City of Taylor Fire Department

06/09/2026

TORNADO WARNING

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05/21/2026

Are you in?

FIRST OF TWO CITYWIDE GARAGE SALES: The City of Taylor will again offer two free Citywide Garage Sale periods in 2026, the first May 22-31 and the second August 14-23.

Each of these periods will enable participants to have two full weekends of garage sales, should weather be a problem during one of the weekends. No permit is required to hold your garage sale during these dates only.

Residents hosting sales should hold them in relatively open areas.

Residents hosting sales on their property should provide disposal containers, lined with plastic bags, that can be easily sealed and disposed of, during and after their events.

Keep any advertising signage for your sale out of public rights-of-way, or easements.

When any citywide rummage sale ends, unwanted items can be disposed of at the Taylor Hills Transfer Station and Compost Site at 16300 Racho Road Mondays through Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Residents will be required to use any available free dump privileges or pay the cost to dispose of any unwanted items. No commercial dumping is permitted. No explosives, autos and auto parts, boats, concrete, hazardous waste, compost materials, tree branches, or tires will be accepted.

05/12/2026

TAKE NOTE

LOT TO CLOSE MAY 20: City Hall visitors should be advised that on Wednesday, May 20, the front parking lot (photo attached showing the area) will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. A crane will be using this area to install the new HVAC equipment.
Visitors should use the Pine Street lot that day and we encourage the use of the Pine Street entrance as much as possible on this date.
The front entrance (Goddard Road) to City Hall will remain open, but the parking lot will be closed.
If this date changes due to weather or any unforeseen circumstances, an update will be published.

05/08/2026

Get ready!

Letter carriers with the U.S. Postal Service will hit the streets on Saturday, May 9, to deliver patrons’ mail, of course, and to gather donated non-perishable food from residents for the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

05/06/2026

TAKE NOTE!

Beginning at 5 a.m. May 9 and running through May 11, drivers should expect plenty of challenges along the I-94 work zone.

05/01/2026

Big day at the 23rd District Court - Taylor, MI

04/30/2026

DON'T FORGET!

HERITAGE PARK CLEAN-UP DAY, an annual event in Taylor that goes back more than a decade, is scheduled for the morning of Saturday, May 2. Volunteers are asked to meet in the Pardee Road parking lot of Heritage Park, in front of the Sheridan Open Air Pavilion, by 9 a.m. that morning. The clean-up usually involves walking through the park and picking up paper and other debris. The event lasts two hours. Clean-up founder Jim Taylor will address volunteers before they are dispatched throughout the park. Volunteers should dress the part, including boots and gloves (although disposable plastic gloves will be provided). Bags and buckets will be provided. “Participation certificates” will be provided if needed. For more information, call Jim Taylor at (734) 666-8968.

04/28/2026

PROBATIONARY PERIOD OVER: Fire Chief Stephen Portis and Deputy Chief Al Young, among others, recently congratulated Alex Alvarez upon the end of his probationary period with the Taylor Fire Department. Probation lasts approximately a year with the department. Alvarez is now officially a fire medic. Taylor Fire has been extremely busy over the past year, increasing its volume by 4.5 percent from 2024-25 and setting an all-time high with 10,283 calls for service.

04/24/2026

Get ready, third graders!

THE 23RD DISTRICT COURT will host its fourth annual Law Day on May 1. The 2026 Law Day theme “The Rule of Law and the American Dream” encourages us to recognize the rule of law and how it ensures citizens have the right to live freely to pursue their dreams.
Students from the Taylor School District will be invited to the 23rd District Court to learn about the Constitution and the rights and freedoms it provides to every citizen.
The Taylor Police Department, Taylor Fire Department, Michigan State Police and several other state and federal agencies are participating in the event.
“As Americans it is crucial we understand the importance of the rule of law, our Constitution, and the rights the Constitution provides,” Chief Judge Victoria Shackelford said. “The rule of law means that everyone, regardless of who they are, must be treated fairly under the law. The rule of law and the rights granted to us in the Constitution allow us to pursue our dreams and goals.
“I am hopeful learning the importance of our Constitution will foster good citizenship in Taylor students that will guide them throughout life.”
During the event, displays and booths will be set up from various agencies such as the Taylor Police Department, Taylor Fire Department, Michigan State Police, Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Drug Enforcement Agency, Detroit Metro SWAT Airport Police, Neighborhood Defenders Office, Wayne County Prosecutors Office, the Taylor Federation of Teachers, Corewell Health and more.
“We are all very excited at the court about this year’s Law Day celebration,” Judge Shackelford continued. “The theme of the rule of law, the Constitution, and the American Dream will run throughout the students’ day at the courthouse. The students will also engage in activities that enforce these themes.”
"The theme of this year's Law Day is essential to what makes our country great,” said Michael Wegher, Taylor School District Superintendent. “It is important for everyone to understand the rule of law, and that everyone is equal under the law. From the founding of our nation through the many crises that we have faced, the rule of law is a right that many have fought not just to maintain, but to expand to all.
“I am excited to again see that through our continued partnership with Judge Shackelford and the 23rd District Court, that we can instill in our students the importance of the rule of law and how it is essential to all American citizens.”
The event will be held at the courthouse and be open to all third graders. Judge Shackelford hopes to continue Law Day into the future and believes the judicial system should play a role in encouraging young people to be good citizens who participate in their democracy.
NOTE: The photo is from last year's Law Day celebration.

04/23/2026

Get involved!

HERITAGE PARK CLEAN-UP DAY, an annual event in Taylor that goes back more than a decade, is scheduled for the morning of Saturday, May 2. Volunteers are asked to meet in the Pardee Road parking lot of Heritage Park, in front of the Sheridan Open Air Pavilion, by 9 a.m. that morning. The clean-up usually involves walking through the park and picking up paper and other debris. The event lasts two hours. Clean-up founder Jim Taylor will address volunteers before they are dispatched throughout the park. Volunteers should dress the part, including boots and gloves (although disposable plastic gloves will be provided). Bags and buckets will be provided. “Participation certificates” will be provided if needed. For more information, call Jim Taylor at (734) 666-8968.