Monroe public meetings in 2025

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Monroe City Council approved a change order of $521,318 for additional work on the Woodland Beach sanitary sewer lining project, including a 4% contingency. Council also adopted the 2026 council meeting calendar, approved vendor payments totaling $1,601,896.12, and authorized several grants and purchases, including $61,207 in opioid settlement grants and an $18,020 park fertilizer spreader. A rezoning ordinance for 114 Cass St. was adopted and a parcel zoning ordinance for 317 W. Front St. received its first reading.

• ARPA-funded change order $521,318 for Woodland Beach sanitary sewer lining project
• Bid award for Parks Fertilizer Spreader equipment $18,020
• Award of opioid settlement grants totaling $61,207 to local agencies
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-009 rezoning 114 Cass St.
• First reading of Ordinance 25-010 for parcel zoning at 317 W. Front St.

The council approved the request to name the Munson Park tennis courts in honor of Mr. Wayne Asher. It also authorized City Administration to collaborate with the requester to carry out the naming in accordance with the city's policies and procedures for naming public property.

• Approved naming Munson Park tennis courts after Wayne Asher
• Authorized City Administration to collaborate with requester for implementation

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The council will hear a presentation of the City of Monroe’s annual financial statement and single audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, prepared by the auditors Plante & Moran. The meeting follows the Rule of the Chamber for public comments. No other agenda items are listed.

• Presentation of the FY 2024‑25 annual financial statement and single audit by Plante & Moran

The Monroe City Council held a work session on December 15, 2025, during which the FY 2024‑25 financial audit was presented by City Manager David Robinson, Assistant City Manager Edward Sell, and auditors William Brickey and Alissa Flurry of Plante Moran. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council will discuss entering a closed executive session. The session would cover a City Manager evaluation discussion and attorney‑client privileged correspondence. No decisions are recorded; the agenda only lists the consideration of these closed‑session topics.

• Consideration to enter a closed executive session for a City Manager evaluation discussion
• Consideration to enter a closed executive session for attorney/client privileged correspondence

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss the city manager evaluation and attorney‑client privileged correspondence. After the discussion, the council voted unanimously to reconvene the meeting in open session at 7:26 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 7:26 p.m.

• Enter closed executive session to discuss city manager evaluation and privileged correspondence – approved unanimously
• Reconvene to open session at 7:26 p.m. – approved unanimously
• Adjourn meeting at 7:26 p.m. – approved unanimously

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing vendor payments, professional service contracts, and land use applications. The body is also addressing human resources policy updates and a compensation analysis study.

• Approval of land division for 317 W. Front St. from one parcel to three
• Contract for 2026 project topographic survey work with The Mannik and Smith Group for $34,870
• Purchase of an Intimidator 19XPC forestry chipper from Bandit Industries, Inc. for $76,626.00
• Proposal for Organizational Class and Compensation Analysis by Vettraino Consulting not to exceed $52,000.00
• Approval of vendor payments totaling $1,702,715.44

The council approved the regular agenda and consent agenda without dissent. It adopted Ordinance 25-009, rezoning 114 Cass St., and approved $61,207 in opioid settlement grants. The council also approved a resolution to create a Semiquincentennial Committee and certified the 2025 City Manager performance evaluation. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 PM.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-009 rezoning of 114 Cass St. (unanimous)
• Approved opioid settlement grants totaling $61,207 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing Semiquincentennial Committee (unanimous)
• Approved resolution certifying 2025 City Manager annual evaluation results (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-010 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 PM (unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will review financial reports from September and October 2025. The body is deciding on a $119,388 reimbursement to the City and certifying eligible costs for the Brownfield Bond. Members will also approve the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Certification of $2,564,179.57 in costs eligible for reimbursement from the Brownfield Bond
• Proposed reimbursement to the City in the amount of $119,388
• Invoice for $31,150.00 to AKT Peerless Environmental Services for dredge sampling at 10 Port Avenue
• Approval of the 2026 annual meeting calendar
• Acceptance of October 31, 2025 and September 30, 2025 financial reports

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the regular agenda and consent agenda without dissent. The board also unanimously adopted the calendar for the 2026 regular meetings. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 regular meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council special meeting agenda contains only the Rule of the Chamber governing public comments. Speakers must state their name and address, are limited to three minutes, and written comments must be submitted to the Clerk/Treasurer before the meeting. The agenda also provides contact information for disability assistance requests. No other items or decisions are listed.

• Rule of the Chamber: speakers must state name and address, limited to three minutes
• Written comments submitted to the Clerk/Treasurer are read into the record
• Disability assistance requests require one‑week notice (contact 120 E. First St., Monroe, MI 48161, (734) 384‑9140)

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss attorney‑client privileged correspondence. After the session, the council voted unanimously to reconvene the open session. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Closed executive session approved (unanimous)
• Reopen open session approved (unanimous)
• Adjournment approved (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission failed to approve a special use request for an overnight shelter at 1018 East Second St. due to a lack of votes. The body did approve a rezoning request for 114 Cass Street to allow a four-unit residential building.

• Special use request for overnight shelter at 1018 East Second St. failed (3-0)
• Rezoning of 114 Cass St. from CBD to R-3 approved
• Site plan approval for shelter at 1018 East Second St. failed (3-0)
• Capital Improvements Program budget overview presented for FY 26/27
• Public hearing held for Case #SU 25-008 and Case #RZ 25-003

The Citizens Planning Commission voted to approve a special‑use application for a shelter, overnight, at 1018 E. Second St., conditioned on compliance with standards 4, 8, 9, 10, 12 and 14 of Section 3.58.B. The commission also conditionally approved the site‑plan for that shelter, requiring a Certificate of Occupancy inspection for building and fire‑code standards. Both motions passed with a 4‑to‑0 vote; Commissioner Pat White abstained on each because of employment with the applicant.

• Approved special‑use shelter at 1018 E. Second St. (4‑0)
• Conditionally approved site‑plan for shelter at 1018 E. Second St. (4‑0)
• Amended agenda to move items 5612 and 5613 to Commissioner Action (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

City Administration will provide a status update on five community organizations that received $102,180 in 2025 opioid settlement grants. The Council will also discuss the process for the 2026 grant round, which is expected to have $180,000 to $200,000 available for award.

• Status update on 2025 grants totaling $102,180 awarded to MCOP, Monroe Public Schools, Paula's House, Recovery Advocacy Warriors, and Selah's Center for Hope
• Review of 3rd Quarter progress reports from 2025 grant recipients
• Discussion of 2026 grant RFP process with an estimated $180,000-$200,000 available for award

The December 1, 2025 work session was called to order by Mayor Robert E. Clark at 6:00 PM. Council members attended, with two arriving late. Assistant City Manager Mark Cochran gave an update on the 2025‑2026 opioid settlement grant awards and the application process for the next year. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will discuss the Rule of the Chamber, which sets how citizens may address the council, submit written comments, and request auxiliary aids. No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda item is procedural.

• Rule of the Chamber – guidelines for live and written citizen comments
• Procedure for requesting auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to review the City Manager's end‑of‑year performance evaluation. After the closed session, they unanimously voted to reconvene the meeting in open session at 7:28 PM. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 7:29 PM.

• Enter closed executive session for City Manager performance evaluation – approved (unanimous)
• Reopen meeting in open session at 7:28 PM – approved (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:29 PM – approved (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council approved a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 580 regarding signage and authorized payments to vendors totaling $2,348,864.83. The Council also approved a lease-to-own agreement for a bakery at 201 W. Front St., denied a lease request for a memorial site, and authorized the repayment of a $112,700 grant for the Taxiway Rehabilitation Project.

• Approval of payments to vendors in the amount of $2,348,864.83
• Proposed Ordinance 25-008, to Amend Chapter 580 - Signage (ADOPTED)
• Authorization for Lease to Sale of 201 W. Front St.
• Repayment of Taxiway Design Grant in the amount of $112,700
• Denial of lease request for 1405 E. Elm Ave. for memorial construction

The council approved the regular agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved vendor payments totaling $1,702,715.44 and accepted the Sawyer Homestead financial statement. The council also approved the land division of 317 W. Front St. and an organizational class and compensation analysis up to $52,000. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved vendor payments of $1,702,715.44
• Accepted Sawyer Homestead financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved land division of 317 W. Front St. (unanimous)
• Approved organizational class and compensation analysis up to $52,000 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority board authorized up to $1,000 to support the Girlfriends Night Out event. It rejected the Letter of Intent for 13 W. Front St, keeping the property offer open for future proposals. The board also approved the September 2025 Monthly EV Station ChargePoint Report and heard public comments requesting a Portland Loo restroom at Loranger Square.

• Authorize up to $1,000 to support Girlfriends Night Out event
• Reject Letter of Intent for 13 W. Front St
• Approve Monthly EV Station ChargePoint Report – September 2025
• Public comment urging installation of a Portland Loo restroom at Loranger Square
• Approve revenue and expenditure reports for August and September 2025

The board approved a $2,800 contract with Mohr Budds Law Firm to form a DDA non‑profit corporation, voting 6‑0 with two abstentions. It also approved a $2,000 request to fund the Santa’s House vendor, voting 6‑0 with two abstentions. Additional unanimous actions included approving the November invoice summary (adding a $5,600 Ruhlig Farms invoice), cancelling the December meeting, and adopting the 2026 regular meeting calendar.

• Approved Mohr Budds Law Firm non‑profit formation contract up to $2,800 (6‑0, 2 abstain)
• Approved $2,000 Santa’s House sponsorship from Community Promotion funds (6‑0, 2 abstain)
• Approved November invoice summary with $5,600 Ruhlig Farms addition (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of the December meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 regular meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda with Santa's House funding request added (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council agenda consists solely of the Rule of the Chamber, which sets procedures for citizen comments. It outlines how members of the public may address the council, the time limit of three minutes, and the process for submitting written comments. No other items or decisions are listed for this special meeting.

• Rule of the Chamber – public comment procedures and time limits

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session for attorney‑client privileged communication. They then voted unanimously to reconvene the meeting in open session at 7:31 PM. Finally, the council unanimously approved adjourning the meeting at 7:31 PM.

• Approved closed executive session for attorney‑client privileged communication (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to open session at 7:31 PM (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 7:31 PM (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will accept the minutes from its November 6, 2025 meeting and review a preliminary report.

• Acceptance of minutes from November 6, 2025 meeting
• Review of preliminary report (AP Preliminary Report)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority met on Oct 9, 2025 to accept several financial reports and invoice summaries. The board approved the distribution of $645,151.43 from the summer 2025 tax‑increment financing capture and a $142,458.68 carry‑over for the 2025‑26 administrative fund. It also accepted the Port of Monroe dredging cost‑share update and received an update on the St. Mary Academy brownfield redevelopment plan.

• Approve Invoice Summary through September 30, 2025 (Item 5508)
• Accept June 30 and August 31, 2025 financial reports (Items 5497, 5498)
• Approve $645,151.43 summer 2025 TIF capture distribution (Item 5493)
• Approve $142,458.68 admin fund carry‑over for FY 2025‑26 (Item 5496)
• Update on St. Mary Academy brownfield plan with $97 M construction budget (Item 5526)

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the regular agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a special use request for an overnight shelter at 1018 East Second St. and a rezoning of 114 Cass Street. The body will also consider a land division and zoning changes for 317 W. Front Street.

• Public hearing on overnight shelter at 1018 East Second St.
• Vote to approve overnight shelter with conditions at 1018 East Second St.
• Public hearing on rezoning 114 Cass Street from CBD to R-3.
• Recommendation to rezone 317 W. Front Street from I-1 to R-3.
• Acceptance of minutes from Oct 13, 2025

City Council - Special Meeting

The council will follow its standard rules for public comments, requiring speakers to identify themselves and limiting remarks to three minutes. It will also consider certificates of votes cast and the official 2025 vote canvass attached to the agenda. No substantive actions or policy items are listed.

• Rule of the Chamber – public comment procedures (speaker identification, 3‑minute limit)
• Certificates of Votes Cast – Official Canvass of Votes Cast 2025 (Pages 2‑5)

The council approved the Certificates of Votes Cast and Certificate of Determination for the November 4, 2025 city election. The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved Certificates of Votes Cast and Certificate of Determination for Nov 4 2025 election (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council held a work session reporting on the 2025 Summer Season Recreation Programming, noting an estimated 16,000 attendees at concerts in St. Mary's Park. In a special meeting, the council unanimously voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss attorney‑client privileged communications, then unanimously voted to reconvene in open session. Routine invoice approvals for city services and contracts were also processed.

• Work Session Item 5542 – 2025 Summer Season Recreation Programming Recap, including 16,000 concert attendees at St. Mary's Park
• Motion approved unanimously to enter a closed executive session for attorney‑client privileged communications
• Motion approved unanimously to reconvene the meeting in open session
• Invoice approval: American Heating & Cooling Inc – Roof top unit HVAC replacement at Dorsch Library – $26,086.56
• Invoice approval: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Med Advantage premiums for November – $97,538.42

The council unanimously accepted the consent agenda, which included approval of $2,017,424.96 in vendor payments, a $30,617 equipment purchase for the Director of Public Safety, a 10% interest resolution on unpaid special assessments, and a 5% penalty on delinquent taxes. The council also unanimously approved a $291,200.80 furniture purchase for the ALCC expansion and gave the first reading of Ordinance 25-008 to amend signage code. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved $2,017,424.96 vendor payments (unanimous)
• Authorized $30,617 equipment purchase for Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved 10% interest on unpaid special assessments (unanimous)
• Approved 5% penalty on delinquent taxes and assessments (unanimous)
• Approved $291,200.80 furniture purchase for ALCC expansion (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 25-008 (signage amendment) placed on floor (unanimous)
• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Election Commission - Regular Meeting

The Election Commission is meeting to perform technical preparations for upcoming elections. The body will verify equipment seals and test ballot programming.

• Selection of precinct
• Verification of seals on test ballot container and test certificate
• Test programming
• Signing of documents and sealing of test ballot container

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council work session will include a presentation reviewing the city's summer recreation programs, such as Tot Lots, summer camps, sports recreation, and city-sponsored special events. The review will be given by Stephanie Kasprzak of the Monroe County Opportunity Program, Kristin Irwin of the Monroe Family YMCA, and Mark Cochran, Assistant to the City Manager/Director of Economic & Community Development. No formal decisions are indicated for this agenda item.

• Presentation reviewing summer recreation programming (Tot Lots, summer camps, sports recreation, city events) by Kasprzak, Irwin, and Cochran

City Council - Special Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding the rules of the chamber and public comment. No specific decisions or discussion topics are listed.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council adopted Ordinance 25-006 modifying design standards for the Scott Street Planned Unit Development and Ordinance 25-007 establishing a payment in lieu of taxes for the 75 Scott St. project. The Council also approved the conveyance of three city‑owned parcels (75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St.) to the 75 Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership for $50,000. Additional actions included approving a demolition contract for 719 W. Fourth St. and authorizing traffic signal upgrades on Elm/Custer and Dixie/Noble.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-006 modifying Scott St. PUD design standards
• Adopted Ordinance 25-007 payment in lieu of taxes for 75 Scott St. development
• Approved conveyance of parcels 75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St. for $50,000
• Awarded demolition bid for 719 W. Fourth St. up to $35,880
• Authorized $80,000 purchase for traffic signal upgrades at Elm/Custer and Dixie/Noble

The council unanimously accepted a $250,000 Community Hub grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Foundation. It also approved contracts for the 2025‑26 sanitary sewer rehabilitation program, upgrades to two MDOT intersections, and an exploratory excavation on Armitage Drive. Additional actions included authorizing workers‑comp coverage, a non‑union employment agreement, and entering a closed executive session for land acquisition and litigation matters.

• Accepted $250,000 Ralph C. Wilson Foundation grant (unanimous)
• Approved $397,960 sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract with D.V.M. Utilities (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300,000 for MDOT mast‑arm traffic signal upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved up to $25,000 exploratory excavation on Armitage Drive (unanimous)
• Approved workers compensation coverage from MML Workers Compensation Fund (unanimous)
• Approved non‑union employment agreement for Jeffery Johnson (unanimous)
• Approved City Attorney authority for code‑enforcement legal action (unanimous)
• Approved closed executive session for land acquisition, attorney‑client privilege, and pending litigation (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority board approved a $3,000 sponsorship for the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival and a $900 community‑promotion budget for the Nomadic Night‑Mares band. The board also approved payment for the ChargePoint subscription fee. Several informational presentations on the nonprofit arm, a universal gift card, and local projects were discussed.

• Approve up to $3,000 sponsorship for Michigan Craft Distillers Festival (motion 5406)
• Approve $900 community‑promotion budget for Nomadic Night‑Mares band (motion 5409)
• Approve payment for ChargePoint subscription fee (motion 5447)
• Presentations on Downtown Development Authority nonprofit arm and universal downtown gift card

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on dividing parcel 29‑00404‑033 at 317 W Front St. into three parcels. The commission will also consider zoning the new parcels, designating parcels 1 and 2 as R‑3 Low‑Density Residential and keeping parcel 3 as I‑1 Light Industrial. Commissioners will recommend that City Council approve both the land‑division and the zoning changes. The meeting also approved amendments and a preliminary site plan for the Scott St. Planned Unit Development.

• Public hearing on land division of 317 W Front St. (Parcel 29‑00404‑033) into three parcels
• Public hearing on zoning classification: parcels 1 & 2 to R‑3 Low‑Density Residential, parcel 3 to I‑1 Light Industrial
• Recommendation to City Council to approve the land division request (Case #LD 25‑001)
• Recommendation to City Council to approve the zoning request (Case #RZ 25‑002)
• Approval of Scott St. PUD amendments and preliminary site plan for 75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St.

The Citizens Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed division of 317 W. Front Street into three parcels. The commission moved to recommend that City Council approve the land division from one parcel to three parcels. It also moved to recommend that City Council approve reclassifying parcels 1 and 2 to R‑3 Low‑Density Residential while keeping parcel 3 as I‑1 Light Industrial.

• Moved to recommend City Council approve land division of 317 W. Front St. into three parcels (no vote tally recorded)
• Moved to recommend City Council approve zoning change: parcels 1‑2 to R‑3 Low‑Density Residential, parcel 3 remains I‑1 Light Industrial (no vote tally recorded)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority accepted the June 30 and August 31, 2025 financial reports and approved the invoice summary through September 30, 2025. It adopted a resolution to distribute $645,151.43 of Summer 2025 tax increment captures and approved a $142,458.68 carryover for administrative purposes. The board also adopted the Summer & Winter 2025 TIF certification, accepted the 2023 state report, and elected officers for the term.

• Accept June 30, 2025 financial report and place on file
• Accept August 31, 2025 financial report and place on file
• Approve distribution of $645,151.43 of Summer 2025 tax increment captures
• Approve $142,458.68 tax capture carryover to FY 2025‑26
• Adopt Summer & Winter 2025 TIF certification and resolution

Election Commission - Regular Meeting

The Election Commission will vote to authorize two absentee count boards and additional absentee counting boards to process ballots from Oct 27 to Nov 3, 2025 for the Nov 4, 2025 General Election. It will also approve a resolution delegating appointment authority to the Clerk‑Treasurer for additional election inspectors, adopt the inspector assignment list, and schedule a public accuracy test (date and time to be set).

• Authorize two Absentee Count Boards administered by Clerk‑Treasurer Lavoy (or designee) for the Nov 4, 2025 General Election
• Authorize absentee counting boards to process and tabulate absentee ballots from Oct 27 2025 through Nov 3 2025
• Approve resolution delegating appointment authority to the Clerk‑Treasurer for additional election inspectors
• Approve the Election Inspector assignment list as provided by the Clerk‑Treasurer
• Hold a Public Accuracy Test for the Nov 4, 2025 General Election (date and time TBD)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council will hear three presentations at this work session. Dr. Julie Everly will present information on the upcoming Comprehensive Organizational Wage Review and Analysis. Assistant City Manager Mark Cochran will give an update on the redevelopment of the former La‑Z‑Boy Headquarters. City Administration will provide an overview of 2025 code‑enforcement activity related to blight and property maintenance.

• Presentation by Dr. Julie Everly on the Comprehensive Organizational Wage Review and Analysis
• Presentation by Assistant City Manager Mark Cochran on the redevelopment of the former La‑Z‑Boy Headquarters
• Presentation by City Administration on 2025 code‑enforcement statistics for blight and property maintenance

The October 6, 2025 work session featured presentations on a comprehensive wage review, the former La‑Z‑Boy headquarters redevelopment, and blight and code enforcement updates. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council approved the regular agenda and a consent agenda that included $2,443,440.08 in vendor payments, a $130,000 change order for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program, and a $19,350.44 purchase order for police office carpet. The council also authorized code‑enforcement legal actions at several properties and approved a $56,500 feasibility study for an event center at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Education Center. Additional items included resolutions on a downtown rehabilitation district, a liquor license, and ordinance readings.

• Approval of vendor payments totaling $2,443,440.08.
• Change order up to $130,000 for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program to G.V. Cement Contracting Company, Inc.
• Purchase order of $19,350.44 for carpet installation in the Monroe Police Offices.
• Authorization for code‑enforcement legal action at 1025 E. Third St., 508 W. Third St., 302 Almyra Ave., and 320 Riverview Ave.
• Award of a feasibility and market analysis contract up to $56,500 for an event center at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Education Center.

The council approved a $335,947 contract with Penchura, LLC for site furniture and trellis structures at Saint Mary's Park. It also adopted updated policies for naming or dedicating public property. The regular agenda, consent agenda, and adjournment were each approved unanimously.

• Approved $335,947 contract with Penchura, LLC for Saint Mary's Park furnishings (unanimous)
• Approved updated policy and procedures for naming or dedication of public property (unanimous)
• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted and placed on file consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 25-006 to modify design standards for the Scott St. PUD. The proposal by Woda Cooper Companies involves a 3-story residential building intended for individuals and families earning 30% to 80% Area Median Income.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-006 regarding Scott St. PUD Design Standards
• Proposed 46-unit, 3-story residential building at 75 Scott St.
• Preliminary site plan for parcels 39-00497-000, 39-00526-000, and 39-00525-000
• Proposed zoning change from PUD-Multifamily-Mixed Use to PUD-Multifamily
• Request for parking variance: 49 spaces provided vs 79 spaces required

The Monroe City Council unanimously adopted amendments to the Scott Street Planned Unit Development design standards and preliminary site plan. It also approved the Payment in Lieu of Taxes ordinance for the 75 Scott Street redevelopment. The council authorized the conveyance of three city‑owned parcels (75 Scott, 317 E. First, 60 Wadsworth) to 75 Limited Dividend Housing Association for $50,000, with a two‑year site‑plan approval condition. Finally, the Assistant City Manager was authorized to sign and submit a community‑revitalization support letter for the project.

• Approved conveyance of parcels 75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St. to 75 Limited Dividend Housing Association for $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to Scott St. PUD design standards and preliminary site plan (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-007 Payment in Lieu of Taxes for 75 Scott St. redevelopment (unanimous)
• Authorized Assistant City Manager/Economic & Community Development Director to sign and submit community revitalization letter to Woda Cooper Companies (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to move public hearing items and rename agenda sections (unanimous)

Post Retirement Healthcare Board - Regular Meeting

The Monroe City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 25-006 and consider approval of amendments to the Scott Street Planned Unit Development (PUD) design standards and the preliminary site plan for a 46‑unit, three‑story residential building. The Citizens Planning Committee and city staff have both recommended that the council approve the amendments and the site plan for the parcels at 75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St. The agenda also notes the project’s affordable‑housing purpose and related rezoning from PUD‑Multifamily‑Mixed Use to PUD‑Multifamily.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-006 modifications to Scott St. PUD design standards
• Consideration of Case #PUD 25-001 amendments to Scott St. PUD District standards
• Approval of preliminary site plan for parcels 75 Scott St. V (39‑00497‑000), 317 E. First St. V (39‑00526‑000), and 60 Wadsworth St. V (39‑00525‑000)
• Proposed rezoning from PUD‑Multifamily‑Mixed Use to PUD‑Multifamily
• Development of a 46‑unit, 3‑story affordable housing building with 79 required parking spaces (variance requested for 49 spaces)

The council adopted Ordinance 25-006 modifying the Scott St Planned Unit Development design standards. It also approved Ordinance 25-007 allowing payment in lieu of taxes for the 75 Scott St redevelopment. The city conveyed three parcels on Scott Street, First Street and Wadsworth Street to 75 Limited Dividend Housing Association for $50,000 with a two‑year site‑plan condition. The Assistant City Manager was authorized to sign and submit a community‑revitalization letter for the project.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-006 modifications to Scott St PUD design standards (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-007 payment in lieu of taxes for 75 Scott St redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of parcels 75 Scott St, 317 E. First St, and 60 Wadsworth St to developer for $50,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized Assistant City Manager/Economic & Community Development Director to sign and submit community revitalization letter (unanimous)
• Approved proposed amendments and preliminary site plan for Scott St PUD (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda amendment moving public hearing items to appropriate sections (unanimous)
• Approved final reading and adoption of Scott St PUD design standards (unanimous)
• Adopted adjournment of the special meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure and development projects, including a sidewalk replacement change order and a feasibility study for an event center. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the CDBG Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.

• Change order up to $130,000 for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program to G.V. Cement Contracting Company, Inc.
• Purchase order of $19,350.44 to SCI for carpet installation in Monroe Police Offices
• Contract not to exceed $56,500 to Hunden Partners for event center feasibility and market analysis
• Authorization for legal action to enforce blight abatement at 1025 E. Third St., 508 W. Third St., 302 Almyra Ave., and 320 Riverview Ave.
• First reading of Ordinance 25-007 regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes for 75 Scott St. Redevelopment

The council unanimously approved vendor payments totaling $2,443,440.08. It also approved a $130,000 change order for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program, a $19,350.44 carpet purchase for the police station, and several resolutions including the Downtown Commercial Property Rehabilitation District, a liquor license for weslicker and associates, and a feasibility study for an event center. All actions were adopted by unanimous vote.

• Approved vendor payments of $2,443,440.08 (unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 change order for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program (unanimous)
• Approved $19,350.44 carpet purchase order for Monroe Police Offices (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing Downtown Commercial Property Rehabilitation District (unanimous)
• Approved resolution honoring The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for weslicker and associates, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $56,500 feasibility and market analysis for event center at River Raisin National Battlefield Park (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 25-007 (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) on first reading, scheduling second reading for 9/29/2025 (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council meeting will vote on routine items and several specific actions, including a change order of up to $130,000 for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program, a $19,350.44 carpet purchase for the Monroe Police Offices, approval of a New National Opioids Secondary Manufacturer Settlements Agreement, and a feasibility study contract of up to $56,500 for an event center at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park. The Council will also conduct first readings of ordinances for the 75 Scott Street redevelopment and a planned unit development amendment, and consider establishing a Downtown Commercial Property Rehabilitation District.

• Change order up to $130,000 for additional work on the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program (G.V. Cement Contracting Company, Inc.)
• Purchase order of $19,350.44 for carpet installation in the Monroe Police Offices (SCI)
• Approval of the New National Opioids Secondary Manufacturer Settlements Agreement
• Award to Hunden Partners for an event‑center feasibility and market analysis (maximum $56,500)
• First reading of Ordinance 25‑007 for Payment in Lieu of Taxes for 75 Scott St. redevelopment

The council approved $2,443,440.08 in vendor payments and authorized several contracts, including a $130,000 change order for the sidewalk replacement program, a $19,350.44 purchase order for police station carpet, and a confidential non‑union employment agreement. It also authorized code‑enforcement legal actions at four properties and approved participation in the New National Opioids Secondary Manufacturer Settlement Agreement. Additionally, the council unanimously adopted the Downtown Commercial Property Rehabilitation District resolution and approved a liquor license for weslicker and associates, inc.

• Approved vendor payments of $2,443,440.08
• Approved change order up to $130,000 for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program
• Approved purchase order $19,350.44 for police station carpet installation
• Approved confidential non‑union employment agreement
• Authorized code‑enforcement legal actions at four listed addresses
• Approved participation in New National Opioids Secondary Manufacturer Settlement Agreement
• Approved resolution establishing Downtown Commercial Property Rehabilitation District (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for weslicker and associates, inc. (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Planned Unit Development revision on Scott Street, a ground‑mounted solar special use at 2300 St. Antoine Lane, and an outdoor storage request at 904 Huber Drive. After hearing comments, the commission will move to recommend City Council approve the Scott St. PUD amendments and preliminary site plan, conditionally approve the solar landscaping plan, and approve the outdoor storage special use and site plan. These actions will shape zoning and development decisions for the three properties.

• Case #PUD 25-001 – Scott St. PUD revision: amendment to district standards and preliminary site plan for 75 Scott St., 317 E. First St., and 60 Wadsworth St.; public hearing and recommendation to City Council.
• Case #SPL 25-008 – 2300 St. Antoine Lane ground‑mounted solar: conditional approval of landscaping plan with planting requirements.
• Case #SU 25-007 – 904 Huber Dr. outdoor storage: approval of special use and site plan with conditions on setbacks and planting.

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council will review proposed revisions to the policy governing the naming and dedication of city-owned properties. Additionally, City Administration will provide a progress update on the expansion of the Arthur Lesow Community Center.

• Review of proposed amendments to the Naming Policy for city-owned properties
• Construction update on the Arthur Lesow Community Center expansion

Assistant City Manager Mark Cochran presented the proposed Naming Policy Amendment and gave an update on the ALCC/Opportunity Center and Navarre Library construction projects. The council discussed the items but took no formal action. Mayor Clark adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council will discuss whether to enter a closed executive session. The session would address litigation and a land acquisition. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Consideration to enter closed executive session for litigation and land acquisition

The City Council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session for discussion of land acquisition and pending litigation. The council then unanimously approved reconvening in open session at 7:28 p.m. and subsequently adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.

• Approved entering closed executive session for land acquisition and litigation (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to open session at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will accept the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meetings. It will review a preliminary report and approve a series of vendor invoices. The most significant items are large contracts with GV Cement Contracting Co for East Third Street reconstruction, a concrete paving program, and a sidewalk replacement program, together totaling roughly $756,000. Additional invoices for CDBG repairs, software maintenance, and professional services will also be approved.

• Approval of minutes from the Aug 18, 2025 City Council meetings
• GV Cement Contracting Co – East Third Street reconstruction ($145,382.66)
• GV Cement Contracting Co – 2025 Concrete Paving Program ($215,280.00)
• GV Cement Contracting Co – 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program ($394,925.76)
• AAC Property Restoration – CDBG fix program invoices ($47,550.00)

The council approved several procurement actions, including a $60,000 purchase order for the 2025 Pavement Marking Program. It also authorized purchases for a Ford F‑750 truck, a $32,000 tree‑planting program, a water‑main replacement change order, and a demolition contract for 211 Winchester Street. Additionally, the council approved an early‑voting resolution, an amended purchase agreement for the 60 Wadsworth Street property, and scheduled a special meeting for public hearings.

• Approved $60,000 purchase order for 2025 Pavement Marking Program (Industrial Commercial Striping)
• Approved $105,495 Ford F‑750 purchase (Bill Brown Ford) with total $110,000 authorization
• Approved up to $32,000 tree‑planting program for fall 2025 (North Branch Nursery, Ray Wiegandes Nursery, Elminger Ornamentals)
• Approved $149,655 change order for water main replacement on Jones Avenue (Salenbien Trucking & Excavating)
• Approved $19,730 demolition contract for 211 Winchester Street (David C. Hoffman & Sons) with 15% contingency
• Approved resolution for early voting at City Hall on Oct 31 and Nov 1
• Approved amended purchase agreement for 60 Wadsworth Street property
• Approved scheduling of special meeting on Sep 29 for public hearings on Scott St. redevelopment and PILOT ordinance

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will receive presentations on creating a nonprofit partner organization and implementing a universal downtown gift card program via Yiftee. The board will also review July 2025 financial reports and consider sponsorship requests.

• Presentation on potential development of a DDA nonprofit arm
• Presentation on Yiftee universal downtown gift card program
• Sponsorship request for Michigan Craft Distillers Festival
• Sponsorship request for Nomadic Night-Mares
• Review of $390.09 in EV Station ChargePoint revenue for June 2025

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The council will hear a brief presentation from Woda Cooper Companies on its proposal to redevelop the former city fire station site at 75 Scott Street and adjacent parcels. Staff will provide background on the request for proposals that was issued on July 29 for the three parcels. Council members will discuss possible directions for the parcels before a final decision at the regular meeting.

• Woda Cooper Companies will present its redevelopment proposal for the former fire station site.
• Review of the request for proposals issued July 29 for parcels 39-00497-000 (75 Scott), 39-00526-000 (317 E First St V), and 39-00525-000 (60 Wadsworth St V).
• Discussion of potential development directions for the three parcels.
• Economic & Community Development prepared a fact sheet outlining the proposal.
• Council will consider the proposal before making a decision at the regular council meeting.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will consider approving minutes from a previous meeting and a preliminary report on accounts payable. The agenda lists numerous invoices for city operations, including payments to vendors for water, supplies, and equipment.

• Approval of minutes from Aug 4, 2025
• Invoice approval for 2Pitney Bowes Leasing ($1,058.52)
• Invoice approval for Airgas USA LLC ($1,394.92)
• Invoice approval for Allstar Alarm LLC ($1,863.00)
• Invoice approval for Amaya Food & Beverage LLC ($2,000.00)

The council approved the New National Opioids Settlement Agreement and authorized the City Attorney to execute the documents. They also adopted Ordinance 25-005, which regulates fireworks, by unanimous vote. The council approved the purchase of 60 Wadsworth Street and a related lease for parking spaces. Additional actions included scheduling a public hearing on a Commercial Rehabilitation District and authorizing a Federal Land Access Program grant application, all approved unanimously.

• Approved New National Opioids Settlement Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-005 Fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 60 Wadsworth Street and related lease (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling of public hearing for Commercial Rehabilitation District on Sep 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved authorization to submit Federal Land Access Program grant application (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case #SU 25-006 for 70 Kentucky Ave V. Commissioners will consider a motion to approve a special use request for a parking lot with no other principal use on the parcel. They will also consider a motion to deny the site plan as presented. Staff have recommended approval of the special use.

• Public Hearing on Case #SU 25-006, 70 Kentucky Ave V.
• Motion to approve a special use request for a parking lot at 70 Kentucky Ave V, Parcel #49-01491-003.
• Motion to deny the site plan for the same property as presented.

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council will hold a work session to continue discussion of a proposed fireworks ordinance. Administration will present a final draft that would regulate the discharge of fireworks throughout the year. Council members will review the ordinance’s provisions and consider feedback from the July 21 work session.

• Review of final draft fireworks ordinance regulating year‑round discharge of fireworks

The City Council met for a work session on August 4, 2025. Council members discussed the proposed fireworks ordinance and its definitions under the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act. No vote, approval, denial, or tabling of the ordinance was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council approved minutes from the July 21 meeting and accepted the consent agenda, which includes a $1,900,553.73 vendor payment package. Council members also considered and authorized several contracts, grant applications, a property sale, and a one‑year extension of a cross‑connection control program. Additional actions included the first reading of an ethics ordinance amendment and approval of collective bargaining, lease, and land‑division agreements.

• Approve vendor payments totaling $1,900,553.73
• Authorize $14,592.21 Norfolk Southern grant for firefighter turnout gear
• Award Ditch Witch of Michigan a purchase order for sanitary sewer inspection equipment (quote 20226070)
• Approve water distribution material bids totaling $369,843.10
• Approve sale of 634 Church St. for $7,000 to Katrina Calnan Ramos

The council adopted Ordinance 25-003 with a unanimous vote. It also approved the regular and consent agendas, vendor payments of $930,816.47, and several contract purchases totaling about $406,000. A first reading of Ordinance 25-005 was placed on the calendar for a second reading and public hearing on August 18. All actions were recorded as unanimous approvals.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $930,816.47 vendor payments (unanimous)
• Approved $77,160.70 sewer jetting contract and $85,000 encumbrance (unanimous)
• Approved $58,625.12 HVAC replacement at Dorsch Memorial Library (unanimous)
• Approved $270,000 purchase of John Deere wheel loader (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-003 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 25-005 on first reading and scheduled second reading/public hearing for Aug 18 (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council is holding a special meeting on July 21, 2025. The agenda includes a consideration to enter a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining. The meeting also follows standard public comment procedures and will adjourn after the discussion.

• Consideration to enter closed executive session for collective bargaining

The City Council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining. After the discussion, the Council unanimously voted to reconvene in open session. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Approved closed executive session for collective bargaining (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening into open session (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to regulate the discharge and use of consumer fireworks within the city. The ordinance would address requests for fireworks on public property that are not permitted under Michigan Public Act 256. The discussion will include an overview of Act 256, the purpose of the local ordinance, and suggested provisions such as a $1,000 civil fine with $500 allocated to law enforcement. Monroe currently has no local ordinance covering fireworks outside the dates allowed by state law.

• Proposed ordinance to regulate discharge and use of consumer fireworks in Monroe
• Overview of Michigan Public Act 256 (effective Jan. 1, 2012) and its limits on local regulation
• Suggested ordinance provisions, including a $1,000 civil fine per violation and $500 remitted to local law enforcement
• Discussion of requests for fireworks discharge on public property not permitted by state law
• Current lack of a Monroe city ordinance covering fireworks outside state‑allowed dates

The council held a work session where the City Manager introduced and staff presented a proposed fireworks ordinance. No vote or formal decision was recorded; the item was discussed only. The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will consider approval of the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meetings. It will also review and approve a preliminary invoice report that lists payments to vendors such as Pitney Bowes ($875.10), AFP Reising Ethington for legal fees ($5,225.00), Alexander Chemical Corporation for sodium hypochlorite ($7,963.27), and Amazon Marketplace purchases for uniforms, supplies and crosswalk signs ($1,958.00). No other agenda items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2025 council meetings
• Invoice approval for Pitney Bowes Inc. – $875.10 for equipment service
• Invoice approval for AFP Reising Ethington – $5,225.00 for city trademark legal fees
• Invoice approval for Alexander Chemical Corporation – $7,963.27 for sodium hypochlorite purchase
• Invoice approval for Amazon Marketplace – $1,958.00 for crosswalk signs for DPS

The council unanimously approved the regular and consent agendas, including $1,900,553.73 in vendor payments and several purchase orders. It also approved a one‑year intergovernmental agreement with the Downtown Development Authority, the sale of 634 Church St. for $7,000, and a new 2025‑2027 collective bargaining agreement. Additional approvals covered lease and event‑center agreements with the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation and a land division for 211 Jones Ave.

• Approved $1,900,553.73 vendor payments (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2027 collective bargaining agreement (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved event center management agreement with River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 634 Church St. for $7,000 (unanimous)
• Approved land division for 211 Jones Ave (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority board unanimously approved the purchase of a Santa Sleigh light display for the bridge to St. Mary's Park. The board also received updates on the 13 W. Front St. redevelopment project and the St. Mary's Project grant of $978,000. Members volunteered for the Altrusa Park Committee, and the May 2025 revenue, expenditure and EV‑charging station reports were accepted for the record.

• Approval of purchase of Santa Sleigh light display for bridge to St. Mary's Park
• Update on 13 W. Front St. Redevelopment Project
• Volunteer appointments for Altrusa Park Committee (Tino Amaya and Joel Williamson)
• Discussion of $978,000 grant for St. Mary's Project redevelopment
• Acceptance of Revenue, Expenditure & Activity Report – May 2025

The Downtown Development Authority board unanimously elected Andy Clark as Chair, Eric Drummonds as Vice Chair, and Mary Hastings as Secretary. The board also approved a one‑year intergovernmental agreement with the Downtown Development Authority for redevelopment services, and authorized the purchase of two benches for $3,506.00. Routine reports were accepted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Elected Andy Clark as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Eric Drummonds as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mary Hastings as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year intergovernmental agreement with DDA (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2 benches for $3,506.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted May 2025 Revenue, Expenditure & Activity Report (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2025 Revenue, Expenditure & Activity Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:05 AM (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed land division at 211 Jones Ave. The body will decide whether to recommend that City Council approve the request to develop residential housing on 3.25 acres of the 11-acre parcel.

• Public hearing for Case #LD 25-001 regarding land division at 211 Jones Ave (Parcel: 39-00090-000)
• Proposed residential housing development on 3.25 acres by Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County and Monroe Public Schools

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case #LD 25-001 concerning a land division at 211 Jones Ave, where a developer seeks to split an 11‑acre parcel into two parcels for residential housing. After hearing comments, the commission will vote on a recommendation to City Council to approve the land division.

• Public Hearing – Case #LD 25-001 – 211 Jones Ave land division
• Recommendation to City Council – approve land division at 211 Jones Ave

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council will discuss whether to enter a closed executive session. The purpose of the session would be to address collective bargaining matters. No other agenda items are listed beyond procedural rules and adjournment.

• Consider entering a closed executive session for collective bargaining

The Monroe City Council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to address collective bargaining matters. After the closed session, the council unanimously approved reconvening in open session at 6:36 PM. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 6:36 PM.

• Enter closed executive session for collective bargaining – approved unanimously
• Reconvene into open session at 6:36 PM – approved unanimously
• Adjourn meeting at 6:36 PM – approved unanimously

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council will hold a work‑session discussion on e‑bike and bicycle use in the city. Council members will review definitions, state vehicle code provisions, park rules, and the existing bicycle ordinance related to e‑bikes. No formal action or vote is noted on the agenda.

• Review of e‑bike definition (Attachment: Ebike Defined)
• Examination of Michigan Vehicle Code sections on e‑bikes (Attachments: MI Veh Code pages 5‑7)
• Examination of park rules concerning e‑bikes (Attachments: Park Rules pages 8‑10)
• Review of the city’s Bicycle Ordinance as it applies to e‑bikes (Attachments: Bicycle Ordinance pages 11‑13)

The council met on July 7, 2025, called to order by Mayor Robert E. Clark. A public comment was given on e‑bikes, and Police Commander JD Wall presented on the topic. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. with no actions approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council will consider the approval of minutes from June 16, 2025. The body is also reviewing an AP Preliminary Report for invoice approvals covering the period from June 17, 2025, to July 7, 2025.

• Payment of $315,009.76 to Blue-Water Solutions LLC for Badger E-Series meters
• Payment of $97,043.58 to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for July premiums
• Payment of $49,699.00 to AAC Property Restoration for CDBG Fix Program at 517 Michigan and 721 E Ninth
• Payment of $18,614.16 to BCA Express Ltd for FY 2024-2025 sludge hauling
• Payment of $8,500.00 to Action Wallpapering & Painting for Police Department painting

The council approved the regular and consent agendas unanimously. It then adopted Ordinance 25-003, amending Chapter 720 of the zoning ordinance, also by unanimous vote. In the same meeting the council approved several contract awards, employment agreements, and budget allocations, all with unanimous support.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-003 amending Chapter 720 Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved LandUse USA residential market analysis contract for $57,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Ohio Building Restoration contract for Dorsch Memorial Library up to $19,126.80 (unanimous)
• Awarded FIX Program contract for Reisig project to AAC Property Restoration for $8,360 (unanimous)
• Awarded Asphalt Maintenance Program contract for crack sealing to Highway Maintenance & Construction Co. for $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025-26 Non-Union Pay Plan (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council is meeting for a special session to enter a closed executive session. The discussion will cover attorney-client correspondence, a quarterly update from the City Attorney, and the City Manager's performance evaluation.

• Attorney Client Privileged Correspondence
• City Attorney Quarterly Update
• City Manager Performance Evaluation

The Monroe City Council unanimously approved a motion to enter a Closed Executive Session covering attorney‑client privileged correspondence, labor negotiations, litigation updates, land acquisition, and the City Manager performance evaluation. The council then unanimously approved reconvening to Open Session at 7:30 PM and subsequently adjourned the meeting at 7:30 PM.

• Approved entry into Closed Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to Open Session at 7:30 PM (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 7:30 PM (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council special meeting will discuss whether to enter a closed executive session. The session would cover attorney‑client privileged correspondence, the City Attorney's quarterly update, and the City Manager's performance evaluation. No other agenda items are listed.

• Consideration to enter closed executive session for attorney‑client privileged correspondence
• Consideration to enter closed executive session for City Attorney quarterly update
• Consideration to enter closed executive session for City Manager performance evaluation

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss attorney‑client privileged correspondence, labor negotiations, updates on several litigation cases, land acquisition, and the city manager’s performance evaluation. The council also unanimously approved reconvening the meeting in open session at 7:30 p.m. and then adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved entry into Closed Executive Session for attorney‑client privileged correspondence, labor negotiations, litigation updates, land acquisition, and city manager performance evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to Open Session at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will consider approving a preliminary report of invoices totaling over $20,000 for various city departments, including police, fire, and general operations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from a previous council session.

• Approval of minutes from June 2, 2025
• Pitney Bowes SendPro lease: $1,058.52
• Police Culligan water service: $61.00
• Fire Culligan water service: $42.95
• Alexander Chemical sodium hypochlorite: $7,959.73

The Monroe City Council unanimously approved a series of procurement contracts, including a $792,000 water‑treatment ozone generator replacement and a $276,000 change order for the Port Avenue reconstruction. The council also adopted a $13,299 amendment to the General Debt Service Fund budget and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Michigan Department of Treasury for a residential market analysis. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved $792,000 Ozone Generator replacement contract with Veolia Water Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved $276,000 change order for Port Avenue Reconstruction with G.V. Cement Contracting Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $13,299 amendment to General Debt Service Fund expenditures for FY 2024‑25 (unanimous)
• Approved $41,000 purchase and installation of front‑mounted plows for three 2025 Ford F‑250 units (unanimous)
• Approved $19,500 professional services contract for MS4 Permit with DLZ (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer from Woodland Cemetery perpetual care fund for headstone restoration (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Michigan Dept. of Treasury for residential market analysis (unanimous)
• Approved Saint Mary's Park Phase One renovation resolution and related DTE lighting contract (unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

At the June 12 regular meeting the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will approve the invoice summary through June 4, 2025, accept the April 30, 2025 financial report, certify $2,444,791.57 of bond‑eligible costs and approve a $38,333.89 reimbursement to the City of Monroe, and adopt the revised summer and winter 2024 TIF distributions. The board will also consider a funding request for the Community Reimagined Due Care Plan, reconsider the ST Project Management Agency award for 111 E Front St, and discuss the Port of Monroe dock dredging project.

• Approve Invoice Summary through June 4, 2025
• Certify $2,444,791.57 of Brownfield Bond costs and approve $38,333.89 reimbursement
• Adopt revised summer and winter 2024 TIF distributions
• Consider funding request for Community Reimagined Due Care Plan
• Discuss Port of Monroe dock dredging project

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved the regular agenda and all consent agenda items, including invoice and financial reports, bond cost certification, and TIF cost certifications. It also unanimously approved funding for the Community Reimagined Due Care Plan and authorized a $6,860 forgivable loan to ST Project Management Agency. The board approved a $37,950 grant from the Administrative Fund for the Port of Monroe soil sampling project by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda items: invoice summary, financial report, $2,444,791.57 bond cost certification with $38,333.89 reimbursement, 2024 TIF distributions, and $3,067,990.48 TIF eligible costs (unanimous)
• Approved funding for Community Reimagined Due Care Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,860 forgivable loan to ST Project Management Agency (unanimous)
• Approved $37,950 grant for Port of Monroe soil sampling (5-0, 1 abstain)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning code updates and a special use request for a healthcare school. The body will decide on the site plan and special use permit for a project at 437 N. Monroe St.

• Public hearing and decision on special use for Adult Education Healthcare School at 437 N. Monroe St. (Case #SU 25-005)
• Site plan approval for 437 N. Monroe St. (Case #SPL 25-012)
• Public hearing and recommendation to City Council for Summer 2025 Zoning Code updates

The Citizens Planning Commission unanimously approved a special‑use determination for an Adult Education Healthcare School at 437 N. Monroe St. The site‑plan for the same property was approved by a 4‑to‑1 vote. The commission also unanimously recommended the proposed zoning‑code updates to the City Council for formal action.

• Approved special‑use "Schools (K‑12)" for Adult Education Healthcare School at 437 N. Monroe St. (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Adult Education Healthcare School at 437 N. Monroe St. (4‑to‑1)
• Recommended proposed Zoning Code updates to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to review proposed updates to the Zoning Code. These updates are based on a Housing Readiness Grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and the City Residential Housing Strategy.

• Presentation by Ann Marie Kerby of Cincar Consulting Group on housing and miscellaneous zoning updates

The council held a work session to discuss the Summer 2025 Zoning Code Updates. Presentations were given by Economic & Community Development staff and a planning consultant. The meeting also introduced Development Specialist Maria Suffredini. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will consider and approve a series of invoice payments for city vendors at the June 2, 2025 meeting. Items include a $94,924.50 payment to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for June Medicare Advantage premiums, $89,822.41 to DTE Energy for utility services, and $67,485.50 to GV Cement Contracting for the 2025 concrete paving program. Additional approvals cover contracts for police station office furniture, La‑Z‑Boy Phase 2 infrastructure, and various service and supply invoices.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – $94,924.50 June Medicare Advantage premiums
• DTE Energy – $89,822.41 utility charges for June 2025
• GV Cement Contracting – $67,485.50 2025 concrete paving program
• E R Zeiler Excavating – $69,022.00 La‑Z‑Boy Phase 2 infrastructure
• Interior Systems Contract Group – $60,315.00 police station office furniture

The Monroe City Council unanimously approved vendor payments of $1,342,004.90 and multiple purchase orders for wastewater chemicals and sludge disposal. It also approved a $60,275.03 advance to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, a DTE easement agreement, and a resolution recognizing the Child Advocacy Network. Additional unanimous approvals included appointments to city boards, a $186,436.16 purchase of public‑safety equipment, and an amendment to the Computer/Electronic Communication policy.

• Approved vendor payments totaling $1,342,004.90 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders for wastewater chemicals ($54,050 and $121,500) and sludge hauling/disposal ($252,597, $254,282, $41,561) (unanimous)
• Approved DTE easement agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute (unanimous)
• Approved $60,275.03 advance to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing the Child Advocacy Network for a charitable gaming license (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to city boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Approved $186,436.16 purchase of monitors, defibrillators and Lucas devices, waiving the bid process (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the Computer/Electronic Communication and Voice Mail Policy (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will accept the April 16, 2025 minutes. It will review several invoices, including a $14.40 Google Workspace charge and a $216 legal services bill. The Authority will also note receipt of $428.34 from EV charging station revenue and discuss the Altrusa Park enhancement RFP.

• Accept minutes of the April 16, 2025 meeting (consent agenda).
• Approve Google Workspace invoice #5236408608 for $14.40.
• Approve legal services invoice from Mohr Budds Law for $216.00.
• Record Flex Billing revenue receipt of $428.34 from ChargePoint for March 2025 EV charging.
• Review Request for Proposals for Altrusa Park enhancements; responses due May 12, 2025.

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council is deliberating whether to provide a letter of support for a Monroe County planning grant to develop a pedestrian bridge across the River Raisin. The bridge would connect Waterloo Park to the Worrell Trail, though city staff have identified several connectivity and alignment challenges.

• Request for letter of support for SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant
• Proposed pedestrian bridge connecting Waterloo Park to Worrell Trail
• Reference to previous $1 million investment in Martin Luther King, Jr. Pedestrian Bridge
• Review of City Parks, Trails and Recreation Master Plan alignment

The council met on May 19, 2025, to discuss a request for a County of Monroe planning grant supporting the Waterloo Park Bridge project. Economic & Community Development presented a Bicycle and Pedestrian plan. No motions were made, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will consider approval of minutes from the May 5, 2025 meetings. The council will also review and approve a series of vendor invoices listed in the AP Preliminary Report, covering services such as water delivery, equipment repairs, and contract retainers. Each invoice includes the vendor name, description of service, and dollar amount.

• Approve $9,472.00 invoice for A & M Transmissions Inc – emergency lift station service truck repairs (05/13/2025)
• Approve $600.00 telecommunication retainer agreement with Abilita (24 months) (05/13/2025)
• Approve $1,500.00 gate repair by Access & Alarm Inc (05/13/2025)
• Approve $61.00 water delivery by 4TE CULLIGAN OF IDA (03/31/25)
• Approve $352.19 bottled water service by William E. Walters (05/13/2025)

The council unanimously approved the regular agenda, including $1,472,609.81 in vendor payments. It also approved several change orders and purchases, such as a $518,190 change order for the East Third Street reconstruction and a $120,631.24 purchase for police office furniture. Additional approvals covered flashing crosswalk systems, a rail underpass commitment with Monroe County, and various fire‑department and park projects. All actions were adopted without dissent.

• Approved $1,472,609.81 vendor payments (unanimous)
• Approved East Third Street Reconstruction change order $518,190, encumbered $595,000 (unanimous)
• Approved full $120,631.24 purchase for police office furniture (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of six flashing crosswalk systems up to $48,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Hellenberg Park Kayak Launch change order $64,504, encumbered $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved commitment agreement for W Elm Rail Underpass project (unanimous)
• Approved determination of similar use for 437 N. Monroe St. (unanimous)
• Approved final PUD site plan for 1531 LaPlaisance St. (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will consider three items for 2300 St. Antoine Lane: a public hearing on a special use request for a ground‑mounted solar array, a motion to approve that special use with landscaping conditions, and a motion to approve the site plan for the same array with the same conditions. The commission will also recommend City Council approve a Determination of Similar Use for a school at 437 N. Monroe Street and recommend approval of a final PUD plan for 1331 LaPlaisance Road pending county road commission approval.

• Case #SU 25-003 – special use request for ground‑mounted solar array at 2300 St. Antoine Lane, conditional on landscaped screening per Section 3.50 of the Zoning Code
• Case #SPL 25-008 – site plan approval for the same solar array at 2300 St. Antoine Lane, also conditional on landscaped screening
• Case #D 25-002 – recommendation to City Council for Determination of Similar Use for "Schools (K‑12)" at 437 N. Monroe Street (Parcel 69‑01380‑000)
• Case #PUD 24-001 – recommendation to City Council to approve final PUD site plan for 1331 LaPlaisance Road, conditioned on Monroe County Road Commission approval

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a special use request and site plan for a ground-mounted solar array at 2300 St. Antoine Lane, as well as a recommendation for a similar use determination for a school at 437 N. Monroe St.

• Approve special use request for solar array at 2300 St. Antoine Lane
• Approve site plan for solar array at 2300 St. Antoine Lane
• Recommend approval of similar use for school at 437 N. Monroe St.
• Review final PUD site plan for 1331 LaPlaisance Rd
• Public hearing for solar energy system at 2300 St. Antoine Lane

City Council - Work Session Meeting

City Council will receive a presentation on the MSHDA Housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) overview. The session aims to inform the council about Public Act 90, which expanded tax increment financing to include housing activities for attainable housing development.

• Presentation on Public Act 90 and housing tax increment financing (TIF) provisions

The May 5, 2025 work session was called to order by Mayor Robert E. Clark. Assistant City Manager Mark Cochran presented an overview of the MSHDA Housing TIF. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget Ordinance, adopting the city’s budget through June 30, 2026. The council also approved payments to vendors totaling $2,167,818.62 and authorized several service agreements and legal actions. A public hearing on a rezoning request for 70 Kentucky Ave was held, and the council denied the rezoning. The meeting concluded with a closed‑session vote on collective bargaining matters.

• Adoption of Ordinance 25‑001 – FY 2025‑2026 Budget
• Approval of vendor payments totaling $2,167,818.62
• Authorization of $377,012.50 contract for 2025 Asphalt Paving Program with 15% contingency
• Denial of rezoning application for 70 Kentucky Ave (Case #RZ 25‑001)
• Closed executive session for collective bargaining

The council approved a closed executive session to discuss a property acquisition. It authorized payments to vendors totaling $2,194,534.56. The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25-002, amending Section 570‑32 of the Monroe Code on sewers. A 4‑to‑3 vote approved a similar‑use determination for an outdoor storage facility at 70 Kentucky Avenue.

• Approved closed executive session for property acquisition (unanimous)
• Authorized vendor payments of $2,194,534.56
• Adopted Ordinance 25-002 amending sewer Section 570‑32 (unanimous)
• Approved similar‑use determination for outdoor storage at 70 Kentucky Ave (4‑to‑3)

Citizens Planning Commission - Special Meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a Determination of Similar Use application for 70 Kentucky Ave. The body will consider recommending that City Council classify the proposed vehicle tow yard as 'Outdoor Storage Facilities'.

• Public hearing for Case D 25-003 regarding 70 Kentucky Ave.
• Proposed use of property as a vehicle tow yard with enclosed fencing and landscaping
• Determination of Similar Use request for Parcel 49-01491-003

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council will hold a work session to discuss creating a Special Events Policy and to review a presentation on Michigan housing tax increment financing.

• Discussion on Special Events Policy/Ordinance creation
• Overview of MSHDA Housing TIF provisions under Public Act 90
• Review of housing affordability and income limits for TIF eligibility

The council met for a work session on April 21, 2025. Members discussed a special‑event policy/ordinance and an overview of the MSHDA housing TIF. The meeting adjourned without any approvals, denials, or votes recorded.

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council is scheduled to review an accounts payable preliminary report for expenditures occurring between April 8 and April 21, 2025. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from April 7, 2025.

• Payment of $12,571.72 to Alexander Chemical Corporation for hydrofluorosilicic acid
• Payment of $1,550.63 to Allen Chevrolet-Cadillac for vehicle parts
• Payment of $1,099.89 to Imprint, Inc for community promotion swag
• Payment of $1,058.52 to Pitney Bowes Leasing for SendPro lease
• Payment of $600.00 to Abilita for a 24-month telecommunication retainer agreement

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will accept the minutes from the February 19 and March 7 meetings. It will review monthly EV charging station revenue reports showing $243.48 received for January 2025 and $254.28 received for February 2025. The board will also examine the February and March 2025 revenue and expenditure reports, which include a $44,250 contract for a 13 W Front façade renovation. Finally, invoice summaries for Google Workspace services ($14.40 each for February and March) will be discussed.

• EV Station ChargePoint revenue remittance $243.48 for Jan 2025 (Feb report)
• EV Station ChargePoint revenue remittance $254.28 for Feb 2025 (Mar report)
• Revenue/Expenditure Report Feb 2025 shows $44,250 contract for 13 W Front façade renovation (OLAH CONTRACTING)
• Invoice for Google Workspace $14.40 for Feb 2025
• Invoice for Google Workspace $14.40 for Mar 2025

The board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The consent agenda was adopted unanimously, approving the minutes of the February 19 and March 7 meetings, the February and March 2025 EV station ChargePoint reports, the February and March 2025 revenue and expenditure reports, and the invoice summary through March 2025. In closed session, the board unanimously approved moving to discuss a property acquisition. The board also approved reconvening to open session at 10:57 a.m., adjourned at 11:06 a.m., and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 19, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Mar 7, 2025 work session (unanimous)
• Accepted Feb and Mar 2025 EV station ChargePoint reports (unanimous)
• Accepted Feb and Mar 2025 revenue, expenditure and activity reports (unanimous)
• Approved invoice summary through Mar 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved closed‑session discussion of property acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to open session at 10:57 a.m. and adjourned at 11:06 a.m. (unanimous)

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Monroe Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the special‑use request for a Driver’s Education Academy at 12 W. Front St. (Parcel 29‑00430‑000). Commissioners will discuss zoning code updates and a rezoning request for 70 Kentucky Ave. The commission will vote on approving the special‑use determination and the site‑plan for the academy, as well as a site‑plan for 845 S. Monroe St.

• Public hearing on Case SU 25‑002 – special‑use Driver’s Education Academy at 12 W. Front St.
• Discussion of zoning code updates
• Recommendation to deny rezoning of 70 Kentucky Ave. from MU‑1 to I‑1
• Approval of Determination of Similar Use for Driver’s Academy (Schools K‑12) at 12 W. Front St.
• Approval of site‑plan for 845 S. Monroe St. with conditional requirements

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review financial reports and an invoice summary through April 3, 2025. The meeting includes a presentation on Public Act 90 Housing TIF.

• Public Act 90 Housing TIF Presentation
• Invoice Summary through April 3, 2025
• BRA Financial Report for February 28, 2025

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The council will discuss alternatives for the roughly seven‑acre Oak Forest Park site, which was originally dedicated for public recreation in 1985 but has seen minimal development. The 2023 Parks Master Plan recommended decommissioning the land, while the 2024 Residential Housing Strategy identified it as a possible residential development site. Council members will consider a direction for the property based on neighbor input and city priorities.

• Review of Oak Forest Park decommissioning recommendation from the 2023 Parks Master Plan
• Consideration of residential development options identified in the 2024 Residential Housing Strategy
• Discussion of maintenance history and current natural‑growth status of the park

The Monroe City Council met for a work session to discuss the future use of Oak Forest Park and historic district preservation. Presentations were given by the City Manager and the Assistant City Manager. Property owners voiced interest in keeping the park as open space and requested first right of refusal if a sale were considered. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will approve the minutes from the March 17 and March 24 meetings and consider a preliminary report that includes numerous invoice approvals. Among the items are a $131,819.31 purchase from Axon‑Enterprise for in‑car and body‑worn cameras and tasers, a $76,629.00 purchase of a John Deere excavator, and various utility and service payments.

• $131,819.31 – Axon‑Enterprise: in‑car and body‑worn cameras and tasers
• $76,629.00 – AIS Construction Equipment Corp.: John Deere 50P compact excavator
• $94,742.12 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan: medical advantage premiums for April
• $13,160.00 – Clarke Mosquito Control Products: 2025 mosquito control products
• $11,849.10 – Dell Marketing LP: desktop and laptop computer replacements

The council took its first reading of Ordinance 25‑001, approving the city’s FY 2026 budget. Four resolutions were adopted unanimously to spread demolition, weed‑and‑grass, rental‑inspection and blight‑removal fees onto the 2025 summer tax roll. Council also approved entering a closed executive session to discuss a property acquisition. All actions passed unanimously.

• Adopt Ordinance 25‑001, FY 2026 budget (first reading, unanimous)
• Adopt resolution spreading demolition fees on 2025 summer tax roll (unanimous)
• Adopt resolution spreading weed & grass cutting fees on 2025 summer tax roll (unanimous)
• Adopt resolution spreading rental housing inspection fees on 2025 summer tax roll (unanimous)
• Adopt resolution spreading blight removal fees on 2025 summer tax roll (unanimous)
• Approve motion to enter closed executive session for property acquisition (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council special meeting on March 24, 2025 includes a presentation of the 2025‑2026 budget. The agenda also provides time for public comment and any other items the council can address before adjourning.

• 2025‑2026 Budget Presentation

The council presented the 2025‑2026 proposed budget and water/wastewater rates but took no formal action on them. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned the special meeting (unanimous vote)

Post Retirement Healthcare Board - Regular Meeting

The board will meet to receive a presentation regarding the 2025-2026 budget. The meeting also includes time for public comment.

• 2025-2026 Budget Presentation

The Monroe City Council held a special meeting on March 24, 2025. The board presented the 2025‑2026 proposed budget and water rates, but no formal actions were taken on them. The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 PM after a motion by Council Member Andrew B. Felder was approved unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council is meeting for a work session to review an accounts payable preliminary report for expenses incurred between March 4 and March 17, 2025. The session also includes the acceptance of minutes from meetings held on March 1 and March 3, 2025.

• AKTPeerless Environmental Services: $7,493.44 for asbestos and hazardous survey at 420 W Elm
• Access & Alarm Inc: $1,617.50 for gate operator rebuild
• AED Superstore: $1,152.00 for AED pads
• American Heating Cooling: $1,106.50 for basement tube heater repair
• 4Imprint, Inc: $2,122.47 for various clothing allowances

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will review and approve a preliminary report of invoices covering a range of city expenses, including supplies, equipment, and services. The agenda lists individual vendor charges and total amounts for each invoice batch. Approval of these payments is the primary action for this meeting.

• 4IMPRINT, INC – total $2,122.47 for clothing allowances
• AKTPEERLESS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – $7,493.44 for asbestos & hazardous survey
• ACCESS & ALARM INC – $1,617.50 for gate operator rebuild
• AMERICAN HEATING COOLI – $1,106.50 for basement tube heater repair
• AMERICAN WATER WORKS A – multiple $91.00 AWWA membership renewals

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from the Dec. 12, 2024 meeting and accepted the invoice summary through March 6, 2025. It approved a funding request from Community Reimagined, LLC for a Phase I environmental site assessment at 1026 and 1030 East Second Street. The board also conditionally approved a $6,860 grant for asbestos abatement at 111 E. Front St., contingent on lifting the demolition order. Finally, the 2025 meeting calendar was adopted with the February meeting removed.

• Approval of minutes from the Dec. 12, 2024 regular meeting
• Invoice Summary through March 6, 2025 accepted
• Funding approved for Phase I environmental assessment for Community Reimagined at 1026 & 1030 East Second St.
• Conditional approval of $6,860 grant for asbestos abatement at 111 E. Front St.
• Adoption of 2025 meeting calendar with February meeting removed

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 70 Kentucky Avenue from Neighborhood Mixed Use to Light Industrial. The body will also review a use application for a driving academy and a case regarding 845 S. Monroe St.

• Public hearing and rezoning request for 70 Kentucky Avenue (Case #RZ 25-001) from MU-1 to I-1
• Determination of Similar Use application for RLove's Driving Academy at 12 West Front Street (Case #D 25-001)
• Case #SPL 25-003 regarding 845 S. Monroe St.

Downtown Development Authority - Work Session

The Monroe Downtown Development Authority will discuss the progress of its 2022‑2027 strategic plan and consider updates to its mission, vision, goals, and objectives. Board members will review short‑term projects such as a public‑art placement program, funding for the pedestrian bridge, professional photography of downtown, a market‑analysis RFP for the Macomb lot redevelopment, and a traffic analysis of S Monroe (M‑125) and Front Streets. The meeting also touches on mid‑term and long‑term initiatives like road‑diet streetscape enhancements and riverwalk improvements.

• Placement program for public art (murals and sculptures)
• Secure funding for pedestrian bridge maintenance and improvements
• Professional photography services for downtown images
• RFP for market analysis and qualifications for Macomb lot redevelopment
• Traffic analysis of the intersection of S Monroe (M‑125) and Front Streets

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special session to consider entering a closed executive session. The proposed closed session covers collective bargaining, property acquisition, and pending litigation.

• Discussion of collective bargaining
• Discussion of property acquisition
• Discussion of pending litigation

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council is holding a work session to review the AP Preliminary Report for invoice approvals. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from February 18, 2025.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan: $91,798.28 for March Med Advantage premiums
• DTE Energy: $108,568.31 total across two accounts for various city locations
• Desbrough Excavating & Trucking LLC: $17,800.00 for house demolitions at 1403 E Elm and 400 Winchester St
• ICC Community Development Solutions: $27,035.00 for LF Municipality subscription
• Kohler Architecture Inc: $11,027.98 for Opportunity Center expansion design

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council meeting will consider the approval of the AP Preliminary Report, which lists invoice payments to a variety of vendors. The council will also accept the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting. The report includes payments for chemicals, health insurance premiums, utility services, construction, and software subscriptions.

• $91,798.28 to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for Med Advantage premiums (March)
• $89,814.96 total to DTE Energy for multiple utility charges
• $27,035.00 to ICC Community Development Solutions for LF municipal subscription
• $11,320.31 to Granicus LLC for CS Platform enterprise subscription
• $10,800.00 to Desbrough Excavating & Trucking LLC for house demolition at 1403 E Elm & 400 Winchester St

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss goals and objectives. No other specific items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of goals and objectives

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will accept the Jan 15, 2025 meeting minutes and review several financial reports. Items include the January EV‑charging station report showing $353.10 gross revenue and $17.12 net profit, the January revenue and expenditure report with total expenditures of $503,714, and an invoice summary covering a $14.40 Google Workspace charge and the Michigan Downtown Association membership dues of $250 plus an optional $100 advocacy contribution, totaling $350.

• Acceptance of Jan 15, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda).
• Review of Jan 2025 EV‑charging station report: $353.10 gross revenue, $17.12 net profit.
• Review of Jan 2025 revenue and expenditure report: $503,714 total expenditures, net negative balance.
• Invoice summary includes $14.40 Google Workspace charge for Jan 2025.
• Michigan Downtown Association membership dues $250 and optional $100 advocacy contribution, total $350 due.

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council work session will review and approve a series of vendor invoices submitted for payment. Items range from fire water delivery and vehicle tint to alarm service contracts and conference registrations. Approval of these invoices will authorize the disbursement of the listed amounts to the respective vendors.

• $9,678.00 payment to ALL HEART ATHLETICS LLC for clothing, public safety apparel, and council name plates
• $1,863.00 alarm service contract from ALLSTAR ALARM LLC for a full year through June 30, 2025
• $344.23 total for 4TE CULLIGAN OF IDA services including fire water delivery and bottled water
• $350.00 conference registration fee to AFP IMAGIN INC for the GIS conference
• $279.63 purchase of a flashlight helmet from AMAZON.COM for city staff

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to approve minutes from February 3, 2025. The body is also reviewing an Accounts Payable Preliminary Report for expenditures occurring between February 4 and February 18, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2025
• Payment of $9,678.00 to All Heart Athletics LLC for clothing and name plates
• Payment of $1,863.00 to Allstar Alarm LLC for annual alarm service through June 30, 2025
• Payment of $820.00 to AFP SMEMSIC for EMS IC conference registrations
• Refund of $780.00 from Al & Sons Hydraulic for a double billing

Election Commission - Regular Meeting

The Election Commission will discuss moving the polling location for Precinct 3S from the L.S. Navarre Library to Fire Station 1. This change is proposed due to construction at the Opportunity Center/Navarre Library.

• Proposed relocation of Precinct 3S polling location to Fire Station 1
• Acceptance of minutes from October 7, 2024
• Acceptance of minutes from October 21, 2024

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone 70 Kentucky Avenue from Neighborhood Mixed Use to Light Industrial to allow for outdoor vehicle storage. The body will also elect officers and discuss the Capital Improvements Program budget.

• Public hearing for rezoning 70 Kentucky Avenue (Case #RZ 25-001)
• Commission action to recommend denial or table Case #RZ 25-001
• Election of Commission officers
• Review of 2025-2031 Capital Improvements Program budget
• Approval of special use for theater at 102 Cass St.

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The council will hear a presentation on a vacant‑property registration ordinance the city is evaluating. Staff will explain the concept, possible standards, and requirements, and will seek council feedback before drafting a formal ordinance for future consideration.

• Presentation on a vacant‑property registration ordinance concept
• Discussion of possible standards and requirements for the ordinance
• Council feedback requested before drafting a formal ordinance

City Council - Special Meeting

The agenda for the Monroe City Council special meeting on February 3, 2025 contains only the standard closed-session header and administrative fields. No specific resolutions, contracts, or public-hearing items are identified in the provided document. As a result, there are no concrete decisions or discussions detailed for this meeting.

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council will approve the minutes from the Jan 27, 2025 meeting and consider a series of invoice approvals. Among the items are a $75,000 contract for the Saint Mary’s Gardens storm sewer project, $92,813.84 premium payment to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, a $17,500.00 Axon Virtual Reality purchase, and $5,561.21 legal fees to DYKEMA GOSSETT PLLC. These approvals cover utilities, water services, legal services, and infrastructure projects.

• Approval of minutes of the Jan 27, 2025 City Council meeting
• $75,000 contract with E R ZEILER EXCAVATING INC for Saint Mary’s Gardens storm sewer project
• $92,813.84 payment to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for Med Advantage premiums (February)
• $17,500.00 purchase from Axon-Enterprise for Axon Virtual Reality
• $5,561.21 legal fees to DYKEMA GOSSETT PLLC for December services

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council will accept the minutes from the Jan 6 and Jan 14 meetings as a consent agenda. Council members will also approve a preliminary report that authorizes payment of numerous vendor invoices, including a $13,609.50 purchase of barscreen gate valves from Actuator Specialties. The agenda consists mainly of routine invoice approvals and minute acceptances.

• Accept minutes of Jan 6, 2025 (7:30 PM) meeting – consent agenda
• Accept minutes of Jan 14, 2025 (6:00 PM) meeting – consent agenda
• Approve $13,609.50 invoice to Actuator Specialties for barscreen gate valves
• Approve $6,742.45 invoice to American Van Equipment LLC for aftermarket equipment for a new utility van
• Approve multiple smaller invoices (e.g., Pitney Bowes $875.10, various Amazon purchases)

City Council - Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing a preliminary accounts payable report for expenses incurred between January 7, 2025, and January 21, 2025. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from January 6 and January 14, 2025.

• Payment of $13,609.50 to Actuator Specialties for barscreen gate valves
• Payment of $6,742.45 to American Van Equipment LLC for utility van equipment
• Payment of $1,349.91 to 5.11, Inc. for uniforms
• Payment of $1,560.00 to Al & Sons Hydraulic for hydraulic shafts
• Payment of $875.10 to Pitney Bowes Inc. for equipment service agreement

Downtown Development Authority - Regular Meeting

The Monroe Downtown Development Authority will review monthly financial reports and a summary of invoices through December 2024. The agenda includes the acceptance of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Acceptance of December 18, 2024, minutes
• Review of November 2024 revenue and expenditure report
• Review of December 2024 revenue and expenditure report
• Review of invoice summary through December 2024
• Review of monthly EV Station ChargePoint Report - December 2024

City Council - Special Meeting

The Monroe City Council will discuss and carry out the process to fill the vacant City Council seat for the 5th Precinct. This includes interviewing potential candidates. No other agenda items are listed beyond public comment and adjournment.

• Selection process to fill vacancy for City Councilperson, 5th Precinct, including candidate interviews

Citizens Planning Commission - Regular meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed Capital Improvements Program budget for 2025‑2031 and on a special‑use request for 102 Cass St. It will also consider a site‑plan approval for the same parcel and receive notice of Frenchtown Charter Township’s upcoming master plan. The commission is scheduled to vote on a recommendation to approve the Capital Improvements budget and transmit it to City Council.

• Public hearing on the 2025‑2031 Capital Improvements Program budget (Agenda item 5054)
• Public hearing on Case #SU 25‑001 – special use of “theater” at 102 Cass St. (Agenda item 5059)
• Motion to recommend approval of the 2025‑2031 Capital Improvements Program budget and transmit a letter to City Council (Agenda item 5055)
• Motion to approve the special use of “theater” for 102 Cass St., Parcel #29‑00250‑000 (Agenda item 5060)
• Motion to approve the site plan for 102 Cass St., Parcel #29‑00250‑000 (Agenda item 5061)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Citizens Planning Commission will consider public comments on the proposed Capital Improvements Program budget for FY 2025‑2031 and make a recommendation to City Council. It will also hold public hearings on a special use theater request and a site‑plan for 102 Cass St., and receive notice of Frenchtown Charter Township’s upcoming master plan. The commission will move to approve the budget recommendation and transmit a letter to Council.

• Public hearing on the 2025‑2031 Capital Improvements Program Budget
• Public hearing on Case #SU 25‑001 – special use theater for 102 Cass St.
• Public hearing on Case #SPL 25‑001 – site plan approval for 102 Cass St.
• Notice of Frenchtown Charter Township Master Plan
• Recommendation to approve the Capital Improvements Program Budget and send a letter to City Council

City Council - Work Session Meeting

The Monroe City Council work session will accept the minutes from the Dec. 16, 2024 meetings. Council members will review and approve a preliminary report that authorizes payment of numerous vendor invoices for city services. The agenda includes contract approvals for projects such as the Navarre Library and Opportunity Center, battlefield visitor center improvements, and utility upgrades.

• Accept minutes of the Dec. 16, 2024 City Council meeting
• Approve $77,452.14 guaranteed‑price contract with AUCH Construction for Navarre Library and Opportunity Center
• Approve $27,245.90 battlefield visitor center site improvements by Fonson Company
• Approve $57,476.00 wet‑weather sanitary and WWTP improvements by Fishbeck Thompson Carr & Huber
• Approve $1,433.92 irrigation controller installation at Munson Ball Fields by Jack's Lawn Service

City Council - Council Meeting

The Monroe City Council meeting on Jan 6 2025 will consider approval of the minutes from the Dec 16 2024 council sessions held at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:30 PM. The council will also review and approve a series of invoice payments listed in the Preliminary Report, including contracts for construction, utilities, and consulting services. Notable approvals include the Navarre Library and Opportunity Center guaranteed‑price contract for $77,452.14 and the Battlefield Visitor Center site improvements for $27,245.90. Additional approvals cover utility charges from DTE Energy and other vendor services.

• Approve minutes of Dec 16 2024 council meetings (6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM).
• Approve AUCH Construction Company invoice for Navarre Library and Opportunity Center contract, $77,452.14.
• Approve FONSON Company Inc. invoice for Battlefield Visitor Center site improvements, $27,245.90.
• Approve Fishbeck Thompson Carr & Huber invoice for pump station generator replacement, $58,107.00.
• Approve DTE Energy utility invoices totaling $85,192.56.