Charlevoix Dog Park

09/30/2025

For Everyone’s Safety
Please do not enter the dog park when CLOSED signs are posted on the gate or fence. These closures are necessary for ground maintenance. Entering during this time not only slows the process but can also create hazardous conditions for pets, people, and our crews. Thank you for your cooperation!

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04/02/2025

Wednesday (4/2) Noon Update from the City of Charlevoix
In the past few minutes, Consumers Energy and ITC have reenergized the transmission line serving the City of Charlevoix. Our linemen are at our substations to begin the process for bringing the first of our 12 system circuits online. The first circuit energized will include Charlevoix Hospital. It takes about 45 minutes for each circuit to be reenergized assuming all goes well.
We understand national guard troops are being deployed by the State of Michigan to parts of Charlevoix County and the rest of northern Michigan to assist with storm damage clean-up and recovery.
The Charlevoix Area Community Pool is open for hot showers for those who need them. It is free but donations are welcome. Community Reformed Church is open for shelter until 5pm today and everyday 9-5. The Charlevoix Township Northside Fire Station is open 24/7. If you need a ride to these or any other shelter in Charlevoix County, please call Charlevoix County Transit at 231-373-3940.
Stay safe by following smart safety tips and utilizing emergency services when needed:
· Carbon monoxide poisoning and death are some of the biggest dangers in a storm like this. Do not run generators or outdoor heating elements indoors. It’s always a good time to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
· Check whether you left any appliances, lights, and other electronic items on to ensure they are safe when power is restored.
· Limit travel and watch for falling branches, ice, and downed power lines. Assume any wire is live.
· Do not pass emergency vehicles, electric crews, or barriers.
· Lake Charlevoix EMS is available for medical issues and emergencies, including low oxygen levels.

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03/31/2025

Afternoon Update from the City of Charlevoix
We have been advised by ITC and Consumers Energy that they are working on the lines that connect us to the broader grid and we are now cautiously optimistic for a return to service for most of our electric customers in the next 12-24 hours. Given the nature of this storm, more trees could fall and changing temperatures could cause conditions to worsen or new branches and trees to fall. Mt. McSauba Road has reopened with significant debris still on the shoulders. Our crews are continuing to assess line conditions and you will see our staff throughout the neighborhoods doing line inspections both in vehicles and on foot in some cases. Many trees are extremely fragile; warmer temperatures and wind will cause more problems.

City of Charlevoix has retained Asplundh to do tree and branch removals over the next few days. This crew will be looking at trees today and start work tomorrow morning. This kind of storm is very damaging and problematic for trees and some clean-up work will not be pretty however it is necessary to restore electricity.

Charlevoix County Emergency Management and Sheriff Vondra were able to help us secure an additional generator for maintaining our lift stations. We appreciate your continued efforts to limit water use though our plants and systems continue to function safely.

The Charlevoix Food Pantry will be open this evening from 5-7pm and will provide essentials to those in need. They are located on W. Hurlbut Street.

We have not issued a run water advisory but you should be mindful of how your pipes are installed in your home and the temperature in your home.

Stay safe by following smart safety tips and utilizing emergency services when needed:
· Carbon monoxide poisoning and death are some of the biggest dangers in a storm like this. Do not run generators or outdoor heating elements indoors. It’s always a good time to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
· Check whether you left any appliances, lights, and other electronic items on to ensure they are safe when power is restored.
· Limit travel and watch for falling branches, ice, and downed power lines. Assume any wire is live.
· Do not pass emergency vehicles, electric crews, or barriers.
· Warming stations are available, including Charlevoix’s Northside Fire Station. As more options become available, we will let you know.
· Lake Charlevoix EMS is available for medical issues and emergencies, including low oxygen levels.

Ideally, the next update you get from us will be lights coming on in your home and on your street. We’ll continue to add more information as it is relevant.

03/31/2025

Noon Update from the City of Charlevoix
City of Charlevoix Crews are currently working to restore significant damage along Mt. McSauba Road including installing three new power poles and stringing wire. We believe most of the rest of our local grid is ready once ITC and Consumers are able to restore power to our system. We continue to await estimates from them on when this may be though we believe progress has been made in restoring the many faults throughout the statewide grid. Current reports suggest there are more than 300,000 people without power in Michigan.

Charlevoix County has declared a State of Emergency and this will bring additional resources from the state to the area as they are available.

City Hall has limited generator power but no phones, internet, or heat. If you need to contact us, please stop in or call 911 with any kind of emergency whether it is a wire down, water or sewer issue, or medical problem. Crews are ready to assist. If you know of an elderly or homebound neighbor, it’s a good time to check on them if you are able. We have placed power strips in the City Hall Lobby; please help yourself if you need to charge your phone but bring your own charging port and cable.

We have also begun brush clearing but this will take days and weeks to complete. Many trees remain fragile while they are ice-covered. It is best to stay inside and avoid unnecessary travel.


Stay safe by following smart safety tips and utilizing emergency services when needed:
· Carbon monoxide poisoning and death are some of the biggest dangers in a storm like this. Do not run generators or outdoor heating elements indoors. It’s always a good time to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
· Limit travel and watch for falling branches, ice, and downed power lines. Assume any wire is live.
· Do not pass emergency vehicles, electric crews, or barriers.
· Warming stations are available, including Charlevoix’s Northside Fire Station. As more options become available, we will let you know.
· Lake Charlevoix EMS is available for medical issues and emergencies, including low oxygen levels.

12/28/2023

PLEASE, PLEASE pick up after your pet. Be respectful. Be kind. And be aware. Our Dog Park is a privilege, not a right. Let's all work together to keep it a clean and safe space for our doggos!

11/10/2023

Good News! Our Donor Board has been installed in the Dog Park! Be sure to check it out next time you are there.

12/15/2022

Merry Christmas to you and your pups! We have placed a basket of portable water bowls and doggie waste bags at the dog park. Please take one!

10/07/2022

Don't miss W. Bruce Cameron at the Charlevoix Public Library!

08/23/2022

Please consider keeping your dogs away from all dog parks, as well as other unfamiliar dog areas. There is a parvo-like illness in northern Michigan that is potentially dangerous for our pups.

Please read this article that was printed in the Detroit Free Press on August 21, 2022. https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/21/unidentified-illness-killing-dogs-northern-michigan/7857417001/?fbclid=IwAR2gWCNkbMKzDiQPZOzqkRu4gpS3ioI0eUISgRnR7a8mYSk46KikJSe21ug

We have spoken with local veterinary clinics and the general recommendation is to limit, or even completely stop exposure to dog parks and other areas where you may encounter other unfamiliar dogs. To date, we have not seen this illness in our immediate area. We will closely monitor the situation and keep you updated as we learn more.

Again, for the time being, we are recommending that you do not visit our dog park, other dog parks, or parks where there may be other dogs.

If you have concerns, or if your pet is exhibiting symptoms as mentioned in the article, please call your veterinary clinic.

For questions relating to the Charlevoix Dog Park, please call 231-547-3253.

A mystery virus like parvo has been killing dogs across the state during the past month. Vets are currently still trying to figure it out.

07/19/2022

Please be aware that we have placed a couple of live traps in the Park as we have had reports of a skunk inside the fence. These pose no threat to your dog and dogs should not be able to enter the trap. If you have any questions, or if you want to report a triggered trap, please call 231-547-3253 or 231-547-7183. Thank you!

07/15/2022

The Dog Park is OPEN!
Please be aware there has been a report of a skunk in the park.
We are addressing the issue.

06/29/2022

We appreciate your understanding!