A plan to reimagine Battle Creek fire stations is coming to fruition. In this episode of BC CIty Connection, Battle Creek Fire Department Battalion Chief Cody Titus discusses how the changes will advance firefighting in the city. Newly appointed Battle Creek Chief...
The City of Battle Creek is actively addressing elevated total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) in the water system, a maximum contaminant level violation. The municipalities affected include the City of Battle Creek, Springfield, Emmett Township and a portion of Pennfield...
In this episode of BC CIty Connection, Breanne Humphreys and Eric McClure from the City Hall communications office talk about the opt-in city alert system which helps residents stay informed. The BC City Connection podcast is also discussed – and the various...
In this episode of the BC CIty Connection, Lt. Ryan Strunk and Sgt. Chris Rabbit bring listeners a wide-ranging list of safety and crime prevention tips. From driving safety to situational awareness and fraud, the BCPD encourages residents to think about these safety...
The City of Battle Creek understands code compliance can be perceived as a roadblock sometimes. However, the city code compliance office wants to be helpful and resourceful for residents. In this episode of the BC City Connection podcast, Battle Creek Code Compliance...
In a partnership with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), the City of Battle Creek welcomed a Community Development Fellow in 2025. The role ”…support[s] various...
The City of Battle Creek has activated a new online portal for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. In this episode of BC City Connection, Battle Creek City Attorney William Kim discusses the new process for FOIA requests, as well as why FOIA requests are...
Even when Battle Creek residents might be immersed in winter activities, the city's Recreation Department is planning for warm weather fun – even when the snow is still flying. This time on the BC City Connection, Recreation Director Danielle Myrkle talks...
As 2024 closes, the City of Battle Creek looks upon some new beginnings in 2025. Ten-year City Manager Rebecca Fleury has retired, providing a chance for her successor to be discovered in 2025. The city also hired a successor for longtime attorney Jill Steele and...
Did you know there are about 300 road miles the City of Battle Creek has to clear when it snows? That's just one fact among many in this BC City Connection episode with Field Services Superintendent Todd Gerber, who also discusses 'Snowtifications' meant to help keep...
