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MEETING
Next City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Caspian-Gaastra Fire Hall
City Commission meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month and are open to the public.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Fall Clean Up – Saturday, October 17
Caspian residents only: GFL Environmental will be in the City Hall parking lot from 8 am to 12 noon, or until the truck is full. Bring a Caspian water bill or piece of mail and a picture ID.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Sewer Rate Increase
The residential sewer rate is increasing by $5 per month, to $46, to meet a State of Michigan (EGLE) staffing mandate at the WICSA treatment plant. Read why the increase was necessary.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Water & Sewer Ordinance Amendments
The City has amended its Water and Sewer Ordinances, effective August 4, 2026. New customers must now cover their own connection costs — including any sidewalk and roadway restoration — and connection contractors must be approved by the City before construction.
ANNOUNCEMENT
DPW Building Update
The new Caspian Department of Public Works is coming along nicely. Stop by the project between the ice rink and fire hall on Museum Dr.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Now Accepting Credit Card Payments
The City of Caspian now accepts credit card payments for city services and property taxes online.
NOTICE
Blight Ordinance Enforcement
Violations carry a $500 fine after 15 days notice. Subsequent infractions within 6 months carry additional $500 fines plus enforcement costs.
ABOUT CASPIAN
Where nature meets Community
The City of Caspian is nestled in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan's beautiful Iron County. With over 805 residents, our clean, welcoming community is the perfect place to live, visit, or do business. Enjoy top-notch outdoor recreation — hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, skiing, and more — along with local gems like the Iron County Museum, Apple Blossom Trail, and the Duke of Abruzzi Lodge. We offer an Industrial Park, residential lots for sale, and some of the best ethnic cooking in the state. Come explore and see for yourself!
More importantly, we hope you will visit us when you are up in the "NORTH COUNTRY." It will be a visit and experience we think you will treasure always.
Government
City council meetings, ordinances, and public records for the City of Caspian.
Assessing
Property assessment information, tax records, and valuation details.
Payments
Now accepting credit card payments for city services and taxes.
Recreation
Apple Blossom Trail, Ice Arena, Iron County Museum, and endless outdoor activities.
Parks & Trails
Hiking, biking, snowmobiling, and four-wheeling through pristine Upper Peninsula wilderness.
Industrial Park
Business opportunities and residential lots available throughout the city.
GET IN TOUCH
Important Numbers
Need help or have a question for the police department? Terry, Chief of Police, is here to assist with community concerns, safety questions, and more. Feel free to reach out during office hours or send a message.
Office located at 1 Museum Dr.
Office phone number 906-265-3223
Police cell phone number 906-284-9756
police email Police@caspiancity.org