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Mon Jun 15, 2026

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Council will consider approval of the 2026 Fireworks display.

The Evart City Council meeting on June 15, 2026 will address several new‑business items, including a request to approve the city’s 2026 fireworks display, a poverty‑exemption resolution, a TEAMSTERS labor contract, renewal of the MMRMA agreement, and implementation of Unikey multifactor authentication. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items such as vendor payments totaling $1,806,064.90 and budget amendments. No decisions have been recorded yet; the council will discuss and vote on the listed items during the session.

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Council Meeting Agenda – June 15, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, June 15, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – June 1, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – June 1, 2026 C. Vendor’s List $1,806,064.90 D. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business E. Unikey- Multifactor Authentication F. MMRMA Renewal G. BlackRock IT Services H. TEAMSTERS Contract I. 2026 Poverty Exemption - Resolution 2026-11 J. 2026 Fireworks Approval K. K9 Program 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) L. Accounts Payable Report (5/18/2026 – 6/1/2026) M. Revenue and Expense Report 10. City Attorney Report/Comment 11. City Clerk Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda – June 15, 2026 2 12. Finance Director Report/Comment N. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026

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Evart City Council to review contract renewals and vendor payments

The City Council will meet to discuss contract approvals and a closed session regarding a contract renewal. The body will also review a vendor's list and budget amendments.

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Council Meeting Agenda – June 1, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, June 1, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – May 18, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – May 18, 2026 C. Fire Department Meeting Minutes – May 2026 D. Vendor’s List $36,149.05 E. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business F. Closed Session- per MCL-Section 15.268(a)-contract renewal G. Contract Approval 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) H. Accounts Payable Report (5/18/2026 – 6/1/2026) I. Revenue and Expense Report J. Summary of Funds – March & April 2026 10. City Attorney Report/Comment 11. City Clerk Report/Comment 12. Finance Director Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda – June 1, 2026 2 13. Department of Public Works [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council discussed SS4A grant application and vac truck repair; no actions taken

The council reviewed a resolution to apply for a $96,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) technical assistance grant, authorizing the City Manager to act as the city's agent and confirming a $24,000 match. Staff presented a $10,000 repair estimate for the vac truck, noting rental costs and that funding would come from sewer funds. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded for either item.

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION May 18, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:02pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young, Mike Fulton Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Downtown Development Authority Director Tadd Bruggema, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Mark Sochocki, Travis Douglas, Arlene Vincent, Diane Carlson ltem It. Fire Board Representative Pay and 12. Vac Truck Repair will be added to the agenda tonight. New Business Y, SS4A Grant ~ Resolution 2026-09 The City applied for a technical assistance grant to assist in (reparing the actual grant application for the USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) which creates an Action Plan to improve transportation safety for all roadway users within the city limits, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, older adults, children and individuals with disabilities. The resolution is a requirement of the grant application process, to support the grant application and to confirm the amount being requested ($96,000) and the amount of matching funds to be committed ($24,000); authorizing the City Manager to act as agent on behalf of the city. Vac Truck Repair The Vac Truck was purchased in 2019 and is used to vac out any blockages that are in our system. Itis relied heavily upon right now during all [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

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Evart City Council to hold public hearing on 2026-2027 budget

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2026-2027 budget. The body will also consider resolutions regarding a grant and a water purchase agreement.

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Council Meeting Agenda – May 18, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, May 18, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Call Public Hearing to Order 5. PUBLIC HEARING: 2026-2027 Budget 6. Citizen’s Comments regarding Public Hearing – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 7. Close Public Hearing 8. Open Regular Council Meeting 9. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 10. Approval of Agenda 11. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – May 4, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – May 4, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes – April 2026 D. Fire Board Special Meeting Minutes – April 2026 E. Vendor’s List $1,706,723.42 12. Unfinished Business 13. New Business F. 2026-2027 Budget – Resolution 2026-08 City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda – May 18, 2026 2 G. SS4A Grant – Resolution 2026-09 H. Spring Water Purchase Agreement 5th Amendment – Resolution 2026-10 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

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✓ Decided: City Council adopted the 2026‑2027 budget

The council approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, then adopted the 2026‑2027 city budget. It also approved several resolutions covering a state grant request, a water purchase amendment, fire board pay, and a vac‑truck repair. The reappointment of Kathy Maddern to the Board of Review was confirmed.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING May 18, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young, Mike Fulton Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Mark Sochocki, Travis Douglas, Arlene Vincent, Diane Carlson, Public Hearing: 2026-2027 Budget was called to order at 6:31pm. Citizen's Comments regarding Public Hearing: none Public Hearing: 2026-2027 Budget is closed at 6:32pm. The Regular Council Meeting is open at 6:32pm. Citizen's Comments: Arlene Vincent — Values the relationship her/company has with Evart and is happy to continue working with them. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Mayor Elkins to approve agenda with the additions of items I1. Fire Board Representative Pay and 2. Vac Truck Repair. Second by Széliga. Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — May 4, 2026 é B. Regular Council Minutes — May 4, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes — April 2026 »~ D. Fire Board Special Meeting Minutes — Aprif 2026 E. Vendor's List $1,706,723.42 Motion by Szeliga to approve the consent agenda. Second by Fulton. Motion passed with all [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council moved collective bargaining discussion to the end of the agenda

The council decided to shift the collective bargaining item to the end of the agenda, as required by MCL Section 15.268(c). Council also agreed to place a $50 per meeting stipend for the Fire Board Representative on the next meeting's agenda. No votes were recorded for these actions.

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION May 4, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young, Mike Fulton Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Finance Director Jenni Sims, Director of Public. Works Chad Thompson Guests: Mark Sochocki, Gary Terrill, Jason Chumkra, Diane Carlson Item L. Closed Session — per MCL Section 15.268(c), collective bargaining will be moved to the end of the agenda after Citizen's Comments. x New Business Resolution 2026-06 > To further pursue funding opportunities for this project there néeds tolbe a resolution in which the City of Evart commits to the contribution of a 25% match of the total costs. This is not an approval of the project itself. g Resolution 2026-07 Fulton questions whether section #1 in the resolution should state “renewal” in place of ‘new additional.” Williams’ confirms and recommends the change in language. Discussion: Fire Board Representative Pay » Lockhart suggests that the City of Evart provide pay for their Fire Board Representative. She states that the surrounding townships offer a meeting stipend to each of their representatives and suggests the amount of $50/meeting. Council agrees and requests that this item be added to the next agenda. Updates on Grant Opportunities Lockhart updates Council’6n a couple gran [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

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Police millage renewal resolution to be considered at May 4 council meeting

The Evart City Council will meet on May 4, 2026 to review a consent agenda and several new business items. Key topics include updates on the Fleis & Vandenbrink project, a Category B grant, the 2026‑27 draft city budget, telnet‑phone service, a community facility resolution, and a police millage renewal resolution. The council will also hold a closed‑session on collective bargaining matters.

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Council Meeting Agenda – May 4, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, May 4, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – April 6, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – April 6, 2026 C. Vendor’s List $41,384.12 – 4.20.2026 Vendor’s List $189,351,73 – 5.4.2026 D. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business E. Fleis & Vandenbrink - Project Updates F. Category B Grant G. DDA and Farmer’s Market 26-27 Budget H. City of Evart 26-27 Draft Budget I. Telnet-Phone Service J. Community Facility Resolution 2026-06 K. Police Millage Renewal Resolution 2026-07 L. Closed Session- per MCL-Section 15.268(c)- collective bargaining 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) M. Accounts Payable Report (4/6/2026 – 4/20/2026) Accounts Payable Report (4/20/2026 – 05/04/2026) N. Revenue and Expense Report City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Mai [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

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✓ Decided: City Council awards MDOT Category 8 paving grant to Rieth‑Riley Construction with 50% match

The council approved a MDOT Category 8 grant paving project, awarding it to Rieth‑Riley Construction Co. and matching 50% of the $63,096 cost. It also approved the DDA and Farmer's Market 2026‑27 budget, renewed the Telnet phone service contract for five years at $164.93 per month, and adopted resolutions for a 25% match on new community facilities and a police millage language correction. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING May 4, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young, Mike Fulton Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Finance Director Jenni Sims, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Guests: Mark Sochocki, Gary Terrill, Jason Chumkra, Diane Carlson Citizen’s Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Szeliga to approve the agenda moving item)L, Closed Session ~ per MCL Section 15.268 collective bargaining to the end of the agenda items. Second by, Filton. Motion’ passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — April 6, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes — April 6, 2026 €. Vendor's List $41,384.12 — April 20, 2026 Vendor's List $189,351.73 =May 4, 2026 D. Budget Amendments Motion by Szeliga to approve the consent agenda with the’ Correction to the typo in the work session minutes. Second by Fulton. Motion passed with all in favor’ > Unfinished Business: none. New Business Bs E. Fleis & Vandenbrink Project Updates ~ Presentation F. Category B Grant Motion by Mayor Elkins to award the MDOT Category}8 Grant paving project to Rieth-Riley Construction Co. with the City of Evart contributing a 50% match of $63,096 coming from major and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

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City Council to vote on Brownfield plan for 101 S. Main St.

The Evart City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed Brownfield Redevelopment Plan for 101 S. Main Street. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with a vendor list totaling $244,466.16 and the approval of a Police Department purchasing policy.

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Council Meeting Agenda – April 6, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, April 6, 2026 @ 6:30PM The R egular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. P ledge of Allegiance 3. R oll Call 4. C all Public Hearing to Order 5. P UBLIC HEARING: Brownfield Authority Approval for Evart Apartments 6. C itizen’s Comments regarding Public Hearing – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 7. C lose Public Hearing 8. O pen Regular Council Meeting 9. C itizens’ Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 10. A pproval of Agenda 11. C onsent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – March 23, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – March 23, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes – March 2026 D. Fire Board Budget Hearing Minutes – March 17, 2026 E. Vendor’s List $244,466.16 12. U nfinished Business 13. N ew Business F. Fleis & Vandenbrink Update-presentation City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734 -2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda – April 6, 2026 2 G. Brownfield Approval for Evart Apartments H. CDBG WRI Cedar Street Sewer Project Bid I. Sewer Credit – 211 N. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

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✓ Decided: City Council awards $1.3M sewer contract and approves key purchases

The council approved the Brownfield Plan for the Evart Apartments and awarded the Cedar Street sewer project contract to Gerber Construction for $1,318,334.00. It also approved a $562.93 sewer credit, a new police patrol vehicle up to $61,000, and Resolution 2026-05 amending the purchasing policy. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING ‘April 6, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Absent Council Members (via roll call): Mike Fulton Present (staf): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public, Works Chad Thompson, Downtown. Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jenni Sims, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Mark Sochocki, Gary Terrill, Connor Zook, Jason Chumkra, Corey Turner, Amold Dodde v Citizen's Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Carlson to approve the agenda as presented. Sécond by Mayor Elkins. Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — March 23, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes ~ March 23, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes — March 2026 D. Fire Board Budget Hearing Minutes ~ March.17, 202 E. Vendor's List $244,466.16, : Motion by Szeliga to approve the consent agenda as presented, Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor. Unfinished Business: none New Business F. Fleis & Vandenbrink Update — Presentation G. Brownfield Approval for Evart Apartments Motion by Mayor Elkins to approve the Brownfield Plan for the Evart Apartments at 101 S. Main St. Second by Carlson. Mot [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council reviewed sewer bid, police car purchase, and brownfield plan

The council heard a recommendation to award the Cedar Street Sewer Project to Gerber Construction for $1,318,334.00. The police chief presented a request to replace a 2016 patrol vehicle, noting $24,790.00 is available and up to $36,210.00 may be needed from the general fund. The Brownfield Authority discussed a revision to the Evart Apartments plan to allow revenue sharing. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

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CITY OF EVART ‘WORK SESSION April 6, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Absent Council Members: Mike Fulton Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Finance Director Jenni Sims, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Mark Sochocki, Gary Terrill, Connor Zook, Jason Chumkra, Corey Turner New Business a CDBG WRI Cedar Street Sewer Project Bid The Cedar Street Sewer Project involves collection system improvements, replacing approximately 3,500 feet of gravity sanitary sewer main, manholes, laterals, and associated surface restoration including HMA, conerete, and turf restoration. The work is located along Cedar Street from Jefferson Street to south of Sixth Street: This project was put out to bid and on April 1, 2026, the bids were received and opened. There,was a total of four (4) bids received. Fleis & Vandenbrink reviewed the bids and determined that two (2) of the bids were incomplete. Of the remaining two (2) bids, Fleis & Vandenbrink recommend awarding the bid to Gerber Construction for the amount of $1,318,334.00. - Police Car The Police Department's 2016 Ford patrol interceptor utility vehicle was take out of service last month due to the h [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION March 23, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Finance Director Jenni Sims, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, David and Lisa Newsome, Mark Sochocki, Diane Carison New Business tem H2. Truck Repair will be added to the agenda. Thompson discusses the repairs needed for the 2008 International plow truck and presents quotes to the Council Police Department Radios Chief Beam created a spreadsheet breaking down the cost of the radios with different purchase options, Currently the PD has received a grant from TC Energy in the amount of $12,000, and a state revenue sharing amount of $9,333 to go towards the cost of the radios. Council agrees to approve up to $21,000 for the remaining balance. If approved for the Osceola County ‘Community Foundation Grant, 50% of that remaining balance would be covered by the grant. Weapons and Restraint Policy The Evart Police Department does not have a current formal policy governing the purchase and disposition of department-issued firearms. Chief Beam has drafted a policy to establish a standard to follow to ensure the best interes [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

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✓ Decided: Approved $93,951 contract for five‑mile lift‑station pump replacement

The council approved the consent agenda and added item H2 to the agenda. It authorized $21,000 for police radios, adopted the police weapons and restraints policy, approved a $93,951 contract for a five‑mile lift‑station pump, and approved up to $8,788.24 for truck repairs. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING March 23, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Sandy Szeliga, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Tina Young Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jenni Sims, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, David and Lisa Newsome, Mark Sochocki, Diane Carlson Citizen's Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Szeliga to approve the agenda with the addition of item H2. Truck Repair. Second by Fulton. Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — March 2, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes ~ March 2, 2026 C. Vendor's List $105,693.25 D. Budget Amendments Motion by Mayor Elkins to approve the consent agenda as presented. Second by Szeliga. Motion passed with all in favor. Unfinished Business: E. Police Department Radios Motion by Fulton to approve up to $21,000 for the purchase of Police radios. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor. New Business F. Weapons and Restraints Policy Motion by Fulton to approve the Evart Police Department's Weapons and Restraints Policy. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor. G. Five M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

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City Council adopts new Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance 2026-01)

The Evart City Council meeting on March 23, 2026 will consider several items, including the adoption of Ordinance 2026-01 to replace the city zoning ordinance after a public hearing. Council members will discuss funding options for police department radios, review a proposed weapons policy, and examine the Five Mile Lift Station pump project. The consent agenda will approve a vendor list totaling $105,693.25 and budget amendments. All items will be voted on during the regular meeting.

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Council Meeting Agenda –March 16, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, March 23, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – March 2, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – March 2, 2026 C. Vendor’s List $105,693.25 D. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business E. Police Department Radios 8. New Business F. Weapons Policy G. Five Mile Lift Station Pump 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) H. Accounts Payable Report (3/2/2026 – 3/23/2026) I. Revenue and Expense Report 10. City Attorney Report/Comment 11. City Clerk Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda –March 16, 2026 2 12. Finance Director Report/Comment J. Monthly Report 13. Department of Public Works Report/Comment K. Airport Report - FYI 14. Police Department Re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

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City Council holds public hearing on zoning ordinance

The City Council will convene a public hearing on the Zoning Ordinance and discuss items including police department radios, city hall requests, and sewer tapping fees. The meeting also includes the approval of consent agenda items such as vendor payments.

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Council Meeting Agenda –March 2, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, March 2, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Call Public Meeting to Order 5. PUBLIC HEARING: Zoning Ordinance 6. Citizens’ Comments regarding Public Hearing – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 7. Close Public Hearing 8. Open Regular Council Meeting 9. Citizen’s Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 10. Approval of Agenda 11. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – February 17, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – February 17, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes – January 2026 (revised) & February 2026 D. Vendor’s List $471,579.78 12. Unfinished Business E. Police Department Radios City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda –March 2, 2026 2 13. New Business F. City Hall Request G. Zoning Ordinance H. Sewer Credit I. Tapping Fees Request 14. Department/Informational Reports (No [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council waives tapping fees for new water and sewer connections

The council approved waiving the tapping (connection) fees for seven new water and seven new sewer units on Washington and First Streets. The Planning Commission's revised zoning ordinance was discussed and scheduled for a public hearing, but no adoption vote was taken. The City manager requested approval to seek additional funding for the Community Facilities Technical Assistance grant, and a homeowner's request for a $3,148.35 sewer credit was noted, with no decision recorded.

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION March 2, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Absent council Members: Sandy Szeliga Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Gary Terrill, Mark Sochocki, Deb Booher New Business City Hall Request The City of Evart applied to the Office of Rural Prosperity for a Community Facilities Technical Assistance grant and was notified that the project was moved to the pipeline. The Planning ‘Commission has recommended moving ahead with this project. Lockhart would like to seek additional funding prospects for this project and is asking for approval to pursue appropriation opportunities for a community facility Zoning Ordinance ‘The Planning Commission has been working for over a year on rewriting the zoning ordinance to meet standards that align with the City of Evart. It was also verified that the new zoning ordinance will meet Redevelopment Ready Certification standards. There will be a public hearing tonight during the regular council meeting to hear from the public, and then it is ready to be approved with the adoption of Ordinance 2026-01 Tapping Fees The City received a request from t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts new zoning ordinance (Ordinance 2026‑01)

The council approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It authorized the city manager to seek funding for a community facility and adopted a new zoning ordinance. The council also approved a $3,149.35 sewer credit for 219 N. Pine St., waived tapping fees for a housing project, and adjourned the meeting.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING March 2, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Tina Young Absent Council Members (via roll call): Sandy Szeliga (excused) Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Gary Terrill, Mark Sochocki The Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance was called to order at 6:31pm. Citizen’s Comments regarding Public Hearing: none The Public Hearing was closed at 6:32pm, and the Regular Council Meeting opened. Citizen’s Comments: Deb Booher expressed how great the utlity workers have been to work with. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Fulton to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor: Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — February 17, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes ~ February 17, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes — January 2026 (revised) & February 2026 D. Vendor's List $471,579.78 Motion by Mayor Elkins to approve the consent agenda as presented. Second by Young. Motion passed with all in favor. Unfinished Business: E. Police Department Radios Chief Beam has. presented Council with [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

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✓ Decided: City Council amends early voting agreement to add Hersey Township

The council approved an amendment to the Early Voting Joint Municipal Agreement to include Hersey Township, noting no new equipment is needed and a small rental fee was added. A budget workshop was scheduled for March 2 at 5 pm, with a second session planned for March 16 at 5 pm if needed. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

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CITY OF EVART ‘WORK SESSION February 17, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Absent council Members: Sandy Szeliga Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Diane Carlson, Mark Sochocki, Connor Zook (Triterra) New Business Early Voting Agreement — Hersey Township added The Early Voting Joint Municipal Agreement has been amended to add Hersey Township. There will be no need to purchase any new equipment as Hersey Township has everything required to run the early voting site. They are asking for a small rental fee for the equipment which was added into the agreement as well. Grupido has been researching other ways to save the City of Evart money in anticipation of having to buy all new equipment in 2027. Accuracy testing is a big expense each election and can be done in-house to eliminate that expense. Grupido will be working with the Clerk for Fork Township in Barryton to observe how she does the accuracy testing during her May election. This will provide Grupido with the opportunity to watch it being done and decide whether it is something she wants to try doing Old Business Strategic Goals Lockhart would like to add #8 DPW Garage to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council approved the Early Voting joint municipal agreement with Hersey Township

The Evart City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved the Early Voting Joint Municipal Agreement adding Hersey Township, the PDAP Grant Agreement for the North Pine Street sewer extension, and the updated Strategic Plan 2026 goals with the DPW garage item. All motions passed with all members in favor.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING February 17, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Tina Young Absent Council Members (via roll call): Sandy Szeliga (excused) Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Diane Carlson, Mark Sochocki, Connor Zook (Triterra) Citizen's Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Fulton to approve the agenda moving item E. Strategic Goals. to the end of new business. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor: Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes ~ February 2, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes - February 2, 2026 €. Vendor's List $321,573.57 D. Budget Amendments Motion by Carlson to approve the consent agenda as presented. Second by Mayor Elkins. Motion passed with all in favor. New Business F. Brownfield Redevelopment Authority — Presentation Triterra Connor Zook presents to Council an introduction to Brownfield Redevelopment which includes the types of eligible properties, tax increment financing, requirements to use the Brownfield TIF, and details of a Brownfield plan, Zook then explains how 101 S. Main Street is utilizing [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

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Evart City Council to discuss Brownfield redevelopment and early voting agreement

The City Council will consider a joint municipal agreement for early voting that adds Hersey Township. The body will also hear a presentation from Triterra regarding the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and discuss strategic goals.

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Council Meeting Agenda –February 17, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizens’ Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – February 2, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – February 2, 2026 C. Vendor’s List $321,573.57 D. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business E. Strategic Goals 8. New Business F. Brownfield Redevelopment Authority – Presentation Triterra G. Early Voting – Joint Municipal Agreement, Hersey Township Added H. Radios – Presentation Only I. PDAP Grant Agreement 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) J. Accounts Payable Report (2/2/2026 – 2/17/2026) K. Revenue and Expense Report 10. City Attorney Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda –February 17, 2026 2 11. City Clerk Report/Comment 12. Finance D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council approved early voting agreement and rolled over $250,000 CD

The Evart City Council approved Resolution 2026-04 to update council rules, rolled over $250,000 into a 13‑month CD at Independent Bank with interest earmarked for water and sewer accounts, and approved a joint municipal early‑voting agreement. The council also adopted the proposed 2026‑2027 Fire Department budget and approved the vendor list. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING February 2, 2026 @ 6:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 6:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Tina Young Absent Council Members (via roll call): Sandy Szeliga Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Gary Terrill Citizen’s Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Carlson to approve the amended agenda to include! Resolution’ 2026-04 to item F. Rules & Procedures of Council. Second by Fulton. Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes ~ January 20", 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes ~ January 20”, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes ~ January 2026 D. Vendor's List $100,621.68 E. Budget Amendments Motion by Mayor Elkins to approve the corisent agenda as presented. Second by Young. Motion passed with all in favor. se Unfinished Business: F, Rules and Procedures of Council Motion by Fulton to approve Resolution 2026-04 with the proposed changes to the Rules and Procedures of Council. Second by Carlson. Fulton amends his motion to include all the proposed changes recommended by ‘Lockhart in the work session as well. Second by Carlson [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council agrees to amend Section 2.06 and adopt recommended changes

The council approved an amendment to Section 2.06 of the city charter, following the City Manager's recommendation that state law overrides the charter requirement for the manager to reside within city limits. The council also accepted several additional small changes suggested by the City Manager. No vote tally was recorded. Discussion of strategic goals was held but no decisions were made.

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CITY OF EVART ‘WORK SESSION February 2, 2026 @ 6:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 6:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Tina Young Absent council Members: Sandy Szeliga Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attomey Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Downtown Development Authority Director Tadd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Travis Douglas, Gary Terrill Old Business Rules & Procedures of Council Lockhart addresses Council to Section 2.06 and recommends amendment because State law States that the City Manager does not have to live within City limits, and state law in this case, trumps the Charter. Lockhart also recommends a few more small changes to which Council agrees. ‘New Business Strategic Goals Discussion is had on which previous goals have been accomplished, which goals should remain ‘on the list, and what goals Council would like to add. Lockhart encourages Council to be involved in these strategic goals and provide her with direction and feedback ‘Andrea Grupid City of Evart Work Session Minutes 02.02.2026
Mon Feb 2, 2026

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City Council to consider fire department budget and early voting agreement

The Evart City Council will review the consent agenda, including a Vendor’s List of $100,621.68. New business includes a notice of a Certificate of Deposit maturity from an independent bank, a joint municipal agreement for early voting, discussion of strategic goals, and the proposed 2026‑2027 Fire Department budget. No procedural items are listed as cancelled.

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Council Meeting Agenda –February 2, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, February 2, 2026 @ 6:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 6:00PM to 6:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 6:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizens’ Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – January 20, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – January 20, 2026 C. Fire Board Meeting Minutes – January 2026 D. Vendor’s List $100,621.68 E. Budget Amendments 7. Unfinished Business F. Rules & Procedures of Council 8. New Business G. Independent Bank – Certificate of Deposit Maturity Notice H. Early Voting – Joint Municipal Agreement I. Strategic Goals J. Proposed 2026-2027 Fire Department Budget 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) K. Accounts Payable Report (1/21/2026 – 2/2/2026) 10. City Attorney Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda –February 2, 2026 2 11. City Clerk Report/Comment 12 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council approved new meeting start times

The council discussed changing the work session start time to 6:00 p.m. and the regular council meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. No council members objected to the change. The adjustment was approved without a recorded vote tally.

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION January 20, 2026 @ 7:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Eikins called the work session to order at 7:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Sandy Szeliga, Tina Young Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson Guests: Travis Douglas, Mark Sochocki, Jason Chumkra Old Business Rules & Procedures of Council Mayor Elkins states that the work session needs to be utilized more for answering any questions Council members have about agenda items. Fulton explains that sometimes time doesn't allow for a complete discussion and if he has more questions he would like them answered before making a motion. Szeliga agrees. Section’11.12 states that these rules may be amended or repealed by resolution and shall not be passed at the same meeting which it was introduced so Council has until the next meeting to review and approve the rules and procedures. Carlson points out that in section 1.02 there is @.duplicate line. New Business Resolution 2026-03 Meeting Dates/Times Discussion on changing the meeting times. City staff is considered as well in the decision. No one objects to changing the work session time to 6:00pm and the regular council meeting time to 6:30pm. J. Duncan distributes the budget amendments to Council f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

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City Council will consider a vendor list totaling $807,814.57

The Evart City Council will approve a consent agenda that includes a Vendor’s List worth $807,814.57. New business items include a presentation on DWSRF & CWSRF, the reappointment of the Housing Commission, a proposed change to the election meeting date, and a resolution setting future council meeting dates and times. A draft of updated Council Rules and Procedures will be reviewed but not voted on at this meeting.

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Council Meeting Agenda –January 20, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Tuesday January 20, 2026 @ 7:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 7:00PM to 7:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 7:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizens’ Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – January 5, 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes – January 5, 2026 C. Closed Session Minutes – December 15, 2025 D. Vendor’s List $807,814.57 E. Budget Amendments – emailed Tuesday 7. Unfinished Business F. Rules & Procedures of Council- 8. New Business G. DWSRF & CWSRF – Fleis & Vandenbrink (presentation) H. Reappointment of Housing Commission I. Meeting Date Change for Election J. Resolution 2026-03 Meeting Dates/Times 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) K. Accounts Payable Report (1/6/2026 – 1/20/2026) L. Summary of Funds 10. City Attorney Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting Agenda –January 20, 2026 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council approved new election meeting dates for August 5 and November 4, 2026

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included a vendor list totaling $807,814.57. Lynn Salinas was reappointed to the Housing Commission for a five‑year term ending in 2031. The council also set new election‑related meeting dates of August 5 and November 4, 2026, and changed council meeting times to 6:00 pm for work sessions and 6:30 pm for regular meetings.

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING January 20, 2026 @ 7:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 7:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Sandy Szeliga, Tina Young Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson Guests: Travis Douglas, Mark Sochocki, Jason Chumkra Citizen's Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Szeliga to approve thé agenda as presented. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes — January 5", 2026 B. Regular Council Minutes = January 5", 2026 €. Closed Session Minutes - December 15”, 2025 D. Vendor's List $807,814.57 E. Budget Amendments - emailed Tuesday Motion by Szeliga to approve the consent agenda a8 presented. Second by Fulton. Motion passed with all in favor: Unfinished Business: F. Rules and Procedures of Council This item will be approved by resolution at the next scheduled meeting. New Business G. DWSRF & CWSRF - Fleis & Vandenbrink (presentation) H. Reappointment to Housing Commission Motion by Carlson to approve the reappointment of Lynn Salinas to the Housing Commission for a five-year term ending in 2031. Second by Szeliga. Moti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

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City Council to consider airport manager, street admin, sewer credit and contracts

The Evart City Council meeting will address a consent agenda that includes a vendor list totaling $210,592.91. New business items include a resolution to appoint an airport manager, a resolution to designate a street administrator, a sewer credit for 227 N. Main St., proposed economic development by‑laws, election commission reappointments, and a park host contract. No decisions have been recorded yet; the council will discuss and vote on these items.

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Council Meeting Agenda –January 5, 2026 1 CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday January 5, 2026 @ 7:30PM The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Community Room at the Depot located at 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 Before each regular council meeting there will be a standing pre-council work session from 7:00PM to 7:30PM. 1. Call to Order: 7:30PM 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Citizens’ Comments – limited to 3-4 minutes per individual 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda * A. Pre-Council Minutes – December 15, 2025 B. Regular Council Minutes – December 15, 2025 C. Evart Fire Board Meeting Minutes – December 2025 D. Vendor’s List $210,592.91 7. Unfinished Business E. Rules & Procedures of Council- (January 15) 8. New Business F. Resolution for Airport Manager – Resolution 2026-01 G. Designated Street Administrator – Resolution 2026-02 H. Sewer Credit 227 N. Main St. I. Economic Development By-Laws J. Election Commission Reappointments K. Park Host Contract 9. Department/Informational Reports (No Action Needed) L. Accounts Payable Report (12/16/2025 – 1/5/2026) 10. City Attorney Report/Comment City Council Mayor: Roger Elkins Mayor Pro-Tem: Sandy Szeliga Council: Tina Young Mike Fulton Ralph Carlson City Manager: Pepper Lockhart City Clerk: Andrea Grupido City of Evart 200 S. Main St. Evart, MI 49631 (231) 734-2181 www.evart.org Council Meeting [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

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CITY OF EVART WORK SESSION January 5, 2026 @ 7:00PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the work session to order at 7:00pm. Present Council Members: Mayor Elkins, Mike Fulton, Ralph Carlson, Sandy Szeliga, Tina Young Present Staff. City Manager Pepper Lockhart, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Gary Terrill, David and Lisa Newsome Old Business Rules & Procedures of Council ‘Mayor Elkins states that the work session needs to be utilized more for answering any questions Council members have about agenda items. Bruggema suggests moving the meeting times and have the work session start at 6:30pm and the regular Council meeting at 7pm. This item will be discussed at the next meeting. New Business Economic Development By-Laws The Economic Development Advisory Committee will advise the City Council on matters pertaining to community development within the City of Evart. The Committee will also assist ‘Community Planning and the Economic Development staff with alignment of the Master Plan and the strategies and priorities of the 5-Year Consolidated Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Program funds. This is a requirement for the Redevelopment Ready Community designation which will ultimately create opportunities for more funding to local busin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

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CITY OF EVART REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING January 5, 2026 @ 7:30PM Community Room at the Depot, 200 S. Main Street Mayor Elkins called the meeting to order at 7:30pm, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present Council Members (via roll call): Mayor Elkins, Ralph Carlson, Mike Fulton, Sandy Szeliga, Tina Young Present (staff): City Manager Pepper Lockhart, Downtown Development Authority Director Todd Bruggema, Finance Director Jennie Duncan, City Attorney Eric Williams, City Clerk Andrea Grupido, Director of Public Works Chad Thompson, Chief of Police John Beam Guests: Gary Terrill, David and Lisa Newsome Citizen’s Comments: none Approval of Agenda: Motion by Carlson to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Fulton Motion passed with all in favor. Approval of Consent Agenda: A. Pre-Council Minutes - December 15, 2025 B. Regular Council Minutes = December 15, 2025 C. Evart Fire Board Meeting Minutes - December 2025 D. Vendor's List $210,592.91 Motion by Szeliga to. approve the consent agenda as presented. Second by Carlson. Motion passed with all in favor. Unfinished Business: E. Rules and Procedures of Council - (January 20) New Business F. Resolution for Airport Manager — Resolution 2026-01 Motion by Szeliga to approve resolution 2026-01 appointing Chad Thompson as the airport manager. Support by Carlson. Roll call vote as follows: Young — yes, Szeliga — yes, Carlson — yes, Fulton — yes, Mayor Elkins — yes. Motion passed with all in favor. G. D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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