Midland public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council approved a five-year contract renewal with Indigo Sports for the management of Currie Municipal Golf Course. Council also authorized a corridor study for converting Ashman and Rodd Streets to two-way traffic and approved the purchase of a landfill utility truck.

• Approved 5-year management contract renewal for Currie Municipal Golf Course with Indigo Sports
• Approved Tentative Preliminary Plat of Hawk’s Nest II
• Received capacity analysis for Ashman and Rodd Streets traffic flow (4-1)
• Authorized RFP for corridor study to convert Ashman and Rodd Streets to two-way traffic
• Approved $53,470 purchase of a 4x4 utility truck from Fox Motors
• Scheduled Jan 9, 2023 public hearing for Planned Unit Development No. 21
• Scheduled Jan 9, 2023 public hearings for Zoning Petitions No. 647, 648 and Text Amendment No. 164
• Scheduled Jan 9, 2023 public hearing for Police Dept. budget amendment of $161,253

City Council

The City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission held a joint special meeting to discuss fee philosophies and proposed fees for parks and recreation programs. The bodies also reviewed completed and upcoming department projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission is meeting to consider a contract extension with Rehmann, approve the FY 2023 budget, and discuss several operational items including PFAS grants, rental car leases, and parking lot automation. The agenda also includes a resolution of appreciation for Ernie Krygier and an update on the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP).

• Rehmann Contract Extension
• EGLE PFAS Grant
• Rental Car Leases
• FY 2023 Budget
• Ernie Krygier Resolution of Appreciation

The Commission approved the FY 2023 budget and a $139,505 contract to automate parking lot gates. The board also authorized a three-year audit contract extension and accepted a $350,000 PFAS testing grant.

• Approved FY 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $139,505 bid from Sphere for parking lot automation (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 EGLE grant for PFAS testing (unanimous)
• Approved three-year audit contract extension with Rehmann (unanimous)
• Approved up to $20,000 for aircraft deicing fluid testing (unanimous)
• Approved finalized amendments to rental car lease terms through 2027 (unanimous)
• Declared 1975 International pickup truck as surplus equipment (unanimous)
• Received Airport Capital Improvement Plan as presented (unanimous)

Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission

The commission approved the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, the Transit Asset Management Plan, and the MDOT Vehicle Accessibility Plan. Members discussed vehicle procurement delays caused by inflation and the status of a transit study for county collaboration.

• Approved Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (4-0)
• Approved Transit Asset Management Plan (4-0)
• Approved MDOT Vehicle Accessibility Plan (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 2021

City Council

The City Council met for a special session to conduct a periodic personnel employment evaluation of the City Attorney. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session for City Attorney personnel evaluation (5-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple zoning petitions, a 25-lot residential subdivision, and a multi-family development. One conditional use permit was postponed to January 2023 to allow for staff review of updated plans.

• Recommended Zoning Petition No. 647 for approval (6-0)
• Recommended Hawk’s Nest II 25-lot preliminary plat for approval (6-0)
• Recommended Planned Unit Development No. 21 for approval (5-1)
• Recommended Zoning Text Amendment No. 164 for approval (6-0)
• Recommended Zoning Petition No. 648 for approval (6-0)
• Postponed action on Conditional Use Permit No. 80 to Jan 10, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Nov 16, 2022 special meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Nov 16, 2022 regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission

The commission held a special meeting to discuss housing and neighborhoods as part of the City Modern Master Plan. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission voted to recommend a series of fee increases for 2023 recreation services, including softball leagues and facility rentals. They also expressed support for a $1 million state grant application for the Plymouth Pool Restoration Project.

• Recommended proposed 2023 recreation fee increases to City Council (7-0)
• Approved motion of support for $1M State of Michigan Spark Grant for Plymouth Pool restoration (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 (6-0)

Housing Commission

The Commission conducted a goal setting exercise to identify priority areas for its work plan. Staff will prepare a draft summary of these goals for consideration at the next meeting. The Commission also approved the minutes from September 12, 2022.

• Approved September 12, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Identified four priority areas for work plan: developer incentives, partner collaboration, zoning change advocacy, and housing need speakers

City Council

The City Council authorized a $1 million grant application for the Plymouth Pool Restoration Project and committed $1.5 million in matching funds. The council also amended zoning laws to allow single-family dwellings as a principal use in Residential B districts.

• Approved $1M Spark grant application and $1.5M matching funds for Plymouth Pool Restoration (Adopted)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment No. 163 to add single family dwellings as a principal use in Residential B (Adopted)
• Approved $66,820 annual contract increase for Rost Cleaning Service (Adopted)
• Approved $52,500 purchase of a 4x4 utility truck from Fox Motors (Adopted)
• Approved $115,500 three-year GIS software maintenance renewal with ESRI (Adopted)
• Approved 2023-2024 budget preparation schedule (Adopted)
• Reappointed William Lauderbach to the Saginaw-Midland Municipal Water Supply Corporation Board (Adopted)
• Accepted resignation of Jeff Gandy from the Center City Authority Board (Adopted)

City Council

City Council approved a cost-sharing agreement for roadway improvements at Eastman Avenue and Wackerly Road and supported a flood reduction plan in principle. The council also authorized funds for landfill equipment and the Poseyville Riverfront restoration project.

• Approved support in principle for the Midland Flood Reduction Plan
• Directed staff to explore design alternatives for Buttles Street with MDOT, excluding Indian Street (3-1)
• Authorized MDOT cost-share agreement for Eastman Avenue and Wackerly Road improvements ($432,200 city share)
• Approved $105,000 purchase order increase for Michigan Cat, Inc. for GTE parts
• Authorized $59,687 purchase of a Bobcat T62 loader for the landfill
• Authorized contract with PMBlough, Inc. for Poseyville Riverfront Phase II design not to exceed $100,000
• Scheduled public hearing for Dec. 5, 2022, regarding a Spark grant for Plymouth Pool Restoration
• Accepted 2021-22 annual reports from Cable Access Advisory Commission and Saginaw-Midland Municipal Water Supply Corporation

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will consider a lease amendment for RS&H and a lease renewal for Kalin, along with reviewing October financial reports and a personnel committee update on the Airport Director review.

• RS&H Lease Amendment
• Kalin Lease Renewal
• Personnel Committee Update – AD Review
• October 2022 Warrant Registers and Cash & Investment Summary

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended two permits to City Council for approval: a 50-unit multi-family development and a rezoning request for property on N. Jefferson Road. The commission also approved amendments to its own Bylaws and Rules of Procedure.

• Recommended Conditional Use Permit No. 81 for 50-unit multi-family development at 1510 Bayliss Street to Council (6-0)
• Recommended Zoning Petition No. 646 to rezone 2025 N. Jefferson Road to Residential B to Council (6-0)
• Approved amended bylaws and rules of procedure (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022 regular meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The commission held a special meeting to discuss transportation and mobility regarding the City Modern Master Plan. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Center City Authority Board

The board approved proposed zoning for Center City to be sent to the Midland City Council. The board also accepted the resignation of member Jeff Gandy and approved the September 21, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approved September 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Jeff Gandy (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Center City Overlay District zoning language for submission to City Council (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved two petitions for area and dimensional variances to allow for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of single-family homes. The Board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved Petition No. 22-06 for a 14-foot rear setback at 515 Hutchison Lane (5-0)
• Approved Petition No. 22-09 for a 14-foot width for a reconstructed home at 648 Lambert (5-0)
• Approved the 2023 Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the July 19, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council elected its leadership for the new term and adopted governing rules for meetings and public records. The council also approved several zoning petitions, board appointments, and a surety bond for the city landfill.

• Selected Councilman Donker as Mayor (Adopted)
• Selected Councilman Wazbinski as Mayor Pro Tem (Adopted)
• Adopted Robert’s Rules of Order as meeting guide (Adopted)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 79 for a home addition at 4215 Stonegate Drive (Adopted)
• Approved Zoning Petition No. 644 and No. 645 (Adopted)
• Appointed Ted Sajbel and David Griffus to the Zoning Board of Appeals (Adopted)
• Approved $642,000 surety bond for the City of Midland Sanitary Landfill (Adopted)
• Scheduled public hearing for Dec. 5, 2022, regarding Zoning Text Amendment No. 163 (Adopted)

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The commission approved its goals for 2022-23, the 2021/22 annual report to council, and the 2023 meeting schedule. Members also reviewed the Cable Communications Fund year-to-date financial status and MCTV service statistics.

• Approved April 13, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Proposed Goals 2022-23 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (4-0)
• Approved Annual Report to Council FY 2021/22 (4-0)

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission will discuss the City Modern Master Plan and receive monthly activity and maintenance reports. At the prior meeting, the commission voted 3-1 to recommend option 5A for runway 18-36, a daytime-only displaced threshold with lights decommissioned but left in place, at an estimated cost of $130,000. The recommendation will go to the Assistant City Manager and City Council for a final decision.

• Commission voted 3-1 to recommend option 5A for runway 18-36: daytime-only displaced threshold, lights decommissioned but left in place, cost cap $130,000
• Discussion of City Modern Master Plan with Planning Director Jacob Kain, including airport's role through 2050
• September 2022 total aircraft movements: 1,001; runway 18-36 usage: 22 movements (2.2% of total)
• October 2022 total aircraft movements: 920; runway 18-36 usage: 58 movements (6.3% of total)
• Commercial operating agreement issued for Discover Aviation, providing rental aircraft and donating profit to the airport

The Commission approved raising land lease and city-owned hangar rent by an amount consistent with the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Members also discussed the City Master Plan and the airport's role in community development.

• Approved September 6 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved raising land lease and hangar rent by an amount consistent with the CPI (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved moving a series of proposed 2023 fee increases for softball, facility rentals, and swimming to the December public hearing process. The board also adjusted the 2023 meeting schedule. Staff provided end-of-season reports for the Plymouth Pool and adult sports leagues.

• Approved moving proposed 2023 recreation fee increases to December public hearing (6-0)
• Moved November 8, 2023 meeting date to November 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2022 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The commission held a special meeting to discuss sustainability and resiliency regarding the City Modern Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning text amendment to allow single family dwellings as a principal permitted use. The commission also approved a site plan for a five-unit multi-family development and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Recommended Zoning Text Amendment No. 163 to City Council for approval (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan No. 419 for five-unit multi-family development at 6000 Jefferson Avenue (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (7-0)
• Approved minutes of October 11, 2022 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted a comprehensive update to the city's rates, charges, and fees for services provided by the Building, Engineering, Fire, and Planning & Community Development Departments, effective January 1, 2023. The council also approved three zoning map amendments, vacated Keith Street, established an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District, and authorized contingency allowances for several infrastructure projects.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1869 updating rates, charges, and fees for city services (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Petition No. 641 (Ordinance No. 1866) to rezone 0.75 acres to RC – Regional Commercial (3-1)
• Approved Zoning Petition No. 642 (Ordinance No. 1867) to rezone 10.7 acres to RC – Regional Commercial (3-1)
• Approved Zoning Petition No. 643 (Ordinance No. 1868) to rezone 1.06 acres to RA-4 Single Family and Two Family Residential (3-1)
• Approved vacation of Keith Street (3-1)
• Approved establishment of Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District at 116 Rodd Street (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 78 for a single-family dwelling at 4310 and 4314 Stonegate Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized contingency allowances totaling $1 million for six Concept 5 infrastructure projects (unanimous)

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will vote on a marketing agreement with the Loons and a lease extension for Mr. JB's. The board will also review financial reports and committee updates.

• Loons Marketing Agreement
• Mr. JB's Lease Extension
• Review of July, August, and September 2022 Warrant Registers
• Review of July, August, and September 2022 Cash & Investment Summary
• Personnel Committee Update – AD Review

Construction Board of Appeals Meeting

The Construction Board of Appeals ruled that a building permit is not required for replacing plumbing fixtures at Heaven's Elect Christian Daycare to meet Michigan Barrier Free code, so the question of partitions is not applicable. A plumbing permit is still required for the new trough sinks. The board voted 7-0 to approve the motion.

• Approved motion that building permit not required for plumbing fixture change-out (7-0)
• Determined partition requirement not applicable to this scenario
• Required plumbing permit for installation of new trough sinks

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is meeting to review senior housing reports and approve the 2023 meeting schedule. The body will also discuss updates regarding facility maintenance and occupancy at Riverside Place and Washington Woods.

• Proposed 2023 meeting dates: March 6, June 5, September 11, and December 4
• Emergency water line installation at Washington Woods costing $48,400
• Riverside Place occupancy reported at 91%
• Washington Woods occupancy reported between 97-98%
• Upcoming East side Chiller project at Washington Woods starting September 19

Aviation Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing whether to close, displace, or maintain Runway 18-36. The body is weighing costs against budget constraints and pilot preferences while considering the impact on other airport projects.

• Option 1: Close runway, keep pavement ($70,000)
• Option 2: Close runway, remove pavement ($735,000)
• Option 3: Displace runway ($204,000)
• Option 4: Keep runway as-is, remove trees ($1,145,000)
• Proposed new door opening systems for hangar 11A at $16,000 per door

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission is reviewing several alternatives to address tree obstructions on Runway 18/36 at Jack Barstow Airport. The FAA has deemed the runway un-justified for federal funding, meaning any mitigation costs would be the sole responsibility of the City of Midland. The discussion includes options ranging from closing the runway to acquiring easements and removing trees.

• Closure of Runway 18/36 with no pavement removal: $70,000
• Closure of Runway 18/36 with all infrastructure removal: $735,000
• Displaced thresholds for both ends of Runway 18/36: $204,000
• Acquisition of easements and tree removal for both runway ends: $1,145,000

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting on July 25, 2022. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a workshop for the discussion of the Footing Drain Disconnect Program.

• Workshop regarding the Footing Drain Disconnect Program

MBS International Airport Commission

The Commission will review regular financial reports and discuss several specific agreements. Items on the agenda include discussions regarding solar, spirit, and lease agreements.

• RES Solar Agreement
• LEO Contract
• Saginaw Spirit Agreement
• WNEM Lease Amendment
• Staffing Change Proposal

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission discussed airport updates including an environmental assessment and new federal funding. The commission reviewed monthly activity reports regarding aircraft movements and fuel sales.

• $159,000 in additional annual funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for tree clearing
• Airport Layout Plan submitted to MDot for approval
• Environmental assessment completion estimated for spring 2023
• MDot provisional license issued due to tree obstructions to safe airspace
• Fuel pricing set at cost plus credit card fees and a $0.25 profit margin

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a zoning amendment to allow child care centers by right in community districts and a specific permit for a center at 1025 E Wheeler Street. The body is also discussing budget amendments and contracts for irrigation controllers at Currie Golf Course.

• Zoning Text Amendment No. 162 to permit Child Care Centers in COM Community zoning districts
• Conditional Use Permit No. 76 for a Child Care Center at 1025 E Wheeler Street
• Currie Golf Course Fund budget amendment and contract for irrigation controllers replacement
• Proposed rule change to allow Class 1 electric bikes at City Forest
• Professional Services Contract for a comprehensive review of Midland Fire Department public safety services

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting alongside the Planning Commission. The purpose of this joint session is to receive a final presentation from Urban3 regarding the City Modern Master Plan.

• Final presentation by Urban3 as part of the City Modern Master Plan

City Council

The City Council is considering several public hearings regarding zoning petitions, sidewalk assessments, and budget amendments. The agenda includes various resolutions for street reconstructions, water treatment bids, and a collective bargaining agreement.

• Zoning Petition No. 638 to rezone 1320 and 1400 W Main Street
• 2022 Sidewalk Improvement Special Assessment District public hearing
• Amendment to the City of Midland Water Ordinance
• Amendment to the City of Midland Sewer Ordinance
• 2022 Brambleridge, Woodbridge & Sutton Reconstruction and Water Main contract

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss job performance reviews for the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Closed session for City Manager job performance review
• Closed session for City Attorney job performance review

Housing Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss reports for senior housing and an amendment to the 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant budget. The body will also review minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Amendment to the 2022-23 CDBG Budget
• Senior housing reports for Riverside Place
• Senior housing reports for Washington Woods

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the proposed 2022-23 budget and hold public hearings regarding the 2021-22 budget amendments and the Midland Shopping Area Redevelopment Act (SARA) District assessment roll.

• Adoption of the proposed 2022-23 budget
• 2022 Sidewalk Improvement Special Assessment District covering Dublin Avenue, E. Ashman Street, W. Main Street, and Waldo Avenue
• First reading of a Sewer Ordinance Amendment
• Public hearing for rezoning 1320 and 1400 W Main Street from Multiple Family Residential B to Community zoning
• Contract award for professional services for Two-Way Traffic Restoration of Ashman Street and Rodd Street

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for May 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for July 12, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2022-23 proposed budget and the 2022 Sidewalk Improvement Program. The body will also consider a sewer ordinance amendment and various resolutions related to transit and downtown development.

• Public hearing on the 2022-23 proposed budget
• Public hearing on the 2022 Sidewalk Improvement Program necessity
• Grant application to Federal Transit Authority for two electric Dial-A-Ride vans
• Sewer Ordinance Amendment first reading
• Special assessment roll for the 2022 Midland Shopping Area Redevelopment Act (SARA) District

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to participate in a graduation session of the Citizens Academy.

• Citizens Academy special graduation session

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting for discussion purposes. The session is scheduled to include the Four Lakes Task Force and the Advisory Committee on Infrastructure.

• Discussion with Four Lakes Task Force
• Discussion with Advisory Committee on Infrastructure

City Council

The City Council is conducting a preliminary public hearing regarding the proposed 2022-23 fiscal year budget. Additional agenda items include discussions on a downtown economic revitalization district and various infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for the proposed 2022-23 City Budget
• Public hearing for the 2022 Downtown Economic Revitalization Public Improvement Special Assessment District
• Public hearing for Planned Unit Development No. 20 at 2205 & 2009 Jefferson Avenue and 1614, 1610, 1606, 1602, & 1514 State Street
• Proposed installation of a pedestrian handrail behind Riverside Place via a Midland Area Community Foundation grant
• Second reading of the Landfill Disposal Fee Ordinance

MBS International Airport Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss airport purchasing and capitalization policies. The body will review several capital purchases for vehicles and equipment, as well as lease agreements.

• AirDocs Lease
• Front Mounted Lawnmower Capital Purchase
• Pickup Truck Capital Purchases and Trade-In
• Terminal Vending Machine Lease
• PFAS Grant Application

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting at the Currie Golf Course Clubhouse. This session is designated for participation in the Citizens Academy program titled Coffee with Council.

• Special session of the Citizens Academy: Coffee with Council

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review the budget meeting schedule and participate in a presentation and discussion of the budget. The session includes time for council comments and questions.

• Review of budget meeting schedule
• Presentation and discussion of budget

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the proposed 2022-23 city-wide budget and several municipal project updates. Items include a conditional use permit for a Popeye’s restaurant, sidewalk improvement reports, and various grant acceptances.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 75 for Popeye’s Restaurant at 1815 S. Saginaw Road
• First reading of the Landfill Disposal Fee Ordinance
• 2022 Sidewalk Improvement Program Report
• Proposed 2022-23 City-wide budget introduction
• Grant to relocate Sanford Lake accessible canoe and kayak launch to Stratford Woods Park

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and consider several contracts for city infrastructure. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for the 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant budget.

• Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Contract for roof replacement at Riverside Place
• Change Order No. 9 for the Central Park Miracle Field Project
• Chlorine price increase for Water and Wastewater
• Public hearing scheduling for 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant budget

MBS International Airport Commission

The Commission will review regular financial reports and discuss several agenda items. Discussion topics include the airport personnel handbook and updates on MTE and PFAS.

• Airport Personnel Handbook discussion
• 2022 Michigan Air Service ARFF Training Grant Resolution
• 2022 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Grant Resolution
• Contract LEO Services Bid

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Budget and Annual Action Plan. The body will also receive reports on senior housing at Riverside Place and Washington Woods.

• Public hearing for 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant Budget and Annual Action Plan
• Proposed $51,500 for Cleveland Park Improvements
• Proposed $30,000 carry-over for Midland County Habitat for Humanity vacant property acquisition
• Proposed $156,399 carry-over for Central Park Improvements
• Proposed $7,500 for Home to Stay health and safety mobile home repair

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the purchase of three fire trucks and an amendment to the FY 2021-22 Equipment Revolving Fund budget. The body will also discuss the curbside recycling program and the 2022 Annual Sidewalk Improvement Program.

• Public hearing to amend Equipment Revolving Fund budget and award contract to Sutphen Corporation for three fire trucks
• Proposed scheduling of a public hearing for a Popeye’s Restaurant Conditional Use Permit at 1815 S. Saginaw Road
• 2022 Annual Sidewalk Improvement Program
• Purchase of a sign printer
• Curbside Recycling Program update

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special workshop. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Footing Drain Disconnect Program.

• Discussion of the Footing Drain Disconnect Program

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission reviewed airport activity, maintenance status, and updated rules. The commission voted to increase land lease and rental rates by 4% for 2022.

• Approved a 4% increase to lease and rental rates
• Modified Barstow Airport Rules & Regulations regarding Certified Flight Instructors
• Reported upcoming environmental assessment for tree clearing on runways 06-24 in spring 2022
• Noted future budget requests for pavement improvement and tree removal on runway 18-36

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is holding a public hearing to hear presentations from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) sub-recipient applicants. The body is evaluating 8 applications from 5 applicants to formulate budget recommendations for the 2022-23 cycle.

• Washington Woods: lock replacement ($57,000), range replacement ($15,000), and steam table ($10,000)
• Habitat for Humanity: critical home repairs ($60,000) and property purchase ($30,000)
• Cleveland Manor: gutter and downspout installation ($40,000)
• Home to Stay: accessibility repairs ($20,000) and critical home repairs ($20,000)
• Legal Services of Eastern MI: fair housing testing ($4,500)

City Council

The City Council is considering a planned unit development for mixed-use redevelopment and an ordinance regarding workforce housing. The meeting also includes discussions on street corridor planning, various construction contracts, and the adoption of the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Planned Unit Development No. 19 for mixed-use redevelopment at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road and 800 Rockwell Drive
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for Lincoln Park Residences workforce housing
• Feasibility study for restoring Ashman & Rodd Street corridor to two-way traffic
• 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan adoption
• Various construction contracts including Jefferson Ave., Pine St., and North St. reconstruction

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for February 8, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022.

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) proposal for the Lincoln Park Residences development. This project, proposed by DeShano Development Corporation, consists of 50 affordable workforce housing units located at 221 E. Patrick Road.

• Public hearing for Lincoln Park Residences PILOT proposal
• Proposed 50-unit development at 221 E. Patrick Road
• DeShano Development Corporation proposed 9% PILOT rate for a 20-year term
• Projected monthly rents between $430 and $1,592

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding tax agreements for Dow Chemical and Dow Silicones Corporation, as well as a budget amendment for a chiller replacement at Washington Woods. The body will also consider ordinances for recreation and sewer fees, new ward and precinct boundaries, and a housing proposal for Lincoln Park Residences.

• Public hearing on Renaissance Zone Local Development and payment in lieu of tax agreement for Dow Chemical and Dow Silicones Corporation
• Budget amendment and purchase order for East Side Chiller Replacement at Washington Woods via W. Soule
• Proposed Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for a 50-unit workforce housing development called Lincoln Park Residences
• Second reading of ordinances for General Recreation and Swimming Pool fees
• Annexation requests for properties at 7110 and 7114 N. Perrine Road

MBS International Airport Commission

The commission will meet to review financial reports from December 2021 and discuss an audit scope letter. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a period for public comment.

• Audit Scope Letter
• December 2021 Warrant Registers
• December 2021 Cash & Investment Summary

Aviation Advisory Commission

The meeting scheduled for January 11, 2022, has been rescheduled to February 8, 2022.

City Council

The City Council is considering several zoning petitions and a wastewater enterprise fund amendment for Concept 5 sewer improvements. The agenda also includes discussions on new ward boundaries, recreation fee ordinances, and upcoming budget objectives.

• Rezoning of 409 and 415 E Buttles Street and 411 and 415 Cronkright Street
• Rezoning of 1514, 1602, 1606, 1610, 1614 State Street, and part of 2205 Jefferson Avenue
• Amendment to FY 2021-2022 Wastewater Enterprise Fund for Concept 5 Sewer Improvement Engineering Costs
• Purchase order to Moore + Bruggink for Concept 5 design
• First reading for establishing new ward and precinct boundary lines

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting for the purpose of a Planning Retreat. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 9:00 a.m.

• City Council Planning Retreat