Data Shows Battle Creek Crime Rate Down 14 Percent From Last Year
Besides crime statistics, the Chief will discuss what the BCPD is doing to prevent violence in the community, with both “violence interruption” and the crisis intervention program.
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New Holland Brewery In Battle Creek Delayed Until June 2020
New Holland Brewing Company was awarded $200,000 in financial assistance in spring 2018 to rehab the property at 64 W. Michigan Ave. and transform it into a brewpub; initial announcements said that it would be open in spring of this year.
Battle Creek Sets Workshop Date For Recreational Pot Laws
The City of Battle Creek says that on Tuesday, July 16, the Battle Creek City Commission will hold a workshop at City Hall to discuss recreational pot legislation.
Improvements Coming To Downtown Battle Creek Intersection
The plan is to fix up the concrete curb and gutter, the sidewalk ramp, and to upgrade the traffic signal at the intersection of Capital and Michigan Avenues.
Rules Proposed For Battle Creek's Forthcoming First Dog Park
The Battle Creek City Commission is voting on a proposed resolution on Tuesday, which would lay out 18 different regulations for the Home Run Dog Park.
Battle Creek Planning On Complete Overhaul Of Zoning Ordinance
In a letter, the City of Battle Creek’s Planning Manager Christine Zuzga says that the current zoning ordinance is “inflexible” and “not user friendly”, as it lacks things like graphics, charts, drawings, and examples to help people understand the code.
Battle Creek's Dog Park At Bailey Park Is Funded And Ready!
According to the fundraising website, Friends of Calhoun County Dog Parks raised $40,000 dollars, $10,000 over their goal, to build the dog park at Bailey Park on the northeast end of Battle Creek.
Battle Creek Considering New Electronic Billboard on Beckley Rd.
The Battle Creek City Commission is considering a resolution which allows for construction of a V-shaped electronic billboard north of the Water Tower, right across the street from Premiere Jewelers.
Michigan To Follow Battle Creek's Lead On Distracted Driving?
Last week, the Battle Creek City Commission approved an ordinance which prohibits the use of a cell phone for texting, talking, or anything else while behind the wheel. Gov. Whitmer indicated support for something similar on the state level.
No More Talking On the Phone While Driving In Battle Creek
In Michigan, it's illegal to text and drive, but this ordinance also prohibits talking on the phone and "sending, receiving, and reading" any data on a cell phone while behind the wheel. Use of a hands-free device will still be allowed.