In the heart of West Michigan, the City of Montague is a charming town nestled on the shore of scenic White Lake connecting to Lake Michigan. We invite you to explore our quaint downtown shopping district, family-friendly parks, and extensive bike trails. Whether you are here for a day, a week, or longer, there’s so much to see and do in every season!

We invite you to learn more about our city departments and services, special community events, the farmers’ market, weekly free concerts at the band shell, our industrial park, the Trailway RV Campground, as well as the parks, churches and public schools within the city.

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TextMyGov – Get Alerts

The City of Montague is excited to launch TextMyGov, a new, smart text messaging service! Residents can use the service to text and search the interactive system for specific city information, and receive important notifications, updates, and alerts.

Montague will officially launch the new text messaging system to the public soon. Residents may receive a text message from 91896 from the city initiating the service. You can choose to opt-out at any time by texting STOP. If you don’t receive the initial message, you can choose to opt-in by texting the keyword “MONTAGUEALERTS” to the number 91896. After sending the initial keyword, you will be asked to reply “YES” to confirm opt-in. Residents may receive notifications for upcoming events, public safety updates, street closures, city activities, etc.

Also starting soon, residents will be able to receive on-demand information 24/7 by texting 1- 2 keywords to the City’s TextMyGov number (231-638-4803). You’ll be able to get quick information about common questions and general information (water, sewer, parks, etc.). Montague’s use of this technology is another example of how the city is enhancing resident services by implementing 21st -century solutions. We’re excited about this new way of communicating with residents and we look forward to sharing important city notifications. Other governmental entities across the country are utilizing this system with great success. Stay informed and stay engaged.

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City of Montague Job Posting
Police Department Administrative Assistant/Secretary

Part-time position – Serves as the initial point of contact at the front desk for the police department and performs a broad range of functions – answering phones, fielding inquiries, receives and files departmental records, and assisting the Police Chief. Cover letter, application, and resume submitted to the City Manager, Montague City Hall, 8778 Ferry St., Montague, MI 49437. Materials must be received by Friday, December 13, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

» Police Secretary Job Description (PDF)
» City Employment Application (PDF)

DRAFT City of Montague Parks & Recreation Master Plan

The City of Montague has put together a DRAFT of our Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The City is seeking public input and will accept comments until December 18th. Comments on the plan can be sent through the City’s Contact page. The City will also be hosting a community informational meeting to discuss the plan, as well as review proposed park projects and activities on December 2nd. The informational meeting will be held in the City’s Council Room (lower level of City Hall) at 6pm.

» View the DRAFT Parks & Recreation Master Plan (PDF)
» Submit comments through the City’s Contact Page