Posted on: October 29th, 2024
Isabella County Parks received two grants to replace outdated bollards with new gates on the Pere Marquette Rail Trail (PMRT). The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation awarded the first grant, in the amount of $6,350, on June 20, 2024. This grant was supported by the Bandit Industries Community Fund, Brewster Family Access to Recreation Fund,… Continue reading
Posted on: September 25th, 2024
The 18th Annual Art From Our Park event will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Deerfield Nature Park from 12-4 pm. Isabella County Parks has been awarded an Experience Support grant of $3,000 from the State of Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) in support of this annual arts event. The grant was awarded through the MACC peer… Continue reading
Posted on: June 26th, 2024
Isabella County Parks hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Herrick Recreation Area to celebrate the completion of the Herrick Park Playground Project. Park entrance fees were waived during the event so community members could come try the new playground for free in celebration of its Grand Opening. The… Continue reading
Posted on: April 24th, 2024
****Press Release**** ****Barberi Will Not Seek Re-Election in 2024**** Over the past several months, I have greatly considered my future in the prosecuting attorney’s office. After countless hours of deliberation, weighing my decision to run again, and exploring different opportunities in government and law, I have decided that I will not run for prosecuting attorney… Continue reading
Posted on: February 14th, 2024
Isabella County Millage Rate FetchGIS Tool Please see the below instructions for searching for a parcel and using the tool to calculate a millage rate. 1. Search and highlight a parcel: Click the Search (magnifying glass) icon at the top right. Enter one of the search criteria and click the Search button. In the search… Continue reading
Posted on: January 4th, 2024
Important Dates 30/60/90 Day and Seasonal for 2024 Season Wednesday, November 1 – Returning 30/60/90 day and seasonal reservations can be made. Friday, December 1 (by 4:30pm) – Last day to be added to the 2024 seasonal lottery list for camping at Coldwater Lake Family Park. Friday, December 1 – 30 or more consecutive night… Continue reading
Posted on: January 4th, 2024
The photo of the Golden Crowned Kinglet that is being used for the Isabella County Parks Annual Vehicle Permit was taken by local resident, Beau Cotter. The photo was taken at Meridian park. Isabella County Parks 2024 Annual Vehicle Permits are available for purchase at Deerfield Nature Park. $25 Resident/ $35 Non-Resident. Golden Crowned Kinglet… Continue reading
Posted on: November 22nd, 2023
Many drain easements in Isabella County were granted in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. The Drain Office has recently started recording these historical drain easements with the Isabella County Register of Deeds Office to help more people become aware that the easements exist. See here for an FAQ on historical easement recording.
Posted on: November 2nd, 2023
The 17th Annual Art From Our Park event is planned for Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Deerfield Nature Park from 12-4 pm. The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation awarded a $3,000 grant to Isabella County Parks in support of the event as part of their Fall 2023 Competitive Grant Cycle. Funds were provided in part… Continue reading
Posted on: October 20th, 2023
Isabella County Parks was awarded $5,000 in Destination Development funds from the Mt. Pleasant Area Convention and Visitors Bureau on October 19, 2023. The award, along with another gift of $1,000 from the Friends of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail, will help finance the first phase of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail Beautification Project. The… Continue reading