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1. Where do I get a dog license?

Dog Licenses are available at the following locations:

Manistee County Treasurer, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660. Contact us at (231) 723-3173.

Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, 736 Paws Trail, PO Box 144, Manistee, MI 49660. Contact them at (231) 723-7387; Hours are Wed 12-6 or Thurs-Sat 12-4.

Manistee County Animal Control, 736 Paws Trail, PO Box 144, Manistee, MI 49660. Contact J.R. Nelson at (231) 723-3170. Kennel License are also sold here.

2. When are my taxes due?

The City of Manistee collects property taxes in the summer and winter for itself and other taxing jurisdictions. Summer bills are due August 20. Winter bills are due February 14. All payments must be received in the city offices on or before the due date or they will be considered late. Postmarks are not accepted. After these dates, penalties and interest will apply. If you want a receipt, please enclose a self -addressed stamped envelope with your tax payment. Please make checks payable to the City of Manistee.

3. Where do I pay my taxes if they are delinquent?

Real property taxes are turned over as delinquent to Manistee County on March 1 and additional fees and penalties will apply. After this date, all taxes must be paid to:
Manistee County Treasurer
415 Third St.
Manistee, MI 49660
Please make sure your checks are made payable to the Manistee County Treasurer.

Personal property taxes are levied on business non-inventory furniture, fixtures and equipment. Every business must annually file a personal property tax statement. If you do not file this statement, the assessor is required to estimate the value of this equipment. Personal property taxes are delinquent as of March 1. The city collects delinquent personal property taxes. If these taxes are not paid, the city can seize the assets and sell them to pay the outstanding taxes

4. Who issues and maintains Vital Records such as Marriage Licenses, Birth Certificates and Death Certificates?

You should contact the Manistee County Clerk's office at:
County Clerk
415 Third Street
Manistee, MI 49660
(231) 723-3331