Grand Ledge public meetings in 2024

Board of Cemetery Trustees

The Board of Cemetery Trustees will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural items and a staff report from the Public Works Superintendent.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Grand Ledge Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a motion to approve a variance allowing a fence up to 7.6 feet high at 913 Candela Lane, exceeding the 6-foot limit. This is a reconsideration of a request denied in September. The board will also vote on adopting Rules of Procedure and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on variance to permit fence height up to 7.6 ft at 913 Candela Lane
• Motion to approve the variance following the public hearing
• Motion to approve the Rules of Procedure
• Approval of September 19, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Zoning Administrator's report

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance allowing a fence up to 7.6 feet high along the east property line at 913 Candela Lane, exceeding the 6-foot limit by 1.6 feet. The approval requires the applicant to replace fence slats to screen a retaining wall from the neighbor's view without increasing the fence's current height, with work due by April 30, 2025. The board also unanimously approved its Rules of Procedure. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved fence height variance at 913 Candela Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Rules of Procedure (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Grand Ledge Parks and Recreation Commission will review and discuss an amended City Code Chapter 24 (Parks and Facilities Ordinance) adopted by the City Council on November 25, 2024, and receive an update on the Jaycee Park Playground project. They will also hear reports on Phase I ball fields, grant applications, Fitzgerald Memorial Field, and Oak Park fence, along with an update from Eaton County Parks. The agenda includes approval of minutes and financial statements, a discussion of meeting procedures, and adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Jaycee Park Playground update (unfinished business)
• Amended City Code Chapter 24 – Parks and Facilities Ordinance
• Phase I Ball Field update
• Grant application updates
• Discussion of rules for meeting procedure, minutes, and protocol

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule after amendments to add meetings in March, May, and September. The schedule was adopted with a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Langley dissenting. The commission also approved the agenda, minutes from October 24, 2024, and placed the monthly financial statement on file.

• Approved agenda for December 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved October 24, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 24, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Placed monthly financial statement on file (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule with added March, May, September meetings (6-1)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is holding an informational meeting to review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. The body is also outlining project priorities for 2024/2025.

• Review of DDA total assets of $10,398,857 and total liabilities of $4,829,721 as of June 30, 2024
• Review of $4,105,963 in total long-term debt, including 2010 and 2023 General Obligation Bonds
• Tier 1 priorities: Downtown streetscape rehabilitation, façade/renovation grants, public bathrooms, and public art
• Tier 2 priorities: Bridge Street Plaza infill development, Jaycee Park development, virtual marketing, and entryway signage

The Downtown Development Authority met for an informational session in compliance with Public Act 57 of 2018. Assistant City Manager Amee King reviewed the Authority's 2024/2025 priorities and the FY 24 audit. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss a request from the Opera House to enter into a parking lot paving agreement. The board will also review financial statements and updates on the Grand Renovations project.

• Opera House Request for Parking Agreement
• Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge staff report
• Financial transactions and bills review

The Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved the agenda, minutes, and financial transactions totaling $42,392.77. Staff will send a letter to the Opera House Authority regarding water issues, shed relocation, and dumpster enclosure. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 11, 2024 regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 26, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Acknowledged payment of financial transactions and bills totaling $42,392.77 (unanimous)
• Accepted and placed on file monthly financial statements (unanimous)
• Consensus to send letter to Opera House Authority about water issues, shed relocation, and dumpster enclosure

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a regular meeting and committee-of-the-whole session. The council is set to vote on extending a contract with Accurate Excavating for lead or galvanized water service replacement, discuss a lease renewal for Fitzgerald Park with Eaton County, and consider amending the Building Department Fee Schedule as part of the annual budget. Other items include renewing an MOU with Grand Ledge Youth Baseball for field use and discussing a solid waste grant program.

• Extension of contract with Accurate Excavating for lead or galvanized water service replacement
• Discussion of Fitzgerald Park Lease Agreement Renewal and Addendum with Eaton County
• Resolution to renew Memorandum of Understanding with Grand Ledge Youth Baseball, Inc. for use of Fitzgerald Memorial Ball Field
• Resolution to amend Resolution #49 of 2024 (annual budget) to change Building Department Fee Schedule
• Discussion of 2024-2025 Eaton County Solid Waste Alternatives Grant Program

The Grand Ledge City Council unanimously approved an extension of the contract with Accurate Excavating for lead or galvanized water service replacement, and amended the FY 2025 budget to update the Building Department Fee Schedule. The council also renewed a Memorandum of Understanding with Grand Ledge Youth Baseball for use of Fitzgerald Memorial Ball Field and the adjacent ballfield. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including the Fitzgerald Park lease agreement with Eaton County and the Eaton County Solid Waste Alternatives Grant Program.

• Approved Resolution #80 of 2024 extending contract with Accurate Excavating for lead/galvanized water service replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #81 of 2024 renewing MOU with Grand Ledge Youth Baseball for Fitzgerald Memorial Ball Field and adjacent ballfield (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #82 of 2024 amending FY 2025 budget to update Building Department Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including financial transactions, Nov 25 minutes, and closed session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Received and filed November 2024 staff reports from all departments (unanimous)
• Approved mayor's reappointments and appointments to boards and commissions (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on approving its 2024 annual report to the City Council, the 2025 work plan, and the 2025 meeting schedule. Commissioners will also discuss the ongoing Master Plan update, which involves updating the future land use plan. Reports from the Zoning Administrator and Community Development Director are scheduled.

• Motion to approve the 2024 annual report to the City Council
• Motion to approve the 2025 work plan
• Discussion on Master Plan update
• Motion to approve the 2025 meeting schedule

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission's regular meeting on December 5, 2024, was not held because no members were present, resulting in no quorum. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned immediately after roll call.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a special meeting to decide on funding requests for the Jaycee Park Playground and MDOT mast arms. The board will also receive updates on the Grand Renovations project and a parking agreement request for the Opera House.

• Funding request for Jaycee Park Playground
• Action item regarding MDOT mast arms
• Informational item on Opera House parking agreement
• Staff report on Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 24 regarding parks and park facilities. The consent agenda includes a contract modification (#4) for Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge and a resolution to join the West Michigan Health Insurance Pool for three years. The council will also appoint members to the Election Commission and administer oaths to re-elected council members.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 24 – Parks and Park Facilities
• Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge Contract Modification #4
• Resolution authorizing three-year membership in West Michigan Health Insurance Pool
• Appointments to the Election Commission
• Personnel Manual amendment – Vacation Accrual Schedule

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss funding requests for the Jaycee Park Playground and MDOT mast arms. The board will also receive an informational update regarding a parking agreement request for the Opera House.

• MDOT - Mast Arms (Action Item)
• Jaycee Park Playground funding request (Action Item)
• Opera House parking agreement request (Informational Item)

Local Development Finance Authority

This meeting is an informational session with no decisions or public hearings listed. The agenda includes a presentation of the LDFA's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. The public may attend in person or via Zoom to offer comments.

• Presentation of annual financial report showing LDFA net position of $3.1 million and total assets of $7.9 million

Local Development Finance Authority

The Grand Ledge Local Development Finance Authority holds a special meeting on Nov 13, 2024. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 2024, staff reports, and new business. A staff report details a $230,000 LEAP grant awarded for tree and brush removal at the Industrial Park, with a $20,000 LDFA match, and a $121,941 contract awarded to E.T. Mackenzie.

• Approval of April 10, 2024 informational and regular meeting minutes
• Staff report on $230,000 LEAP Strategic Site Readiness Grant for tree/brush removal at Industrial Park
• Tree removal work began November 4, 2024, with E.T. Mackenzie as contractor ($121,941)
• Possible cleaning/dredging of stormwater detention pond using remaining grant funds
• Discussion of sale of a 6-acre property in Industrial Park to a local business owner

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is holding an informational meeting to receive the annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion only. Public comments will be accepted.

• DDA reports total net position of $3.11 million
• Revenues of $2.26 million and expenditures of $3.45 million for FY 2024
• Long-term debt of $4.1 million, including 2010 and 2023 general obligation bonds
• Capital assets of $3.72 million, with $2.04 million in construction in progress
• DDA fund balances decreased by $1.2 million over the fiscal year

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider approving a lease agreement renewal and addendum with Eaton County for Fitzgerald Park, and will introduce an ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 24 on parks and park facilities, setting a public hearing for the next regular meeting. The consent agenda includes approval of financial transactions, past minutes, and a special event rental for the 2024 Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade. The meeting also includes staff reports from multiple departments and a closed session.

• Resolution to approve a lease renewal and addendum with Eaton County for Fitzgerald Park
• Introduction and public hearing set for ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 24 – Parks and Park Facilities
• Special event rental application for the 2024 Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
• Approval of October 2024 financial transactions and bills
• Receipt and placement on file of October 2024 staff reports from six city departments

City Council

The City Council will review financial reports and budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2025. The body is deciding on a bid award for vegetation removal and reviewing final payments for downtown renovations.

• Bid award to E.T. MacKenzie, Co. for tree and brush removal at Willis Industrial Park
• Final construction payment of $136,047.99 to E.T. MacKenzie for Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge
• Fiscal Year 2025 1% quarter budget adjustments
• Payment of $1,474,523.00 to RK Davis, Inc. for professional services
• Payment of $86,359.50 to Water Management Specialists, Inc. for professional services

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving minutes from prior meetings and receive staff updates on several park projects, including Phase I ball field, downtown renovations, and the Oak Park Nature Preserve. The commission will also discuss rules for meeting procedure and hear public comment.

• Staff report on Phase I Ball Field construction updates
• Updates on grant applications for park projects
• Downtown Grand Ledge renovation projects: Hillside Seating at Fitzgerald Memorial Field and Deck and Restroom at Riverfront Park
• City Council approval of Oak Park Nature Preserve/Bird Sanctuary
• Discussion of new rules for meeting procedure, minutes, and protocol

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting that consists of a walking field trip to review two projects: the W. River St. Hillside Seating Project and the Riverview Park Deck and Restroom Project. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for observation and discussion.

• Walking field trip to W. River St. Hillside Seating Project
• Walking field trip to Riverview Park Deck and Restroom Project
• Public comment period before the field trip

Board of Cemetery Trustees

The Board of Cemetery Trustees will meet to discuss the placement of waste receptacles. They will also approve the agenda and minutes from previous meetings in May and June 2024. A staff report from the Public Works Superintendent is scheduled.

• Discussion of waste receptacle placement

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions for up to $355 million in senior living revenue bonds for Great Lakes Senior Living Communities LLC, processed through the Arizona Industrial Development Authority. They will also debate a right-of-entry agreement with the U.S. Army for PFAS test wells at Abrams Municipal Airport, and consider a $3,000 allocation to reestablish a nature preserve in Oak Park. The consent agenda includes a franchise agreement with Comcast and a cooperative development agreement with Oneida Charter Township.

• Public hearing and resolution for up to $355 million senior living revenue bonds (Great Lakes Senior Living Communities LLC)
• Right of Entry Agreement with U.S. Army for PFAS test wells at Abrams Municipal Airport
• Resolution to allocate $3,000 for a 200 sq. ft. nature preserve/bird sanctuary in Oak Park
• Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Michigan LLC at 5% fee
• Amendment No. 2 Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township for city-owned parcel at 5564 E. Saginaw Hwy

Election Commission

The Grand Ledge Election Commission will consider a resolution to appoint precinct inspectors for the November 5, 2024, general election. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the July 11 meeting. A list of proposed inspectors by precinct and party is attached to the agenda.

• Resolution to appoint 40+ precinct inspectors for the Nov. 5, 2024 election
• Approval of Election Commission minutes from July 11, 2024
• Public accuracy test of tabulators (noted from attached minutes of Aug. 1 meeting)
• Appointments include inspectors for Precincts 1–4 and Absent Voter Counting Board

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss alley repairs as an action item, including a memo recommending rescinding a previous bid award to Cherry Oak Landscaping and awarding the Log Jam parking lot brick paving project to HMK Landscaping for $122,814.94. They will also receive an informational update on an Opera House parking agreement. Staff reports cover financial transactions and the Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge project.

• Alley repairs – Log Jam parking lot brick paving; memo recommends rescinding Cherry Oak bid and awarding to HMK Landscaping for $122,814.94, using fund balance for over-budget amount
• Opera House parking agreement – informational update, with previous estimate of $65,000 to repave lot
• Grand Renovations update – planter boxes, River Street concrete, park bathroom framing, light pole painting
• Financial transactions and bills report; monthly financial statement to be accepted and placed on file
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will review a draft of its rules of procedure and discuss updates to the city's Master Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and reports from staff.

• Review of draft Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
• Master Plan discussion
• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports from Zoning Administrator and Community Development Director
• Public comments and communications

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider resolutions to call a public hearing for tax-exempt bonds for Great Lakes Senior Living Communities, approve paving proposals from Rieth-Riley Construction for city facilities, and approve a month-to-month waste collection service agreement with Granger Waste Services. The consent agenda includes financial transactions, minutes, job descriptions, a trick-or-treat event, and a traffic control order.

• Public hearing on proposed tax-exempt bonds for Great Lakes Senior Living Communities
• Approval of paving proposals from Rieth-Riley Construction for Iron Removal Plant, Public Services Garage, and Parking Lot #5 Island Park
• Approval of month-to-month Waste and Recycling Collection Service Agreement with Granger Waste Services
• Bridge Street Trick-or-Treat on October 25, 2024 (consent agenda)
• Traffic Control Order #2024-05 (consent agenda)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to allow an existing fence along the east property line at 913 Candela Lane to remain at up to 7.6 feet, exceeding the 6-foot height limit. The variance is needed due to a grade change. The board will also elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary. Meeting minutes from June 2021 require approval.

• Public hearing on variance to permit fence height up to 7.6 feet at 913 Candela Lane (Section 46-9(3)b)
• Motion to approve variance allowing fence to remain as built due to uneven grade
• Election of chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary for the board
• Approval of June 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider action on the Island Parking Lot and alley repairs. Staff will also provide an update on Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge, and the board will review financial statements and transactions.

• Island Parking Lot – action item
• Alley Repairs – action item
• Opera House Request for Parking Agreement – informational item
• Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge – staff update
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes and financial transactions

The Downtown Development Authority approved a revised bid from Cherry Oak Landscaping for $115,768 to repair brick pavers in the LogJam parking lot, funded with fund balance. They also approved a not-to-exceed $40,000 bid from Reith Riley to mill and repave the Island Parking Lot, including striping, also using fund balance. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved Cherry Oak Landscaping bid of $115,768 for LogJam parking lot alley repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Reith Riley bid not to exceed $40,000 for Island Parking Lot milling and paving, including striping (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2024 agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Acknowledged financial transactions and bills totaling $8,370.09 (unanimous)
• Accepted and placed on file the monthly financial statements (unanimous)

Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission

The Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission will review financial and operations reports, including the reconstruction of taxiway lighting parallel to Runway 9/27. The body will also receive informational items regarding an airport inspection and the Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP).

• Reconstruction of taxiway lighting parallel to Runway 9/27 and Beacon
• Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP) informational item
• Airport Inspection informational item
• Information from Michigan Army National Guard

The Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule, moving spring and fall meetings to March and August. They also received and filed financial, T-hangar, and operations reports, and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule: Jan 7, Mar 4, Aug 5 (unanimous)
• Received and filed financial, T-hangar, and operations reports (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2024 agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2024 minutes as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an amendment to a Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township. The body will also consider a proposal for design engineering services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection System Improvements Project.

• Public hearing and resolution for Amendment No. 4 to the Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township
• Resolution for Hubbell, Roth and Clark, Inc. proposal for Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection System Improvements Project (Clean Water State Revolving Fund Project #5825-01)
• Discussion of 2024-2025 Eaton County Solid Waste Alternatives Grant Program application
• 2024 Grand Ledge High School Homecoming Parade Permit
• August 2024 staff reports from Manager, Community Development, Public Services, Assessing, and Building departments

The Grand Ledge City Council unanimously approved Amendment No. 4 to the Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township, enabling construction of a primary and specialty care facility by University of Michigan Health / Sparrow. The council also approved design engineering services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements and authorized submission of a solid waste grant application. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township (unanimous)
• Approved Hubbell, Roth and Clark design engineering proposal for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements (unanimous)
• Approved submission of 2024-2025 Eaton County Solid Waste Alternatives Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including financial transactions, prior minutes, and Homecoming Parade (unanimous)
• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Received and filed August 2024 staff reports (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation from the MSU Department of Forestry regarding the city's street tree inventory. Members will also discuss the Master Plan and draft rules of procedure for the commission.

• MSU Department of Forestry presentation on Grand Ledge Street Tree Inventory
• Master Plan discussion
• Review of draft Planning Commission Rules of Procedure

The Planning Commission received a presentation on a street tree survey and discussed long-term goals for tree replacement, reviewed redevelopment tiers for the Master Plan, and debated draft Rules of Procedure regarding public communication. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only votes were to approve the agenda and the August minutes.

• Approved September 5, 2024 regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone two parcels from agricultural to multi-family residential and to add Planned Unit Development to the zoning code. New business includes awarding a bid for Well #11 and setting a public hearing for an agreement amendment with Oneida Township. The consent agenda includes approval of financial transactions, minutes, a special event rental for Fall Fest and Beer Fest, and a state trunkline maintenance contract.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 5776 E. Saginaw Hwy (parcel #030-013-200-040-00) and adjacent vacant parcel (#030-013-200-062-01) from AG Agriculture to R-HD Multiple Family Residential
• Public hearing and ordinance to add Planned Unit Development to City Code Chapter 46 – Zoning
• Resolution to amend FY2025 budget for public notice fees for right-of-way closures
• Resolution to approve bid award to Raymer Water Company for testing and construction of production Well #11
• Motion to set public hearing on 09 September 2024 for Amendment No. 4 to the Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Township

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss replacing a removed playground at Jaycee Park with new ADA-accessible equipment. The body will also review the 2022-2026 Master Plan's Five-Year Action Plan and discuss a butterfly memorial garden.

• Proposed ADA-accessible playground replacement at Jaycee Park
• Butterfly Memorial Garden at Jaycee Park
• Nature Preserve/Bird Sanctuary at Oak Park (Nancy Block Memorial)
• Hillside Seating Project at Fitzgerald Memorial Field
• Deck and Restroom Project at Riverfront Park

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved a motion to support a recommendation for the City Council to pursue public and private funding to replace the removed, substandard playground at Jaycee Park with ADA-amenity equipment. They also unanimously approved a motion to request staff develop a plan for identifying where additional trees are needed in parks and the process for funding and planting them. Additionally, the commission unanimously approved a motion to request the City Council allocate up to $3,000 to plant indigenous plants in Oak Park to reestablish a nature preserve/bird sanctuary.

• Approved motion to support ADA playground replacement at Jaycee Park (unanimous)
• Approved motion to request staff develop a tree planting plan (unanimous)
• Approved motion to request $3,000 for indigenous plants at Oak Park (unanimous)
• Affirmed 2022-2026 Master Plan's Five-Year Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss action items regarding alley repairs and an informational item concerning a parking agreement for the Opera House. The board will also review financial statements and progress on the Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge.

• Alley Repairs action item
• Opera House parking agreement request
• Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge staff report
• Review of financial transactions and bills

The Downtown Development Authority met on August 14, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so the meeting was strictly for notes and no official actions were taken. Members heard staff reports on the Grand Renovations project and alley repairs, but no votes were held on these items.

• No quorum; meeting held for notes only
• Agenda approved unanimously (procedural)
• Minutes of July 10, 2024 approved unanimously (procedural)
• Financial transactions and bills acknowledged (no vote)
• Adjourned at 6:56 PM (procedural)

City Council

The council will first hold a Committee of the Whole to discuss enhancing public communication. At the regular meeting, they will consider consent items including a contract modification for downtown renovations, vote on bid awards for Harrison and W. River Streets Improvements and 2024 Street Resurfacing, approve a grant agreement for Willis Industrial Park site readiness, and approve a butterfly garden contract for Jaycee Park. The council also plans to enter closed session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Consent agenda: Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge Contract Modification #7
• Resolution to approve a grant agreement with the Lansing Economic Area Partnership for Willis Industrial Park site readiness
• Resolution to award bid to Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. for Harrison and W. River Streets Improvements
• Resolution to award bid to Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. for 2024 Street Resurfacing Services
• Resolution to approve contract with Luke Landscape Company for a butterfly garden in Jaycee Park

The Grand Ledge City Council unanimously approved a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Capitol City Labor Program for supervisory police officers for 2024-2027, along with several construction contracts and a park improvement project. The council also approved a grant agreement for Willis Industrial Park site readiness and a continuation of assessing services with DeWitt. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved and ratified tentative police supervisory labor agreement for 2024-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Rieth-Riley Construction for Harrison and W. River Streets improvements (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Rieth-Riley Construction for 2024 street resurfacing services (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Lansing Economic Area Partnership for Willis Industrial Park site readiness (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Luke Landscape Company for butterfly garden in Jaycee Park (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of assessing services agreement with City of DeWitt and Charter Township of DeWitt (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Grand Renovations Contract Modification #7 (unanimous)
• Approved staff reports from July 2024 (unanimous)

Election Commission

The Grand Ledge Election Commission will meet to conduct a Public Accuracy Test for the August 6, 2024 election. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its July 11, 2024, meeting and hear audience participation. This is a procedural meeting focused on election preparation.

• Public Accuracy Test for the August 6, 2024 election
• Approval of July 11, 2024 Election Commission minutes
• Audience participation period

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates to the Master Plan, focusing on redevelopment areas and other topics. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items and approvals of previous meeting minutes.

• Master Plan discussion on redevelopment areas
• Master Plan discussion on other topics
• Approval of June 6, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of June 27, 2024 special meeting minutes

The Commission reached consensus to include a list of specific properties and areas in the Master Plan as potential redevelopment sites, including 105 E. Saginaw Hwy., W. Jefferson Street, and several Bridge Street properties. They also discussed the need for a community event sign at M-43/M-100 and retaining small town character. No formal votes were taken on these items; the action was a consensus agreement.

• Consensus to include 105 E. Saginaw Hwy. as a potential redevelopment site
• Consensus to include W. Jefferson Street (641 W. Jefferson to west city limits) as a redevelopment area
• Consensus to include east side of S. Clinton Street (Willow Highway to 313 S. Clinton) as a redevelopment area
• Consensus to include Bridge Street Plaza and properties at 317 N. Bridge, 326 S. Bridge, 227 S. Bridge as redevelopment sites
• Consensus to include south side of E. River Street and vacant commercial buildings along Saginaw Highway as redevelopment areas
• Consensus to include Green Street and Brookside Drive apartments as redevelopment sites
• Consensus to include commercial/industrial sites along N. Clinton Street (N. Bridge to McMillan) including grain elevator as redevelopment area
• Approved regular meeting agenda and minutes from June 6 and June 27, 2024, unanimously

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a regular meeting, preceded by a committee-of-the-whole on public communication. Key items include setting a public hearing to rezone two parcels on East Saginaw Highway from agriculture to multifamily residential, introducing a Planned Unit Development ordinance, appointing a building official, and approving police accreditation services. The council will also enter closed session for collective bargaining negotiations.

• Set public hearing for conditional rezoning of 5776 E. Saginaw Hwy (parcel #030-13-200-040-00) and adjacent vacant parcel (#030-013-200-062-01) from AG Agriculture to R-HD Multiple Family Residential
• Introduce ordinance to add Planned Unit Development (PUD) to city zoning code
• Resolution to appoint Daniel Hufnagel as Building Official
• Resolution to approve Rossow Group for consulting and accreditation services through the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission
• Motion to enter closed session for strategy and negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement

The Grand Ledge City Council unanimously approved introducing ordinances to rezone two parcels on E. Saginaw Hwy. from AG Agriculture to R-HD Multiple Family Residential and to add Planned Unit Development to the zoning code, with public hearings set for August 26, 2024. The council also appointed Daniel Hufnagel as Building Official and approved a consulting contract with Rossow Group for police accreditation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Introduced ordinance to rezone 5776 E. Saginaw Hwy. and adjacent parcel to R-HD Multiple Family Residential, set public hearing for Aug. 26 (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to add Planned Unit Development to zoning code, set public hearing for Aug. 26 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #57 appointing Daniel Hufnagel as Building Official (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #58 approving Rossow Group consulting for police accreditation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including financial transactions, July 8 minutes, charitable gaming license, and park rental (unanimous)
• Received and filed June 2024 staff reports (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session for collective bargaining strategy, then returned (unanimous)

Election Commission

The Grand Ledge Election Commission met to consider a resolution appointing precinct inspectors for the August 6, 2024, election. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from the February 15, 2024, meeting.

• Resolution to appoint Precinct Inspectors for the August 6, 2024, election
• Approval of February 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority

The Grand Ledge DDA will review financial transactions and monthly statements. The board will also consider a work order for the River/Bridge Street streetscape project. Updates on alley repairs and an Opera House parking agreement are also on the agenda.

• River Street Streetscape Work Order #1
• Alley Repairs update
• Opera House Parking Agreement request
• Review of financial transactions and bills

City Council

The City Council will review June 2024 staff reports and approve the consent agenda. Members are considering a resolution for an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. and an appointment to the Election Commission. A Committee of the Whole meeting is also proposed for July 22 regarding public communication efforts.

• Five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for hardware, software, and services
• Work Change Directives No. 1 and No. 2 for the Raw Water Main
• Appointment of a Council Member to the Election Commission
• Committee of the Whole meeting on July 22 regarding public communication efforts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning 75.8 acres at 5776 E. Saginaw Highway from agricultural to multiple family residential. The proposal includes conditions for a maximum of 350 rental units and the preservation of natural features.

• Rezoning 5776 E. Saginaw Highway from 'Ag' to 'R-HD'
• Proposed limit of 350 residential units
• Conditions for preserving natural features and utility service

Board of Cemetery Trustees

The Grand Ledge Board of Cemetery Trustees will meet to discuss cemetery maintenance. The agenda includes discussions regarding monument restoration and cleaning, as well as cremains vaults. A report from the Public Works Superintendent is also scheduled.

• Discussion of monument restoration and cleaning
• Discussion of cremains vaults

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider a 5% increase to the compensation plan for full-time employees and updates to the Personnel Manual regarding new holidays. The council will also review an amendment to a contract for airport taxiway lighting and beacon construction. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of recent financial transactions totaling $308,566.38.

• 5% increase to the full-time employee Grade and Step Schedule
• Amendments to add Martin Luther King, Jr. and Juneteenth holidays to the Personnel Manual
• Resolution to amend the airport taxiway lighting and beacon construction contract
• Approval of financial transactions totaling $308,566.38
• Adoption of the Annual Exemption Option for health insurance contributions

City Council

The City Council will consider a revised settlement agreement with the Grand Ledge Area District Library. The council also plans to review a bid award for construction at Riverfront Park. May 2024 staff reports from city departments will be received.

• Revised settlement agreement with the Grand Ledge Area District Library
• Bid award to Leavitt & Starck Excavating, Inc. for Riverfront Park Deck Expansion and Restroom Construction
• Receipt of May 2024 staff reports from city departments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a 78-unit, 93-bed assisted living facility. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to permit Planned Unit Developments. Additionally, the commission will discuss Master Plan updates for water and sewer systems.

• Site plan approval for a 78-unit, 93-bed assisted living facility
• Public hearing for an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to permit Planned Unit Developments
• Discussion on Master Plan updates regarding water and sewer systems

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing a recommendation for the Riverfront Park deck expansion. The agenda also includes a new grant application for enhanced downtown street lighting and a parking agreement request for the Opera House.

• $461,400.00 contract recommendation for Riverfront Park deck expansion
• Shared Streets and Spaces Grant Application for street lights
• Opera House parking agreement request
• Alley repairs update

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider adopting the annual budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, including tax levy and rates. A presentation on sewer and water rate analysis by the Michigan Rural Water Association indicates proposed rate increases (water ready-to-serve up 3.4%, volume up 3.5%; sewer ready-to-serve up 52.7%, volume up 3.5%). The council will also vote on a Michigan Shared Streets and Spaces grant application and an amendment to a property lease at Abrams Municipal Airport.

• Adopt FY2025 budget and tax levy
• Water rate increase: ready-to-serve $31.36 to $32.44, volume $5.90 to $6.11 per 1,000 gallons
• Sewer rate increase: ready-to-serve $31.83 to $48.59, volume $9.53 to $9.86 per 1,000 gallons
• Resolution authorizing Michigan Shared Streets and Spaces Grant application
• Amend property lease at Abrams Municipal Airport for private hangars

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year ending 30 June 2025 and the property tax millage rate. The council will also consider resolutions to establish a city street for future access to M-43, approve a grant application for Industrial Park tree removal, approve a contract for W. River St. Hillside Seating, and transfer jurisdiction over a portion of Saginaw Highway. Consent agenda items include special event rental applications and contract modifications.

• Public hearing on FY2025 budget and property tax millage rate
• Resolution to establish a city street for future access to M-43
• Resolution to approve Lansing Economic Area Partnership grant application for Industrial Park tree removal
• Resolution to approve agreement with Gordon Constructive Services for W. River St. Hillside Seating (Contract #2023-03B)
• Resolution to transfer jurisdiction over a portion of Saginaw Highway to Eaton County Road Commission

Downtown Development Authority

The DDA is considering a recommendation to approve a contract with Gordon Construction Services for the Fitzgerald Field project. This work involves modifying retaining wall designs and removing bleachers. The project will be funded through bond funds.

• Fitzgerald Field Retaining Walls and Seat Expansion proposal
• Gordon Construction Services revised bid of approximately $564,000
• Original project bid of $874,097
• Alley Repairs request for proposals
• Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge updates

Board of Cemetery Trustees

The Grand Ledge Board of Cemetery Trustees will consider recommending the Oakwood Cemetery Fiscal Year 2025 budget and fee schedule, and approve a monument restoration workshop with University of Michigan-Flint. The board will also approve the prior meeting's minutes and hear a staff report.

• Recommend Oakwood Cemetery FY2025 budget and fee schedule
• Approve monument restoration workshop with UM-Flint on July 19, 2024
• Approve minutes from September 6, 2023 meeting
• Staff report from Public Works Superintendent

Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission

The Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, discuss the reconstruction of taxiway lighting parallel to Runway 9/27 and the beacon, and receive an update from the Michigan Army National Guard. The commission will also make a recommendation to the City Council on the FY 2025 budget.

• Reconstruct Taxiway Lighting – Parallel to Runway 9/27 & Beacon – Construction update
• Information from Michigan Army National Guard (informational item)
• FY 2025 Budget recommendation to City Council

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission will consider setting a public hearing for June 6, 2024, on a proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to permit Planned Developments, which would allow flexible design and mixed uses. The commission will also discuss the Master Plan update. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from March 7, 2024.

• Motion to set public hearing for June 6, 2024, on Planned Development zoning amendment
• Discussion on Master Plan update, including pedestrian safety and street improvements
• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Zoning Administrator's report and Community Development Director's report

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Grand Ledge Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, receive committee and staff reports, and continue discussions on the 2022-2026 Master Plan priorities. Staff reports include updates on the Phase I Ball Field, grant applications, Eaton County Parks meeting, National Guard cleanup at Little Fitz Park, and W. River St. construction affecting access to Island Park and Fitzgerald Memorial Field. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Phase I Ball Field update
• Grant application updates
• National Guard cleanup at Little Fitz Park
• W. River St. construction affecting access to Island Park and Fitzgerald Memorial Field
• 2022-2026 Master Plan discussion continuation

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution on the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Clean Water State Revolving Fund project plan amendment. They will also receive the City Manager's recommended FY2025 budget and set a public hearing for May 13, 2024, on the budget and property tax millage rate. Other items include a bid award for street crack sealing and an amendment to the composting center fee schedule.

• Public hearing and resolution on Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Clean Water State Revolving Fund Project 5825-01
• Bid award to Asphalt Restoration, Inc. for street crack sealing
• Receive City Manager's recommended FY2025 budget and multiyear capital improvement program
• Set public hearing for May 13, 2024 on proposed FY2025 budget and property tax millage rate
• Amend fee schedule for Grand Ledge Composting Center Non-Resident Annual Stickers

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider recommending its FY 25 budget to the City Council, an action item. The board will also hear staff reports on financial transactions, the monthly financial statement, and the Grand Renovations project, and discuss unfinished business on alley repairs. The meeting is largely routine, with the budget recommendation being the main substantive item.

• FY 25 Budget Recommendation to City Council (action item)
• Alley repairs discussion (unfinished business)
• Grand Renovations project update (staff report)
• Financial transactions and bills (staff report)
• Monthly financial statement (staff report)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is holding an informational meeting to review its proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which includes revenues of $1,409,392 and expenditures of $1,411,879 for the DDA fund. The agenda also covers board priorities, including downtown streetscape, facade grants, public bathrooms, and public art. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for public comment and informational purposes only.

• FY2025 DDA fund budget: $1,409,392 revenue, $1,411,879 expenditures
• Proposed $300,000 transfer to DDA Capital Projects Fund for public gathering space
• Debt service fund requests $651,905 transfer from DDA for bond payments
• Capital projects fund requests $300,000 for sidewalks and Jaycee Park
• 2023 Downtown Capital Projects Fund includes $1,000,000 MEDC grant and $2,860,000 construction

Local Development Finance Authority

The Grand Ledge Local Development Finance Authority is holding an informational meeting to discuss its proposed FY2025 budget. The agenda includes roll call, pledge, audience participation, and adjournment, with the budget as the main item. The meeting is required by Public Act 57 of 2018 and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Proposed FY25 budget shows revenues of $47,274 and expenditures of $47,099, with estimated working capital of $18,821.
• Property tax revenue from Zion/CentralStar/Capitol Bedding is projected at $47,259 for FY25.
• Property operating expenses of $32,000 are budgeted for LEAP - LRSR Grant (Lansing Regional Site Readiness Grant).
• Debt payments for 2016 Refunding Capital Improvement Bonds were completed in FY23.
• The meeting is informational only, with no formal action items listed.

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority is holding a special meeting to consider recommending its Fiscal Year 2025 budget to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 2023 meetings. The attached financial report shows the LDFA fund with about $53,466 in cash as of February 29, 2024.

• Motion to recommend FY2025 LDFA budget to City Council
• Approval of Nov 8, 2023 informational and regular meeting minutes
• LDFA fund balance of $53,466.33 as of Feb 29, 2024
• FY2023-24 amended budget of $47,274 in revenues and $47,163 in expenditures

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will vote on several resolutions, including grant applications for a ball field and ADA-accessible restrooms at the Grand Ledge Ball Park, a downtown fireplace, and bid awards for water service replacement and cross-connection control. The council will also receive staff reports and may enter closed session to discuss attorney correspondence.

• Resolution to approve bid award to HydroCorp for residential Cross Connection Control Program services
• Resolution to approve Eaton County Parks Community Grant Program submission for Phase II Ball Field at Grand Ledge Ball Park
• Resolution to approve Eaton County Parks Community Grant Program submission for permanent ADA-accessible restrooms at Grand Ledge Ball Park
• Resolution to approve Lansing Economic Area Partnership Small Town Enhancements Grant Program submission for a downtown fireplace
• Resolution to approve bid award to Accurate Excavating for lead or galvanized water service replacement

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission will consider setting a public hearing for May 2, 2024, on a proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to permit Planned Developments. The commission will also discuss the Master Plan update, focusing on pedestrian safety and street improvements. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Motion to set public hearing for May 2, 2024, on Planned Development ordinance amendment
• Discussion on Master Plan update, including pedestrian safety and street connections
• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Zoning Administrator's report on planned development ordinance draft
• Community Development Director's report on city projects

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider setting a public hearing for April 22 on a wastewater treatment plant and sewer system improvements plan, and will vote on several resolutions including a state disaster grant, a stormwater agreement, and bid awards for tree planting and cross-connection control services. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a closed session to discuss attorney correspondence.

• Public hearing set for April 22 on Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Clean Water State Revolving Fund Final Project Plan Amendment, Project 5825-01
• Resolution on State Disaster Contingency Fund Grant
• Resolution to approve revised Memorandum of Agreement with Greater Lansing Regional Committee for Stormwater Management
• Bid award to Landmark Skidsteer and Trucking for tree supply and planting services
• Bid award to HydroCorp for Cross Connection Control Program Services

Downtown Development Authority

The Grand Ledge Downtown Development Authority will meet to review routine financial reports, including transactions and bills, and receive updates on the downtown renovation project and alley repairs. The agenda includes public comment periods and committee reports.

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold public hearings on grant applications for an ADA observation platform at Jaycee Park and ballfields Phase II near Fitzgerald Park, and consider resolutions authorizing matching funds. The council will also vote on contracts for grounds maintenance, landscaping, and electrical services, and certify streets to the Act 51 map. The meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 annual budget.

• Public hearing on DNR Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for ADA Observation Platform at Jaycee Park
• Public hearing on Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for ballfields Phase II adjacent to Fitzgerald Park
• Resolution to approve bid award and contract with Snyder's Landscape Design, Inc. for city-owned parcels grounds maintenance
• Resolution to approve bid award and contract with Precision Lawn & Snow for City Hall and DDA landscaping
• Resolution to approve bid award and contract with Newkirk Electric Associates for commercial and airport electrical services

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a zoning ordinance amendment regarding planned developments and a Master Plan update. No final decisions are listed; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding Planned Developments
• Discussion of Master Plan Update

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider awarding contracts for the W. River St. sanitary sewer relocation, schedule public hearings for park grant applications, and possibly repeal a prior bid for the Riverfront Park Deck Expansion. The agenda also includes routine items like consent agenda approval, staff reports, and a closed session to discuss attorney correspondence.

• Bid award to Leavitt and Starck Excavation for W. River St. Sanitary Sewer Relocation
• Professional Service Contract with Wolverine Engineers & Surveyors, Inc. for construction engineering on the sewer relocation
• Public hearing scheduled for 11 March 2024 on DNR LWCF grant for ADA Observation Platform at Jaycee Park
• Public hearing scheduled for 11 March 2024 on MNRTF grant for Grand Ledge Ball Park Phase II
• Resolution to repeal Resolution #72 of 2023 regarding Custom Built, Inc. bid for Riverfront Park Deck Expansion

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Grand Ledge Parks and Recreation Commission will consider recommending City Council approval of two grant applications: one for an ADA-accessible observation platform at Jaycee Park and another for Phase II of the ball field project near Fitzgerald Park. The meeting also includes a FY2025 budget presentation, an Earth Day discussion, and routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• Land and Water Conservation Fund application for ADA Observation Platform at Jaycee Park, estimated cost $642,205.42, with $321,103 in requested grant funds
• Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund application resubmission for Phase II Ball Field, estimated cost $536,000, with maximum grant of $400,000
• FY2025 budget presentation for Parks and Recreation
• Earth Day 2024 discussion
• Phase I Ball Field update

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider a motion to support the city's application for a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant to build an ADA Observation Platform at Jaycee Park, with the DDA committing $300,000 in matching funds. The board will also review financial reports, including January expenditures of $61,185.25, and discuss alley repairs and downtown renovation contracts.

• Motion of support for LWCF grant application for ADA Observation Platform at Jaycee Park (project cost $642,205.42; DDA match $300,000)
• Review of January financial transactions and bills totaling $61,185.25
• Discussion of alley repairs, including brick replacement in the log jam parking lot
• Update on Grand Renovations contracts with E.T. Mackenzie, Seaway Painting, and Precision Lawn and Snow
• Approval of January 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will consider several resolutions for infrastructure projects, including road reconstruction, airport taxiway lighting, and ballfield development. The agenda also includes routine items like consent agenda approval and staff reports.

• Resolution to approve MDOT contract for W. River St. and Harrison St. reconstruction
• Resolution to approve contract for taxiway lighting reconstruction at Abrams Municipal Airport
• Resolution to approve construction administration contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc.
• Resolution to approve bid award to E.T. MacKenzie Co. for ballfields site work
• Resolution to approve bid award to Water Management Specialists for ballfield development

Election Commission

The Grand Ledge Election Commission is meeting to handle routine election business. They will consider approving the minutes from the October 2023 meeting, delegate duties to the City Clerk, and appoint precinct inspectors for the upcoming February 27, 2024 election.

• Resolution to delegate duties to the City Clerk
• Resolution to appoint Precinct Inspectors for the 27 February 2024 election
• Approval of minutes from the 17 October 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Master Plan update and elect new officers. The commission is also scheduled to consider a recommendation for the 2025–2029 Capital Improvements Plan.

• Recommendation of the 2025–2029 Capital Improvements Plan
• Master Plan update discussion
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Grand Ledge Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 25, 2024, to approve the agenda and minutes, receive staff reports, and discuss unfinished business. Key items include reviewing 2004 minutes about the Nancy Block Memorial, discussing Jaycee Park sledding and straw bale purchase, and continuing Earth Day planning. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Discussion of Jaycee Park sledding and purchase of straw bales
• Review of 2004 minutes regarding the Nancy Block Memorial
• Earth Day discussion (unfinished business)
• Monthly financial statements and parks update
• Public comment period

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including resolutions to confirm special assessment districts for Fieldstone Farms Phase 6, a public hearing and resolution on Amendment No. 3 to the Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township, a professional service contract for Harrison St. and W. River St. reconstruction, and a bid award for stump grinding. The council will also consider a contract for IT services, a budget amendment, and a memorandum of understanding with the Grand Ledge Command Officers Association.

• Resolution to confirm Fieldstone Farms Phase 6 Street Lights Special Assessment District
• Resolution to confirm Fieldstone Farms Phase 6 Storm Sewer Special Assessment District
• Public hearing and resolution on Amendment No. 3 to Cooperative Development Agreement with Oneida Charter Township
• Professional Service Contract with Wolverine Engineers and Surveyor’s Inc. for Harrison St. and W. River St. Reconstruction
• Bid award for stump grinding to Complete Outdoor Services of Michigan

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from December 6, 2023, receive staff reports on financial transactions and the Grand Renovations project, and discuss new business, including alley repairs. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a discussion of alley repairs.

• Approval of December 6, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Staff report on financial transactions and bills
• Staff report on Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge
• New business: Alley Repairs

Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission

The Abrams Municipal Airport Advisory Commission will meet to consider recommendations to the City Council on an airport land lease and T-hangar lease forgiveness, and will receive staff reports on finances, T-hangars, and operations, including taxiway lighting reconstruction. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and audience participation.

• Airport land lease recommendation to City Council
• T-hangar lease forgiveness recommendation to City Council
• Reconstruct Taxiway Lighting – Parallel to Runway 9/27 & Beacon – Design & Construction update
• Financial reports and T-Hangar report
• Information from Michigan Army National Guard (informational)

City Council

The Grand Ledge City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning two parcels at 4063 E. Saginaw Hwy. from highway service to multiple-family residential, create two special assessment districts for Fieldstone Farms Phase 6, and consider several other items including a change order for the Iron Removal Facility Project and amendments to poverty exemption guidelines.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 4063 E. Saginaw Hwy. and adjacent parcel from B-1 to R-HD
• Resolution to create Fieldstone Farms Phase 6 Street Lights Special Assessment District
• Resolution to create Fieldstone Farms Phase 6 Storm Sewer Special Assessment District
• Change Order No. 8 for the Iron Removal Facility Project
• Resolution to amend City of Grand Ledge Poverty Exemption Guidelines

Planning Commission

The Grand Ledge Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan, discuss the Master Plan update, and elect officers. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and receiving reports from staff.

• Motion to recommend approval of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan
• Discussion on Master Plan update
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes