A Little Slice of American Pie
High School to College Without Leaving Home
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City of Olivet, 117 S. Main St., Olivet, MI 49076 P.O. Box 367
(269) 749-4961
Welcome to the City of Olivet website. If you're not familiar with the City of Olivet, it's located in the southwest part of Michigan, and consumes a one-square mile of land in Eaton County. Though a one-square mile of land is not big by any stretch of the imagination, the quality of life mixed with the beauty of the Michigan Great Outdoors makes it seem a whole lot bigger.
The 2am to 6am parking restriction has been revised. Instead of being effective Nov1 through April1, the parking ordinance is now effective 365 days a year. So keep in mind, April 1st of this year does not end the restriction; the revision is already in effective.
Also, keep in mind that you won't find signs idicating this throughout the city. The city will be updating the signs at city entrances to reflect this change, which will serve as the official notification of this ordinance.
If you walk down the tree lined streets of Olivet, you'll see the pride the residents take in their homes, while at the same time feeling the comfort of the Small Town Atmosphere.
Another great aspect of Olivet is the educational experience from K through 12. Children living in the Olivet school district or attending Olivet Public Schools through 'School of Choice', start out at Fern Persons Elementary where they are taught and nurtured by dedicated teachers. By the third grade they are literate, respectful young Eagles, and are prepared for math and other subjects that can be challenging as they progress through their scholastic career.
Click the school pics to visit each webpage. You may also click just one, and visit the others via the same link.
Olivet's K-12 education is no doubt among the best, but that's not the only educational advantage available to the youth. Olivet is also home to Olivet College, which means graduating Eagles have the opportunity to attend a four year university without leaving home.
One of the parks in Olivet is by far the most fun, and is hands-down the most special.
Formally known as Independence Park, Trenton Shrontz Memorial Park is the fruit of community sweat and tears, and named after a local young man who passed unexpectedly.
Though Olivet does have a lot to offer in terms of comfortable living, there are some things that are limited. Luckily for our residents, Olivet is located near several large cities with plenty of employment opportunity, entertainment, and other amenities you would expect from big city life; so they actually get the best of both worlds. The best part is these cities are only a short drive away. Visit the city links below to find out more information.
In addition to Trenton Shrontz Memorial Park there's a public baseball field, basketball courts, and a pool and outside tennis courts that Olivet College has opened up for public use.
Trenton Shrontz will never be forgotten by this community, thanks to the Shrontz family's generous donation; as well as other donations from local businesses and individuals.
In addition to the monetary donations given, the Shrontz family along with the community chipped in, and helped build this visual memory.
In addition to the city links, the State of Michigan website is provided below, and offers a wealth of information on a wide variety of topics; including links to other Michigan towns, employment, and entertainment.
CURFEW - As a reminder, the City of Olivet does have a Curfew Ordinance, and is applicable as follows:
Children U/17 - Curfew is 12am
Children U/14 - Curfew is 11pm
Children U/12 - Curfew is 10pm
THANK YOU! Charlotte Whitney for the beautiful paintings you so generously donated to the citizens of Olivet. Your creativity and exceptional talent, like the moments in Olivet History you colorfully recreated, will be cherished and protected by this and all other generations to come.