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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to review wastewater funds and engineering agreements
The City Commission will consider several grant applications and professional service agreements. The meeting includes discussions on wastewater collection improvements and a work order for the DWSRF LSLR Project.
- Wastewater Collection Improvements Request for Disbursement of Funds #5
- Professional Services Agreement and Work Order with Coleman Engineering for DWSRF LSLR Project
- Michigan Arts & Culture Council (MACC) Grant Application
- MML Foundation Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrant
- Special Event Application for Iverson's Old Fashioned Christmas Shuttle
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
October 26, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4. DDA Special Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2026
5. City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 12, 2026
6. Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC - 2026 GSB-88 Invoice
7. 906 Collision LLC - Invoice 357 - Public Safety Cruiser 60
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
8. Wastewater Collection Improvements Request for Disbursement of Funds #5
9. Professional Services Agreement and Work Order with Coleman Engineering for
DWSRF LSLR Project
10. Letter of Intent to Office of Rural Prosperity
11. Michigan Arts & Culture Council (MACC) Grant Application
12. MML Foundation Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrant
13. Special Event Application - Iverson's Old Fashioned Christmas Shuttle
14. MERS Defined Contribution Addendum for IBEW 876 Union
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
CITY COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
15. Year-To-Date Financial and Investment Reports
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS REPORTS
CITY COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
CITY CLERK COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 15:00
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 13:00
City Commission
Gladstone Board of Review to meet regarding property tax exemptions
The Gladstone Board of Review will meet to discuss specific property tax matters. The board is reviewing qualified errors, poverty exemptions, and various property exemptions.
- Review of Qualified Errors and Poverty Exemptions
- Review of Previously Denied Current Year Eligible Development Property Exemptions
- Review of Qualified Agriculture Exemptions
- Review of Omission of a Qualified Forest Exemption
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GLADSTONE BOARD OF REVIEW
DECEMBER MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
December 15, 2026
1:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
NEW BUSINESS
2. Qualified Errors, Poverty Exemptions, Previously Denied Current Year Eligible
Development Property Exemptions, Qualified Agriculture Exemption and Omission of a
Qualified Forest Exemption.
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers for the hearing
impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the
meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or
services should contact the City of Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 10-16-2026
Kimberly Berry, MiPMC
906-428-2311
[email protected]
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue May 4, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue May 11, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue May 18, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon May 24, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Sep 7, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Sep 13, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Sep 14, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Sep 27, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Oct 5, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Oct 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Mon Oct 25, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Nov 2, 2027 · 17:15
Planning Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone
Mon Nov 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Tue Nov 9, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Corporation
10 N 11th St, Gladstone
Mon Nov 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Commission
1100 Delta Avenue, City of Gladstone
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
1100 Delta Ave, Gladstone
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
Gladstone DDA to review board applications and grant opportunities
The Downtown Development Authority will review applications for the DDA Board. The body will also discuss grant opportunities from the MML Foundation and the Michigan Arts & Culture Council.
- DDA Board Applications Review
- MML Foundation Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrant
- Michigan Arts & Culture Council Experience Support Grant
- Parking Lot Sign Exploration
- Facade Grant Program
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
October 20, 2026
8:15 AM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. DDA Special Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2026
FINANCIALS
3. Revenue & Expenditure Report
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
4. DDA Board Applications Review
5. MML Foundation Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrant
6. Michigan Arts & Culture Council Experience Support Grant
7. Parking Lot Sign Exploration
8. Rescheduling November Meeting
CITY COMMENTS & REPORTS
9. Election Information for November 3, 2026
10. Facade Grant Program
11. Harvest Festival on October 25, 2026
12. Software & Website Updates
13. Trick-or-Treating Hours
BOARD COMMENTS & REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 10-19-2026 | Patricia West, DDA Director | [email protected]
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT/ PUBLIC HEARINGS
(Excerpt from DDA By-Laws & Rules of Procedure)
G. Public Comment
1. During this portion …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider Planning Commission appointments and MSHDA funding
The City Commission will review appointments and reappointments for the Planning Commission. The body is also discussing a letter of intent for MSHDA CDBG funding and payments for city services.
- Appointment of Roger Aho and reappointments of John DeFiore and Jennifer Harding to the Planning Commission
- Letter of Intent for Round 5 of MSHDA CDBG Funding
- Payment of invoices for Compass Minerals (Fall Salt), Hawkins, Inc. (Water Treatment Chemicals), and Delta County (Records Management)
- CEDAM Contract and invoice payment
- Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted Projects 24 CFR Part 58
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
October 12, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4. City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes September 28, 2026
5. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of August 19, 2026
6. Payment of Bills
7. Compass Minerals - Invoice #1706039 - 2026 Fall Salt
8. Hawkins, Inc. Invoice #7575193 Water Treatment Chemicals
9. Delta County Invoice CORMN0003315 - Gladstone Portion Records Management
Services
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted
Projects 24 CFR Part 58
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
NEW BUSINESS
11. Planning Commission Appointment | Roger Aho
12. Planning Commission Reappointments | John DeFiore & Jennifer Harding
13. CEDAM Contract & Invoice Payment
14. Letter of Intent for Round 5 of MSHDA CDBG Funding
CITY COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
15. City Investing Update/History
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS REPORTS
CITY COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
16. Gladstone Housing Commission ESA Phase 1
CITY CLERK COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on sign ordinance amendments
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the sign ordinance. The body will also review site plans for two properties and consider the purchase of city-owned property.
- Ordinance No. 2026-636: Sign Ordinance Amendments public hearing
- Notice of interest to purchase city-owned property at portion of 144 4th Ave NE
- Site plan review for 201 Rains Dr (Parcel: 052-591-001-00)
- Site plan review for 400 3rd Ave N (Parcel: 052-621-005-60)
- Review of applications for Planning Commission vacancy
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GLADSTONE PLANNING
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
October 06, 2026
5:15 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTIONS OF:
1. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of August 19, 2026
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2. Election of Officers
3. Notice of Interest to Purchase City Owned Property | Portion of 144 4th Ave NE (052-
621-001-40)
4. Ordinance No. 2026-636 | Sign Ordinance Amendments – Introduction and Public
Hearing
5. Planning Commission Vacancy | Application Review
6. Reappointment of Planning Commissioners | John DeFiore & Jen Harding
7. Site Plan Review | Parcel: 052-591-001-00 (201 Rains Dr)
8. Site Plan Review | Parcel: 052-621-005-60 (400 3rd Ave N)
INFORMATION SHARING
9. 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report
10. Election Updates for November 3, 2026
11. Facade Grant Program Revisions
12. Host Site for CEDAM/AmeriCorp Opportunity
13. New Gladstone Businesses
14. Software & Website Updates
15. The Great Gladstone Harvest Festival
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Parks & Recreation Board to review pickleball agreement and volunteer programs
The Gladstone Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will conduct an annual review of the Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement. The board will also discuss the Bill Bullen Pier and the creation of a volunteer program and community beautification initiative.
- Annual review of Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement
- Discussion regarding Bill Bullen Pier
- Parks & Rec Volunteer Program safety/waiver requirements and draft form
- Community Volunteer & Beautification Initiative
- Update on the Five-Year Recreation Plan
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✓ Decided: Gladstone Parks Board reviewed pickleball agreement and volunteer plans
The Gladstone Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved changes to the September 8, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed the annual review of the Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement. The board also heard presentations on the Bill Bullen Fishing Pier, a volunteer program draft, and a community beautification initiative, while receiving updates on the five-year recreation plan.
- Approved minutes from the September 8, 2026 meeting with changes (Motion carried)
- Recommended adding liability insurance review and a September 30th bathroom closure date to the Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement
- Agreed to review the Community Volunteer and Beautification Initiative concept for the November 10, 2026 meeting agenda
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:49 PM (Motion carried)
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GLADSTONE PARKS &
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
City Hall Chambers - 1100 Delta Avenue
October 06, 2026
6:30 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes from 9.8.26 Meeting of the Recreation Advisory Board
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement Annual Review
NEW BUSINESS
3. Bill Bullen Pier - Carol Bullen Borden
4. Parks & Rec Volunteer Program - Volunteer opportunities, safety/waiver requirements,
and draft volunteer form.
5. Community Volunteer & Beautification Initiative - Explore connecting volunteers with
local beautification and service projects throughout the community, beyond the Parks
and Rec Department.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
6. Update on the Five-Year Recreation Plan
BOARD COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
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GLADSTONE PARKS &
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
City Hall Chambers - 1100 Delta Avenue
October 06, 2026
6:30 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The Recreation Advisory Board meeting of 10/06/2026 was called to order by Cathy Sjoquist at
6:30 PM.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Bob Bosk
Cathy Sjoquist
John DeFiore
Kristyn Madalinski
Roger Aho
ABSENT
Anne Pfotenhauer
Gary Stevenson
STAFF PRESENT
Wendy Taavola
Rob Spreitzer
Robert Brown
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes from 9.8.26 Meeting of the Recreation Advisory Board
Motion made to accept the minutes from the 9.8.26 meeting of the Recreation Advisory
Board with the following changes:
Under New Business:
Item 3, add, " The board recommends that a letter be sent by the administration to the
campground residents who attended the August 4th, 2026, meeting."
Item 4, add, "The board recommends a first draft be available on December 1, 2026, for
the board to review." Also add Kristyn Madalinski to the subcommittee.
Motion made by Madalinski, Seconded by Aho. MOTION CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement Annual Review
The board discussed the agreement and gave a recommendation that the department
look into the need for the city to have a copy of the Gladstone Area Pickleball liability
insurance. Robert Brown inquired about the city's responsibility in keeping the
bathrooms open and what is an acceptable date …
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Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 18:00
General
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider marina renovation bids and wastewater funding
The City Commission will review bid awards for Gladstone Marina Renovation Phase II and various wastewater system disbursements. The body is also considering a contract agreement with IBEW 876 and revisions to the Facade Grant Program.
- Gladstone Marina Renovation Phase II dockage bid award to Flotation Docking Systems, Inc. for $231,200
- Gladstone Marina Renovation Phase II electrical bid award to Master Electric Inc. for $97,495.00
- Change Order No. 2 and disbursement requests for Wastewater Collection System Improvements
- Contract agreement between the City of Gladstone and IBEW 876
- Reappointment of Mrs. Paula Waeghe to the Gladstone Housing Commission
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✓ Decided: Gladstone City Commission approves marina bids and wastewater project funds
The Gladstone City Commission approved consent items, a wastewater project change order and fund disbursements, marina renovation bids, union and retirement agreements, board appointments, and updated facade grant guidelines. The commission tabled a HUD environmental assessment to October 12, 2026, and added a letter of support for a county parks grant to the agenda.
- Approved consent agenda unanimously
- Tabled HUD environmental assessment determinations to October 12, 2026 (unanimous)
- Reappointed Paula Waeghe to Gladstone Housing Commission through Oct 1, 2031 (unanimous)
- Authorized clerk to appoint election inspectors for Nov 3, 2026 election (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 for Wastewater Collection System ($87,739.28 net increase) (unanimous)
- Approved Wastewater Collection System fund disbursement #4 ($330,015.97) (unanimous)
- Approved Wastewater Upgrades fund disbursement draw #39 ($46,650.00) (unanimous)
- Approved updated DDA Facade Grant Program Guidelines effective Oct 1, 2026 (unanimous)
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1.
Invocation
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4.
DDA Regular Meeting Minutes of August 18, 2026
5.
City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes September 14, 2026
6.
DDA Regular Meeting Minutes of September 15, 2026
7.
Chemtrade Chemicals - Invoice 90450776 - Wastewater
8.
2026 PK Contracting Invoice
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9.
Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted Projects
24 CFR Part 58
NEW BUSINESS
10. Gladstone Housing Commission Reappointment - Mrs. Paula Waeghe
11. Authorize City Clerk to Appoint Election Workers for November 3, 2026, State General Election
12. Change Order No. 2 for Wastewater Collection System Improvements.
13. Collection System Improvements Request for Disbursement of Funds #4.
14. Wastewater Upgrades Request for Disbursement of Funds Draw #39.
15. Facade Grant Program Revisions
16. Gladstone Marina Renovation – Phase II, MDNR Waterways Grant #WW25-0005 (Dockage) Bid
Award – Flotation Docking Systems, Inc. $231,200
17. Gladstone Marina Renovation – Phase II, MDNR Waterways Grant #WW25-0005 (Electrical)
Bid Award – Master Electric Inc., $97,495.00
18. Approve Contract Agreement City of Gladstone and IBEW 876
19. MERS Defined Contribution (DC) Adoption Agreement Add …
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
MINUTES
Mayor Thompson called the meeting to order, gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Clerk Berry called the roll:
PRESENT
Mayor Joe Thompson
Commissioner Judy Akkala
Mayor Pro-Tem Brad Mantela
Commissioner Steve O'Driscoll
Commissioner Whitney Maloney
No public comment.
Mayor Thompson added to the agenda under New Business #21 Request for Letter of Support
from the Delta County Parks and Recreation for their grant application to the Upper Peninsula
Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Fund for the Delta County Parks Purple Martin Conservation &
Education Project.
Motion made by Commissioner O'Driscoll, Seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela to approve the
consent agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Motion made by Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to table the
Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted Projects
24 CFR Part 58 to Monday, October 12, 2026 regular meeting as the attorney review has not
been received yet.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Motion made by Mayor Thompson, Seconded by Commissioner O'Driscoll to reappoint Mrs.
Paula Waeghe to the Gladstone Housing Commission with a term expiration of October 1, 2031.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Motion made by Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela, Seconded by Commissioner Akkala to authorize City
Clerk …
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
Gladstone DDA to discuss Depot design and snow removal contract
The Downtown Development Authority is holding a special meeting to review a design proposal for The Depot and a snow removal contract. The board will also review financials and minutes from the September 15 meeting.
- Dynamic Design Proposal for The Depot final design, bidding, and construction administration
- Snow removal contract with 3 Brothers Lawn & Snow
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SPECIAL MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
September 24, 2026
8:15 AM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes of September 15, 2026
FINANCIALS
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. Dynamic Design Proposal | The Depot Final Design, Bidding/Construction
Administration
NEW BUSINESS
4. Snow Removal Contract with 3 Brothers Lawn & Snow
CITY COMMENTS & REPORTS
BOARD COMMENTS & REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 09-23-2026 | Patricia West, DDA Director | [email protected]
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT/ PUBLIC HEARINGS
(Excerpt from DDA By-Laws & Rules of Procedure)
G. Public Comment
1. During this portion of the agenda, a member of the audience may address the DDA,
including items that were not scheduled on that agenda.
2. A member of the audience speaking during this portion of the agenda shall limit his/her
remarks to three minutes unless such time limit is e …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
DDA to review Dynamic Design proposal for The Depot
The Gladstone Downtown Development Authority will discuss the final design and construction administration for The Depot. The board will also review the 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report and provide updates on the Facade Grant Program.
- Dynamic Design Proposal for The Depot final design and bidding/construction administration
- 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report
- Facade Grant Program updates
- Election of Vicechair/Secretary Person
- Discussion of Downtown Day on September 26th
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✓ Decided: Gladstone DDA elected officers and requested proposal for The Depot project
The Gladstone Downtown Development Authority elected Daniel Becker as Vice-Chairperson/Secretary and approved requesting a time-and-materials proposal from Dynamic Design for The Depot final design, bidding, and construction administration. The board also reviewed financial reports, received updates on the 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report, facade grant revisions, and upcoming downtown events.
- Appointed Daniel Becker as Vice-Chairperson/Secretary (6-0)
- Approved August 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
- Requested time-and-materials proposal from Dynamic Design for The Depot design and construction administration (6-0)
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Electric Department Conference Room - 10 N 11th
St
September 15, 2026
8:15 AM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
2. Election of Vicechair/Secretary Person
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes of August 18, 2026
FINANCIALS
4. August Revenue & Expenditure Report
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
5. Dynamic Design Proposal | The Depot Final Design, Bidding/Construction
Administration
CITY COMMENTS & REPORTS
6. 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report
7. DDA Vacancies Reviewed in October
8. Downtown Day | Saturday, September 26th
9. Facade Grant Program Updates
10. Old-Fashioned Christmas Focus Group
11. Planning Commission Vacancy
12. Rocking For Bay Event
BOARD COMMENTS & REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 09-11-2026 | Patricia West, DDA Director | [email protected]
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT/ PUBLIC HEARINGS
(Excerpt from DDA By-Laws & Rules of Procedure)
G. Public Comment
1. D …
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Electric Department Conference Room - 10 N 11th St
September 15, 2026
8:15 AM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
DDA Chairperson, Kyle Closs, called the meeting to order at 8:20 AM ET.
1. Roll Call
PRESENT
ABSENT
Daniel Becker
Joe Thompson (Excused)
Jacob Taylor
Jason Lippens
Kyle Closs
Nathan Neumeier
Parker Grzybowski
Staff Present: Patricia West
2. Election of Vicechair/Secretary Person
Motion made by Closs, seconded by Taylor, to nominate Daniel Becker to the position of
Vice-Chairperson/Secretary.
Roll Call Vote:
Becker – Yea
Taylor – Yea
Lippens – Yea
Closs – Yea
Neumeier – Yea
Grzybowski – Yea
Motion carried unanimously. Daniel Becker was appointed Vice-Chairperson/Secretary.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Laena Bosk of Great Lakes First Federal Credit Union introduced herself to the Board and expressed
interest in being considered for a future appointment to the DDA Board.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes of August 18, 2026
Motion made by Taylor, seconded by Grzybowski to approve the DDA Regular Meeting
Minutes of August 18, 2026.
Voting Yea: Becker, Taylor, Lippens, Closs, Neumeier, Grzybowski
MOTION CARRIED.
FINANCIALS
4. August Revenue & Expenditure Report
West provided an overview of the August financials. Becker inquired about the "Buildings"
line item listed under assets. West will provide clarification to the group after clarifying with
the Treasurer.
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider zoning map amendment for 915 Blackwell Ave
The City Commission will discuss a zoning map amendment and review fund disbursements for collection system improvements. The body is also considering DDA board appointments and a special event application for the Great Gladstone Harvest Fest.
- Ordinance 635: Amend the City of Gladstone Zoning Map for 915 Blackwell Ave
- Collection System Improvements: Requests for Disbursement of Funds #2 (revised) and #3
- DDA Board Appointment Renewals for Parker Grzybowski and Jacob Taylor
- Special Event Application for The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest
- Payment for DeGrand Construction water service at 1212 Wisconsin
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✓ Decided: Gladstone Commission approves zoning change and wastewater project funding
The City Commission approved the rezoning of 915 Blackwell Avenue to I-1 Light Industrial and authorized two disbursements totaling over $711,000 for the Wastewater Collection System Improvements Project. Commissioners also reappointed members to the Downtown Development Authority and approved the Great Gladstone Harvest Fest event.
- Approved rezoning of 915 Blackwell Avenue to I-1 Light Industrial (4-0)
- Approved $359,233.55 disbursement for Wastewater Collection System Improvements
- Approved $352,287.29 disbursement for Collection System Improvements
- Tabled HUD-assisted project environmental assessment until Sept 28, 2026
- Reappointed Parker Gryzbowski and Jacob Taylor to DDA (4-0)
- Declared two DDA vacancies following resignations
- Approved Great Gladstone Harvest Fest for Oct 25, 2026
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
September 14, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1.
Invocation
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4.
DDA Special Meeting Minutes - July 28, 2026
5.
Commission Regular Meeting Minutes August 24, 2026
6.
Payment of Bills
7.
ProArc Welding & Fabricating | Downtown Trash Receptacles
8.
Electric PSE Invoice #9065417
9.
DeGrand Construction - Water Service 1212 Wisconsin
10. Gladstone Public Library Services
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. Ordinance 635 | Amend the City of Gladstone Zoning Map: 915 Blackwell Ave
NEW BUSINESS
12. Collection System Improvements Request for Disbursement of Funds #2 revised.
13. Collection System Improvements Request for Disbursement of Funds #3.
14. Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted Projects
24 CFR Part 58
15. DDA Board Appointment Renewals | Parker Grzybowski & Jacob Taylor
16. DDA Board Resignations | Jay Bostwick & Rob LeDuc
17. Special Event Application - The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest - Sponsored by Gladstone DDA
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
CITY COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
18. 2026 Local Economies Opportunity Report from MML
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS REPORTS
CITY COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
CITY CLERK COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
September 14, 2026
6:00 PM
MINUTES
Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela called the meeting to order, gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
City Clerk Kimberly Berry called the roll:
PRESENT
Commissioner Judy Akkala
Mayor Pro-Tem Brad Mantela
Commissioner Steve O'Driscoll
Commissioner Whitney Maloney
ABSENT
Mayor Joe Thompson - Excused
No public comment offered.
Motion made by Commissioner Akkala, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to approve the
consent agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
Motion made by Commissioner O'Driscoll, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to adopt
Ordinance No. 635 Rezoning of 915 Blackwell Avenue 21-052-515-001-00 from a split B-2
General Business and I-1 Light Industrial zoning designation to I-1 Light Industrial.
Commissioner Steve O'Driscoll
Yes
Commissioner Whitney Maloney
Yes
Commissioner Judy Akkala
Yes
Mayor Pro-Tem Brad Mantela
Yes
Mayor Joe Thompson
Absent - Excused
MOTION CARRIED
Motion made by Commissioner Akkala, Seconded by Commissioner O'Driscoll to approve
request for disbursement of funds #2 totaling $359,233.55 for the Wastewater Collection System
Improvements Project.
MOTION CARRIED
City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
September 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Gladstone, MI. Commission Chambers
Motion made by Commissioner O'Driscoll, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to approve
r …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Parks & Recreation Board to review pickleball agreement and campground feedback
The Gladstone Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will conduct an annual review of the pickleball use agreement. The board will also discuss feedback regarding the Gladstone Bay Campground and form a subcommittee for the 2027 Five-Year Recreation Plan.
- Annual review of Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement
- Discussion of Gladstone Bay Campground feedback
- Formation of 2027 Five-Year Recreation Plan Board Subcommittee
- Update on Harbor Phase II Project
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GLADSTONE PARKS &
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
City Hall Chambers - 1100 Delta Avenue
September 08, 2026
6:30 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes from 8.04.2026 Meeting of the Recreation Advisory Board
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Gladstone Area Pickleball Use Agreement Annual Review
NEW BUSINESS
3. Gladstone Bay Campground Feedback Discussion
4. 2027 Five -Year Recreation Plan Board Subcommittee
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
5. Harbor Phase II Project Update
6. Volunteering in the Department
BOARD COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
Commission considers zoning map amendment for 915 Blackwell Ave
The City Commission will discuss a zoning map amendment and the sale of a 10-acre city-owned parcel in Escanaba Township. The body will also review an MDOT contract for South Hill Road and several utility and infrastructure invoices.
- Ordinance 635: Amending the City of Gladstone Zoning Map for 915 Blackwell Ave
- Offer to purchase 10 Acre parcel of City owned property in Escanaba Township
- MDOT Contract 26-5335 South Hill Road
- Invoices for Electric Sub Station, Fahrner Chipseal, and ProArc Welding & Fabricating
- Special Event Request for Berserkers Rugby Beach Day
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✓ Decided: Gladstone City Commission approved MDOT contract 26-5335 and land sale
The Gladstone City Commission approved the consent agenda, MDOT Contract No. 26-5335, and the Berserkers Rugby Beach Day Event. They also appointed a voting delegate for the MML Annual Meeting, accepted a Planning Commission resignation, accepted a $15,000 property purchase offer, and introduced a zoning map amendment ordinance.
- Approved consent agenda
- Approved MDOT Contract No. 26-5335 (4-0, 1 absent)
- Approved Berserkers Rugby Beach Day Event at Gladstone Beach
- Appointed Commissioner Judy Akkala as MML Annual Meeting voting delegate
- Placed Howard Haulotte's resignation on file and declared Planning Commission vacancy
- Accepted $15,000 purchase offer from Clifford Barron for parcel 21-007-114-002-00
- Introduced Ordinance 635 to rezone 915 Blackwell Avenue and placed on Sept 10 agenda
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 24, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes - July 10, 2026
5. City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes August 10, 2026
6. Electric Sub Station PSE invoice # 9065136
7. Govwell Technologies Invoice
8. 2026 Fahrner Chipseal Invoice
9. ProArc Welding & Fabricating Invoice for Downtown Trash Receptacles
10. Coleman Engineering Company Invoice | North Shore Design
11. OCV Control Valves. LLC Invoice 251526 - Water Dept.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
12. MDOT Contract 26-5335 South Hill Road
13. Special Event Request - Berserkers Rugby Beach Day
14. Michigan Municipal League Voting Delegate & Alternate
15. Planning Commissioner Howard Haulotte Resignation Letter
16. Accept offer to purchase 10 Acre parcel of City owned property in Escanaba Township
17. Ordinance 635 | Consideration of Amending the City of Gladstone Zoning Map for 915
Blackwell Ave
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
CITY COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
18. Year-To-Date Financial Reports
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS REPORTS
CITY COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
CITY CLERK COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 24, 2026
6:00 PM
MINUTES
Mayor Thompson called the meeting to order; Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela gave the Invocation and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Clerk Berry called the roll:
PRESENT
Mayor Joe Thompson
Commissioner Judy Akkala
Mayor Pro-Tem Brad Mantela
Commissioner Whitney Maloney
ABSENT
Commissioner Steve O'Driscoll
The following individual(s) spoke under public comment:
Suani Nieto, 215 North Court
Deanna & Charles Kang, Gladstone Storage
Andrew Hayes, Candidate for District Court Judge
Motion made by Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to approve the consent
agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-06
Resolution In Support of MDOT Contract No. 26-5335
City of Gladstone, County of Delta
Motion by Commissioner Judy Akkala; supported by Mayor Joe Thompson to approve MDOT Contract
No. 26-5335 as presented and authorize Mayor Joe Thompson and City Clerk Kimberly Berry to sign.
Commissioner Akkala Yes
Commissioner Maloney Yes
Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela Yes
Commissioner O’Driscoll Absent
Mayor Thompson Yes
MOTION CARRIED.
Gladstone, MI City Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Motion made by Commissioner Maloney, Seconded by Commissioner Akkala to approve Berserkers
Rugby Beach Day Event at Gladstone Beach on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
Gladstone DDA to discuss Depot planning and facade grant revisions
The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review board appointment renewals and proposed changes to the Facade Grant Program. The board will also discuss a planning proposal for The Depot.
- Facade Grant Program Revisions
- The Depot Planning Proposal
- Board Appointment Renewals
- Updates to the ORV Ordinance
- Downtown Day scheduled for September 26th
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✓ Decided: Gladstone DDA approves Depot project phase one and board recommendations
The Gladstone Downtown Development Authority approved minutes, accepted the resignation of Chairperson Jay Bostwick effective August 19, 2026, and recommended the reappointment of Parker Grzybowski and Jacob Taylor to four-year terms. The board also recommended approval of revisions to the Facade Grant Program and approved the phased funding, bidding, and construction plan for The Depot project, prioritizing Phase One with $116,500 in FY 2026-27 DDA funding.
- Approved July 28, 2026 special meeting minutes (7-0)
- Accepted resignation of Chairperson Jay Bostwick and recommended reappointments of Parker Grzybowski and Jacob Taylor to board terms expiring May 2030 (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Facade Grant Program revisions subject to legal review (6-0)
- Approved Depot project phased plan, designated Phase One Pavilion and Site Improvements as immediate priority with $116,500 in FY 2026-27 funding, and authorized bidding (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:04 AM ET (7-0)
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 18, 2026
8:15 AM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Special Meeting Minutes - July 28, 2026
FINANCIALS
3. June Revenue & Expense Report
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
4. Board Appointment Renewals
5. Facade Grant Program Revisions
6. The Depot Planning Proposal
CITY COMMENTS & REPORTS
7. City Software Updates
8. Downtown Day | Saturday, September 26th
9. Efficiency United Rebate & Incentive Programs
10. MDA Upper Peninsula Workshop
11. Rocking For Bay | Saturday, August 29, 2026
12. Updates to the ORV Ordinance
BOARD COMMENTS & REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 08-14-2024 | Patricia West, DDA Director | [email protected]
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT/ PUBLIC HEARINGS
(Excerpt from DDA By-Laws & Rules of Procedure)
G. Public Comment
1. During this portion of the agenda, a member of the audience may address the DDA,
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 18, 2026
8:15 AM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
DDA Chairperson, Jay Bostwick, called the meeting to order at 8:16 AM ET.
1.
Roll Call
PRESENT
ABSENT
Daniel Becker
Joe Thompson (Excused)
Jacob Taylor
Nathan Neumeier (Excused)
Jay Bostwick
Jason Lippens
Kyle Closs
Robert LeDuc
Parker Grzybowski
Staff Present: Patricia West & Rob Spreitzer
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.
Special Meeting Minutes - July 28, 2026
Motion made by Closs, seconded by Taylor to approve the special meeting minutes of July 28, 2026.
Voting Yea: Becker, Taylor, Bostwick, Lippens, Closs, LeDuc, Grzybowski
MOTION CARRIED.
FINANCIALS
3.
June Revenue & Expense Report
West provided an overview of the June Revenue & Expenditure Report.
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
None.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
4.
Board Appointment Renewals
Following the introduction of the agenda item, DDA Chairperson, Jay Bostwick, stated he was not
seeking reappointment as he intended to move out of the district in October. Bostwick announced his
resignation.
Motion made by Closs, seconded by LeDuc to accept the resignation of Jay Bostwick effective August
19, 2026 while also recommending to the Mayor the reappointment of Parker Grzybowski and Jacob
Taylor to the Gladstone Downtown Development Authority Board for four-year terms expiring May
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on rezoning 915 Blackwell Ave
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 915 Blackwell Ave. The body will also address the resignation of Howard Haulotte and the appointment of a Vice-chairperson.
- Public hearing: Rezoning of 915 Blackwell Ave
- Resignation of Planning Commissioner Howard Haulotte
- Appointment of Vice-chairperson
- Discussion of Sign Ordinance Update
- Review of Short-Term Rental Policy Options training resource
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✓ Decided: Gladstone Planning Commission recommends rezoning 915 Blackwell Ave
The Gladstone Planning Commission approved the July 10, 2026 meeting minutes, recommended approval to rezone 915 Blackwell Avenue to I-1 Light Industrial, accepted the resignation of Commissioner Howard Haulotte, and appointed Sam Hewitt as Vice-Chairperson/Secretary after John DeFiore succeeded to Chairperson.
- Approved Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2026
- Recommended approval of rezoning request for 915 Blackwell Avenue to I-1 Light Industrial (5-0)
- Accepted resignation of Planning Commissioner Howard Haulotte (6-0)
- Acknowledged succession of John DeFiore to Chairperson and appointed Sam Hewitt as Vice-Chairperson/Secretary
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GLADSTONE PLANNING
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 11, 2026
5:15 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTIONS OF:
1. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes - July 10, 2026
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Rezoning of 915 Blackwell Ave
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
3. Resignation of Planning Commissioner | Howard Haulotte
4. Appointment of Vice-chairperson
INFORMATION SHARING
5. City of Escanaba Master Plan Adoption
6. Efficiency Unite Rebate & Incentive Program
7. Gladstone's Downtown Day | September 26th
8. Sign Ordinance Update
9. Training Resource | Short-Term Rental Policy Options
10. TV6 Around Town Gladstone
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 08-07-2026 | Patricia West, Zoning Administrator
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GLADSTONE PLANNING
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 11, 2026
5:15 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Vice-chairperson, John DeFiore, called the meeting to order at 5:15 PM.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
ABSENT
John DeFiore
Howard Haulotte (Excused)
Sam Hewitt
Mike Kennedy
Jason Leonard
Nick Nastoff
Jennifer Harding
Staff Present: Patricia West & Rob Spreitzer
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTIONS OF:
1. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes - July 10, 2026
Motion made by Hewitt, seconded by Harding to approve the Planning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2026.
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Rezoning of 915 Blackwell Ave
West provided an overview of the rezoning request. The property owner was not in
attendance.
Commissioner DeFiore opened the public hearing at 5:25 PM. There being no public in
attendance, the public hearing was closed at 5:25 PM.
Motion made by Hewitt, seconded by Leonard to recommend approval of the rezoning
request for Parcel 052-515-001-00, located at 915 Blackwell Avenue, from B-2 General
Business and I-1 Light Industrial to I-1 Light Industrial, based on the findings contained
within the staff report and subject to final approval by the Gladstone City Commission.
Voting Yea: DeFiore, Hewitt, Kennedy, Leonard, Nastoff
MOTION CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
Gladstone City Commission to review software contracts and retirement agreements
The City Commission will consider new contracts for permitting software and a statement of work from CivicPlus. The body is also reviewing amended MERS Defined Contribution Adoption Agreements for Public Safety and Teamsters Union 406.
- Flinn's Lawn & Landscape payment for playground chips and mulch: $6,562.50
- Coleman Engineering payment for Harbor Phase II Engineering: $6,011.53
- GovWell Permitting Software Contract
- CivicPlus Statement of Work/Quote
- Amended MERS Defined Contribution Adoption Agreements for Teamsters Union 406 and Public Safety Officers & Command
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✓ Decided: Gladstone City Commission approved union pension plans and software contracts
The Gladstone City Commission unanimously approved MERS Defined Contribution Plan adoption agreements for Teamsters Union 406 and the POLC Public Safety & Command Union. The commission also approved a website migration and management agreement with CivicPlus along with related budget amendments, and approved a three-year permitting software agreement with GovWell.
- Approved consent agenda unanimously
- Approved MERS Defined Contribution Plan for Teamsters Union 406 unanimously
- Approved MERS Defined Contribution Plan for POLC Public Safety & Command Union unanimously
- Approved CivicPlus Statement of Work, budget amendments, and city manager execution unanimously
- Approved three-year GovWell permitting software agreement at $10,000 annually unanimously
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
4. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes - May 26, 2026
5. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes - June 16, 2026
6. Board of Review Meeting Minutes July 21, 2026
7. DDA Regular Meeting Minutes - July 21, 2026
8. City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 27, 2026
9. Payment of Bills
10. Vacuum Pump & Compressor, Inc. Invoice 153144.1-1
11. Electric EPS Invoice # 00193151
12. Flinn's Lawn & Landscape - Playground Chips and Mulch - $6,562.50
13. Coleman Engineering - Harbor Phase II Engineering - $6,011.53
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
14. Amended MERS Defined Contribution Adoption Agreement - Teamsters Union 406
15. Amended MERS Defined Contribution Adoption Agreement - POLC - Public Safety
Officers & Command
16. CivicPlus Statement of Work/Quote
17. GovWell Permitting Software Contract
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
CITY COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS REPORTS
CITY COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
CITY CLERK COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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GLADSTONE CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
MINUTES
Mayor Thompson called the meeting to order; Commissioner O'Driscoll gave the Invocation
followed by the Pledge of Allegience.
Clerk Berry called the roll:
PRESENT
Mayor Joe Thompson
Commissioner Judy Akkala
Mayor Pro-Tem Brad Mantela
Commissioner Steve O'Driscoll
Commissioner Whitney Maloney
The following individuals spoke under public comment:
Mr. Jeff Waeghe
Ms. Ann Jousma-Miller
Mr. Doug Bovin
Motion made by Commissioner Akkala, Seconded by Commissioner Maloney to approve the
consent agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Motion made by Commissioner O'Driscoll, Seconded by Mayor Thompson to approve the MERS
Defined Contribution Plan Adoption Agreement and authorize Manager Robert Spreitzer to sign
the agreement for Teamsters Union 406.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Motion made by Mayor Pro-Tem Mantela, Seconded by Commissioner Akkala to approve the
MERS Defined Contribution Plan Adoption Agreement and authorize Manager Robert Spreitzer
to sign the agreement for POLC - Public Safety & Command Union.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Gladstone, MI. City Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Motion made by Commissioner Akkala, Seconded by Commissioner O'Driscoll to approve the
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Parks & Recreation Board to receive Harbor Phase II project update
The Gladstone Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss new and unfinished business. The primary agenda item is a project update on Harbor Phase II from Coleman Engineering.
- Harbor Phase II project update by Coleman Engineering
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✓ Decided: Parks & Rec Board approved past meeting minutes and received project updates
The Gladstone Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting. Members also heard a project update on Harbor Phase II from Coleman Engineering, received the Director's report, and listened to public comments regarding campground policies and conditions.
- Approved minutes from the 06.02.2026 Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
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GLADSTONE PARKS &
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Recreation Office - 901 Montana Avenue
August 04, 2026
6:30 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE 06.02.2026 RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2. HARBOR PHASE II PROJECT UPDATE - COLEMAN ENGINEERING
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
BOARD COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
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Gladstone Big Pavilion
August 4, 2026
6:30 pm
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Cathy Sjoquist called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. Wendy Taavola called roll.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Gary Stevenson
Anne Pfotenhauer
Bob Bosk
John DeFiore
Cathy Sjoquist
Kristyn Madalinski
ABSENT
Roger Aho
STAFF PRESENT
Wendy Taavola
Robert Brown
Rob Spreitzer
Patricia West
Ginger Willemsen
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
No conflicts of interest.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following individuals addressed the board during public comment:
Kathy Syverson, resident of Gladstone, read several letters from anonymous campers at the
campground regarding the condition of the campground. Ms. Syverson also spoke about the new
reservation policy and the impact it has on seasonal campground residents.
Simmi Mosier, resident of Green Bay, WI, commented on the impact the new reservation policy and the
tent site fees have had on her.
Kristine Kolbus, resident of Munising, MI, commented on her previous year stays.
Steve Harrington, a Bradenton, FL resident, spoke regarding the impact of the new reservation policy on
him.
Paul Parkkonen, resident of Ishpeming, MI, commented on the new reservation policy and the impact it
has on him and other seasonal residents of the campground.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM 06.02.2026 RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Stevenson made a motion to approve the minutes from the 06.02.2026 Recreation Advisory Board Meeting,
seconded by Pfotenhauer. MOTI …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 08:15
Downtown Development Authority
Gladstone DDA to discuss mobile food vendor updates and local events
The Downtown Development Authority will meet to consider updating business regulations for mobile food vendors. The board will also discuss several upcoming promotional events and community festivals.
- Recommendation to update Chapter 10 - Businesses regarding mobile food vendors
- Proposal to waive Market Square rental fee for Rocking For Bay
- Buy Nearby Promotional Campaign scheduled for October 2-4
- Planning for The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest
- Updates on "The Depot"
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✓ Decided: Gladstone DDA approves event plans, mobile food vendor code updates, and tables tax discussion
The Gladstone Downtown Development Authority approved meeting minutes, waived a rental fee for an August fundraiser, and directed staff to plan for the 2027 Business After Hours event and draft mobile food vendor ordinance amendments. The board also authorized participation in the Buy-Nearby Weekend campaign, approved up to $1,000 for The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest, and tabled the Veteran Affairs Capture discussion.
- Approved regular meeting minutes from May 26, June 16, and July 21, 2026
- Waived Market Square Rental Fee for Rocking For Bay fundraiser on August 29, 2026
- Directed staff to lead Business After Hours in 2027 with community partners
- Directed staff to prepare Chapter 10 mobile food vendor code amendments and policy
- Approved participation in Buy-Nearby Weekend promotional campaign for October 2-4, 2026
- Authorized staff to coordinate The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest with a budget up to $1,000
- Tabled Veteran Affairs Capture discussion
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SPECIAL MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
July 28, 2026
8:15 AM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Regular Meeting Minutes - May 26, 2026
3. Regular Meeting Minutes - June 16, 2026
4. Regular Meeting Minutes - July 21, 2026
FINANCIALS
5. May Financial Reports
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
6. Rocking For Bay | Waiving Market Square Rental Fee
7. Future Business After Hours
8. Recommendation to Update Chapter 10 - Businesses (Mobile Food Vendor)
9. Buy Nearby Promotional Campaign (October 2-4)
10. Michigan Downtown Association Workshop | Marquette Township Hall
11. The Great Gladstone Harvest Fest
12. Veteran Affairs Capture Discussion
CITY COMMENTS & REPORTS
13. Facade Grant Subcommittee
14. "The Depot" Updates
BOARD COMMENTS & REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Gladstone will provide all necessary, reasonable aids and services, such as signers
for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon five days notice to the City of Gladstone.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of
Gladstone by writing or calling City Hall at (906) 428-2311.
Posted: 07-24-2026 | Patricia West, DDA Director | [email protected]
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GLADSTONE DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SPECIAL MEETING
City Hall Chambers – 1100 Delta Avenue
July 28, 2026
8:15 AM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
DDA Chairperson, Jay Bostwick, called the meeting to order at 8:15 AM ET.
1. Roll Call
PRESENT
ABSENT
Daniel Becker (Arrived at 8:17 AM)
Nathan Neumeier (Excused)
Jacob Taylor
Jay Bostwick
Jason Lippens
Joe Thompson
Kyle Closs (Arrived at 8:17 AM)
Robert LeDuc
Parker Grzybowski
PUBLIC COMMENT
Morgan Frappier, Manager of the Dew Drop Family Restaurant, reiterated comments made
at the previous meeting regarding the impact of food trucks on her employer and on her
personal circumstances.
Brooke Johnson, owner of the Gladstone Dairy Flo, spoke as a follow-up to her statement
made at the July 21, 2026 meeting. She stated that her business experienced positive sales
during the Farmers Market from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. the previous evening. She also
discussed previous concerns regarding road closures and communication related to road
closures and food truck scheduling, noting that she had since reviewed the remaining food
truck schedule for the market season and expressed confidence in her ability to continue
those discussions with the involved parties.
A statement was read by Patricia West on behalf of Amanda Phillips, who was unable to
attend the meeting. The statement addressed concerns regarding food trucks operating in
the downtown, the economic impact of recent minimum wage leg …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $1.4M | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · USCGC MARCUS HANNA DOCKSIDE REPAIRS |
| $1.3M | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · DELIVERY ORDER FOR OEM CARVER PUMPS VARIOUS PARTS ASSOCIATED WITH MAIN |
| $1.0M | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · DELIVERY ORDER FOR PUMPS, REPAIR KITS, AND OVERHAUL KITS AS PART OF TH |
| $881,393 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · USCG JOSHUA APPLEBY FY26 DOCKSIDE |
| $876,871 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · USCGC MOBILE BAY AND BARGE DOCKSIDE REPAIRS |
| $752,184 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · DELIVERY ORDER FOR VARIOUS PUMPS, REPAIR KITS, AND OVERHAUL KITS AS PA |
| $711,024 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · TASK ORDER FOR REPAIRS TO UNITED STATES COAST GUARD OWNED CARVER PUMP |
| $706,855 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · DOCKSIDE REPAIRS DECK ONBOARD THE CGC BRISTOL BAY |
| $638,059 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · CGC WILLIAM TATE DOCKSIDE REPAIRS |
| $623,058 | K & M INDUSTRIAL LLC Department of Homeland Security · CGC BISCAYNE BAY DOCKSIDE |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Delta County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Adults with low literacy12.5% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
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