The Village of Pentwater, Michigan

Welcome to the municipal government website for the Village of Pentwater. We are developing it daily as a community information resource. We hope you enjoy its new interactive design and mobile-friendly features. Questions? Please visit the Contact Us page. Thank you.

Pentwater History Boat Tour

Beginning Tuesday, August 6th, area residents and visitors can take a one-hour boat tour and learn about Pentwater's rich history as they journey on Pentwater Lake, down the channel, and into Lake Michigan. The history tour will be using Pentwater's new water taxi, the Lake Sturgeon, and will depart Friday and Saturday at 4:45pm from the Village Marina Docks.

History Boat Tour tickets are $10 per person of any age. Tickets can be purchased at the Village Office from 8am until 4pm Monday to Friday. After 4pm any remaining tickets can be purchased from the Captain at the dock. In the event of inclement weather, purchased tickets for the History Tour can be used at any later date on a first-come, first served basis if there are unsold tickets that day.

Building Assessment Report

On June 5th, the Village and the Township held a joint informational meeting about the current condition of their working space at 327 South Hancock Street. To view more information, please click on the link below.

Download a File:

Facility Condition Assessment Report (PDF)

Community Hall History (PDF)

Sanitary Sewer Leads Homeowner's Responsibility - What You Should Know

All the drains in your home lead to somewhere, and unless you have a septic tank, the sewer lines lead out to the sewer main that services the Village. The sewer main is at the end of your property, under the street in most cases. What homeowners don't realize is that they are responsible for any damage suffered by the sewer line, all the way up to the sewer main.

In 2001 the State of Michigan enacted Public Act 222 (MCL 691.1416 seq.) to provide a statutory exception to government immunity for sanitary sewer backups on real property.

To better understand Public Act 222 and its contents, please click on the link below.

Download a File:

Sanitary Sewer Leads - What You Should Know (PDF)

Water Quality Report

To review the 2018 Water Quality Report, please click on the link below.

Download a File:

2018 Water Quality Report (PDF)

A Great Place to Live, Work, Raise a Family

Village of Pentwater, MI The Village of Pentwater is a quintessential old-fashioned community on the shores of Lake Michigan’s clear waters and sugar-fine sandy beaches. The area surrounds a 500-acre inland lake. Rows of downtown businesses offer an eclectic mix of shops, places to eat, and a Village Green that’s a centerpiece for many fun events year-round, with weekly band concerts in the summer.

Pentwater is a great place to make your home and thrive in every season. It’s easy to make new, deep and lasting friendships within our “village family.”

Some of the latest newcomers are professionals who’ve found Pentwater to be the perfect place from which to telecommute. Others have chosen Pentwater for their retirement home. Indeed, the Village of Pentwater is a great place to live and age well for everyone.

At Pentwater Village Hall, we are always happy to help. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us. Thank you for your interest in the Village of Pentwater.

Planning Committee Meeting

Monday, September 23rd @ 1 P.M.
See Public Notice for Details

Building & Grounds Committee Meeting

The Committee will meet on:
Wednesday, September 18th at 1 P.M.
See Public Notice for Agenda Details

Pentwater Water Taxi

The Village of Pentwater and Pentwater Township have jointly purchased a 16-passenger, former U.S. Navy boat, the Lake Sturgeon, as a means to help residents get to town due to the closure of Longbridge Road.

Regular scheduled trips across the lake are free of charge and are open to both residents and visitors. History Tours are also available with tickets available for purchased at Village Hall, the cost is $10 (cash only) per person. Tickets may also be purchased after Village Office hours and on the Saturday at the Dock from the Captain.

Water Taxi Schedule - departure times from Village Marina (dock located on the south side of the Marina - Township pickup locations are at the newly-installed dock near Chester & Manchester Street and the Township Boat Launch

Friday & Saturday Only
2:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
4:45 p.m. - History Tour
6:00 p.m.

Reminder: Water Taxi Trips Across the Lake are Free of Charge
Watch the Water Taxi Schedule for upcoming Fall Color Tours.

For more information please contact the Village Manager, Chris Brown, at 231-869-8301 or cbrown@pentwatervillage.org.

Friendship Center Design

For information on the Friendship Center Design Layout, please visit the link below.

Download a File:

Friendship Center Remodel Slide Show (PDF)

Road Project Updates

For information on current and upcoming road project work in the Village, please visit our Engineering page.

Discover Pentwater

Come for a Day. A Week. A Life.
A sentiment to Pentwater, it truly shows how great of a community we have to share and the love that this town has. Many visitors spend their summers here only to come back later in life to enjoy the beautiful scenery and wonderful atmosphere in retirement. To learn more about what makes Pentwater so great, please visit the Discover Pentwater page.

Bird Watching

One of the great pastimes in Michigan is bird watching and Pentwater is no exception to having an assortment of beautiful birds to see. There is a bird watching sanctuary located at the ponds behind the DPW Building. Parking is available behind the building, as vehicle access is prohibited near the ponds, foot traffic only. Another great spot for bird watching is at the Longbridge Road Bridge Boardwalk.