Portage MI Dept of Public Safety - Police & Fire

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⚠️ South Westnedge Reconstruction Project Update

🔹Project Duration: Monday, June 8 to August 2026, weather & materials permitting.

🚗 Traffic delays are expected in this area, and motorists are urged to seek an alternate route.

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Heads up, Portage (Literally)! 🚁
Get ready for an exciting weekend! On Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, the Air Zoo is hosting a special event where you can experience a ride in a Vietnam War-era Huey Helicopter. Rides will take place daily between 11 AM and 4 PM.

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🎉🙌 The June 2026 Employee of the Month is Megan Hamilton. Megan is a Police Officer and has been with the City of Portage since December 2024.

✨ Please help us celebrate this Employee of the Month!

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🎆🇺🇸 Please remember that the State of Michigan allows for the use of consumer fireworks or private use fireworks for Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, from 11 AM to 11:45 PM. Lighting fireworks on Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) is NOT ALLOWED.

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🇺🇸 Portage City Hall and all other non-emergency city offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, at 7:30 AM. In the event of a police, fire, or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1.

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend!

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City of Portage non-emergency offices will be closed for staff training on Wed, May 20, from 7:30 AM to 12 PM. Offices will re-open promptly at 12 PM. The Portage Zhang Senior Center will be open its normal hours.

If you have a fire, police, or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1.

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⚠️ New Road Construction Project: Schuring Rd Closure
🔹 When: May 13 to May 15, weather & materials permitting.
🔹 Where & What: Schuring Rd from Oakland Dr to S Westnedge Ave will be closed to through traffic for water service installations in the 1800 block of Schuring Rd.

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🚧 South Westnedge Ave Lane Closure 🚧
🔹 When: April 26, weather & materials permitting.
🔹 Where & What: The southbound curb lane on South Westnedge Ave at the intersection of Idaho Avenue will be closed.
🔹 Why: Consumers Energy gas main replacement on South Westnedge Ave.

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⚠️ UPDATE April 21 @ 2:25 PM: Consumers Energy has canceled this project at this time.

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South Westnedge Ave Lane Closure
🔹 When: April 21 - 24, weather & materials permitting.
🔹 Where & What: The southbound curb lane on South Westnedge Ave at the intersection of Idaho Ave will be closed.
🔹 Why: Consumers Energy gas main replacement on South Westnedge Ave.

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Today is the last day to register to vote online or by mail to vote in the May 5 Special Election.

Starting April 21, you’ll need to register in person at the Office of the City Clerk at Portage City Hall and bring your proof of residency.

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🚧 Zylman Avenue Temporary Road Closure 🚧

🔹 When: Tuesday, April 14, until Friday, May 15, weather & materials permitting.
🔹 Where & What: Zylman Avenue road closure west of the Sprinkle Road intersection.
🔹 Why: Village of Vicksburg Force Main Project

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🚧 Zylman Avenue Temporary Road Closure 🚧

🔹When: Wednesday, April 1, to the close of the day, weather & materials permitting.
🔹Where & What: Zylman Avenue road closure west of the Sprinkle Road intersection.
🔹Why: Village of Vicksburg Force Main Project

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🌊Turn Around, Don’t Drown 🌊
Did you know that six inches of fast-moving water is enough to knock a person down?

For more information on floods and flood preparedness, visit https://t.co/tYAAcSGUyi

#PortageCares #SWAW #PortageCRR

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🐾 Pet Safety & Preparedness 🐾
Severe weather can be a scary time for humans and their pets. Always keep pets in a crate or on a leash during severe weather. Pets and pet owners need to have a plan and be ready for weather-related emergencies.

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🚨 Statewide Tornado Drill
The Statewide Tornado Drill will take place today at 1 PM. During the tornado drill, sirens will sound. Remember that it is only a drill. Take this opportunity to practice your tornado plan and prepare your emergency kit.

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⏰ It's time to SPRING FORWARD!
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8, 2026.

🚒 But it’s also a good reminder to change the batteries in your smoke alarms.

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🚧 East Osterhout Avenue Lane Closure

🔹When: Monday, February 23, starting at 12 PM, possibly through Friday, February 27.
🔹Where & What: The 200 – 500 block of East Osterhout Avenue has a temporary traffic signal in use for the westbound traffic lane closure.

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Today is National SRO Appreciation Day!
Thank you Officers Burleson and Garrison for keeping our schools safe, building strong student relationships, and serving as mentors in @portageschools . Your dedication makes a real difference every day!

#SROAppreciation #SchoolSafety

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❗️UPDATE: January 27, 12 PM - Snow bands & whiteouts continue on US-131 & I-94, causing accidents. If you have to travel, please exercise extreme caution!

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🚨 Good morning, Portage. The Portage Department of Public Safety is working with the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office and the Michigan State Police to clear multiple accidents on US-131 and I-94. Please avoid these areas and follow this social media page for updates.