Hesperia Village Services - Who, What, When, Why & How

Village Office Department of Public Works Fire Department Police Department

Village Office

The Village Office is located at:

33 E Michigan Ave.,

Hesperia, MI 49421

The office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

Friday: 8:30 - Noon

Staff includes:

Village President Mike Farber

Village Clerk Vicki R. Burrell

Treasurer Joann Borgman

The Village office can help you with your water bills, taxes, meetings, DPW calls and more. Just give them a call, email or drop in. They are here to serve the residents and businesses of Hesperia.

Department of Public Works

Phone (231) 854-1821

The Hesperia Department of Public Works provides a wide variety of services including the repair and maintenance of all Village roadways, maintenance of public properties, responsible for snow removal on Village roads, and maintenance of Village parks.

The Hesperia Department of Public Works office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm.

At the present time, the Department of Public Works has a staff of three.

Snow Removal Operations

The snow and ice removal service on Village roadways is dictated by weather conditions with the main roads given first priority for plowing and salting to ensure emergency accessibility and traffic flow. Secondary residential streets are plowed as soon as possible thereafter. Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required for those individuals operating the large snow plowing equipment.

Snow removal and salting for M-20 and M-120 within the Village of Hesperia is the responsibility of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).

The Village currently uses a combination of salt and sand on the roadways to prevent ice forming and to improve traction.

Water Department

The Village of Hesperia maintains its own independent public water system. The system is composed of 3 wells, 2 ground-based water storage tanks, 1 suspended (tower) water storage tank, and several miles of distribution pipe. The system is maintained by a staff of two, who perform the day-to-day maintenance and purity testing on the system. The system pulls groundwater up from the local aquifer located below the village and pumps it directly into the water tower. It is then gravity-fed through the system for use. Average water use is approximately 100,000 gallons per day. Maximum capacity is in excess of 150,000 gallons per day.

Water Service & Billing

To begin or discontinue water service, please call (231)-854-6205 for service or a final meter reading.

Water Meters & Water Mains

If you have a water meter leak or find a water main break, please report it to us as soon as possible. We have service people that are on-call and ready to assist you. Please call (231)-854-1821 or after hours, please dial 911. Please review the Water Leak Information Sheet and the Water Usage Fact Sheet.

Keep Fire Hydrants Clear

If there is a fire hydrant in the Village near your home, please be sure to keep the hydrant clear of snow and plantings to ensure easy access for the Fire Department in the event that it is needed.

Brush Pickup

Brush includes yard wastes such as shrub clippings, twigs, tree trimmings not greater than four inches in diameter and four feet in length and tied in bundles not to exceed 30 pounds.

Branches (3" diameter or less) that are cut to no longer than 4 feet may be tied together in small bundles (of not more than 2 feet wide) and left at the curb on designated pick up days for free pick up.

2026 Brush Pick up dates

April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
July 13, 2026
August 10, 2026
September 14, 2026
October 12, 2026
November 9, 2026

Fire Department

Hesperia Area Fire Department
8320 E M 20, Hesperia, MI 49421
Phone: (231) 854-9539
For emergencies: Dial 911

Chief: Bob Eichenberg

Assistant Chief: Tim Van Avery

Captain: Jason Newman

Captain: Chris Parks

Lieutenant: Eric Wright

The Hesperia Area Fire Department was established in 1999 "To provide for establishment and organization of a District Fire Department."

The Fire Department currently operates out of one station located on M-20 one mile west of the Village of Hesperia, and proudly protects three townships and a portion of two others covering an area over 130 square miles consisting of mainly single-family residential dwellings.

Currently the department consists of 12 members, plus 2 Junior Cadets, T. Van Avery and D. Tinkham, providing fire protection, search and rescue, and vehicle extrication services. Various members of the department assist specialized area teams when requested. The department apparatus consists of: One (1) Engine, One (1) Pumper Tanker, One (1) Tanker, One (1) Rescue Vehicle, One (1) Water Source Truck, and Two (2) Grass Rig Trucks.

Presently, the Hesperia Area Fire Department has reciprocal agreements with the surrounding communities to provided additional personnel and equipment in the event of a large scale incident.

Fire Department members train twice per month. The department operates as a volunteer organization whose members are on a paid on call status.


Fire Chief
Bob Eichenberg
Assistant Fire Chief
Tim Van Avery	Scott Maynard
Captain
Jason Newman	Jason Newman
Captain
Chris Parks
Lieutenant	Lieutenant
Eric Wright	Robert Eichenberg
Firefighters	Firefighters
Tim Fraley	Justen Myers
Chase Buchanan	Crystal Tinkham
Tom Jackson	Kelvin Roberson
Clint Muckey


	Engine 1910 2002 Freightliner Pumper is the first-out engine to respond to structure fires. Features and Equipment: • 1250 gpm pump with 1000 gallon water tank • 400 ft of pre-connected hose • 700 ft 5" supply hose • Built in Foam Tank • Seven (7) SCBA air packs • Four (4) Spare SCBA air tanks • Thermal Imaging Camera • Built-in 6000 watt generator • Portable Lighting • Vehicle extrication equipment • Vehicle Stabilization equipment • Various gasoline powered saws • 24 ft extension ladder • Portable Fire Extinguishers • Radio equipped

	Pumper-Tanker 1920 2004 Kenworth Pumper/Tanker is the first out engine for motor vehicle fires and second out for structure fires. Features and Equipment: • 1250 gpm pump with 2000 gallon water tank • 300 ft of 1 3/4" pre-connected hose • 2000 gallon porta tank • Built-in foam tank and foam gun • One (1) SCBA air packs • Two (2) Spare SCBA air tanks • Portable Lighting • Various gasoline powered saws • One 14 ft roof and one 24 ft extension ladder • Portable Fire Extinguishers • Radio equipped

	Pumper-Tanker 1921 2012 Kenworth CJ Series Tanker is a secondary tanker used for structural fires and brush fires Features and Equipment: • 500 gpm pump • 2000 gallon water tank • Side Dump Release • Two (2) person cab • Portable Fire Extinguishers • Radio equipped

	Hurst Jaws of Life Medical/First Aid Equipment • Apparatus mounted lighting • 9500lb Winch w/attachment points on all sides • Rapid Intervention Equipment • Four (4) SCBA air packs • Cascade system for filling air packs • 4 person cab • Portable Generator • Portable Lighting • AeroMed LZ Kit • Ice/Water Rescue Equipment • Thermal Imaging Camera • Stokes basket/backboard • Misc hand tools

	Water Source 1950 1985 Chevrolet Pick Up Water Source 800-1000 gallons per minute Features and Equipment: • 200 ft 5” supply line • 45 horsepower John Deer Diesel Pump • Radio equipped

	Grass Rig 1931 1985 Chevrolet Pick Up Features and Equipment: • 293 gpm pump with 200 gallon water tank • Foam gun • Pre-connected 150' Booster line • Two (2) 50 ft retractable hose • Various gasoline powered saws • Radio equipped

	Grass Rig 1931 1985 Chevrolet Pick Up Features and Equipment: • 293 gpm pump with 200 gallon water tank • Foam gun • Pre-connected 150' Booster line • Two (2) 50 ft retractable hose • Various gasoline powered saws • Radio equipped

Police Department

Hesperia Police Department
33 East Michigan Avenue
PO Box 366
Hesperia, MI 49421

Phone: (231) 854-1212
Fax: (231) 854-0214
For emergencies: Dial 911

Non-emergency numbers:
Newaygo 231-689-7303
Oceana 231-873-2121

HESPERIA
CHIEF OF POLICE
Joel Catts

The Hesperia Police Department is responsible for enforcing Michigan Laws, Village ordinances and maintaining order.

The Hesperia Police Department currently operates out of one station located at 33 East Michigan Avenue in the Village of Hesperia, MI. Located just east of the intersection of North Davison Avenue, and East Michigan Avenue in downtown Hesperia MI.

Currently the department consists of our police chief. The Hesperia Police Department is dispatched through the Newaygo and Oceana County Sheriff's Office. The Village of Hesperia's Police Department provides a wide range of law enforcement services to the community. The patrol division performs crime preventive patrols, responds to emergency calls and other requests for service or assistance, selectively enforces traffic laws and investigates reported criminal activity and prepares criminal cases for prosecution. The department also maintains statistical data on all traffic crashes and monitors the community's traffic signs, signals, and devices.

Presently, the Hesperia Police Department has reciprocal agreements with the Newaygo County Sherriff's Department, and the Oceana County Sheriff's Department to provided additional coverage in the event of a large scale incident.


SHERIFF & STATE POLICE INFORMATION

Newaygo County	Oceana County	Michigan State Police
Sheriff's Office	Sheriff's Department	Hart Post #62
Bob Mendham, Sheriff	Sheriff Craig Mast	231-873-2171
1035 E James Street, PO Box 845	216 Lincoln, P.O. Box 32
White Cloud, Michigan 49349	Hart, MI 49420
Phone: (231) 689-7303	(231) 873-2121

Frequently Asked Questions

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Police Department Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I Make A Police Report Over The Phone?

Any incident that requires an actual report must be done in person. If it is an incident that has occurred where you currently are and have not left the scene an officer will respond to your location within the Village. However an incident that is a late reported incident or you are no longer at the location of the incident we will ask you to come to the station to make your report. Of course there are exceptions in some cases.

How Do I Get A Police Report And Is There A Cost?

Police reports can be obtained at the Hesperia Village Police Department. The Hesperia Police Department office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. You should call first to find out if a report is complete and ready for distribution. You can come in and pick up a copy of the report during the above hours at a cost of $5.00 per page. If you cannot make it during the posted office hours you can call and request a copy that can be made ahead of time and it will be left for you to pick up and pay. You can also request a copy of a report by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope with your request and payment.

Power Outage - Who do I call?

The Village of Hesperia Village Police Department has no control over power outages. In inclement weather the likeliness of a power outage is high. During these times Police Dispatchers can be very busy handling emergency phone calls of accidents and alarms and other nature and in some instances are also dealing with power outage within the Police Station as well. We of course will continue to help in case of emergencies, and especially if you see power lines down. To report routine outages without any sign of power lines down you will need to call Consumers Energy automated outage line. You will need to give them your phone number that is associated with you electric account so they will know that your power is out. To report a power outage and get the latest restoration information any time, day or night, call one of the phone numbers listed below.
• Residential customers should call (800) 477-5050
• Business customers should call (800) 805-0490