Jackson public meetings in 2025

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority Board met on December 18, 2025 at the King Recreation Center. The board adopted the agenda, accepted the staff financial report, and approved the minutes from the October 30, 2025 Board meeting. Old business included a marketing and communications update and planning for a developer meeting on the Cooper‑Biddle site and a walkthrough of the Community A.M.E. Church at 218 East Franklin. No new business was presented.

• Adoption of the agenda
• Acceptance of the financial report
• Approval of minutes from the October 30, 2025 Board meeting
• Marketing and communications update (JTV)
• Planning site walkthrough of Community A.M.E. Church, 218 East Franklin

City Council

The council will vote on a five‑year combined services contract with Axon Enterprises. It will also approve a $101,172 water‑treatment plant sanitary sewer lining contract and adopt a resolution making enforcement of entheogenic plant offenses a low priority. Additionally, the council will consider rezoning 905 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive from C‑2 to R‑3 and 401‑405 & 407 Griswold Street from C‑1 to R‑1.

• Axon Enterprises Combined Services Contract – recommended 5‑year term
• Water Treatment Plant Sanitary Sewer Lining contract to Inland Water Pollution Control, Inc. – $101,172
• Rezoning of 905 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (Parcel #5‑057200000) from C‑2 to R‑3
• Rezoning of 401‑405 and 407 Griswold Street (Parcels #3‑239100000 and #3‑239200000) from C‑1 to R‑1
• Resolution declaring investigation/arrest for entheogenic plants a low law‑enforcement priority

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau is holding a full-day docket on December 10, 2025, consisting of internal reviews, continuations, new cases, defaults, and one trial. Most cases involve alleged code violations (CX), with some zoning (ZN), housing inspection (HI), and blight (BI) matters. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• 25-109 CX: 149 E Mansion St – Joseph D Lupercio-Soto (internal review)
• 25-197 ZN: 926 Myrtle St – Klein Brothers Inc. (trial at 1:00 PM)
• 25-418 ZN: 217 Summit Ave – Jackson Housing Commission (default)
• 25-455 BI: 1709 S Jackson St – K Leighton Holdings LLC (new blight case)
• 25-456 BI: 2301 E Michigan Ave – Comex Holdings LLC (new blight case)

Youth Council

The Youth Council will meet to vote on committee leads and discuss a proposed city ordinance prohibiting masked hoods or face coverings in public to conceal identity. The body will also review grant updates and upcoming community events.

• Discussion on supporting a City Council ordinance prohibiting masked hoods or face coverings in public
• Vote-in for committee leads
• Update on Jackson Community Foundation Grant
• Planning for Michigan Summit in Benton Harbor (February 2026)
• Review of 2026 meeting dates

General

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two use variance requests: one for 130 N. Horton Street (Parcel #7-128200000) and another for 728 W. Franklin Ave (Parcel #3-0310.2000). The board will also adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting, and address standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on Use Variance Request for 130 N. Horton Street (Parcel #7-128200000)
• Public hearing on Use Variance Request for 728 W. Franklin Ave (Parcel #3-0310.2000)
• Adoption of agenda for December 4, 2025
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting
• Public comments (non‑agenda items, 3‑minute limit)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will vote on funding the fifth round of its Entrepreneurial Fund and on contracts for a kitchen incubator design and fundraising support. The board will also approve the meeting minutes and receive updates on marketing, land acquisition, and program progress.

• Authorize $250,000 award for round‑5 Entrepreneurial Fund (old business)
• Approve timeline for round‑5 Entrepreneurial Fund (old business)
• Authorize $7,800 for architectural and engineering services to test‑fit a kitchen incubator space (new business)
• Direct staff to prepare a fundraising consulting request for proposals (new business)
• Execute a letter of support for a site‑cleanup grant application to EGLE (new business)

Planning Commission

The Jackson Planning Commission will decide on a conditional use permit for a group shelter, family resource center, and child care center at 302 W Morrell Street. They will also vote on two map amendments to rezone properties at 401-405/407 Griswold Street and 905 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Additionally, the commission will discuss the distribution of bid proposals for the city's Master Plan update.

• Conditional use permit for group shelter, family resource center, and child care center at 302 W Morrell Street
• Rezone of 401-405 and 407 Griswold Street (parcels 3-239100000, 3-239200000)
• Rezone of 905 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (parcel 5-057200000)
• Distribution of bid proposals for City of Jackson Master Plan

Affordable Housing Development Board

This meeting is largely procedural: the board will call to order, adopt the agenda, approve minutes from November 4, 2025, and hear citizen comments. The only new business is reviewing board member applications and providing recommendations for approval.

• Review of board member applications to fill vacancies

Racial Equity Commission

The Racial Equity Commission will adopt the agenda, approve the October 2025 minutes, and receive updates on the audit, the 2024 REC video, the 2025 community engagement event, equity seal work, and strategic planning follow‑up. Commissioners will discuss the end‑of‑year REC celebration to be held at Luna Lux on December 3 at 6:30 p.m. and will set dates for next year’s meetings and the strategic planning meeting.

• Approval of October 2025 minutes
• Audit update (to be presented at City Council meeting on October 14)
• REC 2024 video decision
• End‑of‑year REC celebration at Luna Lux on December 3, 6:30 p.m.
• Dates for next year’s meetings and strategic planning meeting

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to three newly elected councilmembers: Arlene Robinson (First Ward), Angelita Gunn (Third Ward), and Shalanda Hunt (Fifth Ward). The council will also select a vice-mayor and a parliamentarian. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and citizen comments.

• Oath of office for First Ward Councilmember Arlene Robinson
• Oath of office for Third Ward Councilmember Angelita Gunn
• Oath of office for Fifth Ward Councilmember-Elect Shalanda Hunt
• Selection of vice-mayor
• Selection of parliamentarian

Human Relations Commission

The Jackson Human Relations Commission will convene to review committee reports, discuss old business including a Christmas dinner, and consider a virtual family resource clinic proposal. The meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at City Hall.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Committee reports: Nominating, Project Development, Policy and Complaint, and Finance
• Christmas Commissioner Dinner scheduled for December 8, 2025
• Discussion regarding HWB (Thank you card Worthy)
• Presentation by Marc Stanley regarding a Virtual Family Resource Clinic

The Human Relations Commission adopted its agenda and approved the prior meeting minutes. A motion to cancel the November Christmas Parade was passed unanimously. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Johnson, seconded by Hunt)
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously (motion by Johnson, seconded by Hunt)
• Cancelled Christmas Parade unanimously (motion by Johnson, seconded by VanSumeren)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 p.m. (motion by Johnson, seconded by Hunt)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider several contracts and resolutions, including the purchase of three hybrid Ford police patrol vehicles. A public hearing will be held to approve a Brownfield redevelopment plan for the Brown Floral site at 908 Greenwood Avenue. The council will also vote on street reconstruction necessity for Ganson Street and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approve purchase of three Ford police patrol vehicles (total $137,733)
• Public hearing and approval of Brownfield Plan for Brown Floral, 908 Greenwood Avenue
• Hearing of necessity for street reconstruction on Ganson Street, Elm to city limits
• Approve amendment to Major Street Engineering contract with HRC (up to $216,800)
• Approve four-year cross‑connection control inspection contract with HydroCorp ($247,482)

Community Police Oversight Commission

The Community Police Oversight Commission will elect its chair, vice chair, and secretary for 2026. Commissioners will also discuss revisions to the complaint review form, consider informal tracking of complaints, and review a city council proposal on ring cameras. The meeting includes the chief's report, updates on outreach events, and goal-setting based on the city ordinance.

• Election of 2026 officers (chair, vice chair, secretary)
• Revision of the CPOC complaint review form
• Discussion of posting commissioner names to the CPOC website and informal complaint tracking
• City council ring camera proposal under open discussion
• Review of City Ordinance Sec. 21-102 for CPOC goal setting

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission reviewed the presence of the invasive tree species “Tree of Heaven” and spotted lanternflies, referencing City Ordinance Sec. 26‑75 on owner responsibilities. Commissioners considered a training program for Public Works staff and a pesticide treatment program to manage the invasive species, noting potential grant funding needs. A citizen proposal to create pocket pollinator gardens on small vacant city lots was presented for feedback. The 2026 meeting schedule was presented but not approved.

• Discussion of invasive “Tree of Heaven” and spotted lanternflies, citing City Ordinance Sec. 26‑75
• Proposal for training City Public Works staff to identify invasive species
• Suggestion of a pesticide treatment program for invasive species control
• Citizen proposal to convert vacant lots into pocket pollinator gardens (draft documents submitted)
• Presentation of 2026 Environmental Commission meeting schedule (not approved)

Affordable Housing Development Board

The Affordable Housing Development Board will consider approving its 2026 meeting calendar and a resolution to support the city's use of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to attract multi-unit residential developers. Members will also receive updates on housing grant programs and board vacancies.

• Approve 2026 AHDB Meeting Calendar
• Support city's LIHTC-funded multi-unit development effort with MSHDA
• Update on housing grant programs
• Discussion of board vacancies

The Affordable Housing Development Board approved its agenda and minutes, adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, and voted to support the city’s Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit efforts. It also reappointed Margaux Dever as an ex‑officio member for a two‑year term. The meeting was adjourned at 3:05 pm.

• Adopted agenda (4‑0)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar (4‑0)
• Supported City LIHTC efforts to attract developers (4‑0)
• Reappointed Margaux Dever as ex‑officio member for 2 years (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:05 pm (5‑0)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will review old business items, including multiple grant awards and a $17,500 hire for an administrative assistant. New business includes a feasibility study for RDG fundraising, a land acquisition proposal, and discussions about an AME Church and a restaurant incubator. The board will also form ad‑hoc committees to guide future targeted investments and to plan a grocery/commercial development on the Copper St./Biddle St. parcel.

• RDG Fundraising Feasibility Study
• Land Acquisition Proposal (no dollar amount specified)
• Ad‑hoc committee to plan grocery/commercial development at Copper St./Biddle St. parcel
• Grant award of $25,000 to Phoenix Learning Center
• Hiring of Administrative Assistant funded with $17,500

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the necessity of resurfacing Bloomfield Boulevard and the confirmation of a special assessment roll for meterless parking. The body will also consider updates to downtown parking fees and a property purchase from Consumers Energy Company.

• Public hearing for Bloomfield Boulevard resurfacing estimated at $327,564
• Confirmation of Special Assessment Roll 4308 for FY 2025-2026 meterless parking
• Contract amendment with Johnny’s Tree Service, Inc. for up to $129,000
• Purchase agreement for Cooper Street property with $150,000 contribution from Consumers Energy Company
• Proposed $25,000 allocation from the general fund for a community connect and protect program

General

The Jackson Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three dimensional variance requests. The requests concern properties at 1825 Grovedale Avenue, 609 Seventh Street, and multiple sites at 414 S Blackstone, 305 W Wesley Street, and 312 W Franklin Avenue. The board will consider whether to approve the requested variances.

• Dimensional variance request for 1825 Grovedale Avenue (Parcel #3-287300000)
• Dimensional variance request for 609 Seventh Street (Parcel #3-039100000)
• Dimensional variance requests for 414 S Blackstone (Parcel #4-0307.0100), 305 W Wesley Street (Parcel #4-030400000), and 312 W Franklin Avenue (Parcel #4-031100000)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss progress updates on the Tree Inventory & Management Plan, which is on track for completion on 10-06-25, and the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, for which a council contract may be considered. Commissioners will note that the Environmental Action Plan was approved by City Council and will be updated to reflect work since April 2024. The commission will also report on the Municipal Waste Study, pollinator garden status, and the lack of new research on LEED for Cities and Communities.

• Tree Inventory & Management Plan target completion date of 10-06-25
• Potential Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program contract pending council approval
• Environmental Action Plan approved by City Council and slated for update
• No new research conducted on LEED for Cities and Communities since last meeting
• Pollinator garden status removed from Old Business discussion

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to receive updates from its nominating, project development, policy, and finance committees. The body will discuss the November Christmas Parade and the Commissioner Dinner. New business includes commissioner appointments and the HWB Awards Program.

• Commissioner appointments
• HWB Awards Program
• November Christmas Parade planning
• Christmas Commissioner Dinner

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion to cancel the November Christmas Parade was introduced and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled Christmas Parade (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Brownfield Authority

The Jackson Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss a new Brownfield Plan for the Brown Floral site located at 908 Greenwood Ave, in cooperation with the County Brownfield Authority. The board will also review the former Gatshall Transmission property at 224 S Mechanic Street owned by George and Cynthia Chesser. Financial statements will be presented for review.

• Consideration of the Brownfield Plan for Brown Floral, 908 Greenwood Ave
• Review of Former Gatshall Transmission site, 224 S Mechanic Street (owner George & Cynthia Chesser)
• Presentation of Financial Statements

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider three new business items: approving a $697,685 contract with R.W. Mercer for the Boos Center addition, authorizing the sale of up to 13 city-owned residential lots to VMG Construction LLC, and funding Phase II of the Racial Equity Audit at $175,000. The council will also act on a consent calendar that includes appointing a youth council member and adopting meeting minutes.

• Approve Boos Center Addition contract with R.W. Mercer for $697,685
• Approve sale of up to 13 residential city-owned lots to VMG Construction LLC
• Authorize Phase II Racial Equity Audit for $175,000 (split $87,500 FY 2025‑26, $87,500 FY 2026‑27)
• Youth Council appointment of Georgia Tocco for a one‑year term
• Adopt consent calendar items including September 30 meeting minutes

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau is conducting a series of hearings to review property-related cases. The docket includes internal reviews, new filings, continuations, and default notices for various addresses across the city.

• Zoning reviews for 511 S Pleasant St, 813 Williams St, 1225 Fourth St, 228 Rosedale Pl, 344 N Forbes St, 1607 First St, 416 Gilbert St, and 709 Third St
• New cases for 131 Stanley Ave, 1000 Adrian Ave, 334 Adams St, 607 W Prospect St, 514 Harris St, and 1402 Carl Breeding Way
• Default notices for 944 S Gorham St, 751 Randolph St, 1117-1119 Woodbridge St, 737 Douglas St, 218-220 W Wilkins St, and 416 Gilbert St
• Renotice of default for 408 First St-410, 219 E Porter St, 245 E Mansion St, and 1507 E North St
• Case review for Fifth Third Bank at 316 N Blackstone St

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit for a home occupation business. The body will also consider a recommendation to begin the Master Planning process.

• Conditional use permit for home occupation business at 740 W Washington Ave
• Recommendation to start the Master Planning process

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new steam boiler for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and a snow removal contract extension. The body is also reviewing a street resurfacing report for Bloomfield Boulevard and a parking fine ordinance amendment.

• Purchase and installation of a new steam boiler for the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Adrian Mechanical Services for $147,390.00
• One-year contract extension with Executive Property Management of Michigan for snow removal at $95,855
• Engineer’s Report for street resurfacing on Bloomfield Boulevard from West Avenue to Fourth Street
• Final adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-03 amending the Schedule of Parking Fines
• Request from Jackson County Democratic Committee to host the No Kings Rally on October 18, 2025

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The board will hear a presentation from Resource Development Group and review updates on the Entrepreneurial Fund. The meeting includes discussions on Tranches I-IV and a policy regarding City personnel and administrative costs to the MLKCIA.

• Presentation by Clint Nessmith, CEO of Resource Development Group
• Entrepreneurial Fund Round IV update and future round discussion
• MLKCIA Fall Clean-up #5 scheduled for September 27, 2025
• Breakdown of Tranches I-IV and Tranche IV announcements
• City Personnel/Administrative Cost to MLKCIA Policy

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear cases involving property tax, zoning, and foreclosure matters across Jackson, Michigan. The agenda includes continuations of previous hearings and new items such as a zoning request at 1910 E Michigan Ave.

• Hearings for 25-338 ZN 1910 E Michigan Ave
• Hearings for 25-341 ZN 1306 N Waterloo Ave
• Hearings for 25-344 ZN 1406 E Michigan Ave
• Hearings for 25-352 NW 750 Beverly Park Pl
• Hearings for 25-356 HI 304 E Monroe St

Environmental Commission

The commission reviewed updates on several projects, including the Tree Inventory, Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, and the Municipal Waste Study. Commissioners approved the text of a memo recommending that the 2024 Environmental Action Plan be placed on a future City Council agenda for adoption. No new business or citizen comments were presented.

• Progress update: Tree Inventory & Management Plan expected to finish by 10-06-25
• Potential Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program contract discussed, no schedule set
• Municipal Waste Study unlikely to be presented to Council this year
• Memo approved to request City Council consider the 2024 Environmental Action Plan

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to review committee reports and discuss upcoming community events. The body is scheduled to address goals for 2025/2026 and nominations for the Harold White Sr. Award.

• NAACP Freedom Banquet on 10/12/2025
• 2025/2026 Goals and Objectives
• Harold White Sr. Award nominees for Diversity, Inclusion, and Volunteer categories
• November Christmas Parade
• Harold White Sr. Breakfast

The Human Relations Commission adopted its agenda and approved the previous meeting minutes unanimously. It approved several upcoming events, a $500 NAACP sponsorship, and a $225 purchase of three NAACP event tickets, all by unanimous vote. The commission also set the schedule for Amy Rich to attend City Council meetings in September 2025 and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Adopt agenda – unanimous vote
• Approve previous meeting minutes – unanimous vote
• Approve multiple event proposals (Harold White Breakfast, HRC Dinner, 100 Homes, Jackson Legal Services Event, Letter to Local Civic Teacher, Holiday Parade, May 2026 strategic planning) – unanimous vote
• Provide $500 sponsorship for NAACP Dinner – unanimous vote
• Spend $225 on three tickets to NAACP event – unanimous vote
• Schedule Amy Rich to attend City Council meetings in September 2025 – decision recorded
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous vote

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-cost infrastructure purchases and a new downtown meterless parking system. The meeting includes a presentation on the city's Environmental Action Plan and public hearings regarding federal housing grant performance.

• Purchase of 6,284 Sensus SmartPoint MXU Radio Reading Devices for $1,036,860
• Purchase of 4,000 tons of road salt from Detroit Salt Company for $362,240
• Public hearing of necessity for a downtown meterless parking system
• Revised base purchase price of $178,000 for Jackson 100 Homes Program
• Proposed amendment to Sec. 25.30 of the City Code regarding parking fines

Community Police Oversight Commission

This meeting is largely procedural: the commission will hear the police chief's report on incidents, departmental updates, policies, and community outreach, and will discuss unfinished business related to goal setting. No substantive decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Chief’s Report covering incidents, JPD updates, policies, and community outreach
• Unfinished business: Goal Setting
• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Committee updates including Board Development, Complaint Review, and Informational Committee

The commission unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and approved the July 10, 2025 minutes. It also approved moving forward with a Community Forum/Engagement Session on October 9, 2025, including a Q&A, summary sheet of accomplishments, QR code for questions, refreshments, and a group photo. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Community Forum/Engagement Session for Oct 9, 2025 (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear cases involving property tax appeals, tax foreclosure, and zoning matters for 40 properties across the city on September 10, 2025.

• Hearings for 24-374 HI 336 N Gorham St and 25-092 HI 153 E High St
• Review of 25-286 ZN 5-2178, E Addison St
• Hearings for 25-324 CX 729 Lansing Ave and 25-325 CX 507 Griswold St
• Default hearings for 25-282 HI 814 Fourth St and 25-283 BI 1400 Lewis St
• Trial for 25-259 ZN 229 Griswold St

Youth Council

The Jackson Youth Council will meet to discuss old business including the Summer Board Development Retreat, summer training on Robert's Rules, and calendar planning. Committee reports from Mental Health, Eco-Friendly, DEI, and Event Planning will be heard. No new business or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Summer Board Development Retreat pros, areas to improve, and location for next year
• Summer training on Robert's Rules of Order for council members
• Calendar update for 2025/2026
• Juneteenth Volunteers- Kids zone meeting planning
• JPS School Board Meeting and City Council Meeting rotation scheduling

Affordable Housing Development Board

The Affordable Housing Development Board will discuss awarding a construction contract to Norfolk Homes and recommending a price increase for the 100 Homes Program to the Jackson City Council.

• Recommendation to award construction contract to Norfolk Homes
• Recommendation to approve price increase for 100 Homes Program
• Approval of April 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates on 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Programs
• Updates on Additional Grant Programs

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the April 1 minutes, both unanimously. It voted to raise the base price for 100 Homes program homes to $178,000. It also approved awarding the remaining 100 Homes construction contract to Norfolk Homes. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (6 yay, 0 no)
• Approved April 1 minutes (6 yay, 0 no)
• Increased 100 Homes base price to $178,000 (6 yay, 0 no)
• Awarded remainder of 100 Homes construction contract to Norfolk Homes (6 yay, 0 no)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will review Martin Luther King Street construction and approve an additional $100,000 for technical assistance. The board will also discuss marketing updates and a potential land sale with Consumers Energy.

• Review of Martin Luther King Street construction
• Approval of $100,000 technical assistance funding
• Marketing and communications update
• Entrepreneurial Fund Round 4 update
• Discussion on land sale with Consumers Energy

General

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a use variance request for 800 S. Jackson Street, allowing residential use on the first floor of a C‑2 district. The board will also hear a dimensional variance application for a sign at 1970 Kibby Road. No other business is listed.

• Use variance request for 800 S. Jackson Street (Parcel #4-0509.0100)
• Dimensional variance application for a sign at 1970 Kibby Road
• Public hearing scheduled for 5:30 PM, August 28, 2025, City Hall Council Chambers

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will hold a full-day docket on August 27, 2025, hearing internal reviews, new cases, defaults, and continuations for properties citywide. Cases include code violations (CX), zoning (ZN), nuisance (NW), housing inspections (HI), and building inspections (BI). The agenda lists only scheduled hearings; no decisions are recorded.

• 25-034 HI 124 W Morrell St - Jackson Urban Dev LLC (housing inspection)
• 25-067 CX 245 Griswold St - Ramirez, Esperanza (code violation)
• 25-025 ZN 1008 Woodbridge St - Talaski, Tori (zoning)
• 25-080 CX 927 Chittock Ave - Busfield, John (code violation)
• 25-188 BI 903 Chittock Ave - Jackson Housing Commission (building inspection)

Election Commission

The Election Commission will consider a resolution to consolidate precincts across six wards into four and approve lists of election inspectors and receiving board members. The body will also set the date for a public accuracy test for the November 4, 2025 General Election.

• Resolution to consolidate precincts into 4 locations
• Approval of election inspectors and receiving board lists
• Public accuracy test scheduled for September 18, 2025
• Meeting location: City Hall, 10th Floor Conference Room

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews with applicants for the City Treasurer position. Following the interviews, the Council will consider the appointment of a treasurer.

• Interviews with David Hammontree, Nanette Muntin, Rohn Sharlow, and Jonathan Williams
• Consideration of City Treasurer appointment

Human Relations Commission

The Jackson Human Relations Commission will meet to review committee reports, discuss the City Manager's directive, and prioritize goals for the 2025/2026 fiscal year.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Nominating Committee update
• Project Development Committee report
• Policy and Complaint Committee report
• Finance Report update

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider several items, including setting interview dates for the City Treasurer position and a proposal to change the Treasurer role to an appointed post. They will vote on authorizing an RFP for opioid settlement funds, approve a $50,000 service contract with Accelerate Jackson County, and adopt multiple special event applications for downtown activities. Additional actions include approving a $174,928.33 change order for a water treatment contract, a $499,998 engineering contract, and a $28,540 payment to the Region 2 Planning Commission.

• Approve $300,000 budget amendment moving funds to the Building Demolition Fund
• Approve $50,000 annual fee-for-service contract with Accelerate Jackson County
• Approve $174,928.33 change order to Water Treatment Plant contract with Bailey Excavating, Inc.
• Approve $499,998 professional services contract with Spalding DeDecker for water source study
• Authorize $28,540 payment to Region 2 Planning Commission for JACTS FY 2025

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct hearings on a docket of approximately 60 code enforcement, zoning, building, housing, nuisance, and vacant property cases. The agenda lists cases by case number, property address, and respondent, but does not provide details on each violation or proposed action. The hearings include internal reviews, new cases, defaults, and continuations.

• Internal review of 23 cases from previous dockets
• New hearings for 13 cases scheduled at 9:00 and 10:00 AM
• Default hearings for 11 cases at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM
• Re-notice of default for 5 cases
• Continuation of 3 cases at 2:30 PM

Environmental Commission

The commission will receive progress updates on several ongoing projects, including the Tree Inventory & Management Plan, the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, the Municipal Waste Study, and potential pollinator gardens. They will also discuss research on LEED for Cities and Communities and consider adding statutory ex-officio members. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Progress updates on Tree Inventory & Management Plan
• Status of Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program
• Municipal Waste Study update
• Research on LEED for Cities and Communities
• Potential addition of statutory ex-officio members

Planning Commission

The Jackson Planning Commission will consider several applications. These include conditional use permits for a resource center and family shelter at 305 W Wesley and 414 S Blackstone, and a community garden. The commission will also review map amendment rezoning requests for 223, 225, and 229 W Biddle Street. A discussion introducing the Master Plan starter will also be held.

• Conditional use permit for a resource center and family shelter at 305 W Wesley and 414 S Blackstone
• Conditional use permit for a community garden
• Map amendment (rezone) for 223 W Biddle Street
• Map amendment (rezone) for 225 W Biddle Street
• Map amendment (rezone) for 229 W Biddle Street

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will convene to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and allow for public comments. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the 10th Floor Conference Room at City Hall.

• Approval of minutes from a previous meeting
• Public comments (3-minute limit per speaker)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will meet on July 24, 2025 at the King Recreation Center. The agenda includes adopting the agenda, citizen comments, approving minutes from the June 26 meeting, updates on marketing and the Entrepreneurial Fund, and consideration of a contract renewal with JTV and a technical assistance request for Tranche IV. The board will also receive staff reports and director comments before adjourning.

• Contract renewal with JTV (new business)
• Technical assistance request for Tranche IV (new business)
• Marketing and communications update – JTV (old business)
• Entrepreneurial Fund – Round 4 update (old business)
• Citizen comments on community events and utility work

General

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a dimensional variance request for the property at 1319 South Elm. The board will also adopt the agenda, approve the March 27, 2025 minutes, and address routine business items.

• Public hearing – dimensional variance for 1319 S Elm

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct hearings on a docket of over 50 cases involving alleged violations of housing, zoning, building, and nuisance codes at various properties across Jackson. The docket includes internal reviews, new cases, defaults, and continuations. No decisions or recommendations are indicated in the agenda; it is a procedural listing of cases to be heard.

• Housing inspection case at 310 S Mechanic St (25-381 HI)
• Zoning case at 304 Marshall St (25-035 ZN)
• Code enforcement case at 823 Backus St (25-037 CX)
• Building inspection case at 200 Steward Ave (25-200 BI)
• Nuisance/weed case at v/l N Forbes St (25-261 NW)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will adopt its agenda, hear the City’s Racial Equity Audit presentation, and consider a consent calendar. In new business the council will approve contracts and change orders for water main replacements, a trail extension, a tree‑service contract, a personnel policy update, a radio‑device purchase, a property sale, and a collective bargaining agreement. All items are presented for vote and authorization by the mayor, city clerk, manager, or city engineer as required.

• Approve contract for MLK Equality Trail Extension on Mechanic Street ($298,052) to Merlo Construction Company, Inc.
• Approve Change Order 3 for West Division water main replacement ($327,341.74 decrease) with Bailey Excavating, Inc.
• Approve Change Order 3 for East Division water main replacement ($498,149.56 decrease) with Bailey Excavating, Inc.
• Approve purchase of 2,430 Sensus SmartPoint MXU Radio Reading Devices from ETNA Supply ($398,520) and amend FY 2025/26 budget to fund it
• Approve sale of 110 W Michigan Ave to the Michigan Theatre of Jackson for $160,000

Community Police Oversight Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss police department updates, policies, and procedures. The agenda includes reports from the Complaint Review and Informational committees.

• Review of JPD updates and policies and procedures
• Discussion of the June 12 Complaint Review Committee meeting
• Goal setting and community outreach discussion
• Approval of May 8, 2025 minutes

The commission unanimously adopted its agenda and approved the May 8, 2025 minutes. A motion was passed to name Commissioner Vittoria Himerson as an alternate ALPACT representative. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Vittoria Himerson as alternate ALPACT representative (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear dozens of cases involving housing, zoning, nuisance, and other property code violations on July 9, 2025. The docket includes internal reviews, continuation hearings, new cases, and default notices. Residents with properties listed are expected to appear or be represented.

• Hearing for 1710 Chapin St (code violation case 25-012 CX)
• Hearing for 515 E North St (code violation case 25-014 CX)
• Zoning hearing for 537 Lansing Ave (case 25-126 ZN)
• Default hearing for 326 Union St (case 25-128 HI)
• Re-notice of default for 219 E Porter St (case 25-093 HI)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The MLK Corridor Improvement Authority approved minutes from the April 24 meeting and allocated $250,000 of the Entrepreneurial Fund Round IV for grant awards, adding $125,000 to bring the total fund to $500,000 for targeted redevelopment. The board also voted to support a land option agreement between the City and the Gillespie Group by having the chair submit a letter to City Council. A Consumers Energy presentation and a community engagement session scheduled for June 26 were noted.

• Allocate $250,000 of the $375,000 Entrepreneurial Fund Round IV for grant awards
• Increase Entrepreneurial Fund Round IV total to $500,000 by adding $125,000 for redevelopment
• Board to submit a letter supporting the City‑Gillespie Group land option agreement
• Consumers Energy presentation by Kayla Haines
• Consumers Community engagement session set for June 26, 2025, 4 pm‑7 pm at MLK Recreation Center

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau is conducting a series of hearings for internal reviews, new cases, continuations, and defaults. These proceedings involve various property-related matters across the city.

• Zoning reviews for 1810 TenEyck St, 211 N Gorham St, and 837 Whitney St
• Zoning reviews for 231 E High St, 209 W High St, and 601 Park Rd
• Hearings for 701 First St, 110 Ridgeway St, and 100 Armory Ct
• Reviews for 314 E Addison St and 1114 Hamilton St
• Cases for 1713 S MLK Jr Dr and 304 S MLK Jr Dr

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will receive updates on the Tree Inventory & Management Plan, the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, and the Municipal Waste Study. Commissioners will discuss a proposal to convert the city‑owned vacant lot at 1415 First Street into a recognized pollinator garden. The commission also notes that the Environmental Action Plan dated April 17, 2024 has not yet been presented to City Council.

• Tree Inventory & Management Plan consultant mobilized on 04-21-25; target completion 10-06-25
• City reviewing Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program for possible City Council presentation
• Municipal Waste Study substantially complete but on hold pending staff direction
• Proposal to repurpose City‑owned vacant lot at 1415 First Street into a pilot pollinator garden
• Environmental Action Plan (April 17, 2024) not yet presented to City Council for recommendation

Administrative Hearings Bureau

This is the docket for the Administrative Hearings Bureau meeting on June 11, 2025, in Jackson, Michigan. The bureau will conduct internal reviews, continuations, and hearings on defaults for various property code violations, zoning cases, and nuisance issues. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are mentioned; all items are procedural hearings.

• Internal review of 24-204 HI at 1040 S MLK Jr Dr (Grace Haven Inc.)
• 8:30 continuation for 25-128 HI at 326 Union St (Moore-Nelson Properties LLC)
• 9:00 new case 25-207 ZN at 807 N West Ave (Kimball Bridge Investments LLC)
• 10:00 new case 25-214 ZN at 1409 E Michigan Ave (Marsh Building LLC)
• 2:00 new case 25-220 ZN at 500 Park Rd (Zaski, Richard & Cheryl L)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving water and wastewater rates for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27. The body is also deciding on a budget amendment for several funds and the 2025-2026 Downtown Development Authority budget.

• Liability and Property Insurance renewal through Michigan Municipal League’s Liability & Property Pool for $709,078.00
• Proposed 1.9996 mill levy on parcels in the DDA District for fiscal year 2025-26
• Final adoption of Ordinance No. 519 regarding compensation rates for administrative and supervisory employees
• Removal of a streetlight at the intersection of Lansing Avenue and Monroe Street
• Contract awards for FY 2025/26 Water and Wastewater Treatment chemicals

Election Commission

The Election Commission will consider a resolution to consolidate the two precincts in Ward 3 for the August 5, 2025, Primary Election. They will also approve lists of election inspectors and receiving board members, and set July 23, 2025, for the public accuracy test of voting equipment.

• Resolution to consolidate two Ward 3 precincts for August 5, 2025 Primary Election
• Approve list of election inspectors and allow City Clerk to select from list
• Approve list of receiving board members
• Set July 23, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. for public accuracy test
• Approve minutes of October 11, 2024 meeting

Racial Equity Commission

The Jackson Racial Equity Commission will consider an audit update that includes a $125,000 funding request. It will also discuss the status of the 2025 Community Engagement Event, which is on hold, and review equity seal work and strategic‑planning follow‑up. Additional agenda items include adopting the agenda, a community liaison police officer report, approval of April 2025 minutes, and several committee reports. The meeting will end with a review of action items and set the next meeting for July 1, 2025.

• Audit Update – $125,000 funding request for next audit phase
• 2025 Community Engagement Event – placed on hold
• Equity Seal Work – ongoing discussion
• Strategic Planning 2025 Follow Up – discussion item
• Committee Reports – Board Development, Grants/Education, Policy and Procedure, Public Equity, Nominations

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct a series of internal reviews, new hearings, and continuations. The body is addressing various property-related matters, including zoning and code compliance, across multiple city locations.

• Zoning hearings for 601 Park Rd, 808 N Blackstone St, 2001 S Jackson St, 926 Myrtle St, and 400 W Prospect St
• Building hearings for 903 Chittock Ave (Jackson Housing Commission) and 200 Steward Ave
• Code and housing reviews for properties including 1117 Williams St, 500 Heyser St, and 1308 S MLK Jr Dr
• Default hearings for properties including 149 E Mansion St and 310 Madison St
• Review of 180 W Michigan Ave (Blake Building LLC) for zoning

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and proposed rate increases for water and wastewater services. The body will also consider several property transactions and a contract for trail extensions.

• Proposed Water and Wastewater Rate Option #1: quarterly homeowner bill increase of $33.00
• Contract for MLK Equality Trail Extension on Mechanic Street to Merlo Construction Company, Inc. for $298,052.00
• Three-year audit services agreement with Rehmann costing $100,000.00 for FY 2024/25
• Sale of 1206 Deyo Street to Adnan Baghal Investment LLC for $2,000
• Resolution to exercise right of first refusal for 19 parcels for redevelopment

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to approve minutes from the previous month and discuss updates on the Entrepreneurial Fund and neighborhood clean-up events. The board is also expected to review a draft timeline for the next funding round of the Entrepreneurial Fund.

• Approval of April 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Entrepreneurial Fund timeline for next funding round
• Update on upcoming Business Resource Fair
• Update on neighborhood clean-up event
• Update on potential commercial development at Cooper & Biddle streets

Human Relations Commission

The Jackson Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2025. Items include a Community Liaison Police Officer report, committee updates, and old business such as the HRC Canopy, Legal Summit, Strategic Planning, Apparel, and Juneteenth planning. Citizen comments are scheduled, including a speaker from Empower Youth.

• Citizen Comments by Michael Murphy (Empower Youth)
• Community Liaison Police Officer Report
• Committee reports from Nominating, Project Development, Policy and Complaint, and Finance
• Old Business: HRC Canopy, Legal Summit, Strategic Planning, Apparel, and Juneteenth
• City Councilmember Liaison Comments

The commission adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved the April 2025 minutes without opposition. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No substantive policy actions were taken.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Youth Council

The Jackson Youth Council will vote to fill three vacant officer roles—Secretary, Vice‑Chair, and Chair. Members will also discuss a possible summer team‑building retreat and plan summer training on Robert's Rules for 2025‑2026. The council seeks volunteers for the Junteeth Kids Zone and reviews upcoming youth events in April.

• Vote to fill vacant council officer positions (Secretary, Vice‑Chair, Chair)
• Consideration of a summer team‑building retreat
• Planning summer training for council members on Robert's Rules (2025/2026 calendar)
• Call for Junteeth volunteers for the Kids Zone
• Discussion of upcoming events: 68th Annual FDR Dinner (April 17, 2025), Summit to Reduce Violence (April 23, 2025), 1st Annual Youth Forum (April 25, 2025)

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct a series of internal reviews, new hearings, and default hearings. The body is addressing various property-related cases across the city.

• Zoning reviews for 759 Lawrence St, 1204 Maple Ave, 1022 Clinton Rd, 1224 Williams St, 513 Union St, 1609 First St, 537 Lansing Ave, 921 Everhard St, and 1705 First St
• Hearings for 231 Rockwell St, 508 Fourth St, 808 Plymouth St, 803 N Waterloo Ave, 607 First St, 146 E Prospect St, 1012 Martin St, 107 E High St, 1226 Williams St, 1222 Chittock Ave, 809 Cooper St, 800 N Waterloo Ave, 513 Union St, 905 Fourth St, 556 Cooper St, 219 E Porter St, 1039 S Jackson St, 123 E Monroe St, 1608 Second St, 1302 Deyo St, 118 Wall St, 625 Ellery Ave, 245 E Mansion St, 1038 Woodbridge St, and 1308 Lansing Ave
• Cases regarding 1515 Plymouth St, 601 S West Ave, 841 Hibbard Ave, 906 W Monroe St, 812 W Argyle St, 328 E Addison St, 229 W Biddle St, 210 W Mason St, 508 S Pleasant St
• Cases regarding 1507 E North St, 327 W Morrell St, 1805 Plymouth St, 617 Gilbert St, 904 Third St, 1225 S MLK Jr Dr, 506 W Washington Ave, 808 Cooley Pl, 107 W Monroe St, 405 W Ganson St, 409 S Elm Ave, 2209 E Ganson St, 422 W Ganson St

General

The Jackson Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to elect officers and discuss funding for site redevelopments. The board will consider authorizing a grant proposal for the Blue Fig project and a new project at 908 Greenwood.

• Proposed EGLE Grant application up to $1 million for the Blue Fig project (former Gatshall Transmission)
• Discussion of potential new project at Brown Floral, 908 Greenwood
• Proposed funding shift from the Cooper/Biddle project to the 908 Greenwood project
• USEPA Budget update with a remaining balance of $110,372.58
• Election of officers

Environmental Commission

The commission reviewed progress on its Tree Inventory & Management Plan, the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, and the Municipal Waste Study. Commissioners discussed an informal evaluation of the city’s baseline score for LEED for Cities and Communities, noting 40 of 110 points are needed for certification. They also explored the possibility of converting city‑owned vacant lots into community gardens or parks, with maps being sought.

• Tree Inventory & Management Plan consultant mobilizing next week; target completion October 2025
• City reviewing Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program for a possible recommendation to City Council
• Municipal Waste Study nearly complete but currently on hold pending staff direction
• Preliminary LEED for Cities and Communities baseline evaluation underway; 40 of 110 points required for certification
• Discussion of repurposing City‑owned vacant lots into community gardens or parks; map of properties requested

City Council

The Jackson City Council will vote on the sale of the city‑owned property at 414 N. Jackson Street. It will also consider a $293,331.80 miscellaneous construction contract, a $649,733.40 engineering services contract for the East Side Commerce Corridor, and the final adoption of a zoning amendment to expand affordable‑housing inventory. Additional items include a $52,578 purchase of a 2025 Ford Expedition for the fire department and a public hearing on the FY 2025/26 proposed budget.

• Sale of 414 N. Jackson Street to Collier Gibson LLC
• Miscellaneous Construction contract awarded to Concord Excavating & Grading, Inc. – $293,331.80
• East Side Commerce Corridor Engineering services contract awarded to Hubble, Roth & Clark, Inc. – $649,733.40
• Ordinance No. 2025-02 zoning amendment to allow more vacant‑lot development for affordable housing
• Fire Department purchase of a 2025 Ford Expedition – $52,578

Community Police Oversight Commission

The Community Police Oversight Commission will review and vote on the Secretary position for 2025. It will also receive updates on police incidents, JPD operations, the Complaint Review Committee rotation for June, and the ALPACT community‑trust initiative. Additional agenda items include policy reviews, outreach plans, and goal setting.

• Appointment of the 2025 CPOC Secretary
• Review of recent police incidents
• Updates from the Jackson Police Department (JPD)
• Complaint Review Committee rotation and June meeting schedule
• Update from Advocates and Leaders for Police and Community Trust (ALPACT)

City Council

The City Council will convene for a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The meeting includes a citizen comments period with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Workshop
• Citizen Comments (3-Minute Limit)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider two property alteration requests: installing glass panels at 275 W Michigan and replacing a front porch at 411 W Franklin. The commission will also discuss ordinance revisions regarding Section 13.9.d and receive updates on membership and training. Public comments are accepted at the start of the meeting.

• 275 W Michigan: install glass panels to front door
• 411 W Franklin: removal and rebuild of front porch
• Ordinance revisions on Section 13.9.d
• Membership applications for the commission
• MHPN training update for commissioners

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing and voting on a project plan to apply for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loans and grants. The plan focuses on replacing lead service lines, water main replacements, and upgrades to the Water Treatment Plant.

• Public hearing on the sale of City-owned property at 414 N. Jackson Street
• Contract with Norfolk Homes of Michigan LLC for four MICH homes totaling $800,000
• Three-year professional services agreement with Quality Assessing Services, LLC for $105,554.40 annually
• First reading of Zoning Ordinance amendment to reduce lot width, size, and setbacks in R-1 district
• Approval of various special event applications including Juneteenth and the Grand River Farmers Market

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will review updates on marketing, the business resource fair, neighborhood clean‑up, and its finances. It will consider the draft evaluation process for Round 4 of the Entrepreneurial Fund and hear a staff report on a potential commercial development with a grocery use at Cooper and Biddle streets. No new business items are listed for this meeting.

• Reallocation of $1,000,000 from contractual services to land acquisition (budget amendment)
• Reallocation of $375,000 from contractual services to Entrepreneurial Fund – Tranche 4 (budget amendment)
• Adoption of the 2025 Strategic Plan
• Potential commercial development project with grocery use at Cooper & Biddle streets
• Entrepreneurial Fund – Round 4 Draft Evaluation Process (new business agenda item)

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will review a series of internal property cases, including continuations, new filings, and defaults. At 1:00 p.m. the bureau will consider a Re‑Notice of Default for 139 W Morrell St and 420 Oak St. The agenda lists dozens of individual property matters scheduled for discussion throughout the day.

• Re‑Notice of Default – 139 W Morrell St and 420 Oak St (1:00 p.m.)
• Continuation of internal reviews – e.g., 1222 Maple Ave, 149 E Mansion St
• New filings – e.g., 310 Madison St (Jackson Housing Commission), 1214 Williams St
• Default hearings – e.g., 309 Montgomery St, 316 N Blackstone St (Fifth Third Bank)
• Various property cases scheduled for continuation or new review at 8:30‑2:00

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review committee reports and discuss upcoming community activities. The body is scheduled to address strategic planning and volunteer needs for June festivals.

• Project Development Committee report on $600 for gift cards
• Nominating Committee report on interview status
• Strategic planning meeting involving SOAR and Jackson Coffee
• Volunteer coordination for Juneteenth (6/21) and Pride (6/28) festivals
• Discussion on HRC Canopy and apparel

The Human Relations Commission adopted its agenda and approved the previous meeting minutes, both unanimously. The commission approved an award for Director Hitt. A legal aid event was scheduled for April 26, 2025, and the annual planning meeting was set for June 7, 2025. Commissioner Miriam Brown Dorsey was removed from the Public Relations Committee.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Award for Director Hitt approved (unanimous)
• Legal Aid Event scheduled for April 26, 2025
• HRC Annual Planning Meeting scheduled for June 7, 2025
• Removed Miriam Brown Dorsey from Public Relations Committee
• Adjourned meeting at 7:09 p.m. (unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss proposed text amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. Specifically, the body will review changes to Sections 73 and 76 of Chapter 28.

• Text Amendments to Chapter 28 Zoning Ordinance, Sections 73 and 76

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will receive progress updates on several initiatives, including the newly awarded Tree Inventory & Management Plan that is scheduled to begin in late April 2025, the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program under review for a possible City Council recommendation, and the Municipal Waste Study that is nearly complete but on hold. Commissioners will also discuss adding these topics and the possible addition of statutory ex‑officio members to a future agenda. No formal actions or votes on these items are recorded for this meeting.

• Tree Inventory & Management Plan awarded; implementation to start late April 2025
• Review of Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program terms for potential City Council recommendation
• Municipal Waste Study nearly finished, currently on hold pending staff direction
• Consideration of adding statutory ex‑officio members to the commission
• LEED for Cities and Communities research assignments to each commissioner

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider several major contracts, including a $6,978,900 award to Five Star Energy Services for Phase 1 lead service line replacements. Other items include a $699,670 contract for MLK Equality Trail reconstruction, a $394,909 sewer cleaning contract, and a $260,000 biosolids hauling contract. The council will also adopt the Electric Scooter Ordinance and a PILOT agreement for Kings Community Homes.

• Approve $6,978,900 contract for DWSRF Phase 1 Lead Service Line Replacements (Five Star Energy Services)
• Approve $699,670.18 contract for MLK Equality Trail Reconstruction (Hoffman Bros., Inc.)
• Approve $394,909.12 contract for High Level Interceptor Sewer Cleaning (Taplin Group, LLC)
• Approve $260,000 biosolids hauling contract at $0.052 per gallon (NutriGro Environmental Solutions)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑01 Electric Scooter Ordinance (second reading/final adoption)

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct a series of hearings regarding property violations, zoning, and other administrative matters. The docket includes internal reviews, new cases, continuations, and default hearings for various addresses across the city.

• Zoning reviews for 1022 Clinton Rd, 1204 Maple Ave, 537 Lansing Ave, and 921 Everhard St
• Hearings for 1129 Woodbridge St, 107 E High St, and 210 W High St
• Cases regarding 500 Quarry St and 107 W Monroe St
• Default hearings for 512 E Trail St, 825 Hibbard Ave, and 114 E Robinson St
• Reviews for 229 W Biddle St and 218 N Higby St

Affordable Housing Development Board

This is a procedural meeting with updates on the 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Program and a welcome for a new board member. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Update on 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Program
• Welcome of new board member
• Approval of January 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The board adopted the agenda and approved the prior meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. They then voted to accept the report on the 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Program, also 5‑0. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve minutes from Jan 7 2025 (5-0)
• Accept 100 Homes program report (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

Racial Equity Commission

The Racial Equity Commission will meet to discuss unfinished business including a 2025 community engagement event and an audit update. The body will also review strategic planning and receive reports from five standing committees.

• 2025 Community Engagement Event planning
• Audit update
• Equity Seal work
• Strategic Planning 2025 follow-up
• Reports from Board Development, Grants/Education, Policy and Procedure, Public Equity, and Nominations committees

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The MLK Corridor Improvement Authority will approve the meeting minutes and review its financial report. It will discuss updates on marketing, communications, and the strategic plan. New business includes motions to prepare recommendation letters for land option agreements with MHT for the East Prospect site near S. MLK Drive and with the Gillespie Group for a 5+ acre site at Cooper and Biddle Streets, and a letter of support for grant funding to cover environmental cleanup at the Cooper & Biddle site.

• Approval of minutes from the February 27, 2025 Board meeting
• Financial report showing $3,631,100 ARPA federal grant and $190,000 contribution from the General Fund
• Marketing and communications update by JTV and strategic plan summary (Exhibit C)
• Motion to prepare a recommendation letter to the City Council for a land option agreement with MHT for the East Prospect site near S. MLK Drive
• Motion to prepare a recommendation letter for a land option agreement with the Gillespie Group for a 5+ acre site at Cooper and Biddle Streets, plus a support letter for grant funding for environmental cleanup at that site

General

The Jackson Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two use variance requests: one for properties on Cooper St., N. Columbus St., E Pearl St., and E Michigan Ave., and another for 908 Lansing Ave. The board will also elect officers for the coming term and review minutes from September 2024.

• Use variance request for properties at Cooper St., N. Columbus St., E Pearl St., and E Michigan Ave.
• Use variance request for 908 Lansing Ave.
• Election of board officers

City Council

The City Council will hold a presentation and discuss new business regarding the City Parking System. The meeting includes a review of three funding options for 2025-26 and a long-term capital improvement plan for parking lots.

• Review of three funding options for 2025-26 ranging from $151,500 to $403,090 in total costs
• Proposed funding sources including monthly permit sales, parking fines, and special assessments
• Capital Improvement Plan featuring lot repaving and seal & stripe projects through 2050
• Discussion of 2018 Bond Payment of $103,427 to $103,457 depending on the selected option

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear a docket of 39 cases on March 19, 2025, including internal reviews, new cases, defaults, and continuations. Cases involve housing inspections, zoning violations, code enforcement, and other administrative matters at various addresses in Jackson.

• 24-451 HI 1220 Forest Ave - Housing Inspection (B&B Real Property Holdings LLC)
• 24-219 ZN 300 Burr St - Zoning (P&P Enterprises LLC)
• 25-109 CX 149 E Mansion St - Code Enforcement (Lupercio-Soto, Joseph)
• 25-113 VH 143 Bates St - Vehicle/Housing (Trejo-Ruiz, Misael)
• 24-473 ZN 1211 S Jackson St - Zoning Continuation (Porter, Tavis)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to review reports from its nominating, project development, policy, and finance committees. The body will also discuss old business regarding a legal aid event and a canopy.

• Citizen comments from Michael Murphy-Empower Youth
• Nominating Committee report on interview status
• Project Development Committee discussion on HRC tote bags and Kenikakes
• Discussion on Legal Aid Event and HRC Canopy
• Award for Director Hitt

Community Police Oversight Commission

The Community Police Oversight Commission will discuss goals for 2025, including a yearly report and a review of oversight basics focused on a review model. It will also recap the February 12 Complaint Review Committee meeting and discuss community outreach, policies, and the relationship with ALPACT. The agenda includes approval of January 9 minutes and public comment.

• Goal setting for 2025, including yearly report and review of oversight basics
• Recap of Complaint Review Committee meeting from February 12, 2025
• Discussion of CPOC and community outreach events
• Review of policies and procedures, including Chapter 1 of the policy manual
• Update on CPOC relationship with Advocates and Leaders for Police and Community Trust (ALPACT)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing to receive citizen comment on the proposed sale of the city‑owned property at 418 N. Jackson Street, with no action required at the hearing. It will then consider consent‑calendar items and a slate of new‑business actions, including a pilot tax‑exemption ordinance for a nonprofit housing project, replacing the downtown meterless parking system with a pay‑to‑park system, renewing a consulting contract, amending the budget, approving the sale of 1211 Ellery Avenue, and awarding a demolition contract. These actions involve contracts, ordinance readings, and budget reallocations that affect downtown development and city services.

• Approve sale of City‑owned property at 1211 Ellery Avenue to Sayre Builders for $300
• Replace downtown “Meterless Parking” system with a “Pay‑to‑Park” system; award contract to Total Parking Solutions, Inc.
• Renew Bridge Consulting Services contract with Great Lakes Engineering, Inc. for $62,728 for 2025‑2026
• Amend 2024‑2025 budget to reallocate $60,000 of general fund dollars to the Curb Appeal Program
• Award demolition contract to Handy Excavating for $65,050 to demolish 736 Page Avenue

Racial Equity Commission

The Racial Equity Commission will vote to appoint its 2025 Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary. Members will receive updates on the city audit, upcoming community engagement events, and the promotional video. Discussion of the 2025 meeting schedule and equity seal work is postponed to a later meeting.

• Election of Chair (Kesha Hamilton), Vice Chair (David Hammontree) and Secretary (Jackie Barber)
• Audit update: City Manager reviewing Phase I findings and public outreach recommendations
• 2025 community engagement events: contact Katima Dickenson 45 days prior, submit requests to accounting
• Promotional video follow‑up is in process
• Finalizing 2025 meeting schedule and equity seal work postponed

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear a docket of 30 cases on March 5, 2025, including internal reviews, continuations, new cases, defaults, and re-notices. Cases involve property addresses across the city and cover types such as housing inspections (HI), zoning (ZN), dangerous buildings (CX), and others. The agenda is procedural, listing scheduled hearings without details on specific violations or outcomes.

• 24-276 HI 508 Seymour Ave, Joshawa Pregitzer (internal review)
• 25-085 CX 825 Hibbard Ave, Tracey Harter (new case)
• 25-086 ZN 1704 Deyo St, Michael & Laurie Howell (new case)
• 25-048 HI 909 W Michigan Ave, Matthew Caudill (default)
• 24-456 HI 1401 Fourth St, Denzel Young & Misti Brown (re-notice of default)

Planning Commission

The Jackson Planning Commission will consider a petition to vacate a public alley in the 1200 block of Deyo Street and refer it to the City Attorney for legal review. The meeting also includes the election of officers and routine agenda and minutes approvals. No other applications are on the agenda.

• Alley Vacation Petition – 1200 Block of Deyo Street (review and referral to City Attorney)
• Election of Planning Commission officers
• Adoption of the March 5, 2025 agenda
• Approval of minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting
• Public Comments and Communications (non‑agenda items)

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority will consider buying properties within its development area to generate revenue for operations. New business includes review of a commercial development project at Biddle and Cooper St. and a commercial mixed‑use project at East Prospect St. The meeting also provides updates on grant awards and marketing communications.

• Commercial Development Project at Biddle and Cooper St.
• Commercial Mixed‑Use Project at East Prospect St.
• Discussion of possible property purchases for revenue generation
• Grant awards from Tranche 1 (e.g., Pryor’s BBQ House $49,999.99)
• Marketing and Communications Update – JTV

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will hold hearings on a large number of internal review, new, continuation, default, and re‑notice of default cases. Items are listed by docket number, case type, and property address. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; the bureau will consider each case at the scheduled times.

• 24-144 HI – 506 W Biddle St (Internal Review)
• 25-064 CX – 624 Chester St (New case)
• 25-022 NW – 910 S Jackson St (Default)
• 24-130 HI – 1604 S MLK Jr Dr (Re‑Notice of Default)
• 25-078 NW – 608 W North St (New case at 2:00 PM)

Historic District Commission

The Jackson Historic District Commission will select its 2025 officers, approve the agenda and past meeting minutes, and review applications. New business includes an event at the City Center/Masonic Temple, a demolition request for the Withington Manufacturing Structure in the Withington & Cooley Industrial Historic District, and a possible creation of a Downtown Historic District. The commission will also discuss a revision to ordinance section 13.9.d regarding ordinary maintenance painting.

• Selection of officers for 2025
• Approval of June 24, October 29, and November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Demolition request for Withington Manufacturing Structure (Withington & Cooley Industrial Historic District)
• Possible creation of a Downtown Historic District
• Ordinance revision proposal for section 13.9.d (maintenance painting rules)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider a consent calendar and several new‑business items, including land donations, wastewater contract adjustments, a property sale, and multiple MDOT resolutions. A major item is the award of the Hupp‑Morrell Transmission Main contract to Dunigan Brothers, Inc. for $4,307,011.80. The council will also authorize payments and approvals related to infrastructure and community projects.

• Approve donation of vacant residential property on Cooper and Detroit Streets (parcels 7‑031400000, 7‑0314.A000, 7‑032500000, 7‑031300000)
• Approve Change Order 1 reducing the Wastewater Treatment Plant contract by $63,602.34
• Authorize payment of $172,491.18 to Dunigan Brothers, Inc. for a transmission main valve replacement
• Approve sale of the Hotel Hayes at 228 W. Michigan Avenue for $25,000 to Collier Gibson
• Award the Hupp‑Morrell Transmission Main contract to Dunigan Brothers, Inc. for $4,307,011.80

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding 10 specific property locations. The board will also review minutes from July 25, 2024.

• Review of 814 E North
• Review of 1509 Deyo
• Review of 112 Marshall
• Review of 614 Fourth (Garage)
• Review of 1200 Chittock (Garage)

Human Relations Commission

The Jackson Human Relations Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 19, 2025. Agenda items include a report from the Community Liaison Police Officer, committee updates on the Imagine Planet complaint, HRC tote bags, and catering. Old business covers selection of HRC officers, a brochure update, a Legal Aid event, and an HRC canopy. New business includes an award for Director Hitt.

• Policy and Complaint Committee update on Imagine Planet complaint
• Community Liaison Police Officer report
• Selection of HRC officers
• Approval of HRC tote bags and Davis’s Catering projects
• Award for Director Hitt

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Administrative Hearings Bureau is conducting a series of hearings for property-related cases. The docket includes internal reviews, new hearings, and default proceedings for various addresses in Jackson.

• Zoning (ZN) hearings for 237 Adams St, 616 S MLK Jr Dr, 1204 Maple Ave, 1308 Williams St, 921 Everhard St, and 161 W High St
• Housing (HI) hearings for 302 Seymour Ave, 218 Damon St, 108 Orange St, 111 S Gorham St, 1217 Williams St, and others
• Code violations (CX) hearings for 402 McKinley St, 185 W Euclid Ave, 334 Adams St, 213 S Blackstone St, 1507 E North St, 521 Wildwood Ave, and 715 W Ganson St
• Vacant housing (VH) hearings for 803 N Waterloo Ave, 128 Bates St, and 830 Wells St
• Nuisance (NW) hearings for 927 Everhard St, 1515 Plymouth St, and 601 S West Ave

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss research regarding LEED for Cities and Communities. The body is reviewing scoring categories for certification and gathering city data on sustainability, energy, and water management.

• Research on LEED for Cities and Communities
• Approval of 01-15-25 meeting minutes

City Council

The Jackson City Council will consider approving a software upgrade contract, a transmission main construction award, and a resolution to rename a park. The body will also hear a presentation on the city's audit report.

• Approval of BS&A Cloud Upgrade contract ($283,615)
• Award of Hupp-Morrell Transmission Main contract ($4,307,011.80)
• Renaming of New Leaf Park to Griffin Park
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 Audit Report
• Appointment of Chris Simpson as Police Chief

Racial Equity Commission

The Jackson Racial Equity Commission will conduct a roll call, adopt the agenda, and hear a community liaison police report. Commissioners will select officers for 2025 and finalize the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of December 2024 minutes, updates on audits and community engagement events, and reports from several sub‑committees.

• Selection of officers for 2025
• Finalizing meeting schedule and times for 2025
• Approval of December 2024 minutes
• Audit update and 2025 community engagement event planning
• Committee reports on board development, grants, policy, public equity, and nominations

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending public hearing rules to require citizen comments to remain relevant to the specific topic. The body is also deciding on several budget amendments for grants and a new five-year Capital Improvements Plan.

• Budget amendment for MSHDA MICH grant increasing revenue and expenditures by $880,000
• Budget amendment for MSHDA MI-Hope grant increasing revenue and expenditures by $250,000
• Change Order 1 for Hazardous Tree Removal Program with Top Notch Tree Care, LLC for $22,850.00
• Adoption of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan
• Petition to vacate a public alley in the 1200 Block of Deyo Street

Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority

The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority Board approved an additional $135,000 of ARPA funding for Round 3 Entrepreneurial Fund grants to nine local businesses. The Board also adopted a $3,500 budget for the third Business Resource Fair and received updates on the “Reimagining South MLK Drive” streetscape project and upcoming board activities.

• Approval of $135,000 ARPA funding for Round 3 Entrepreneurial Fund grants to nine companies (Angel of Mine Home Care LLC, Chelsea Cakes LLC, Ductz of Mid Michigan, Kelly Fuels Inc., New Smiles New Beginnings, Pryor’s BBQ, S & G Mini‑Mart, Strawberry’s Play Den, and technical assistance for MGM Cleaning Solutions).
• Approval of $3,500 budget for the third MLK CIA Business Resource Fair (covers food, signage, and business‑plan‑course materials).
• Board update on the “Reimagining South MLK Drive” streetscape improvement project slated to begin in 2025.
• Adoption of the 2025 Board of Directors meeting calendar and planning for an early‑2025 board retreat.
• Marketing and communications update presented by JTV.

Administrative Hearings Bureau

The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will meet on January 22, 2025, to conduct hearings on a docket of over 50 cases, including housing, zoning, nuisance, and dangerous building violations. The agenda lists internal reviews, continuations, re-notices of default, and new cases with specific property addresses and parties. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself; it is a schedule of hearings.

• 24-223 HI 1000 Adrian Ave
• 24-435 ZN 1205 Plymouth St
• 24-440 NW 901 N Waterloo Ave
• 25-028 CX 906 W Monroe St
• 24-314 GR 604 N Blackstone St

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will convene to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 20, 2024 session. The body plans to discuss prioritizing issues for the commission's focus and committee assignments.

• Approval of 11-20-24 meeting minutes
• Prioritization of commission focus issues
• Committee assignments
• Citizen comments (3-minute limit)
• Next meeting scheduled for February 12, 2025

Human Relations Commission

The Jackson Human Relations Commission will hear the Community Liaison Police Officer Report, review committee updates including an Imagine Planet complaint, and discuss old business on an HRC Brochure and Legal Aid Event. New business includes planning 2025 events such as Hispanic Heritage Month, Pride Festival, Juneteenth, and MLK events.

• Community Liaison Police Officer Report
• Imagine Planet Complaint under Policy and Complaint Committee
• Old business: HRC Brochure and Legal Aid Event
• New business: 2025 HRC Events (Hispanic Heritage, Pride Festival, Juneteenth) and MLK Events

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold public hearings to confirm special assessment rolls for street reconstruction on Pearl Street and East Avenue, then consider a series of contract approvals and reappointments. Items include a lighting contract for a streetlight at 908 George Street, engineering services for a drinking‑water project, and a $7,549,605.37 transmission‑main contract. The council will also adopt a deficit‑elimination plan for the Special Assessment Capital Project Fund and schedule a public hearing on housing and community‑development needs.

• Confirm Special Assessment Roll No. 3444 for street reconstruction on Pearl Street from Cooper to Waterloo
• Change to the Standard Lighting Contract with Consumers Energy for a streetlight at 908 George Street
• Professional Engineering Services Contract with Fishbeck for FY2026 Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project Plan, not to exceed $74,250
• 2025/2026 City of Jackson Rubbish Removal Contract with Granger Waste Services for $81,984 (two‑year term)
• Award of Pearl Loop Transmission Main contract to Dunigan Brothers, Inc. for $7,549,605.37

Youth Council

The Jackson City Youth Council will meet on January 9, 2025, to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from October and November 2024, and hear committee reports. Old business includes an Open House update and professional photos. New business covers strategic planning, holiday celebrations, Salvation Army volunteer dates, recruitment, mentorship, a Youth Forum, and a year-end report due January 22. The council also plans to attend the JPS School Board meeting on January 21.

• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024 and November 14, 2024
• Committee reports from Mental Health, Eco-Friendly, DEI, and Social Media committees
• Open House update and strategy plan
• Strategic Plan meeting for second half of 2024/2025
• Year-end report submission deadline January 22, 2025

Community Police Oversight Commission

The Community Police Oversight Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 2024, receive an update on a racial equity audit, and select a chair and vice chair for 2025. The body will also discuss the selection of a Complaint Review Committee.

• Approval of October 10, 2024 minutes
• Racial Equity Audit Update
• Selection of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
• Complaint Review Committee Selection
• Director of Police and Fire Services Position Change

Administrative Hearings Bureau

This meeting is a docket of administrative hearings on violations of property codes (housing, zoning, nuisance, etc.). No decisions are made; cases are heard for review or new complaints. The agenda lists over 50 cases with addresses and property owners.

• 23-370 HI 1407 Cooper St – housing inspection case
• 24-117 HI 821 S Mechanic St – housing inspection
• 24-285 ZN 1319 Walnut St – zoning case
• 24-326 HI 207 W High St – housing inspection
• 25-011 CX 1507 E North St – commercial violation

Affordable Housing Development Board

The Affordable Housing Development Board will hear updates on the 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Program, discuss housing and community development needs for the city for the 2025-2026 and 2025-2029 periods, adopt the 2025 meeting calendar, and elect officers.

• Updates on the 100 Homes and Rehabilitation Program
• Discussion of Housing and Community Development Needs for 2025-2026 and 2025-2029
• Adoption of the 2025 AHDB Meeting Calendar
• Election of officers

Racial Equity Commission

The Jackson Racial Equity Commission will hold a call to order, confirm quorum, and vote to select its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting will also adopt the agenda, receive reports from committees and the community liaison police officer, and discuss unfinished business such as the 2025 Community Engagement Event and the upcoming Strategic Planning Meeting. The session will conclude with a review of action items and commissioner comments before adjourning.

• Selection of Officers – Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
• Review of Action Items from the meeting
• Strategic Planning Meeting scheduled for Saturday, Jan 11, 2025 (9 am–1 pm)
• 2025 Community Engagement Event (unfinished business)
• Equity Seal Work (on hold)