Ottawa County Email Format
Government AdministrationMichigan, United States501-1000 Employees
Ottawa County is a county government located in the southwestern section of Michigan's lower peninsula, with a coastline along Lake Michigan. It provides essential public services across administrative, law enforcement, judicial, and health domains to residents, prioritizing high-quality, cost-effective delivery and transparent operations. The county employs a workforce in the mid-size range, reflecting its role in delivering local government services. Located in the southwestern Michigan lower peninsula, Ottawa County lies along Lake Michigan to the west and is situated with Grand Rapids nearby to the east. The area features extensive natural resources, including 307 miles of rivers and streams, two state parks, and more than 35 county parks and open spaces. In April 2020 Ottawa County launched a COVID-19 tracking dashboard to share case data with the public.