How do you pronounce Dowagiac?

Doe-WAH-Jack

Where does the name come from?

It is a Native American word meaning "foraging ground".

What hours is City Hall open?

City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

When does City Council meet?

City Council Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays at 7:00 pm.

How do I get on the agenda for Council?

At the beginning of each council meeting there is a scheduled time to receive comments from the audience. This time is for general issues. However, if you wish to have City Council act on something, please contact the City Manager's office or the City Clerks office as early as possible.

How do I get to Dowagiac?

Getting Here & Getting Around

How do I contact your offices?

City Directory

What Townships make up the Dowagiac area?

Dowagiac City is bordered to the Northwest by Silver Creek Township, to the Northeast by Wayne Township, to the Southeast by LaGrange Township, and to the Southwest by Pokagon Township.

What is happening in Dowagiac?

Dowagiac Events Calendar

Check fuses/breakers to see if they may have tripped or blown If fuses/breakers are ok, call the DPS Emergency number at (269) 782-8200 immediately to have personnel check for a problem NOTE: The City is responsible for the power line and the connection from the pole to the house - all other wiring and equipment is the customer's responsibility and they should call an electrician.

What should I do if I have a water leak?

If the leak is in the house (i.e. faucets, etc.), the resident is responsible for the repairs If the leak is at the meter, contact DPS at (269) 782-8200 to make an appointment to check the meter connection If the leak is outside the house, contact DPS to check NOTE: The City is responsible from the street to the property line and the meter only. All other plumbing lines and valves (including main shut-off valve) is the responsibility of the homeowner.

What should I do if I have a water back up?

If water is backing up in the home without having used the water, call the DPS Emergency number at (269) 782-8200 immediately, there may be a problem with the water main If there is water backing up when using the facilities, it may be a problem inside the house and you should notify a plumber

What should I do if I have a sewer back up?

Call the DPS Emergency number at 269-782-8200 immediately, there may be a problem in the sewer service line or the sewer main   A. DPS personnel will come out and check the clean out and/or main in front of the residence to see if the main is clear     1. If the main is clear, DPS personnel will advise resident to contact a plumber to clean the sewer line     2. When a plumber is called to clean a sewer line, the plumber must notify the City while the rods are still in the sewer line for verification of stoppage location     3. If a plumber is called, location is verified, and stoppage is found to be on City property, you may file a claim with the City by calling the Human Resource Manager at (269) 782-2195   B. If the main is plugged, DPS personnel will clean the sewer main If a resident has damage due to a sewer back up, they may file a claim with the City by contacting the Human Resource Manager at (269) 782-2195. NOTE: The City is responsible for the sewer main in the street and service laterals to the property line. All sewer lines and drains on the property are the homeowner's responsibility and a plumber should be contacted. Should the stoppage be located on City property, the plumber must notify the City while the rods are still in the sewer line for verification of stoppage location so the City can make permanent repairs.

What should I do if I notice sewer gas odors?

Generally, this is the customer's problem and flushing floor drains or seldom-used sink drains with water will take care of it If the sewer gas smell is very noticeable outside of the residence, contact the DPS office at (269) 782-8200 to have personnel investigate (may have problem with sewer main/service lateral)