Onaway Police Department

Portal Home City Government About Your City Government Welcome to your Onaway City Government Page. Here you will find information about how your city government works, who works for the City of Onaway, tax & zoning information as well as other information about Onaway City Government. The City of Onaway exists as a Home Rule City within the State of Michigan. Onaway was incorporated as a village in 1899, and as a City in 1901. A mayor and four city commissioners are elected to oversee the City’s operations. A city manager is appointed and employed by the commission to handle the City’s day-to-day business. The manager oversees all other City employees. City charter – The City operates within the laws of the State of Michigan through its municipal charter. A copy of the Onaway City Charter is attached hereto . Non-emergency: (989) 733-8313. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Onaway city, MI has an estimated population of 701.