Benton Harbor Police Services
The Public Safety department seeks to prevent crime, violence, and fires by educating and building relationships with our community. If you have an emergency please call 911.
Port of Opportunities
Benton Harbor Fire Services
If you have an emergency please call 911. We provide fire safety, fire prevention and investigation, smoke detector usage, and information to keep our residents safe.
Benton Harbor Code Compliance
Our combined codes ensure that structures are built safely, property is well maintained, and residents are granted permission for certain activities in a fair and equitable manner.
Benton Harbor Public Works
Use our convenient online services to pay your taxes or utility bills (water and trash services).
Community & Economic Development
The Community and Economic Development (CED) department strives to foster a better quality of life for Benton Harbor residents. Learn more about the Vacant Lot Revitalization Purchase Program and the Community Development Block Grant Program.
City Assessor
Tax assessments are mailed out every year in February. Click below for information on your assessment, tax forms, and to view an assessing calendar. Through the Step Forward Michigan program, you may be eligible for an interest-free loan to assist you with tax payments if you have had a qualifying hardship.
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Employment Application
Medical Marijuana Announcements
Requests for Proposals
RFP – Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope(s) on or before October 4, 2019, at 4 P.M.
Public Notices
Registration Notice – General Election
November 5, 2019
Notice of Public Accuracy Test
October 24, 2019
Board and Committee Vacancies
October 14, 2019
Notice of Ordinance Amendment
September 17, 2019
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City of Benton Harbor Citizen’s Guide on Michigan Department of Treasury’s website
City of Benton Harbor Citizen’s Guide
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Financial Information on the City of Benton Harbor
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