Welcome to Sparta
Welcome to the Village of Sparta, Michigan
The warm and friendly Village of Sparta is located just north of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Sparta is a great place to raise a family and grow a business.
Sparta Is Tradition. On this website, you'll find information about our parks, finances, news/announcements, and departments of the Village, as well as important links to the community, resources and document downloads.
Whether you are a long-time resident or new to the area, we want to help you, and we are glad you're here.
Get Your Utility Bills By Email
Now you can have your utility bills emailed to you. Sign up for paperless utility billing from the Village of Sparta.
Visit our Water, Sewer and Utilities page to learn more.
2025 Utility Rate Schedule
Please see the attached file for the current 2025 Utility Rates & Fees.
Download a File:
2025 Utility Fee Schedule (PDF)
Online Bill Pay
The Village of Sparta has recently switched over to BS&A Online to process water/sewer bills and property tax payments. Click here to pay your bill online.
Residents are encouraged to create a BS&A Online account, although it is not required to make a payment. Setting up an account will allow you to see the payment history, receipts, water usage, and more. You can pay with cash, credit card, and check through our office at 156 E Division Street or via US mail to pay fees.
Payments will be posted in real-time, so as soon as you enter your payment, it will automatically be deducted from your account. Please note there is a fee of 3% when you pay with a credit card with a minimum fee of $2.00.
Village News & Notes
Press Release
*****Hydrant Flushing*****
Village of Sparta
Issued: 9/2/2025
Sparta, MI – The Village of Sparta will conduct its annual Fall Hydrant Flushing and Maintenance Program, weather permitting, beginning Monday, September 8, 2024, with a tentative end date of Thursday, September 19, 2024.
During this time, residents may notice occasional decreases in water pressure and slight cloudiness in the water. Most residents will see no noticeable change in their water supply. If your water appears cloudy, allow it to run for several minutes until it clears.
Important Reminder: This is also an ideal time to flush your water heater to remove sediment buildup, improve efficiency, and help maintain water quality throughout your home.
Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance activity performed twice yearly by the Village. This program ensures the continued safety and reliability of our water system, confirming that fire hydrants throughout the Village are fully operational in the event of an emergency.
Residents with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact William Hunter, Director of Public Works, Village of Sparta, at 616-887-9303.
For updates and additional information, please visit the Village of Sparta website or follow us on social media.
Brush & Grass Clippings Pick-Up 2025
Brush and Grass Clipping Bag(s) Pickup Details:
Brush Pick-Up:
• Start Date: April 7, 2025.
• Schedule: Brush will be collected on the first Monday of each month.
• Brush Size Limit: Brush size is limited to a maximum diameter of 4 inches. Larger materials will not be collected.
Placement:
• Place brush between the sidewalk and curb, not on the street.
• Align smaller branches with cut ends facing the road. Larger branches should have cut ends facing in the direction of traffic flow.
Monthly Brush Pick-Up Dates:
• April 7
• May 5
• June 2
• July 7
• August 4
• September 8
• October 6
Grass Clipping Pick-Up:
• Start Date: April 7, 2025.
• Schedule: Grass clippings will be picked up weekly.
• Set-Out Time: Grass clipping bags must be placed out by 7:00 AM on Monday each week.
•Grass Clipping Bags:
• Grass clippings must be placed in recyclable (paper) bags.
• Each bag must weigh no more than 50 pounds. Bags exceeding this weight will not be collected.
• Place grass-clipping bags next to the brush pile (if it is also a brush day).
Additional Instructions:
• Do not block sidewalks with brush or grass-clipping bags.
• Do not mix leaves, garden waste, or grass clippings with brush piles.
• Brush exceeding 4 inches in diameter will not be accepted during this time.
End of Service:
The last day for brush and grass pick-up will be October 7th.
Prohibited Items:
• No commercial dumping, stumps, or root balls are allowed.
• No plastic bags for grass clippings.
For any questions or additional information, please contact:
• The Village Office at (616) 887-8251
• DPW staff at (616) 887-9303
