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Fri Jul 31, 2026
Airport Advisory Board
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City of Charlotte
Fitch H. Beach Municipal Airport
1325 Island, Charlotte MI 48813
Airport Advisory Board
Meeting
July 31, 2026
8:00A
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
a. Joe Pray
b. Mitch Maltz
c. Dave Roberts
d. Richard Deer
e. Jeff Wildren
f. Cam Robinson
g. Todd Cotter
3. Approval Minutes of the meeting held on April 20, 2026
4. Call to the Public
5. Agenda Items
A. Airport Master Plan
B. Hangar Update
C. Gas Pump Issues
D. Grant Update
E. Fly-ins
F. Camping site
G. Miscellaneous
6. Airport Manager’s Report
7. Financial Report
8. Board Member Comments
9. Adjournment
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Tuesday July 21, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of DDA Members
4. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 16, 2026 - Regular Meeting Minutes
5. Reports
A. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes.
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Consent Agenda
A. Charlotte Rising invoice for “Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026” in the
amount of $2,800
9. Business Item Agenda
A. Courthouse Concert DDA sponsorship logistics discussion
B. Halloween decorations sub-committee report
C. Christmas decorations sub-committee report
10. Public Comment
11. Board Member Comments
12. Upcoming Meeting Agenda Discussion
13. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
June 16, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Laupp at 6:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson Laupp, Vice Chairperson Howe, Members
Christensen, Garn, Caporali, Mead, and Lipsey. Council member
representative Rodriguez
Also in attendance: Deputy City Clerk Middaugh, Interim City
Manager Pastue
Absent: Member Garn
ABSENCE OF COMMISSIONERS:
Motion by Mead, supported by Rodriguez, to approve absence of
member Garn. Carried. Yea
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of Review - BOR
Charlotte Board of Review to correct assessment errors
The Charlotte Board of Review will meet to address qualified errors on the assessment roll, review agricultural property exemptions, and correct uncapping errors for the current and three prior years.
- Correction of qualified assessment errors
- Review of agricultural property exemption denials
- Granting of agricultural exemptions
- Correction of uncapping errors (current and 3 years prior)
- Hearing of Poverty Exemption appeals
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111 EAST LAWRENCE AVE, CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN 48813
517 - 543 - 2750 ( Phone ) | 517 - 543 - 8845 ( Fax ) |www.charlottemi.org
Sandy Osborn, Deputy Assessor
111 E. Lawrence Avenue
Charlotte, MI 48813
517-543-8844
[email protected]
CHARLOTTE BOARD O F REVIEW MEETING NOTICE
Date of Meeting: July 21, 2026
Time: 10:00am
Location: 111 E Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 ( 2 nd floor Council Chambers )
Purpose: This meeting allows the board of review to act on very specific items relating to the assessment
roll;
The Correction of qualified errors.
The board may review a denial by the assessor of a qualified agricultural property exemption for the
current year if the exemption was not in existence for the previous year.
The board may also grant a qualified agricultural exemption if there has not been a previous denial.
The board may also make limited changes in regards to the uncapping of a taxable. See PA 23 of 2005.
Uncapping error can be corrected for current and 3 years prior.
The board may also hear an appeal for a Poverty Exemption.
The previous list is a summary of changes the board is allowed to make. For a more detailed explanation
see Michigan State Tax Commission Bulletin #6 of 2018.
Please contact the Assessor if you have any questions.
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BOARD OF REVIEW MINUTES
Date : July 2 1 , 20 2 6
Members Present: Kim Curran, Bob Phillips, Christyne Powers , Tom Potter and Sandy
Osborn
Meeting Called To Order : 10: 00 a .m .
Meeting Type: ORGANIZATION MBOR JBOR DBOR
General Business:
The board of review changed the following:
200-042-000-050-01 changed TV from 71,492 to 135,000 for 2025 . This property sold on
6/14/2024 & should have uncapped for 2025.
200-042-000-050-01 changed TV from 73,422 to 138,645 for 2026. This property sold
on 6/14/2024 & should have uncapped for 2025 & increased at the CPI for 2026.
200-046-600- 900-00 changed SEV from 128,400 to 0 & TV from 86,964 to 0 for 2026.
Poverty exemption granted for 2026.
200-050-201-030-00 changed SEV from 68 ,5 00 to 0 & TV from 3 2 ,176 to 0. Poverty
exemption granted for 202 6 .
200-0 63 -61 2 -0 2 0-00 changed SEV from 92,2 00 to 0 & TV from 57 ,053 to 0. Poverty
exemption granted for 202 6 .
200-0 7 5 -6 0 4 -20 0-0 0 changed T V from 77 ,868 to 1 15 ,1 0 0 for 2026. This property sold
on 12/31/2025 & should have uncapped for 2026 .
200-090-000-458-00 changed SEV & TV from 400 to 7,700 for 2026. Taxpayer filed a
late personal property st atement.
Meeting adjourned 10: 0 8 a.m.
Mon Jul 13, 2026
City Council
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday July 13, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 22, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $439,671.05
B. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-44 to allow Michigan Liquor Control
Commission Special License for Friends of Eaton County Animals
C. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-45 to allow Michigan Liquor Control
Commission Special License for Frontier Days
D. Consideration to approve the Purchase of up to 900 tons of road salt from MiDEAL for
the 2026/2027 winter season in the amount of $61,611.00
E. Consideration for Approval of Eaton County Parks Community Gr
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Planning Commission
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 7th, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Excuse absent members
5. Approval of Minutes:
a. May 5th, 2026 (Regular meeting)
b. May 19th, 2026 (Special meeting)
6. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Business Agenda:
A. Resolution 2026-01 - 1764 Lansing Rd – Hollywood Jacks Site Plan (Adding Drive thru
window service.
B. Resolution 2026-02 - 400 Parkland Dr. – Commercial Accessory Building Site Plan
C. Resolution 2026-03 - 214 Lansing St. – Burger King Comprehensive Sign Plan
D. Resolution 2026-04 - 214 Lansing St. – Burger King Site Plan – Exterior Renovations
E. Resolution 2026-05 - 1108 W. Lawrence Ave – RCR Commercial Building Site Plan
9. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
10. Commissioner Comments
11. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
May 05, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson McRae at 7:01
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson McRae, Vice Chairperson Bearup,
Commissioners Bliven, N. Christensen, Frost, Hartwick, and
Snyder. Council member representative J. Christensen
Also in attendance : Fire Chief Fullerton , Deputy C ity Clerk
Middaugh, Interim City Manager Pastue
Absent: Comm
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
City Council
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday June 22, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
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Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 890 6165 0300
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 8, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Manager Report
C. Staff Report
i. Police Dept
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $1,609,737.12
B. Approval of Resolution 2026-40 approving a charitable Gaming License for Friends of
Eaton County Animals
11. Business Agenda
A. Consideration for approve contract Amendment No. 2 with ENG for $76,520.00
B. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-41 – Accounting Methodology for
Emergency Services and Vehicles Special Assessment Fund
C. Consideration to approve service agreement with The Woodhill
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 22 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with 6 council members present.
Councilmember Rodriguez was absent. A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Motion to excuse Council M ember Rodriguez by Council M ember
Brummette , seconded by Council M ember Scott . Motion carried.
INVOCATION :
Chuck Jensen – West Carmel Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – June 8 ,2026
Motion to approve as amended by C ouncil M ember Chin , seconded
by Council M ember Brum m ette . Passed 6 yea, 0 no, 1 absent . Motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Nicole Christ ensen , Eaton County Commissioner, invited
Council members, city staff, firefighters, and police officers to attend
the July 4th Block Party at the American Legion Post. The event will
include food, music, vendors, a bonfire, and entertainment. She also
invited city representatives to participate in a fundraising dunk tank
and judge a children's bicycle decorating contest.
Jessica , Charlotte Community Library Director , presented the
monthly library report, noting strong usage and community
engagement. She announced the library will seek a restoration millage
on the August 4 ballot to restore the rate originally approved by voters,
which has been reduced through statutory rollbacks
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Parks Advisory Board
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City of Charlotte
911 W Shepherd St, Charlotte, MI 48813
Parks Advisory Board
Meeting
June 16, 2026 7:00P
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes – April 21,
2026
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
A. Tree Nursery
B. Park Design Updates
C. Park Maintenance Update
D. New Park Signs
E. Parks Advisory Board Regular Meeting – July 21, 2026
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
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PARKS BOARD ADVISORY MEETING
Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 16 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
7:0 8 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll call was conducted with members Maldonado, Van Langevelde,
Lovaas, Story and DPW Director Whitney
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Council Member Brummette was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – April 21, 2026
Motion to approve with a minor grammatical correction
by Van Langevelde, seconded by Lovaas. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
No public comment.
AGENDA ITEMS :
A. TREE NURSERY
Arbor Day celebration: went great, 271 saplings
planted. The new reported on the
planting/introduction to the community.
Charlotte Street Trees: Saplings were donated from
Charlotte Street Trees organization who currently
waters the trees. They are setting up a volunteer
program.
B. PARK DESIGN UPDATES
Lincoln Park : Worries on Skate Park concrete repair.
Sections will have to be taken out and repoured.
DPW Director Whitney is not sure about the cost of
repairs vs replacement of concrete.
Board Member Story : Explained there are better disc
golf baskets w/ newer models that should be
included in the design updates
Lincoln South:
Pickleball courts being priced for the old skating
rink area. DPW Director is looking into possible
street crossing from sledding hill to disc golf course
& Skate Park.
South Ridge :
Needs more wood chips in play area. The city may
have a free woodchip resource. Basketball hoops are
unusable. DPW Director has ordered new hoops,
hoping
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
Charlotte DDA to elect leadership and discuss downtown recreation plan
The Downtown Development Authority will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027. The board will also discuss a downtown recreational area plan, holiday decorations, and maintenance requests.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027
- Downtown Recreational area plan and phases
- Halloween and Christmas decorations
- DPW power-washing request
- Watering of downtown planters
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 16, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Excuse Absent Members
4. Approval of Minutes
a. April 21, 2026 Regular Minutes
5. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Agenda Items
a. Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027
b. Downtown Recreational area plan/phases
c. Halloween/Christmas decorations
d. DPW power-washing request
e. Watering Downtown Planters
9. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
10. Board Member Comments
11. Next Meeting Agenda Discussion
12. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
City of Charlotte
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813
Downtown Development Authority
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026
6:30P
Agenda
1. Call to Order 6:38 PM
2. Roll Call Present - Chair Laupp, Christensen, Mead, Caporali, Rodriguez; Interim City Mgr Pastue;
Absent - Howe
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes: Moved by Mead; Seconded by Christensen;
Approved unanimous
4. Public Comments - None
5. Agenda Items
A. Marketing Steering Committee - Funding Mead moved to fund 2 10 hour blocks totaling
$2800, Christensen seconded. Rodriguez moved to amend to $1400 no second. Failed for
no support. Vote for original motion: all in favor; none opposed.
B.
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
June 11, 2025 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant
b. American Rentals
b. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Camp Frances Board
Camp Frances Board to discuss rental concerns and concrete path grant
The Camp Frances Board of Directors will meet to address renter and rental checkout concerns. The board will also receive updates on bylaws, a concrete path grant, and the pollinator garden.
- Renter and rental check out concerns
- Update on grant for concrete path
- Go Science Camp details
- Spring Campfire discussion
- Update on bee shares/pollinator garden
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
June 9, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes from 5/12/2026 meeting
3. Additions to the agenda
4. Treasurer report
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws
2. Update on grant for concrete path
3. Go Science Camp details
4. Spring Campfire - discuss
5. Update on bee shares/pollinator garden
New Business
1. City of Charlotte/DPW report - Anissa Buiskool
2. Do we want to cancel a summer meeting?
Next Meeting: July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Camp Check: June - Barb & Anne, July - Cathy, August - Susie
Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Amy Smith, D’Lynn Smith, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
June 9, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
Attended by: Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
1. Call to order at 6:31 pm
2. Approval of minutes from 5/12/2026 meeting - unanimous approval of the minutes
3. Additions to the agenda - microwave placement
4. Treasurer report - Susie reviewed the report and we currently have $16,467.35. It was
suggested that Amy meet with the City Treasurer to obtain info on how to interpret the
report.
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns - no concerns for May. There were 7 rentals. June is a very
busy month for rentals.
6. City Council Report - Brian reported on the following from the city Council meeting June 9: there
was a discussion of the special assessment and many community members were there to voice
their concerns about the assessment; B’s Floral is going to renovate the apartment above their
store; there is a new city manager , Vester Davis, and he starts July 1.
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - bylaws are close to being ready for approval. Susie will send them to
everyone once they have the final review by the attorney, council, and Non-Profit Network.
2. Update on grant for concrete path - Susie, Anne, Cathy, and Anissa attended the Board of
County Commis
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday June 8, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
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Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 878 6353 5942
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Sean Esterline
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes - May 26, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Public Hearing
A. Construction Code – Ordinance 2026-02
B. Administrative Board - Ordinance 2026-03
C. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Millage Levies
D. Presentation – Enterprise Fleet Management Program
10. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Staff Report
a) Fire Dept
11. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $252,108.14
B. Approval of Mobile Food Vending at Bennett Park
C. Approval of EES (Engage Employment Solutions) Professional Service Agreement
D. Approval of Resolution 2026-38 approving a temporary street clos
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 8 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with 6 council members present.
Councilmember Scott was absent. A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Mayor Fullerton noted one council member (Scott) was absent.
Motion to excuse Council M ember Scott by Council M ember Chin,
seconded by Council M ember Christensen. Motion carried.
INVOCATION :
Sean Esterline from First Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – May 26,2026
Motion to approve as amended by C ouncil M ember
Brummette , seconded by Council M ember Neumann .
Passed 6 yea, 0 no, 1 absent
PUBLIC COMMENT:
One resident speaking on behalf of Oak Ridge Estates residents,
requested that the city consider assuming maintenance of the
subdivision ’s private roads. He submitted a written request and
resident signatures to the City Clerk. No other public comments were
received.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
City Manager Pastue requested the following amendments to the
agenda:
Addition of a presentation on the Enterprise Fleet
Management Program as item 9d under Public Hearings.
Removal of claims and expenditures from the Consent
Agenda to the Business Agenda as item 12 -1a , to allow for
discussion of an additional expenditure.
Councilmember Christenson requested that Con
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Tue May 26, 2026
Brownfield Authority Board
Brownfield Authority Board to consider Shyft Group reimbursement
The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve tax reimbursements for the Shyft Group and review proposed budgets for fiscal year 2026-27. The board will also discuss the reactivation of the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) Board.
- Approval of FY 2025-26 Brownfield reimbursement to Shyft Group for properties at 1014 and 1023 Reynolds Road
- Review of FY 2026-27 Brownfield Redevelopment Fund proposed budget with $116,200 in projected revenues
- Review of LDFA Fund and Economic Development Fund budgets
- Discussion on reactivating the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) Board
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THE CITY oF
CHARLOTTE
—— MICHIGAN ——
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813, Second Floor Council Chambers
Tuesday, May 26, 2026; 11:00 a.m.
. Call to Order
- Roll Call
. Excuse Absent Members
. Approval of Agenda
. Approval of Minutes — None
. Finance Report — Month Ending April 2026 (Presented at Meeting)
. Board Action Items
a. Approve FY 2025-26 Brownfield Reimbursement to Shyft Group (Page 1)
b. Schedule Regular Meetings
. Review of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Brownfield Fund Proposed Budget (Page 2)
. Discussion - Reactivating Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)
Board
10.Review of LDFA Fund and Economic Development Fund Budgets
(Pages 3 and 4)
11.Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
12.Board Member Comments
13.Next Meeting
14. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
Shyft Group Brownfield Reimbursement and Distribution
Fiscal Year 2025-26
Initial Taxable Value - 1014 Reynolds Road 200-045-600-151-00 55,640
Initial Taxable Value - 1023 Reynolds Road 200-024-100-081-01 151,934
Actual Taxable Value After Improvement - 1014 Reynolds Road 197,848
Actual Taxable Value After Improvement - 1023 Reynolds Road 2,188,891
Actual Total Taxable Value After Improvement 2,386,739
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value - 1014 Reynolds Road 142,208
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value - 1023 Reynolds Road 2,234,805
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value 2,377,013
Stat
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Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81988520657
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 819 8852 0657 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 819 8852 0657
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Sean Esterline
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
a. May 11, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
b. May 14, 2026, Special Council Meeting Minutes
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Public Hearing
a. Public – Hearing Creation of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District
b. Emergency Services and Vehicles Assessment Roll (Staff Report SAD Resolution #5)
c. Public Hearing construction code – no attachment
d. Public Hearing administrative board resolution – no attachment
e. Presentation - ClearFlow Management Platform
10. Communications and Committee Reports
a. Mayor Report
b. Manager Report
c. Attorney Report
d. Staff Report
i. CPD
e. Councilmember Committee Reports
11. Consent Agenda
a. Approval
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
May 26 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Tuesday, May 26 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
All council members were present.
INVOCATION :
Sean Esterline from First Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – May 11 , 2026
Motion to approve by Chin, seconded by Scott.
Passed unanimously.
b. Special Meeting Minutes – May 14, 2026
Motion to approve by Scott, seconded by Chin.
Passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public comment focused primarily on taxation, the proposed
emergency services special assessment, transparency, and city
spending. Several residents objected to the special assessment
process, arguing that tax increases should be approved by voters
and expressing concerns about affordability, government
spending, and accountability. Speakers also raised concerns
regarding city operations, emergency response practices, rising
property taxes, and impacts on seniors and homeowners.
Additional comments addressed the city manager selection
process and Memorial Day parade participation. The Mayor
noted that further public hearing opportunities later in the
meeting would allow for additional discussion on the obsolete
property rehabilitation district and the emergenc
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Tue May 19, 2026
Planning Commission
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PROPOSED AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday May 19, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Members
4. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Action items:
a. Reconsider final recommendation to City Council of 2026 proposed Zoning
Ordinance & Maps
11. Commissioner Comments
12. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE, MI
&
CHARLOTTE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Chief – Tyger Fullerton
911 W. Shepherd St. Charlotte, MI 48813 Ph. 517-543-0241
To: Charlotte Planning Commission
From: Tyger Fullerton, Fire Chief / Zoning & Code Administrator
Date: May 13, 2026
Re: Parking Requirements Discussion & Final Recommendation – Proposed 2026 Zoning
Ordinance & Zoning Map
At the May 5, 2026 regular meeting, the Planning Commission voted to amend the final
recommendation of the proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map to City Council and
modifying Table 82-611. The approved amendment included renaming the table to reflect
“Maximum Parking Standards” and eliminating minimum parking requirements within the
ordinance, city wide.
Following the Planning Commission meeting and prior to the scheduled second reading before
City Council, we conducted additional research regarding parking requirement standards and
consulted further with John of Beckett & Raeder regarding the implications of eliminating
minimum
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Tue May 19, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 19, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Excuse Absent Members
4. Approval of Minutes
a. April 21, 2026 Regular Minutes
5. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Agenda Items
a. Downtown Recreational area plan/phases
b. Halloween/Christmas decorations
c. DPW power-washing request
d. Watering Downtown Planters
9. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
10. Board Member Comments
11. Next Meeting Agenda Discussion
12. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
City of Charlotte
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813
Downtown Development Authority
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026
6:30P
Agenda
1. Call to Order 6:38 PM
2. Roll Call Present - Chair Laupp, Christensen, Mead, Caporali, Rodriguez; Interim City Mgr Pastue;
Absent - Howe
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes: Moved by Mead; Seconded by Christensen;
Approved unanimous
4. Public Comments - None
5. Agenda Items
A. Marketing Steering Committee - Funding Mead moved to fund 2 10 hour blocks totaling
$2800, Christensen seconded. Rodriguez moved to amend to $1400 no second. Failed for
no support. Vote for original motion: all in favor; none opposed.
B. Beach Market open area ideas - discussed with Micha
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Thu May 14, 2026
City Council
City Council to interview candidates for City Manager position
The City Council will hold a special meeting to interview three candidates for the City Manager position. The council will then determine which candidates to select for further consideration.
- Interview with candidate Vestor Davis at 6:05 pm
- Interview with candidate Howard Fink at 6:50 pm
- Interview with candidate Scott Czasak at 7:35 pm
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:00 pm, Thursday, May 14, 2026
Interested persons can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84323850068
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 843 2385 0068#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 843 2385 0068
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Absence of Council Members
5. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council who are
participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call, press *9 (star nine) on your
keypad
6. Approval of Agenda
7. Discussion Items
a. Interview City Manager Candidates, 6:05 pm – Vestor Davis, 6:50 pm – Howard Fink,
7:35 pm Scott Czasak and then potential selection for further consideration.
8. Mayor and Council Comments
9. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Comments shall be made only during times set aside for that purpose.
Each citizen may speak for up to 5 minutes during each public hearing and comments period.
Comments made during public hearings shall be relevant to the subject of the public hearing.
Comments shall be made from the podium unless otherwise directed by the Mayor.
Comments shall be directed to the Mayor and Council members.
Speakers shall begin by stating their name and indic
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Special Council Meeting 6 :00 p.m.
May 14 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 14 , 2026, at 6 :00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
All council members were present.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Kent McDonald expressed concerns regarding Candidate 3, stating
that he viewed the candidate as a career politician and questioned
whether that background aligned with the needs and direction of the
position.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion: by Councilmember Chin , seconded by Councilmember
Ch ristensen. Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION ITEMS :
a. Interview City Manager Candidate s
1. Vestor Davis
2. Howard Fink
3. Scott Czasak
The Council, facilitated by consultant James Freed, conducted
structured interviews with three City Manager candidates . Each
candidate was asked the same set of questions covering their
motivation for applying , impressions of Charlotte, leadership
philosophy, budget processes, staff culture, and professional
challenges. Following the interviews, the Council deliberated
and selected a lead candidate.
Candidate 1 - VESTOR DAVIS:
Mr. Davis stated his interest in Charlotte was based on the
city ’s strong downtown, stable Council, and proximity to his
home in Lansing. He acknowledged past management turnover
but expressed optimis
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Thu May 14, 2026
Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
May 14, 2025 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant
b. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Tue May 12, 2026
Camp Frances Board
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting
May 12, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes from 4/14/2026 meeting
3. Additions to the agenda
4. Treasurer report - Amy
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - Susie
2. Business Expo, April 18th - Report from board members
3. Update on concrete path and bench placement - Grant applications - Rev Group
4. Spring Campfire, May 17th - FB event has been created and shared, Susie to make a
scavenger hunt page for spring items and Barb will print it off. Finish discussing plans and
confirm who will attend from the board.
5. A new flag has been gifted from the American Legion, Richard Wyatt was contacted by
Anissa.
New Business
1. Discuss the possibility of a bee shares / pollinator planting with educational signage at
Camp Frances. William SaintAmour has contacted Stephanie about finding a space in the city
for this project which he is funding.
2. City of Charlotte/DPW report - Anissa, update on Civic Plus
Next Meeting: June 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Camp Check: May - Susie, June - Barb & Anne, July - Cathy
Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Amy Smith, D’Lynn Smith, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
Attended by: Susie DeBack, Barb VanderMolen, Margaret Bales, Anne Watson, Cathy Bogner, Anissa
Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
1. Call to order at 6:31 pm
2. Approval of minutes from 4/14/2026 meeting = unanimous approval of minutes
3. Additions to the agenda - reminder of the science fair in June
4. Treasurer report - our current account balance is $19,000. This does not yet reflect the
$3800 payment for the basement floor.
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns - no concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann reported that the Camp Frances bylaws review was in
progress, updated us on the Zoning commission plan that was rejected partly due to parking
concerns, and that there are a lot of grants occurring.
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - Susie updated the status of the revisions to the bylaws. She reviewed the
comments from the city attorney and there will be another meeting to review these changes
on May 13th at City Hall. Items discussed included email approval of urgent concerns,
disclosure by board members of conflicts of interest, expanding board membership,
removal of the annual meeting requirement, eliminating the finance committee
requirement, and adjustments to the meeting schedule. Susie will send out Bylaws changes
to Board members.
2. Business
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt zoning ordinance and approve $651k in expenditures
The Charlotte City Council will consider adopting a new zoning ordinance and map, introducing administrative and construction code ordinances, and authorizing applications for various state grants. The body will also approve claims totaling $651,148.06 and discuss the purchase of a code enforcement vehicle.
- Approval of Claims and Expenditures totaling $651,148.06
- Second reading/adoption – Zoning Ordinance and Map
- Resolution 2026-26 to introduce Ordinance 2026-02 “City of Charlotte State Construction Code Ordinance”
- Resolution 2026-27 to introduce Ordinance 2026-03 “City of Charlotte Administrative Appeals Board Ordinance”
- Code Enforcement & Fire Inspector Vehicle Purchase
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday, May 11, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85859747637
One tap mobile: +16465588656,, 858 5974 7637#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 858 5974 7637
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Tim Potter – Calvary Baptist
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
a. April 27, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
b. May 4, 2026, Special Council Meeting Minutes – Open Session
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
a. Mayor Report
i. City Manager Candidate Interviews
b. Manager Report
i. City Manager update
c. Attorney Report
d. Staff Report
e. Councilmember Committee Reports
10. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Claims and Expenditures totaling $651,148.06
b. Authorization to apply for the SOM Fire Equipment grant program
c. Authorization to apply for EGLE Community Energy Management (CEM) grant – West
Side Fire Station HVAC Controls Upgrade
d. Authorization to apply for
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
May 11 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 11 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
INVOCATION :
Tim Potter from Calvary Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to approve April 27, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes was made and seconded. The motion carried
unanimously.
Motion to approve the May 4, 2026, Special Council Meeting
Minutes – Open Session was made and seconded. The motion
carried unanimously.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Councilmember Christensen was absent and excused.
Motion by Councilmember Chin, seconded by Councilmember
Scott. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Jodee Pruden expressed concerns about recent meetings not
being publicly broadcast, including the May 4 special meeting.
She also asked if the May 14 interview session would be
televised and noted issues with the Zoom camera quality .
City Manager Vince Pastue explained that the May 4 special
meeting was allowed under the Open Meetings Act because it
involved confidential City Manager candidate applications. He
confirmed the May 14 interviews would be televised on
Facebook, coordinated by the City Clerk.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion : made by Councilmember Scott, seconded by
Councilmember Rodriguez. Motion carrie
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Tue May 5, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Map
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and consider a final recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Map. The body will also discuss the potential for a standalone short-term rental ordinance and recommend appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Administrative Appeals Board.
- Public hearing and recommendation for the Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance & Map
- Recommendation regarding a standalone short-term rental ordinance
- Recommendation of a Planning Commission member appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
- Recommendation of a Planning Commission member to the Administrative Appeals Board (AAB)
- Appointment of a Planning Commission member to Administrative Review
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Excuse absent members
5. Approval of Minutes – April 7th, 2026
6. Early Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Public Hearing – Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance & Map
9. Action: Recommendation of Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordnance & Map
10. Action: Recommendation regarding short-term rental ordinance
11. Action: Recommendation of PC member appointment to ZBA
12. Action: Recommendation of PC member to Administration Appeals Board (AAB)
13. Action: Appointment of PC member to Administrative Review (Chair + member)
14. Late Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
15. Commissioner Comments
16. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
April 07, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson McRae at 7:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson McRae, Vice Chairperson Bearup,
Commissioners Bliven, N. Christensen, Garrett, Frost, Lester,
Hartwick, and S nyder. Council member representative J.
Christensen
Also in attendance : Fire Chief Fullerton , Deputy C ity Clerk
Middaugh, Interim City Manager Pastue
Absent: Commissioner Garrett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Vice Chairp
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Mon May 4, 2026
City Council
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PROPOSED AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
5 :00 P.M. Monday, May 4 , 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes . Attendees desiring to address council who are
participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call, press *9 (star nine) on your
keypad
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Agenda
a. Motion to enter closed session – review of confidential city manager applicants
b. Return to open session
7. Recommendations to interview candidates identified by number
8. Consideration of date and time for interviews
9. Mayor and Council Comments
10. Adjourn
~ Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Comments shall be made only during times set aside for that purpose.
Each citizen may speak for up to 5 minutes during each public hearing and comments period.
Comments made during public hearings shall be relevant to the subject of the public hearing.
Comments shall be made from the podium unless otherwise directed by the Mayor.
Comments shall be directed to the Mayor and Council members.
Speakers shall begin by stating their name and indicate if they are a resident or non-resident of the City.
Speakers shall refrain from using vulgarity, hate speech or “ fighting words. ”
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Special Council Meeting 6 :00 p.m.
May 4, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 4 , 2026, at 6 :00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call . Councilmember Chin and
Councilmember Brummette were absent. A quorum was met .
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Councilmembers Chin and Brummette were excused.
Motion by Rodriguez, seconded by Scott. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
No public comment.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion: by Councilmember Neumann , seconded by Scott . Motion
Carried.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING:
6a. The Council convened a closed session to review confidential
City Manager applicants.
Motion by Councilmember Scott, seconded by Christensen. Motion
carried.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION:
6b. The Council returned to open session following the closed
session review.
Motion by Councilmember Neumann, seconded by Scott. Motion
carried.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO INTERVIEW CANDIDATES
IDENTIFIED BY NUMBER:
After closed session, Council selected Candidates 6, 10, and 13 for
interviews, with Candidate 2 as alternate.
Motion by Councilmember Christensen, seconded by Rodriguez.
Motion carried.
CONSIDERATION FOR DATE & TIME FOR INTERVIEWS:
Council members and the consultant, consensus settled on
Thursday, May 14, at 6:00 PM .
Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Christensen.
Motion carried.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Cou
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider $902,210.09 in expenditures and budget amendments
The City Council will discuss a budget amendment for FY 25-26 and the creation of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District. The body is also deciding on street resurfacing projects and the solicitation of a Six-Year Capital Improvements Program.
- Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $902,210.09
- Resolution 2026-21 for Charlotte Celebrates street closures June 18-20, 2026
- Harris & Bostwick Street Resurfacing Project
- Resolution 2026-25 Budget Amendment for FY 25-26
- Resolution 2026-24 to initiate an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District (OPRA)
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday, April 27, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86934080280
One tap mobile: +16465588656,, 869 3408 0280#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 869 3408 0280
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation – Sean Esterline – First Lutheran Church
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Minutes
a. April 13, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
6. Absence of Council Members
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council who are
participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call, press *9 (star nine) on your
keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
a. Mayor Report
b. Manager Report
i. Guest – Ben Dawson, Eaton County Controller
c. Attorney Report
i. March/April
d. Staff Report
i. CPD Monthly Report
e. Councilmember Committee Reports
10. Mayoral Appointments
a. Amanda Lipsey – DDA Board
11. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Claims and Expenditures totaling $902,210.09
b. Approval of Agenda Deadline for Document Submission
c. Approval to Authorize Signatories for MDOT Contract
d. Approval of Resolution 2026-21 Authorizing Charlotte Celebrates Street Closure
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
April 27 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, April 27 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
INVOCATION :
Sean Esterline from First Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mayor Fullerton explained that, under Robert ’s Rules,
unopposed corrections to minutes can be made without a formal
motion. Councilman Christenson noted two corrections: change
“ McKenna ” to “ City Manager Pastue ” in the manager report,
and correct “ motin ” to “ motion ” in the business agenda section.
Motion by Council m ember Christensen to approve the minutes
as corrected. Seconded by Council m ember Chin . Motion carried
unanimously.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
All council members were present.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
John Laupp , speaking as chair of the Charlotte DDA, expressed
support for Amanda Lipsey's appointment to the DDA board and
noted two more openings remain. He voiced support for the
obsolete property rehabilitation district resolution, noting an
address correction needed (217 instead of 207). He questioned
an $812 budget change for the brownfield authority that he
couldn't find documented in meeting minutes.
Jessica Sulecki introduced herself as the new library director
and offered to answer any questions.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
City
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