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Lapeer public meetings in 2021

66 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to review planning contract and boundary transfers

The City Commission is meeting to consider a planning services contract and the disposal of a city vehicle. The body will also review boundary transfers for specific properties and several secondhand dealer licenses.

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Thu Dec 9, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on drive-thru and land use revocation

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a special land use request for drive-thru facilities and the revocation of a special land use for Ya Eat Yet? / Alex Puckett.

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Mon Dec 6, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to consider annexation and grant applications

The City Commission will discuss resolutions regarding a property annexation and two grant applications. The meeting also includes public comments regarding marihuana ordinances and amendments.

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Wed Dec 1, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer Downtown Development Authority meeting cancelled

The regular meeting of the City of Lapeer Downtown Development Authority scheduled for December 22, 2021, has been cancelled.

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Wed Nov 24, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA to discuss Opera House Block and 2022 training policy

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review committee reports and discuss new business. Key agenda items include the Opera House Block and the board's 2022 training policy.

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Mon Nov 22, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review variance requests and parking appeal

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding three specific property requests. The board will consider variances for setbacks and signage, as well as an appeal of an administrative parking decision.

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Thu Nov 18, 2021

Housing Commission

Housing Commission to review boiler repairs and new utility allowance schedule

The Lapeer Housing Commission is meeting to approve monthly bills and financial reports. The body will consider a new utility allowance schedule for the Housing Choice Voucher program and a contractor for boiler circulation pump replacements at Riverview Towers.

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Thu Nov 18, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews site plan and zoning updates

The commission will review a site plan for Urgent Design at 3123 John Conley. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a training plan and updates to the Zoning Ordinance.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to swear in new Mayor and Commissioner

The City Commission will swear in newly elected officials and elect a Mayor Pro-Tem. The body will also consider a proclamation regarding the Medicare for All Act of 2019 and review an agreement for the Michigan Mutual Aid Box Alarm System.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting rescheduled to November 18, 2021

The Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for November 11, 2021, has been rescheduled. The meeting will now take place on November 18, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at Lapeer City Hall.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer Downtown Development Authority changes meeting location

The provided document is a public notice regarding a change in meeting location. No other business items or decisions are listed.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission meeting on November 1, 2021

The City Commission will conduct a ceremonial swearing-in for new Fire Chief M. Vogt. The agenda includes several proclamations and updates regarding board appointments and city reports.

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Wed Oct 27, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to discuss 2022 Main Street service selection and sign grant

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review committee reports and staff updates. The board will discuss the selection of 2022 Main Street services and a sign assistance grant for Oopsy Daisy.

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Mon Oct 25, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear variance requests for Saginaw Street and W. Genesee St.

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property variance requests. The board will also review minutes from the September 27, 2021, meeting.

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Thu Oct 21, 2021

Housing Commission

Housing Commission considers security contract and utility allowance study

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review monthly financial reports and bill approvals. The body is considering a security system contract extension and a bid for a utility allowance study. The meeting includes the election of officers.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to discuss lead line replacement and youth council

The City Commission will review administrative reports regarding a lead line replacement grant/loan and the youth council. The body will also consider the 2022 official meeting calendar and several upcoming special events.

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Thu Oct 14, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plan for SEMI Grown, LLC

The Planning Commission will review a site plan for 39 & 47 W. Genesee. The body will also discuss a zoning ordinance update and reschedule the November meeting.

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Mon Oct 4, 2021

City Commission

Commission considers rezoning 1040 S. Lapeer Road to general business

The City Commission will discuss rezoning a property from single-family residential to general business. The body is also reviewing the city's procurement and conflict of interest policies.

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Mon Sep 27, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider lighting and sign variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review two variance requests. The board will consider requests regarding exterior lighting and signage for specific properties.

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Wed Sep 22, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA to address board vacancies and elect chairman

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to fill board vacancies and elect a DDA Chairman. The body will also review an overview of Main Street and receive reports from the Center for the Arts and staff.

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Thu Sep 16, 2021

Housing Commission

Housing Commission to review 2022 payment standards

The Lapeer Housing Commission will discuss the approval of 2022 payment standards effective January 1, 2022. The body will also review monthly financial reports and bills for Riverview Towers LLC and the Housing Choice Voucher program.

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Thu Sep 9, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning of 1040 S. Lapeer Rd.

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on S. Lapeer Rd. The body will also discuss site plan extensions and a zoning ordinance update.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to consider two rezoning requests

The City Commission is meeting to discuss zoning ordinance amendments for two specific properties. The body will also review housing contracts and a special event request for a homecoming parade.

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Wed Aug 25, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA to review committee reports and MDA Fall Workshop

The Downtown Development Authority will receive reports from the Organization, Design, Economic Restructuring, and Promotion committees. The board will also discuss the MDA Fall Workshop Detroit Conference.

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Mon Aug 23, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider sign and landscaping variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests. The board will review requests for sign and landscaping changes at specific properties.

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Thu Aug 19, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission to review Riverview Towers contracts and budgets

The Lapeer Housing Commission will meet to approve monthly financial reports and bills. The body is considering a bid award for painting and a budget modification for Riverview Towers, as well as a fire alarm system contract renewal.

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Mon Aug 16, 2021

City Commission

City Commission considers $3 million bill listing and industrial rezoning

The City Commission is reviewing a bill listing totaling $3,070,089.40. The body is also discussing a fire protection agreement with Mayfield Township and a rezoning request for a property on Imlay City Rd.

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Thu Aug 12, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on two rezoning and use requests

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding property use and zoning changes. The body will also review minutes from the July 8, 2021, meeting.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to discuss board appointments and administrative reports

The City Commission will meet to review the August 2, 2021, bill listing and administrative reports. The body is also scheduled to address unfinished business regarding appointments to boards and commissions.

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Wed Jul 28, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA to discuss golf carts and arts programming

The Downtown Development Authority will review reports from various Main Street committees. The body is scheduled to discuss a programming services agreement for the Center for the Arts and the topic of golf carts.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission discusses budget amendments and marijuana licenses

The City Commission will review the LDFA 2021-22 Budget and a budget amendment for FY2021/22. The meeting also includes updates on marijuana licenses and various departmental reports.

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Thu Jul 15, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission meeting on July 15, 2021

The commission will review monthly financial reports and bills for Riverview Towers LLC and the Housing Choice Voucher program. The agenda also includes a report on fire alarm and energy system operations at Riverview Towers.

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Thu Jul 8, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on land use and rezoning requests

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding special land use and a rezoning request. The body will also review site plans for two properties.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021

City Commission

City Commission discusses rezoning and insurance renewal

The City Commission will review several administrative items including a text amendment for an animal crematorium. The agenda also includes discussions on property and liability insurance renewal and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

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Mon Jun 28, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider buffer zone variances for West Genesee Street properties

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request for buffer zone variances. The request concerns three specific properties on West Genesee Street.

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Wed Jun 23, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer Downtown Development Authority meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review committee reports and minutes from May 26, 2021.

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Mon Jun 21, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to review budgets and White Junior High demolition

The Lapeer City Commission is meeting to consider several 2021-22 budgets and a rezoning request. The body will also discuss the demolition and asbestos abatement of White Junior High School.

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Thu Jun 17, 2021

Housing Commission

Housing Commission to review budgets for Riverview Towers and Section 8 program

The Lapeer Housing Commission is meeting to approve budgets for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The body will also discuss payment for elevator renovations and remote meeting attendance rules.

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Thu Jun 10, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on rezoning and animal crematorium text

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a text amendment for animal crematoriums and a rezoning request. The body will also review a site plan for Devonshire Condominiums and a site plan extension for the MMMP Grow Facility.

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Wed May 26, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to consider right-of-way license for Cheers at 440 N. Saginaw

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss the 2021-2022 operating budget and a budget amendment. The body will also review reports from the Main Street committees and the Center for the Arts.

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Thu May 20, 2021

Housing Commission

Housing Commission considers rent increases and door replacements at Riverview Towers

The Lapeer Housing Commission is meeting to approve monthly financial reports and bills. The body will discuss operational updates for Riverview Towers and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Key decisions include rent increases and the adoption of HUD COVID-19 waivers.

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Mon May 17, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to hold public hearings on FY 2021-22 budget and CDBG application

The City Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the 2021-22 fiscal year budget and a Community Development Block Grant application. The body will also review administrative reports on city fees, business registration, and infrastructure projects.

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Thu May 13, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearing on marihuana transport facility

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a special land use request for a secure transport facility. The body will also review a text amendment for animal crematoriums and a site plan extension.

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Mon May 10, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to set public hearing for Park Street reconstruction funding

The City Commission is meeting to schedule a public hearing regarding Michigan Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. This funding is intended for utility upgrades and reconstruction on Park Street.

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Mon May 3, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission meeting on May 3, 2021

The City Commission will conduct a regular meeting electronically due to a local state of emergency. The agenda includes an ordinance amendment regarding business registration and a notice for a future budget hearing.

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Wed Apr 28, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA to review budget adjustment and audit report

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review the DDA Audit Report and Budget Adjustment #2. The body will also receive reports from the Main Street committees.

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Mon Apr 19, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to discuss COVID-19 emergency status and water system improvements

The City Commission is meeting to review administrative reports and special event requests. Key discussions include the local state of emergency regarding COVID-19 and the scheduling of a public hearing for drinking water system improvements.

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Thu Apr 15, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission meets to review financial reports and HUD income limits

The commission will review monthly financial reports and bills for Riverview Towers LLC and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Staff will also present the adoption of 2021 HUD Income Limits for voucher programs effective April 15, 2021.

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Thu Apr 8, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses food truck use and site plan reviews

The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding special land use for food trucks at 555 E. Genesee. The meeting also includes a site plan review for the Farley Building on DeMille Blvd. and a discussion of a text amendment for pet/animal crematoriums.

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Mon Apr 5, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to review marijuana and public peace ordinance amendments

The City Commission is meeting electronically to discuss several ordinance amendments and maintenance contracts. The body will also consider requests for various special events and a property sale.

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Wed Mar 24, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to consider outdoor seating expansion for Tilted Axis Brewery

The City of Lapeer Downtown Development Authority and Lapeer Main Street board will meet electronically to review committee reports and new business. The board is scheduled to discuss a seasonal outdoor seating area expansion for Tilted Axis Brewery.

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Thu Mar 18, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission to review leases and administrative plan updates

The Lapeer Housing Commission is meeting to approve monthly financial reports and bills. The body will consider lease agreements for Riverview Towers and updates to the Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan.

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Mon Mar 15, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission discusses social district permits and marijuana ordinances

The City Commission will review several social district permit applications and proposed ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding recreational marijuana payments and updates on marijuana licenses.

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Thu Mar 11, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Devonshire Park Condominium amendment

The Planning Commission will review a site plan amendment for single family homes at Devonshire Park Condominium on Devonshire Drive. The body will also discuss a text amendment regarding pet/animal crematoriums and a 2021 development survey summary.

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Mon Mar 1, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission meeting scheduled for March 1, 2021

The City Commission will hold a regular meeting electronically via Zoom or telephone. The agenda includes administrative reports regarding various resolutions and city projects.

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Wed Feb 24, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer Downtown Development Authority and Lapeer Main Street meeting

The board will conduct a regular meeting held virtually via video or telephone. The agenda includes a consent agenda for minutes and treasurer reports, as well as committee reports from the Organization, Design, Economic Restructuring, and Promotion committees.

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Wed Feb 24, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to discuss goals and objectives

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss goals and objectives. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

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Thu Feb 18, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission discusses Riverview Towers elevator upgrades

The commission will review monthly financial reports and bills for Riverview Towers LLC and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Staff will also present the FYE 6/30/2020 audit and proposed elevator improvements at Riverview Towers.

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Mon Feb 15, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission meeting scheduled for February 15, 2021

The City Commission will hold a regular meeting via electronic means. The agenda includes reviewing various board minutes and discussing the Oregon Street Reconstruction Project.

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Thu Feb 11, 2021

Planning Commission

Lapeer Planning Commission to discuss bylaw amendments and economic strategies

The Planning Commission will meet to review minutes from January 14, 2021, and discuss several business items. The agenda includes a proposed bylaw amendment regarding the Steering Committee and a discussion on economic development and marketing strategies.

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Mon Feb 1, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission meeting on February 1, 2021

The City Commission will conduct a regular meeting held electronically via Zoom or telephone. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the Lapeer Team Work Façade Project closeout and discussions on an outdoor ice rink and the White Junior High building.

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Wed Jan 27, 2021

Downtown Development Authority

Lapeer DDA discusses 2021 goals and Executive Director contract renewal

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting virtually to review committee reports and set projects and goals for 2021. The body will also address the renewal of the Executive Director's contract and the election of officers.

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Thu Jan 21, 2021

Housing Commission

Lapeer Housing Commission adopts resolution regarding City Manager home purchase

The Commission approved Resolution #172-2021 to allow the continuation of rental subsidies at a property intended for purchase by City Manager Dale Kerbyson. The Commission also approved monthly financial reports and bills for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher programs. Staff reported on ongoing pest issues at Riverview Towers and an upcoming audit submission.

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Tue Jan 19, 2021

City Commission

City Commission to set public hearing for Lapeer Team Work Façade Grant Project

The Lapeer City Commission is meeting electronically to conduct regular city business. The body will discuss setting a public hearing for a CDBG-funded façade grant project and review secondhand dealer licenses.

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Thu Jan 14, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission approves marihuana grow facility and updated Master Plan

The Planning Commission approved a special land use application for a marihuana grow facility and adopted an updated Master Plan for submission to the City Commission. The body also approved its 2020 Annual Report and re-elected its officers.

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Mon Jan 4, 2021

City Commission

Lapeer City Commission to discuss text amendments and asset disposal

The City Commission is meeting electronically to review administrative reports and consent items. The body will consider text amendments to several city sections and the disposal of a police vehicle.

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