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Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review administrative reports and discuss the welcome sign for the North End District.

• Welcome Sign North End District

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Genesee County Youth Advisory. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Genesee County Youth Advisory

City Council

The City Council will vote on road improvement projects, including a paving petition for Montcalm and Day St. The body is also reviewing a contract for road resurfacing and an ordinance amendment regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses.

• Contract with Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for Burton Estates Road Resurfacing 26-004-P for $602,566.25
• Paving petition and assessment for Montcalm and Day St (Project #26-012-P)
• Budget amendment to increase Burton Estates funds by $33,500
• Attorney billing payments of $1,770.00 (Odette) and $1,082.80 (Miller Johnson)
• First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 157 regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance requests. These include proposals to build multi-family housing in single-family zones and a request for temporary signage.

• ZBA 26-12: Request for 16-foot side yard setback for a garage at 5256 E. Bristol Rd.
• ZBA 26-13: Request to build duplexes at the corner of Lippincott & Genesee Rd.
• ZBA 26-14: Request for temporary signage at 5515 Davison Rd. (BiggBy Coffee).
• ZBA 26-15: Request to build a duplex on a vacant parcel on Davison Rd.

Planning Commission

The Burton Planning Commission will consider a special use application to add a pre‑manufactured concrete patch plant at G‑3328 Kleinpell St., a parcel zoned M‑2. The commission will also review several site plan applications, including a new gasoline sales and convenience store with drive‑through at 4154 Davison Rd., and an ordinance amendment affecting C‑2 general business permitted uses. Additional administrative site plan reviews cover parking additions, a Spirit Halloween location, a beauty salon, a private school training center, and a tire wholesale distribution.

• Special Use BCPC Case #26-28: request for concrete patch plant at G‑3328 Kleinpell St., parcel 59‑28‑555‑006 (zoned M‑2)
• Site Plan Review SPR 26‑32: gasoline sales, convenience store and drive‑through at 4154 Davison Rd. (zoned C‑2)
• Public Hearing Case No. 339: ordinance amendment to Chapter 157 affecting C‑2 general business permitted uses
• Administrative SPR 26‑25: parking addition at 4180 Davison Rd. (zoned C‑2)
• Administrative SPR 26‑31: tire wholesale distribution at 4072 Flint Asphalt Dr. (zoned M‑2)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss planning for upcoming seasonal activities and review park updates. The body will also consider whether to hold holiday home decoration contests and a potential business division for those contests.

• Trick or Treat Trail planning
• Christmas Tree lighting
• Pizza with Santa
• Holiday Home Decoration Contests
• Park Updates

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission will meet to approve the printing of ballots and authorize public accuracy testing for the August 4, 2026, Primary Election. The body will also appoint election workers for the event.

• Authorize printing ballots for August 4, 2026 Primary Election
• Authorize Public Accuracy Testing on July 28, 2026
• Authorize appointment of Election Workers for August 4, 2026 Primary Election
• Approval of Election Commission Meeting Minutes from April 14, 2026

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on several financial authorizations, including a $61,952 contract with Zito Construction for the Eugene Street Drain Crossing. It will also consider a $25,425 MDOT road‑rehabilitation contract (city share $5,085) and a $3,539 attorney billing payment. Additional items include budget amendments for the Election and Assessor departments and a public hearing schedule for nuisance investigations at multiple properties.

• Approve payment of $3,539 for attorney billing (Odette) invoices #1102 & #1103
• Approve MDOT contract for preliminary engineering of East Maple Ave road rehab, total $25,425, city cost $5,085
• Approve $61,952 construction contract with Zito Construction for Eugene Street Drain Crossing over Phillips Drain
• Set public hearings on Aug 17‑18 to consider nuisance or hazardous condition investigations at listed properties
• Budget amendments: add $4,000 for new Election Department equipment and increase Assessor Department vehicle budget by $687

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects including MDOT road engineering and a drain crossing contract. The council also authorized two budget amendments for the Election and Assessor departments and set public hearings regarding potential property nuisances.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $3,539.00 in attorney billing (7-0)
• Authorized MDOT road rehabilitation engineering contract for approximately $5,085.00 (7-0)
• Approved $61,952.00 construction contract with Zito Construction for Eugene Street Drain Crossing (7-0)
• Set public hearings for potential property nuisances on August 17 and 18, 2026 (7-0)
• Increased Election Department equipment budget by $4,000 (7-0)
• Increased Assessor Department vehicle budget to $28,687 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for a property at 3095 S. Dort Hwy. The applicant seeks to conduct M-1 light industrial use within a C-2 general business zone for used car sales.

• Variance ZBA 26-11: Tarek Jarayseh request for 3095 S. Dort Hwy. (Parcel ID 59-28-501-192)

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will review and discuss three items: a welcome sign for the North End District, tree trimming work, and a proposed MTA bus stop. The board will consider actions on these items after routine agenda items such as approval of minutes and administrative reports. Audience members may also address related topics during the public comment period.

• Welcome Sign North End District
• Tree Trimming
• MTA Bus Stop

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on a wastewater assessment contract and an ordinance regarding marijuana facility hours. The body is also considering a change to the city's cost-sharing model under the State of Michigan Public Act of 2011.

• Contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. for citywide wastewater assessment not to exceed $206,778.00
• Ordinance to amend chapter 157 regarding hours of operation for marijuana facilities
• Motion to rescind resolution 2025-21 and authorize Hardcap Resolution 2026-10
• Payment of attorney billing for Odette ($2,121.00) and Miller Johnson ($535.60)
• Re-appointment of Gregg Dunkel and Kevin Burge to the Planning Commission

The council approved a wastewater assessment contract, several legal payments, and two Planning Commission re-appointments. They also passed an ordinance to change marijuana dispensary hours and adopted a new insurance cost-sharing resolution.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 2026 budget workshop minutes (7-0)
• Approved $2,121.00 in attorney billing for Amanda Odette (7-0)
• Approved $535.60 in attorney billing for Miller Johnson (7-0)
• Re-appointed Gregg Dunkel to the Planning Commission through June 2029 (7-0)
• Re-appointed Kevin Burge to the Planning Commission through June 2029 (7-0)
• Rescinded 80/20 resolution and approved Hardcap Resolution 2026-10 regarding cost-sharing (7-0)
• Approved wastewater assessment contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. not to exceed $206,778.00 (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss a recap of Memorial Day and plan for upcoming fall events and the Christmas tree lighting. The body is also scheduled to review its bylaws and discuss the Walking Club.

• Bylaws review
• Memorial Day recap
• Walking Club discussion
• Fall events planning
• Christmas tree lighting planning

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting. Discussion included a recap of Memorial Day events, updates on the walking club, and planning for upcoming fall and holiday events.

• Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Case No. 338. The body is reviewing an amendment to Chapter 157 of the Code of Ordinances to change the hours of operation for marijuana facilities.

• Public hearing for Case No. 338: Amendment to Chapter 157 regarding marijuana facility hours of operation

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the departmental budget and general appropriation funds for fiscal year 2026-2027. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts for watermain and paving projects.

• Contract with Springline Excavating, LLC for Center Road Watermain Improvements 25-001-W for $1,120,415.50
• Construction engineering contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. for Center Road Watermain upgrade not to exceed $144,520.00
• Design Engineering contract with ROWE Professional Services Company for Sitka Street gravel to asphalt paving not to exceed $42,500.00
• Budget amendment to increase Rubbish Collection & Disposal Fund Garbage Collection to $2,015,265.00
• Resolution 2026-08 and 2026-09 regarding General Appropriation Funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

The Burton City Council unanimously approved several contracts, including a $1,120,415.50 watermain improvement with Springline Excavating, and adopted the FY 2026‑27 General Appropriation and Budget Resolutions. A budget amendment increased the Garbage Collection fund to $2,015,265.00. All actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved $1,120,415.50 Springline Excavating watermain contract (7-0)
• Approved $144,520.00 Stantec Consulting engineering contract (7-0)
• Approved $42,500.00 ROWE Professional Services design contract (7-0)
• Approved $1,984.00 attorney billing invoices (7-0)
• Approved increase to Garbage Collection fund to $2,015,265.00 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-09 authorizing all General Appropriation Funds (7-0)
• Approved Budget Resolution 2026-08 adopting FY 2026‑27 budget on departmental basis (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications. One request (ZBA 26-09) seeks to increase the allowable accessory‑structure size on 4406 Oheren St. from 1,512 to 1,868 square feet. The second request (ZBA 26-10) asks permission to use a light‑industrial (M‑1) parcel at 3344 E. Bristol Rd. for an M‑2 general‑industrial outside storage use. No other agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.

• ZBA 26-09 – variance to increase accessory structure size to 1,868 sq ft at 4406 Oheren St. (R‑1B residential)
• ZBA 26-10 – variance to allow M‑2 general industrial outside storage on 3344 E. Bristol Rd. (M‑1 light industrial)

City Council

The Burton City Council is convening a budget workshop to discuss departmental spending for the upcoming fiscal year. Staff will present information regarding Information Technology, Senior Center and Library operations, rubbish collection, SAD's, and component units. The meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2026.

• Budget workshop for 2026 fiscal year
• Information Technology budget discussion
• Senior Center & Libraries budget discussion
• Rubbish collection budget discussion
• SAD's budget discussion

The council adopted several budget additions, including $2,500 for senior‑center training, $5,000 for Memorial Library repairs, $20,000 for park benches, $33,000 for an employee bonus, and $60,000 for engineering services. The total approved increase to the budget is $331,165, raising the ending fund balance to $1,727,152. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved $2,500 senior‑center training budget increase
• Approved $5,000 increase for Memorial Library repairs and maintenance
• Approved $20,000 for benches to honor employees and the 250th anniversary
• Approved $33,000 employee bonus allocation
• Approved $60,000 for engineering under contractual services
• Confirmed total budget additions of $331,165
• Noted $120,000 adjustment for the rubbish fee to cover fuel surcharge

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss an entrance sign at the north end of the district and an update on tree damage and replacement. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as the approval of previous meeting minutes and an opportunity for public comment.

• Approval of Downtown Development Meeting Minutes from April 20, 2026
• Discussion on Entrance Sign at North End of DDA District
• Tree Damage and Tree Replacement Update
• Public Comment period for residents
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026

City Council

The council voted unanimously to cancel the contract with ERC and instructed the administration to carry out the cancellation. It also approved payments for two attorney invoices totaling $8,310.40, authorized a residential sanitary sewer and water installer’s license for Gazda's Grading & Excavating, and approved a lighting change for one streetlight at Pear Tree and Belsay Road costing $230.00. All motions passed 6‑0.

• Cancel ERC contract; administration instructed to effectuate (6-0)
• Approve payment of attorney billing (Odette) $3,745.00 (6-0)
• Approve payment of attorney billing (Miller Johnson) $4,565.40 (6-0)
• Authorize residential sanitary sewer & water installer’s license for Gazda's Grading & Excavating (6-0)
• Approve Consumers Energy lighting change to install one streetlight at Pear Tree and Belsay Road, $230.00 (6-0)

Downtown Development Authority

City Council

The Burton City Council meeting on May 14, 2026 will focus on the municipal budget. Council members will discuss budget items for sewer, water, related capital improvements, governmental building needs, and the motor pool. No decisions are recorded in the agenda, only discussion topics. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 4303 S. Center Road.

• Sewer budget discussion
• Water budget discussion
• Capital improvements for water and sewer
• Governmental building needs (roofs, parking lots)
• Motor pool budget discussion

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss logistics for Memorial Day, including a float, volunteers, and the Veterans Memorial cleanup. The body will also review adult-family programs and Burton Youth League updates.

• Memorial Day Float
• Memorial Day Volunteers
• Veterans Memorial Clean up
• Programs/Adult-Family Events
• Burton Youth League updates/assistance

Planning Commission

City Council

The Burton City Council meeting on May 11, 2026 includes a budget workshop. Council members will discuss budget items for major roads, local roads, the building department, the PCB fund, and related capital improvements for roads and the motor pool. The agenda lists topics for discussion but does not indicate any decisions.

• Major Roads budget discussion
• Local Roads budget discussion
• Building Department budget discussion
• PCB Fund budget discussion
• Related Capital Improvements (Roads & Motor Pool) budget discussion

General

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop to discuss funding and capital improvements. The discussion focuses on the Police and Fire departments.

• Police Department budget and capital improvements
• Fire Department budget and capital improvements

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop to review the proposed budget. Discussions will cover administration, healthcare, and general fund departments.

• Administration overview of proposed budget
• MERS- Actuarial Update
• Health Care review
• Fund Balance Comp & Debt Service supplemental info
• Parks and Rec and Race Events budget

The council set the city‑council training budget at $25,000. A new $10,000 line item for the Burton Youth Advisory Council was approved by a 5‑yes to 2‑no vote. The mosquito‑abatement program was removed from the budget. Council also agreed to add $10,000 for Parks and Recreation events and to increase the grounds‑maintenance line item to $50,000.

• Set city‑council training budget at $25,000 (consensus)
• Approve $10,000 line item for Burton Youth Advisory Council (5‑2 vote)
• Remove mosquito‑abatement program from budget (consensus)
• Add $10,000 for Parks and Recreation community events (consensus)
• Increase grounds‑maintenance line item from $15,000 to $50,000 (requested by council)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

• Public hearing for the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

The council met for a budget hearing, took public comments on waterline repairs, park improvements, and the Iron Belle Trail, and then adjourned. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council Special Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed paving of Sitka Street. After the hearing, council members will consider and vote on authorizing the Special Assessment Paving District 26-009-P. The action includes approving maps, final plans, and designating specific Eastgate parcels for the project. Funding will be provided through local street road repavement with the city assessor preparing a special assessment roll for 50% of the cost.

• Public hearing on the Sitka Street paving project
• Approval and authorization of Special Assessment Paving District 26-009-P
• Designation of Eastgate parcels (lots 142‑144, 48‑50, 52‑55, 61‑62, 66‑71, etc.) within the district
• Adoption of map, final plans, specifications, and cost estimate for the paving improvement
• Funding arrangement: 50% of the cost assessed by the city assessor, payable with summer taxes; remaining 50% via GL#203-463-818.500 Road Repavement

The City Council approved the map, final plans, and cost estimate for the Sitka Street paving project, estimating the cost at $345,000. They designated Special Assessment District 26-009-P covering the listed Eastgate parcels and set the assessment to be paid over 10 years at a 2.5% interest rate. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0.

• Approved map, final plans and cost estimate for Sitka Street paving (7-0)
• Designated Special Assessment District 26-009-P covering specified Eastgate parcels (7-0)
• Authorized 10‑year assessment term at 2.5% interest rate (7-0)
• Approved funding through Local Street Road Repavement and GL#203-463-818.500 (7-0)
• Directed City Assessor to prepare special assessment roll for 50% of cost (7-0)

City Council

The Burton City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of the agenda and minutes, and nominations for council vice president. Council members will vote on authorizing a $3,686.44 payment for attorney services (Odette invoices 1082 & 1083). No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve payment of $3,686.44 for attorney billing (Odette) invoices 1082 & 1083
• Election of City Council Vice President

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to fill a vacant council seat. The appointed member will serve a term expiring in November 2027.

• Appointment of a City Council Member to a seat expiring November 2027

The special council meeting was held to fill a vacant council seat. Council members voted and four votes were recorded to appoint John Wright to the Burton City Council. The motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 6:53 PM.

• Appointed John Wright to City Council (4 votes, motion carried)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review revenue and expenditure reports through February 28, 2026. The board will also discuss or take action regarding tree damage and replacement within the DDA district.

• Discussion and/or action on tree damage and tree replacement in DDA district

The Downtown Development Authority board voted 6‑0 to approve the minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote to approve and authorize payment of two attorney invoices totaling $4,399.40. The council will also approve a residential sanitary sewer and water installer license for Steve's Plumbing and Excavating, LLC. Additionally, the mayor and clerk will be authorized to execute a weed‑mowing agreement with Green Stripes Outdoor, LLC at a rate of $85 per minimum lot and $0.009 per additional square foot.

• Approve payment of $3,549.00 for Odette attorney billing (invoice #1080 & 1081)
• Approve payment of $850.40 for Miller Johnson attorney billing (invoice #2064951)
• Approve residential sanitary sewer & water installer license for Steve's Plumbing and Excavating, LLC, 1212 N. Genesee Rd
• Authorize agreement with Green Stripes Outdoor, LLC for 2026 high weed mowing at $85 per minimum lot and $0.009 per extra square foot

The council approved the meeting agenda, including an amendment to accept Councilman Gary Wines' resignation. It authorized payments for two attorney invoices, granted a sanitary sewer installer license to Steve's Plumbing, and approved a high‑weed mowing contract with Green Stripes Outdoor. The resignation of Councilman Gary Wines was accepted effective immediately. All actions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved agenda amendment to add resignation letter (5-1)
• Approved payment of attorney billing (Odette) $3,549.00 (6-0)
• Approved payment of attorney billing (Miller Johnson) $850.40 (6-0)
• Approved Residential Sanitary Sewer & Water Installer's License for Steve's Plumbing and Excavating, LLC (6-0)
• Approved high‑weed mowing contract with Green Stripes Outdoor, LLC (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of Councilman Gary Wines effective immediately (6-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the City of Burton's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027. Attendees may submit feedback during the designated hearing period. No budget figures are listed in the agenda.

• Public hearing on the City of Burton Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027

The board voted to approve the City of Burton proposed budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027 with the changes discussed at the previous meeting. The motion passed with four votes in favor and two against.

• Approved FY 2026‑27 budget with changes (4-2 vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Burton Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance applications. One seeks permission for outdoor weekend events at 2512 E. Bristol Rd. in a Light Industrial zone. Another requests adding three multifamily units to a single‑family lot at 2077 E. Boatfield Ave. A third and fourth ask to allow single‑family residential uses in Restricted Office zones at parcels on Davison Road and Henderson Rd. The board will discuss and decide on each request.

• ZBA 26-05: variance for outdoor weekend events at 2512 E. Bristol Rd., M‑1 Light Industrial zone
• ZBA 26-06: variance to add 3 multifamily units at 2077 E. Boatfield Ave., R‑1C Single Family Residential zone
• ZBA 26-07: variance for single‑family residential use at Davison Rd., RO Restricted Office zone
• ZBA 26-08: variance for single‑family residential use at 8383 Henderson Rd., RO Restricted Office zone

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two site plan applications. One proposes a drive‑thru window at 3496 S. Center Rd., a C‑3 Highway Oriented Business parcel. The other seeks approval for a new auto‑repair business at 2447 E. Judd Rd., a M‑1 Light Industrial parcel. The commission will discuss and decide on these proposals.

• SPR 26-17: Drive‑thru window addition at 3496 S. Center Rd., Parcel ID 59-28-576-054, zoned C‑3
• SPR 26-16: New auto‑repair business at 2447 E. Judd Rd., Parcel ID 59-32-527-003, zoned M‑1

The commission voted 6‑0 to approve Site Plan Review 26-17, allowing a drive‑thru window for the Tim Hortons project at 3496 S. Center Road. No other motions were adopted; the discussion on SPR 26-16 resulted in no formal decision.

• Approved SPR 26-17 drive‑thru addition (6-0)

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission will meet to approve the printing of ballots and the appointment of workers for the May 5, 2026, Special Election. The body will also authorize Public Accuracy Testing for the election.

• Approval of ballots for May 5, 2026, Special Election
• Appointment of Election Workers for May 5, 2026, Special Election
• Authorization of Public Accuracy Testing on April 28, 2026
• Approval of minutes from December 22, 2025, and January 5, 2026

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the December 22, 2025 and January 5, 2026 meetings. It then approved and authorized printing the ballots, appointing election workers, and holding a public accuracy test for the May 5, 2026 special election. All three actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved December 22, 2025 and January 5, 2026 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved printing and use of ballots for May 5, 2026 special election (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of election workers for May 5, 2026 special election (5‑0)
• Approved public accuracy testing on April 28, 2026 for May 5, 2026 special election (5‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review quarterly financial reports and conduct an annual review of its bylaws. The body will also discuss requests and opportunities regarding Memorial Day.

• Quarterly financial reports
• Annual review of bylaws
• Memorial Day requests and opportunities
• Summary of April 1, 2026 subcommittee meeting

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to change its regular meeting start time from 5:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It also approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting and amended the agenda to include an Easter Egg Hunt Review. All three motions passed unanimously with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting time change to 5 p.m. (8‑0)
• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Amended agenda to add Easter Egg Hunt Review (8‑0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a zoning change. The meeting includes decisions on road rehabilitation projects and the initiation of a paving project for Sitka St.

• Contract with Springline Excavating, LLC for Genesee Road Rehabilitation 25-017-P for $3,127,560.01
• Contract with Ace-Saginaw Co. for Covert Road Rehabilitation 25-018-P for $892,968.28
• Contract renewal with APM Mosquito Control for the 2026 Mosquito Abatement Program for $156,700.00
• Paving petition and public hearing scheduling for Sitka St (Project #26-009-P)
• Zoning change request for 4545 E. Court St. from C-1 Local Business to C-2 General Business

The council approved several large infrastructure contracts, including a $3,127,560.01 agreement with Springline Excavating for Genesee Road rehabilitation and an $892,968.28 contract with Ace‑Saginaw Co. for Covert Road rehabilitation. It also appointed Jim Craig to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Patrick Dargel as an alternate, each by a 5‑1 vote. A proposed $156,700.00 mosquito‑abatement contract was rejected (1‑5), while attorney fees, CDBG paving contracts, a budget amendment, and a Sitka Street paving petition were approved unanimously.

• Approved payment of attorney invoices $3,558.00 (6-0)
• Appointed Jim Craig to Zoning Board of Appeals, term to 2029 (5-1)
• Appointed Patrick Dargel as alternate to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-1)
• Rejected APM Mosquito Control contract $156,700.00 (1-5)
• Approved Ace‑Saginaw Co. Covert Road Rehabilitation contract $892,968.28 (6-0)
• Approved Springline Excavating Genesee Road Rehabilitation contract $3,127,560.01 (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of Sitka Street paving petition (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment increase $141,558.00 for CDBG paving (6-0)

Community Connection Committee

The Burton Parks & Recreation Community Connection Committee will meet to discuss adult-focused events and review a presentation on a community vision and branding strategy. The meeting will also include a presentation on results from an Adult Programs & Activities Survey.

• Presentation of Burton Community Connection Vision and Branding Strategy
• Presentation of Adult Programs & Activities Survey results
• Discussion of Adult-focused Events
• Public comment period for residents

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review variance request ZBA 26-04 submitted by Gabrielle Stergiopoulos for the property at 3189 S. Belsay Rd., which is zoned R-1B Single‑Family Residential. The applicant seeks permission to build a single‑family home with a side‑yard setback of 7.9 feet instead of the required 10 feet. The board will discuss whether the hardship criteria are met and decide on the variance.

• Variance request ZBA 26-04 for 3189 S. Belsay Rd. (side‑yard setback 7.9 ft vs 10 ft required)
• Approval of minutes from ZBA meeting on February 19, 2026
• Audience participation segment for public comments
• Next regular ZBA meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM

The board unanimously approved the February 19, 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved variance ZBA 26-04, permitting a side‑yard setback of 7.9 feet instead of the required 10 feet for 3189 S. Belsay Rd.

• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved variance ZBA 26-04 for 3189 S. Belsay Rd. (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and programming. The body will review plans for the Easter Egg Hunt and Memorial Day, as well as adult activities.

• Easter Egg Hunt on March 28, 2026, from 12-2pm at Burton City Hall
• Adult Programs/Activities
• Memorial Day planning

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting with an 8‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the session was dedicated to discussion of upcoming events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, adult programs, and Memorial Day festivities. The next regular meeting is set for April 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm.

• Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider approving payments for attorney invoices totaling $3,475.80 and reappointing four members to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The body will also authorize contracts for road engineering and easement acquisition, and approve the sale of a vacant lot.

• Authorize payment of $3,105.00 for Attorney Billing (Odette) invoices
• Authorize payment of $370.80 for Attorney Billing (Miller Johnson) invoice
• Authorize Mayor's re-appointments to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Authorize contract with Wade Trim, Inc. for Maple Road TIP project up to $64,100
• Approve sale of vacant lot Scottwood 59-31-526-037 for $220.00

The Burton City Council approved two attorney invoices totaling $3,475.80. It re‑appointed Debra Dunsmore and appointed Desiree Hoffman, Lary Michael, Jacob Pickett, and others to the Parks and Recreation Commission through March 2029. The council also authorized a contract with Elexco Land Services for the Iron Belle Trail easement and a contract with Wade Trim, Inc. for preliminary engineering of the Maple Road TIP project, not to exceed $64,100. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Attorney Billing (Odette) invoice $3,105.00 – 6‑0
• Approved Attorney Billing (Miller Johnson) invoice $370.80 – 6‑0
• Re‑appointed Debra Dunsmore to Parks and Recreation Commission (term to Mar 2029) – 6‑0
• Appointed Desiree Hoffman to Parks and Recreation Commission (term to Mar 2029) – 6‑0
• Appointed Lary Michael to Parks and Recreation Commission (term to Mar 2029) – 6‑0
• Appointed Jacob Pickett to Parks and Recreation Commission (term to Mar 2029) – 6‑0
• Authorized contract with Elexco Land Services for Iron Belle Trail easement – 6‑0
• Authorized contract with Wade Trim, Inc. for Maple Road TIP preliminary engineering up to $64,100 – 6‑0

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will meet to discuss and provide recommendations on three specific city items. The meeting includes a period for audience participation.

• City Travel Policy
• Codified Ordinances & Ordinance Books
• Evaluation of City Council Personnel

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will review and consider actions related to street mowing, community beautification improvements, tree trimming, and banner pole rentals for a memorial 5K run. These items are listed under Board Discussion and/or Action and may result in decisions or recommendations.

• Mowing in the DDA District along the Bristol Road and I-475 area
• Beautify Burton—Community Improvements
• Tree trimming in DDA district
• Banner pole rentals for Memorial 5K Run

The board unanimously approved the February 16, 2026 meeting minutes. They approved lawn mowing along Bristol Road and the I‑475 area (7‑0). They approved tree trimming in the DDA district (6‑1). The board also discussed banner pole rentals for the Memorial Day 5K run and scheduled a public budget hearing for April 20, 2026.

• Approved February 16, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved lawn mowing along Bristol Road and I-475 area (7-0)
• Approved tree trimming in DDA district (6-1)
• Scheduled public budget hearing for April 20, 2026 (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve the February 10 meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on a zoning change request for 4545 E. Court St., and review multiple site plan applications for various commercial and industrial uses. The commission will also consider administrative site plan items and schedule the next meeting for April 14, 2026.

• ZC 337 SPR 26-10: AROB Properties LLC requests rezoning of 4545 E. Court St. from C‑1 Local Business to C‑2 General Business.
• SPR 26-15: Atwell LLC (for Murphy Oils USA) proposes a 2,824‑sf 8MPD fuel center and convenience store at 1139/1155 N. Belsay Rd. (zoned C‑3 Highway Oriented Business).
• SPR 26-08: New restaurant proposed at 1374 & 1376 E. Bristol Rd. (zoned C‑4 Planned Shopping Center).
• SPR 26-09: New ownership seeks warehouse use at 2501 Judd Rd. (zoned M‑1 Light Industrial).
• SPR 26-12: New ownership proposes a medical office at 6175 Lapeer Rd. (zoned C‑1 Local Business).

The commission appointed Erica Edgington as Vice Chairperson by a 6‑0 vote and approved the February 10, 2026 meeting minutes also 6‑0. A proposal to rezone 4545 E. Court St. from C‑1 to C‑2 was rejected with a 2‑4 vote. The commission approved the site plan for a Murphy Oil fuel center and convenience store (SPR 26‑15) with conditions, passing the motion 6‑0.

• Appointed Erica Edgington Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Rejected rezoning of 4545 E. Court St. from C-1 to C-2 (2-4)
• Approved Murphy Oil fuel center site plan with conditions (6-0)

City Council

The council will vote on several financial authorizations, including payments to two law firms and a $239,350 contract with LA Construction for a Police and Fire Memorial. They will also consider the mayor's appointment to the Planning Commission, a resolution to sell city‑owned properties, and budget amendments moving funds into the Police/Fire Sculpture Fund.

• Authorize $3,267.00 payment to Odette for attorney billing (2/12/26‑2/25/26)
• Authorize $5,945.60 payment to Miller Johnson for attorney billing (1/1/26‑1/31/26)
• Approve mayor's appointment of Charles Sheaffer to the Planning Commission (term ends March 2029)
• Approve $239,350 contract with LA Construction for the Burton Police and Fire Memorial
• Approve budget amendments transferring $113,550 and $78,550 into the Police/Fire Sculpture Fund

The Burton City Council approved several items, including attorney fee payments, a planning commission appointment, a resolution to sell city‑owned properties, a contract for the Police and Fire Memorial, and budget amendments. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved attorney billing (Odette) $3,267.00 (5‑0)
• Approved attorney billing (Miller Johnson) $5,945.60 (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Charles Sheaffer to Planning Commission (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑04 Intent to Sell City‑Owned Properties (5‑0)
• Approved contract with LA Construction for Police and Fire Memorial $239,350.00 (5‑0)
• Approved budget amendments: increase Police/Fire Sculpture Expenditures $113,550; increase Contributions from Other Funds $78,550; transfer $78,550 to Police/Fire Sculpture Fund (5‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Burton Zoning Board of Appeals will review a variance request (Case #26-03) to allow an M-2 special use for a 120' × 120' outside storage area for contractor material and equipment at 4244 E. Bristol Rd. The board will also approve appointments for the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2026 term and approve the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting.

• Approve appointment of ZBA Chairperson for Jan–Dec 2026
• Approve appointment of ZBA Vice Chairperson for Jan–Dec 2026
• Approve minutes from the Jan 15, 2026 ZBA meeting
• Variance request (Case #26-03) for M-2 special use at 4244 E. Bristol Rd.
• Audience participation period for public comments

The board appointed Tim Rapacz as Chairperson and Joey Richvalsky as Vice Chairperson, each with a 7‑0 vote. It approved the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. The board rejected variance request ZBA 26‑03 for the 4244 E. Bristol Rd property, voting 0‑7 against approval.

• Approved Tim Rapacz as Chairperson (7-0)
• Approved Joey Richvalsky as Vice Chairperson (7-0)
• Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Denied ZBA case 26-03 variance request (0-7)

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider authorizing payments for attorney services, approving contracts for engineering and construction staking, and authorizing the sale of a vacant lot. The body will also discuss a budget amendment and a deficit elimination plan for the Amy Street Capital Project.

• Authorize payment of $2,487.00 for attorney billing (Odette)
• Authorize contract with OHM for Court Street Rehabilitation at $145,900.00
• Authorize contract with OHM for Genesee Road Sidewalk Project at $15,000.00
• Authorize sale of Vacant Lot - Homestead Dr. to Premier Properties Holding, LLC for $500.00
• Approve budget amendment increasing Contractual Service by $4,000.00

The Burton City Council approved the regular meeting agenda and the February 2 minutes unanimously. It also authorized several contracts and appointments, including a $145,900 professional engineering contract for Court Street rehabilitation and a $15,000 construction‑staking contract for the Genesee Road sidewalk project. Additional approvals covered attorney fees, a 911 Consortium alternate, a sanitary sewer installer license, and the sale of a vacant lot for $500.

• Approved agenda as presented (6‑0)
• Approved February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved payment of attorney billing $2,487.00 (6‑0)
• Approved appointment of Councilwoman Tina Conley as 911 Consortium alternate (6‑0)
• Approved residential sanitary sewer & water installer license for Waldorf & Sons, Inc. (6‑0)
• Approved professional engineering contract for Court Street rehab up to $145,900.00 (6‑0)
• Approved construction‑staking contract for Genesee Road sidewalk project up to $15,000.00 (6‑0)
• Approved sale of vacant lot on Homestead Dr. to Premier Properties Holding, LLC for $500.00 (6‑0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review administrative reports and discuss tree trimming within the DDA district.

• Discussion and/or action regarding tree trimming in the DDA District

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted. The board discussed tree trimming, vendor issues, and upcoming public hearings, but no further decisions were recorded.

• Approved Jan 20, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review upcoming community events, including the Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for March 28, 2026 at Burton City Hall. Commissioners will also consider updates to the commission's by‑laws and the assignment of park monitors at several locations. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and audience participation.

• Easter Egg Hunt – March 28, 2026, 12‑2 pm, Burton City Hall
• Review of commission by‑laws
• Assignment of park monitors for Kelly Lake, Water Tower Park, Fire Station 2, Veteran's Memorial Park, and Settlement Park

Planning Commission

The Burton Planning Commission will review two site plans: a full review for a high-rise apartment complex at 2200 S. Center Rd. and a full review for a communication hut on G S. Saginaw St. The meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

• Review of KW Apartments of Burton, LLC site plan at 2200 S. Center Rd.
• Review of Metronet Infrastructure Group communication hut site plan on G S. Saginaw St.
• Approval of January 13, 2026, Planning Commission minutes
• Regular meeting scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM

The commission approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It then approved the preliminary site plan for the KW Apartments development (SPR 26‑04) with a 5‑2 vote. Finally, the commission approved the site plan for a Metronet communication hut (SPR 26‑06) unanimously, 7‑0.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved SPR 26‑04 preliminary site plan for KW Apartments (5‑2)
• Approved SPR 26‑06 site plan for Metronet communication hut (7‑0)

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider several actions, including approving a $2,049 attorney billing for services rendered in January 2026. The council will also authorize residential water and sewer installer licenses for D&D Excavating LLC and Eagle Excavation, Inc., extend a pavement maintenance contract, adjust $2,000 between two race fund accounts, and review a zoning change request for a parcel on S. Dort Hwy. These items will be voted on during the February 2, 2026 meeting.

• Approve and authorize payment of $2,049 to attorney Odette for services 1/15/26‑1/27/26
• Approve residential water and sewer installer licenses for D&D Excavating LLC (2116 Pero Lake Road, Lapeer) and Eagle Excavation, Inc. (4295 Holiday Drive, Flint)
• Extend contract with Pavement Maintenance Systems (384 Industrial Parkway, Imlay City) for the 2026 Pavement Preservation Program at 2025 unit prices
• Budget amendment moving $2,000 from the Memorial Day Race Fund to the Burton Race Series Fund
• Approve zoning change (Case No. 336) for parcel G3271 S. Dort Hwy, Burton, from M‑2 General Industrial to C‑2 General Business

The Burton City Council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 22 meeting. It also approved payment of an attorney bill, two residential sanitary sewer and water installer licenses, an extension of a pavement maintenance contract, and a $2,000 budget transfer for race funds. Finally, the council approved a zoning change for Amar Shango from M-2 General Industrial to C-2 General Business by a 3‑2 vote.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 22, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Approved payment of attorney billing $2,049.00 (5-0)
• Approved residential sanitary sewer & water installer license for D&D Excavating LLC (5-0)
• Approved residential sanitary sewer & water installer license for Eagle Excavation, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved extension of contract with Pavement Maintenance Systems for 2026 Pavement Preservation Program (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 transfer within Memorial Day Race Fund and Burton Race Series Fund (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for Amar Shango from M-2 to C-2 on parcel G3271 S. Dort Hwy. (3-2)

City Council

The council will vote to approve a $637,325.75 contract with T.G. Priehs, LLC for the Genesee Road Sidewalk Project. It will also consider a budget amendment moving $75,000 from the Non‑Motorized Funds to the Major Streets Fund and authorizing $647,325.75 for the sidewalk construction. Additional items include payments to two law firms and adoption of the 2026 Homeowners Property Exemption (HOPE) guidelines. A zoning change request for a parcel on S. Dort Highway will be reviewed.

• Approve $637,325.75 contract with T.G. Priehs, LLC for Genesee Rd Sidewalk Project
• Budget amendment: transfer $75,000 from Non‑Motorized Funds to Major Streets Fund, add $647,325.75 for sidewalk construction
• Authorize attorney payments: $2,155.00 to Odette and $745.00 to Miller Johnson
• Approve 2026 Homeowners Property Exemption (HOPE) guidelines under MCL 211.7u
• Consider zoning change request for parcel G3271 S. Dort Hwy from M‑2 to C‑2

The council approved several items, including attorney fee payments, the Homeowners Property Exemption program, and a budget amendment for street projects. It also approved a contract with T.G. Priehs, LLC to construct a sidewalk on Genesee Road for $637,325.75. The council approved a zoning change for a parcel on S. Dort Highway from M‑2 to C‑2, passing 4‑2. All other motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Approved $2,155.00 attorney billing (Odette) (6-0)
• Approved $745.00 attorney billing (Miller Johnson) (6-0)
• Approved Homeowners Property Exemption (HOPE) program (6-0)
• Approved contract with T.G. Priehs, LLC for Genesee Rd Sidewalk Project $637,325.75 (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment: decrease Non‑Motorized Funds $75,000, decrease Major Street Fund $572,325.75, add Genesee Road Sidewalk line $647,325.75 (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from M‑2 to C‑2 for parcel on S. Dort Hwy (4-2)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will approve minutes from three prior meetings held in August, October, and November 2025. It will review the authority's bylaws and a revenue and expenditures report dated January 13, 2026. The board will also discuss the "Back To The Bricks" initiative.

• Approve minutes for the August 18, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes for the October 20, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes for the November 17, 2025 meeting
• Review bylaws
• Review revenue and expenditures report as of 1‑13‑2026

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the minutes from the August, October, and November 2025 meetings with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted. Discussions covered outdated bylaws, a revenue report discrepancy, and upcoming MDA training dates.

• Approved minutes from Aug, Oct, Nov 2025 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review requests for density and parking reductions, a setback variance for a deck, and a request to exceed the dog limit. The board will also nominate a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026.

• ZBA 25-28: Request to reduce density from 574,000 to 530,125 square feet and parking from 748 to 580 spaces (Parcel 59-22-100-041)
• ZBA 26-01: Request to keep a front deck and egress landing within the 20-foot front yard setback at 3076 Clarice Ave.
• ZBA 26-02: Request to allow four dogs instead of the allowed three at 5167 Lapeer Rd.
• Nominations for Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for January-December 2026

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variance ZBA 25-28, allowing the parking requirement to be reduced from 748 spaces to 580 spaces (a 1.4‑space per unit ratio) with a stipulation that the ratio not fall below 1.4. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. The board also approved the September‑November 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0) and postponed the nomination of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to the next meeting.

• Approved September‑November 2025 meeting minutes (vote 6‑0)
• Postponed nomination of ZBA Chairperson and Vice Chairperson until next meeting
• Approved ZBA 25-28 parking variance, reducing spaces to 580 and setting minimum 1.4 ratio per unit (vote 7‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will vote to approve and authorize the chairperson and vice chairperson for the 2026‑2027 term. It will also approve the minutes from the September 10, 2025 and November 12, 2025 meetings. The commission will hear audience comments and discuss recaps of recent community events.

• Approve and authorize Parks and Recreation Chairperson (Jan 2026‑Dec 2026)
• Approve and authorize Parks and Recreation Vice Chairperson (Jan 2026‑Dec 2026)
• Approve minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting
• Recap of Pizza with Santa event

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to appoint Jim Craig as Chair and Debra Dunsmore as Vice Chair for the 2026 term, each passing unanimously (5-0). The commission also approved the minutes from the September 10 and November 12, 2025 meetings, each with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Elected Jim Craig as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Debra Dunsmore as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider ZC 336 SPR 25-50, a request by Amar Shango to change the zoning of a parcel on G3271 S. Dort Hwy. from M‑2 General Industrial to C‑2 General Business. A public hearing will be held to consider adoption of the proposed Master Plan update. The commission will also review several site‑plan applications, including a gas‑pump and convenience store at 5516 Davison Rd. and other commercial uses on specified parcels.

• ZC 336 SPR 25-50 – rezone parcel G3271 S. Dort Hwy. from M‑2 to C‑2 (request by Amar Shango, 8515 Highgrove Ct.)
• Public hearing on adoption of the proposed Master Plan update (MCL 125.3843)
• SPR 26-01 – site‑plan review for 5516 Davison Rd., Burton (gas pumps and convenience store)
• SPR 25-52 – site‑plan review for 3450 E. Atherton Rd., Burton (less than 2% construction, overflow parking)
• SPR 25-53 – site‑plan review for 1513 S. Center Rd., Burton (autism, occupational, and speech therapy services)

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider routine approvals, including two attorney fee payments of $3,318.00 and $2,865.00. It will also approve a budget amendment of $80,896.24 for an overnight emergency electrical line repair that occurred on 11/20/2025. The agenda and prior meeting minutes will be approved as well.

• Approve payment of $3,318.00 to attorney Odette for services 12/11/25‑12/30/25
• Approve payment of $2,865.00 to attorney Miller Johnson for services 10/1/25‑10/31/25
• Approve $80,896.24 budget amendment for emergency electrical line repair on 11/20/2025 across multiple Public Works departments

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission will approve the minutes from its October 7, 2025 meeting. The commission will then discuss a proposal from the City Clerk to permanently consolidate the city's voting precincts. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 Election Commission meeting minutes
• Discussion of City Clerk's proposal for permanent precinct consolidation