Neighborhood watch group working to improve Jackson community

It started in 2008 with six neighbors with a drive to make a difference in their community. 

“We just wanted to have our neighborhood safer and build better relationships with the police department,” said Carie Meadows, founder of the B2 Watchers ...

Investing in Jackson: Where's the money going?

The skyline of Downtown Jackson is undergoing massive changes as several new developments and building renovations take shape. 

While some worry this means all of the City’s resources are going to the downtown area, new data from the City of Jacks...

Group turning vacant Jackson lots into gardens for youth programs

They were once just empty lots on the city’s south side where houses used to stand.

While some may have seen urban emptiness, Diane Washington saw opportunity.

“We’ve had so many people stop by and tell us that it really looks nice and they appreciate us be...

Jackson City Council Oct. 15, 2019 meeting

Solutions to curb gun violence, marijuana establishments in the city, and Halloween hours. 

Watch this video to see what was decided at the Oct. 15 meeting of the Jackson City Council. 

Public Arts Commission meeting moved to Tuesday, Oct. 22

The next meeting of the Jackson Public Arts Commission has been moved to Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 5:30 p.m. 

The meeting that was intended to be held on Tuesday, Oct. 15 has been cancelled. 

Click on this highlighted web link to view the upcomi...

Fall edition of City Newsletter now available!

The Fall 2019 edition of the City of Jackson Newsletter is now available! 

The newsletter keeps residents up to date about what's happening in City government and all over the community.

It is mailed to residents all over the City. 

You can...

Bagged Leaf Pickup Program starts Oct. 26

With autumn leaves beginning to fall, Jackson residents most likely have a lot of cleaning up to do around their yards. The City of Jackson is assisting residents with their fall yard cleanups by conducting its Bagged Leaf Pickup Program from Oct. 26 to D...

City of Jackson receives financial reporting award

The City of Jackson has received the Government Finance Officers Association award for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting or CAFR, for fiscal year ending in 2018.  The GFOA represents federal, state/provincial and local finance official...

Staying safe with EEE virus risk in Jackson County

Over the last several weeks there has been reported cases of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) across Southwest Michigan. Many of you have heard reports in the media, including a recent statement from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Servic...

Fall fire hydrant flushing starting Sept. 23

The City of Jackson Department of Public Works is starting its Fall Fire Hydrant Flushing Program on Monday, Sept. 23. The flushing activity will be happening all over the City of Jackson and some areas of Blackman, Summit and Leoni townships.

Fire hydrant...

Downtown alley renamed for woman who found freedom in Jackson on Underground Railroad

A revitalized alley in Downtown Jackson has been named for a woman who came to Jackson seeking freedom on the Underground Railroad. At their meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019, the Jackson City Council approved the renaming of Victory Lane on W. Michigan A...

Jackson City Council Sept. 3, 2019 meeting

The road repair millages, pay increases for city staff, and a new name for a revitalized alley in Downtown Jackson, Watch this video to see what was decided at the Sept. 3 meeting of the Jackson City Council.

Fourth Street construction project complete

Fourth Street at the intersection of Horton and Stonewall roads is now open to traffic.

This area was closed for several months for a massive construction project. The intersection was realigned to provide better traffic flow and to provide more pedestrian...

Two aging railroad bridges in Downtown Jackson to be replaced using federal funds

Federal funds will be used in the coming years to replace two aging railroad bridges in Downtown Jackson.

It was announced last week that the U.S. Department of Transportation had granted more than $23 million to the Michigan Department of Transportation t...

Street construction projects wrapping up in Jackson

More fresh pavement has come to Jackson! 

Five street construction projects are all wrapping up at the same time. 

From neighborhood streets to busy intersections, watch this video to see which projects are coming to a close. 

Street resurfacing continues on Jackson's west side

Streets continue to be improved in the City of Jackson. 

The City of Jackson continues to make progress in resurfacing four neighborhood streets on the city's west side. 

Grinnell, Thompson, Higby and Durand streets have all seen major att...

Jackson Parks and Recreation Department launches online survey

Jackson residents have an opportunity to participate in a survey that will help officials shape the City’s parks and recreation offerings in the coming years. The City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Department is starting the process of revisin...

Jackson Fire Department using new rescue stabilization tools

Firefighters at the Jackson Fire Department are working with the latest stabilization tools when they go to rescues at a vehicle crash or fire scene. Two sets of the tools, called Rescue 42s, were recently acquired by the fire department and put into serv...

City of Jackson employees undergo active shooter training

Jackson City Hall closed for several hours Wednesday afternoon so City of Jackson employees could attend active shooter training at City Hall. Dozens of employees received training from the Jackson Police Department about what they should do to stay safe ...

New pavement and roundabout complete on Fourth St.

Fourth Street is now back open to traffic following a large construction project! The street was resurfaced from Audubon Blvd. to Ella Sharp Park, and the roundabout at West Ave. was reconfigured. It was taken from two lanes to just one lane to make it ea...

Groundbreaking planned for new apartment development in Downtown Jackson

The skyline of Downtown Jackson is about to undergo another dramatic change with the addition of the Albert Kahn Apartments to the downtown area. A groundbreaking for the new low-to-moderate income housing development is planned for Monday, Aug. 5 at 12:3...

Get involved with City government by joining a board or commission

Jackson residents who want to get involved in City government currently have 12 opportunities to make a difference in their community. The City of Jackson is looking for residents to fill 12 vacancies on six City boards and commissions. Applicants may be ...

Mt. Evergreen Cemetery recognized by National Park Service for contributions to Underground Railroad

A historic cemetery in Jackson is being recognized by the National Park Service for its contributions to the Underground Railroad. Buried in Mt. Evergreen Cemetery are seven people who played important parts in the Underground Railroad in Jackson County. ...

Summer Youth Program helping hundreds of kids in Jackson

Watch this video to learn about the Summer Youth Program at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. 

Jackson Fire Department using CPR machines to save lives

Firefighters from the Jackson Fire Department are now using the latest life-saving technology when they go out on rescues. The department recently acquired two new machines called “LUCAS 3”. The product from Stryker is affixed to patie...

Jackson City Council July 16, 2019 Meeting

Funding a new traffic circle, making plans for a new roundabout, and proposed changes to the Non-Discrimination Ordinance. Watch this video to see what was decided at the July 16, 2019 meeting of the Jackson City Council.

Massive construction project starting July 15 in neighborhood south of Downtown Jackson

A neighborhood south of Downtown Jackson is about to receive a big overhaul, as the City of Jackson prepares to start a massive road construction project on Monday, July 15 that will last until mid-November. The work focuses on the area surrounding Austin...

Construction underway on four city streets

A busy construction season in Jackson continues this week, with crews starting work on four city streets. One of the road construction projects impacts a major thoroughfare in Downtown Jackson, while the three other projects are happening on neighborhood ...

Happy 190th Birthday to Jackson!

July 3, 2019 marks Jackson's 190th year! Watch this video to learn about our community's humble origins back in 1829. 

Summer Newsletter going out to Jackson residents

The City of Jackson Summer Newsletter is being mailed out to residents. Click on this link to learn the latest news from the City.

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City of Jackson starts employment program for local youth

When you’re out and about in Jackson this summer, you’re likely to see a group of young people working hard to clean up the city. Micah Cretsinger, a recent graduate of Jackson High School, is one of them. “This is actually m...

Jackson City Council June 25, 2019 Meeting

Community events, funding for construction projects, and an unusually short meeting! Watch this video to see what was decided at tonight’s Jackson City Council meeting.

Gas main work in Jackson neighborhood starting June 24

Consumers Energy will be in a Jackson neighborhood over the next four months replacing gas mains. 

Starting Monday, June 24, workers will dig up old gas mains and replace them with new gas lines.

The gas main replacement project will focus in areas...

Steward Ave. closed for construction

A major roadway near Downtown Jackson is receiving long-awaited attention. Steward Avenue from Wildwood Avenue to W. Ganson Street will be closed to through traffic staring Monday, June 17 so crews can replace a water main under the street and repair dama...

Jackson City Council June 11, 2019 meeting

Stopping gun violence, supporting LGBTQ rights, and a new traffic circle. Watch this video to see what was decided at the June 11, 2019 Jackson City Council meeting.

Gun Violence Awareness Day in Jackson

Mayor Derek Dobies has signed a Mayoral Proclamation that declares June 7, 2019 as Gun Violence Awareness Day in Jackson. In this video Mayor Dobies talks about what the City of Jackson is doing to stop gun violence in the community. 

New rules for fireworks use in City of Jackson

As Jackson residents plan summer holiday celebrations, they will want to be aware of new rules about fireworks. In December, 2018, Gov. Rick Snyder signed new rules for using fireworks in Michigan. The Jackson City Council changed the City of Jackson&...

Jackson Police Dept. giving out free gun locks to community

In an effort to encourage responsible gun ownership, the Jackson Police Department is providing free gun locks to the Jackson community. The gun locks are made available through Project ChildSafe, a program of the National Shooting Sports Foundation to pr...

Jackson City Council Meeting May 14, 2019

Watch this video to see what was decided at the May 14, 2019 meeting of the Jackson City Council. 

Groundbreaking event for The 200 development

Construction on The 200 mixed-use development officially began Tuesday, May 14 with a groundbreaking event in downtown Jackson. The four story building located at the corner of Pearl and Jackson will feature 86 apartments with commercial space on the firs...

Assessor's Office conducting photo survey of Jackson homes this spring/summer

The City of Jackson Assessor's Office is conducting a photo survey of Jackson homes this spring/summer season. 

City staff will be going out in neighborhoods across Jackson in marked city vehicles to take photos of residential properties. ...

City of Jackson 2018 Annual Report ready to view

The City of Jackson 2018 Annual Report has been accepted and placed on file by the Jackson City Council. 

The annual report highlights the accomplishments and innovations of City leaders and departments over the past year. 

The report can ...

City of Jackson wins tap water taste test award

The City of Jackson is raising a glass to a special award that honors the tastiness of our drinking water. At its annual Spring Regional Meeting in Livonia on April 9, the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association awarded the City of Jackso...

Spring newsletter going out to Jackson residents

The Spring 2019 newsletter is being mailed out to City of Jackson residents. Residents can now look forward to getting the latest news from the City of Jackson once a season. 

The spring issue contains information about new features at parks, road...

City receives award for downtown street conversion

Major changes to the way residents move around Downtown Jackson is getting statewide attention. At its 3^rd Annual Award Ceremony on Thursday, April 4, the Lansing-Jackson Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers honored the City of Jackson and th...

"Evicted" named Mayor's 2019 Book of the Year

Mayor Derek Dobies has selected the Pulitzer Prize winning book "Evicted" by Matthew Desmond as the 2019 Mayor's Book of the Year.  

Watch this video learn more about this year's selection. 

CITY COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS: March 26 meeting

Watch this video to see what was decided at the March 26 meeting of the Jackson City Council. 

Road construction season starts with street resurfacing in west side neighborhood

The City of Jackson is getting an early start on road construction season. On Thursday, March 21, crews will continue efforts to resurface three neighborhood streets on Jackson’s west side.

These streets are currently in poor condition and have not receive...

Home makeover: Family's house rehabbed by the City of Jackson

The Bentley family has lived in a two story house on Merriman Street in Jackson for 12 years. While it is a familiar setting, they’re now seeing it with new eyes following a big makeover. “It’s like a whole new house,&rdq...

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Jackson City Council Meeting March 12

Watch this video to see what was decided at the March 12 meeting of the Jackson City Council.

Jackson City Council unanimously approves resolution to rename Francis Street for Martin Luther King

At Thursday night’s special City Council meeting, the Jackson City Council unanimously approved a resolution to rename Francis Street, from Cooper Street to South Street, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. The street will soon be known as Martin Luther Ki...

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Jackson City Council Meeting Feb. 26

Watch this video to see what was decided at the Feb. 26 meeting of the Jackson City Council. 

Jackson City Council passes new ordinance to help displaced renters

The Jackson City Council has enacted a pioneering ordinance to help renters in the City of Jackson who have been forced from their homes because of dangerous living conditions.

At their Feb. 12 meeting, council members gave final approval to the Relocation...

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Jackson City Council Meeting Feb. 12

Watch this video to see what was decided at the Tuesday, Feb. 12 meeting of the Jackson City Council. 

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