Holland, MI

Human Relations Commission

The Holland Human Relations Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 20, 2026, at City Hall. The agenda includes approval of the July 16 minutes, a special presentation, and reports from the City Council liaison and student representative. The commission will also discuss strategic plan updates on governance, housing, education, and Social Justice Awards, and hold elections for Chair and Chair-Elect.

• Election of Chair and Chair-Elect
• Approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Strategic plan updates: governance, housing, education, Social Justice Awards
• Next meeting set for Sept. 17 at Heights of Hope Community Center, 450 Stratford Way
• MI Response to Hate Conference on Sept. 1 at Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center

Washington Square BID Board Meeting

The Washington Square BID Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business including membership updates, officer elections for Chair and Vice Chair, a bylaw review, and a budget planning brainstorm. The board will also receive a staff report on summer updates. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Officer elections for Chair and Vice Chair
• Bylaw review
• Budget planning brainstorm
• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment limited to five minutes

HBPW Board of Directors - Study Session

City Council Study Session

Board of Appeals

The Holland Board of Appeals will hold a study session and regular meeting to consider two requests: a variance for a sign setback at a proposed gas station and a special exception for a home addition. The board may grant, deny, or partially grant relief, and may grant lesser relief if appropriate. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Variance request for sign setback at 1033 Lincoln Ave. (new gas station) - 8' setback vs. required 12' from public right-of-way
• Special exception request for home addition at 424 Graafschap Rd. - 20' setback vs. required 30'
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from June 25, 2026
• Next meeting date: September 24, 2026 (if applications received)

Downtown Development Authority

Holland Historic District Commission

City Council Regular

Principal Shopping District

Planning Commission

City Council Study Session

International Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

Human Relations Commission

City Council Regular

Human Relations Commission

Downtown Design Review Board

City Council Study Session

Board of Appeals

HBPW Board of Directors - Study Session

International Relations Commission

Principal Shopping District

Downtown Development Authority

Holland Historic District Commission

City Council Regular

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

Human Relations Commission

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

Planning Commission

City Council Study Session

Human Relations Commission

Downtown Design Review Board

City Council Regular

Human Relations Commission

Board of Appeals

HBPW Board of Directors - Study Session

City Council Study Session

Downtown Development Authority

City Council Regular

International Relations Commission

Holland Historic District Commission

Principal Shopping District

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

Human Relations Commission

Planning Commission

City Council Study Session

Downtown Design Review Board

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

City Council Regular

Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission

HBPW Board of Directors - Study Session

Downtown Development Authority

Holland Historic District Commission

City Council Regular

Board of Appeals

Principal Shopping District

International Relations Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

City Council Study Session

Human Relations Commission

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

Human Relations Commission

City Council Regular

Human Relations Commission

Downtown Design Review Board

Downtown Development Authority

Holland Historic District Commission

Planning Commission

Downtown Design Review Board

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

Board of Appeals

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Design Review Board

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Design Review Board

City Council Regular

The Holland City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a brownfield plan for 467 Ottawa Avenue involving GF & K Equity Holdings, LLC, Jubilee Ministries, Inc., and Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity, Inc. The council will also consider a consent agenda with routine items including easements, construction agreements, budget amendments, and vehicle purchases, as well as a bond authorization resolution for recreation center bonds.

• Brownfield plan for 467 Ottawa Avenue (public hearing, roll call vote)
• Electric distribution easements for Pine Bay Avenue
• Grant of public utility easement for Robert DeNooyer Chevrolet, Inc.
• Purchase of two 2026 Honda vehicles and one 2026 Elgin Pelican street sweeper
• Recreation Center Bonds - Bond Authorization Resolution (roll call)

Human Relations Commission

South Shore Village BID Board Meeting

The South Shore Village BID Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 16, 2026, hear public comment, and discuss old business including updates on the SSV Gateway Sign funding from Heinz and a donation from Byars. New business includes membership updates, election of Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms, and a bylaw review. The board will also receive a committee and staff report on summer updates.

• SSV Gateway Sign: Heinz funding update and Byars donation update
• Officer elections for Chair and Vice Chair (one-year terms)
• Bylaw review (proposed change from nine to seven members)
• Membership updates
• Committee and staff report on summer updates

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

The Neighborhood Improvement Committee will review and likely recommend approval of the 2025/26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) annual performance report (CAPER) to City Council. The agenda also includes updates on the 2026 work plan, CDBG program, and current developments, plus approval of minutes from June and July meetings. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Recommend approval of 2025/26 CDBG CAPER to City Council
• 2026 Work Plan Update
• CDBG Program Update
• Current and Prospective Developments
• Good Neighbor Day Celebration - Saturday, Sept 26, 3:00-6:00 pm

Downtown Design Review Board

The Downtown Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review two sign applications: a new wall sign for Love's Ice Cream at 5 W 8th St and a reface of an existing projecting sign plus two new wall signs for West Michigan Community Bank at 171 College Ave. The board will also take public comment and address any additional items. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Love's Ice Cream: new 141" x 20" wall sign on north/back side of building at 5 W 8th St
• West Michigan Community Bank: reface of existing projecting sign with routed aluminum faces
• West Michigan Community Bank: new 32 SF wall sign with white channel letters on north wall
• West Michigan Community Bank: new 32 SF wall sign with blue symbol on east wall
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker

City Council Study Session

This is a study session only; no votes or action will be taken. The main item is a consultant presentation on brownfield and housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) projects for council review and discussion. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Consultant presentation on Brownfield / Housing TIF Projects
• Public comment period
• No action or vote to be taken at this session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on a possible master plan amendment and rezone for 316/318 W. 48th St. to HDR zoning. At the regular meeting, they will hold public hearings and vote on a 5-story mixed-use building at 93 W. 7th St. with 62 residential units and ground-floor commercial space, and a 760 sq. ft. addition at 211 Lincoln Ave. Staff will also present a 31,000 sq. ft. building expansion at 1024 Industrial Ave.

• 93 W. 7th St. – 5-story building with parking, commercial space, and 62 residential units; public hearing
• 211 Lincoln Ave. – 760 sq. ft. addition to existing building; public hearing
• 316/318 W. 48th St. – study session on master plan amendment and possible HDR zoning
• 1024 Industrial Ave. – 31,000 sq. ft. building expansion (staff communication)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission's Education Committee is meeting to discuss its goal of supporting Holland Public Schools, celebrating successes, and learning about challenges. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, and staff reports, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Goal: Support Holland Public Schools, celebrate wins, and learn about challenges
• Public comment period available
• Committee and staff report scheduled
• Next meeting date to be determined

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

The Holland Board of Public Works will hold a regular meeting to consider several infrastructure projects, including a combustion turbine generator inspection, pump station rehabilitation, and an owner's engineer for local generation resources. The board will also review consent agenda items such as electric easements, a construction agreement, and a capital budget amendment for unplanned infrastructure replacements. A closed session is scheduled for a legal opinion.

• Combustion Turbine Generator B Inspection Improvements (Siemens Energy quote)
• Scenic Shores Pump Station Rehabilitation (construction contract, bid advertisement)
• Owner's Engineer for Local Generation Resources Evaluation and Contracting (Commonwealth Associates proposal)
• Capital Budget Amendment for Unplanned Failed Infrastructure Replacements
• Grant of Public Utility Easement for Robert De Nooyer Chevrolet, Inc.

International Relations Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss strategic goals for 2027 and updates on the International Festival of Holland. The agenda includes reviews of the Reel Time Film Series and relationships with sister cities.

• International Festival of Holland: October 10, 2026, 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Holland Civic Center Place
• Reel Time Film Series tentative dates: March 2nd, 9th, and 16th, 2027
• FY 2027 Goal: Build stronger relationships with Santiago de Queretaro and City of Assen
• FY 2027 Goal: Create Quarterly Calendar Update
• National Night Out: August 4, 2026, 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Kollen Park

Holland Historic District Commission

The Holland Historic District Commission will review four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior changes to homes in the historic district. These include gutters, siding amendments, a side porch, and a foundation change. The meeting is open to public comment and will be held at City Hall.

• Gutters at 262 W. 12th Street (Dale & Carole Hoskins)
• Siding, soffit, and eaves at 188 W. 11th Street (Stephanie Hunter & Milan Ohala)
• Side porch at 225 W. 11th Street (Derek & Jennifer Mackie)
• Foundation amendment at 69 W. 13th Street (Dave & Crystal Morgan)
• Fence approval at 88 W. 12th Street (administrative)

Principal Shopping District

The Principal Shopping District Board holds its regular meeting to review the final FY26 budget and discuss upcoming events like the Holland Bike Park presentation. The board will also consider nominees for vacant board positions and review FY27 budget documents.

• Review of Final FY26 Budget showing $3,714.50 net loss
• Consideration of PSD Board nominees for vacant positions
• Holland Bike Park presentation by Velo Kids
• Discussion of FY27 budget with $355,000 total revenue
• Review of August budget and media reports

City Council Regular

The Holland City Council will conduct its regular meeting to approve routine administrative actions, financial reports, and contracts. Most items are bundled under a consent agenda for efficiency, with a few non-routine votes on contracts, easements, and budget amendments.

• Approve $598,589 engineering contract with Spalding DeDecker for 32nd Street water main replacement
• Award $189,750 tulip bulb bid to UNEX for citywide planting projects
• Accept sidewalk easement from CCT Real Estate for 650 East 8th Street property
• Purchase four 2026 Chevy Tahoe police pursuit vehicles for $220,856
• Approve $48,419 emergency repair quote for Vactor truck from Rentix Solutions

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Holland Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on August 4, 2026, to review updates on the Recreation Center and Bike Park projects, discuss new initiatives like Ice Park activities and cemetery additions, and hear public communications. The agenda includes updates from staff and upcoming community events.

• Ice Park Activities (Velo City, Movies)
• Cemetery Additions
• Public Art at WOW (PAAC)
• Recreation Center Update
• Bike Park Update

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority

HBPW Board of Directors - Study Session

The Board of Public Works will review quarterly monitoring reports on insurance claims, investments, and energy risk. The board is also discussing next steps for a request for proposals regarding local generation resources and preparations for a strategic planning refresh.

• Next steps from RFP for Local Generation Resources
• Strategic Planning Refresh Preparation
• Meeder Public Funds Investment Strategy Update (Current Portfolio: $41.17 million; Long Term Portfolio: $27.44 million; 2024 Project Funds: $3.28 million)
• FY 2026 Fourth Quarter Insurance Claims report
• Energy Risk Management Policy Performance Summary for Fourth Quarter FY 2026

Board of Appeals - 23 Jul 2026 - CANCELLED

The Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026 has been cancelled because no applications were received by the June 25 deadline. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2026.

• No applications received by deadline; meeting cancelled

Cancelled - City Council Study Session

The City Council Study Session scheduled for July 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No items were discussed or voted on because study sessions are work sessions without action. The next regular City Council meeting is set for August 5, 2026, and the next study session for August 12, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on recommending approval to the Holland City Council of a brownfield plan amendment for the 467 Ottawa Ave project, including a reimbursement agreement. The project would add 11 affordable townhomes on two parcels (460 Cleveland Ave and 401 W 20th St). The board will also hear an update on an upcoming City Council study session on brownfield and housing TIF incentives.

• Consideration of recommending approval of First Amendment to Brownfield Plan for 467 Ottawa Ave Redevelopment Project
• Approval of associated Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement, subject to City Attorney form
• Project includes 11 townhomes for income-qualified households earning 30-120% of Area Median Income
• Total eligible activities for Phase 2: $765,000; total housing subsidy requested: $980,580
• City Council study session on August 12, 2026 for presentations on brownfield and housing TIF incentives

Administrative Committee

The Holland Area Water Reclamation Facility Administrative Committee approved a $1,750,000 amendment to the FY27 capital budget, raising the UV disinfection project total to $9,750,000. The committee also approved an engineering services contract with Fishbeck for secondary clarifiers 5 and 6 improvements, valued at $145,650 plus a 10% contingency, for a total of $160,215. Routine items included approval of the May 19, 2026 meeting minutes and a public comment period (no comments were received). Other business noted ongoing technical work on a biodigester mediation.

• Approve $1,750,000 budget amendment for UV disinfection upgrade (total $9,750,000)
• Approve Fishbeck engineering services contract for secondary clarifiers 5 & 6 ($145,650 + 10% contingency = $160,215)
• Approve minutes from the May 19, 2026 Administrative Committee meeting
• Public comment period (no comments submitted)
• Mention of Black & Veatch biodigester mediation progress

Neighborhood Improvement Committee

The Neighborhood Improvement Committee met on July 21, 2026 to review updates and discuss transportation issues. A presentation by Transportation Services Director Brian White covered speed limits, traffic control warrants, bus stop safety, crash data, the Complete Streets policy, and plans for two bike‑lane demonstration projects scheduled for June‑August. The committee also received updates on the 2025/26 work plan, the Community Development Block Grant home‑repair program, and upcoming development projects at 102 West 8th Street and 325 Fairbanks. No new business or formal actions were taken, and the meeting concluded with reminders about Food Truck Tuesday events.

• Presentation on transportation topics, including two bike‑lane demonstration projects (June‑August)
• 2025/26 Work Plan update noting work groups have not met since the last report
• CDBG Home Repair Program project numbers updated
• Discussion of development projects: 102 West 8th St (68‑unit mixed‑use) and 325 Fairbanks (Holland Rec Center)
• Reminder of Food Truck Tuesday events at Midtown Center, Tuesdays 5‑7 pm through Aug 25

Downtown Design Review Board

The Downtown Design Review Board will consider a sign permit application submitted by First United Methodist Church at 57 W 10th Street. The application includes a $25 processing fee and proposes aluminum‑composite signs above the 9th and 10th street entrances. The meeting also provides time for public comment and introduces a new board member.

• Review of sign permit application for First United Methodist Church, 57 W 10th St.
• $25 application fee required for processing
• Proposed signage: aluminum‑composite signs above 9th and 10th street entrances
• Introduction of new board member Andrew Fris
• Public comment period (max five minutes per speaker)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Chair-Elect. The body will also discuss updates to its FY2026 strategic plan regarding governance, housing, education, and social justice awards.

• Election of Chair and Chair-Elect
• Review of housing ordinance improvements and rental conditions
• Setting guidelines for Social Justice Awards selection
• Discussion on recruiting and onboarding new board members
• Approval of June 18, 2026 meeting minutes

Human Relations Commission Housing Committee

The Housing Committee of the Human Relations Commission will meet to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural items and a general section for housing committee matters.

City Council Regular

The City Council adopted text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems. Additionally, the Council terminated a Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement for the Black River Flats property.

• Adoption of Ordinance #1863 regarding Unified Development Ordinance text amendments
• Termination of Amended Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement for Black River Flats
• Appointment of Cadie Putnam to the Downtown Development Authority Board
• Appointment of Devin Goulooze to the International Relations Commission
• Reappointment of Victoria Fahrion to the Human Relations Commission

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding Resthaven Maplewoods and Resthaven Farmstead Phase 1B. The regular meeting includes site plan requests for a multi-use project at 102 W. 8th St. and an industrial building at 1659 M-40.

• 102 W. 8th St.: Site plan request for a 101,700 sf, 5-story multi-use project with retail and apartments
• 1659 M-40: Site plan request for a 150,000 sf industrial building with six suites
• 49 E. 32nd St.: Study session regarding Resthaven Maplewoods assisted living project
• 875 E 24th St.: Study session regarding Resthaven Farmstead Phase 1B residential buildings

HBPW Board of Directors - Regular Meeting

The Holland Board of Public Works will vote on infrastructure, budget, and policy items that affect local water service reliability, wastewater treatment upgrades, and city fleet operations. Key decisions include a capital budget amendment for the 32nd Street water main replacement, an engineering contract for Secondary Clarifiers 5 & 6 improvements, and updates to alternative fuel vehicle purchasing rules. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items like minutes, advisory council appointments, and fund transfers to the city for fiscal year 2027.

• Engineering design contract and FY 2027 budget amendment for the 32nd Street water main replacement project
• Secondary Clarifiers 5 & 6 improvements engineering services contract at the wastewater treatment plant
• Listing agreement for the sale of the property at 4036 Hillside Trail
• Updates to the alternative fuel vehicle and equipment purchasing policy (D014-2)
• Resolution authorizing a transfer of funds for the city contribution in FY 2027

Human Relations Commission Education Committee

The Human Relations Commission Education Committee will meet to review its goal of supporting Holland Public Schools, celebrate successes, and learn about challenges. The agenda includes public comment, a committee and staff report, scheduling the next meeting, and other business. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Public Comment
• Goal of the Education Committee – support Holland Public Schools
• Committee and Staff Report
• Next HRC Education Committee Meeting
• Other Business

International Relations Commission

The International Relations Commission will consider approval of June meeting minutes and receive updates from the city council liaison and student representative. Commissioners will continue discussion on Parque Holland playground equipment options for the sister city in Santiago de Queretaro, with three quotes ranging from $77,055 to $98,079. They will also review FY2027 strategic goals, including events like the International Festival of Holland and the LAUP Fiesta.

• Parque Holland playground equipment options: Option A $77,055.02, Option B $98,046.09, Option C $98,078.98
• International Festival of Holland set for October 10, 2026 at Holland Civic Center Place
• LAUP Fiesta on July 18, 2026 at Holland Civic Center Place
• Discussion of FY2027 goals: quarterly calendar and building relationships with Santiago de Queretaro and Assen
• Reel Time Film Series tentatively scheduled for March 2, 9, and 16, 2027