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Ribbon cutting event planned for new Loomis Park playground

Jackson families have a new playground to enjoy! Construction wrapped up at the new Loomis Park playground in late May. A ribbon cutting event is planned to celebrate the completion of the project on Friday, June 9 at 12 p.m. 

A year-long construc...

Water Quality Report

This annual report on how drinking water is sourced, cleaned and tested is mailed to every City of Jackson water customer.

Spring-Summer 2023 Recreation Programs

The Jackson Parks and Recreation Department has programs for all ages! Check out programs planned for 2023, including Nixon Water Park information.

Get active with the Walk, Roll and Stroll Jackson program

A popular program that has residents walking, rolling and strolling through parks is returning to Jackson this year. The Jackson Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with AARP Michigan, invites residents of all ages and abilities to participate...

Street construction season in Jackson

Street closure signs and orange barrels are returning to Jackson with the official start of the street construction season. The City’s Engineering Division is planning 14 infrastructure improvement projects throughout the construction season, st...

Fireworks rules in the City of Jackson for summer holidays

Before using fireworks to celebrate summer holidays, you’ll want to make sure you aren’t breaking local laws. A City ordinance sets specific times and days for the use of “consumer fireworks”. These are fireworks that shoot into the sky for a large visual...

Jackson City Council Meeting May 23, 2023

A recording of the May 23, 2023 Jackson City Council meeting is available on this page. Follow the meeting with this agenda. 

Jackson Police Dept. names 2023 Employees of the Year

Three police department employees are being recognized for their service to the Jackson community. The Jackson Police Department (JPD) recently held their annual awards banquet where they honored the work of three staff members. 

Officer of the Ye...

Jackson has most energy-efficient buildings for a small city in nation

Jackson continues to be Michigan’s clean energy capital after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it has more ENERGY STAR-certified buildings than any small city in the nation! The ranking confirms the commitment by Jackson ...

Steward Avenue closed at train tracks for water main work

Candidates announced for 2023 City of Jackson elections

Spring 2023 Newsletter

The spring 2023 edition of the City of Jackson newsletter is now available! The seasonal newsletter is mailed to every address in the City and is available for pick-up on the First Floor of Jackson City Hall. It can also be viewed online. 

• Spring ...

2022 City of Jackson Annual Report

Every year, the City Manager's Office compiles an annual report that highlights the functions of City departments and accomplishments of local government. 

The 2022 Annual Report is available to view on the City website. Printed copies ar...

2023 State of the City Address

Mayor Daniel Mahoney delivered his second State of the City Address at the MLK Recreation Center on Wednesday, March 29. A transcript of the address is available on this page, along with a video recording of the event. 

• 2023 Mayor's State...

Lead service line replacement efforts in Jackson

Over the next 35 years, more than 11,000 lead water service lines will be removed and replaced in the City of Jackson. With such a massive undertaking on the horizon, the City has launched Lining Up Jackson to keep residents in the loop. 

By visit...

Make a difference in Jackson by serving on a City board or commission

Explore Jackson parks and trails with interactive map

Jackson residents looking to get outside this fall have a new tool to help them navigate local parks and trails. The new City Parks and Trails Interactive Map is now available online by visiting cityofjackson.org/parks. 

By using the new web featu...

2023 car seat inspection schedule

Jackson area families wanting to make sure their children travel safely can take advantage of the Car Seat Inspection Program from the Jackson Fire Department. Firefighters launched the program in 2022 to provide monthly car seat checks for the Jackson ar...

Jackson City Council meeting videos

Watch recordings of City Council meetings on the City website.