Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Central Dispatch General Questions
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Smart911 allows citizens to provide the additional details that 911 call takers may need in order to assist them during an emergency.Central Dispatch General Questions
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If you accidentally dial 911 don’t hang up. If you call 911, as soon as you hit the send button the call will be completed no matter how fast you hang up.Central Dispatch General Questions
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If you would like to have a presentation from one of our staff, please fill out the request form linked below.Central Dispatch General Questions
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Central Dispatch General Questions
If you are at a place of business, you can go inside the business and ask to have the vehicle owner paged. If you notice a dog in a car and you feel that the temperature inside the car is not acceptable and the dog does not appear to be properly cared for (having food, water, and acceptable temperature) or is in distress, please contact Central Dispatch at 231-922-4550.
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Emergency dispatchers need to get accurate information to allow emergency responders to make the best decision on how to approach the situation. To learn more, please visit theCentral Dispatch General Questions
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If it is not an emergency but you still would like to speak with an officer or file a complaint you are asked to call the non-emergent line at 231-922-4550.Central Dispatch General Questions
If you are unsure whether you have an emergency or not, dial 911. -
If you are wanting to report information or tips on drug related crimes that aren’t currently happening, please call TNT at 231-922-0993.Central Dispatch General Questions
If you are witnessing something currently happening, then you need to call 911 to report it. -
Central Dispatch General Questions
Burn permits are issued by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for the purpose of burning large amounts of brush or natural vegetation. For more information, please visit the