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Transportation Authority considers changing Ironton Ferry operating hours
Summary
Charlevoix County Transportation Coordinator Joe Kroll proposed seasonal adjustments to Ironton Ferry hours, recommending longer summer evening service and handling signage; the Authority agreed to take the proposal up again at the next meeting.
On Feb. 10, 2026, the Charlevoix County Transportation Authority discussed a proposal to change operating hours for the Ironton Ferry. Transportation Coordinator Joe Kroll recommended setting opening-day through Memorial Day Weekend hours to 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day hours to 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and post-Labor Day hours back to 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Kroll said he would handle all signage to reflect the change.
The adjustment is intended to extend evening service during the peak summer season and restore earlier closing times in the shoulder and off seasons. The proposal was discussed but not finalized; the Authority recorded a consensus to revisit the hours at the next meeting for further consideration and possible formal action.
The change would alter published schedules and require signage updates; Kroll indicated he would coordinate those operational details. No formal vote was taken on the hours at the Feb. 10 meeting.
