Midland public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Downtown Midland Social District. The body is discussing extending the operation of "The Commons" through January 1, 2025.
- Recommendation to extend The Commons social district through January 1, 2025
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed fee increases for 2022 recreation services. Members will also discuss dog leash requirements at City Forest and review grant-funded park projects.
- Public hearing on proposed 2022 recreation fee changes
- Discussion on enacting a leash requirement for dogs at City Forest
- Upper Emerson Riverfront Phase II project estimated at $431,000 ($300,000 award)
- Stratford Woods Park accessible kayak launch $40,000 grant award
- Construction update on Miracle Field
Housing Commission
The Commission discussed maintenance progress and occupancy at Riverside Place and Washington Woods. Members also reviewed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) updates regarding park accessibility and police strategies.
- Washington Woods secured $405,000 in grants for an East Side Chiller replacement
- Riverside Place reported 82% occupancy and ongoing lower-level maintenance
- Proposed CDBG accessibility improvements for Central Park band-shell and neighborhood parks
- Discussion of 'Crime free multi-housing strategy' implemented by Deputy Chief McMillan
- Approval of 2022 meeting schedule for March 7, June 6, September 12, and December 5
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing raw data from the 2021 Pedestrian Plaza business and community surveys. The board will also discuss the 2022 Plan of Work and the DDA Strategic Plan.
- Review of 2021 Pedestrian Plaza Survey results
- Discussion of 2022 Plan of Work
- DDA Strategic Plan review
- Reports from Economic Sustainability, Horticulture, and Events committees
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss proposed recreation fee changes for 2022. The body will also receive end-of-season reports for Plymouth Pool, beach volleyball, kickball, and softball.
- Proposed recreation fee changes for 2022
- Community Service Award presentation to Live Oak Coffeehouse
- End of season report for Plymouth Pool
- Construction and fundraising update for Miracle Field
- Project report for Currie Stadium
Library Board
The board will receive a building update and a report from the Director. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the strategic plan and the library meeting schedule.
- Building update
- Director’s Report
- Library Board Meeting Schedule
- Strategic Plan: Midland Daily News Articles
- Strategic Plan: GIS Mapping
Downtown Development Authority
The Board of Directors is meeting to review the 2021 Plan of Work and discuss proposed priorities for the 2022 Plan of Work. The discussion focuses on the 2020-2023 Strategic Plan regarding public spaces, programming, and commercial investment.
- Review of 2021 Plan of Work and Capital Improvement List
- Discussion of horticulture projects
- Proposed 2022 Plan of Work priorities
- Review of goals for 250 new downtown residential opportunities
- Discussion of riverfront development and streetscape initiatives
Local Officers Compensation Commission
The commission is meeting to review current compensation for elected officials and determine 2021 pay measures. The body will review a compensation survey of selected cities and solicit public comments.
- Review of 2019 LOCC Determinations Report
- Discussion of 2021 Elected Officials Compensation Survey
- Review of LOCC and City of Midland Travel Policies
- Election of Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem
Housing Commission
The Commission is meeting to review updates on senior housing facilities and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Discussions include potential energy efficiency upgrades for Washington Woods and updates on the 2021-22 CDBG budget.
- Proposed use of unspent CDBG funds for energy efficiency upgrades at Washington Woods (project cost over $400,000)
- Update on $336,317 in available CDBG-CV funding
- Status report on Riverside Place maintenance, including boiler replacement and new roof planning
- Discussion of 2021-22 CDBG, CDBG-CV, and CDBG-DDR updates
- Review of Riverside Place occupancy at 81.333%
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review a façade matching grant and approve the 2022 meeting schedule and board structure. The board will also introduce a new Downtown Events Coordinator and accept a board member's resignation.
- Façade matching grant for Aster Farm to Table restaurant at 134 Ashman Street not to exceed $1,520.00
- Approval of DDA 2022 Meeting Schedule
- Approval of 2021-22 Board Structure
- Acceptance of resignation of Sean Squires
- Introduction of new Downtown Events Coordinator Renee Smith
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt a 2021 meeting calendar. Members will discuss the FY 2021/22 Work Plan and review a recreation fee schedule. The meeting includes project reports on several city parks and facilities.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Introduction of recreation fee schedule
- Central Park Pickleball/Tennis Courts project report
- Grove Park Pine Street Promenade project report
- Miracle Field and BMX Track project reports
Housing Commission
The Housing Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to the 2020-25 Consolidated Plan and 2021-22 Annual Action Plan. These updates involve allocating Community Development Block Grant funds for neighborhood improvements, facility repairs, and flood disaster recovery.
- Increase Neighborhood Improvement Fund from $65,444 to $156,399
- Allocate $315,000 for Washington Woods eastside chiller replacement
- Allocate $1.25 million for HMGP property buy-out local match
- Allocate $1.7 million for 1:1 housing replacement efforts
- Allocate $1 million for Riverside Place flooding restoration
Housing Commission
The Commission is discussing updates to the Master Plan, the Housing Investment Fund, and the Housing Code of Ordinances. The meeting includes reports on senior housing facilities and updates on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding.
- Riverside Place: Lower level restorations by Serenus Johnson Construction and new roof engineering assessments
- Washington Woods: Estimated $300,000–$400,000 needed for east side chiller replacement
- Washington Woods: Asphalt project for west side parking area awarded to Black Jack
- CDBG: Estimated $74,000 in unspent grant funds for the 2020-21 program year
- Washington Woods: S & R Environmental in second year of three-year contract for invasive species removal
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will discuss updates to summer recreation programs and receive reports on BIRD scooters and the City Modern transportation survey. Members will also review progress on several park projects and consider accepting three specific donations for facility improvements.
- Proposed acceptance of BMX Track renovation donations
- Proposed acceptance of Lions Club donation for Emerson Pavilion C accessible walkway
- Proposed acceptance of Midland Softball Association field rehabilitation for Redcoats # 12 and 13
- BIRD scooter program report from the City Planning Department
- Project updates for Central Park Pickleball/Tennis Courts, Grove Park Pine Street Promenade, Miracle Field, and riverfront clearance
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is considering a proposal to install an outdoor sound system and public Wi-Fi in the core downtown district. Staff recommends vendor Town and Country for the project, while suggesting the security camera portion of the original bid be deferred.
- Proposed $38,400 one-time cost for outdoor sound system installation
- Proposed $66,812 one-time cost for public Wi-Fi installation
- Recommended vendor: Town and Country of Midland, Michigan
- Proposed annual operating cost of $7,250 for both systems
- Request to reallocate $98,000 from current budget to fund the project
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing the proposed 2021-22 budget and receiving updates on downtown parking and pedestrian plazas. The board is also considering a façade matching grant for Serendipity Road / Joyful Tantrum.
- Proposed 2021-22 DDA Budget with estimated revenue of $1,244,040
- Proposed façade matching grant not to exceed $5,000 for Serendipity Road / Joyful Tantrum at 213 and 215 E. Main Street
- Update on 2021 Pedestrian Plazas and Social Districts
- Update on Downtown Parking and Projects
Housing Commission
The Commission is discussing budget updates for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs. Staff are reporting on unprogrammed funds and exploring options for utilizing $336,317 in CDBG-CV (CARES Act) funding.
- 2020-21 CDBG carry forward updated to $268,027
- Report of $55,976.58 in program income from home repair second mortgages
- Identification of $103,741.58 to $125,914.11 in available funding for 2021-22 programming
- Discussion of $336,317 in CDBG-CV funding for small business assistance or public facilities
- Review of fair housing testing methodology regarding Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
Library Board
The Board will review the January 20, 2021 minutes and receive a building update regarding library communications. The meeting includes a report from the Director covering new and old business, specifically the Library Strategic Plan.
- Acceptance of January 20, 2021 minutes
- Library Communications: Building update
- The Library Strategic Plan: Board Goals
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review plans for pedestrian plazas and social districts for 2021. The board will also discuss updates to downtown parking and potential expansions to the facade program.
- 2021 Plan for Pedestrian Plazas & Social Districts
- Recommendation to expand Façade Program to outdoor items
- Aviator Cookie Company Incubator and Façade discussion
- Introduction of new businesses: Aster Farm to Table and Craft Hemp Works
- Downtown Parking & Projects Update
Housing Commission
The Housing Commission is meeting to review meeting policies and senior housing reports. The body will discuss the 2020-21 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget amendment and the 2021-22 CDBG budget.
- 2020-21 CDBG Budget Amendment
- 2021-22 CDBG Budget
- Code of Conduct and virtual meeting procedure policies
- Senior housing reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing a proposal to apply for a state grant for the Emerson Riverfront Phase II project. The body is also discussing a preliminary 2021 operating plan for Plymouth Pool under pandemic guidelines.
- Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant request for Emerson Riverfront Phase II
- Preliminary 2021 operations plan for Plymouth Pool including a reservation system
- Review and sign-off of the City of Midland Boards & Commission Code of Ethics
- Michigan Recreation & Park Association Award for Grove Park
- Final details on the approval and filing of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
Housing Commission
The Midland City Housing Commission is reviewing six applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. These proposals aim to support housing rehabilitation, accessibility, and community facilities for low- and moderate-income residents.
- Washington Woods: $110,000 for carpet replacement and $57,000 for energy efficiency upgrades
- Cleveland Manor: $100,000 for bath and kitchen renovation of a 3-unit stack
- Midland County Habitat for Humanity: $50,000 for critical home repair and $30,000 for vacant property purchase
- Home To Stay: $40,000 for health and safety home repair and $10,000 for accessibility modifications
- Legal Services of Eastern Michigan: $4,500 for a Fair Housing Testing Project
Library Board
The Library Board will meet via Zoom to discuss library communications and the Director's report. The agenda includes a building update and a review of the Library Strategic Plan board goals.
- Building update
- Library Strategic Plan board goals
- Introduction of new Board Member
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss a proposed marketing allocation for Catalyst Midland and receive updates on downtown parking and projects. The board will also consider subcommittee appointments and review a quarterly financial report.
- Proposed $10,000 one-year budget commitment to IMG for Catalyst Midland marketing
- Quarterly Financial Report for the period ending September 30, 2020
- Proposed subcommittee appointments for Chris Moultrup and Sean Squires
- Updates on downtown parking and projects
- Introduction of Events Coordinator Melissa Farley