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Belding, Michigan 48809 Map
Phone: (616) 794-1900
Fax: (616) 794-0091
Emergencies: Phone 911

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Mon-Fri 8:00a - 5:00p

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The City of Belding is a great place to raise a family, grow a business, find a bright future. Explore our rich history, abundant natural resources, and many opportunities.

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The Belding Bugle - City Newsletter
Want the latest City news? Read the Belding Bugle, the City of Belding newsletter. Pick up a copy at City Hall, or Download the Bugle here.

Event Calendar
Looking for a calendar of Belding events and activities? View our Event Calendar.

Every Stride 5K/10K
The 2009 NIKE+ Human Race at the Every Stride 5K/10K took place on October 25, 2009. Download Newsletter 4 and Newsletter 5 (PDF files).
Quilt Show and Raffle
The Belding Museum and the Silk City Quilters will host a quilt show and raffle, Sunday, November 8th from 1-4 p.m. at the Belrockton. The show will feature beautiful examples of the time honored craft of quilting. Tickets for the raffle quilt will be available until the drawing at 3:30 p.m. You need not be present to win. Tickets may also be purchased at Leppinks and at City Hall now until the show. Please note that the museum will not be open the first Sunday of November, but will be open the 8th.
Precinct Location Change
There will be a precinct location change for Precinct 1 (Ellis School) and Precinct 2 (Woodview School) for all future elections. Voters in Precinct 1 and Precinct 2 will now be voting at the St. Joseph Church gymnasium, located at 409 S. Bridge Street. Voters will enter the building through the entrance at the back of the church. The building is handicap accessible and ample parking is available. Voters will receive a new voter ID card before the November 3rd General Election, showing the location and address of their voting precinct. Voters in Precinct 3 (Belrockton) will continue to vote at 108 Hanover Street.
Museum Advisory Board and Recreation Advisory Board Opportunities
Applications are being accepted for the Museum Advisory Board and Recreation Advisory Board. These volunteer positions offer an excellent opportunity to make a difference and serve our community.

Museum Advisory Board - Meets 4th Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. The Museum Advisory Board is a seven-person committee appointed by City Council serving three-year terms. The Board advises the city council and city manager on matters concerning the operation and betterment of the museum in the city and establishes priorities of projects.

Recreation Advisory Board - Meets as needed. The Recreation Advisory Board is a five person committee appointed by the City Council with three-year terms. The Board advises the city council and city manager on matters concerning recreation in the city and makes recommendations on the location of sites for parks and recreational areas to the city council. The board also recommends such measures as it deems necessary and proper for the betterment of the city recreation program.

An application is available here on the city website. Download the form here as a PDF. Or visit City Hall, 120 S. Pleasant Street; or ask to have one mailed to your residence.

Please contact Kareen Thomas at 794-1900, Ext. 210 or email kthomas@ci.belding.mi.us for more information.

M-44 Corridor Enhancement Project
The M-44 Corridor Enhancement Project is under way.
Click to Read the City Manager's Letter
Homebuyer Purchase Rehabilitation
The City of Belding received a Homebuyer Purchase Rehabilitation grant (HPR). The program will supply up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance, and up to $20,000 in rehabilitation money to income-eligible purchasers (less than 80% median income) for the purchase of a home within the City of Belding.

Currently the following household income limits are based on adjusted gross income:

1 person, under $32,850
2 persons, under $37,550
3 persons, under $42,250
4 persons, under $46,950
5 persons, under $50,000
6 persons, under $54,000
7 persons, under $58,000
8 persons, under $62,000

The money will be zero-percent deferred loans with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. All MSHDA loan money is prorated over ten years, being calculated monthly and forgiven after 10 years of residing in the home. The money has a 10-year forgivable loan, and must be paid back based on the prorated amount, if the home is sold or refinanced prior to the 10-year period. Income-eligible buyers must be able to obtain a primary, 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage with a competitive interest rate.

For more information on the program, please contact Marilyn Smith at 734-341-1866 or ms@smithhousing.com.
Belding Citizens Patrol Now Forming
Help reduce and prevent crime in the City of Belding. Visit the Police Department page
Pay Water Bill and Property Taxes Online
We've created a new online method for you to pay water bills and property taxes to the City of Belding. Just click here and follow the new page instructions. Let us know if you have questions or comments.