{ "city": "Manistee County", "state": "Michigan", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/manisteecountymi.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission will review Dickson Township Master Plan amendment", "summary": "The Manistee County Planning Commission will approve June 25, 2026 minutes, receive staff updates, and consider the Dickson Township Master Plan amendment. The meeting also includes reports on commission members' meetings and trainings, and allows for other business and public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-1326", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Manistee County Board to review appointments and July fund transfers", "summary": "The Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the Recreation Commission and the Department of Health and Human Services Board. The meeting includes a report from the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan and a review of July 2026 monthly appropriations and fund transfers.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1325", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Fair Commission", "headline": "Manistee County Fair Commission to receive fair and group updates", "summary": "The Fair Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding the fair and specific community groups. The agenda includes reports from the Agricultural Society, 4H Livestock Council, and Onekama Lions.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1328", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Land Bank Authority", "headline": "Manistee County Land Bank to review blight elimination and property agreements", "summary": "The Land Bank Authority is discussing progress on blight elimination projects and draft purchase agreements for specific properties. The body will also review financial reports and expiring service contracts.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1327", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Brownfield Commission", "headline": "Kemmer Road BRA Plan recommendation to County Board", "summary": "The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider a recommendation on the Kemmer Road BRA Plan to the Board of Commissioners, review the Fishbeck compensation schedule, and discuss proposed bylaw updates. New business includes a policy discussion on the Local Brownfield Revolving Fund (LBRF). The meeting also covers approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1323", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Brownfield Commission", "headline": "Manistee County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for July 16, 2026", "summary": "The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate notifying the public of a scheduled meeting. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1322", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Manistee 911 Board", "headline": "Board to discuss grievance G25-21 as only substantive old business", "summary": "The Manistee County 911 Board will hold a regular monthly meeting with mostly procedural items. All four committees (Executive, Finance, Personnel/Policy, Technology) did not meet since last meeting. The board will consider a grievance under old business and review the treasurer's report including payment of June bills and profit/loss statements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-1324", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07152026-1324", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Policy/Personnel Committee", "headline": "Policy and Personnel Committee to review employee policies and job classifications", "summary": "The committee will discuss several new personnel policies and a classification analysis for the Office Manager/Executive Legal Assistant (Paralegal) position. Members will also review the Aggregate Insurance discussion and the PA 152 recommendation.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-1321", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07132026-1321", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "body": "Land Bank Authority", "headline": "Land Bank to review bids for asbestos abatement and demolition at 267 Third St", "summary": "The Land Bank Authority will review bids received for asbestos abatement and demolition of a commercial structure at 267 Third Street, Manistee, and may award a contract. The project is funded by a state blight elimination grant with a completion deadline of August 21, 2026. The meeting also covers next steps and timeline for the property.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1320", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Green Team Committee", "headline": "Green Team Committee July 1 meeting cancelled", "summary": "The Green Team Committee meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be transacted, and no public hearings or decisions are on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1318", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Ways & Means Committee", "headline": "Child Care Fund budget and county budget review on agenda", "summary": "The Ways & Means Committee will hear a request from Youth Services for approval of the Child Care Fund Budget, review and recommend payment of unused PTO to a retired jail employee ($4,512.75), and discuss the Nine-Month Budget Review and FY 2026-27 County Budget Outline. They will also receive presentations on zoning services contracts for Onekama Township, Arcadia Township, Village of Bear Lake, and Village of Eastlake, and bids for jail floor repairs. A closed session is scheduled to consider material exempt from disclosure.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1319", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07012026-1319", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to review two Norman Township zoning amendments and elect officers", "summary": "The Manistee County Planning Commission will consider two zoning amendment reviews for Norman Township (ZR26-03 and ZR26-04). They will also elect officers for the July 2026–June 2027 term and make committee appointments. Other business includes approving the March 12, 2026 minutes and receiving a planning department update.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1315", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Brownfield Commission", "headline": "Brownfield Authority holds procedural meeting with no listed agenda items", "summary": "The Manistee County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting on June 22, 2026. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate required by the Michigan Open Meetings Act, with no specific items for discussion or decision listed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1313", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Brownfield Commission", "headline": "Discussion of Joslin Cove Development and Reimbursement Agreement", "summary": "The Manistee County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will approve the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and address conflict‑of‑interest disclosures. Members will elect officers and review the authority’s bylaws, including the conflict‑of‑interest policy. New business includes the Joslin Cove Development and Reimbursement Agreement. Old business covers the Kemmer Road Modified Proposal and a joint agreement for Fishbeck Consulting Services.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1314", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1314", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Manistee 911 Board", "headline": "Board to approve bills, treasurer report, discuss Kids Safety Day", "summary": "The Manistee County 911 Board will hold a regular monthly meeting to approve minutes from May 20, 2026, and the treasurer's report including profit/loss detail and budget vs. actual. They will also authorize payment of bills (check register dated June 2026). Committee reports are largely inactive; only the technology committee met June 16. Old business includes evaluation updates, and the deputy director will report on Kids Safety Day.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-1312", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06172026-1312", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Board of Commissioners", "headline": "County board to hear audit overview, annual reports, timber sale bids", "summary": "The Board of Commissioners will hear an audit overview from Gabridge & Company, receive annual reports from the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development, and review bid results for a Timber Sale. The consent agenda includes approval of June 2026 appropriations and fund transfers.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1309", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-1309", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Fair Commission", "headline": "Fair Commission to hear updates on county fair and groups", "summary": "This is a routine meeting of the Manistee County Fair Commission. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and updates from the Agricultural Society, 4H Livestock Council, and Onekama Lions. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1311", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Airport Authority", "headline": "Airport Authority will consider the FY2027 tentative budget", "summary": "The Manistee County Airport Authority meeting will review and act on several financial and project items. Key actions include approving the FY2027 tentative budget and a lease for Hangar 2454. The board will also consider design and construction contracts related to runway work and a T‑Hangar door replacement.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1317", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Land Bank Authority", "headline": "Blight elimination rounds and property redevelopment updates", "summary": "The Manistee County Land Bank Authority will hear updates on blight elimination funds (rounds 3 and 4) with a September 1, 2026 completion deadline, progress on the Bear Lake property and Java Lodge, and potential partnerships with Habitat for Humanity and Tiny Developers. The board will also review a procurement policy and upcoming contract expirations for consulting and service agreements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1310", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Local Revenue Sharing Board", "headline": "Board to consider authorizing Cycle I 2026 grant payments", "summary": "The Manistee County Local Revenue Sharing Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, review correspondence and the latest financial report, and consider authorizing grant payments for Cycle I 2026 applications. The board will also vote on paying outstanding administrative fees of $12,500. Public comment will be taken, and future meeting dates were announced.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1307", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Policy/Personnel Committee", "headline": "Policy/Personnel Committee to review EEO policy and job classifications", "summary": "The committee will discuss an Equal Employment Opportunity policy and a new policy for enhanced access to public records. Members will also review classification analyses for several positions and discuss employee health benefits.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1308", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1308", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "body": "Public Safety Committee", "headline": "County Public Safety Committee to review 2025 Use of Force Report and monthly stats", "summary": "The Manistee County Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive presentations and monthly statistical reports from the Sheriff's Office (including the 2025 Annual Use of Force Report), City of Manistee police and fire, 911 dispatch, emergency management, Mobile Medical Response, and other agencies. No voting items are listed; the meeting is informational.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06052026-1306", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06052026-1306", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Ways & Means Committee", "headline": "Ways & Means to consider MGT agreement, PTO payouts, airport projects", "summary": "The Ways & Means Committee will consider a Master Services Agreement with MGT, review quotes for carpet cleaning, and recommend payment of two unused PTO amounts totaling $12,503.26 for departing employees. The Airport Director will discuss upcoming projects.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1305", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-1305", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "body": "Recreation Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider Forest Road Closure Resolution and Park & Recreation Plan goals", "summary": "The Manistee County Recreation Commission meets on June 1, 2026, to hear public comment and updates from local trail and recreation groups. The commission will also consider a resolution for a forest road closure and discuss goals and objectives for the county's Park & Recreation Plan.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-1304", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning commission meeting notice only, no agenda items listed", "summary": "The Manistee County Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on May 28, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. in the Planning Department Conference Room. The agenda consists solely of procedural notices required by the Michigan Open Meetings Act; no substantive items, ordinances, rezonings, or contracts are listed for discussion or decision.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-1303", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Manistee 911 Board", "headline": "Board will consider a financial audit for the Manistee County 911 department", "summary": "The Manistee County 911 Board will approve the April meeting minutes and review the Treasurer's Report, including December profit and loss details and payment of November bills. Committee reports were noted as not having met. The board will discuss a new financial audit. No other old business or new business items were listed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-1300", "minutes_url": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-1300", "source": "https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }