the hard work and dedication of our entire community, and the strong partnerships between our local businesses, community leaders, and city staff. Together, we're making Battle Creek a vibrant place to live and work. 🌟 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gSAeMVJn

Meet Dexter Cheyne! After graduating from Athens High School, Dexter joined Team Battle Creek as a water distribution operator. Dexter's responsible for maintaining the water distribution system and ensuring it remains safe for the public. "I enjoy seeing the relief and gratitude from neighbors after we remove and replace their lead service lines or repair broken water mains," he said. Learn more about Dexter and the role he plays improving Battle Creek's water distribution system: https://lnkd.in/efhsdfXy #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers

Meet Steven Skowron! After graduating from Gull Lake Community Schools, Steven went on to earn his associate's degree in applied science and diesel technology from the University of Northwestern Ohio. Today, Steven performs wastewater utility repair for the City of Battle Creek. Learn more about Steven and his role with the city: https://lnkd.in/gzp-dAgW #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Meet Austin Payne! Before Austin became a water distribution operator for the City of Battle Creek, he was a student at Bellevue High School. If Austin could have one superpower to help him at work, he'd choose the ability to control the weather. "I like water, but it's no fun working in the rain." Learn more about Austin: https://lnkd.in/gV9VB4DQ #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Meet Ryan Hovanec! After graduating from New Lothrop Area Public Schools, Ryan went on to earn an associate's degree in water quality technology from Lake Superior State University. Today, Ryan works as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. He takes great pride in his job and the positive impact it has on both the community and the environment. "I recently started kayaking and noticed how popular it is to paddle on the Kalamazoo River. People really love it," he said. Learn more about Ryan and how his role ensures high-quality effluent, protecting both downstream users and the environment: https://lnkd.in/gtQruqic #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers

Meet Chris Lick! Chris is a former graduate of Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS) and a lift station operator and mechanic for the City of Battle Creek. If Chris could possess superpowers, he'd choose a photographic memory and x-ray vision because it would be much easier to remember how things go together and quickly solve problems. Learn more about Chris and his role as a lift station operator: https://lnkd.in/gxS4-V8a #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Meet Jack Day Jr.! After graduating from Pennfield High School, Jack set his sights on becoming an electrical apprentice. Today, Jack uses his skills to help keep the City of Battle Creek’s Wastewater Treatment Plant operational. Learn more about what Jack does for the city: https://lnkd.in/gj7wzfMv #WastewaterProfessionals #MichiganWater #MIWaterProsWeek #ThankWaterPros #EssentialWorkers Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy