Midland public meetings in 2023

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will meet to review the FY 2024 budget and receive an update on the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP). The board will also consider minutes from the November meeting and review financial reports for November 2023.

• Review of FY 2024 Budget
• ACIP (Airport Capital Improvement Plan) Update
• Approval of November 16, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Review of November 2023 Warrant Registers and Cash & Investment Summary

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority's strategic planning meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Midland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance petitions: one for a dimensional variance to allow an attached carport at 2017 Bayliss Street, and one for a use variance to permit a child care center at Midland First United Methodist Church, 315 W. Larkin Street. The board will also consider approving minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting. Staff reports include recommendations and review criteria for each petition.

• Petition 23-06: Dimensional variance for attached carport at 2017 Bayliss Street, requiring 2-foot reduction in total side setback (12 ft vs. required 14 ft).
• Petition 23-07: Use variance for child care center at 315 W. Larkin Street (Midland First United Methodist Church), a use not permitted in D-O Downtown Overlay district.
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2023 regular meeting.
• Public hearing process includes staff presentation, petitioner presentation, and public comments.

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several items including the Oddfellows Hall Redevelopment Project at 116 Rodd Street, second reading and adoption of the 2023 Precinct Boundary Realignment Ordinance, relocation of polling locations, and contractor selection for Plymouth Pool renovation. The meeting also includes first readings of recreation fee and yard waste collection fee ordinances, and a presentation on the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approve the Oddfellows Hall Redevelopment Project, 116 Rodd Street
• Second Reading and Adoption of the 2023 Precinct Boundary Realignment Ordinance
• Relocation of Polling Locations
• Plymouth Pool Renovation Contractor Selection
• First Reading of the Recreation Fee Ordinances and Yard Waste Collection Fee Ordinance

Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission

The Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission will review and vote on updates to its Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and Transit Asset Management Plan, and approve the MDOT Vehicle Accessibility Plan. Staff will also report on fleet changes, including new vehicles and a totaled bus, and ridership trends showing increased totals in early 2023.

• Fleet increases from 14 to 15 vehicles, including two new electric transit vans and one gifted by Consumers Energy
• Bus 25 totaled in a crash; replacement to be ordered
• 60% of fleet has exceeded useful life; TAM goal of under 50% not met
• Vote on updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Vote on Transit Asset Management Plan updates

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission is reviewing a site plan for a 9,828 square foot Dollar Tree convenience store at 3410 and 3420 Isabella Street. The project, initiated by Wolgast Acquisition Corporation, involves developing a vacant lot previously occupied by a restaurant. The commission will evaluate the plan's design, landscaping, and compliance with neighborhood commercial zoning regulations.

• Site Plan No. 427: 9,828 sq. ft. Dollar Tree at 3410 and 3420 Isabella Street
• Zoning Petition No. 655: Rezoning of Isabella Street parcels to Neighborhood Commercial (previously approved)
• Ashman & Rodd Streets Two Way Restoration project (estimated cost $500,000.00)

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2024.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to recreation fees for 2024. The meeting also includes updates on park infrastructure projects and the resignation of Commissioner Holly Montalbano.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 recreation fee changes
• Resignation of Parks Commissioner Holly Montalbano
• Update on Chippewassee Park pavilion
• Project report on Grove Park restroom
• Project report on Central Park band shell accessibility

City Council

The City Council will consider rejecting the 2023 Determinations of the Local Officers' Compensation Commission, which requires a 4/5 vote. They will also hold a first reading of a precinct boundary realignment ordinance. Other items include a show cause hearing for a liquor license violation and approval of a fuel purchase and an emergency landfill compactor repair.

• Rejecting the 2023 Determinations of the Local Officers' Compensation Commission (4/5 vote required)
• First Reading of the 2023 Precinct Boundary Realignment Ordinance
• Show cause hearing regarding noncompliance with liquor license requirements for failure to pay property taxes
• Approve Fuel Purchase from November 17, 2023 (4/5 vote required)
• Emergency Repair to Landfill Trash Compactor (4/5 vote required)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that City Council approve a 4% Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for a multi-family project at 115 Eastlawn Drive. The meeting included a public hearing where residents expressed both support for affordable housing and concerns regarding traffic and neighborhood character.

• 4% 45-year PILOT request for River Caddis Communities at 115 Eastlawn Drive
• Riverside Place occupancy reported at 97%
• Washington Woods occupancy reported at 97% for November
• Flood mitigation engineering project at Riverside Place using HUD funds

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 656, which proposes to rezone 6400 N. Saginaw Road from Homer Township zoning to RA-4 Single Family and Two Family Residential. The property was annexed into the city in 2023 and requires a city zoning designation. The commission will also consider approving the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 656 to rezone 6400 N. Saginaw Road to RA-4 residential
• Consideration of 2024 meeting schedule (23 regular meetings, mostly 2nd/4th Tuesdays)
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023 meeting
• Public comments unrelated to agenda items

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Midland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first is a use variance to allow a four-unit multiple family dwelling at 2010 Isabella Street, currently zoned for single-family residential. The second is a dimensional variance for a larger ground sign at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. The board will also approve minutes and set the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Use variance for four-unit dwelling at 2010 Isabella Street (RA-1 district)
• Dimensional variance for 55 sq ft ground sign at 1710 W. St. Andrews Road (max 32 sq ft)
• Approval of September 19, 2023 minutes
• 2024 meeting schedule

City Council

The City Council will hold the second reading and vote on a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for a 204-unit affordable workforce housing development at 115 Eastlawn Drive. The council will also consider routine consent agenda items, including the Cable Access Advisory Commission annual report and 2023 Local Officers’ Compensation Commission determinations, and schedule a public hearing for a Brownfield Plan at 116 Rodd Street.

• Second reading of PILOT ordinance for 204-unit workforce housing at 115 Eastlawn Drive
• Annual report for Cable Access Advisory Commission for FY 2022/23
• 2023 Local Officers’ Compensation Commission determinations
• Schedule public hearing for Brownfield Plan at 116 Rodd Street

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will consider several action items including a work order for the RS&H SRE Building Study, an update to the MBS Finance Policy, and contracts for website additions, digital marketing, and a radio campaign. The board will also discuss an Air Service Development Retainer and hold a closed session for a Personnel Committee update and Airport Director review.

• RS&H SRE Building Study Work Order
• MBS Finance Policy Update
• Airport One Website Addition
• Digital Marketing Campaign
• Alpha Media Radio Campaign

Center City Authority Board

The regular November 15, 2023 meeting of the Center City Authority has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this session.

• Regular meeting cancelled

Library Board

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Board will meet to discuss the book challenge presentation and process review. The meeting also includes a building update, the Director's Report, and a review of the 2023/2024 Strategic Plan goals.

• Book Challenge Presentation and Process Review
• Library Building update
• Library Board Strategic Plan Goal Review 2023/2024

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023, has been cancelled because there is no business to come before the commission. The next regular meeting will take place on November 28, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting scheduled for November 28, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a child care center at 1717 E. Sugnet Road, a rezoning at 5501 Jefferson Avenue, and a rezoning at 3420 and 3410 Isabella Street. They will also hold the first reading of a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for a 204-unit workforce housing development at 115 Eastlawn Drive. Other items include a resolution on Ashman & Rodd two-way restoration and several routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 86 for a child care center at 1717 E. Sugnet Road
• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 654 to rezone 5501 Jefferson Avenue from RA-1 to COM
• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 655 to rezone 3420 Isabella Street from RC to NC and part of 3410 Isabella Street from OS to NC
• First reading of a PILOT ordinance for a 204-unit workforce housing development at 115 Eastlawn Drive
• Resolution on Ashman & Rodd two-way restoration

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing a presentation regarding the Former Odd Fellows Building redevelopment project at 116 Rodd Street. The board will also review community input for the Downtown Midland Long Range Strategic Plan and receive updates on riverfront redevelopment and pedestrian plaza projects.

• Development Agreement action item for 116 Rodd Street
• Review of Downtown Midland Long Range Strategic Plan community input
• 2023 Pedestrian Plaza project update
• Riverfront Redevelopment project update
• Consideration of historic signage placement in partnership with Midland County Historical Society

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The Cable Access Advisory Commission will vote on its 2024 meeting dates, goals, and a proposed annual report for City Council. The commission will also review the Cable Communications Fund's year-to-date finances and receive updates on federal and state legislation affecting public, educational, and government (PEG) access channels. The meeting will be held live and streamed on MCTV.

• Vote on 2024 proposed meeting dates (Feb 14, Apr 10, Jun 12, Sep 11, Nov 13)
• Vote on 2024 proposed goals, including providing an annual report to City Council
• Vote on proposed annual report for City Council on MCTV and CAAC status
• Review Cable Communications Fund YTD 2023/24: revenue $2,020 (0.3% of budget), expenses $168,635 (21% of budget)
• Updates on Protecting Community Television Act (HR 6219/S 3361) and American Broadband Deployment Act (HR 3557)

Brownfield Redevelopment Finance Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Finance Authority is meeting to discuss the redevelopment of 116 Rodd Street into a mixed-use building. The body will consider a resolution recommending the project's brownfield plan for City Council approval.

• Proposed rehabilitation of 116 Rodd Street into retail space and apartments
• Estimated total capital investment of $3,500,000
• Proposed brownfield reimbursement to developer of $447,055
• Plan duration of 23 years for tax increment revenue capture
• Selection of BRFA Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

Housing Commission

The Commission is reviewing a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) proposal from River Caddis Communities for a new Low Income Housing Tax Credit development. The project would consist of 204 residential units with rents ranging from $470 to $2,000 per month. The Commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the 45-year, 4% PILOT rate request.

• PILOT request for 115 Eastlawn Drive (former Eastlawn Elementary site)
• Proposed development of 204 residential units and one clubhouse
• Proposed 4% PILOT rate for a 45-year term
• Estimated 2023 PILOT fee of $97,712.00 compared to an estimated $704,800.00 tax bill

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss proposed updates to the recreation fee philosophy and specific fee changes for 2024. The meeting also includes a request for comments on the draft City Modern Master Plan.

• Proposed 2024 recreation fee changes
• City Modern Master Plan draft review
• Plymouth Pool end of season report
• End of season reports for adult beach volleyball, softball, and kickball
• Project updates for Grove Park, Poseyville Riverfront, Central Park Bandshell, Emerson Park Riverfront, and Miracle Field

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will consider several lease-related items, including a revised Dow Corning lease assignment, a United lease assignment/amendment, and an RS&H lease amendment. The board will also review an agricultural lease bid and receive a personnel committee update, which will include a closed session for the airport director's review.

• Revised Dow Corning lease assignment
• United lease assignment/amendment
• RS&H lease amendment
• Agricultural lease bid
• Personnel committee update and airport director review (closed session)

West Main Street Historic District Commission

The West Main Street Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, approve minutes from January 2023, and set the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural with no new business items requiring public hearings or decisions on certificates of appropriateness.

• Election of officers for the commission
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2023
• Discussion and adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission has cancelled its October 24, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before it. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: November 14, 2023 at 7:00 P.M.
• Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for 116 Rodd Street and a zoning petition for 1011 Vance Road. They will also consider referring a PILOT proposal for a 204-unit workforce housing development at 115 Eastlawn Drive to the Housing Commission, and set a public hearing for a rezoning at 3420 Isabella Street.

• Public hearing on Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for 116 Rodd Street
• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 652 to apply RA-1 zoning to 1011 Vance Road
• Referral of a PILOT proposal for a 204-unit workforce housing development at 115 Eastlawn Drive
• Setting a public hearing for Zoning Petition No. 655 to rezone 3420 Isabella Street and 3410 Isabella Street
• Emergency repair of a sinkhole near the retention basin at the Water Reclamation Facility (4/5 vote required)

Center City Authority Board

This meeting of the Center City Authority, originally scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Local Officers Compensation Commission

The commission will hold its first meeting of the 2023 session to elect officers and swear in new members. The agenda includes a review of commission responsibilities, ethics ordinances, and discussions regarding 2023 compensation measures.

• Election of Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem
• Review of 2021 LOCC Determinations Report and Council Resolution
• Discussion of 2023 compensation and survey of selected cities
• Review of City of Midland Travel Policy

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023 has been cancelled because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting will be held on November 21, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• October 17, 2023 meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is conducting a collaborative walk-through of the draft Strategic Plan. This meeting focuses on reviewing substantive changes to the plan's structure and content before a formal recommendation for adoption at the November 8 meeting.

• Review of Strategic Plan working draft
• Discussion of proposed Table of Contents including Community Snapshot, Goals & Objectives, and Development Plan
• Review of TIF Plan components including Indebtedness and Captured Value
• Overview of project schedule through February 2024

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 655, which would rezone 3410 and 3420 Isabella Street to Neighborhood Commercial to allow construction of a Dollar Tree store. The commission will also discuss the Ashman & Rodd Streets two-way restoration project. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and routine reports.

• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 655 to rezone 3420 Isabella Street from RC to NC and part of 3410 Isabella Street from OS to NC
• Rezoning would allow Dollar Tree to build a retail store on the vacant properties
• Discussion of Ashman & Rodd Streets two-way restoration
• Approval of minutes from September 26 regular and September 27 special meetings

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Jack Barstow Aviation Advisory Commission will discuss an update on the airport's environmental assessment and set 2024 airport fees. They will also review monthly activity and maintenance reports. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Environmental Assessment update, including wetland mitigation and tree removal for runway 6
• 2024 Airport Fees discussion
• Monthly activity report showing increased training flights and fuel sales
• Maintenance planned for city-owned hangar, pavement, and segmented circle

City Council

The City Council will vote on releasing the proposed Midland City Modern Master Plan for a 63-day public review and comment period, as required by state law. The plan, developed over two years with public input, outlines goals and strategies for the city's future. Council will also consider several routine items including a letter of support for low-income housing tax credits, setting public hearings for a rezoning and a conditional use permit, and approving meeting dates for 2024.

• Approve distribution of the proposed City of Midland Master Plan for 63-day review and comment
• Authorize letter of support for Low Income Housing Tax Credit financing for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II
• Set public hearing for Zoning Petition No. 654 to rezone 5501 Jefferson Avenue from RA-1 to COM
• Set public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 86 for a child care center at 1717 E. Sugnet Road
• Set public hearing for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate at 116 Rodd Street

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint special meeting to discuss the draft master plan, Midland City Modern. No other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion of the draft master plan, Midland City Modern

Planning Commission

The Midland City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to discuss the draft master plan, Midland City Modern. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of draft master plan Midland City Modern

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a rezoning of 5501 Jefferson Avenue from residential to community use for Creative 360, and a conditional use permit for a child care center at 1717 E. Sugnet Road. The commission will deliberate and may make decisions or recommendations to City Council. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Zoning Petition No. 654: Rezone 5501 Jefferson Avenue from RA-1 to COM for Creative 360
• Conditional Use Permit No. 86: Child care center at 1717 E. Sugnet Road (Midland Church of the Brethren)
• Public hearings for both petitions with possible decisions
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning Stonegate Manor Lots 2 through 21 from RB Multiple Family Residential to RA-3 Single Family Residential. They will also receive the draft City Master Plan from the Planning Commission, consider a budget transfer for a new Horticulture Activity, and set a public hearing for rezoning an unzoned property at 1011 Vance Road.

• Public hearing and vote on Zoning Petition No. 651 to rezone Stonegate Manor Lots 2-21 from RB to RA-3
• Receive referral of draft City Master Plan from Planning Commission for review
• 2023-2024 Budget Transfer to new Horticulture Activity
• Pavilion structure for Poseyville Riverfront Restoration project
• Set public hearing for Zoning Petition No. 652 to apply RA-1 zoning to 1011 Vance Road

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority Board will consider a resolution on restoring two-way traffic on Ashman and Rodd Streets, following public comment and a district meeting. The board is also set to discuss the S. Saginaw Road Streetscape Celebration and redevelopment liquor licenses. Committee reports will cover the 2024 meeting schedule and board structure.

• Resolution consideration on Ashman-Rodd two-way conversion (Ashman from Cambridge to Ann, Rodd from Cambridge to Main)
• S. Saginaw Road Streetscape Celebration discussion
• Redevelopment liquor licenses discussion
• 2024 meeting schedule and 2023-24 board structure report
• Public comment on Ashman-Rodd conversion

Library Board

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Board will select a new president and vice president. The board will also review the Annual Report to Council for potential presentation in October.

• Selection of a board president
• Selection of a vice president
• Review of Annual Report to Council
• Building update
• Proposal of 2024 meeting dates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Midland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a dimensional variance for a pergola at 1021 W. Sugnet Rd., and will consider an extension request for a previously granted use variance at 215 E. Ellsworth St. The board will also approve minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Petition 23-03: dimensional variance for a 28'-11" x 21'-4" pergola at 1021 W. Sugnet Rd., requiring 4-ft side setback and 2-ft principal structure variances
• Old business: Petition 21-05 – extension of use variance for TCP Residential, LLC at 215 E. Ellsworth St. through Feb 29, 2024, after demolition of the condemned structure
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 regular meeting

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing a proposal to restore two-way traffic on Ashman and Rodd Streets. The board will also review a development project at 116 Rodd Street and receive updates on the 2023 Pedestrian Plazas.

• Public hearing regarding Ashman-Rodd Two Way Conversation
• Introduction of development project at 11CO Rodd Street
• Review of 2023 Pedestrian Plazas project updates
• Consideration of incubator support for FILL
• Discussion of Tri-Star Mural Façade Support and Façade Program Guidelines Amendment

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The Cable Access Advisory Commission will consider approving its 2024 meeting dates, proposed goals for the coming year, and an annual report for City Council. The commission will also receive updates on the Cable Communications Fund, federal legislation affecting public access TV, and MCTV service statistics.

• Approval of 2024 proposed meeting dates (Feb 14, Apr 10, Jun 12, Sep 11, Nov 13)
• Approval of 2024 proposed goals including quarterly fund and legislation reports
• Proposed annual report for City Council on MCTV and CAAC activities
• Cable Communications Fund YTD 2023/24: $950 revenue vs $610,500 budget (0.2%)
• Update on Protecting Community Television Act (HR 6219/S 3361) and American Broadband Deployment Act (HR 3557)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 20,664 sq ft ALDI grocery store on Bay City Road. The commission also recommended a zoning change for a property on Vance Road and a new city master plan for City Council approval.

• Approved Site Plan No. 426 for ALDI grocery store at 4801, 4813, and part of 4705 Bay City Road (9-0)
• Recommended Zoning Petition No. 652 to apply RA-1 Single Family Residential zoning to 1011 Vance Road to City Council (9-0)
• Recommended draft Midland City Modern Master Plan to City Council (9-0)
• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Noted Zoning Petition No. 653 was withdrawn by the applicant

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery funding applications and two zoning text amendments (adding schools as permitted use in Community District and regulating generators). They will also consider amending the Dial-A-Ride budget to accept grant funds for bus bike racks, and vote on several routine consent agenda items including contracts for road salt, a water reclamation building, and a cablecast automation system.

• Public hearing on applications for Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery funding
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 166 to add schools as principal permitted use in Community District
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 167 to remove generators from accessory structure definition and allow as yard projection
• Amend FY2023/24 Dial-A-Ride budget to recognize federal/state grant funds for bus bike racks
• Purchase of road salt for 2023-24 winter season (consent agenda)

City Council approved two zoning amendments regarding school placement and generator standards. The council also authorized a budget increase for Dial-A-Ride bicycle racks and applied for $300,000 in disaster recovery funding for a stormwater plan.

• Approved amended minutes of August 28, 2023 meeting
• Authorized proclamation for September 23, 2023 as City of Peace Day
• Authorized proclamation for September 17-23, 2023 as Constitution Week
• Approved $30,800 increase to FY2023-24 Dial-A-Ride budget for 14 bicycle racks
• Approved application for $300,000 CDBG-DR funding for a stormwater plan
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1886 adding schools as a principal permitted use in the Community District
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1887 updating zoning standards for the placement of generators

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission is holding its regular September meeting. The agenda includes senior housing reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods, a presentation from Housing Forward on attainable housing, and commissioner updates on 2023-25 goals. The attached minutes from a June special meeting show the commission recommended CDBG budget amendments to City Council.

• CDBG budget amendment recommended: $24,675 excess program income, Central Park Accessibility Project cost increase to $180,000, $60,000 Habitat allocation transfer to home repair
• Riverside Place occupancy at 97%, one studio available
• Washington Woods occupancy dropped to 94% average in August
• Housing Forward presentation on attainable housing initiative (80-120% AMI)
• Washington Woods carpet replacement project underway

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 30, 2023, meeting. Members received quarterly reports on senior housing and an update on attainable housing initiatives from the Midland Business Alliance. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 30, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss the proposed recreation fee review calendar for 2023/24 and consider changing meeting dates to the first Wednesday of each month.

• Proposed change to meeting calendar for 2024
• Adoption of FY 2023/2024 Work Plan

The Commission approved a new meeting schedule for 2024 and adopted the FY 2023/24 Work Plan. Staff provided updates on upcoming recreation programs and the status of several park accessibility and facility projects.

• Approved moving meeting nights to the first Wednesday of the month starting in 2024 (7-0)
• Adopted the FY 2023/24 Work Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will vote on several routine consent agenda items, including property donations, contract awards, and setting public hearings for a zoning petition and CDBG-DR funding. Notable items include accepting a playground donation from Blessed Sacrament Church, a donation for a mountain bike trails project, and authorizing property acquisitions under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. The agenda also includes a public hearing to rezone Stonegate Manor Lots 2-21 from RB to RA-3.

• Blessed Sacrament Church playground property donation
• City Forest Mountain Bike Flow Trails and Skills Park project donation
• Authorize acquisition of properties through Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
• Set public hearing for Zoning Petition No. 651 to rezone Stonegate Manor Lots 2-21
• City Hall Renovations Phases 4 and 5 contract

City Council approved a contract for City Hall renovations and accepted property and funding donations for a playground and mountain bike trails. The council also authorized property acquisitions for flood mitigation and approved several equipment and software purchases.

• Approved contract with Great Lakes Bay Construction for City Hall Renovations Phase 2 not to exceed $1,499,700 (Motion ADOPTED)
• Accepted donation of playground property and funding up to $200,000 from Blessed Sacrament Church (Motion ADOPTED)
• Accepted offer from Central Michigan Mountain Bike Association to build flow trails and skills park at City Forest (Motion ADOPTED)
• Authorized City Manager to execute documents to acquire up to 27 properties via Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $286,536.85 purchase of a sewer vactor truck from Fredrickson Supply (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $62,373.00 contract with FASTER Asset Solutions for fleet management software upgrade (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $32,850.00 contract with ESCON Group for electrical upgrades and EV charging stations (Motion ADOPTED)
• Reappointed Jenny Marshall to Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission through June 30, 2026 (Motion ADOPTED)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to rezone Stonegate Manor Lots 2-21 from RB Multiple Family Residential to RA-3 Single Family Residential, and a site plan for a new ALDI grocery store at 4801, 4813, and part of 4705 Bay City Road. The commission may make decisions on both after hearing public comments. The agenda also includes discussion of the Ashman & Rodd Streets two-way restoration project.

• Zoning Petition No. 651: Rezone Stonegate Manor Lots 2-21 (4112-4313 Stonegate Drive) from RB to RA-3 Single Family Residential
• Site Plan No. 426: ALDI grocery store, 20,664 sq ft building with 12,589 sq ft sales space at 4801, 4813, and part of 4705 Bay City Road
• Public hearing process for both items with possible decisions
• New Business: Ashman & Rodd Streets two-way restoration project

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of a zoning petition to change Stonegate Manor lots 2 through 21 to single-family residential. A site plan for a new ALDI grocery store was deferred pending updated plans. The commission also heard public comments regarding short-term rentals and the Ashman and Rodd Streets Two Way Restoration.

• Recommended Zoning Petition No. 651 (Stonegate Manor lots 2-21) to City Council for approval (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2023 meeting (9-0)
• Deferred Site Plan No. 426 (ALDI, Inc.) pending updated plans and staff review

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will meet to review the 2022 financial audit, discuss updates to an airline lease amendment and a Dow lease, and receive a Personnel Committee update. The meeting also includes approval of July 2023 minutes, financial reports, and public comment.

• Review of 2022 Financial Audit
• Airline Lease Amendment Update
• Dow Lease Update
• Personnel Committee Update

The Commission approved a third lease amendment for Delta Air Lines and the assignment of the Hangar 7 lease from Dow Corning to Dow Chemical. The board also approved the 2022 financial, PFC, and Single audits.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July payroll, operations and maintenance warrants, and cash and investment summary (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 MBS Financial audit, 2022 PFC audit, and 2022 Single Audit (Unanimous)
• Approved third amendment for terminal premises lease with Delta Air Lines, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Assignment of Agreement and Lease of Premises between MBS, Dow Corning Corporation, and Dow Chemical Company (Approved; Ms. Budd abstained)

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 3:00 pm in Midland City Council Chambers has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its August 15, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: September 19, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a Grove Park accessible restroom project funded by a Rotary grant and on applications for Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery funding. The council will also consider consent agenda items including contracts for flood mitigation engineering, office furniture, demolition services, and refuse trucks, and set public hearings for two zoning text amendments regarding schools and generator regulations.

• Public hearing on Grove Park Accessible Restroom Project: amend parks budget to accept Rotary grant and authorize construction contract
• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery funding applications
• Consent item: Riverside Rear Parking Lot Flood Mitigation Engineering contract
• Consent item: purchase of three rear packer refuse trucks for Public Services (requires 4/5 vote)
• Set public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment No. 166 to add schools as permitted use in Community District

City Council approved several grant applications for disaster recovery, including street reconstruction and generator installations. The council also authorized a contract for a new accessible restroom at Grove Park and approved engineering services for flood mitigation at Riverside Place.

• Approved $32,000 budget amendment for Grove Park restroom grant (ADOPTED)
• Awarded Grove Park restroom contract to J.R. Heineman and Sons, Inc. not to exceed $542,000 (ADOPTED)
• Approved CDBG-DR grant applications for landfill cell, street reconstruction, and other projects (ADOPTED)
• Approved Fiesta Fest event for Sept 14–17, 2023, with specific road closure conditions (ADOPTED)
• Recognized Midland County Pit Stop as a nonprofit for charitable gaming license purposes (ADOPTED)
• Appointed Kendra Nelson and Laura Stowell as MERS annual conference delegates (ADOPTED)
• Awarded $56,800 flood mitigation engineering contract to William A. Kibbe & Associates (ADOPTED)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (ADOPTED)

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment No. 167, which would regulate generators over 30 kW as accessory structures and allow smaller generators in yards with restrictions. The commission will also review Site Plan No. 425 for a 17-unit residential development at 7800 Perrine Road.

• Zoning Text Amendment No. 167: Regulate generators over 30 kW as accessory structures; allow generators 30 kW or less in all yards except front yards in residential districts
• Site Plan No. 425: Winding Creek Estates No. 3, 17-unit site condominium at 7800 Perrine Road
• Public hearing on generator amendment; staff recommends approval
• Site plan review for Winding Creek Estates No. 3; staff recommends approval with contingencies

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning text amendment regarding generator placement to the City Council. The commission also approved a site plan for a 17-unit single-family residential condominium development.

• Recommended Zoning Text Amendment No. 167 regarding generator projections (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan No. 425 for 17-unit residential site condominium at 7800 Perrine Road with five contingencies (7-0)
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for August 8, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for October 10, 2023

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Midland Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2023. They will elect a chair and vice chair, discuss an update on the City Forest Mountain Biking Flow Trail proposal, adopt the 2024 meeting calendar, and consider proposed changes to park rules. Project reports will cover several park improvements including Poseyville Riverfront Restoration and Central Park Band Shell Accessibility Improvements.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• City Forest Mountain Biking Flow Trail proposal update
• Adoption of meeting calendar for 2024
• Parks Rules proposed changes
• Project reports: Poseyville Riverfront Restoration, Grove Park Restroom, Central Park Band Shell Accessibility Improvements, Stratford Accessible Canoe/Kayak Launch

The Commission recommended that City Council accept a proposed mountain bike flow trail as a gift once completed. They also supported changes to park rules regarding personal property and metal detectors. Administrative actions included electing leadership and setting the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Elected Rankin as chair (5-0)
• Elected Billotti as vice chair (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council accept proposed mountain bike flow trail as a gift (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 meeting calendar (5-0)
• Recommended City Council accept park rule changes regarding personal property and metal detectors (5-0)

West Main Street Historic District Commission

The quarterly meeting of the West Main Street Historic District Commission scheduled for July 26, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of business to conduct.

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a driveway modification for Xaerus Performance Fluids, a 17-unit residential site condominium at Winding Creek Estates, and a zoning text amendment to allow schools in the Community District. The commission may also decide on the Xaerus site plan, as staff recommends waiving the rules to allow a decision at this meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 11 meeting, which covered a 65-lot subdivision recommendation and a site plan approval.

• Site Plan No. 424: additional driveway for Xaerus Performance Fluids at 2837 Schuette Road
• Site Plan No. 425: Winding Creek Estates No. 3, 17 residential units at 7800 Perrine Road
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 166: add schools as principal permitted use in Community District
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023, including Westside Subdivision (65 lots at 6000 Stark Road) and Site Plan No. 423 (Nash Dermatology addition)

The Commission approved a site plan modification for Xaerus Performance Fluids and recommended a zoning amendment to allow schools in the Community District. A public hearing was held for a 17-unit residential project at Winding Creek Estates No. 3, with a decision deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Site Plan No. 424 for Xaerus Performance Fluids to add a driveway at 2837 Schuette Road (7-0)
• Recommended Zoning Text Amendment No. 166 to add schools as a permitted use in the Community District to City Council (7-0)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider a tentative preliminary plat for a 65-lot mixed-use subdivision at 6000 Stark Road, along with several budget amendments and purchases. They will also hold public hearings on Dial-A-Ride budget changes and bus purchases, and set hearings for CDBG and parks budget amendments. The agenda includes routine consent items such as police vehicle purchases and refuse collection truck purchases.

• Tentative Preliminary Plat for Westside Subdivision, 65 lots at 6000 Stark Road
• Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for 11,109 sq ft child care center at 5305 Perrine Road
• Dial-A-Ride budget amendment for increased bus costs and electric vehicle training
• Purchase of Police Patrol Vehicles
• Purchase of Residential Refuse Collection Trucks

City Council approved the purchase of four replacement buses and amended the Dial-A-Ride budget to include $202,017 in grant funds for vehicle costs and electric vehicle training. The council also approved a child care center permit and a preliminary plat for the Westside Subdivision. Additionally, budget amendments for the Community Development Block Grant were adopted.

• Approved $569,960 purchase of four Dial-A-Ride buses from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc.
• Amended FY 2023/24 Dial-A-Ride budget to increase revenues and expenditures by $202,017
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for a child care center at 5305 Perrine Road
• Approved Tentative Preliminary Plat of Westside Subdivision (3-2)
• Adopted amended FY 2023/24 Community Development Block Grant budget
• Approved revised Rules and Regulations for Disposal of Refuse
• Approved Spikeball Tournament at the Tridge area for September 9, 2023
• Approved Treasure Your Health Fair on W. Ellsworth Street for August 10, 2023

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission will vote on an FAA ELD Project Easement and discuss 2023 AIP Construction Administration. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and financial reports.

• FAA ELD Project Easement
• 2023 AIP Construction Administration
• May and June 2023 Warrant Registers
• May and June 2023 Cash & Investment Summary

The Commission approved a $530,000 construction administration contract with RS&H for the Runway 14/32 Rehabilitation project, pending an FAA grant. The Board also approved power project easements with Consumers Energy Company. Financial warrants and previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved RS&H Construction Administration contract for Runway 14/32 Rehabilitation at $530,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FAA ELD Power project easements with Consumers Energy Company (unanimous)
• Approved May and June 2023 warrants and cash & investment summaries (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority Board will discuss the potential restoration of two-way traffic on Ashman and Rodd Streets, following a City Council referral. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, committee reports, and public comments.

• Discussion of Ashman/Rodd two-way restoration
• Approval of April 19, 2023 minutes
• Governance and Sustainability Committee report
• Physical Improvements Committee report

The board approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the Ashman-Rodd Community Conversation and will provide recommendations to City Council based on business feedback. Public comments were received opposing the two-way conversion of Ashman and Rodd streets.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its July 18, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 15, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: August 15, 2023, 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a tentative preliminary plat for Westside Subdivision, a 65-lot mixed-use development at 6000 Stark Road, after City Council previously rejected it. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and may decide on a site plan for a 1,870 sq ft addition to Nash Dermatology at 2711 W. Wackerly Street. New business includes discussion of mechanical equipment/generators.

• Public hearing on tentative preliminary plat for Westside Subdivision (65 lots, mixed-use, 6000 Stark Road)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023-24 fiscal year
• Site Plan No. 423: 1,870 sq ft addition to Nash Dermatology at 2711 W. Wackerly Street
• New Business: mechanical equipment/generators discussion

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a 65-lot mixed-use subdivision and approved a medical office addition. The commission also elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and discussed a potential zoning amendment regarding generator placement.

• Elected Koehlinger as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Deckrow as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 27 Special Meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes from June 27 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Tentative Preliminary Plat for Westside Subdivision at 6000 Stark Road to City Council (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan No. 423 for a 1,870 square foot addition to Nash Dermatology at 2711 W. Wackerly Street (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a public hearing on an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Rankinen & Associates, LLC (Xaerus Performance Fluids), and will discuss a study on restoring two-way traffic on Ashman and Rodd streets. The agenda also includes several routine consent items such as contract approvals and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Rankinen & Associates, LLC (Xaerus Performance Fluids)
• Discussion of Ashman & Rodd Two-Way Restoration Study
• Approval of Water Reclamation Facility Parking Lot Reconstruction 2023 contract
• Approval of revised Consumers Energy Street Lights Contract
• Setting public hearing for 2023-2024 CDBG budget amendment

The City Council approved a 12-year industrial facilities exemption certificate for a new warehouse addition. The council also referred a two-way traffic restoration study for Ashman and Rodd Streets to three city authorities for further review.

• Approved 12-year industrial facilities exemption for Rankinen & Associates, LLC (Xaerus Performance Fluids) for a $6M project
• Referred Ashman and Rodd Streets two-way traffic restoration to Center City Authority, Downtown Development Authority, and Planning Commission (3-1)
• Appointed Leonard Powell to the Planning Commission for a term ending June 30, 2024
• Accepted resignation of Greg Mayville from the Planning Commission
• Approved $173,791.95 contract with Pyramid Paving Company for Water Reclamation Facility parking lot reconstruction
• Authorized City Engineer to sign change orders for Consumers Energy street lights contract
• Approved two-year contract extension with R.B. Satkowiak City Sewer for portable toilet rentals not to exceed $44,000
• Approved annual janitorial services contract with Arnold Center of Midland for Water Treatment Plant not to exceed $39,960

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a 2023-24 CDBG budget amendment allocating additional program income. The amendment includes transferring $60,000 from Habitat for Humanity property acquisition to home repair, increasing Central Park accessibility funding to $180,000, and boosting planning and administration funds. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 5 regular meeting.

• 2023-24 CDBG budget amendment totaling $414,302 in revenue
• $60,000 transfer for Habitat for Humanity from property acquisition to home repair
• Central Park accessibility project increased from $156,399 to $180,000
• General planning and administration increased from $34,928 to $36,002
• Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission recommended two budget amendments for the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. These changes address increased project costs for Central Park Accessibility and a funding reallocation for Midland County Habitat.

• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2023-2024 budget amendment 1-B (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2023-2024 budget amendment 2-B (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from June 5 and discuss a 2023-24 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget amendment. The meeting was originally scheduled for June 28 but has been rescheduled to Friday, June 30, 2023, at 4:00 PM. No other substantive items are listed.

• 2023-24 CDBG budget amendment discussion
• Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Meeting rescheduled to June 30, 2023

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Site Plan No. 423, a 1,870 sq ft addition to Nash Dermatology at 2711 W. Wackerly Street. The commission will also discuss the Midland County Hazard Mitigation Plan and a zoning text change regarding schools in the COM district. A final decision on the site plan is expected at the July 11 meeting.

• Public hearing on 1,870 sq ft addition to Nash Dermatology at 2711 W. Wackerly Street
• Discussion of Midland County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discussion of schools in the COM Community zoning district
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a proposed 1,870 square foot addition to Nash Dermatology. A final decision on the addition was deferred to the next meeting. Staff introduced a proposal to allow schools as a permitted use in the COM Community zoning district.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled final decision on Site Plan No. 423 (Nash Dermatology addition) to next meeting
• Scheduled public hearing for July 25 regarding zoning text amendment to permit schools in COM Community district

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss public comments on the draft Future Land Use and Future Transportation maps for the City Modern Master Plan. The commission will provide direction to staff to finalize the maps for inclusion in the draft plan, expected by September 1. The agenda includes only this discussion and procedural items.

• 90 public comments received on draft maps during May 5–June 9 review period
• Comments include requests for more mixed-use development and reduced parking requirements
• Public feedback on pedestrian safety, bike routes, and traffic improvements along Eastman, Joe Mann, and Saginaw roads
• Discussion of potential future land use for Midland Mall site
• Direction to staff to prepare final draft maps for draft plan release by September 1

The Planning Commission reviewed draft Future Land Use and Future Transportation Maps for the City Modern Master Plan. Members provided comments on walkability, pedestrian safety, and mixed-use zoning. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on amending the Dial-A-Ride budget and authorizing a transit coordination study. Resolutions include the Housing Commission annual report, Downtown Midland Riverfront Redevelopment, and adjusting compensation for the city manager and attorney. The agenda also covers consent items such as tax levies, a collective bargaining agreement, and various contracts and purchases.

• Downtown Midland Riverfront Redevelopment resolution
• Housing Commission Annual Report
• Adjustment of annual compensation for City Manager and City Attorney
• Public hearing to schedule Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for a child care center at 5305 Perrine Road
• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with Midland Municipal Supervisory Employees Association (MMSEA)

City Council approved the 2023 Downtown Midland Riverfront Redevelopment Plan and authorized a topographical survey. The council also amended budgets for local streets, water, and Dial-A-Ride services. Additionally, salary increases were approved for the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Adopted 2023 Downtown Midland Riverfront Redevelopment Plan (4-1)
• Amended FY 2022-23 Water Fund (net increase $360,000) and Local Street Fund (net increase $600,000) (Adopted)
• Amended FY 2022-23 Dial-A-Ride budget to increase revenues and expenditures by $8,459 (Adopted)
• Awarded transit collaboration study contract to RLS & Associates, Inc. not to exceed $73,459 (Adopted)
• Approved 3% cost of living and 1.5% merit-based salary increase for City Manager C. Bradley Kaye (Adopted)
• Approved 3% cost of living increase and $2,600 merit lump sum for City Attorney James O. Branson III (Adopted)
• Reappointed and appointed 21 members to various boards and commissions (Adopted)
• Received and filed the 2022-23 Housing Commission Annual Report (Adopted)

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting for an informational presentation by the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Special meeting on June 26, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
• Presentation by Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance

The City Council held a special meeting to hear an overview of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance's purpose, operations, and new strategic plan. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023 has been cancelled because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting will take place on July 18, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting scheduled for July 18, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The Cable Access Advisory Commission will discuss the Cable Communications Fund's fiscal year-to-date status and review federal legislation, including the Protecting Community Television Act and the American Broadband Deployment Act, which could impact public access channels. The commission will also address a vacant seat, set 2023 goals, and receive updates on MCTV services and statistics.

• Cable Communications Fund: $450,218 revenue (71% of budget) and $614,628 expenses (77% of budget) as of 94% fiscal year
• Protecting Community Television Act (HR 6219/S 3361) discussed to clarify franchise fees as monetary only
• H.R. 3557 - American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023 noted as a concern for potentially eliminating PEG channels
• MCTV new equipment: Panasonic camcorders, iMacs with Final Cut Pro, and Cablecast automation system upgrade
• Mary Currie Grant: $2,860 awarded fiscal year-to-date with 38 new members

The commission approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the Cable Communications Fund year-to-date budget and discussed federal legislation regarding cable franchise fees and broadband deployment.

• Approved February 8, 2023 Minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The special meeting of the Midland City Planning Commission scheduled for June 13, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there is no business to bring before it. The regular meeting of the commission will still occur as scheduled at 7:00 p.m. that same day in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Special meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Regular meeting to proceed as scheduled at 7:00 p.m. on June 13, 2023

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will consider approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for an 11,109 square foot child care center at 5305 Perrine Road, with staff recommending approval subject to contingencies. A separate conditional use permit for a four-unit dwelling at 1400 Bayliss Street has been withdrawn and requires no action.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 84: 11,109 sq ft child care center at 5305 Perrine Road
• Conditional Use Permit No. 85 withdrawn for 1400 Bayliss Street
• Staff recommends approval with contingencies including EGLE floodplain permit and landscaping
• Public hearing held May 23; decision requested June 13

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a conditional use permit for a child care center on Perrine Road. The recommendation includes six contingencies, including specific landscaping requirements. One other conditional use permit request was withdrawn.

• Recommended Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for a 11,109 square foot child care center at 5305 Perrine Road to City Council (7-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Conditional Use Permit No. 85 withdrawn by applicant

City Council

The City Council will vote on the FY 2023-24 city budget, which includes a $57.4 million general fund and draws down fund balances across multiple funds. They will also hold a public hearing on the Ashman & Rodd Two-Way Restoration project and consider an annexation request for 1601 E. Saginaw Road.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 city budget with $57.4M general fund appropriations
• Public hearing on Ashman & Rodd Two-Way Restoration public input reports
• Annexation request for property at 1601 E. Saginaw Road
• Approval of 2023-24 Community Development Block Grant budget
• Purchase of three Ford Pro charging stations for Dial-A-Ride electric vans

City Council approved the 2023-24 CDBG budget and authorized the purchase of a brine unit for the Department of Public Services. The council also approved several tax roll levies and a property annexation. A proposal to refer the Ashman and Rodd Streets two-way traffic study to other authorities was defeated.

• Adopted 2023-24 Community Development Block Grant budget (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $21,245 budget amendment for a slide-in brine unit (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved annexation of 0.75 acres (PIN #040-001-200-680-00) (Motion ADOPTED)
• Authorized $123,211.24 for 2023 special assessments and accounts receivable tax roll (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved 2023 tax roll collection for Midland Public Schools (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved 2023 tax roll collection for Midland County Educational Service Agency (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved 2023 summer property tax levy collection for Bay City Public Schools (Motion ADOPTED)
• Denied referral of Ashman & Rodd two-way traffic restoration to Center City Authority, DDA, and Planning Commission (Motion FAILED 2-2)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting on June 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers for a presentation by the Midland Fire Department on drones. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Midland Fire Department drone presentation

The City Council held a special meeting to view a presentation and demonstration of the Midland Fire Department's drone. Council members also inspected one of three new pumper/rescue vehicles recently put into service. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken.

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Jack Barstow Aviation Advisory Commission will receive an environmental assessment update and review monthly activity and maintenance reports. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Environmental Assessment Update & Next Steps (Sarah Pagano)
• Monthly Activity Report and Airport Maintenance Status Report (Sarah Pagano)
• Approval of November 8 Meeting Minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. Airport Manager Sarah Pagano provided updates on a nearly complete Environmental Assessment and airport activity reports. No new business was heard.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a proposal from Blessed Sacrament Church to donate its playground and fund new equipment, and will discuss suspending new rentals at the vandalized Chippewassee pavilion. Staff will also provide updates on the Stratford canoe/kayak launch, riverfront handrail installation, and recreation programs.

• Blessed Sacrament Church proposes donating its play area and funding new equipment; commission may recommend City Council acceptance
• Chippewassee pavilion rentals suspended for new reservations due to repeated vandalism; existing rentals honored through 2023
• Project updates on Stratford canoe/kayak launch and Riverfront pedestrian handrail installation
• Recreation update includes Plymouth Pool opening, swim lessons, Tunes by the Tridge concert series, and LEAP program launch

The Commission recommended that City Council approve a proposal from Blessed Sacrament Parish to donate a playground and $200,000 for new equipment. Staff also announced a suspension of new reservations for the Chippewassee Park pavilion due to vandalism.

• Recommended City Council approve Blessed Sacrament playground donation and $200,000 funding (5-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Stopped taking new reservations for Chippewassee Park pavilion due to vandalism

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting on June 5, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The sole purpose is a closed session to discuss job performance reviews for the City Manager and City Attorney. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session for City Manager and City Attorney job performance reviews

The City Council met for a special session to conduct periodic personnel employment evaluations of the City Manager and the City Attorney. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session for personnel evaluations (4-0)

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission will consider adopting its 2023-25 goals and the 2022-23 annual report at this regular meeting. The commission will also hear senior housing reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods, and a presentation from Legal Services of Eastern Michigan on fair housing. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next agenda.

• Adopt 2023-25 goals, including exploring incentives for developers (Land Bank, Brownfield, OPRA) and zoning changes (accessory dwelling units, mixed use)
• Adopt 2022-23 annual report
• Senior housing reports: Riverside Place (97% occupancy, flood mitigation berm project) and Washington Woods (CDBG chiller project, carpet replacement)
• Presentation from Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2023 special meeting

The Commission approved its goals for 2023-25 and the 2022-23 annual report. It also recommended a budget amendment to the City Council to allocate $13,300 in excess program income. Quarterly reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods were presented.

• Approved April 5, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Adopted 2023-25 goals (5-0)
• Adopted 2022-23 annual report (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2023-2024 CDBG Budget amendment for $13,300 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for an 11,109-square-foot child care center at 5305 Perrine Road, proposed by Pnacek Property Solutions LLC. The commission will also review a site plan for a six-building residential development at 4908 and 4912 Universal Drive. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and routine reports.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for child care center at 5305 Perrine Road (11,109 sq ft, ~148 children, 23 staff)
• Site Plan No. 421 for six two-family dwellings at 4908 and 4912 Universal Drive
• Approval of minutes from April 11 and April 25, 2023 meetings

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for six two-family dwellings. A request for a new child care center was postponed to a future meeting. The commission also approved minutes from two previous April meetings.

• Approved Site Plan No. 421 for six two-family dwellings at 4908 and 4912 Universal Drive (6-0)
• Postponed consideration of Conditional Use Permit No. 84 for a child care center at 5305 Perrine Road to June 13, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 special meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading and adoption of landfill disposal fees and adopt the 2023-24 City Budget and Financial Working Plans. Other items include a conditional use permit for a single-family dwelling, several contracts and purchases, and proclamations for Pride Month and National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

• Second reading and adoption of Landfill Disposal fees
• Adoption of 2023-24 City Budget and Financial Working Plans
• Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 83 for a single-family dwelling at 7101 W. Wackerly St.
• Housing Construction Agreement with Midland Public Schools
• Request for Redevelopment Liquor License for Lasko's Tavern, LLC at 101 Main Street

City Council adopted the FY 2023-24 budget and approved a new landfill disposal fee schedule effective July 1, 2023. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a single-family home and issued two proclamations.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 City Budget
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1885 updating landfill disposal fees
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 83 for a single family dwelling at 7101 W. Wackerly St
• Approved budget amendments for MCTV ($60,000), Water Reclamation ($1M), and Landfill Fund ($288,890)
• Adopted proclamation designating June 2023 as Pride Month
• Adopted proclamation designating June 2, 2023 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Approved minutes of the May 8, 2023 regular meeting

MBS International Airport Commission

The commission will consider awarding a bid for the Runway 14/32 rehabilitation project and a resolution for the 2023 Airport Improvement Program grant. They will also elect officers and set the meeting schedule.

• Runway 14/32 Rehabilitation Bid Award
• 2023 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant Resolution
• Election of Officers
• FAR Part 139 Inspection
• IFE Agreement – OHM

The Commission approved a bid from Pyramid Paving for the rehabilitation of runway 14/32 and associated electrical systems. The board also approved a grant resolution for federal funding and elected new officers.

• Approved $5,727,732.00 bid from Pyramid Paving for Runway 14/32 rehabilitation
• Approved 2023 AIP grant resolution for runway and wind cone projects
• Approved IFE agreement with OHM Advisors
• Elected Steve Arnosky as Chairman, Vaughn Begick as Vice Chairman, and Tom Miller, Jr. as Secretary
• Approved 2023/2024 meeting schedule
• Approved April 2023 warrants and cash & investment summary
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting

Library Board

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Board will review the finalization of 2023 Strategic Plan Goals. The meeting includes a presentation by the Teen Advisory Board and updates regarding the building and director's report.

• Teen Advisory Board presentation
• Finalization of 2023 Strategic Plan Goals
• Formation of subcommittee for Annual Report to Council

The Board approved four strategic goals for the 2023/2024 fiscal year regarding member attendance, volunteering, and continuing education. The Board also accepted the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting.

• Accepted January 18, 2023 minutes
• Approved goal for board members to attend 4 library events in 2023/2024
• Approved goal for board members to volunteer at 4 library events in 2023/2024
• Approved board member participation in an orientation or refresher program
• Approved goal for board members to attend a formal continuing education event

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its May 16, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: June 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing the proposed 2023-2/4 budget and considering an extension for The Commons social district. The board is also reviewing updates on the Riverfront Redevelopment Plan and potential funding for Buttles Corridor improvements.

• Review of proposed 2023-24 DDA Budget
• Riverfront Redevelopment Plan draft proposal with a project budget exceeding $14 million
• Potential $4,535,000 Buttles Corridor improvement project including utility burying and pedestrian pathways
• $33,000 contract for McKenna Associates to conduct a Long Range Strategic Plan
• Approval of various incubator lease subsidies and facade matching grants

The Board unanimously approved the 2023-24 proposed budget and the expansion of the Downtown Midland Commons Area. The Board also authorized further study of a temporary restroom location on McDonald Street. A resolution supporting the restoration of two-way traffic on Ashman and Rodd Streets was tabled.

• Approved 2023-24 Proposed Budget (unanimous)
• Approved expansion of Downtown Midland Commons Area to Cronkright Street and addition of Brinstar Beercade (unanimous)
• Approved continued staff study of temporary restroom location on McDonald Street between Main and Larkin Street (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution supporting two-way traffic restoration on Ashman and Rodd Streets

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission's May 9, 2023 meeting was cancelled because there was no business to come before the commission. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: May 23, 2023, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2023-24 budget, a zoning petition to rezone property at 3903 Letts Street to RD Mobile Home Park, and amendments to the police and forestry budgets. The council will also consider second reading of the garbage ordinance, first reading of a landfill fee ordinance, and several resolutions including a PILOT for a 50-unit affordable housing development.

• Public hearing on 2023-24 proposed budget
• Zoning Petition No. 650 to rezone 3903 Letts Street to RD Mobile Home Park
• Amend FY 2022/23 Police Department budget for federal grant funding
• Second reading of Chapter 10 Garbage, Refuse and Litter Ordinance
• Refer PILOT for Andy's Place, 50-unit affordable housing development

City Council rezoned a portion of 3903 Letts Street to Residential D Mobile Home Park. The council also approved budget amendments for the police and forestry departments and issued several community proclamations.

• Approved rezoning of 3903 Letts Street to RD Mobile Home Park (Ordinance No. 1883)
• Approved $41,925.21 increase to Police Department General Fund budget for in-car computers
• Approved $20,000 increase to Forestry Department budget to restore a DNR Grant
• Adopted proclamation for Mu Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Kappa Sorority, Inc. 45-Year Anniversary
• Adopted proclamation designating May 7-13, 2023 as Public Service Recognition Week
• Adopted proclamation designating May 21-27, 2023 as National Public Works Week
• Approved minutes of the April 24, 2023 regular meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a conceptual design for redeveloping the riverfront along the Farmers Market leg of the Tridge and consider a motion of support. They will also consider accepting a $10,000 grant from the Midland Area Community Foundation for a personal lift in a Miracle Field restroom. Updates will be provided on Plymouth Pool repairs, project reports for Poseyville Riverfront Restoration, Stratford canoe/kayak launch, Grove Park restroom, and Upper Emerson riverfront, as well as recreation programming.

• Reimagine the Riverfront design proposal from PMBlough, Inc. for the Farmers Market leg of the Tridge
• $10,000 grant from Midland Area Community Foundation for a personal lift at Miracle Field restroom
• Plymouth Pool not selected for state funding; City Council allocated funds in FY2023/24 budget for repairs
• Project updates on Poseyville Riverfront Restoration, Stratford canoe/kayak launch, Grove Park restroom, and Upper Emerson riverfront
• mParks Recreation Leadership award received by Marcie Post

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 6-0 to support a conceptual design for the Reimagine the Riverfront project, which includes upgrades to the Farmers Market, spray park, Rail Trail, and canoe/kayak launch. The plan, developed with stakeholder and public input, now moves to City Council for consideration; no funding is yet in place. The Commission also received updates on a $10,000 grant for a personal lift at the Miracle Field restroom, Plymouth Pool repairs after a failed state grant, and several ongoing park projects.

• Approved motion of support for Reimagine the Riverfront conceptual design (6-0)
• Received minutes of February 7, 2023 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

West Main Street Historic District Commission

The quarterly meeting of the West Main Street Historic District Commission scheduled for April 26, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of business to conduct. The cancellation notice was issued by the Director of Planning & Community Development.

Planning Commission

The commission received a presentation on pattern book housing and a report on zoning stress tests. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023/24 City-wide Budget and consider a first reading of a garbage ordinance amendment. Several consent agenda items include contracts for sidewalk improvements, parking lot sealing, and road salt purchases.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023/24 City-wide Budget
• First reading of Chapter 10 Garbage, Refuse and Litter Ordinance Amendment
• FY23 Annual Sidewalk Improvement Program contract award
• Increase purchase order for road salt
• Set public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 83 at 7101 W. Wackerly Street

City Council adopted amendments to the 2022/23 budgets and financial working plans. The council also approved contracts for sidewalk improvements, parking lot sealcoating, and road salt. A first reading of an amendment to the Garbage, Refuse, and Litter Ordinance was conducted.

• Approved amended 2022/23 budgets and financial working plans (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $160,944 contract with J&N Concrete, Inc. for FY 2023 Annual Sidewalk Improvement Program (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved contract not to exceed $122,240 with Wolverine Sealcoating LLC for parking lot and rail trail sealcoating (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $69,000 budget transfer from General Fund Reserve for Contingencies to Fire Department for engine equipment (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved $37,794 increase to purchase order with Detroit Salt Company for 600 additional tons of backup salt (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved proclamation designating April 28, 2023, as Worker’s Memorial Day (Motion ADOPTED)
• Gave first reading to Garbage, Refuse, and Litter Ordinance amendment; second reading scheduled for May 8, 2023 (Motion ADOPTED)
• Approved minutes from April 10 and April 17, 2023 meetings (Motion ADOPTED)

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission is meeting to review regular reports, discuss a marketing agreement with Central Michigan University, and receive a marketing committee update. The agenda also includes public comment and standard administrative items.

• Review of March 2023 warrant registers and cash & investment summary
• Discussion of CMU marketing agreement
• Marketing committee update
• Public comment period

The Commission approved a multi-year advertising partnership with Central Michigan University Sports Properties to promote the airport in the Mount Pleasant region. The board also approved the March 2023 warrants and investment summary.

• Approved advertising agreement with CMU Sports Properties for $10,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 Warrant Registers and Cash & Investment Summary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority Board will discuss the Ashman/Rodd two-way restoration community conversations, review the 2023 Strategic Plan, and address a board vacancy. They will also consider a $2,500 façade grant for a mural at UpBeat Music Academy.

• Discussion of Ashman/Rodd two-way restoration community conversations
• Review of 2023 Strategic Plan
• Update on CCA Board vacancy
• UpBeat Music Academy façade grant request for $2,500
• Committee reports from Governance and Physical Improvements

The board approved the 2023 Plan of Work and a $2,500 matching grant for a mural at UpBeat Music Academy. The board also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting.

• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Plan of Work
• Approved $2,500 matching grant for mural at 109 E. Ashman Street (UpBeat Music Academy)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its April 18, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before it. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: May 16, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Midland City Council for a budget work session to review the City of Midland budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is solely procedural for discussion.

• Budget work session to review the City of Midland budget

City Manager Brad Kaye and Assistant City Manager David Keenan presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The council discussed the proposal, but no formal decisions were made. A public hearing is scheduled for April 24, 2023.

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The April 12, 2023 meeting of the Midland City Cable Access Advisory Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Midland City Hall, Council Chambers, 333 W. Ellsworth Street. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting: June 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Midland City Hall, Council Chambers, 333 W. Ellsworth Street

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Jack Barstow Aviation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive an update on the environmental assessment and its next steps, along with monthly activity and maintenance reports. The agenda also includes approval of the November 8 meeting minutes and public comment. The meeting is a regular business session with no major decisions listed.

• Environmental Assessment Update & Next Steps (Stephanie Ward)
• Monthly Activity Report and Airport Maintenance Status Report (Sarah Pagano)
• Approval of November 8 Meeting Minutes
• Public Comment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a facility addition and recommended the approval of a conditional use permit for a new single-family home. Both items passed with unanimous votes.

• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit No. 83 for a single family dwelling at 7101 W. Wackerly Street (8-0)
• Approved Site Plan No. 422 for a 62,500 square foot addition to Zaerus Performance Fluids at 2825 Schuette Road (8-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2023 special meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2023 regular meeting (8-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will introduce the City Manager's proposed 2023-24 city-wide budget and hold public hearings on a street vacation, a conditional use permit for transitional housing, and two rezoning petitions. The council will also consider several consent agenda items including water main and street reconstruction contracts, a grant for a universal bathroom design project, and setting a public hearing for a budget amendment.

• Introduction of the City Manager's proposed 2023-24 city-wide budget
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 82 for transitional housing at 1610 W. Carpenter Street
• Public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 649 to rezone portions of 3903 Letts Street and 7400 Perrine Road
• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment No. 165 to add social service agencies as a permitted use in Industrial A zoning
• Consent agenda includes contracts for 2023 Michigan St. and Helen St. Water Main, Ashman St. Reconstruction, and multiple street reconstructions

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including roadway reconstruction and water main installations. The council also approved zoning changes, a conditional use permit for transitional housing, and a grant for a universal bathroom at Miracle Field.

• Approved $1,384,790 contract for Ashman St. reconstruction (Contract No. 06)
• Approved $709,775 contract for Tennessee, Kentucky & Hines St. reconstruction (Contract No. 07)
• Approved $458,932 contract for Canterbury Dr. & Dina St. reconstruction (Contract No. 08)
• Approved $302,904 contract for Michigan St. and Helen St. water main installation (Contract No. 04)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 82 for transitional housing at 1610 W. Carpenter Street
• Approved Zoning Petition No. 649 to provide RA-4 residential zoning
• Approved $182,391 for flooring replacement at Washington Woods
• Accepted $10,000 grant from Midland Area Community Foundation for Miracle Field bathroom

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission will review and recommend the 2023-24 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget to City Council, totaling $376,327 in revenue and expenditures. The commission will also continue goal-setting discussions, including next steps and feedback on the Midland City Modern plan. The agenda includes approval of the March 6, 2023 minutes and planning for the next meeting on June 5, 2023.

• Proposed 2023-24 CDBG budget: $376,327 total, including $204,928 HUD entitlement, $15,000 program income, and $156,399 carryover
• Habitat for Humanity property acquisition: $60,000
• Home To Stay accessibility modifications and home repair: $12,000 each
• Washington Woods hood replacement: $75,000; Cleveland Manor walk-in showers: $20,000
• Central Park accessibility project carryover: $156,399; CDBG-DDR allocation of $5,476,035 unchanged

The Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve the 2023-2024 CDBG budget amendment. Members also discussed goal setting outcomes and metrics, with staff tasked to prepare a summary.

• Approved March 6, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2023-2024 CDBG budget amendment (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Midland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance petitions: one from WD Partners for Walmart to increase signage at 910 Joe Mann Boulevard, and one from Gary and Abbie McGuire to allow fencing on a vacant lot at 510 Shirewood. The board will also discuss the Midland City Modern plan. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Petition 23-01: Walmart seeks variance to increase signage to 548.1 sq. ft. across 19 signs at 910 Joe Mann Blvd (RC zoning allows 150 sq. ft.).
• Petition 23-02: McGuire requests use variance to install 4-ft fence on vacant lot at 510 Shirewood (fences not permitted on vacant lots in RA-1).
• New Business: Discussion of Midland City Modern.
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 regular meeting.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for a fence on a vacant residential lot. A request for a signage area variance at Walmart was denied. The board also approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Petition No. 23-02 for fencing on a vacant lot at 510 Shirewood (4-0)
• Denied Petition No. 23-01 for Walmart signage area variance (3-1)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Sajbel as meeting chair (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a 12-unit residential development at 4908/4912 Universal Drive, a rezoning request for a mobile home park at 3903 Letts Street, and a 62,500 sq ft industrial addition at 2825 Schuette Road. They will also revisit a previously discussed 52-unit apartment project at 221 E. Patrick. The agenda includes standard procedural items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Site Plan No. 421: 6 two-family dwellings (12 units) at 4908/4912 Universal Drive by PKP Properties
• Zoning Petition No. 650: Rezone portion of 3903 Letts Street to RD Mobile Home Park by Alpine Village MHC
• Site Plan No. 422: 62,500 sq ft addition to Xaerus Performance Fluids at 2825 Schuette Road
• Site Plan No. 420: 52-unit multiple family development at 221 E. Patrick (old business)
• Public comments on fencing and screening for Lincoln Park Residences

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a rezoning petition for a mobile home park. The commission also approved one site plan and deferred others to a future agenda.

• Recommended City Council approve Zoning Petition No. 650 to rezone 3903 Letts Street to RD Mobile Home Park (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan No. 420 (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review public feedback on draft goals for the City Modern Master Plan. Feedback was gathered from an open house and two surveys, with 771 total participants. The Commission will discuss the results and then begin refining priority goals into a framework for the draft plan.

• Review of survey results from 771 participants on master plan goals
• Top priorities include downtown vitality, walkable neighborhoods, and infrastructure for walking and biking
• Discussion of goals such as transforming Midland Mall into a walkable mixed-use center
• Consideration of zoning changes to encourage adaptation of existing buildings
• Next steps include additional public engagement through April 15

The commission held a special meeting to discuss input from open houses and recent master plan surveys. No formal actions or votes were taken during the session.

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several budget amendments and purchases, including adding a restroom at Grove Park, buying two electric transit vans for Dial-A-Ride, acquiring landfill property, and amending the CDBG budget. They will also hold a second reading to adopt a sewer ordinance amendment that raises rates and adds a footing drain disconnection opt-out charge. Other items include appointing a new city attorney and setting public hearings for rezoning and zoning text amendments.

• Second reading and adoption of sewer ordinance amendment with rate increases and $96.38/month opt-out charge for footing drain non-compliance
• Purchase of two electric transit vans for Dial-A-Ride (4/5 vote required)
• Landfill property acquisition and budget amendments
• Appointment of Christopher G. Komara as City Attorney
• Set public hearing to rezone 3903 Letts Street and 7400 Perrine Road

City Council adopted a new sewer fee schedule and authorized the purchase of property adjacent to the landfill for $825,000. The council also approved several budget amendments for park restrooms, transit vans, and community grants. Additionally, a new City Attorney was appointed effective October 16, 2023.

• Approved $825,000 purchase of property adjacent to the Landfill
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1880 updating sewer service charges
• Approved $475,000 budget amendment for Grove Park restroom construction
• Authorized $206,118 purchase of two electric transit vans from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc.
• Appointed Christopher G. Komara as City Attorney effective Oct. 16, 2023
• Approved 5-year curbside recycling contract with GFL Environmental
• Approved $168,445 contract with WTA Architects for Plymouth Pool design services
• Approved $161,252.94 purchase of a de-escalation simulator from VirTra, Inc.

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission is meeting to consider several operational items, including a lease amendment with AvFlight, a one-year extension of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and a grant application for the 2023 Michigan Air Service Capital Project. They will also review February financial reports and discuss a PFAS work order with RS&H.

• AvFlight Lease Amendment
• MBS CBA 1-Year Extension
• 2023 Michigan Air Service Capital Project Grant
• RS&H PFAS Work Order
• February 2023 Warrant Registers and Cash & Investment Summary

The Commission approved a lease amendment for AvFlight and a one-year extension of the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 214. The board also authorized a $350,000 work order for PFAS testing and accepted a $5,000 state grant for security cameras.

• Approved AvFlight lease amendment (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year extension of 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 214 including 5% wage increase (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for $5,000 Michigan Air Service grant for CCTV replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 RS&H work order for PFAS testing via EGLE grant (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 warrants and cash & investment summary (unanimous)
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescinded vote to move April 20 meeting to April 17; meeting remains April 20 (unanimous)

Library Board

The board is reviewing its 2023 Strategic Plan goals. Discussions include mechanical system completions, shelving replacements for youth services, and fire alarm system servicing.

• Presentation on Library Collections by Monica Anderson
• Building update regarding HVAC software configuration and shelving replacement
• Review of 2023 Strategic Plan goals

The Board accepted the minutes from October 19, 2022. Members discussed maintaining two strategic goals for 2023 regarding library hours and membership outreach, though further discussion is planned for future meetings.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes
• Discussed keeping 2023 strategic goals for reviewing library hours and targeting non-cardholders

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting on March 15, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall. The sole purpose is to participate in a special graduation session of the Citizens Academy. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting scheduled for Citizens Academy graduation session
• Meeting at Midland City Hall, 333 W. Ellsworth Street

City Council members participated in the final session and held a special graduation session for the 2023 Citizens Academy. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Held graduation session for 2023 Citizens Academy participants

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve a zoning petition for properties on Letts Street and Perrine Road, as well as a text amendment for social service agencies in Industrial A districts. A public hearing was held for a multi-family dwelling site plan at 221 E. Patrick, but no vote was recorded.

• Recommended City Council approve Zoning Petition No. 649 for 3903 Letts Street and 7400 Perrine Road (8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 165 to allow social service agencies in Industrial A zoning (8-0)
• Approved minutes of February 28 special meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of February 28 regular meeting (8-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a Detail Plan for an assisted living and memory care facility at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road. The council will also take a second reading and vote on a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II, a 49-unit affordable workforce housing development. Additionally, the council will consider approving a contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras, in-car cameras, and TASER 10 weapons for the police department, and will review the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing and approval of Detail Plan for PUD No. 19 (assisted living/memory care at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road)
• Second reading and adoption of PILOT ordinance for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II (49-unit affordable housing)
• Approve Axon Enterprise contract for body-worn cameras, in-car cameras, TASER 10 weapons
• Approve 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Street vacation of E. Pine Street

City Council approved a detail plan for an assisted living facility and a five-year contract for police body cameras and TASERs. The council also adopted the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and approved a tax exemption for the Lincoln Park Residences Phase II low-income housing project.

• Approved Detail Plan for PUD No. 19 assisted living facility at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1878 providing property tax exemption for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II
• Approved 5-year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police equipment not to exceed $618,554.55
• Approved $63,588.16 budget transfer from City Manager's Contingency Fund to Police Department
• Adopted the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approved $500,000 contract extension for Poseyville Park Riverfront Restoration Phase II
• Approved $47,514.00 purchase for Chemical Feed Motor Control Center from Medler Electric
• Approved 3-year contract with Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc. for July 4 fireworks

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting to enter a closed session to review an attorney-client communication exempt from disclosure, concerning employment negotiations. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Section 8H of Public Act 267 of 1976
• Review of attorney-client communication
• Employment negotiations discussion

The City Council convened for a special meeting and voted to enter a closed session to consider material exempt from disclosure. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session (5-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting on March 8, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Currie Golf Course Clubhouse. The purpose is to participate in a special session of the Citizens Academy called Coffee with Council. The agenda contains no formal decisions or discussions; it is a procedural notice for an informal gathering.

• Special meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Currie Golf Course Clubhouse, 1300 Currie Parkway, Midland, MI
• Purpose: participation in Citizens Academy 'Coffee with Council' session

The City Council held a special meeting to conduct a discussion with participants of the 2023 Citizens Academy. No other business was conducted and no formal votes were taken.

Downtown Development Authority

The DDA board will consider accepting a draft riverfront redevelopment plan for the north side of the Tittabawassee River from M-20 Bridge to Poseyville Bridge, and will vote on supporting $4,535,000 in enhancements for the Buttles Corridor Improvement Project, including burying utilities and adding decorative lighting. Staff will also present a recommendation to hire McKenna Associates for strategic planning at a cost of $33,000.

• Action item: Accept draft riverfront redevelopment plan and refer to Parks Commission and City Council
• Action item: Support $4,535,000 in Buttles Corridor upgrades (bury utilities, 10-foot path, decorative lights and mast arms)
• Recommendation to approve $33,000 contract with McKenna Associates for long-range strategic planning
• Project updates on Ashman-Rodd Two-Way Conversion community conversation and Buttles Corridor Improvement Plan
• Facade improvement grants for Three Bridges Incubator, Bookmarks Incubator, Pizza Sam’s, and Aster

The DDA Board approved a draft riverfront redevelopment plan and supported the inclusion of $4,535,000 in enhancements for the Buttles Corridor. The board also contracted McKenna Associates for a long-range strategic plan and approved several small business incubator and façade grants.

• Accepted riverfront redevelopment plan and referred it to City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission (Unanimous)
• Supported $4,535,000 in Buttles Corridor improvements including buried utilities and pedestrian pathways (Unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 proposal from McKenna Associates for Long Range Strategic Planning (Unanimous)
• Approved lease subsidy for Three Bridges at 240 E. Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved lease subsidy for Bookmarks at 126 Townsend Street (Unanimous)
• Approved façade matching grant up to $5,000 for Three Bridges at 240 E. Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved façade matching grant up to $277.38 for Bookmarks at 126 Townsend Street (Unanimous)
• Approved façade matching grant up to $5,000 and loan up to $3,224.50 for Pizza Sam’s at 102 W. Main Street (Unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Midland City Housing Commission will hear presentations from five organizations seeking Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for 2023-24, then prioritize the requests to draft a budget. The commission will also review senior housing reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods, and continue goal-setting discussions for the next 24-36 months.

• CDBG funding requests total $297,120 against $219,928 available, including $120,000 for Habitat for Humanity vacant property purchase and $90,000 for Washington Woods kitchen hood replacement
• Riverside Place reports 95% occupancy with 8 vacant apartments and a wait list of 129 market and 44 non-market applicants
• Washington Woods received a $10,000 Currie Foundation grant for painting and is awaiting bids for a carpet replacement project
• Commission to discuss four priority areas: developer incentives, partner collaboration, zoning changes, and housing speakers
• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 special meeting

The Commission reviewed quarterly reports for Riverside Place and Washington Woods. Members identified general funding priorities for 2023-2024 CDBG sub-recipients to be recommended to City Council at a future meeting. Goal setting was postponed.

• Approved February 6, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Postponed goal setting to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and may make a recommendation to City Council. The plan, if fully implemented, would invest $59,039,105 in 2023-2024 and $222,560,405 over six years. It expands the CIP to include all city capital assets, with new thresholds of $15,000 for capital purchases and $50,000 for infrastructure assets. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, with possible recommendation to City Council
• CIP totals $59,039,105 for 2023-2024 and $222,560,405 over six years
• Expanded CIP scope to include all city capital assets, including airport, parks, police, and senior housing
• Revised capital thresholds: $15,000 per capital purchase, $50,000 for infrastructure assets
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023 special and regular meetings

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. Following the hearing, the commission voted to recommend that City Council adopt the plan.

• Recommended City Council adopt the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 14, 2023 special meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 14, 2023 regular meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review a draft Future Land Use Map and category descriptions for the City Modern Master Plan. Staff will present the proposed designations, and the commission will provide feedback. The map and categories aim to align with public input and the commission's goals, and they will guide future zoning and development decisions.

• Review of draft Future Land Use Map and category descriptions
• Proposed reconfiguration of land use categories (e.g., Low/Medium/High Density Residential to Neighborhood Residential)
• Future Land Use categories include Neighborhood Residential (18,491 acres), Light Industrial (5,479 acres), Heavy Industrial (5,892 acres)
• Plan covers City limits and Midland Urban Growth Area (MUGA)
• Goals include walkable neighborhoods, diverse housing, and industrial expansion

The commission held a special meeting to discuss updated Future Land Use designations and mapping for the City Modern Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for February 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in Midland City Hall has been cancelled due to inclement weather. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular City Council meeting cancelled due to inclement weather

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 21, 2023 has been cancelled because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting is set for March 22, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: March 22, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving January minutes and financial reports. The main action item is a resolution related to an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) grant, along with updates from personnel and marketing committees.

• ARFF Grant Resolution
• January 2023 Warrant Registers
• January 2023 Cash & Investment Summary
• Minutes of January 19, 2023 regular meeting

The Commission approved a resolution to receive a 50/50 split state/local grant for annual live fire training. The board also approved January 2023 warrants and the previous meeting's minutes. A date change for the April meeting was approved.

• Approved minutes from January 19, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 Warrant Registers and Cash and Investment Summary (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for 2023 State/Local ARFF training grant (unanimous)
• Approved changing April 20, 2023 meeting date to April 17, 2023 at 1:30 pm (6-2)

Center City Authority Board

The Center City Authority Board's regular meeting scheduled for February 15, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Midland City Hall Council Chambers has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no business items.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a zoning audit as part of the Midland City Modern master plan process. The audit will review the current zoning ordinance, adopted in 2005, to align it with the new master plan and contemporary best practices. The commission will also consider a 'stress test' of current regulations to identify barriers to desired development outcomes.

• Zoning audit of the 2005 zoning ordinance
• Discussion of zoning reform toolkit to expand housing choice and supply
• Stress test of current zoning regulations
• Review of Enabling Better Places guide for zoning reform

The commission held a special meeting to discuss the zoning audit related to the City Modern Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider Conditional Use Permit No. 82, requested by Midland's Open Door to operate a transitional housing facility for homeless women and children at 1610 W. Carpenter St. The commission will also review the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2022 Annual Report. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 24, 2023.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 82 for transitional housing at 1610 W. Carpenter St. (32 beds, 36 emergency capacity)
• Public hearing on the permit, with possible decision
• Review of 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of Annual Report 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 24, 2023 special and regular meetings

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a conditional use permit for transitional housing at 1610 W. Carpenter St. The commission also adopted the 2022 Annual Report. A 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan was presented for overview.

• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit No. 82 for transitional housing at 1610 W. Carpenter St. with three contingencies (8-0)
• Adopted the Annual Report 2022 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2023 special meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2023 regular meeting (8-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold public hearings on a Planned Unit Development for an assisted living and memory care facility, a conditional use permit for a drive-through coffee shop, and an updated Community Development Block Grant plan. They will also consider a second reading of a recreation fee ordinance and introduce a PILOT ordinance for an affordable housing development. Several budget amendments and contracts are on the consent agenda.

• PUD No. 19 for assisted living/memory care at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road
• Conditional Use Permit No. 80 for drive-through coffee shop at 3715 N. Saginaw Road
• PILOT ordinance for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II (49-unit workforce housing)
• Tentative Preliminary Plat for Westside Subdivision (65 lots) at 6000 Stark Road
• Recreation Fee Ordinance second reading

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including roadway reconstruction and construction inspection services. The council also updated recreation fees and approved a conditional use permit for a drive-through coffee shop. A proposal for the Westside Subdivision preliminary plat was denied.

• Approved $866,627.50 contract to Pyramid Paving Company for Patrick Road Reconstruction
• Approved $720,000 contract for OHM Advisors for 2023 construction inspection services
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 80 for a drive-through coffee shop at 3715 and 3719 N. Saginaw Road (4-1)
• Denied Tentative Preliminary Plat of Westside Subdivision at 6000 Stark Road (2-3)
• Approved $142,490 purchase of a replacement Dial-A-Ride bus from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc.
• Approved $38,262.80 purchase of two traffic signal controller cabinets from Carrier & Gable, Inc.
• Approved $76,150 contract with Town & Country Group for Poseyville pedestrian walkway design
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1877 amending general recreation fees

Cable Access Advisory Commission

The Cable Access Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss the Cable Communications Fund's year-to-date finances, federal and state legislation affecting community media funding, and to address a vacant seat and set 2023 goals. The agenda includes routine approvals and updates from the MCTV manager.

• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Cable Communications Fund fiscal YTD 2022/23
• Review of Protecting Community Television Act (HR 6219/S 3361)
• Discussion of Massachusetts HD 215 and New York S2581 media funding bills
• CAAC vacant seat for MCTV Access User

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Midland Parks and Recreation Commission will consider supporting a $475,000 donation from the Midland Noon Rotary Club for a fully accessible Changing Places restroom at Grove Park, and hear a proposal from the Central Michigan Mountain Biking Association to build a mountain biking flow trail at City Forest. The commission will also review designs for the Miracle Field play area and shade sails, and receive updates on the Currie Stadium demolition and Poseyville Riverfront Restoration. The meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Midland City Hall.

• Grove Park Changing Places restroom donation: $475,000 from Midland Noon Rotary Club
• City Forest Mountain Biking Flow Trail proposal by CMMBA
• Miracle Field play area and shade sail design review
• Currie Stadium demolition update
• Poseyville Riverfront Restoration update

The Commission approved recommendations for a mountain biking flow trail at City Forest and the acceptance of a $475,000 donation for accessible restrooms at Grove Park. It also expressed support for a new play area and shade sails at the Miracle Field Complex. All three items now move toward City Council for final approval or acceptance.

• Approved support for CMMBA to design and estimate costs for City Forest mountain biking flow trail (7-0)
• Recommended City Council accept $475,000 donation from Midland Noon Rotary Club for Grove Park Changing Places restrooms (7-0)
• Approved support for Miracle Field play area and shade sail design (7-0)
• Approved minutes from December 6, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Aviation Advisory Commission

The Aviation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for February 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on April 11, 2023. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 11, 2023

Housing Commission

The Commission recommended that City Council approve a tax incentive for affordable housing and a budget amendment for housing rehabilitation. It also recommended the approval of an updated CDBG Citizen Participation Plan.

• Recommended City Council approve 9 percent, 20-year PILOT for Lincoln Park Residences Phase II at 221 E. Patrick Road (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve CDBG budget amendment to shift $15,000 from Affordable Housing to Housing Rehabilitation (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve CDBG Citizen Participation Plan (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 5, 2022 (4-0)

West Main Street Historic District Commission

The West Main Street Historic District Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests for exterior alterations at 605 and 614 West Main Street. The commission will also discuss 'Midland City Modern' under new business. The meeting is scheduled for January 25, 2023, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• 605 West Main Street: add a window to a detached accessory structure
• 614 West Main Street: install gutters, skylight, replace fascia/soffit, change trim color, modify porch railing
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Discussion of 'Midland City Modern'

The West Main Street Historic District Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications. The board also approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window addition at 605 West Main Street (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for gutters, skylight, fascia, soffit, trim color, and porch railing at 614 West Main Street (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider conditional approval of the tentative preliminary plat for Westside Subdivision, a 65-lot mixed-use development at 6000 Stark Road. The commission will also hear a presentation on the Sustainability and Resiliency Plan and discuss the vacation of E. Pine Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes and other routine items.

• Tentative preliminary plat for Westside Subdivision (65 lots, mixed-use) at 6000 Stark Road
• Public hearing on the Westside Subdivision plat
• Sustainability and Resiliency Plan presentation by Smith Group
• Vacation of E. Pine Street
• 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (future agenda item)

The Planning Commission recommended the conditional approval of a 65-lot mixed-use subdivision and the vacation of E Pine Street. Both recommendations were sent to the City Council for final approval.

• Recommended conditional approval of Westside Subdivision Tentative Preliminary Plat (8-0)
• Recommended vacation of E Pine Street subject to seven contingencies (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 10, 2023 meeting (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Midland City Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the City Modern Master Plan, specifically the Future Land Use Map and Future Transportation Map. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only.

• Review of Future Land Use Map
• Review of Future Transportation Map

The commission held a special meeting to discuss future land use and transportation maps for the City Modern Master Plan. No formal decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold public hearings and vote on amending the FY2022-23 budget to accept a $19,976 Dow Company Foundation grant for police patrol bicycles and helmets, and to increase Dial-A-Ride bus funding by $207,068 to cover higher costs, authorizing $569,960 in purchase orders for four replacement buses. The agenda also includes first reading of a recreation fee ordinance, bond issuance for footing drain disconnects, and several routine items like minutes approval and appointments.

• Amend police budget: $19,976 grant for 6 patrol bicycles, maintenance equipment, and 36 giveaway helmets
• Amend Dial-A-Ride budget by $207,068; authorize $284,980 purchase order for buses 13 and 15, and $284,980 for buses 16 and 17
• First reading of Recreation Fee Ordinance
• Authorize bonds for Footing Drain Disconnect Program
• Refer Lincoln Park Residences Phase 2 PILOT (49-unit workforce housing) to Housing Commission

City Council approved the issuance of up to $5.415 million in capital improvement bonds to fund a footing drain disconnection program. The council also approved the purchase of four replacement Dial-A-Ride buses and accepted $1.05 million in foundation gifts.

• Authorized issuance of up to $5,415,000 in 2023 Capital Improvement Bonds (Adopted)
• Approved soft cap of $7,500 and firm cap of $14,000 per home for footing drain disconnections (Adopted)
• Prequalified five plumbing companies for the Footing Drain Disconnection Program (Adopted)
• Approved purchase of four replacement Dial-A-Ride buses from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc. (Adopted)
• Amended FY2022/23 Dial-A-Ride Capital Budget to increase revenues and expenditures by $207,068 (Adopted)
• Accepted $1,000,000 gift from Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation for City Hall restoration (Adopted)
• Accepted $50,000 in gifts from the Mary C. Currie Foundation (Adopted)
• Approved annexation of 0.94 acres (PIN # 090-031-100-401-00) (Adopted)

MBS International Airport Commission

The MBS International Airport Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a design grant for SRE and a settlement involving United jet bridge. The agenda also includes routine matters like approving minutes, reviewing financial reports, and selecting an operations committee member.

• SRE Design Grant
• United Jet Bridge Settlement
• December 2022 Warrant Registers and Cash & Investment Summary
• Resolution of Appreciation for Tom Herek
• Operations Committee Selection

The Commission approved a property damage release for jet bridge repairs and authorized a grant resolution for a new snow removal equipment building. The board also approved the purchase of a zero-turn mower and accepted audit scope letters. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved property damage release from United/SkyWest for $47,497.12 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 AIG Resolution for Snow Removal Equipment building grant (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Ferris 2600 zero-turn mower from Gratiot Outdoor Equipment for $15,499.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Financial and PFC Audit Scope letters from Rehmann (Unanimous)
• Approved December 2022 warrants and cash/investment summary (Unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brenda Moore as Saginaw representative on the Operations Committee
• Approved Resolution of Appreciation for Tom Herek (Unanimous)

Library Board

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Board will hold a regular meeting on January 18, 2023, at 6:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. Key agenda items include a presentation from the Director of Planning & Community Development on the Midland City Modern plan, a review of 2022 strategic plan goals and setting new goals for 2023, and discussion of the annual report to the City Council. The board will also receive a building update and hear public comments on non-agenda library matters. The next meeting is scheduled for March 15, 2023, with a special meeting at the library at 5:00 PM followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 PM.

• Presentation on Midland City Modern by Director of Planning & Community Development Jacob Kain
• Review of 2022 strategic plan goals and setting new goals for 2023
• Annual report to City Council
• Building update from board member Andrus

The provided minutes for the October 19, 2022 meeting list agenda items but do not record any votes, approvals, or final decisions. The document consists of the meeting agenda and roll call.

Center City Authority Board

The Midland Center City Authority board will review its 2023 strategic plan and 2022 plan of work, and discuss filling a board vacancy. The agenda also includes committee reports and public comments. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review of 2023 Strategic Plan and 2022 Plan of Work
• Update on CCA Board vacancy (application deadline Jan 27)
• Committee reports from Governance and Physical Improvements
• Approval of November 16, 2022 minutes

The board approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed 2023 strategic goals for streetscape improvements, zoning, and marketing, and received updates on sidewalk and lighting construction on S. Saginaw Road.

• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its January 17, 2023 meeting because there is no business to come before the board. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street, Midland, Michigan.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: February 21, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 333 West Ellsworth Street

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will receive an update on the Midland City Modern master plan, a new comprehensive plan expected to be adopted in September 2023. The board will also hear project updates on the Reimagine the Riverfront, strategic planning, and the Ashman-Rodd two-way conversion. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and committee reports.

• Midland City Modern master plan update from Planning Director Jacob Kain
• Project updates: Reimagine the Riverfront, strategic planning, Ashman-Rodd two-way conversion
• Approval of DDA minutes from September 14, 2022 meeting
• Executive committee report on Riverfront Redevelopment, downtown restrooms, and Ashman/Rodd two-way conversion
• Discussion of $5,000 sponsorships for Catalyst Midland, Art Seen, Main Street Glow, and Midnight on Main

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 14, 2022 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of updates regarding city planning, riverfront design, strategic planning, and upcoming downtown events.

• Approved September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Midland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a tentative preliminary plat for a 65-lot mixed-use subdivision at 6000 Stark Road and a Planned Unit Development for an assisted living and memory care facility at 5217/5221 Bay City Road. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a drive-through coffee shop at 3715 N. Saginaw Road. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine items.

• Tentative Preliminary Plat for Westside Subdivision, 65 lots, 6000 Stark Road
• Planned Unit Development No. 19 for assisted living/memory care at 5217/5221 Bay City Road
• Conditional Use Permit No. 80 for drive-through coffee shop at 3715 N. Saginaw Road
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022 special and regular meetings

The Planning Commission recommended two projects to City Council for approval: an assisted living facility and a drive-through coffee shop. A decision on a 65-lot mixed-use subdivision was postponed.

• Recommended PUD No. 19 for assisted living and memory care facility at 5217 and 5221 Bay City Road to City Council (6-1)
• Recommended Conditional Use Permit No. 80 for drive-through coffee shop at 3715 N. Saginaw Road to City Council (6-0)
• Postponed decision on Westside Subdivision tentative preliminary plat at 6000 Stark Road to January 24, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved special meeting minutes from December 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from December 13, 2022 (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning petitions, a conditional use permit for a 50-unit development, a planned unit development, and a zoning text amendment. They will also consider budget amendments, street vacations, traffic orders, and contracts for road and water main projects.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 81 for a 50-unit multiple family development at 1510 Bayliss Street
• Planned Unit Development No. 21 for multiple-family development at 115 Eastlawn Drive
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 164 to establish development standards for Center City Overlay
• Zoning Petition No. 646 to rezone 2025 N. Jefferson Road to Residential B Multiple Family Residential
• Award of contracts for Hamilton Drive/Hancock Drive and Poseyville Road/St. Charles Street reconstruction and water main

The City Council approved several zoning petitions, including a new Center City Overlay District and multiple residential rezoning requests. The board also awarded two water and road reconstruction contracts totaling over $1.6M and accepted a $161,253 police grant.

• Approved $161,253 USDOJ grant for Police Department De-Escalation (Adopted)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 81 for 50-unit development at 1510 Bayliss Street (4-1)
• Approved Concept Plan for PUD No. 21 at 115 Eastlawn Drive (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1874 establishing Center City Overlay District standards (3-1)
• Awarded $1,007,799.80 contract to Crawford Contracting, Inc. for Hamilton and Hancock Dr. (Adopted)
• Awarded $612,843.00 contract to American Excavating, LTD. for Poseyville Rd. and St. Charles St. (Adopted)
• Approved $108,701.00 purchase of play equipment for Miracle Field (Adopted)
• Approved $173,595.00 for a Water Dept tandem axle dump truck and box (Adopted)

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers for a City Council Planning Retreat. The agenda contains no specific action items, only the retreat purpose.

• Special meeting scheduled for planning retreat

The City Council held a planning session to review operations and establish budget directives for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. These directives outline specific funding allocations from the General Fund for infrastructure and liabilities. No formal votes were recorded for these directives.

• Proposed maximum millage rate of 15.14 mills (no increase)
• Proposed $2.5 million General Fund contribution for Plymouth Pool repairs
• Proposed $1.5 million General Fund contribution for City Hall security and upgrades
• Proposed $500,000 General Fund contribution for Barstow Airport improvements
• Proposed $250,000 increase in General Fund fees paid to landfill budget
• Proposed $1 million additional General Fund contribution toward MERS unfunded liabilities
• Proposed increase of General Fund unreserved fund balance by $500,000 to $7 million

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting on January 6, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. The sole purpose is to interview a candidate for the City Attorney position. No other business is on the agenda.

• Special meeting scheduled for January 6, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.
• Interview with a candidate for City Attorney
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, Midland City Hall, 333 W. Ellsworth Street

City Council interviewed Chris Komara for the position of City Attorney. The Council voted to authorize the negotiation of an agreement with Mr. Komara, with Mayor Donker serving as the liaison.

• Authorized negotiation of an agreement with Chris Komara for City Attorney (Adopted)