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1. What is the state of Michigan minimum hourly wage?

As of January 1, 2016, the Michigan Minimum Hourly Wage is as follows:

• Age 18 and Older: $8.50 per hour
• Minors Age 16 to 17: $7.25 per hour
• Tipped Employees: $3.23 per hour

Additional Contact Information

• Federal Wage and Hour Division: 866-487-9243
• Michigan Wage and Hour Division: 517-284-7800

2. Where can I get a work permit?

Work permit forms are available at the middle schools, high schools, and the Career Center. To check on Work Permit office hours, please call:

• Career Center Main Office - 734-744-2816
• Churchill Guidance Office - 734-744-2650
• Emerson Counseling Office - 734-744-2667
• Franklin All Offices Alpha by Assistant Principal - 734-744-2655
• Frost Main Office - 734-744-2670
• Holmes Counseling Office - 734-744-2675
• Stevenson Main Office - 734-744-2660

For specific work permit questions, please call the Career Center at 734-744-2816.

3. Where can I get Lifeguard certification?

• City of Livonia Recreation Center: Call the Swim Lesson Hotline at 734-466-2934 for class schedule. Must be age 15 or older to take the class.
• Livonia Family YMCA: Contact the YMCA at 734-261-2161, ext. 213.