Village of Empire News
The Village organic recycle area is located at the entrance to Shalda Park.
This service is available to residents of the Village of Empire ONLY.
Allowable items are:
Grass Clippings
Leaves
Branches under 3" in diameter
Garden Compost
Examples of unacceptable materials include rocks, stumps, dirt, plastics, and tree materials over 3" thick.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Links to simple tips and guidance for homeowners with septic systems published by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
EGLE - SepticSmart (michigan.gov)
Septic Systems (Onsite/Decentralized Systems) | US EPA
Homeowners Guide to Septic Systems Brochure (epa.gov)
SepticSmart Rental Flyer (epa.gov)
Village of Empire
The Village Council, at its regular meeting held on August 24, 2021 approved Resolution #9 of 2021 authorizing the use of golf carts on Village of Empire Streets. The following conditions are required under the Michigan Vehicle Code (Section 257.657a) when operating a golf cart:
An Operator
- Must be at least 16 and have a valid driver’s license
- Must comply with signal requirements
- Must ride as far to the right as possible
- Is not required to wear a helmet
Golf Carts
- Shall not be operated on sidewalks
- May not pass between lines of traffic
- May travel at a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour
- May not be operated ½ hour before sunset to ½ hour after sunrise
- Are only permitted to operate on streets within village boundaries
- Shall not be operated on a major trunk line (M-72 or M-22) except to directly cross from one local village street to another local village street