Lapeer, Michigan

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the City Planner’s May 28, 2026 decision that denied a zoning permit for multi‑family use of the structure at 417 E. Oregon Street, which is located in a single‑family residential district. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, minutes, public comments, a review of ZBA by‑laws, correspondence, training, and adjournment. The meeting location has been changed to the historic Lapeer Train Depot at 71 Howard Street because City Hall is being used for early voting.

• Appeal of zoning permit denial for multi‑family use at 417 E. Oregon Street
• Review of Zoning Board of Appeals by‑laws
• Public comments session
• Roll call, minutes, correspondence, and training items
• Meeting moved to 71 Howard Street due to early voting at City Hall

Economic Development Corporation

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The regular Board of Directors meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026, has been cancelled.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will approve routine items such as meeting minutes, treasurer reports, and the Executive Director contract. Committee and staff reports on outreach, business development, placemaking, events, and the Main Street program will be presented. New business features a community assessment for Main Street accreditation, while old business discusses the Placer.AI project and the Tax Increment Reimbursement Agreement with LaMagna Properties.

• Executive Director contract
• Main Street Accreditation – Community Assessment
• Placer.AI
• Tax Increment Reimbursement Agreement – LaMagna Properties
• Main Street Program update (staff report)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission is deciding on a zoning change for 822 West Street and several capital improvement projects for city vehicles and equipment. The body will also consider a resolution for a beer tent at Annrook Park and Horton St. parking for Lapeer Days.

• Rezoning of 822 West Street from OS-1 Office Service to B-2 General Business
• Purchase of a chipper truck and upfitting for a total of $200,275.64
• Purchase of two police vehicles for $109,390.00
• Purchase of a Kubota loader tractor for $54,415.42 and a zero turn mower for $18,484.72
• Purchase of two EVO radar traffic detection kits for $68,226

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will hold a special meeting on July 20, 2026. The agenda includes public comments and two administrative items that may be moved to closed session: a written legal opinion and the annual evaluation of City Manager Womack. The commission will also vote to return to the special meeting and adjourn.

• Enter closed session to discuss written legal opinion
• Enter closed session to discuss City Manager Womack's annual evaluation
• Public comments from residents
• Return to special meeting
• Adjournment

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve the monthly financial report and monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC. It will review the monthly operation report for the fire alarm and energy system at Riverview Towers. The commission will consider a contract rent increase for Lapeer Riverview Towers effective September 1, 2026, and two resolutions to replace the former LHC ED/LRT Manager with a Housing Compliance Specialist who will have signature and access authority to bank accounts effective July 16, 2026.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC (checking account, reserve, voucher payments, administrative)
• Contract rent increase for Lapeer Riverview Towers effective Sep 1, 2026
• Resolution #22-2026 to remove former LHC ED/LRT Manager and add Housing Compliance Specialist signature authority to bank accounts effective July 16, 2026
• Resolution #194-2026 to remove former LHC ED/LRT Manager and add Housing Compliance Specialist signature authority to bank accounts effective July 16, 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning 1029 Baldwin from R‑3 to B‑2. It will also consider text amendments to Article 7.17 concerning signs. The commission will receive general updates to the city’s Master Plan. No other items are on the agenda.

• Rezoning – 1029 Baldwin – change from R‑3 to B‑2
• Text Amendments – Article 7.17 (signs)
• Master Plan – general updates

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the Bill Listing for July 6, 2026, totaling $1,988,187.80. Commissioners will also take the first reading of Ordinance 2026‑05 to rezone 822 West Street from OS‑1 Office Service to B‑2 General Business. The agenda includes approval of a Participation Agreement for the Courts and Law Enforcement Management Information Systems (CLEMIS) and a contract modification with Assessment Administration Services, LLC for assessment services starting July 1, 2026. A proclamation recognizing Denise Soldenski’s retirement will be adopted.

• Bill Listing approval for $1,988,187.80
• Ordinance 2026‑05 rezoning 822 West Street to B‑2 General Business
• CLEMIS Participation Agreement authorizing City Manager and Police Chief to sign
• Contract modification with Assessment Administration Services, LLC for assessment services
• Proclamation honoring Denise Soldenski’s retirement

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will hold a special meeting to hear public comments and approve a consent agenda that includes a special event at 1701 W. Genesee St. The commission will enter a closed session to discuss negotiations of the Teamsters Union Contract. After discussion, the commission will vote to ratify the Teamsters Union Contract.

• Approve consent agenda for a July 11, 2026 concert by American Legion Post 116 at 1701 W. Genesee St.
• Enter closed session to discuss Teamsters Union Contract negotiations
• Ratify the Teamsters Union Contract

The commission approved a consent agenda that included a special event at the American Legion Post. It entered a closed session to discuss the Teamsters Union contract, then returned to the special meeting and ratified the contract unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 5:06 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (including American Legion concert) – ayes: Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie; nays: none
• Entered closed session to discuss Teamsters Union contract – ayes: Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie, Brady; nays: none
• Returned to special meeting – ayes: Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie; nays: none
• Ratified Teamsters Union contract – ayes: McCarthy, Petrie, Brady, Glisman; nays: none
• Adjourned special meeting at 5:06 p.m.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority board will review and vote on a Tax Increment Reimbursement Agreement with LaMagna Properties as new business. It will also discuss a Building Improvement Loan for Kin Thai and consider the Executive Director contract. The agenda includes approval of the 2025-26 Budget Amendment #2 and other committee reports.

• 2025-26 Budget Amendment #2 (consent agenda)
• Executive Director Contract
• Building Improvement Loan – Kin Thai
• Tax Increment Reimbursement Agreement – LaMagna Properties
• Placer.AI (old business)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to elect officers and adopt board by-laws. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for fences and walls at a specific property.

• Public hearing for variance request from Kane regarding Section 7-15.3 Fences and Walls at 48 Rosemary Street
• Reading and adoption of Zoning Board of Appeals By-Laws
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will discuss and vote on operating and capital budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The body is also considering a resolution regarding a new Executive Director and Manager for the Lapeer Housing Commission and Lapeer Riverview Towers.

• Resolution #21-2026: LRT Operating/Capital Budget FY 7/1/26-6/30/27
• Resolution #192-2026: LHC Budget FY 7/1/26-6/30/27
• Resolution #193-2026: Appointment of new LHC Executive Director/LRT Manager with signature authority
• Resolution #20-2026: Disposition of Disposed Items FYE 6/30/26
• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher payments

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a bill listing and a property and liability insurance renewal. The body is also considering a 10-year fire protection agreement with Mayfield Township and a rezoning amendment for S. Lapeer Rd/Lapeer Commons.

• Bill listing in the amount of $527,316.00
• Property and Liability Insurance renewal with Highstreet Insurance & Financial Services for $348,853
• 10-year Fire Protection Agreement with Mayfield Township (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2036)
• Second reading of rezoning for S. Lapeer Rd/Lapeer Commons (Parcel #L21-39-831-019-10)
• 2026-2027 Solid Waste Collection Licenses for Tri County Refuse, Rick Rhein Disposal, and GFL Environmental

The commission unanimously approved a zoning ordinance amendment that rezones the S. Lapeer Rd/Lapeer Commons parcel (Parcel #L21-39-831-019-10) on the second reading. It also approved a fire protection agreement with Mayfield Township (4‑1), renewed the city’s property and liability insurance for $348,853 (5‑0), and authorized solid‑waste collection licenses (5‑0). Additional actions included a unanimous bill listing approval, a 4‑1 vote to allow staff to dismiss themselves, and corrective findings on Commissioners Atwood and Brady (3‑1‑1 each).

• Approved rezoning of S. Lapeer Rd/Lapeer Commons parcel (5-0)
• Approved fire protection agreement with Mayfield Township (4-1)
• Approved property & liability insurance renewal $348,853 (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 solid waste collection licenses (5-0)
• Approved bill listing $527,316 (5-0)
• Approved staff dismissal authority (4-1)
• Adopted corrective finding on Commissioner Atwood (3-1-1)
• Adopted corrective finding on Commissioner Brady (3-1-1)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 822 West St., changing the zoning from OS-1 to B-2. The commission will also review a site‑plan extension for a Telco Hut on Davison Rd. (reference L21-18-180-001-00). A discussion of the master plan community survey is on the agenda. Routine items include roll call, minutes, public comments, training, and correspondence.

• Rezoning – 822 West St. – OS-1 to B-2 (public hearing)
• Site Plan Extension – Davison Rd. (L21-18-180-001-00) – Telco Hut
• Master Plan – Community Survey
• Public Hearings Scheduled – includes rezoning of 822 West St.
• Development Activities Report (correspondence)

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 14 meeting. It recommended that the City Commission approve rezoning 822 West Street from OS‑1 to B‑2. Commissioners also approved a one‑year site‑plan extension for the Telco Hut project on Davison Road and moved forward with the Master Plan community survey after cutting redundant park questions and creating a separate transportation section.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of 822 West St from OS‑1 to B‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year site‑plan extension for Telco Hut project (unanimous)
• Approved distribution of Master Plan community survey with revisions (unanimous)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission held a workshop at the Train Depot on June 8, 2026. The meeting consisted of standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, a public comments period, and a work session on agenda and order of business. No substantive decisions or proposals were scheduled.

• Public comments period
• Work session on City Commission agenda and order of business

The commission spent the special meeting addressing procedural issues. Mayor Hing ruled Commissioner Brady out of order multiple times for violating Rules D.6 and RONR provisions, and sustained Commissioner McCarthy’s point of order. He also warned audience member Mr. LaRoy for disorderly conduct. The meeting was adjourned at 8:24 p.m.

• Mayor Hing ruled Commissioner Brady out of order for violating Rules D.6 (multiple instances)
• Mayor Hing sustained Commissioner McCarthy’s point of order (Rule D-6, RONR 43)
• Mayor Hing ruled audience member Mr. LaRoy out of order and issued a warning
• Mayor Hing adjourned the meeting at 8:24 p.m.

Tax Increment Finance Authorities

The regular Board of Directors meeting of the City of Lapeer Tax Increment Finance Authority scheduled for June 3, 2026, has been cancelled.

Economic Development Corporation

The regular meeting of the City of Lapeer Economic Development Corporation scheduled for June 3, 2026, has been cancelled. The notice was posted on May 21, 2026.

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The City of Lapeer Brownfield Redevelopment Authority has cancelled its regular Board of Directors meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026. The meeting was posted on May 21, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items

Lapeer Development Finance Authority

The Board of Directors meeting for the City of Lapeer Local Development Finance Authority scheduled for June 2, 2026, has been cancelled.

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission approved the FY2025/2026 budget amendments and a $979,494.26 bill listing. It approved a preliminary site condominium plan for 112 single‑family homes on parcels L20-98-031-011-00 and L20-98-031-005-00. The commission gave a first reading to a rezoning ordinance for the S. Lapeer Rd./Lapeer Commons parcel and scheduled a second reading. It voted to deny the rezoning request for 3300 Davison Rd. and the adjacent vacant parcel.

• Approve $979,494.26 Bill Listing for June 1, 2026
• Approve FY2025/2026 budget amendments
• Approve preliminary site condominium plan for 112 homes on parcels L20-98-031-011-00 and L20-98-031-005-00
• First reading of rezoning ordinance for S. Lapeer Rd./Lapeer Commons (Parcel L21-39-831-019-10)
• Deny rezoning of 3300 Davison Rd. and Vacant Davison Rd. (Parcels L20-83-307-040-00 and L20-83-308-040-00)

The Lapeer City Commission approved several items, including FY2025/2026 budget amendments (4‑1) and a $979,494.26 bill listing. It denied the Brookwood of Lapeer North preliminary condominium plan (3‑2) and denied rezoning of 3300 Davison Rd. (4‑1). It also approved a first reading of a zoning amendment, directed downtown sidewalk repairs, and created an e‑bike research committee.

• Approved FY2025/2026 budget amendments (4-1)
• Approved bill listing for $979,494.26 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda special event (5-0)
• Denied Brookwood of Lapeer North preliminary condominium plan (3-2)
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendment for S. Lapeer Rd (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 3300 Davison Rd. parcels (4-1)
• Approved direction for downtown sidewalk brickwork repairs (5-0)
• Approved formation of e‑bike committee (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on May 27, 2026. The board will approve the meeting agenda, minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting, and a 2025‑26 budget amendment. Committee and staff reports, including a Main Street program update, will be presented. The board will also consider a building improvement loan for Kin Thai.

• Approve May 27, 2026 agenda
• Approve minutes from April 22, 2026 regular meeting
• Approve 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #2
• Staff report: Main Street Program update
• Consider building improvement loan – Kin Thai

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission held a special meeting on May 21, 2026. The agenda includes public comment and an administrative item to engage Bodman, PLC as an outside investigator. The commission will consider approving this engagement during the meeting.

• Engage Bodman, PLC – outside investigator (administrative item)

The commission voted 3-1 to authorize the engagement of Bodman PLC as an outside investigator for the complaint noted in the meeting notice. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem were designated as the city's point of contact for the engagement. Funding for the engagement will be addressed in a budget amendment at the regular June 1, 2026 meeting. Findings will be reported to the full commission in a privileged session.

• Authorized engagement of Bodman PLC as outside investigator (3-1)
• Designated Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem as point of contact for the engagement

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will meet to review monthly financial reports and bills. The body is scheduled to approve the 2026 income limits effective May 21, 2026. The meeting also includes operational reports for Riverview Towers.

• Approval of 2026 Income Limits effective 5/21/26
• Monthly bill approval for Riverview Towers LLC Checking Account
• Monthly bill approval for Riverview Towers LLC Reserve for Replacements
• Monthly landlord payments for Housing Choice Voucher
• Fire alarm and energy system operation report for Riverview Towers

The Lapeer Housing Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 16 meeting, the monthly financial report, and the listed monthly bills. It also adopted the 2026 HUD income limits for both the Housing Choice Voucher and Project Based Voucher programs, effective May 21, 2026. All motions carried with three yeas and no nays.

• Approved April 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (3-0)
• Approved monthly bills for Riverview Towers, vouchers, and contractor payments (3-0)
• Approved 2026 HUD income limits for Housing Choice and Project Based Voucher programs (3-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider and vote on several agenda items, including the adoption of the fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget and the first year of the capital improvement program through FY 2031‑2022. They will also approve the consent agenda, adopt the 2026 fee schedule, and add delinquent 2017 special assessments to the 2026 summer tax roll. Additional items include a $734,236.03 bill listing and discussion of the city attorney RFP and board appointments.

• Approve consent agenda, including disposal of two 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utilities
• Adopt FY 2026‑2027 budget and first year of capital improvement program FY 2026‑2027 through FY 2031‑2022
• Adopt 2026 City of Lapeer Fee Schedule, effective July 1, 2026
• Approve Bill Listing for May 18, 2026, in the amount of $734,236.03
• Add delinquent 2017 Special Assessments to the 2026 Summer Tax Roll

The commission adopted the City of Lapeer’s FY 2026‑27 budget, approving a $3,729,519 tax levy of 9.8000 mills on the ad valorem roll and 4.9000 mills on the income‑tax roll. They also approved the city fee schedule, component‑unit budgets, and added delinquent 2017 special assessments to the 2026 tax roll. Additional actions included a change order for the Cramton Park pickleball/tennis courts, postponement of the city manager’s performance review, and re‑appointing Mike Womack to the Building Authority.

• Approved bill listing $734,236.03 (3-2)
• Adopted FY 2026-27 budget and $3,729,519 tax levy (5-0)
• Adopted city fee schedule effective July 1, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted component-unit budgets and amendments (5-0)
• Added delinquent 2017 special assessments to 2026 tax roll (5-0)
• Approved Cramton Park pickleball/tennis court change order up to $89,610 (5-0)
• Postponed city manager performance review to July 20, 2026 (3-2)
• Re-appointed Mike Womack to Building Authority (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a special land use at 24 S. Court Street, a rezoning of 3300 Davison Rd. and a vacant Davison Rd. parcel from B‑2 to RM‑2, and a PUD concept plan amendment for the Lapeer Commons on S. Main St. The commission will also discuss updates from the Master Plan sub‑committee and review community survey input. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the items are scheduled for discussion and hearing.

• Special Land Use hearing – 24 S. Court Street
• Rezoning hearing – 3300 Davison Rd. & vacant Davison Rd. parcel, B‑2 to RM‑2
• PUD Concept Plan Amendment hearing – Lapeer Commons, S. Main St.
• Master Plan – Sub‑Committee discussion
• Master Plan – Community Survey input

The commission approved the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. It approved a special land use for 24 S. Court Street and denied a rezoning request for 3300 Davison Rd and the adjacent vacant parcel. It recommended the City Commission approve a rezoning/PUD concept plan revision for Lapeer Commons, decided not to create a Master Plan steering committee, and authorized a revised Master Plan community survey. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved special land use for 24 S. Court Street (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 3300 Davison Rd and Vacant Parcel (5-0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Lapeer Commons PUD concept plan revision (5-0)
• Decided not to create a Master Plan steering committee (5-0)
• Approved distribution of revised Master Plan community survey (5-0)

Tax Increment Finance Authorities

The Lapeer Tax Increment Finance Authority board will hold a regular meeting to consider several items. They will review a proposed public comment policy, discuss infrastructure needs along Davison Road west of Rolland‑Warner School in TIFA District 3, and consider water services for parks. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, consent agenda items (minutes and financials), and public comment periods.

• Public Comment Policy (proposed adoption)
• Discussion of infrastructure along Davison Road west of Rolland‑Warner School (TIFA District 3)
• Water Services for Parks
• Consent Agenda: minutes of April 1, 2026 meeting
• Consent Agenda: financial statements

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board will meet to discuss a public comment policy and approve the 2025/26 budget. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Approval of 2025/26 Budget
• Discussion of Public Comment Policy

Economic Development Corporation

The Lapeer Economic Development Corporation board will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2026. Items include approval of the agenda, review of April 1 minutes and financial reports, and a new public‑comment policy under new business. The board will also accept public comments and board member remarks.

• Approval of agenda
• Review of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports
• Consideration of new public comment policy
• Public comment session

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote to approve a bill listing totaling $433,397.79. It will also set a public hearing for May 18, 2026, to discuss the FY 2026‑2027 budget, fee schedule, and the first year of the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes denial of two rezoning requests—one for 3301 Davison Road and another for properties on S. Main Street—and approval of a fireworks permit for Ace Pyro, LLC.

• Approve Bill Listing for May 4, 2026 in the amount of $433,397.79
• Set public hearing on May 18, 2026 for FY 2026‑2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve 2026 fireworks permit for Ace Pyro, LLC
• Deny rezoning of 3301 Davison Road from B‑2 General Business to I‑1 Industrial
• Deny rezoning of 1134 S. Main, 1146 S. Main, and vacant S. Main parcel from R‑1 Single‑Family Residential to PUD

The Lapeer City Commission approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and a $433,397.79 bill listing. It set a public hearing for the FY 2026‑27 budget, approved a fireworks permit for Ace Pyro, LLC, and accepted a revised City Manager performance‑evaluation form. The commission denied rezoning applications for 3301 Davison Road and for parcels on South Main Street.

• Approved agenda (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved minutes of prior meetings (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda items (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved bill listing for $433,397.79 (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Set public hearing for FY 2026‑27 budget on May 18 (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 2026 fireworks permit for Ace Pyro, LLC (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Denied rezoning of 3301 Davison Road from B‑2 to I‑1 (all 5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Accepted revised City Manager performance‑evaluation form (3 ayes, 2 nays)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2026. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, review of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes, treasurer’s reports, committee and staff updates, and new business item FIT 2.0. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of April 22, 2026 agenda
• Review of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s reports and bill listing
• Staff report: Main Street Program update
• New business: FIT 2.0

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. A proclamation honoring Kim Hodge was adopted. The board approved moving forward with the Fit 2.0 program, authorizing QR codes and flyers costing less than $500. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Agenda approved (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Proclamation honoring Kim Hodge adopted (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Fit 2.0 tourism feedback program approved (unanimous yeas, no nays)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the April 20 agenda items, including approval of the Bill Listing for $395,083.89. Commissioners will adopt Ordinance 2026-03, a zoning amendment that permits single‑family homes in the RM‑1 and RM‑2 multiple‑family districts. The board will also close the Youth Mini‑Grant Fund into the Park Fund and adopt two proclamations. Additional reports and public comments are scheduled.

• Approve Bill Listing for $395,083.89
• Adopt Ordinance 2026-03 zoning amendment for single‑family units in RM‑1 and RM‑2
• Close Youth Mini‑Grant Fund into the Park Fund (budget amendment)
• Adopt proclamation recognizing Jason Miner’s retirement
• Adopt 2026 Arbor Day proclamation

The Lapeer City Commission approved a $395,083.89 bill listing, adopted proclamations honoring Sergeant Jason Miner and declaring Arbor Day, and closed the Youth Mini‑Grant Fund into the Park Fund. It also adopted Ordinance 2026‑03, permitting attached single‑family dwellings in RM‑1 and RM‑2 zoning districts, and approved the Lapeer Car Cruise event schedule. The board supported a three‑lane road diet on E. Genesee (3‑2) and directed ROWE to stop pursuing a traffic island on E. Genesee (4‑1).

• Approved bill listing $395,083.89 (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation honoring Sergeant Jason Miner (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Arbor Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved closing Youth Mini‑Grant Fund into Park Fund (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026‑03 allowing attached single‑family homes in RM‑1 and RM‑2 (5-0)
• Approved Lapeer Car Cruise special event schedule (5-0)
• Supported three‑lane road diet on E. Genesee between Main and Saginaw (3-2)
• Directed ROWE to stop pursuing traffic island on E. Genesee (4-1)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve monthly bills, a financial report, and an updated procurement policy. The body will also consider approving masonry work for Riverview Towers.

• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher programs
• Approval of updated LHC/LRT Procurement Policy effective April 16, 2026
• Approval of masonry work for the front of Riverview Towers per capital expense plan
• Monthly financial report approval
• Monthly operation report for fire alarm and energy systems

The commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills for Riverview Towers. It also approved the updated LHC/LRT Procurement Policy effective April 16, 2026. All motions carried with yeas from all five commissioners and no nays.

• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (yeas: Mikus, Roberts, Chesnutt, Lie, Miller; nays: none)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (yeas: Mikus, Roberts, Chesnutt, Lie, Miller; nays: none)
• Approved monthly bills for Riverview Towers, reserve, vouchers, contractors, and insurance (yeas: Mikus, Roberts, Chesnutt, Lie, Miller; nays: none)
• Approved updated LHC/LRT Procurement Policy effective April 16, 2026 (yeas: Mikus, Roberts, Chesnutt, Lie, Miller; nays: none)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, the 2026 fee schedule, and the Capital Improvement Program.

• Budget Workshop for FY 2026-2027
• 2026 Fee Schedule discussion
• Capital Improvement Program review
• Public Comment period
• Meeting held at 576 Liberty Park

The commission moved and seconded a motion to go into executive (closed) session to review a written legal opinion from the City Attorney under Section 8 of the Open Meetings Act. The motion carried with all five commissioners voting aye and no nays. The closed session ran from 6:01 p.m. to 6:38 p.m. No other business was taken.

• Entered executive session to review legal opinion (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 3301 Davison Road. The body will also discuss a Master Plan kick-off and the 2026-2032 Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 3301 Davison Road from B-2 to I-1
• Old business: Rezoning 1134 S. Main, 1146 S. Main, and Vacant S. Main Parcel from R-1 to PUD
• 2026-2032 Capital Improvement Program
• Master Plan Kick-Off Presentation

The commission approved its agenda and the March 12 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend that the City Commission deny two rezoning applications: one for 3301 Davison Road and another for parcels on S. Main Street. Finally, the commission adopted the FY 2025‑26 through 2030‑31 Capital Improvement Program.

• Approved meeting agenda (8‑0 vote)
• Approved March 12 meeting minutes (8‑0 vote)
• Recommended City Commission deny rezoning of 3301 Davison Road to I‑1 (8‑0 vote)
• Recommended City Commission deny rezoning of 1134 & 1146 S. Main to PUD (7‑1 vote)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26–2030‑31 Capital Improvement Program (8‑0 vote)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The City of Lapeer Brownfield Redevelopment Authority regular meeting was originally set for April 1, 2026, but has been rescheduled to April 8, 2026. The meeting will take place at the Pix Theater, 172 W. Nepessing St, Lapeer, MI, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. No agenda items are listed in the notice.

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board will meet to discuss the Brookfield North Brownfield Plan. The board is also scheduled to address a Public Comment Policy.

• Brookfield North Brownfield Plan
• Public Comment Policy

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the consent agenda, approve a bill listing totaling $1,322,190.36, and adopt several resolutions opposing multiple state House Bills and urging a ban on kratom. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an SDRK Group grow‑facility license, zoning text amendments for signs and attached single‑family units, and approval of downtown right‑of‑way licenses and a small attorney billing payment.

• Approve the Bill Listing for April 6, 2026 in the amount of $1,322,190.36
• Adopt resolutions opposing House Bills 5529, 5530, 5531, 5532, 5581‑5585
• Adopt a resolution urging the Michigan Senate and Governor to approve House Bill 5537 to ban kratom
• Approve first reading of Ordinance 2026‑03 zoning amendments permitting attached single‑family units in RM‑1 and RM‑2 districts
• Approve nine downtown right‑of‑way licenses as presented

The Lapeer City Commission adopted several actions, including approving the first reading of a zoning amendment that permits attached single‑family dwellings in RM‑1 and RM‑2 multiple‑family districts. It also adopted resolutions opposing a series of state house bills that would preempt local zoning authority and urging the state to ban kratom. Additional items approved were the annual spring clean‑up, a $1,322,190.36 bill listing, nine downtown right‑of‑way licenses, and referrals of a signs amendment and a license renewal decision to further review.

• Approved agenda amendment (5-0)
• Approved bill listing of $1,322,190.36 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing House Bills 5529‑5585 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution urging approval of HB 5537 to ban kratom (5-0)
• Postponed decision on SDRK Group license renewal (5-0)
• Referred signs amendment back to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment for attached single‑family homes (5-0)
• Approved nine Downtown Right‑of‑Way Licenses (5-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will hold a special meeting on April 6, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Commission members will move to an executive session under MCL 15.268(h) to review a written legal opinion from the City Attorney. After the closed session, the commission will return to the open session to discuss any related matters.

• Executive session to review written legal opinion from City Attorney (MCL 15.268(h))

The Lapeer City Commission moved to go into executive (closed) session to discuss a written legal opinion from the City Attorney. The motion, moved by Commissioner Glisman and seconded by Commissioner Petrie, was carried with all five commissioners voting aye. No other business was taken and the meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• Entered closed session to review legal opinion (5-0)

Tax Increment Finance Authorities

The Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to approve the 2026/27 budget and a budget amendment for TIFA 3. The board will also discuss a public comment policy.

• Approval of 2026/27 Budget
• $114,602 budget amendment for TIFA 3 contribution to the Park Fund for the M24 Pedestrian Connection
• Discussion of Public Comment Policy

Economic Development Corporation

The Lapeer Economic Development Corporation board will consider the 2026/27 budget and adopt a public comment policy. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting and review financial statements. Public comment will be allowed at the chair’s discretion.

• Approve minutes from March 4, 2026 meeting
• Review and adopt 2026/27 budget
• Consider public comment policy
• Review financial statements

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority board will consider its FY 2026‑27 operating budget and the renewal of the Lapeer Main Street, Inc. line of credit. The agenda also includes routine reports from executive and sub‑committees, public comments, and other administrative items.

• FY 2026‑27 Operating Budget
• Renewal of the Lapeer Main Street, Inc. line of credit
• Main Street Program update (staff report)
• Committee reports: Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, Events
• Sub‑Committee Business and Center for the Arts reports

The Downtown Development Authority approved the FY 2026‑27 operating budget and a 5% salary increase for Executive Director Jim Alt, including a $5,200 one‑time bonus. The board also extended and renewed a $100,000 line of credit with Choice One Bank and designated three signers for the account. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 5% salary increase to $61,588.80 for Director Jim Alt, plus $977/month insurance, three weeks PTO, and $5,200 bonus (unanimous 10‑0)
• Approved FY 2026‑27 Operating Budget as presented (unanimous 10‑0)
• Extended and renewed Lapeer Main Street, Inc. $100,000 line of credit with Choice One Bank for three years (unanimous 10‑0)
• Designated Chair Schwab, Vice Chair Roodvoets, and Treasurer Gillingham as signers on the line of credit (unanimous 10‑0)
• Authorized Chair Schwab to sign paperwork for the line of credit extension (unanimous 10‑0)
• Approved agenda for the March 25, 2026 meeting (unanimous 10‑0)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes of Feb 25, 2026 meeting and Treasurer Report (unanimous 10‑0)
• Convene to Lapeer Main Street, Inc. meeting (unanimous 10‑0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review and approve its monthly financial and bill reports, including checking and reserve accounts and voucher payments. Commissioners will hear public comments on the upcoming July 1, 2026 annual plan. The commission will vote to approve the 2026 LHC PHA Annual Plan and to submit the required Civil Rights Certification to HUD. Additional staff reports on fire alarm and energy system operations will be discussed.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC accounts and voucher payments
• Public hearing for the July 1, 2026 LHC PHA Annual Plan
• Approval of the July 1, 2026 LHC PHA Annual Plan
• Submission of Civil Rights Certification to HUD

The Lapeer Housing Commission unanimously approved the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills. It also approved the July 1, 2026 LHC PHA Annual Plan and authorized the HUD civil‑rights certification. Finally, the commission accepted the Nan McKay Housing Choice Voucher admin‑plan changes effective March 19, 2026. A small fire at Riverview Towers was reported, and staff will work on smoke‑free policies.

• Approved February 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Amended agenda to add HCV policy updates (4‑0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (4‑0)
• Ratified monthly bills for various housing payments (4‑0)
• Approved July 1, 2026 LHC PHA Annual Plan and HUD certification (4‑0)
• Accepted Housing Choice Voucher admin‑plan changes (4‑0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider approving a resolution for up to $3.75 million in capital improvement bonds for Park St., Pine St., and Parking Lot #9. The body will also hold a public hearing on a grow facility license appeal and adopt a second reading of a zoning ordinance regarding signs.

• Approve $2,880,218.63 Bill Listing
• Adopt Zoning Ordinance Article 7.17 (Signs) on Second Reading
• Authorize up to $3,750,000 in 2026 Capital Improvement Bonds
• Public Hearing: Appeal for Grow Facility Licenses (SDRK Group, LLC)
• Re-appointments to Lapeer Housing Board of Appeals and Park Board

The Lapeer City Commission excused an absent commissioner and approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and the consent agenda items. It adopted a $2,880,218.63 bill listing, postponed a licensing appeal for SDRK Group, and gave a second reading to a zoning ordinance amendment on signs. Finally, the commission authorized the issuance of up to $3,750,000 in capital‑improvement bonds for the Park St., Pine St., and Parking Lot #9 project.

• Excused Commissioner Atwood from the meeting (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the March 2 minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: pawn license and two special events (4-0)
• Approved bill listing for $2,880,218.63 (4-0)
• Postponed SDRK Group LLC license appeal to April 6, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2026‑02, Article 7.17 (signs) and set third reading for April 6, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved bond authorizing resolution for up to $3,750,000 capital‑improvement project (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning three parcels on South Main Street from R‑1 to a Planned Unit Development. It will also consider text amendments to Articles 7‑4 and 7‑13 affecting the RM‑1 and RM‑2 multiple‑family districts. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, minutes, a development activities report, and training.

• Rezoning – 1134 S. Main, 1146 S. Main & Vacant S. Main Parcel – R-1 to PUD
• Text Amendments – Articles 7-4 & 7-13 – RM-1 & RM-2 Multiple-Family Districts
• Development Activities Report

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 12 minutes. It voted to postpone action on the rezoning request for 1134 S. Main, 1146 S. Main and the vacant parcel (PID L21-39-831-013-00) to allow more time for additional information. The commission also unanimously recommended that the City Commission approve text amendments permitting attached single‑family dwellings by right in the RM‑1 and RM‑2 multiple‑family districts.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning of 1134 S. Main, 1146 S. Main and vacant parcel PID L21-39-831-013-00 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Commission approve text amendments to allow attached single‑family units in RM‑1 and RM‑2 districts (unanimous)

Tax Increment Finance Authorities

The Lapeer Tax Increment Finance Authority will hold a March 4 meeting to redo the February 4 agenda because the earlier location change was not reposted as required by the Open Meetings Act. All February 4 items are placed on the consent agenda and no minutes from that meeting will be approved. The board will consider those items anew, along with standard agenda items such as public comment, approval of the agenda, and an executive director update.

• Reenactment of February 4 agenda items (consent agenda)
• Approval of minutes from the December 3 2025 meeting
• Approval of financial statements (financials)
• Approval of audit for filing
• Executive Director update

The board approved an amended agenda that added a budget discussion topic and then approved the consent agenda. A brief conversation noted that the 2026/27 budget will be voted on at a future meeting. The Executive Director said draft district maps will be presented at a later date. The meeting was adjourned at 8:39 am.

• Approved agenda amendment adding budget discussion (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Deferred 2026/27 budget approval to a future meeting
• Executive Director to present draft district maps at a later meeting

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board will meet on March 4 2026. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the October 1 2025 meeting minutes and a review of the Brownfield Development Authority Fund financial report showing an ending fund balance of $4,027.19. An education/informational session will be offered to board members. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the October 1 2025 meeting
• Review and approve financial statements for Fund 243 – Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Fund (ending balance $4,027.19)
• Conduct BRA education/informational session
• Adjourn the meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the meeting agenda with an added public comment period. The consent agenda was approved after a motion and support. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda with added public comment (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Economic Development Corporation

The Lapeer Economic Development Corporation met on March 4, 2026. The board approved the consent agenda, which covered the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes and the Economic Development Fund financial statements. Members elected Gerald Gaecke as Secretary/Treasurer and updated the bank account signers to Eric Cattane, Joe Morey, Tom Benton, and Sam Moore. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approval of consent agenda (minutes of Oct 1 2025 meeting)
• Approval of Economic Development Fund financials (ending balance $1,528.05)
• Election of Gerald Gaecke as Secretary/Treasurer
• Update of bank account signers to Eric Cattane, Joe Morey, Tom Benton, and Sam Moore
• Adjournment of the meeting

The board approved the meeting agenda, adding a public‑comment period at the end. The consent agenda was also approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda with added public comment (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Lapeer Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority is meeting to discuss the 2026/27 budget. The body will also review the PA57 report, financial statements, and an audit.

• 2026/27 Budget
• PA57 Report
• Audit review

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will adopt Municipal Resolution #2026-04 to approve the amended MDOT Contract #26-5064 for the M24 Tunnel Connection Project and authorize city officials to sign. Commissioners will also adopt Ordinance No. 2026-02, Article 7.17 (Signs), on first reading and set a second reading for March 16. The agenda includes approval of the Bill Listing totaling $1,572,880.48, approval of Bodman PLC attorney billing up to $1,311.75, and consideration of board and commission appointments.

• Adopt Municipal Resolution #2026-04 for MDOT Contract #26-5064 (amended) for the M24 Tunnel Connection Project
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-02, Article 7.17 (Signs) on First Reading; schedule Second Reading for March 16, 2026
• Approve Bill Listing for March 2, 2026 in the amount of $1,572,880.48
• Approve Bodman PLC attorney billing, Labor Misc., up to $1,311.75
• Consider mayoral and commission appointments to boards and commissions

The Lapeer City Commission excused Commissioner Atwood and approved the agenda, minutes, and a $1,572,880.48 bill listing. It adopted a resolution approving the MDOT contract amendment for the M‑24 Tunnel Connection project and gave the first reading of a signage zoning ordinance. The commission also approved a $1,311.75 Bodman attorney billing and designated the mayor as the sole contact for Bodman PLC.

• Excused Commissioner Atwood (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 17 minutes (4-0)
• Approved bill listing $1,572,880.48 (4-0)
• Adopted MDOT contract amendment for M‑24 Tunnel Connection (4-0)
• Approved first reading of signage ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Bodman attorney billing $1,311.75 (3-1)
• Designated mayor as sole Bodman PLC contact (3-1)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will approve its consent agenda items, including minutes, treasurer reports, and the FY 2025 audit. Committee and sub‑committee reports will be presented, and staff will give an update on the Main Street program. New business includes reviewing an Assistant Director agreement, while old business covers the website and Placer A.I.

• Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s reports and bill listing
• Audit report for fiscal year ending 6/30/2025
• Main Street program update (staff report)
• Assistant Director agreement (new business)

The Downtown Development Authority approved the Memorandum of Understanding with the Lapeer Development Corporation and the job description for a 24‑hour per week Assistant Executive Director. The board also approved moving forward with a website redesign contract from Civic Clarity and directed the Executive Director to continue pursuing the Placer A.I. program, including its cost in the FY 2026‑27 budget. All motions passed with no opposing votes.

• Approved the Assistant Executive Director MOU with LDC
• Approved the Assistant Executive Director job description
• Approved the Civic Clarity website redesign proposal
• Approved continuation of the Placer A.I. program and its inclusion in the FY 2026‑27 budget
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the consent agenda items (minutes, treasurer report, audit report)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve its monthly financial report and bills for Riverview Towers LLC. It will review and select a bid to replace the building's generator. The commission will also adopt an updated maintenance policy for the LHC/LRT administrative plan effective Feb. 19, 2026, and discuss the Housing Choice Voucher and Section 8 programs.

• Generator replacement bid review and selection for Riverview Towers
• Approval of monthly financial report and bills for Riverview Towers LLC checking and reserve accounts
• Adoption of updated LHC/LRT Administrative Plan maintenance policy effective 2/19/26
• Discussion of Housing Choice Voucher and Project Based Voucher/Section 8 program
• Monthly operation report of fire alarm and energy system

The Lapeer Housing Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the Jan. 15 meeting, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills. It also approved an $85,650 bid from RCI Electrical Contracting for a generator, transfer switch, and annunciator panel replacement, and adopted modifications to the Maintenance Policy. All motions carried with three yeas and no nays.

• Approved Jan. 15 minutes (3-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (3-0)
• Approved monthly bills payment (3-0)
• Approved $85,650 generator replacement contract (3-0)
• Approved maintenance policy modifications (3-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several capital improvement projects and a zoning change. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for the General and Housing Resource Funds.

• Rezoning 888 Baldwin Road from R-2 Single-Family Residential to B-2 General Business
• Cramton Park tennis court replacement bid with Asphalt Specialists, Inc. and MLR Engineering not to exceed $290,000
• Community Center pool UV system replacement proposal with Baruzzini Aquatics not to exceed $42,000
• Community Center bathroom and locker room partition replacement quote from Rayhaven Group not to exceed $29,145
• Approval of bill listing in the amount of $1,200,617.81

The commission approved the agenda, adopted a $1.2 M bill listing, passed a budget amendment, and rezoned 888 Baldwin Road to B‑2 General Business. It also approved several capital projects, set the SDRK Group appeal hearing for March 16, and confirmed board reappointments.

• Approved agenda with flagpole item addition (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing for $1,200,617.81 (unanimous)
• Approved General Fund & Housing Resource Fund budget amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning of 888 Baldwin Rd to B‑2 General Business (unanimous)
• Approved Cramton Park tennis court replacement bid $267,357 and related contracts (4‑1)
• Approved Community Center partition replacement up to $29,145 (unanimous)
• Approved Community Center pool UV system replacement up to $42,000 (unanimous)
• Set SDRK Group LLC appeal hearing for March 16, 2026 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Brookwood of Lapeer North preliminary site condominium plan and on text amendments to Article 7.17 signs. The commission will also consider a text amendment for RM-1 & RM-2 attached single‑family dwelling units, review the 2025 Annual Report, and elect officers. No decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Public hearing – Brookwood of Lapeer North – Preliminary Site Condominium Plan
• Public hearing – Text Amendments – Article 7.17 Signs
• Text Amendment – RM-1 & RM-2 – Attached Single-Family Dwelling Units
• Annual Report – 2025
• Election of Officers

The commission voted to recommend the City Commission approve the preliminary site condominium plan for Brookwood North, allowing 112 single‑family homes. It also approved text amendments to the zoning ordinance’s sign regulations, accepted the 2025 Annual Report with an added goal, scheduled a public hearing for RM‑1 and RM‑2 zoning amendments, and elected its officers. A motion to postpone the recommendation failed.

• Postponement motion failed (3-5)
• Recommend City Commission approve Brookwood North condo plan (5-3)
• Approve sign‑regulation text amendments (8-0)
• Accept 2025 Annual Report with addition (8-0)
• Schedule public hearing for RM‑1 & RM‑2 zoning amendments (8-0)
• Elect Planning Commission officers (8-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider awarding a construction contract for street and parking lot improvements and issuing capital improvement bonds. The body will also discuss a zoning change for a property on Baldwin Road and a grant application for the Lapeer Opera House.

• Award project for Park St, Pine St and Parking Lot #9 to DiPonio Contracting, LLC not to exceed $3,960,000
• Notice of Intent Resolution for 2026 Capital Improvement bonds not to exceed $3,750,000
• Application for MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG Grant for Lapeer Opera House in the amount of $826,000
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2026-01 to rezone 888 Baldwin Road from R-2 Single-Family Residential to B-2 General Business
• Bill Listing for February 2, 2026, in the amount of $1,808,213.78

The Lapeer City Commission awarded the Park St., Pine St. and Parking Lot #9 improvement project to DiPonio Contracting, LLC for up to $3,960,000 and adopted a notice of intent to issue capital‑improvement bonds not to exceed $3,750,000. The commission also approved the $826,000 MSHDA MI‑Neighborhood CDBG grant application for the Opera House, amended the under‑pass connector contract for up to $79,225, and gave a first‑reading rezoning of 888 Baldwin Road to B‑2 General Business. All motions carried unanimously.

• Awarded Park St. improvement project to DiPonio Contracting, LLC (up to $3,960,000) – motion carried (Ayes: Petrie, Atwood, Brady, Glisman, McCarthy)
• Adopted notice of intent to issue bonds up to $3,750,000 – motion carried (Ayes: Petrie, Atwood, Brady, Glisman, McCarthy)
• Authorized $826,000 MSHDA CDBG grant application for Opera House – motion carried (Ayes: Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie, Atwood)
• Approved ROWE contract amendment for M‑24 Underpass Connector (up to $79,225) – motion carried (Ayes: Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie, Atwood, Brady)
• First reading rezoning 888 Baldwin Rd from R‑2 to B‑2 – motion carried (Ayes: McCarthy, Petrie, Atwood, Brady, Glisman)
• Approved bill listing for February 2, 2026 ($1,808,213.78) – motion carried (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie)
• Set SDRK Group LLC appeal hearing for Feb. 17, 2026 – motion carried (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie)
• Approved agenda for the meeting – motion carried (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, McCarthy, Petrie)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to receive reports from its executive committee, sub‑committees and staff, and to conduct new business including the election of officers and a DDA assistant. The meeting also includes a staff update on the Main Street program and discussion of attendance at the Main Street NOW conference.

• Election of officers
• Election of DDA assistant
• Main Street NOW conference attendance
• Main Street program update (staff report)
• Committee reports (Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, Events)

The Downtown Development Authority approved the meeting agenda and consent items, elected Mindy Schwab as chair along with new vice chair, treasurer and secretary, and approved several actions including a health‑insurance stipend increase, a shared Assistant Director position, and funding for conference attendance.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Executive Director Health Insurance item (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)
• Approved consent agenda (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)
• Elected new officers: Chair Mindy Schwab, Vice Chair Tim Roodvoets, Treasurer Megan Gillingham, Secretary Tammy Cutcher (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)
• Approved concept of a shared Assistant Director position with Lapeer Development Corporation (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)
• Increased Executive Director health‑insurance premium stipend to $976.59 retroactive to Jan 1 2026 (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)
• Authorized Mindy Schwab and Executive Director Alt to attend the National Main Street NOW Conference (approx. $4,000) (Yeas: all members present, Nays: none)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider several routine items, including approval of the consent agenda, a $906,771.50 bill listing, and a proclamation honoring Denise Marinelli’s retirement. The commission will also vote on an amendment to the 425 Agreement with Mayfield Township, an AT&T easement agreement, and a PASER study proposal costing up to $7,000. Additional actions include setting a public hearing for the Lapeer Opera House CDBG grant and appointing members to boards and commissions.

• Approve $906,771.50 Bill Listing for January 20, 2026
• Amend 425 Agreement with Mayfield Township to add Parcel Id 014-031-003-12
• Approve AT&T easement agreement for parcel #L20-30-477-040-00
• Approve PASER study proposal with Rowe Engineering (cost up to $7,000)
• Set public hearing for Lapeer Opera House CDBG grant application

The commission approved its agenda, the 2025 audit report, and several prior meeting minutes. It adopted a consent agenda, a $906,771.50 bill listing, and a proclamation honoring Denise Marinelli. A resolution to amend the 425 Agreement to add Parcel 014-031-003-12 was moved and seconded, but the vote outcome was not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda (4-1)
• Approved 2025 audit report (5-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (Dec 1 2025 3-2; Dec 15 2025 3-2; Jan 5 2026 3-2)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved bill listing for $906,771.50 (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation honoring Denise Marinelli (5-0)
• Resolution to amend 425 Agreement adding Parcel 014-031-003-12 moved and seconded; outcome not recorded

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review and approve the monthly financial report and bill items for Riverview Towers LLC, including checking account, reserve for replacements, and Housing Choice Voucher payments. The commission will also receive a monthly operation report on the fire alarm and energy system at Riverview Towers. Additional agenda items include public comments, staff reports, and routine business.

• Approve Riverview Towers LLC checking account bill
• Approve Riverview Towers LLC reserve for replacements
• Approve Housing Choice Voucher monthly landlord payments
• Approve Housing Choice Voucher administrative costs
• Review monthly operation report of Riverview Towers fire alarm and energy system

The commission approved the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and the listed monthly bills. All three motions were carried unanimously with four yeas and no nays. Commissioner Robin Chesnutt was absent for each vote.

• Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved monthly bills for Riverview Towers checking, reserve, vouchers and contractor payments (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on Baldwin Rd. The body will also discuss text amendments related to signs.

• Public hearing: Rezoning of 888 Baldwin Rd. from R-2 to B-2 for TJ Rittgers LLC
• Discussion of text amendments regarding signs

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will meet to review bills and appoint members to city boards. The body is considering a bill listing totaling $1,889,893.18 and several appointments to the Election Commission and Civil Defense Coordinator roles.

• Bill Listing for January 5, 2026, in the amount of $1,889,893.18
• Re-appointment of J. Howe as Civil Defense Coordinator
• Re-appointment of R. Sanchez to the Election Commission
• Re-appointment of T. Allen Francis to the Election Commission
• Appointment of Timothy Mayer to the Election Commission