City of Owosso Government

09/07/2026

The 2026 National Night Out event was a huge success, and we want to thank everyone who came out, brought their families, met our first responders, enjoyed the activities, and helped make the night so special. ❤️

A special thank you to all of our sponsors who helped make National Night Out possible. Your generosity and support allowed us to provide activities, entertainment, and a great evening for the families of Owosso. We couldn't have done it without you! 👏

Now it's time to mark your calendars...

📅 National Night Out 2027
🗓️ Tuesday, August 3, 2027
📍 Owosso Public Safety Building

🚔 More first responders
🚒 More vehicles & equipment
🎯 More activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More family fun
🤝 And, most importantly, more opportunities to connect with our community!

Save the date — August 3, 2027!

08/27/2026

Train Derailment Causes Road Closures in Owosso

Owosso, Michigan – August 27, 2026 — A train derailment in Owosso has resulted in up to six rail cars overturning and blocking several area intersections.

The affected rail cars are carrying soybeans. There are no hazardous materials involved in the derailment.

The derailment has resulted in road closures at:

Cedar Street
Main Street (M-21)
Chipman Street

Emergency personnel, railroad representatives, and cleanup crews are currently working to clean up the spilled soybeans and safely remove the overturned rail cars. The cleanup and removal process is expected to take some time.

Motorists are asked to avoid the affected areas and use alternate routes until the roads can be safely reopened. Drivers should not attempt to bypass barricades or enter the closed areas.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

08/25/2026

🚑 New Ambulance for the Owosso Fire Department!

We’re excited to introduce the newest addition to the Owosso Fire Department — a 2027 Osage Type III ambulance built on a Ford F-450 chassis.

This new ambulance is equipped with a Stryker Power Pro 2 powered cot and a Stryker Xpedition powered stair chair, providing our crews with some of the latest equipment available to safely and efficiently care for our patients.

Over the next week, our crews will be transferring equipment from the current ambulance into the new unit and getting everything set up and ready for service. There’s always a little work involved in putting a new ambulance into operation, but we’re looking forward to getting it on the road!

The ambulance was purchased with assistance from a $116,500 USDA Community Facilities Grant, which helped make this important investment in our emergency medical services possible.

We’re grateful for the grant funding and the continued support of our community. This new ambulance will help us continue providing the high-quality emergency medical care that our residents have come to expect from the Owosso Fire Department. ❤️🚑

08/24/2026

The Labor Day Bridge Walk is getting close!

Labor Day Bridge Walk!

08/24/2026

🚔 Meet the 2026–2027 Owosso Police School Resource Officers! 🏫

This year’s team includes Officer Dave Stone, Officer Jason Schmitz, Officer Shaun Alcodray, and Officer Matt Henry.

A special welcome to Officer Shaun Alcodray, who is joining the SRO team and will be serving at the Owosso Middle School.

We're lucky to have these four representing the Owosso Police Department in our schools.

Have a great school year Owosso.

08/20/2026

School is back in Owosso! 🚸

Today is the first day of school for Owosso students, which means more kids will be walking and riding their bikes to and from school.

As you're driving through our school zones, please slow down, pay attention, and watch for students and our crossing guards. Our crossing guards play an important role in helping students safely get across the street, and we want to make sure they get home safely too.

When a crossing guard is holding a stop sign, please stop and give them plenty of room. Never try to drive around a crossing guard or the traffic they are stopping.

We appreciate all of our crossing guards and the time they put in each day to help keep our kids safe. And to everyone behind the wheel, a little extra patience and awareness can go a long way.

Slow down, stay alert, and help us keep our students and crossing guards safe!

08/17/2026

We’re Hiring: Finance Director

The City of Owosso is seeking a dynamic and experienced municipal finance professional to serve as our next Finance Director!

The Finance Director is a key member of the City Manager’s executive team and serves as a strategic financial advisor to the City Council and City Manager, helping oversee the financial operations of our full-service community.

Interested? Review the full job description here: https://www.ci.owosso.mi.us/Departments-Services/Human-Resources

First review of resumes will begin Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this post!

08/14/2026

Keeping the TMB Cool! 🚒💦🎶

The Owosso High School Bands has been working hard getting ready for another season, and with the temperatures climbing, we figured they deserved a little cool-down!

The Owosso Fire Department stopped by with the fire hose and gave the band members a chance to cool off, have some fun, and get completely soaked.

Good luck this season, TMB! We’ll be cheering you on—and we’ll be ready with the hose if you need another cool-down! 🚒💦💙💛

08/12/2026

A Note on the Recent Court Ruling Regarding Water & Sewer Connection Fees

Some residents have asked about a recent circuit court ruling on Owosso's water and sewer connection fees. Here's a quick summary:

This ruling affects only connection fees for new construction and new development — it does not change existing water/sewer rates or bills for current residents. There's no impact to your service or your bill.

Owosso reasonably set its connection fees so new development helps pay its own way onto the system, rather than existing ratepayers subsidizing new growth. The court disagreed. We're waiting on the final order before deciding next steps with our attorney.

This comes as the city manages roughly $208 million in needed water/sewer infrastructure improvements, with $141 million committed over the next five years.

08/04/2026

⏰ Today is National Night Out! 🎉

The wait is over! We're excited to welcome everyone to the Owosso for an evening of community fun, family activities, and opportunities to connect with your local first responders.

Join us for a fun-filled event featuring:

🚔 Police, fire, EMS, and public works vehicles and equipment
🤝 Community organizations and City departments
🎯 Interactive activities and games
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the whole family
❤️ Meet your local police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and City staff

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and spend the evening with us as we celebrate the partnerships that help make Owosso a safer and stronger community.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Owosso Public Safety Building
202 S. Water St., Owosso