Cadillac public meetings in 2025
22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider a consent agenda that bundles routine items for a single vote. Items include approval of the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes, a proclamation honoring the Wexford County Council On Aging 50th Anniversary, and updates on emergency purchases and grant funding. The council will also receive reports from the City Manager and review recent board and commission minutes.
- Approve minutes from the regular meeting held on December 1, 2025
- Approve proclamation for Wexford County Council On Aging 50th Anniversary
- Review emergency purchases (details in council communication)
- Review update on grants
- Review minutes of Zoning Board of Appeals (10/16/25) and Planning Commission (10/27/25)
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will meet to receive an update on PFAS and review reports from the Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Authority. The agenda primarily consists of routine procedural items and proclamations.
- PFAS update
- Community Spotlight: Cadillac Salvation Army
- Proclamation for Water And Wastewater Professionals Workforce Week
- Minutes and reports from the Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Authority
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will hear public comments, a PFAS update, and the city manager's report. The council will also receive a joint planning and development meeting invitation and information about the 2nd annual Cadillac West Christmas tree lighting. Minutes and reports from the West Corridor Improvement Authority, Historic Districts Commission, Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Clam Lake Joint Planning Commission will be reviewed.
- PFAS UPDATE
- CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
- Joint Planning and Development Meeting invitation (PDF)
- 2nd Annual Cadillac West Christmas Tree Lighting (PDF)
- Minutes and reports of boards and commissions (West Corridor Improvement Authority, Historic Districts Commission, Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Clam Lake Joint Planning Commission)
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant and consider a resolution to approve the application to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items, a PFAS update, and the adoption of an easement agreement with Dunbar. Additional recommendations on LDFA well residual funds and free tote bags for the fire department will be presented.
- Public Hearing – CDBG Block Grant: consider adoption of resolution to approve application to MSHDA
- Adopt Resolution to Enter Into Easement Agreement (Dunbar Easement Agreement)
- Recommendation regarding LDFA Well Residual Funds
- Recommendation regarding support for free tote bags for Fire Department
- Zoning Code Rewrite Advisory Committee appointment
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will consider vacating a portion of Wall Street to reserve a utility easement and adopt resolutions for the Wexford County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan and a Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendment. The council will also set a public hearing for an MSHDA Community Development Block Grant application.
- Vacate portion of Wall Street and reserve utility easement
- Adopt Wexford County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
- Amend General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026
- Apply for MSHDA Community Development Block Grant
- Award Assistance To Firefighters Grant
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will hold a public hearing on the Copper Trail Duplexes Brownfield Plan. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items and a closed‑session discussion of the Huntington National Bank vs. City of Cadillac case (Tax Tribunal Docket #24-001785). No other specific decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Public hearing – Copper Trail Duplexes Brownfield Plan (see attached resolution and plan documents)
- Closed‑session discussion of Huntington National Bank vs. City of Cadillac, Michigan Tax Tribunal Docket #24-001785
- Consent agenda items from the September 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider an ordinance amendment to Section 46-427 and discuss several grant applications. The body will also review multiple street closure requests for community events and a brownfield plan for Copper Trail Duplexes.
- Public hearing to amend Section 46-427 of the Code of Ordinances
- Resolution to apply for MSHDA MI Neighborhood Community Development Block Grant for Lofts Phase II
- Resolution regarding Copper Trail Duplexes Brownfield Plan and setting a public hearing for September 26, 2025
- Grant applications for Chestnut Street Railroad Crossing and Lake District Improvements (SSSG)
- Street closure requests for KISS 50th Anniversary, Downtown Trick Or Treating, and Trunk Or Treat
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss a construction manager contract for the Former Cooley School Blight Elimination Program grant. The body is also considering an ordinance amendment to Section 46-427 of the Code of Ordinances.
- Former Cooley School Blight Elimination Program Grant Construction Manager Contract
- Proposed ordinance to amend Section 46-427 of the Code of Ordinances with public hearing set for September 15, 2025
- Street closure request for 9/11 Child Safety Expo
- Appointments to the Elected Officials Compensation Commission and City of Cadillac/Clam Lake Joint Planning Commission
- Out-of-state travel request regarding a PD subpoena
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending a lease agreement with Up North Arts, Inc. They will also consider adopting a resolution to amend the General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items, appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and updates on city policies and contracts.
- Public hearing and vote on ordinance amending lease agreement with Up North Arts, Inc.
- Adoption of resolution amending General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026
- Recommendations for appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals (Coy and Host)
- Recommendation for reappointment to the Elected Officials Compensation Commission (Dillon)
- Recommendation for zoning ordinance consulting service contract
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings to amend the FY2026 General Appropriations Ordinance and discuss the Lakelynn Apartments Brownfield Plan. The body will also consider rezoning requests for 820 S. Mitchell Street and review bids for Aldrich Street improvements.
- Public hearing to amend FY2026 General Appropriations Ordinance
- Public hearing for Lakelynn Apartments Brownfield Plan
- Bids and recommendations for Aldrich Street Improvements Project
- Resolution to deny rezoning of 820 S. Mitchell Street
- Resolution to introduce zoning ordinance amendment for 820 S. Mitchell Street
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for the Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Area and a Brownfield plan for the former Cooley School. The body will also consider an ordinance to prohibit docks at road endings.
- Public hearing for Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Area Development and TIF Plan
- Public hearing for Former Cooley School Brownfield Plan
- Proposed ordinance to prohibit docks at road endings (Sections 26-104 and 26-110)
- Bids for the purchase of a backhoe loader and two zero-turn lawnmowers
- Introduction of an ordinance amending the FY2026 General Appropriations Act
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss development and tax increment financing plans and budget amendments. The body is also considering an ordinance to prohibit docks at road endings and various city appointments.
- Development and Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Area
- Proposed ordinance to prohibit docks at road endings
- Amendment to the General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2025
- Cooley School Brownfield Plan public hearing resolution
- Capital purchase of a Fire Marshal truck
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a property transfer on Maple Street and amendments to the zoning ordinance for R-PUD designs. The body will also review several street closure requests and discuss the Local Development Finance Authority.
- Public hearing for ordinance to authorize transfer of real property at 607 Maple Street
- Public hearing to amend Zoning Ordinance regarding variations in R-PUD designs
- Street closure requests for Army Band Concert, Cherry Grove Church of the Nazarene, and PFAS Resource Fair
- Requests for banners, street closures, alcoholic beverages, and parking lot closures for Cadillac Festival of the Arts
- FOIA appeal from Ms. Brianna Hall
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings to consider the FY2026 General Appropriations Act and adjustments to water and sewer rates. The body will also discuss the Cadillac Lofts development and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding R-PUD designs.
- Public hearing for FY2026 General Appropriations Act (Budget)
- Public hearing to adjust water rates (Section 42-201 and 42-202(3))
- Public hearing to adjust sewer rates (Section 42-374)
- Cadillac Lofts Development and Reimbursement Agreement
- Introduction of Zoning Ordinance amendment for R-PUD designs
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council is introducing ordinances to adjust water and sewer rates and establish the Fiscal Year 2026 General Appropriations Act. Public hearings for these items are scheduled for May 19, 2025. The body is also considering a real property transfer on Maple Street.
- Proposed adjustments to water rates (Section 42-201 and 42-202(3))
- Proposed adjustments to sewer rates (Section 42-374)
- Introduction of the Fiscal Year 2026 General Appropriations Act
- Proposed transfer of real property at 607-611 Maple Street
- Resolution for street decertification for ACT 51
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning changes, the 2025/2026 annual operating budget, and the fiscal year 2026–2031 capital improvement program. The council will also consider appointments, a street closure request, a PFAS update, a charitable gaming license, and a proclamation for Earth Day. Consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing to rezone 128 E. Pine Street
- Public hearing for conditional rezoning of property (Alba Ventures/Pearl Street)
- Public hearing on the fiscal year 2026–2031 capital improvement program
- Public hearing to discuss the 2025/2026 annual operating budget
- PFAS update from the city manager
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding zoning amendments for Wright and Aldrich Streets and a brownfield plan amendment for Cadillac Lofts. The body will also consider vehicle purchases and schedule future hearings for the 2025/2026 budget and capital improvement program.
- Public hearing for zoning map amendments at Wright Street and Aldrich Street
- Public hearing for Cadillac Lofts Brownfield Plan Amendment #2
- Proposed conditional rezoning of property on Pearl Street
- Bids for Diggins Hill Community Park Playground excavating
- Recommendations for purchase of DPW work truck and police vehicles
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider vacating a portion of West Nelson Street and appointing new members for Ward Two and Ward Four. The body will also review several grant applications and equipment purchases for city services.
- Public hearing to vacate a portion of West Nelson Street
- Proposed zoning map amendment for Wright Street and Aldrich Street
- DNR grant applications for Diggins Hill Sensory Playground and Lake Cadillac Fishing Pier
- Bids for Fire Department nozzles and K-9 patrol vehicle emergency equipment
- MDOT Contract #24-5601 regarding Shared Streets And Spaces Grant (SSSG) funds
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will consider appointing a mayor from candidates including Martin S. Dubravec, Brad Marine, Antoinette Schippers, and Andy Van Alst. They will also receive the FY2024 audit presentation, consider a parking closure request for the Cadillac Farmers Market, and discuss reappointments to boards. A recommendation regarding wheel loaders is also on the agenda.
- Appointment of mayor from four candidates
- Presentation of FY2024 audit results by Gabridge & Company
- Parking closure request for Cadillac Farmers Market
- Reappointment to Construction Board of Appeals (Bigelow) and appointment to Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Authority (Hensley)
- Recommendation regarding wheel loaders
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The Cadillac City Council will consider accepting the resignation of Mayor Carla J. Filkins. A public hearing is scheduled to consider an ordinance vacating a portion of West Nelson Street while reserving a utility easement. The council will also discuss updates on a Pine Street rezoning request, a police vehicle purchase, and a hardship exemption policy revision. Budget-related work sessions are set for March and April.
- Acceptance of resignation of Mayor Carla J. Filkins
- Public hearing on ordinance to vacate a portion of West Nelson Street
- Informational update on Pine Street rezoning request (128 E. Pine Street)
- Recommendation to purchase a vehicle for Police Department
- Hardship (Poverty) Exemption Policy revision
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss a zoning map amendment for 128 E. Pine Street and a mandate for city water supply connections. The body is also deciding on several board appointments and the adoption of a community recreation plan.
- Proposed zoning map amendment for 128 E. Pine Street with public hearing set for February 18, 2025
- Ordinance to mandate connection to city water supply system
- Resolution to enter into a credit agreement with Mercantile Bank
- Adoption of the City and CAPS Community Recreation Plan
- Bids and recommendations for countertop deionized water systems
Cadillac City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider an ordinance to vacate a portion of West Nelson Street and reserve a public utility easement. The body will also review several board appointments and a new community recreation plan.
- Public hearing to vacate a portion of W. Nelson Street
- Ordinance to mandate connection to city water supply system
- Resolution adopting City and CAPS Community Recreation Plan
- Resolution for credit agreement with Mercantile Bank
- Bids and recommendations for countertop deionized water systems