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Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Council

Montrose City Council to appoint interim city manager and consider lease contract

The Montrose City Council will appoint an interim city manager and consider a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. The meeting also includes a presentation on a Parks & Recreation Master Plan and approval of council minutes and bills from June 2026.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

June 23, 2026 City Council Meeting

City Council to consider appointment of Interim City Manager

The City Council will hear a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Members will also consider the appointment of Ray Foust as Interim City Manager and the approval of a lease contract with Pitney Bowes.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Special City Council Meeting June 9, 2026

Council will appoint Ray Foust as interim city manager

The Montrose City Council meeting on July 21, 2026 will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of June 2026 minutes, bills, and departmental reports. Council members will decide whether to appoint Mr. Ray Foust as interim city manager. They will also consider approval of a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. Additional items include a Parks & Recreation Master Plan presentation, public comment periods, and a closed‑session motion under MCL 15.268(h).

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting

City Council to consider appointing interim city manager

The City Council will hear a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and consider the appointment of an interim city manager. The body will also review a lease contract with Pitney Bowes.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026

May 21, 2026 DDA Meeting

Montrose DDA to consider FY26/27 budget resolution

The Downtown Development Authority Board will meet to discuss the budget resolution for fiscal year 2026/27. The board will also consider the DDA's logo and branding.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the FY 26/27 budget resolution

The DDA Board approved the FY26/27 Budget Resolution. It also approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the May 21 meeting, and adopted a new DDA logo and branding. The City Manager announced his resignation, which was not a board decision. No other actions were taken.

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31476955080 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) May 21, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of April 16, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes (DRAFT) PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Consider Approving FY26/27 Budget Resolution Consider discussion of DDA Logo and Branding BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. DDA COMMITTEE REPORTS DDA Chairwoman: Verbal report - “Event Committee” CITY MANAGER / DDA BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next DDA Meeting – June 18, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.
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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 May 21, 2026 DDA Board MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – meeting called to order at 7:30 a.m.. ROLL CALL – Present – Chairwoman Machuk, Eric Reed, Larry Leonard, Scott Webster, Deborah Gross, Mayor Tom Banks and City Manager. Late: Coetta Adams, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Chairwoman Machuk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Action: Motion: Gross to approve agenda Second: Mayor Banks A – YES, Motion Carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of May 21, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve consent agenda Second: Burkhardt A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Approving FY26/27 Budget Resolution Action: Motion: Gross to approve FY26/27 Budget Resolution Second: Mayor Banks A – YES, Motion Carried. 2. Consider discussion of DDA Logo and Branding Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve Logo Second: Webster A – YES, Motion Carried. BID AWARD/PURCHASE City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS None DDA COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. DDA Chairwoman: Verbal report - “Event Committee” Report given to DDA Board. CITY MANAGER / DDA BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS City Manager announced he has resigned to take another manager position for a municipality. This will be his last meeting with the DDA Board. No other comments [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

April 28, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to appoint Ray Foust as interim city manager

The Montrose City Council will consider appointing Mr. Ray Foust as interim city manager and will review a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. A presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan by Blake D. Strozier of Rowe Professional Services will be given. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine reports, a public hearing, and opportunities for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved adjournment of the special meeting

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on April 8, 2026 to review the FY 2026/2027 budget workshop materials. After the presentations, Mayor Pro‑Tem Mark Richard moved to adjourn, seconded by Robert Arnold. The motion carried with all members voting aye. No other actions were decided.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES April 08, 2026 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tom Banks called the Special Council meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was held at the Montrose City Offices located at 139 S. Saginaw Street, Montrose, MI. ROLL CALL: Council Members present were Mayor Tom Banks , Mayor Pro-Tem Mark Richard, Robert Arnold, Ryan Heslop, Lori Machuk, and Melissa Hooes. Also, present was City Manager Joe Karlichek, DPW Supervisor Sam Spence, City Secretary Christine Schultz, Interim City Treasurer Kim Lynch, Deputy Treasurer Marcy Collins, City Clerk Tina Rush, and one, (1) citizen. Member Todd Pangle was recorded absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, (Agenda Items Only): Citizen Pam Riley asked 2026/2027 BUDGET WORKSHOP Budget Workshop Booklet 1. BUDGET MESSAGE – FY 2026/2027: Karlichek read aloud pages from the proposed budget. 2. 2026/2027 BUDGET SUMMARY: Lynch read aloud pages from the proposed budget. 3. GL REVENUE EXPENDITURES: Karlichek read aloud pages from the proposed budget. 4. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN, (CIP): Karlichek read aloud pages from the proposed budget. 5. FEE SCHEDULE, (PROPOSED) : Karlichek asked council to consider adopting the updated fee schedule. ADJOURNMENT: • MOTION by Mayor Pro-Tem Mark Richard SECOND by Arnold. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Mayor Banks adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Prepared by City Clerk, Tina Rush
Thu Apr 16, 2026

April 16, 2026 DDA Meeting

Board will consider approving the FY26/27 proposed budget

The Downtown Development Authority Board will review and vote on the FY26/27 budget proposal. It will also consider adopting updated DDA by‑laws and approve the draft minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. Citizen comments will be heard, and the Chairwoman will give a verbal report from the Event Committee.

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✓ Decided: Board approves FY26/27 budget and amended DDA by‑laws

The DDA Board approved its meeting agenda and the March 19, 2026 minutes. It adopted the FY26/27 proposed budget as presented. The board also accepted the amended DDA by‑laws and will forward them to the city council for approval.

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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) April 16, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of February 19, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes (DRAFT) PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Approving FY26/27 Proposed Budget 2. Consider Approving DDA By-Laws BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. DDA COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. DDA Chairwoman: Verbal report - “Event Committee” City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda CITY MANAGER / DDA BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next DDA Meeting – May 21, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) April 16, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – meeting called to order at 7:30 a.m.. ROLL CALL – Present – Chairwoman Machuk, Eric Reed, Larry Leonard, Scott Wesbter, Deborha Gross, Mayor Tom Banks and City Manager. Late: Coetta Adams, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Chairwoman Machuk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve agenda Second: Webster A – YES, Motion Carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of March 19, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes Action: Motion: Gross to approve consent agenda Second: Mayor Banks A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Approving FY26/27 Proposed Budget Action: Motion: Gross approve FY26/27 Budget as presented Second: Mayor Banks A- YES, Motion Carried City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 2. Consider Approving DDA By-Laws Action: Motion: Mayor Banks motion to accept By-Laws as amended and forward to city council for approval Second: Leonard A- YES, Motion Carried BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS None. DDA COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. DDA Chairwoman: Verbal report - “Event Committee” CITY MANAGER / DDA BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS None ADJOURNMENT - 8:15 a.m. Next DDA Meeting – May 21, 2026 at 7:30 a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 8, 2026

April 8, 2026 City Council Budget Workshop

City Council reviews 2026/2027 budget and proposed fee schedule

The Montrose City Council held a budget workshop to review the FY 2026/2027 budget package. Council members will hear a budget message from the City Manager, a budget summary from the Finance Director/Treasurer, and presentations on revenue expenditures, the Capital Improvement Plan, and a proposed fee schedule. Public comments on these items are invited, but the meeting is not a forum for debate. No final decisions are noted in the agenda.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP 2026 Wednesday April 8, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 5. 2026/2027 Budget Workshop Budget Workshop Booklet 1. Budget Message - FY 2026/2027 - City Manager 2. 2026/2027 Budget Summary – Finance Director/Treasurer 3. GL Revenue Expenditures 4. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 5. Fee Schedule (Proposed) 6. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Apr 1, 2026

April 1, 2026 ZBA Meeting

Montrose Zoning Board of Appeals to elect officers and review by-laws

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The board is scheduled to elect officers and consider a review of its by-laws.

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✓ Decided: Mrs. Lamb was elected chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the minutes from the February 14, 2024 meeting. The board elected Mrs. Lamb as chairperson. The board voted that no changes to the by‑laws were needed. All motions carried.

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City of Montrose ZBA Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) April 1, 2026 @ 9:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the ZBA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. PUBLIC HEARING APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes. COMMUNICATIONS TO THE BOARD UNFINSIHED BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers 2. Consider Review of By-Laws EXTENDED BOARD COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the ZBA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. ADJOURNMENT
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City of Montrose ZBA Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) MEETING MINUTES April 1, 2026 @ 9:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER – Meeting called to Order by Mr. Foust ROLL CALL: Present: Robert Arnold, Ray Foust, Geneva Lamb and City Manager Joe Karlichek PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Mr. Foust PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only) No Comments PUBLIC HEARING APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes. Action: Motion: Arnold to approve meeting minutes. Second: Lamb A _YES – Motion Carried COMMUNICATIONS TO THE BOARD UNFINSIHED BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers Action: Motion: Arnold nominated Mrs. Lamb for chairperson. Second: Foust A – YES – Motion Carried 2. Consider Review of By-Laws Action: Motion: Arnold, no changes to By-Laws. Second: Lamb A – YES – Motion Carried. EXTENDED BOARD COMMENTS – No comments PUBLIC COMMENTS: No comments ADJOURNMENT Motion by Arnold to adjourn meeting. Second: Foust. A – YES. Meeting adjourned 9:36 a.m. City of Montrose ZBA Agenda
Tue Mar 24, 2026

March 24, 2026 City Council Meeting

Council to appoint interim city manager and approve Pitney Bowes lease

The Montrose City Council will consider appointing Mr. Ray Foust as interim city manager and approving a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. A presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan by Blake D. Strozier will be given. The council will also hold a public hearing, address public comments, and move to a closed session for privileged matters.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

March 19, 2026 DDA Meeting

Board will consider by‑law amendment and community garden plan

The Downtown Development Authority Board will review a proposed amendment to its by‑laws regarding removal of board members. It will also discuss plans for a community garden. Presentations on downtown streetlighting and the Parks & Recreation Master Plan will be given. The City Manager will provide an update on the streetscape project.

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✓ Decided: Board amended by‑laws to change board‑member removal process

The DDA board approved the meeting agenda and the February 19, 2026 minutes. It adopted an amendment to By‑Laws page 2, Article 4, Section 6 regarding removal of board members. The meeting was then adjourned.

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139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) March 19, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of February 19, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes (DRAFT) PRESENTATION A. Gabriel Poletti, Streetlighting - Senior Project Coordinator Statewide – Streetlights (downtown). *Power Point and other related material accompanies this presentation. B. Douglas R. Schultz, PLA – Senior Landscape Architect II, Project Manager, Rowe Professional Services Company – Parks & Recreation Master Plan OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Amending By-Laws page 2, Article 4, Section 6 “Removal of Board Members” 2. Consider discussion and plan for Community Garden BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address tho [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) March 19, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m.. ROLL CALL – Present – Chairwoman Machuk, Eric Reed, Larry Leonard, Scott Wesbter, Mayor Tom Banks and City Manager. Absent: Coetta Adams, Deborha Gross, Jerry Mears. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Chairwoman Machuk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve agenda Second: Webster A – YES, Motion Carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of February 19, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes Action: Motion: Webster to approve consent agenda Second: Mayor Banks A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION A. Gabriel Poletti, Streetlighting - Senior Project Coordinator Statewide – Streetlights (downtown). *Power Point and other related material accompanies this presentation. B. Douglas R. Schultz, PLA – Senior Landscape Architect II, Project Manager, Rowe Professional Services Company – Parks & Recreation Master Plan Action: Presentations made to DDA Board. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Amending By-Laws page 2, Article 4, Section 6 “Removal of Board Members” Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve By-Laws page 2, Article 4, Section 6 “Removal of Board Members” as written. Second: Leonard A- YES – Motion Carried. 2. Consider discussion and plan for Community Garden Action: No action, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 12, 2026

March 12, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Board to consider zoning audit and City CIP

The Planning Board will meet to discuss a zoning audit proposal and the City Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The City Manager will also provide a progress report on the Streetscape Project.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved Wade Trim zoning audit and project start in July

The commission approved the February 12, 2026 meeting minutes. It approved the Wade Trim proposal, directing it to the city council and scheduling the project to begin in July 2026. The commission also approved the proposed City Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

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139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA March 12, 2026 – 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALEGIANCE TO THE FLAG APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes February 12, 2026 PRESENTATION CITIZEN COMMENT (Agenda Items Only) COMMUNICATIONS UNINFISHED BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Wade Trim Proposal – Zoning Audit 2. Consider City CIP STAFF REPORTS 1. City Manager to provide verbal report to Planning Board on Streetscape Project and Progress. EXETENDED CITIZEN COMMENT PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING – April 9, 2026 139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us 139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us 139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING MINUTES March 12, 2026 – 7:00 P.M. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairman Ray Foust, , Ronald Campbell, Ashley Putnam, Warren Edwards, Lori Machuk (ex-officio), and City Manager Joe Karlichek. Absent: Paul Wixson. David Rosario, Nicole Rumbold. PLEDGE OF ALEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Chairman Ray Foust led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes February 12, 2026 Action: Motion: Campbell to approve Minutes Second: Putnam A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION CITIZEN COMMENT (Agenda Items Only) No Comments COMMUNICATIONS UNINFISHED BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Wade Trim Proposal – Zoning Audit Action: Motion: Warren Edwards Approve Wadee Trim Proposal and send to council for approval and project to begin July 2026 Second: Putnam A – YES, Motion Carried. 2. Consider City CIP Action: Motion: Warren Edwards approve the proposed CIP Second: Campbell A – YES, Motion Carried. STAFF REPORTS 1. City Manager to provide verbal report to Planning Board on Streetscape Project and Progress. Action: City Manager provided update on appropriations requests at the state and federal level. EXETENDED CITIZEN COMMENT No Comments PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Action: Motion: Warren Edwards to adjourn meeting Second: Putnam A – YES, Motion Carried. – Meeting Adjourned at 7:55 p.m. NEXT MEETING – April 9, 2026
Tue Feb 24, 2026

February 24, 2026 Council Meeting

Council to appoint Ray Foust as interim city manager

The Montrose City Council will consider the mayor's request to appoint Mr. Ray Foust as interim city manager and will review a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. A presentation of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan by Blake D. Strozier of Rowe Professional Services will be given. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, a public hearing, and a closed‑session motion under MCL 15.268(h).

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

February 19, 2026 DDA Meeting

Montrose DDA to consider FY26/27 proposed budget and board by-laws

The Downtown Development Authority Board will meet to discuss the proposed budget for the 2026/27 fiscal year. The board will also consider the approval of DDA by-laws.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $6,510 purchase, appoints officers, and plans by‑law amendment

The board approved the agenda and the January 15, 2026 DDA meeting minutes. It directed the City Manager to draft an amendment to By‑Law Article 4, Section 6 on board member removal and add an excused‑absence clause for a March presentation. The board approved a $6,510 purchase from Montrose Greenhouse. Officers were appointed as Chairman Lori Machuk, Vice Chairman Scott Webster, Treasurer Eric Reed, and Secretary Deborah Gross.

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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) April 16, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of February 19, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes (DRAFT) PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Approving FY26/27 Proposed Budget 2. Consider Approving DDA By-Laws BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. DDA COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. DDA Chairwoman: Verbal report - “Event Committee” City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda CITY MANAGER / DDA BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next DDA Meeting – May 21, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) February 19, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m.. ROLL CALL – Present – Chairwoman Machuk, Deborah Gross (arrived late), Jerry Mears, Scott Webster. Eric Reed, Mayor Tom Banks and City Manager. Absent: Coetta Adams, Mike Burkhart. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Chairwoman Machuk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve agenda Second: Adams A – YES, Motion Carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of January 15, 2026 D.D.A. Meeting Minutes (DRAFT) Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to approve consent agenda Second: Webster A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION Welcome new DDA Board Member Mr. Larry Leonard! OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Discussion on Streetscape Project Action: No action. Much discussion and overall board liked the concepts presented. 2. Consider Amending By-Laws page 2, Article 4, Section 6 “Removal of Board Members” Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to discuss for approval Second: Leonard A – YES, Motion Carried. City Manager to redraft language and add excused absence clause. Bring back to the DDA Board in March. City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda BID AWARD/PURCHASE 1. Consider proposal from Montrose Greenhouse Action: Motion: Adams to approve proposal and for di [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 12, 2026

February 12, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission will select new officers and review by‑laws at Feb. 12 meeting

The Montrose Planning Commission meeting will consider the selection of a Chairperson, Vice‑Chairperson, and Secretary, and will review the commission's by‑laws. A staff report will brief members on the Capital Improvement Plan and upcoming FY26/27 budget planning. The agenda also includes a presentation on zoning audit findings and a period for citizen comment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission appoints new officers and approves prior meeting minutes

The commission approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It then selected new officers: Ray Foust as Chairman, Mr. Wixson as Vice Chairman, Mr. Rosario as Secretary, and Mr. Faust as ZBA representative. The board also moved to adjourn the meeting.

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139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA February 12, 2026 – 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALEGIANCE TO THE FLAG APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes September 11, 2025 PRESENTATION Adam Young, AICP, Senior Project Manager – Wade Trim A. Memorandum B. Zoning Audit Findings CITIZEN COMMENT (Agenda Items Only) COMMUNICATIONS UNINFISHED BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Selection of Officers (Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary). 2. Consider Review of By-Laws STAFF REPORTS 1. City Manager to provide verbal report to Planning Board on Capital Improvement Plan ( CIP), upcoming Budget FY26/27 planning and Planning Board next meeting in March 2026. EXETENDED CITIZEN COMMENT PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING – March 12, 2026.
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139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us PLANNING BOARD MEETING February 12, 2026 – 7:00 P.M. MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – Chairman Ray Fost called meeting to Order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairman Ray Foust, David Rosario, Nicole Rumbold, Ronald Campbell, Lori Machuk (ex-officio), and City Manager Joe Karlichek. Absent: Ashley Putnam, Warren Edwards, and Paul Wixson. PLEDGE OF ALEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Chairman Ray Foust led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes September 11, 2025 Action: Motion: Rosario to approve Minutes Second: Campbell A – YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION Adam Young, AICP, Senior Project Manager – Wade Trim A. Memorandum B. Zoning Audit Findings Action: Presentation made and discussed in depth. Wade Trim to provide city manager proposal on Zoning Audit and present it to the Board in March 2026. CITIZEN COMMENT (Agenda Items Only) None COMMUNICATIONS UNINFISHED BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Selection of Officers (Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary). Action: Motion: Rosario to name Mr. Foust as Chairman Second: Mr. Campbell A – YES, Motion Carried. 139 S. SAGINAW ST. MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 www.cityofmontrose.us Action: Motion: Mr. Campbell nominate Mr. Wixson as Vice Chairman Second: Rosario A – YES, Motion Carried. Action: Motion: Mr. Rosario [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 11, 2026

February 11, 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals

Montrose Zoning Board of Appeals to elect officers and review by-laws

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The board is scheduled to elect officers and consider a review of its by-laws.

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City of Montrose ZBA Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) February 11, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the ZBA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. PUBLIC HEARING: NONE APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of February 12, 2025 Meeting Minutes COMMUNICATIONS TO THE BOARD UNFINSIHED BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers 2. Consider Review of By-Laws EXTENDED BOARD COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the ZBA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. ADJOURNMENT City of Montrose ZBA Agenda
Tue Jan 27, 2026

January 27, 2026 Council Meeting

Council considers appointing Ray Foust as Interim City Manager

The City Council will hear a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and consider the appointment of an interim city manager. The body will also review a lease contract for Pitney Bowes.

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MONTROSE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2026 Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting Location: 139 South State St, Montrose, MI 48457 1. CALL IN DIRECTIONS July 21, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Meeting ID820 8235 8066 Passcode : 087946 Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rBrn9jPzSxK0EK6mGPhUcA 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. ROLL CALL 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROV AL OF AGENDA for July 21, 2026 6. PRESENTATION Blake D. Strozier, Rowe Professional Services Company– Parks & Recreation Master Plan 7. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH 8. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Agenda Items Only) The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment on agenda items that will be considered at this meeting. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The City Council will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during the relevant agenda item. All persons addressing the City Council are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. 9. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval City Council Meeting Minutes June 2026 b) Approval City Council Bills for the month of June 2026 c) Receive and file Police, Fire, Code Enforcement Report for June 2026 d) Receive and file Genesee County 9-1-1 Director’s Report for June 2026 (N/A) e) Receive and file Consultant City Manager Report - No Report f) Receive and file City Treasurer/Finance Director & Deputy Treasurer Reports for June 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

January 15, 2026 DDA Meeting

Montrose DDA to discuss budget, CIP, and veterans banners

The Downtown Development Authority will approve meeting minutes, a 2026 calendar, and a budget update. The board will discuss proposed capital improvements, by-laws, veterans banners, and a community garden.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $5,000 for veterans banners and flags

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, which included the November 20, 2025 minutes, a budget update filing, and the 2026 meeting calendar. It approved a $5,000 expenditure for veterans banners and flags and approved a resolution appointing committee members. Other items were discussed but no further action was taken.

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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) January 15, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All persons addressing the DDA Board are asked to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of November 20, 2025, D.D.A. Meeting Minutes 2. Receive and File Budget Update 3. Approve 2026 DDA Board Meeting Calendar PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion Spring Event Date/Time NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Discussion on Proposed CIP 2. Consider Review of By-Laws 3. Consider Discussion of Veterans Banners 4. Consider Discussion on Community Garden BID AWARD/PURCHASE ORDINANCES APPOINTMENTS 1. Consider Resolution Appointment of Committee and Committee Members City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda CITIZEN COMMENTS The purpose of this agenda item is to allow persons to comment. This is not a forum for debate or for which questions will be answered. The Board will consider all comments and questions and decide if they wish to address those items during board comments. All p [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda 139 S. SAGINAW STREET MONTROSE, MI 48457 / PHONE (810) 639-6168 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD (D.D.A.) January 15, 2026 @ 7:30 a.m. MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER – meeting called to order at 7:46 a.m. ROLL CALL – Present – Chairwoman Machuk, Deborah Gross (arrived late), Jerry Mears, Eric Reed, Mayor Tom Banks and City Manager. Absent: Coetta Adams, Mike Burkhart, Scott Webster. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Pledge led by Chairwoman Machuk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Action: Motion: Deborah Gross to approve agenda Second: Mayor Banks A – YES, Motion Carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS No Comments – No Citizens present at meeting. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of November 20, 2025, D.D.A. Meeting Minutes 2. Receive and File Budget Update 3. Approve 2026 DDA Board Meeting Calendar Action: Motion: Deborah Gross to approve consent agenda Second: Mayor Banks A - YES, Motion Carried. PRESENTATION OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion Spring Event Date/Time Action: Motion: Mayor Banks to Discuss Second: Jerry Mears A - YES, Motion Carried. Nothing further from discussion. City of Montrose DDA Board Agenda NEW BUSINESS 1. Consider Discussion on Proposed CIP Action: Motion: Mayor Banks discuss CIP Second: Deborah Gross A - YES, Motion Carried. Discussion had, no action. Board indicated streetlight/sidewalk project as #1 and in general the proposed CIP was in-line with Board expectations. 2. Consider Revi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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