Please click on the Events tab on the menu bar at the top of our homepage to view upcoming meetings. Meetings are posted at the Village Hall on the posting board outside the front door as well.

A Public Hearing is scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. before the regular Council Meeting. Please click here to view the notice.

We are excited to launch the first-ever Berrien Springs Walking Challenge June 16 – September 16, 2025! This is a great way to discover and explore the natural beauty of our Village this summer.

Please click here to view details on how to participate. This document contains the details and the official walking routes. If you complete 7 walks, post each one with a hashtag, and send an email to confirm, you will be entered into a raffle!

The Village of Berrien Springs is accepting bids from qualified landscape design and maintenance firms for landscaping 13-14 downtown flower beds, including both planting and first-year maintenance. Bids should be based on existing plans but may include alternative suggestions.

Bids must be submitted by 1:00 p.m. on September 08, 2025. Please click here additional details and how to submit your bid.

We're officially transitioning to Lakeshore Recycling and Disposal for our trash and recycling services! Please read the important details below to ensure a smooth transition:

1. Republic Services Can Pick-Up

• Please place your Republic Services trash and recycling cans out on the evening of Thursday, September 4.
• Republic will begin collecting their cans on Friday, September 5.
• If your cans are not picked up that day, leave them out—they will continue collecting into the following week until all are retrieved.
• If you have extra bins through Republic Services, you will need to contact Republic at 269-266-5545 or 269-266-5563 to cancel the additional bins if you do not wish to continue with Republic.

2. Lakeshore Trash Pickup Starts

• Put your new Lakeshore trash bin out on the evening of Thursday, September 4.
• Trash pickup will take place Friday, September 5 (due to the Labor Day holiday). Thursday will still be normal trash pickup day except for holidays.

3. Recycling Service Begins September 11

• Put out both your trash and recycling bins on the evening of Wednesday, September 10. They will both be collected on Thursday, September 11.
• Recycling will now be collected every other week (bi-weekly).

4. View the 2025 Trash & Recycling Schedule

📌 Please click here to view the new 2025 Trash and Recycling Schedule.

📌 Please click here to view a helpful guide on what items are recyclable.

If you have questions, please call the Village Hall at 269-473-6921 and press extension # 1.

Thank you for your cooperation as we make this transition to better serve our community!

The Village of Berrien Springs has officially begun the N. Mechanic Street Infrastructure Improvement Project, which started on June 30, 2025, and is expected to continue through September 22, 2025.

Project Communication

• Door hangers have been distributed, and Village personnel have visited all impacted properties to ensure clear communication.
• Wightman Engineering also provided notices to residents regarding the start of early work, including gravel placement and trench preparation.
• If you received a flyer requesting your communication preference, please be sure to submit your information so we can keep you updated in the most convenient way for you.

Tentative Schedule for This Week

• Monday, September 1: Labor Day – no work
• Tuesday – Thursday, September 2 – 4: Road grading & restoration
• Friday, September 5: Rain/Contingency day

Ongoing Updates

We will provide weekly updates on project process. Please note this is a live and active construction project, and scheduling may change due to weather or other unforeseen conditions.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve N. Mechanic Street and enhance the infrastructure within our Village.

Questions?

Please contact Village Hall at (269) 473-6921 or email cec@villageofberriensprings.com.

Pajay Excavating Inc., under contract with the Village of Berrien Springs, will be working on underground utility improvements along Mechanic Street, from Kephart Lane to Washington Street. Residents affected by the construction will receive door knockers with specific dates when work is scheduled in front of their homes.

⚠Temporary Access Disruptions

Driveway access may be limited during active construction. Residents are asked to park along Mechanic Street between Washington and Hamilton Streets during this time. Please coordinate directly with onsite representatives if needed. Expect minor traffic delays in the area.

📞Questions? Contact:

• Brian Jannert (Field Rep): (269) 421-1973
• Dimetric White (Field Rep): (269) 308-2075
• Melanie Stanage (Project Manager): (269) 655-6404

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our village infrastructure.

As we actively work to improve community activities, we invite residents to share their ideas and preferences regarding local events. These events play a key role in building community spirit, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and bringing our public spaces to life.

Your feedback on the types of events you want to see, how often they should occur, and any other suggestions will help us tailor offerings that best meet the needs of our community.

Please fill out this quick survey by clicking the link above.

Thank you for helping us create a more welcoming and engaging Village for all.

On July 5, 2024, Berrien County filed its Notice of Intent to prepare the Materials Management Plan (MMP) and has become the County Approval Agency as required per Part 115, Solid Waste Management, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act,1994 PA 451, as amended. The MMP will be a multi-county plan among Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. Information about the MMP Planning Committee, along with committee meeting notices, will be posted at www.swmpc.org/materials_mngt.asp. MMP Committee Meetings are open to the public.

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