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Public comment and manager reports are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4842,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to review site plan for 605 Sheridan and discuss data center ordinance", "summary": "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. 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The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4829,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to consider Lake Charlevoix EMS lease renewal", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4826,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4844,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "General", "headline": "Election Commission to appoint inspectors, test voting equipment", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4823,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4825,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "General", "headline": "ZBA will hold a public hearing on a side‑yard variance at 421 Michigan Ave.", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4814,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to discuss charter amendment referendum on council terms", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4818,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4828,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Shade Tree & Parks Commission", "headline": "Commission to discuss 2026 plantings at regular meeting", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4811,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission will preliminarily review the Sheridan Street Development", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4807,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4839,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider PILOT ordinances for Lighthouse Gardens and Charlevoix Apartments", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4797,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4820,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Charlevoix City Council holds public hearing on tour regulation ordinance", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4793,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4805,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Shade Tree & Parks Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss downtown building height and density", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4789,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4813,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-04", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to hold public hearing on 2026 Capital Improvement Plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4782,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4795,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "Charlevoix DDA Board", "headline": "DDA to discuss TIF renewal, lease renewal, and downtown infrastructure projects", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4779,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to approve contracts and hold public hearings on bus tours and tax ordinances", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4774,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4785,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-16", "body": "Shade Tree & Parks Commission", "headline": "Commission to discuss Ferry Beach relocation and master planning", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4771,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "City of Charlevoix Planning Commission to discuss Capital Improvement Plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4765,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4791,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council discusses capital plan, design guidebook, and master plan update", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4767,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4778,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to consider MDOT proposal for local streets connecting to US 31", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4760,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4777,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to discuss airport layout plan and future prospects", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4762,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4776,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "body": "Board of Review", "headline": "City of Charlevoix Board of Review meets March 19", "summary": "The Board of Review will meet to hear petitions and conduct regular business. 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Public hearings and other actions will be addressed before adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4755,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://charlevoixmi.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=4769,plainText=false)", "source": "https://charlevoixmi.civicclerk.com/" } ] }