Muskegon public meetings in 2021
35 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The commission will conduct public hearings for an infill housing project and a corridor improvement plan. The agenda also includes discussion of the 2022 SEIU Unit 2 contract and several property-related agreements.
- Public hearing: Infill Housing Project Brownfield Plan (3rd Amendment)
- Public hearing: Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority Development and TIF Plan
- Discussion of 2022 SEIU Unit 2 contract
- Approval of MDOT property purchase and CSXT purchase agreement
- Demolition of 238 Houston
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a worksession to discuss a CSXT purchase agreement and the Social District Report and Plan. The agenda also includes an Inclusive Zoning Proposal.
- CSXT Purchase Agreement
- Social District Report and Plan
- Inclusive Zoning Proposal
City Commission
The City Commission will review multiple brownfield development and reimbursement agreements for projects on West Western Avenue and Viridian Drive. The meeting also includes a second reading of an amendment to the Lakeside Form Based Code regarding marihuana facilities.
- Brownfield Development & Reimbursement Agreements for Adelaide Pointe, Viridian Shores, and Trilogy Senior Housing
- Second reading of the Lakeside Form Based Code amendment for marihuana facilities
- Removal of Ottawa Bridge (Bridge Bundle #1)
- Proposed purchase of 1183 Terrace Street
- Sale of property at 434 Abbey Street
City Commission
The City Commission will review several items on the consent agenda, including pay benefits and ordinance amendments. The commission will also discuss amending the Lakeside Form Based Code regarding marijuana facilities.
- Amendment to Lakeside Form Based Code for marihuana facilities
- Solid waste ordinance amendment
- On-premise tasting room permit for West Michigan Rum Company
- Peck Street Change Order #005
- Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite Change Order #002
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission is holding a worksession to discuss several municipal items. The agenda includes an amendment to the Solid Waste Ordinance and a proposal for utility connection fees.
- Solid Waste Ordinance Amendment
- Utility Connection Fee Proposal
- Inclusive Zoning
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct public hearings regarding brownfield plan amendments for the Trilogy Senior Housing Redevelopment Project and Adelaide Point. The agenda also includes consent items for equipment purchases and development agreements.
- Brownfield Plan Amendment for Harbor 31 LLC at 60 Viridian Drive
- Public hearing on Adelaide Point Project Brownfield Plan Amendment
- Request to purchase AEDs and a portable fire pump for the fireboat
- Establishment of an Obsolete Property District at 221 W Webster Avenue
- HBA Demolitions at 181 Irwin
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission will review a proposal to purchase vacant property at 209 Merrill. The meeting also includes a progress report and Phase II authorization for the West Urban Properties PILOT agreement.
- Purchase of vacant property at 209 Merrill
- Muskegon Area Sports Hall of Fame Arena lease
- Buekema Playground revision
- Ride Muskegon operating agreement
- West Urban Properties PILOT Agreement progress report and Phase II authorization
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a worksession to review several reports and agreements. Topics include the Adelaide Pointe Development Agreement and progress on PILOT Development.
- Adelaide Pointe Development Agreement
- Ride Muskegon Operating Agreement
- Mayors’ Institute on City Design Report
- West Urban Properties PILOT Development presentation
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing for final PUD approval at Adelaide Point. The agenda also includes reviews of solid waste and deer hunting ordinance amendments, as well as building contract reassignments.
- Final PUD approval at Adelaide Point
- Solid Waste Ordinance Amendment
- Building contract reassignments for 769 Catawba Avenue and 548 E Dale Avenue
- Deer Hunting Ordinance Amendment
- DDA Liquor License for 1208 8th Street
City Commission
The City Commission will consider items including ladder truck financing, property sales, and street improvements. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding commercial tax exemptions.
- Financing for 100-Foot Mid Mount Tower Ladder Truck
- Western Avenue ADA work and Laketon Trail lighting
- Sale of 239 Monroe Avenue and 766 Leonard
- Public hearings for commercial facilities exemption certificates
- ARP Infill Housing Program
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission is holding a worksession to discuss several municipal topics. Items for review include the ARP Infill Housing Program and the draft deer hunting ordinance.
- Alley Paving Policy
- Draft Deer Hunting Ordinance
- ARP Infill Housing Program
- Arena Buildout – Carlisle’s
- Marihuana Facilities Update
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several infrastructure projects, including the removal of Amity Avenue and Ottawa Street bridges. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning for 1128 Roberts Street and a pedicab ordinance. Additionally, the commission will review revisions to Municipal Senior Millage funding allocations.
- Removal of Amity Avenue and Ottawa Street bridges
- Rezoning requests for 1128 Roberts Street
- Pedicab ordinance update
- Revision to Municipal Senior Millage funding allocations
- Revocation of IFT at 441 W. Western Avenue
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several items for approval, including a redevelopment RFP for 1095 Third Street and sanitation policy updates. New business includes discussions regarding a pedicab ordinance and opioid litigation representation.
- 1095 Third Street Redevelopment RFP
- Purchase request for two fire apparatuses
- AutoPulse Resuscitation purchase using grant funds
- Pedicab Ordinance
- ARP Infill Housing Program
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a worksession to review several municipal topics. Discussion items include utility aid proposals, sanitation policy, and ARP funding for housing.
- Utility Aid Proposal
- Sanitation Policy
- ARP Funding – Housing
- Firetruck Purchase
- Designation of Voting Delegates for Michigan Municipal League
City Commission
The City Commission is scheduled to discuss a rezoning request for 1128 Roberts Street and an amendment to the Harbour Towne PUD. The agenda also includes consent items regarding public safety grants, event fee waivers, and water filtration plant roofing.
- Rezoning of 1128 Roberts Street
- Amendment to Harbour Towne PUD
- 2021 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
- Public Works & Water Filtration Plant roofing
- Lease development for 1192 & 1194 Pine
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several items including fire station upgrades and street change orders. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a new commercial redevelopment district.
- Public hearing for Commercial Redevelopment District at 623/639 W Clay Avenue
- Second reading for rezoning of 1747 7th Street
- Fire Station Upgrades (Central)
- Peck Street Change Order #003 & #004
- CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan Budget
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a worksession to discuss several municipal updates. The agenda includes reviewing community survey results, revisions to special event fee waivers, and investments for Pere Marquette Park and the Central Fire Station.
- Update on Community Survey Results
- Special Event Fee Waiver Revisions
- Pere Marquette Park – Investment
- Fire Station Upgrades (Central)
City Commission
The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the transmittal of the 2021-2022 proposed budget. The agenda also includes new business proposals for Mercy Health Arena and several public works items.
- Transmittal of 2021-2022 Proposed Budget
- Mercy Health Arena Roof Lease and Power Purchase Agreement
- Lakeside Social District Permit Recommendation
- 9th Street Engineering Services Agreement Amendment #001
- Musketawa Trail streetlight locations
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a worksession to review the transmittal of the 2021-2022 proposed budget. The agenda also includes an Access for All update from the CNS Department and a GARE presentation.
- Transmittal of the 2021-2022 proposed budget
- Access for All update from the CNS Department
- GARE presentation by LeighAnn Mikesell
City Commission
The City Commission will receive a presentation regarding the proposed 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes public hearings for redevelopment plans at 105 Viridian Drive and 151 N Causeway, as well as approvals for social district plans.
- Presentation of the proposed 2021-2022 budget
- Public hearing for Harbor 31 LLC (Viridian Shores) redevelopment at 105 Viridian Drive
- Approval of Muskegon Lakeside and Downtown Muskegon Social District plans
- Public hearing for a sewer project plan
- Concession agreement for TASTEE BBQ-N-CHICKEN
City Commission
The City Commission will hold an electronic special meeting to discuss the sale of 237 Monroe. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.
- Sale of 237 Monroe
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission will consider a resolution for a November 2, 2021 charter amendment. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the 5-Year Regional Consolidated Plan and several property sales.
- Resolution to place Charter Amendment on the November 2, 2021 ballot
- Sale of vacant lot at 1210 Morgan
- Updated user fees for the Parks Department
- Sales of properties at 246 Monroe Avenue, 235 Monroe, and 244 Monroe
- 5-Year Regional Consolidated Plan/Annual Action Plan hearing
City Commission
This worksession includes presentations on the Adelaide Pointe Development and a proposed Lakeside Social District. The commission will also discuss the Carlisle’s Arena lease, parks plans, and an overview of the American Rescue Plan Act.
- Presentation on Adelaide Pointe Development
- Proposed Lakeside Social District
- Discussion regarding Carlisle’s Arena Lease
- Reese & Beukema Parks Plan review
- American Rescue Plan Act overview
City Commission
The City Commission will consider amendments to the Downtown Muskegon Social District plan and map. The agenda also includes a resolution of intent for the Harbor 31 Viridian Shores housing development and discussions regarding park upgrades.
- Downtown Muskegon Social District Plan and Map Amendments
- Harbor 31 Viridian Shores Housing Development NEZ Resolution of Intent
- Water Filtration Plant & Harvey Pump Station Building Repairs
- Sale of the property formerly known as 1251 8th Street
- Public hearing for MH Solar LLC personal property exemption
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission will review several items including rezoning requests for 885 E. Apple and the Dowd/Hudson area. The agenda also includes updates to 2021 user fees and the sale of multiple city-owned properties.
- Rezoning request for Dowd/Hudson (2nd reading)
- Motion to reconsider zoning ordinance amendment for 885 E. Apple
- Sale of 602 Ada Avenue, 240 Monroe Avenue, and 250 Monroe Avenue
- Acquisition of 902 Pine Street via a 425 Agreement
- 2021 User Fee Update
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a worksession to discuss several municipal topics. Discussions include the Carlisle’s Arena lease, Terrace Street reconfiguration, and housing development updates.
- Carlisle’s Arena lease discussion
- Terrace Street reconfiguration
- Harbor 31 Viridian Shores housing development update
- Acquisition of 902 Pine Street
- Solar tax abatement discussion
City Commission
The City Commission will consider rezoning requests for 420 S Harvey Street and Dowd/Hudson. The meeting also includes discussions regarding marina parking ordinances, micro-transit funding, and bridge work.
- Rezoning of 420 S Harvey Street
- Marina Parking Ordinance and increased launch ramp fines
- MATS Micro-transit Funding
- Amity Avenue Bridge
- Annual renewal of liquor licenses public hearing
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission is reviewing the full launch of the Downtown Muskegon Social District and a rezoning request for 685 Access Highway. The agenda also includes updates on the sewer fund deficit elimination plan and various public works projects. Several administrative items are included in the consent agenda.
- Full launch of the Downtown Muskegon Social District
- Rezoning of 685 Access Highway
- Acquisition of 1259 Sanford from Muskegon County Landbank
- MDOT Agreement for Peck Street
- Port City Industrial Park Expansion RFP
City Commission
The City Commission worksession includes discussions regarding special event policies and inclusive zoning. The agenda also covers the full launch of the Downtown Muskegon Social District and a small retailer assistance program.
- Special Event Policy Update
- Downtown Muskegon Social District Full Launch
- Small Retailer Assistance Program
- Inclusive Zoning
- Creation of a Citizen’s Commission on Economic Equity
City Commission
The Muskegon City Commission will review several items on the consent agenda, including the sale of 242 Monroe Avenue and a software subscription. The meeting also addresses unfinished business regarding a Mercy Health lease extension and a second quarter budget reforecast.
- Sale of 242 Monroe Avenue
- Social District Permit Recommendation
- Port City Industrial Park Sign Upgrades
- Pacer.ai Software Subscription
- Annex Lease Extension – Mercy Health
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing updates to marijuana zoning ordinances and the second quarter budget reforecast. The agenda also includes discussions regarding PILOT policies and communications infrastructure for the filtration plant.
- Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance – Marihuana
- 2nd Quarter Budget Reforecast
- Amendment to the Marihuana Facilities Overlay District at 885 E Apple Avenue
- PILOT Policy and Ordinance Amendment
- Filtration Plant Communications Tower
City Commission
This worksession includes discussions on the City Clerk's Informational Portal and Imagine Muskegon Lake. An item regarding Special Event Parking at Pere Marquette was removed per staff request.
- Informational Portal
- Imagine Muskegon Lake
City Commission
The City Commission will consider marihuana facility district amendments and deficit elimination plans for the Public Improvement and Sewer funds. The agenda also includes a lease extension with Mercy Health and property sales.
- Deficit Elimination Plans for Public Improvement and Sewer funds
- Sale of 275 Mason Avenue
- Annex Lease Extension for Mercy Health
- Marihuana Facilities Overlay District amendments
- Social District Permit Recommendation
City Commission
The City Commission will review several amendments to the Marihuana Facilities Overlay District for various locations. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Lakeside BID Special Assessment Roll and decisions regarding multiple property sales. Other items include updates to parking policies and sewer rate adjustments.
- Amendments to the Marihuana Facilities Overlay District at 965 W Western, 920 Washington Ave, and 1330 Division St
- Public hearing for the Lakeside BID Special Assessment Roll
- Sales of properties at 219 Merrill Avenue, 275 Mason Avenue, 346 Mason Avenue, and 352 Mason Avenue
- Updates to paid parking policies and beach fee schedules
- FY2020-21 Sewer Rate Adjustment
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a worksession to review the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The agenda also includes discussions regarding FY2020-21 sewer rate adjustments and 2021 special event fees.
- Presentation of the 2020 CAFR by Eric VanDop from Brickley DeLong
- Discussion of FY2020-21 Sewer Rate Adjustment
- Review of 2021 Special Event Fees