Albion public meetings in 2025

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the proposed FY 2026 Budget. No other substantive agenda items are listed. The session will also include public comments and reports from the city manager and council members.

• Discussion of FY 2026 Budget

The City Council held a study session to discuss the FY 2026 budget, including Street Improvement, MDOT Reconstruction, and Brownfield Redevelopment funds, as well as EDC funds including TIFA, EDC, and Revolving Loan. No formal decisions were made.

• Council discussed FY 2026 budget items (Street Improvement, MDOT, Brownfield)
• Council discussed EDC funds for FY 2026 (TIFA, EDC, Revolving Loan)
• Adjourned study session at 6:55 p.m. (Motion passed unanimously)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 Budget. They will also consider a closed session for personnel discipline, a second reading of Ordinance #2025-05 amending the Downtown Development Authority section, and a three-year contract with Granicus for agenda management software. The consent calendar includes approving meeting minutes and a request to close City Hall at noon on December 12, 2025.

• Public Hearing: FY 2026 Budget
• Second Reading & Adoption of Ordinance #2025-05 (amending Chapter 34 Downtown Development Authority)
• Three-year contract with Granicus for agenda management software
• Closed session under OMA for dismissal, suspension, or discipline of a public officer or employee
• Consent calendar: approve minutes and close City Hall at noon December 12, 2025

The City Council approved an ordinance to amend Chapter 34 regarding Downtown Development Authority plans. Additionally, the council authorized a three-year contract with Granicus for agenda management software.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance # 2025-05 regarding DDA plans (7-0)
• Approved three-year contract with Granicus for agenda management software (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Amended and Restated Downtown Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan No.4, followed by discussion and possible first reading of Ordinance 2025-05 to amend Chapter 34. Also scheduled are a DDA informational meeting, discussion on City Hall hours of operation, and continued discussion on the FY 2026 budget.

• Public hearing on Amended and Restated Downtown Development Plan & Tax Increment Financing Plan No.4
• Discussion/approve first reading of Ordinance 2025-05 to amend Chapter 34, Article II (Downtown Development Authority)
• DDA Informational Meeting on Public Act 57 of 2018 presented by Chairperson Emily Verbeke
• Discussion on City Hall hours of operation
• Continued discussion on FY 2026 budget

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-05, which amends the Downtown Development Authority plan and tax increment financing plan, following a public hearing with no public comments. The council also approved the agenda as presented and the consent calendar (including prior meeting minutes). Discussions were held on City Hall hours of operation and the FY 2026 budget, but no actions were taken on those items. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-05 amending Chapter 34, Article II (DDA plans) (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including November 3, 2025 regular session minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned regular session (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss the proposed FY 2026 budget, with a focus on the General Fund. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and input. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of FY 2026 General Fund Budget (attached as 'General Fund 2026 Work Study Budget.pdf')
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)

The City Council held a study session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in these minutes.

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss the proposed FY 2026 Budget. The agenda includes public comments and a city manager report, but no votes or formal decisions are scheduled. A budget worksheet PDF is attached to the agenda.

• Discussion of the FY 2026 Budget, with accompanying Budget Worksheets.pdf

The council held a study session to review FY 2026 budget funds, including the equipment pool, drug forfeiture, sewer, water, and street maintenance accounts. Council members, the mayor, and the interim city manager discussed the proposed allocations. No policy changes, contracts, or budget approvals were voted on during this meeting. The session ended with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• No substantive decisions were made

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing and receive public comments. Consent items include approving meeting minutes from October 20, 2025. Key individual discussion items are a resolution to adopt a Federal Grants Procurement Policy and Code of Conduct, a review/revision of Council Rules of Procedures, and an update from the Department of Public Works.

• Approve Resolution #2025-19 adopting the City of Albion Federal Grants Procurement Policy and Code of Conduct
• Review and possibly revise Council Rules of Procedures
• Discussion on DPW (Department of Public Works) update
• Presentation from Albion Community Table by Amy Reimann
• Approve minutes from October 20, 2025 study session and regular session

The City Council approved the October 20th study session and regular session minutes. They also passed Resolution # 2025-19 regarding the city's federal grants procurement policy and code of conduct.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including October 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution # 2025-19: City of Albion Federal Grants Procurement Policy and Code of Conduct (unanimous)

Albion Building Authority

The Albion Building Authority will discuss and vote on Amendment #2 to its Articles of Incorporation. The board will also review financial statements for the authority and approve minutes from a previous meeting. Public comments will be heard.

• Discuss/Approve Amendment #2 to Albion Building Authority Articles of Incorporation
• Approve March 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review ABA financials (balance sheet and revenue/expense reports)

The Albion Building Authority approved Amendment #2 to its Articles of Incorporation, removing the requirement that one board member be designated from Maple Grove Apartments since the city no longer owns that property. The board also approved minutes from March 20, 2025. Financial questions were raised but no decisions were made; a special meeting for budget discussion is planned for October or November.

• Approved Amendment #2 to Albion Building Authority Articles of Incorporation (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing on a commercial facilities exemption certificate for 205 W. Cass Street. The Council will vote on resolutions to exempt the city from the Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act for 2026 and to adopt a multiple-year deficit elimination plan. Other items include approving a $65,000 leaf vac machine, amending a professional services agreement with SAFEbuilt, and making board and commission appointments.

• Public hearing on Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 205 W. Cass Street (Resolution 2025-17)
• Approve Resolution 2025-16 to exempt City from Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act for 2026
• Approve Resolution 2025-18, City of Albion Multiple Year Deficit Elimination Plan
• Approve $65,000 for leaf vac machine for leaves in roadways
• Approve reappointment of Jim Stuart to DDA, initial appointment to AEDC, and Tom Hunsdorfer to Planning Commission

The Albion City Council unanimously approved Resolution #2025-18, the Multiple Year Deficit Elimination Plan. It also approved a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 205 W. Cass Street, exempted the city from the Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act for 2026, and authorized a $65,000 purchase of a leaf‑vacuum machine for roadways. Two items – the Fourth Amendment to the SAFEbuilt professional services agreement and the City Hall hours of operation – were postponed to the November 17 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #2025-18, Multiple Year Deficit Elimination Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-17, Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 205 W. Cass St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-16, exemption from Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 purchase of leaf‑vacuum machine for roadways (unanimous)
• Postponed Fourth Amendment of Professional Services Agreement with SAFEbuilt to Nov 17 (unanimous)
• Postponed City Hall Hours of Operation to Nov 17 (unanimous)
• Approved Board & Commission appointments for DDA, AEDC, and Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar and October 6, 2025 regular session minutes (unanimous)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will discuss and potentially approve several resolutions, including a commercial facilities exemption certificate for 205 W. Cass Street, an exemption from the Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act for 2026, and a deficit elimination plan. They will also consider a fourth amendment to the professional services agreement with SAFEbuilt, board appointments, city hall hours of operation, and a $65,000 expenditure for a leaf vac machine.

• Approve Resolution #2025-17, commercial facilities exemption certificate for 205 W. Cass Street
• Approve Resolution #2025-16, exempting city from health insurance contribution act (2026)
• Approve Resolution #2025-18, Deficit Elimination Plan
• Approve $65,000 for leaf vac machine for leaves in roadways
• Discussion/approval of City Hall hours of operation

The City Council held a study session on October 20, 2025, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No votes were taken on any of the listed agenda items (resolutions, appointments, leaf vac machine purchase, etc.). The only action was unanimous adjournment at 6:56 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

This meeting includes updates from the Economic Development Corporation and Arts Commission, introduction of a new public safety officer, and a proclamation for Albion Pride Day. The council will vote on appointing Eric Krause to the Calhoun County Consolidated Dispatch Authority, an amendment to the Building Authority articles, approval of 2026 meeting dates, and a lease agreement for 107 E Cass St for the Arts Commission. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Approve lease agreement for 107 E Cass St for Albion Arts Commission
• Appoint Eric Krause as City representative to Calhoun County Consolidated Dispatch Authority
• Approve Amendment #2 to Albion Building Authority Articles of Incorporation
• Issue proclamation honoring Albion Pride Day 2025
• Introduce new Public Safety Officer Joseph Prentler

The City Council approved various administrative items including meeting dates and a dispatch authority appointment. They also authorized a lease agreement for the Albion Arts Commission at 107 E. Cass St.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2025 Study Session and Regular Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-14 appointing Eric Krause to the Calhoun County Consolidated Dispatch Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-15 amending Albion Building Authority Articles of Incorporation (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Council Meeting Dates (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement for 107 E. Cass St. for Albion Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Excused absent Council Member C.J. Frost (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss and potentially approve a request for proposals for a geological study at Stoffer Plaza, along with a facade grant extension for Palmer House. The board will also receive updates on wayfinding signage, pedestrian crossing beacons, and the Big Albion Plan, and discuss the 2026 budget and goals.

• Discussion/Approval: RFP for Geological Study at Stoffer Plaza
• Discussion/Approval: Facade Grant Extension for Palmer House
• Update: Wayfinding Signage and Pedestrian Crossing Flashing Beacons
• Discussion/Approval: Benches, Flower Pots, and Trash Cans
• Discussion: Budget / 2026 Goals

The DDA approved a $2,500 sponsorship for the Festival of the Forks, approved a facade grant extension for Palmer House, tabled the 2026 budget discussion to the next meeting, and approved the minutes of August 13, 2025. Several other items, including the Stoffer Plaza geological study, benches/flower pots/trash cans, and wayfinding signage, were discussed without formal action.

• Approved minutes of August 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for Festival of the Forks (unanimous)
• Tabled budget discussion to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant extension for Palmer House (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss and possibly approve new downtown garbage cans, receive an update on holiday lights, and discuss the Collaboration Corner and Holt Bench, a tree ordinance, and the 2026 budget. The board will also review July 2025 financials and consider excusing absent members.

• Discussion/approval of downtown garbage cans
• Update on holiday lights
• Discussion of Collaboration Corner and Holt Bench
• Discussion of tree ordinance
• Discussion of 2026 budget

The Downtown Development Authority failed to approve a plan for downtown garbage cans. The board discussed the 2026 budget and received updates on holiday lights and the Big Albion Plan. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Denied Downtown Garbage Cans plan (0-7)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:15 a.m. (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 15, 2025, to discuss and vote on several infrastructure and funding items. Key decisions include selecting Option 1 or Option 2 for the North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project, approving a $500,000 sanitary sewer replacement on North Berrien Street, and a $600,000 replacement on Burr Oak Street. The council will also consider a resolution for Community Development Block Grant funding for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements Project and authorize the Sister City Committee to use Homestead Savings for cashless donations. Consent items include approval of the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approve Option 1 or Option 2 for the North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project
• Approve Resolution #2025-08 for CDBG funding for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements
• Approve $500,000 for North Berrien Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approve $600,000 for Burr Oak Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approval of Sister City Committee to utilize Homestead Savings for cashless donations

The City Council approved $500,000 for North Berrien Street and $600,000 for Burr Oak Street sanitary sewer replacements, along with a $500,000 CDBG grant for local infrastructure. The meeting also included a discussion on the Transportation Authority of Calhoun County.

• Approved Option 2 for North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project
• Approved Resolution #2025-08 for CDBG funding for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean infrastructure
• Approved $500,000 for North Berrien Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approved $600,000 for Burr Oak Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approved Sister City Committee to utilize Homestead Savings for cashless donations
• Added discussion of Transportation Authority of Calhoun County to the agenda

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss and potentially approve several infrastructure projects at this study session. Key items include selecting an option for the North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project, approving a Community Development Block Grant for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean improvements, and authorizing $500,000 for North Berrien Street and $600,000 for Burr Oak Street sanitary sewer replacements. The council will also consider allowing the Sister City Committee to use Homestead Savings for cashless donations.

• Approve Option 1 or Option 2 for North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project
• Approve Resolution #2025-08 for CDBG funding for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements
• Approve $500,000 for North Berrien Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approve $600,000 for Burr Oak Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approval for Sister City Committee to use Homestead Savings for cashless donations

The City Council met for a study session on September 15, 2025. No votes were taken on the listed agenda items (North Branch and Mill Race Phase II Project, CDBG funding, sanitary sewer replacements, and the Sister City Committee proposal). The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Albion Building Authority

The Albion Building Authority will consider approving a revision to its by-laws, review its properties and holdings, and discuss the purpose of the board. The board will also review financial statements for Maple Grove through February 2025.

• Approve December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss/Approve ABA By-Law Revision
• Discussion-Review ABA Properties/Holdings
• ABA/Maple Grove Financials (revenue/expense and balance sheets through Feb 2025)

The Albion Building Authority approved its December 2024 minutes and excused an absent member during a procedural session with no major policy or funding decisions made. Board members reviewed the authority’s property portfolio and discussed how to handle proceeds from the Maple Grove sale, directing staff to prepare reports for a special meeting next month. The authority manages city properties and handles debt obligations tied to the fire barn, which affects local asset maintenance and municipal budgeting.

• Approved December 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Excused board member Audra Masternak-Fuentes (unanimous)
• Directed City Attorney and Interim City Manager to draft a report on transferring city properties to the ABA for management
• Directed Finance Director and Interim City Manager to review Maple Grove sale proceeds distribution for discussion at a special meeting
• Scheduled a special meeting next month to discuss board purpose and financials

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold public hearings on the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and two CDBG rental rehabilitation projects. They will consider approving resolutions to adopt the capital plan and authorize grant applications for rental rehab at 300 S. Superior St./105 W. Porter St. and 215/217 S. Superior St. Additionally, the council will vote on a $438,200 professional services agreement with Wightman for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean St. Improvements Project, a deer management policy, and roof/window repairs for City Hall. A closed session is scheduled under state statute to discuss material exempt from disclosure.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearings and resolutions for CDBG rental rehab grants at 300 S. Superior/105 W. Porter and 215/217 S. Superior
• Approve $438,200 professional services agreement with Wightman for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean St. Improvements
• Approve Deer Management Policy
• Approve $74,298.31 for roof and window repairs at City Hall and Street Department Building

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and approved two Community Development Block Grant rental rehabilitation grant applications for properties on Superior and Porter streets. The council also approved a $438,200 professional services agreement with Wightman for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Street improvements, along with related contracts for grant administration, environmental review, and Section 106 review services. Additionally, the council approved a deer management policy, $74,298.31 for roof and window repairs at city buildings, and a resolution to join the Michigan Historic Preservation Network. A closed session was held to consider material exempt from discussion under state statute.

• Adopted 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan via Resolution #2025-10 (unanimous)
• Authorized CDBG rental rehab grant application for 300 S. Superior St./105 W. Porter St. via Resolution #2025-11 (unanimous)
• Authorized CDBG rental rehab grant application for 215/217 S. Superior St. via Resolution #2025-12 (unanimous)
• Approved $438,200 professional services agreement with Wightman for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean St. improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Carter Consulting LLC as certified grant administrator for Bemer corridor project (unanimous)
• Approved Deer Management Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $74,298.31 for roof and window repairs at City Hall and Street Department Building (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-13 to join Michigan Historic Preservation Network (unanimous)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items during this study session, including adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2030, multiple CDBG rental rehabilitation grant applications for properties on Superior and Porter Streets, a $438,200 professional services agreement for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Dr. Improvements Project, a deer management policy, and roof/window repairs for city buildings. The council will also consider a settlement and other resolutions.

• Adopt Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2030 (Resolution 2025-10)
• Apply for CDBG rental rehabilitation grants for 300 S. Superior St., 105 W. Porter St., 215 S. Superior St., and 217 S. Superior St.
• Approve $438,200 contract with Wightman for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Dr. Improvements Project
• Approve Deer Management Policy
• Approve $74,298 for roof and window repairs at City Hall and Street Department Building

The City Council held a study session to discuss several agenda items for the September 2, 2025 meeting. Discussion topics included capital improvement plans, rental rehabilitation grants, and street improvement projects. No substantive votes or decisions were taken during this session.

• No substantive decisions were made during this study session

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider approving the second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2025-04, which would add a tax exemption section to the community development code for the Washington Gardner property. The council will also discuss and potentially approve a municipal services agreement with CHN Albion Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership. Other items include a transfer of funds and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2025-04 adding Section 34-6 Tax Exemption for Washington Gardner
• Discussion/approval of Municipal Services Agreement between CHN Albion Limited Dividend Housing Association and the City
• Approve transfer of funds (with recommendation letter and trust fund investments report)
• Approve minutes from August 4 and August 11, 2025 meetings

The city council approved the second reading and adoption of Ordinance #2025-04, amending the community development chapter to add a tax exemption for the Washington Gardner project, with a change from 45 to 40 years. The vote was 5-2. A proposed Municipal Services Agreement with CHN Albion was not acted upon after the city attorney stated it conflicts with the city charter. The council also approved the consent calendar (previous meeting minutes) and a transfer of funds.

• Approved agenda with addition of Interim City Manager presentation (unanimous)
• Approved August 4 and August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2025-04 (tax exemption for Washington Gardner) with amendment from 45 to 40 years (5-2)
• Municipal Services Agreement with CHN Albion not discussed/approved due to charter conflict

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving a site plan for 1508 N. Eaton Street. Commissioners will also discuss a draft of the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Approve site plan for 1508 N. Eaton Street
• Discuss draft FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve April 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the site plan for 1508 N. Eaton Street and the draft FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The CIP plan will be updated before a public hearing in August and then sent to City Council for final approval.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 1508 N. Eaton Street (5-0)
• Approved draft FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Excused Mayor Victoria Snyder (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:07 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss Washington Gardner School, including a pilot comparison analysis and related financial data. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of Washington Gardner School
• Pilot Comparison Analysis attachment
• WG PILOT Percent Comparison attachment

The council held a study session to discuss a proposed PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) for the Washington Gardner School redevelopment project by Community Housing Network. No votes or decisions were made on the project; the only formal action was adjournment.

• Adjourned at 7:42 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will receive presentations on sanitary main problems on Berrien and Burr Oak streets, a recreation update, and an Albion College community day event. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the July 28 study and regular sessions. No public hearings or major decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation: Berrien Street and Burr Oak Street Sanitary Mains Problems/Update
• Presentation: Recreation update by Ebony Gill & Jill Hinde
• Presentation: Albion College-Center for Sustainability & Environment Community Day
• Consent Calendar: Approve July 28, 2025 Study Session and Regular Session Minutes

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar, which included the July 28, 2025, Study and Regular Session minutes. The session primarily consisted of updates regarding sanitary main failures, YMCA recreation activities, and Albion College's Community Day.

• Approved agenda as presented (All members voted yes)
• Approved Consent Calendar including July 28, 2025 Study and Regular Session Minutes (All members voted yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider accepting the resignation of board member David Atchison, discuss the Red, White & Blue Car Show, and a flashing beacon crosswalk sign installation. They will also review an update on wayfinding signage and discuss a Collaboration Corner initiative. Financial reports as of May 31, 2025, will be reviewed.

• Accept resignation of David Atchison
• Discussion of Red, White & Blue Car Show
• Discussion of Flashing Beacon Crosswalk Sign Installation
• Update on Wayfinding Signage
• DDA Financials as of May 31, 2025

The Downtown Development Authority approved the resignation of David Atchison and the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. The board received updates on the Red, White & Blue Car Show, crosswalk sign installation, wayfinding signage, and Collaboration Corner.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (All yes)
• Approved resignation letter of David Atchison (All yes)
• Excused absence of Betty Chlystek (All yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss and possibly approve several items including the Albion Farmer's Market, a 2026 Facade Grant application, expenses for the Red, White & Blue Car Show, a title search, and expenditure for downtown trash cans. The board will also consider a Collaboration Corner and Holt Bench item. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and DDA financials.

• Discussion/Approval - Albion Farmer's Market
• Discussion/Approval - 2026 Facade Grant Application
• Approval - Red, White & Blue Car Show Expenses
• Discussion/Approval - Title Search
• Discussion/Approval - Expenditure of Downtown Trash Cans

The Downtown Development Authority approved the 2026 Facade Grant Application and voted to discontinue the Farmer's Market. The board also approved expenses for the Red, White & Blue Car Show and a title search invoice.

• Approved discontinuation of the Farmer's Market (All yes)
• Approved 2026 Facade Grant Application (All yes)
• Approved Red, White & Blue Car Show expenses up to $1,028.38 (All yes)
• Approved Title Search Invoice (All yes)
• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (All yes)
• Tabled expenditure of downtown trash cans

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish a Commercial Redevelopment District for 205 W. Cass St. They will also vote on the consent calendar, which includes approving meeting minutes and two permits for events at parks. Items for individual discussion include the second reading of an ordinance to add a tax exemption for The Washington Gardner, a $6,200 change order for water system improvements, and designating voting delegates for the Michigan Municipal League convention.

• Public hearing and resolution to establish Commercial Redevelopment District at 205 W. Cass St. (Resolution #2025-09)
• 2nd Reading and adoption of Ordinance #2025-04 to amend Chapter 34 to add tax exemption for The Washington Gardner
• Approve $6,200 Change Order #2 for Water System Improvements Project
• Approve amplified sound permit for Christ Apostolic Church on August 17, 2025 at Crowell Park
• Approve assembly permit for Betty Shelton for Large Pavilion at Victory Park on August 17, 2025

The City Council approved the creation of a commercial redevelopment district and a $6,200 water system improvement change order. An ordinance regarding tax exemptions for the Washington Gardner was tabled. The council also approved several event permits and designated delegates for the Michigan Municipal League convention.

• Approved Resolution # 2025-09 to establish Commercial Redevelopment District for 205 W. Cass St. (All yes)
• Approved $6,200.00 for Change Order #2-Water System Improvements Project (All yes)
• Tabled Ordinance # 2025-04 regarding Washington Gardner tax exemption (All yes)
• Approved Andy French as Voting Delegate for Michigan Municipal League's Annual Convention (All yes)
• Approved Amplified Sound Permit for Christ Apostolic Church at Crowell Park on August 17, 2025 (All yes)
• Approved Assembly Permit for Betty Shelton at Victory Park on August 17, 2025 (All yes)
• Approved July 7, 2025 Study Session and Regular Session Minutes (All yes)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss several items from the July 28 agenda, including establishing a commercial redevelopment district for 205 W. Cass St., adopting a tax exemption ordinance for The Washington Gardner, approving a $6,200 change order for water system improvements, and designating a voting delegate for the Michigan Municipal League convention. The meeting is for discussion only, no final votes are scheduled.

• Resolution #2025-09 to establish a Commercial Redevelopment District for 205 W. Cass St.
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance #2025-04 to amend Chapter 34 for tax exemption at The Washington Gardner
• Approve $6,200 Change Order #2 for Water System Improvements Project
• Designate voting delegate and alternate for Michigan Municipal League Annual Convention

The City Council held a study session to discuss four agenda items, including a proposed commercial redevelopment district, an ordinance to amend tax exemptions, and a water system project change order. No formal votes were taken during the study session.

• Discussed Resolution #2025-09 for Commercial Redevelopment District
• Discussed Ordinance #2025-04 to amend tax exemption for Washington Gardner
• Discussed $6,200.00 change order for Water System Improvements Project
• Discussed designating voting delegates for Michigan Municipal League convention

City Council Regular Session

This meeting includes a presentation of the FY 2024 audit, approval of consent items (minutes, event permits), and discussion of several action items: an $82,125 street repair, purchase of fire hydrants for $38,594.55, an ordinance to add a tax exemption for the Washington Gardner property, and alcohol permits for three events. The council will also consider a MERS addendum for the Housing Commission.

• Approve $82,125.00 for repair/undercutting on South Eaton Street from Elm Street to Irwin Avenue
• Approve $38,594.55 for purchase of ten fire hydrants
• First reading of Ordinance #2025-04 adding Section 34-6 Tax Exemption for Washington Gardner
• Approve alcohol permits for Albion Malleable for Pedal & Whine Bike Tour, Festival of the Forks, and Oktoberfest
• FY 2024 audit presentation by Maner Costerisan

The City Council approved funding for infrastructure repairs on South Eaton Street and the purchase of ten fire hydrants. The council also approved alcohol permits for Albion Malleable and the first reading of a tax exemption ordinance for The Washington Gardner.

• Approved $82,125.00 for Repair/Undercutting on South Eaton Street (All yes)
• Approved $38,594.55 for purchase of ten fire hydrants (All yes)
• Approved Alcohol in Public Places Permit for Albion Malleable for three event dates (All yes)
• Approved 1st Reading Ordinance # 2025-04 for The Washington Gardner tax exemption (All yes)
• Approved Albion Housing Commission MERS Addendum (All yes)
• Approved June 16, 2025 Regular Session Minutes (All yes)
• Approved Assembly Permit and Sound Amplification for Albion 1st United Methodist Church at Victory Park (All yes)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss and approve several items from the July 7, 2025 agenda. These include alcohol-in-public-places permits for three events, a $82,125.00 street repair contract, a $38,594.55 purchase of fire hydrants, a housing commission addendum, and the first reading of an ordinance to add a tax exemption for the Washington Gardner property.

• Approve alcohol permits for Pedal & Wine Bike Tour (Aug 2), Festival of the Forks (Sep 20), and Oktoberfest (Oct 18)
• Approve $82,125.00 repair/undercutting on South Eaton Street from Elm Street to Irwin Avenue
• Approve $38,594.55 purchase of ten fire hydrants
• Approve Albion Housing Commission MERS Addendum
• First reading of Ordinance #2025-04 to add Section 34-6 tax exemption for the Washington Gardner

The City Council held a study session to review upcoming agenda items. No votes or formal actions were taken on the proposed permits, infrastructure repairs, or ordinances during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions were recorded

Planning Commission

The Albion Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on approving a land division for the property at 1917 E. Michigan Avenue (Parcel #51-425-001-00). The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Approve Land Division for 1917 E. Michigan Avenue, Parcel #51-425-001-00
• Public hearing on the land division application
• Approve March 18, 2025 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission approved a land division for a 2.81-acre parcel to be used for a new water tower. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Approved land division for 1917 E. Michigan Avenue-Parcel # 51-425-001-00 (All yes)
• Approved March 18, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes (All yes)
• Excused Commissioner Tom Pitt (All yes)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2025, at Marshall Opportunity High School. Key actions include voting on a $42,000 expenditure for additional road repairs on Elliott Road, discussing sidewalk improvements, and approving several park event permits and a block party permit. The consent calendar includes approvals of minutes and assembly/sound permits for Juneteenth, a concert series, and other community events.

• Approve $42,000 for additional road repairs on Elliott Road
• Discuss sidewalk improvements
• Approve initial appointments to Economic Development Corporation and Public Safety Pension Fund
• Approve block party permit for 912 N. Clinton St.
• Consent calendar: approve assembly and sound permits for Juneteenth, R&B Old School Music, Difference Makers, Car Show, National Night Out, and Free Concert Series

City Council approved funding for road repairs and several event permits via a consent calendar. The council also appointed two members to boards and commissions, though a block party permit was denied.

• Approved $42,000 for additional road repairs for Elliott Road (All voted yes)
• Approved appointment of Chrissy Pfeil to Albion Economic Development Corporation (6-1)
• Approved appointment of Jonathan Pignataro to Public Safety Pension Fund (6-1)
• Denied block party permit for 912 N. Clinton St. (0-7)
• Approved assembly permits for Juneteenth, R & B Old School Music, Difference Makers, and National Night Out (All voted yes)
• Approved sound amplification for Free Concert Series at Lloyd Park (All voted yes)
• Approved closing City Hall at noon on June 26, 2025 for Summer Picnic (All voted yes)
• Approved June 2, 2025 Study Session and Regular Session minutes (All voted yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider a request from Trackside Eatery & Pub for support in obtaining a redevelopment liquor license. The board will also discuss downtown holiday lights, potential changes to the tree ordinance, and provide updates on the Farmer's Market. Other items include a title search for 125 W. Porter St. and approval of April 9, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and approval of liquor license support request for Trackside Eatery & Pub
• Discussion and approval of downtown holiday lights (garland proposal attached)
• Discussion of tree ordinance
• Title search for 125 W. Porter St.
• Farmer's Market update

The DDA approved minutes of April 9, 2025, and voted on two versions of a letter of support for Trackside Eatery & Pub's redevelopment liquor license request. Version 1 failed with one vote in favor, while Version 2 passed with only one opposing vote. The board also approved a $4,000 contribution for downtown holiday lights. Other items discussed included the farmer's market, a July 3rd cruise-in, wayfinding signage, and a title search for 125 W. Porter St.

• Approved minutes of April 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Denied Letter of Support Version 1 for Trackside Eatery & Pub liquor license (1-6)
• Approved Letter of Support Version 2 for Trackside Eatery & Pub (6-1)
• Approved $4,000 DDA contribution for Downtown Holiday Lights (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Albion Recreation Advisory Commission will consider approving park rules and updating its board bylaws. Members will also discuss park visitation trends. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Discussion/approval of Park Rules
• Discussion/approval of Recreation Advisory Commission Board Bylaws
• Discussion of Park Visits
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025

The Recreation Advisory Commission approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes and voted to excuse two absent members. The commission discussed Park Rules and Bylaws, but did not approve them at this meeting.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Park Rules for next agenda
• Tabled Recreation Advisory Commission Board Bylaws for next agenda
• Excused absent members Paul Koehn and James D Stuart (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:12 PM (5-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will vote on several infrastructure-related items, including professional design services for a water main extension at Stoffer Plaza and street improvements on W. Cass Street, as well as repairs to Huntington Boulevard, Industrial Park/Elliot Road, and a pavilion at Victory Park. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss material exempt from disclosure and adding delinquent receivables to summer tax bills.

• Approve $40,500 for Huntington Boulevard Entrance Repairs
• Approve $81,000 for Industrial Park/Elliot Road Repairs
• Approve $14,815 for repairs to Small Pavilion at Victory Park Playground Area
• Approve professional design engineering services with Wightman for Stoffer Plaza Water Main Extension and W. Cass Street Improvements
• Approve adding 2025 delinquent receivables and utility bills to summer tax bills

City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including road repairs and engineering services with Wightman. The council also authorized adding delinquent receivables and utility bills to summer tax bills and approved a gaming license for Bohm Theatre.

• Approved Professional Design Engineering Services with Wightman for Stoffer Plaza Water Main Extension (All yes)
• Approved Professional Design Engineering Services with Wightman for W. Cass Street Improvements (All yes)
• Approved $40,500.00 for Huntington Boulevard Entrance Repairs (All yes)
• Approved $81,000.00 for Industrial Park/Elliot Road Repairs (All yes)
• Approved $14,815.00 for Repairs to Small Pavilion at Victory Park Playground Area (All yes)
• Approved adding 2025 delinquent receivables and utility bills to summer tax bills (All yes)
• Approved Charitable Gaming License for Bohm Theatre (All yes)
• Approved Consent Calendar including May 19 minutes and park use permits (All yes)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session on June 17, 2025, to discuss items from the June 2 agenda, including approving design services with Wightman for the Stoffer Plaza Water Main Extension and W. Cass Street Improvements. The council will also consider several repair contracts: $40,500 for Huntington Boulevard Entrance, $81,000 for Industrial Park/Elliot Road, and $14,815 for the Victory Park small pavilion. Additionally, adding delinquent receivables and utility bills to summer tax bills and a charitable gaming license for Bohm Theatre are on the agenda.

• Approve professional design engineering services with Wightman for Stoffer Plaza Water Main Extension
• Approve professional design engineering services with Wightman for W. Cass Street Improvements (Albion Street to Ann Street)
• Approve $40,500 for Huntington Boulevard Entrance Repairs
• Approve $81,000 for Industrial Park/Elliot Road Repairs
• Approve $14,815 for Repairs to Small Pavilion at Victory Park Playground Area

The City Council held a study session to discuss eight agenda items including engineering contracts and repairs, but took no binding votes. The only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned study session (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a Michigan Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements Project, followed by a vote on Resolution 2025-08 to accept the funding. Other agenda items include approval of assembly permits for events at McIntosh Park, Crowell Park, Victory Park, and a small shelter, as well as individual discussion on a liquor license request for Trackside Eatery & Pub and new park sign rules.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-08 for CDBG funding for Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements Project
• Approve Assembly and Sound Amplification Permit for Bread of Life Ministries on June 29, 2025 at McIntosh Park
• Approve Assembly Permit for Art Under the Tower at Crowell Park on June 27-28, 2025
• Approve Trackside Eatery & Pub MLCC Licensing Request
• Approve City of Albion Park Rules for Signs

The Albion City Council unanimously approved Resolution #2025-08 accepting Michigan Community Development Block Grant funding for the Bemer/Magnotta/Dean Infrastructure Improvements Project. The council also approved a consent calendar including several assembly permits, approved a liquor license request for Trackside Eatery & Pub, and adopted new park sign rules. All votes were unanimous with all present members voting yes.

• Approved Resolution #2025-08 for CDBG infrastructure improvements (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including May 5 minutes, sound amplification permit for Bread of Life Ministries, Art Under the Tower permit, and two shelter permits (unanimous)
• Approved Trackside Eatery & Pub MLCC licensing request (unanimous)
• Approved City of Albion Park Rules for Signs (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Frost from the meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing and consider consent calendar items, including approval of minutes and a poppy sale permit. During individual discussion, the council will vote on purchasing three mowers for $47,116, updating the 2025 fee schedule, and approving a professional design engineering contract with Wightman for N. Maple Street improvements from E. North Street to the city limits. A closed session is also listed on the agenda.

• Approve $47,116 purchase of three mowers
• Approve professional design engineering services with Wightman for N. Maple St. improvements from E. North St. to city limits
• Update/discussion/approve 2025 fee schedule
• Consent calendar: approve April 2025 meeting minutes and poppy sales by American Legion Auxiliary
• Public hearing (no specific topic listed)

City Council approved the purchase of three mowers and authorized poppy sales by the American Legion Auxiliary. A proposal for professional design engineering services for N. Maple Street improvements was denied. The council discussed modifying the 2025 fee schedule regarding non-profit park rentals.

• Approved purchase of three mowers for $47,116.00 (All yes)
• Denied Professional Design Engineering Services with Wightman for N. Maple St. Improvements (0-6)
• Approved April 21, 2025 Study Session Minutes (All yes)
• Approved April 21, 2025 Regular Session Minutes (All yes)
• Approved Poppy Sales by the American Legion Auxiliary, Patrick Leo Hanton Unit #55 for May 16th & 17th, 2025 (All yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The DDA will vote on two facade grant applications totaling $15,000 for 300 S Superior St and 119 N Superior St. They will also discuss the Fete de la Musique event and a DDA redevelopment liquor license. March 2025 financial reports will be reviewed.

• Approve facade grant of $7,500 for 300 S Superior St
• Approve facade grant of $7,500 for 119 N Superior St
• Discussion of Fete de la Musique event
• Discussion of DDA Redevelopment Liquor License
• Review March 2025 financials

The Downtown Development Authority approved two facade grants of $7,500 each and a $500 fireworks donation. Board members discussed the discontinuation of DDA financial support for Fete de la Musique.

• Approved $7,500 facade grant for 300 S Superior St (All yes)
• Approved $7,500 facade grant for 119 N Superior St (All yes)
• Approved $500 fireworks donation (All yes)
• Approved minutes of 3-12-25 (All yes)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will discuss an overview of its role, review proposed park rules, and set goals for 2025. The meeting is primarily a discussion session with no votes on ordinances or contracts expected. Approval of prior meeting minutes from March 25, 2025, is also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from March 25, 2025, meeting
• Discussion of Recreation Advisory Commission overview
• Discussion of park rules
• Discussion of 2025 goals

The Recreation Advisory Commission approved the minutes from March 25, 2025, and excused two absent members. The meeting focused on discussion: members reviewed the commission's duties (to be continued next agenda), proposed updating park rules formatting, and discussed creating 2025 goals based on the master plan. No binding decisions were made beyond the procedural approvals.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Harry Bonner Jr. and Tamara Lane (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss and potentially approve several items including a barricade request, the 2025 Farmer's Market, and title searches by the city attorney. They will also discuss the tree ordinance, landscaping projects, and holiday lights/decorations. The board will approve prior meeting minutes and review financial statements.

• Discussion of Tree Ordinance
• Discussion/Approval of 2025 Farmer's Market
• Discussion/Approval of Barricade Request
• Discussion/Approval of Title Searches by City Attorney
• Holiday Bingo Reimbursement

The Downtown Development Authority approved prior meeting minutes, authorized the purchase of 200 items, and approved a title search for a property. The meeting concluded with the excusal of an absent board member.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 200 items (7-0)
• Approved title search for property across from Ismon House (7-0)
• Excused board member Betty Chlystek (7-0)
• Adjourned at 8:33 AM (7-0)
• Tabled Holiday Bingo Reimbursement due to lack of dollar amount
• Tabled Farmer's Market location discussion pending college approval
• Tabled Barricade Request due to lack of dollar amount

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, discuss the Recreation Director position, and plan future meetings. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment. No major financial or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of Chair Person and Vice Chair Person
• Discussion on Recreation Director position
• Approval of meeting minutes from 1/14/25 and 3/11/25
• Discussion on future meeting schedule
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The commission elected Lenn Reid as Chair Person and Nora Jackson as Vice Chair Person. The board also approved minutes from January and March 2025. Members discussed scheduling a special meeting for April 8th to meet annual requirements.

• Approved meeting minutes of 1/14/25 and 3/11/25 (All yes)
• Elected Lenn Reid as Chair Person (All yes)
• Elected Nora Jackson as Vice Chair Person (All yes)
• Excused Harry Bonner (All yes)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will hold its first meeting of 2025. The agenda includes electing a chairperson and vice chairperson, and discussing the recreation director position. The commission will also approve minutes from November 12, 2024.

• Elect chairperson and vice chairperson
• Discussion about recreation director
• Approve minutes of 11/12/24

The commission did not have a quorum, preventing the approval of prior minutes or the election of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Interim City Manager Doug Terry stated that an RFP for a Recreation Director will go to Council for approval before release.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet on March 12, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve a facade grant, 2025 farmer's market policies and applications, and a downtown brochure reprint. They will also discuss a tree ordinance, landscaping projects, a car show, and a redevelopment district liquor license. Financial reports for February 2025 are on the agenda.

• Discussion/Approval - Facade Grant
• Discussion/Approval - Farmer's Market 2025 Policies
• Discussion/Approval - Farmer's Market 2025 Application
• Discussion/Approval - Downtown Albion Brochure (Revision & Reprint)
• Discussion - Redevelopment District Liquor License

The Downtown Development Authority approved a $7,500 facade grant for the Palmer House Bed & Breakfast. The board also adopted the 2025 Farmer's Market policy and application. Additionally, the board authorized a title search and the purchase of 500 downtown booklets.

• Approved $7,500 Facade Grant for Palmer House Bed & Breakfast (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Farmer's Market Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Farmer's Market Application (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 500 Downtown Albion Booklets (Unanimous)
• Approved Title Search (Unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of 2-12-25 (Unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Albion Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, and hold a discussion regarding the Recreation Director. The agenda is primarily organizational, with no specific funding or project decisions listed.

• Elect Chair Person
• Elect Vice Chair Person
• Discussion - Recreation Director

The meeting was not called to order because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and no votes were taken.

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider approving a new water meter system, along with an alcohol permit for three events at Albion Malleable, a board reappointment, and discussions on a joint EDC meeting and the city manager search. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from prior sessions.

• Discussion & approval for new water meter system
• Approve Alcohol in Public Places Permit for Albion Malleable (May 17, Aug 23, Sep 19, 2025)
• Approve reappointment of Christine Thomas to Recreation Advisory Commission (term to Feb 20, 2027)
• Discussion of City Council/EDC Joint Meeting
• Discussion of City Manager Search

The City Council approved a contract for a new water meter system and granted alcohol permits for three upcoming events at Albion Malleable. The council also reappointed Christine Thomas to the Recreation Advisory Commission. No candidates remain for the City Manager position, and the Interim City Manager will discuss further search options with the Pivot Group.

• Approved $1,857,523.41 bid with SLC Badger for new water meter system (All yes)
• Approved Alcohol in Public Places Permits for Albion Malleable for 5-17-25, 8-23-25, and 9-19-25 (All yes)
• Approved reappointment of Christine Thomas to Recreation Advisory Commission (All yes)
• Approved April 7 Study Session, April 7 Regular Session, and April 14 Special Session minutes (All yes)

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session on April 21, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve a new water meter system. They will also consider alcohol in public places permits for Albion Malleable and a board reappointment. Discussions will cover a joint City Council/EDC meeting and the city manager search.

• Discussion & approval of new water meter system
• Approve alcohol permit for Albion Malleable on 5-17-25, 8-23-25, and 9-19-25
• Reappointment of Christine Thomas to Recreation Advisory Commission through 2-20-2027
• Discussion of City Council/EDC joint meeting
• Discussion of city manager search

The City Council held a study session on April 21, 2025, discussing a new water meter system, alcohol permits, board reappointments, a joint EDC meeting, and the city manager search. No formal votes or decisions were taken on any agenda item; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned study session at 6:56 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hold a second reading and adoption vote on Ordinance 2025-03, which amends the code section on sale of obsolete property. The council will also consider resolutions for National Public Safety Telecommunications Week and waiving mobile food vending permit requirements for two upcoming events. A proclamation recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month is scheduled. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes and an assembly permit for the Eggstravaganza event.

• 2nd reading and adoption of Ordinance 2025-03 amending Chapter 2, Section 2-388 on sale of obsolete property
• Resolution 2025-05: National Public Safety Telecommunications Week
• Resolution 2025-06: Waive mobile food vending permit requirements for Festival of the Forks (Sept 19-20, 2025)
• Resolution 2025-07: Waive mobile food vending permit requirements for Art Under the Albion Tower (June 27-28, 2025)
• Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month

The Albion City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Calhoun County Land Bank for an EPA grant, adopted an ordinance amending the sale of obsolete property, and waived mobile food vending permit requirements for two community events. All votes were unanimous. The council also issued a proclamation recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including meeting minutes and Eggstravaganza assembly permit (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2025-03 amending Chapter 2, Section 2-388 on sale of obsolete property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-05 recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunications Week (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-06 waiving mobile food vending permits for Festival of the Forks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-07 waiving mobile food vending permits for Art Under the Albion Tower (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Calhoun County Land Bank for EPA grant (unanimous)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session with the primary item being an interview with Vester Davis, a candidate for city manager. No other substantive business is scheduled; the remainder of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.

• City manager interview with Vester Davis

The City Council held a study session on April 7, 2025. They interviewed Vester Davis for the City Manager position. No formal votes or decisions were taken on substantive matters. The only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• No substantive decisions were made — study session only.

Council Special Session

The Albion City Council will hold a special session to discuss and possibly decide on the city manager search. The agenda also includes a closed session, public hearings, and consent calendar items, but no other substantive discussions are listed.

• City Manager Search Discussion/Decision (Item XI-A)

The Albion City Council unanimously approved scheduling a second interview and meet & greet with Vester Davis, including community partners, as part of the city manager search. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a report from the interim city manager on street updates, detour signs, Easter Eggstravaganza, and a water tower lot split approved by the Planning Commission.

• Approved scheduling a second interview & meet and greet with Vester Davis and community partners (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider approval of the Comprehensive Plan Annual Report. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Review/Approve Comprehensive Plan Annual Report
• Approve February 19, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes

The Planning Commission discussed a draft Comprehensive Plan Annual Report but did not vote to approve it. The report is part of the MEDC grant process and is expected to be completed in 60-90 days to re-establish Redevelopment Ready Community status. Commissioners requested quarterly reviews and more specific status details. The only decisions were approval of prior meeting minutes, excusing an absent member, and adjournment.

• Approved February 19, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent board member C.J. Frost (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will hear presentations on a lead education and faucet replacement grant and an update on the Kennedy Greene housing development. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and a sound amplification permit for an art event. Individual discussion items include a resolution to apply for bridge funding for Haven Road, first reading of an ordinance on sale of obsolete property, and proposals for employee compensation and a YMCA recreation partnership.

• Presentation on Albion Lead Education and Faucet Replacement Grant
• Update on Woda Cooper Kennedy Greene I & II housing
• Approve Resolution #2025-03 authorizing Haven Road bridge funding application
• Discuss/Approve 1st Reading Ordinance #2025-03 on sale of obsolete property
• Discuss/Approval YMCA Recreation Proposal

The City Council approved several administrative items including garbage licenses, mechanical amusement device permits, and a management compensation proposal. The council also passed a resolution for bridge program funding and approved the YMCA recreation proposal.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including March meeting minutes and Art Under the Albion Tower permits (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-03 for Haven Road bridge funding application (6-0)
• Approved mechanical amusement devices for ecoATM LLC, Family Fare, LLC, and The Leisure Hour Club (6-0)
• Approved commercial garbage licenses for City Star Services Inc, Granger Waste Services, and Waste Management (6-0)
• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance #2025-03 regarding sale of obsolete property (6-0)
• Approved Bill Timmins' reappointment to the Public Safety Pension Board (6-0)
• Approved consultant extension amendment with Jayne Jones (6-0)

City Council Study Session

The council will discuss and potentially approve a YMCA recreation proposal, employee compensation management, and a city manager search update. Other items include approvals for mechanical amusement devices, garbage licenses, an ordinance amendment, board reappointment, consultant extension, bridge funding application, and broadband expansion support letters.

• Discuss/Approve YMCA Recreation Proposal
• Approve resolution authorizing Wightman to complete Haven Road bridge funding application
• Approve Mechanical Amusement Devices for ecoATM LLC, Family Fare LLC, The Leisure Hour Club
• Approve Commercial Garbage Licenses for City Star Services Inc, Granger Waste Services, Waste Management
• Discuss/Approve 1st Reading Ordinance #2025-03 regarding Sale of Obsolete Property

The city council held a study session to discuss multiple agenda items including bridge funding, mechanical amusement devices, garbage licenses, ordinance amendments, board reappointments, consultant extension, employee compensation, broadband support letters, city manager search, and a YMCA recreation proposal. No formal votes were taken on any agenda items; the only motion passed was to adjourn.

• Adjourned study session (unanimous)

Albion Building Authority

The Albion Building Authority is discussing and potentially approving its FY2025 budget, setting meeting dates for 2025, and reviewing financial statements for September through November 2024. The board will also approve minutes from its prior meeting.

• Discussion/approval of FY2025 ABA Budget
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Review of September, October, and November 2024 financials for the Building Authority and Maple Grove

The Albion Building Authority unanimously approved its FY 2025 budget and 2025 meeting dates, with the latter changing the meeting room from Maple Grove to the Mayor's Office. The board also approved the September through November 2024 financials and discussed revising by-laws to remove the mandatory Maple Grove board member now that the property has been sold. An absent board member was excused, but another was not. No public comments were received.

• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates, changed meeting room to Mayor's Office (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 ABA Budget (unanimous)
• Approved September, October, & November 2024 financials (unanimous)
• Excused board member Elaine Seedorf; Audra Masternak-Fuentes not excused (unanimous on excusal)
• Discussed by-law revision to remove mandatory Maple Grove board member after property sale
• Adjourned at 8:36 a.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Albion Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on Ordinance #2025-01, which would amend the zoning code to add data centers as a permitted and special land use in certain districts. The commission will also review a site plan for 1521 N. Eaton St. and discuss a food truck ordinance. Approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods are also on the agenda.

• Approve Site Plan Review for 1521 N. Eaton St.
• Discussion of Food Truck Ordinance
• Discussion of Ordinance #2025-01 to amend zoning definitions and permitted uses tables to add Data Center

The Planning Commission approved a conditional site plan for a Circle K at 1521 N. Eaton St. with eight specific conditions regarding signage, building permits, and right-of-way work. The meeting concluded with a discussion on data center zoning but no action taken.

• Approved December 17, 2024 minutes with a change to item V(A)
• Approved conditional site plan for 1521 N. Eaton St. (Circle K)
• Tabled discussion on mobile food truck ordinance
• Discussed Ordinance # 2025-01 to amend zoning for data centers

City Council Study Session

The Albion City Council will discuss and vote on several spending items at this study session, including a large dump/plow truck purchase for $188,801.25 and up to $120,000 for City Hall elevator repair. Other items include buying three replacement pickup trucks and a truck for the Director of Public Services, approving a jet truck repair, and adopting a non-union benefits manual. The council will also consider a resolution for 2026 congressional spending requests and a board appointment.

• Approve $188,801.25 for large dump/plow truck with outfitting and accessories
• Approve up to $120,000.00 for City Hall elevator repair/upgrade
• Approve purchase of three (3) Ram 3500 replacement pickup trucks
• Approve $38,728.61 for jet truck repair
• Approve Resolution #2025-04 for 2026 Congressional Spending Request for proposed projects

The City Council held a study session to discuss several agenda items, including vehicle purchases and facility repairs. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded for the listed items during this session.

• Adjourned Study Session (All voted yes)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on closing out a CDBG grant for the Erie Street Rental Rehab project and vote on several spending items, including a $188,801 dump/plow truck, up to $120,000 for elevator repairs, and $38,728.61 for a jet truck repair. They will also discuss the City Manager search and approve a board appointment.

• Public hearing on closeout of Michigan CDBG funding for Erie Street Rental Rehab project
• Approve $188,801.25 for a large dump/plow truck with outfitting and accessories
• Approve up to $120,000 for City Hall elevator repair/upgrade
• Approve $38,728.61 for jet truck repair
• Approve initial appointment of Jim Stuart to Recreation Advisory Commission (term to 2-20-2028)

The City Council approved several equipment expenditures, including a new dump/plow truck and replacement pickup trucks. The council also authorized funds for City Hall elevator upgrades and approved a 2026 congressional spending request. A special meeting will be scheduled to score applicants for the City Manager position.

• Approved $188,801.25 for large dump/plow truck with accessories (All yes)
• Approved purchase of three Ram 3500 replacement pickup trucks (All yes)
• Approved up to $120,000 for City Hall elevator repair/upgrade (All yes)
• Approved $38,728.61 for jet truck repair (All yes)
• Approved purchase of Ram 3500 pickup truck for Director of Public Services (All yes)
• Approved Jim Stuart to the Recreation Advisory Commission (All yes)
• Approved City of Albion Non-Union Benefits Manual ESTA changes (All yes)
• Approved Resolution #2025-04 for 2026 Congressional Spending Request (All yes)

Council Special Session

The City Council will hold a closed session to review a confidential employment application for the city manager position, as permitted under the Open Meetings Act. Following that, the council will consider approving a list of candidates to interview for the role. This special meeting focuses on advancing the city manager hiring process.

• Closed session under OMA Section 15.268(f) to review confidential city manager application
• Approve candidates to interview for city manager position

The Council held a special session and entered a closed session to review a confidential employment application. Following the closed session, the Council voted to approve interviewing one candidate for the City Manager position.

• Approved interviewing Candidate #2 for City Manager position (All members voted yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The Albion Downtown Development Authority will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, discuss and possibly approve a letter of support for a RAP grant related to Stoffer Plaza, consider facade grant awards, and discuss a tree ordinance and 2025 goals. The board will also review prior meeting minutes and correspondence regarding a revolving loan letter.

• Elect chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Discussion/approval of RAP Grant/Stoffer Plaza letter of support
• Discussion/approval of facade grants
• Discussion of tree ordinance
• Discussion of 2025 goals and focus

The Downtown Development Authority met on January 8, 2025, with four members present. They unanimously approved meeting minutes from three prior dates and elected Emily Verbeke as Chairperson and Jim Stuart as Vice-Chairperson. Discussion was held on the RAP Grant for Stoffer Plaza, facade grants, a tree ordinance, and 2025 goals, but no votes were taken on those topics. Absent members Nora Jackson and David Atchison were excused, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/13/24, 11/26/24, 12/11/24 (unanimous)
• Elected Emily Verbeke as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Stuart as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Excused absent board members Nora Jackson and David Atchison (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Albion City Council will consider approving Ordinance #2025-02 authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for water system improvements, along with a one-time increase in water consumption charges. Other actions include a budget amendment, a contract for city-wide curbside cleanup, and a resolution to change a July meeting date. The agenda includes public comment periods and consent calendar items for prior minutes.

• Ordinance #2025-02 authorizing water supply system revenue bonds for system additions and improvements
• Resolution #2025-01 for a one-time increase in consumption charge per CCF (water rate)
• Resolution #2025-02, Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #1
• Agreement with Granger Services for city-wide curbside cleanup on June 21, 2025
• Approve changing July 21, 2025 meeting date to July 28, 2025

The City Council approved Ordinance # 2025-02 for the issuance and sale of water supply system revenue bonds. Council also authorized a one-time increase in the water consumption charge per CCF and approved a 2025 budget amendment. Other actions included approving a city-wide curbside clean-up agreement and water system meter equipment RFP.

• Approved Ordinance # 2025-02 for Water Supply System Revenue Bonds (All yes)
• Approved Resolution # 2025-01 for one-time increase in consumption charge per CCF (All yes)
• Approved Resolution # 2025-02, Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #1 (All yes)
• Approved agreement with Granger Services for June 21, 2025 curbside clean-up (All yes)
• Approved RFP for 2025 Water System Upgrades- Meter Equipment Installation (All yes)
• Approved Calhoun County Parks and Recreation Commission 2024 Parks Millage Allocation Report (All yes)
• Changed July 21, 2025 meeting date to July 28, 2025 (All yes)
• Approved February 3, 2025 Study and Regular Session minutes (All yes)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will consider approving 2025 meeting dates, accepting a resignation, appointing a new chair, and discussing a recreation millage. Public comments will be heard.

• Approve 2025 meeting dates
• Accept resignation of Marke Lelle
• Appoint chair person of Recreation Advisory Committee
• Discussion of recreation millage
• Approve minutes from September 24, 2024

The Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule and the resignation of Mark Lelle. The appointment of a Commission Chairperson was approved, and the discussion regarding the Recreation Millage was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Meeting Minutes of 9/24/24 (All yes)
• Approved 2025 Meeting Dates with time changed to 5:00 p.m. (All yes)
• Approved resignation of Mark Lelle (All yes)
• Approved appointment of Chair Person of Recreation Advisory Commission (All yes)
• Postponed discussion of Recreation Millage (All yes)
• Excused Christine Thomas (All yes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a special use permit for a detached garage with living quarters at 813 South Hannah Street. The commission will also review site plans for two commercial properties: 1101 Industrial Blvd and 1521 N. Eaton St. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Special Use Permit for 813 S Hannah St (parcel #51-001-512-00) to build a detached garage with living quarters
• Site Plan Review for 1101 Industrial Blvd
• Site Plan Review for 1521 N. Eaton St.

The Planning Commission denied a request to build a detached garage with living quarters at 813 South Hannah Street due to square footage requirements. A site plan review for 1101 Industrial Blvd was approved, while a review for 1521 N. Eaton St. was postponed.

• Approved November 19, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes (All yes)
• Denied Special Use Permit for 813 South Hannah Street (0-5)
• Approved Site Plan Review for 1101 Industrial Blvd (All yes)
• Postponed Site Plan Review for 1521 N. Eaton St. (All yes)
• Excused Joseph Verbeke (All yes)