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, history, finances, 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)
Pay Your Water/Sewer Bill Online
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. We will NOT be able to accept credit card payments for permits or other fees at this time. You will need to pay with a check or cash through our office at 156 E Division Street or via US mail to pay fees. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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
New Village of Sparta RFP's
The Village of Sparta has released two additional RFP's, both of which are due February 20th, 2025 at 2pm. Details can be found in the attached documents. One is for Lead Service line replacements. The other is for driveway and drainage upgrades to our Water Treatment Facility.
Download a File:
Water Treatment Plant Driveway & Drainage (PDF)
Lead Service Line Replacement RPF (PDF)
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
Invitation to Bid: Village of Sparta Offices and DPW Building
The Village of Sparta is excited to announce an opportunity for contractors to bid on the construction of our new Offices and Department of Public Works (DPW) building.
Bidding Information:
Attached below, you will find the detailed bidding information and project requirements.
Important Dates:
- Bid Submission Deadline: January 30, 2025, by 2:00 PM
If you have any questions regarding the bidding process, or bidding documents, please contact:
Robert Andrus
We look forward to receiving your bid and partnering with a contractor who shares our vision for this important project.
Download a File:
Bid Form, (PDF)
Instructions to Bidders (PDF)
RFI (PDF)
Request for Proposal DPW Building Demolition
The Village of Sparta is seeking responses to the attached RFP by 2:00pm Thursday January 30th.
For any questions contact Bill Hunter, DPW Director by email.
Download a File:
Addendum No. 3 (PDF)
Addendum No. 2 (PDF)
Addendum No. 1 (PDF)
RFP Specs (PDF)
Brush & Leaf Drop-off Closure/Policy Change
The Village of Sparta announces the permanent closure of the brush and leaf drop-off site at the DPW Garage, located at 276 W Division, effective January 2, 2025. This closure is necessary to prepare for the demolition of the existing garage and the construction of a new Village complex at this location.
Due to ongoing construction activities, drop-off services will be unsafe. To assist residents during this transition, Village staff will resume monthly brush pick-up services in the spring. Additionally, leaf collection will also take place in the spring to aid in seasonal clean-up efforts. As previously announced, village staff will also be collecting Christmas Trees curbside, see that announcement for details.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we move forward with this exciting project to enhance our community. For questions or more information, please contact the Village of Sparta Department of Public Works at 616-887-9303.
Thank you for your continued support.
History of Sparta
The first settlers who arrived in the area of Sparta, Michigan in 1844 discovered rich land and abundant streams.
The first railroad reached Sparta in 1872, linking the community with Grand Rapids and ensuring the progress and prosperity of the area.
Most of Sparta’s settlers were farmers. Today, along with its agricultural and industrial base, Sparta has developed services from banking to retail and offers easy access to a major metropolitan area.
Sparta has two museums in operation today reflecting on the history of the establishment of Sparta with the Myers Schoolhouse Museum and the T.S. & M Railroad Depot.
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Learn More about the History of Sparta
