Charlevoix County, Michigan

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City Council

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

City Council

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Charlevoix DDA Board

City Council

Planning Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

City Council

City Council

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

City Council

Planning Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

General

The Board of Review will meet to approve minutes from March meetings and review July petitions. This body handles appeals regarding property assessments.

• Approval of March Board of Review meeting minutes
• Review of July Petitions

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council will adopt several consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, financial registers, and a fire/EMS garage trench repair. The council will also discuss amendments to the Lake Charlevoix EMS Authority articles of incorporation, a lease for the Chamber of Commerce building, and an amendment to the engineer's contract for the Northside Trail Project. Public comment and manager reports are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve City Council Meeting Minutes — July 6, 2026 (consent agenda)
• Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll Check Registers (consent agenda)
• Approve Fire/EMS Garage Trench Repair/Replacement (consent agenda)
• Consider Lake Charlevoix EMS Authority Articles of Incorporation Amendment
• Consider Engineer's Contract Amendment: Northside Trail Project

Planning Commission

The Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a site plan for 605 Sheridan as new business and to discuss the Data Center Ordinance under old business. The Zoning Administrator will also provide a report. The meeting includes approval of the June 8, 2026 minutes and a public comment period.

• Site plan review for 605 Sheridan
• Discussion of Data Center Ordinance
• Zoning Administrator Report
• Approval of June 8, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Call for public comment on non-agenda items

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will discuss the landscaping plan for Veteran's Park, review the list of tree sites planned for 2026, and consider tree location proposals. No decisions are indicated in the agenda. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Review of Landscaping Plan for Veteran's Park
• Review of 2026 Tree Sites
• Tree Locations proposals

City Council

The City Council will review requests for special events and city infrastructure amendments. The body is also considering the renewal of the Lake Charlevoix EMS lease and rules for the compost site.

• Renewal of Lake Charlevoix EMS Lease
• Request to amend City Street Plan to include Uptown Lane
• Special event requests for Apple Fest, Homecoming Parade, and Story Time in Bridge Park
• Compost Site Rules and Procedures

General

The Charlevoix Election Commission is meeting to approve precinct election inspectors, conduct a public accuracy test for the primary election, and adopt a resolution on delegated duties. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard election preparations.

• Appointment of Precinct Election Inspectors
• Public Accuracy Test for the Primary Election
• Adoption of Resolution Outlining Delegated Duties

The commission approved precinct inspector appointments and accepted accuracy test results for the Aug. 4, 2026 primary election. Officials also adopted a resolution delegating daily election duties to the city clerk or an authorized assistant. These administrative steps ensure voting machines are tested and polling locations are staffed ahead of residents' August ballot.

• Approved precinct election inspector appointments (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted public accuracy test results for the Aug. 4, 2026 primary election
• Appointed Deputy Clerk Ginny Schulz as designee to assist with testing administration
• Adopted resolution delegating primary election duties to the city clerk or authorized assistant (3-0)

General

The Charlevoix Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing on a nine‑foot side‑yard variance request for 421 Michigan Ave, including staff and applicant presentations, public comment, and a determination of facts before a motion is taken. The board will also elect officers and set the 2026 meeting dates. Agenda approval and approval of minutes from the October 25, 2025 meeting are also on the agenda.

• Election of ZBA officers
• Setting of 2026 ZBA meeting dates
• Public hearing on nine‑foot side‑yard variance at 421 Michigan Ave
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2025

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council will consider a charter amendment referendum regarding council terms, along with a water main upgrade on Ferry Avenue and rules for temporary tours. Consent agenda items include a fire services agreement with Charlevoix Township and a power purchase commitment authorization. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Charter Amendment Referendum on Council Terms
• Ferry Avenue Water Main Upgrade and Extension
• Rules for Temporary and Occasional Tours
• Fire Services Agreement with Charlevoix Township
• Power Purchase Commitment Authorization

The Council authorized a $934,741 water main upgrade on Ferry Avenue and adopted rules for temporary tours. They also approved a plan to send a charter amendment regarding council terms to the Attorney General for review.

• Approved June 1, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll check registers (4-0)
• Approved Fire Services Agreement with Charlevoix Township (4-0)
• Approved Zonal Resource Credit Power Purchase Commitment Authorization (4-0)
• Authorized $934,741.00 for Ferry Avenue water main extension (4-0)
• Approved rules and definitions for temporary and occasional tours (4-0)
• Approved plan to review charter amendment on council terms (3-1)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 16, 2026, and discuss 2026 plantings. Public comment will be taken. No other action items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
• Discussion of 2026 plantings

Planning Commission

The commission will conduct a preliminary review of the proposed Sheridan Street Development. It will also consider the Data Center Ordinance that was previously discussed. The meeting includes routine items such as public comment, staff reports, and agenda approval.

• Preliminary review of Sheridan Street Development (New Business)
• Consideration of Data Center Ordinance (Old Business)
• Public comment not related to agenda items
• Zoning Administrator report (Staff Updates)
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2026

The Commission approved the May 11, 2026, meeting minutes with a correction regarding downtown building height discussions. Members held an extensive discussion regarding a proposed data center ordinance, though no official action was taken on the matter.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May 11, 2026, minutes as amended (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinances 871 and 872, which establish Payment in Lieu of Tax agreements for the Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments developments. The consent agenda includes approval of May 18 meeting minutes, accounts payable and payroll registers, 2026 Venetian Festival approvals, acceptance of a resignation from the Recreational Authority Board, and approval of 2026 Recreation Master Plan survey questions. The council will also enter closed session to evaluate the city manager's annual performance.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinances 871 and 872 (PILOT ordinances) for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments
• Approval of 2026 Venetian Festival approvals
• Acceptance of Shirley Gibson's resignation from the Recreational Authority Board
• Approval of 2026 Recreation Master Plan survey questions
• Closed session for annual evaluation of city manager (MCL 15.268(1a))

The council approved its consent agenda, including May meeting minutes, accounts payable totaling $816,367.69, and contracts for the 2026 Venetian Festival. It accepted the resignation of Recreational Authority Board member Shirley Gibson and approved the publication of recreation survey questions. The council adopted Ordinance 871, creating a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxs (PILOT) arrangement for the Lighthouse Gardens low‑income housing development.

• Approved consent agenda (yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Knapp, Spring, Hagen; nays: none)
• Approved May 18 minutes
• Approved accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $816,367.69
• Authorized Mayor to sign $15,000 Venetian Festival contract and related permits
• Accepted Shirley Gibson resignation from Recreational Authority Board
• Approved publication of Recreation Master Plan survey questions
• Adopted Ordinance 871 – tax exemption/PILOT for Lighthouse Gardens (motion passed)
• Approved Ordinance 872 – payment in lieu of tax for Charlevoix Apartments (motion passed)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 873, which would regulate tours. They will also consider action on Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) ordinances for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments, a special event request from the Charlevoix Marathon, and an extension to a boat dockage lease. Additionally, mayoral and council appointments are on the agenda.

• Public Hearing for Ordinance 873: Regulation of Tours
• Action on Ordinances 871 and 872: PILOT for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments
• Special Event Request from Charlevoix Marathon
• Extension to Boat Dockage Lease with Whitecap Charters
• Mayoral and Council Appointments (Lyle Gennett, Janet Kalbfell)

The council approved the consent agenda, including payroll and the MECA safety program. After several amendments, Ordinance 873 was adopted, establishing licensing, fees and rules for tour guides and companies. The council also approved the Charlevoix Marathon request, extended the Whitecap Charters dockage lease, and confirmed mayoral and board appointments.

• Approved consent agenda (all yeas, no nays)
• Approved MECA Safety Program $20,723 (all yeas, no nays)
• Adopted Ordinance 873 regulating tour guides and companies (Yeas: Knapp, Spring, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; Nays: Kalbfell)
• Approved Charlevoix Marathon request (Yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Spring, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; Nays: none)
• Approved one‑year extension of Whitecap Charters dockage lease (Yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Spring, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; Nays: none)
• Approved mayoral appointments of Kirby Dipert and Jess Nagel (Yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Spring, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; Nays: none)
• Appointed Kirby Dipert to Zoning Board of Appeals as Alternative Member (Yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Spring, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; Nays: none)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $795,220.65 (all yeas, no nays)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

Planning Commission

The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2026, to discuss proposed changes to building height and density in the Central Business District. The commission will also review ongoing updates to a data center ordinance and off-street parking regulations. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Central Business District building height and density
• Old business: Data Center Ordinance review
• Old business: 153.185 Off Street Parking, Loading, Access and Circulation Ordinance changes
• Zoning Administrator's Report for March and April 2026

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from March 9 and the April 13 joint meeting by unanimous voice votes. The commission voted to table the data center ordinance discussion until the June meeting. It also scheduled a public hearing for the proposed changes to Section 153.185 Off Street Parking, Loading, Access and Circulation on June 8, 2026.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved March 9 and April 13 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled data center ordinance discussion until June meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled public hearing for Section 153.185 parking ordinance changes on June 8, 2026 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also consider ordinances regarding bus and motor coach limitations and payment in lieu of taxes for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments.

• Ordinance 870: Bus and Motor Coach Limitations
• Ordinances 871 and 872: Payment in Lieu of Tax for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments
• Public Hearing: 2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed public hearing for Ordinance 873: Regulation of Tours
• Special event requests for Waterfront Art Fair, 2026 Venetian Festival, and Charlevoix Marathon Events

The council approved its consent agenda, including the April 20 minutes, accounts payable and payroll registers, use of Odmark Pavilion for the Hubbardston Irish Dance Troupe, a $24,300 cleaning contract for the Bridge Park lift station, and authorized two grant applications. It also adopted amendments to Ordinance 870 and approved the ordinance, limiting motor coach and large bus operations on residential streets.

• Approved consent agenda (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Approved April 20, 2026 council minutes (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll check registers (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Approved use of Odmark Pavilion for Hubbardston Irish Dance Troupe (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Approved $24,300 Bridge Park lift station cleaning contract (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Authorized MDOT Aeronautics grant application for $70,000 (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Authorized Rural Heritage Partnership grant application ($100,000 request, $15,000 local match) (yeas: Hagen, Knapp, Halverson, Spring, Kalbfell, Parr)
• Adopted Ordinance 870 amendments and ordinance (yeas: Knapp, Halverson, Kalbfell, Parr; nays: Hagen, Spring)

Charlevoix DDA Board

The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority will discuss several downtown improvement projects including concrete replacement near the BIBCO entrance, a Bridge Park building facelift, paver replacement, and tree pavers and curbs. The board will also consider a commercial lease renewal for J. Bird Provisions and TIF renewal planning. Appointment of officers is also on the agenda.

• TIF Renewal Planning and Projects
• Commercial Lease Agreement—J. Bird Provisions Renewal Request
• Concrete Replacement around BIBCO Entrance
• Bridge Park Building Facelift
• Paver Replacement

City Council

The City Council will approve contracts for a front-end loader and pavement marking, and hold public hearings on bus limitations, tax ordinances, and commercial tours.

• Purchase of 2026 Front End Loader for $255,529.40
• 2026 Pavement Marking Contract for $29,952.54
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 870 on Bus and Motor Coach Limitations
• Public Hearing: Ordinances 871 and 872 for Payment in Lieu of Tax Ordinances
• Set Public Hearing for Ordinance 873 on Prohibition on Commercial Tours

The council approved several consent agenda items, including a $0.25 per‑gallon airport fuel fee, a $255,529 purchase of a front‑end loader, and a $29,952 pavement marking contract. It also directed staff to draft a commercial‑tour ordinance and set public hearings for a new capital improvement plan and the tour ordinance. Mayor’s appointments to planning and housing commissions were confirmed.

• Approved $0.25 per‑gallon airport through‑put fee (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of front‑end loader for $255,529.40 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 pavement marking contract for $29,952.54 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 manhole lining contract for $29,756.00 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft commercial‑tour regulatory ordinance (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 873 on May 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for 2026 Capital Improvement Plan on May 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to Planning and Housing Commissions (unanimous)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Charlevoix Shade Tree & Parks Commission will discuss 2026 projects affecting right-of-way trees and parks, including a tree planting plan and LiDAR measurement of street trees. New business includes introduction of the Electric Department Director, master planning processes for recreation and the city master plan, and the Ferry Beach Management Plan and relocation of Lake Charlevoix Mariners. The Commission will also approve minutes from July 10, 2025.

• Ferry Beach Management Plan and Lake Charlevoix Mariners Relocation Planning
• Master Planning Processes for Recreation and City Master Plan
• 2026 ROW Tree Planting
• LiDAR Measurement of Street Trees
• Introduction of Jeff Goward, Electric Department Director

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and City Council will meet to review three planning items. Discussions will include the Capital Improvement Plan, a Neighborhood Design Guidebook, and the 2027 Master Plan Update.

• Capital Improvement Plan
• Neighborhood Design Guidebook
• 2027 Master Plan Update

The council unanimously approved the FY 2026‑2032 Capital Improvement Plan. The Planning Commission and City Council agreed to place the Neighborhood Design Guidebook on the city website. The 2027 Master Plan Update was discussed and noted to be in early stages with future public input.

• Approved FY 2026‑2032 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Concurred to post Neighborhood Design Guidebook on city website

City Council

The council will hear presentations on the Capital Improvement Plan, the Neighborhood Design Guidebook, and an update to the 2027 Master Plan. These items are listed under New Business and will be presented by the City Manager and the Director of Planning & Zoning. No votes or approvals are indicated on the agenda.

• Capital Improvement Plan – presentation by City Manager Mark Heydlauff
• Neighborhood Design Guidebook – presentation by Director of Planning & Zoning Jonathan Scheel
• 2027 Master Plan Update – presentation by Director of Planning & Zoning Jonathan Scheel

The City Council and Planning Commission held a work session where the Capital Improvement Plan, Neighborhood Design Guidebook, and 2027 Master Plan Update were presented and discussed. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting concluded with public comment and adjournment.

Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council will discuss a Michigan Department of Transportation proposal affecting local streets that link to US 31. The council will also set public hearings for a new bus and motor coach ordinance and for payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑tax ordinances for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments. Additional items include a $140,444 construction contract for Alice Street and a 5‑year Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• MDOT proposal for local streets connected to US 31
• Set public hearing for Bus and Motor Coach Ordinance
• Set public hearing for Ordinances 871 and 872 (payment in lieu of tax) for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments
• Alice Street construction contract with Manthei Construction – $140,444.00
• 5‑Year Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation

The City Council approved several items, including a one‑way street conversion, a new parks master plan contract, multiple special events, and the designation of MERS signing authority. All motions passed unanimously with no recorded nay votes.

• Approved one‑way conversion on Mason Street and Clinton Street (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $11,700 contract with Beckett & Raeder for 5‑Year Parks and Recreation Master Plan (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Gather and Give farm‑to‑table dinner on July 17, 2026 in East Park (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Bridge Park live music event by Bridge Street Tap Room (5 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved Boyne Thunder event use of Bridge Park and Charlevoix Marina (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $140,444 Alice Street storm sewer construction contract with Manthei Construction (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $24,400 professional services amendment with OHM Advisors for Northside Trail (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Adopted resolution designating the Mayor as authorized MERS signatory (6 yeas, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Airport Layout Plan, including current and future prospects presented by the Airport Manager and RS&H consultants. The meeting will also include reports, communications, and public comment.

• Airport Layout Plan presentation by Robert Scholey and RS&H consultants
• Public comment period
• Reports and communications

The council heard a presentation on the Airport Layout Plan from the Airport Manager and RS&H consultants. No motions, votes, or formal actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear petitions and conduct regular business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Review of petitions

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council will consider its consent agenda, including meeting minutes, financial registers, a restroom cleaning contract, and a lease for a 2026 GMC pickup truck. The council will also discuss a contract with Manthei Construction for a new composting facility, a $62,610 purchase of light poles and fixtures, and special event requests for chamber annual events. Public hearings and other actions will be addressed before adjournment.

• 2026/27 Restroom Cleaning Contract
• Lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet for a 2026 GMC Pickup Truck
• Contract with Manthei Construction, LLC for New Composting Facility
• Purchase of Light Poles & Fixtures for $62,610.00
• Special Event Requests: Chamber Annual Events

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the March 2 minutes, payroll and accounts payable registers, a restroom cleaning contract, and a lease for a GMC pickup truck. It also approved a $295,760 contract with Manthei Construction for a new composting facility. Additional approvals were made for $62,610 of lighting fixtures, several Chamber of Commerce events, and the council agreed to discuss Apple Fest and a commercial tour‑bus ordinance at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, payroll registers, restroom cleaning contract, vehicle lease) – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Approved Manthei Construction contract for new composting facility – $295,760 – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Approved purchase of 30 lighting fixtures from Holophane – $62,610 – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Approved Chamber of Commerce events (Summer Art Show, Art & Craft Show, Summer Sidewalk Sales, Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting) – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Concurred to discuss Apple Fest at next council meeting – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Concurred to review draft ordinance prohibiting commercial tour buses at next meeting – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring
• Concurred to task City Manager with finding a way to show appreciation for staff who worked during the blizzard – yeas: Halverson, Parr, Kalbfell, Spring

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

General

The Charlevoix County Board of Review will hear appeals from the public. After the hearings, members will consider a motion to approve the meeting minutes under the revised Roberts Rules of Order. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a scheduled dinner break.

• Appeal hearings
• Public comment period
• Motion to approve minutes per revised Roberts Rules
• Dinner break from 5 pm to 6 pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a preliminary site plan for 605 Sheridan Ave, consider the Data Center Zoning Ordinance Regulation, and discuss changes to the 153‑185 Off‑Street Parking, Loading, Access and Circulation Zoning Ordinance. They will also approve the meeting minutes from 02/09/2026 and accept public comments not related to agenda items. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.

• Preliminary Site Plan Review of 605 Sheridan Ave
• Data Center Zoning Ordinance Regulation
• 153-185 Off-Street Parking, Loading, Access and Circulation Zoning Ordinance changes
• Approval of meeting minutes from 02/09/2026
• Call for public comment not related to agenda items

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda as presented. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting. Members agreed to add a discussion of downtown height and density issues to the May meeting agenda. The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Added downtown height and density discussion to May meeting agenda

General

The Charlevoix City Board of Review will meet on March 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, 210 State Street. The agenda includes a call to order, appeal hearings, a public comment period, and adjournment, with a lunch break from 12 PM to 1 PM.

• Appeal hearings
• Public comment period

General

The Charlevoix City Election Commission will consider several consent items, including approving ballots for upcoming elections and appointing precinct election inspectors. It will also conduct a public accuracy test for the special election and adopt a resolution outlining delegated duties. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• Approval of ballots
• Appointment of precinct election inspectors
• Public accuracy test for the special election
• Adoption of resolution outlining delegated duties

The Election Commission approved its consent agenda and appointed precinct election inspectors. It accepted the Public Accuracy Test results for the May 5, 2026 special election and assigned Deputy Clerk Schulz as the assessor's designee. A resolution was adopted delegating election duties to the City Clerk or an authorized assistant. The meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of precinct election inspectors (motion carried)
• Accepted Public Accuracy Test results for May 5, 2026 special election (motion carried)
• Appointed Deputy Clerk Schulz as Assessor Lavender's designee for the test (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution delegating election duties to the City Clerk or assistant (yeas: Dvoracek, Lavender; nays: none; absent: Howard)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)

General

The Board of Review will meet to designate a chair and present the 2026 Assessment Roll. This process determines the assessed value of properties for tax purposes.

• Designation of Chair
• Presentation of 2026 Assessment Roll

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council meeting on March 2, 2026 includes routine items such as the pledge, roll call, and presentations. The council will vote on a professional engineering service contract for the Airport Layout Plan and adopt the 2026 schedule of rates and fees. Additional items on the consent agenda include the February 16, 2026 meeting minutes, accounts payable and payroll registers, and City Hall electric repairs and upgrade. The council will also consider a mayoral appointment.

• Professional Engineering Service Contract for the Airport Layout Plan (ALP)
• 2026 Schedule of Rates and Fees
• City Hall Electric Repairs and Upgrade (consent agenda)
• City Council Meeting Minutes – February 16, 2026 (consent agenda)
• Mayoral appointment

The council approved the 2026‑27 rates and fees for airport, cemetery, short‑term rentals, recreation, utilities and other services. It also authorized a professional engineering contract for the Airport Layout Plan and confirmed the mayor’s appointment of Megan Cassada to the Shade Tree & Park Commission. The consent agenda items, including the February minutes, accounts payable registers and City Hall electric upgrades, were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 16, 2026 City Council meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved February accounts payable and payroll check registers totaling $1,904,556.72 (consent agenda)
• Approved City Hall electric repairs and upgrade plan, to be funded in the 2026/27 budget (consent agenda)
• Approved professional engineering service contract for Airport Layout Plan with RS&H (5‑0 vote)
• Approved amended golf rates (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑03‑01 adopting 2026‑27 rates and fees for airport, cemetery, short‑term rentals, recreation, miscellaneous and utilities (5‑0 vote)
• Confirmed Mayor Lyle Gennett’s appointment of Megan Cassada to the Shade Tree & Park Commission (5‑0 vote)

City Council

The Charlevoix City Council will vote on two budget ordinances: an amended 2025‑26 budget (Ordinance 868) and the full 2026‑27 budget (Ordinance 869). The meeting also includes a special event request for the Memorial Day Parade, a request for a Trout Tournament, and a parking agreement with Fresh Air Aviation. Additional items are a council appointment to the Recreational Authority Board and routine reports.

• Ordinance 868: Adoption of Amended 2025‑26 Budget
• Ordinance 869: Adoption of the 2026‑27 Budget
• Special Event Request: Memorial Day Parade
• Special Event Request: Trout Tournament
• Fresh Air Aviation Parking Agreement

The council approved the consent agenda, adopted an amendment to the 2025‑26 budget and adopted the 2026‑27 budget. It also appointed a member to the Recreational Authority Board and approved two special event and parking agreements. All votes were unanimous except the board appointment, which had one nay.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, payroll registers, Memorial Day Parade request, Planning Commission report) – yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: none; absent: Spring
• Adopted Ordinance 868 amending the 2025‑26 budget – yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: none; absent: Spring
• Adopted Ordinance 869 approving the 2026‑27 budget – yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: none; absent: Spring
• Appointed Mark L. Heydlauff to the Recreational Authority Board (term to 3/31/2029) – yeas: Kalbfell, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: Knapp; absent: Spring
• Approved Trout Tournament special event, waiving launch and overnight parking fees – yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: none; absent: Spring
• Approved parking MOU with Fresh Air Aviation – yeas: Kalbfell, Knapp, Halverson, Hagen, Parr; nays: none; absent: Spring

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

General

The Election Commission will consider approving the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss consolidating election precincts for the May 5, 2026 special election. A motion will be taken to let the clerk approve the minutes under Roberts Rules of Order.

• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2025
• Consolidation of election precincts for May 5, 2026 special election
• Motion to allow the clerk to approve the minutes per Roberts Rules

The Election Commission approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It adopted Resolution No. 2026-02-01, consolidating precincts 1018, 2019, and 3020 for the May 5, 2026 special election, with yeas from Dvoracek and Lavender and no nays. The commission also approved the clerk’s authority to approve the minutes under Roberts Rules of Order, again by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-02-01 consolidating precincts 1018, 2019, 3020 for May 5, 2026 election (yeas: Dvoracek, Lavender; nays: none)
• Approved clerk’s authority to approve minutes per Roberts Rules (unanimous voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Charlevoix Planning Commission will review an annual report and address zoning ordinance changes regarding data centers and off-street parking. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• Data Center Zoning Ordinance Regulation
• 153-185 Off-Street Parking, Loading, Access and Circulation Zoning Ordinance changes
• Planning Commission Annual Report
• Approval of January 12, 2026 Draft Minutes
• Zoning Administrator Report

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the draft minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. The Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Annual Report with noted corrections.

• Approved agenda – unanimous voice vote
• Approved January 12, 2026 draft minutes – unanimous voice vote
• Recommended approval of Annual Report with corrections – unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss financial planning for the upcoming year. The meeting focuses on operating budgets, fee structures, and capital improvements.

• 2026-2027 Operating Budgets
• Proposed Rates and Fees
• Capital Improvement Plan/Capital Budget

The council heard presentations on the 2026‑2027 operating budget, proposed sewer, water and electric rates, and the capital improvement plan. Council members discussed the items but did not approve, deny, or table any measures. No votes or formal actions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will determine dates for public hearings regarding the 2026-27 budget and a budget amendment for fiscal year 2025-2026. The body will also consider appointments for the Mayor and Council and review the City Charter.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance 869 of 2026: 2026-27 Budget
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 868 of 2026: Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Replacement of Underground Electric Line Locators: $22,623
• City Charter Review
• Mayoral and Council appointments

The council approved its consent agenda, including routine financial items and two special event requests. It adopted resolutions appointing City Manager Mark L. Heydlauff to the Michigan Public Power Agency board, designating him as the Member Authorized Representative, and directing the assessor and treasurer to share property data with the county. The council also set public hearings for the 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 budget amendments and directed a charter review to place a term‑length amendment on the November ballot.

• Approved consent agenda (including minutes, financial registers, investment report, $22,623 locators purchase, senior parade and 5K walk events) – motion carried
• Adopted Resolution 2026-02-01 appointing Mark L. Heydlauff as MPPA Commissioner and Jeff Goward as Alternate – motion carried
• Adopted Resolution 2026-02-02 designating Mark L. Heydlauff as MPPA Member Authorized Representative – motion carried
• Adopted Resolution 2026-03 directing City Assessor and Treasurer to share assessment and tax data with Charlevoix County for a parcel‑mapping website – motion carried
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 868 (2025‑26 Budget Amendment) on Feb 16, 2026 – motion carried
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 869 (2026‑27 Budget) on Feb 16, 2026 – motion carried
• Directed City Manager and City Attorney to review and prepare a charter amendment to change elected terms from two to four years and place it on the November ballot – motion carried
• Confirmed Mayor Lyle Gennett's appointment of Eric Huffman to the Downtown Development Authority (term ends Apr 30, 2028) – motion carried

Charlevoix DDA Board

The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority Board will consider setting its meeting schedule for 2026. It will review a proposal to replace the boiler in the Bridge Park building. The board will discuss plans for holiday decorations and conduct a budget review.

• Meeting dates for 2026
• Boiler replacement in Bridge Park building
• Holiday decorations
• Budget review

The Charlevoix DDA Board adopted the FY 2026/27 budget with revenues of $721,983 and expenditures of $719,707. It approved a $39,000 contract to replace three boilers in the Bridge Park Building. Additional funds were allocated for exterior building improvements, tree‑area repairs, and brick‑paver repairs, and the holiday‑decorations contract with Bill's Farm Market was extended for three years.

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Set 2026 meeting dates and times (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $39,000 boiler replacement contract for Bridge Park Building (abstain Nagel, motion carried)
• Extended holiday‑decorations contract with Bill's Farm Market for three years (unanimous voice vote)
• Allocated additional $10,000 for exterior improvements to Bridge Park Building
• Added $30,000 for rubber surface and concrete repairs around downtown trees
• Added $10,000 for brick‑paver repairs along Bridge Street sidewalk
• Adopted FY 2026/27 budget with $721,983 revenue and $719,707 expenditures (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding zoning ordinances for accessory buildings, residential raised decks, landscaping, and mixed-use sections. The body will also discuss the city budget and the Northside Trail Project.

• Public hearings on Zoning Ordinance Amendments Sections 153.116, 153.118, 153.160, and 153.171
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 70 Traffic Code
• Approval of electrical contractor for City Hall
• Special event requests for Easter Egg Hunt and Knee Deep Performance-Odmark Pavilion
• Budget discussion and review

The City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously. A proposal to amend the zoning code for accessory buildings (Ordinance Amendment 863) failed on a 3‑3 vote. The council adopted Ordinance Amendment 864, adding new rules for rooftop decks and residential raised decks, with a 6‑0 vote. Council members agreed to revisit the failed accessory‑building amendment when new design standards are ready.

• Approved consent agenda (yeas: Knapp, Parr, Kalbfell, Halverson, Hagen, Spring)
• Failed Ordinance Amendment 863 (Accessory Buildings) (yeas: Knapp, Hagen, Spring; nays: Parr, Kalbfell, Halverson)
• Approved Ordinance Amendment 864 (rooftop decks and raised decks) (yeas: Knapp, Parr, Kalbfell, Halverson, Hagen, Spring; nays: none)
• Council agreed to bring back Ordinance Amendment 863 with new design standards

Planning Commission

The Charlevoix Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed Data Center Ordinance and review existing parking standards. The meeting will also cover 2026 priorities and include a public comment period.

• Discussion of Data Center Ordinance
• Review of Existing Zoning Ordinance Parking Standards
• Approval of December 8, 2025 minutes
• 2026 Priorities
• Zoning Administrator Report

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

City Council

The City Council will consider setting public hearings for several zoning and traffic code amendments. The body will also receive an update on the Northside Trail Development and review a budget policy for special events.

• Ladder truck repair invoices totaling $103,379.85
• Proposed public hearings for zoning amendments regarding accessory buildings, residential raised decks, and landscaping
• Proposed public hearing for a new Mixed Use zoning section
• Proposed public hearing to amend Chapter 70 Traffic Code
• Budget policy for supporting special events