Traverse City, MI

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Parks & Recreation Commission

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is interviewing three applicants for open terms on the Parks & Recreation Commission expiring September 1, 2026, and will consider making appointment recommendations. The agenda includes interviews with Emma Hughes, Paul Wilkins, and Tina Soyring, followed by a discussion of recommendations. Public comment and adjournment are also scheduled.

• Interviews for Parks & Recreation Commission appointments: Emma Hughes (12:05pm), Paul Wilkins (12:25pm), Tina Soyring (12:45pm)
• Consideration of recommendations for appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission
• Open terms expire September 1, 2026
• Public comment period

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2026, to consider approving consulting services for the State Street and Rotary Square projects, along with routine consent calendar items such as minutes and financial reports. The agenda includes public comment periods and reports from the executive director and staff.

• Consideration of approving Two-Way Consulting Services for State Street implementation support (Progressive proposal)
• Consideration of approving Rotary Square Consulting Services (Progressive Change in Service Requests 02 and 03)
• Approval of July 2026 financial reports and distributions for DDA General, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97 budgets
• Approval of July 2026 financial report and distribution from Traverse City Arts Commission
• Discussion of TIF-97 project priorities (RFP memo)

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Parks & Recreation Commission

The Ad Hoc Committee is interviewing four applicants for appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission, with terms expiring September 1, 2026. The committee will consider recommendations for these appointments. The agenda also includes public comment and adjournment.

• Interviews with Christine Deyo, Justin Reed, Jonathan Kurz, and Jesus Cardona Villa
• Consideration of recommendations for appointment to Parks & Recreation Commission for terms expiring September 1, 2026
• Public comment period

ACT 345 Retirement System

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

Downtown Development Authority Organizational Meeting

ACT 345 Retirement System

ACT 345 Retirement System

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

ACT 345 Retirement System

ACT 345 Retirement System

Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will hear a proposal for a historical display celebrating Hickory Hills' 75th anniversary, review damage and repair costs for the Mazinaadin tunnel exhibit, and discuss updates on gateway sculptures, the 2027 Mural Festival, and project prioritization. The agenda includes consent items for approving July meeting minutes and financial report.

• Hickory Hills 75th anniversary historical display proposal (presented by Paul Wilkins)
• Mazinaadin tunnel exhibit: two more panels fallen, Image 360 invoice of $826.57 for repairs
• Gateway Sculptures: first payment of $15,000 made to artist Ellen
• 2027 Mural Festival RFQ draft review
• Project Prioritization Exercise results and timeline review

Complete Streets Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will review and consider approving the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes, discuss housekeeping items including the annual pavement marking review, and rank potential projects using a rubric. They will specifically discuss Lake Street traffic calming and review a list of resident and organizational requests for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements across the city.

• Discuss Lake Street traffic calming
• Rank projects using rubric
• Review resident requests including HAWK signals at Blue Goat, TART Trail crossings, and 8th Street & Woodmere
• Follow up on annual pavement marking review
• Approve July 21, 2026 minutes

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

This meeting agenda is a cancellation notice for the Traverse City Planning Commission Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The notice was posted on Thursday, August 13, 2026. No items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Original date: August 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
• Location: 2nd Floor Commission Chambers, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 17, 2026, primarily to consider a consent calendar of routine items, including approval of minutes, purchase orders for repairs and chemicals, and housekeeping resolutions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes of July 20, 2026 meeting
• Authorize confirming purchase order for sink hole repair in Lot A
• Authorize emergency confirming purchase order for Old Town elevator door operator replacement
• Authorize blanket purchase orders for Water Treatment Plant chemicals
• Authorize purchase order for two connections to East Bay/Acme force main

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Human Rights Commission

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including a report from the Housing & Homelessness Taskforce, the FLOCK camera system and proposed data centers, and strategic planning. The commission will also review printing quotes for its brochure and consider orientation for new members. The agenda includes public comment periods and reports on budget and calendar.

• Discussion of Housing & Homelessness Taskforce report
• Discussion of FLOCK cameras and proposed data centers
• Review of brochure printing quotes: $35.32 (Copy Central), $32.50 (The Copy Shop), $163.70-$230.06 (Kwik Print)
• Strategic planning input survey results and facilitator selection
• Orientation for newly appointed commissioners

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This agenda is a cancellation notice for the City Commission study meeting originally scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Commission Chambers. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Original date: August 10, 2026, 7:00 pm
• Location: Commission Chambers, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Traverse City Parks and Recreation Commission will review two high-impact park usage permits at its August 6 meeting: one for the Downtown Fine Art Fair at Clinch Park and another for TCPD Resilience Night. The meeting will also include old business on park fee discussions and Hickory Hills updates.

• Consideration of Downtown Fine Art Fair High Impact Permit for Clinch Park (Sept 12-13)
• Review of TCPD Resilience Night High Impact Park Usage Permit
• Continued discussion on Park Fee changes
• Hickory Hills Update & 75th Anniversary planning
• Projects Update presentation

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will meet to introduce Commander Chanel Lee and consider the approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The committee will also receive updates on upcoming local events.

• Introduction of Commander Chanel Lee
• Approval of June 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Update on August 7th Friday Night Live
• Update on August 14th-16th Regatta
• Update on October 23rd Patriot Game

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will vote on paying $7,740 for Hickory Meadows ski grooming, discuss a conceptual design for the Historic Barns Park entry precinct, and consider décor ideas for the Elevator Silo. The board may also enter closed session to discuss real property purchase or lease.

• Consideration of $7,740 invoice for 2025-2026 Hickory Meadows ski grooming
• Discussion of conceptual décor interest in the Elevator Silo at Historic Barns Park
• Consideration of a conceptual design plan for the entry precinct at Historic Barns Park
• Discussion of a utility easement to upgrade electrical service for Building 223 at Historic Barns Park
• Consideration of entering closed session to discuss purchase or lease of real property

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2026. No business will be conducted at this time.

Historic Districts Commission

The Commission will consider several requests for exterior renovations, additions, and window replacements in the Central Neighborhood and Downtown Historic Districts. The meeting includes a review of plans for residential additions and a commercial renovation into a restaurant and apartments.

• 525 Fifth Street: proposed deck and slider door addition to a detached garage
• 315 West Eighth Street: proposed partial home rebuild and window replacements
• 521 Fifth Street: proposed partial rear demolition and 2-story rear addition
• 210 East Front Street: proposed exterior renovation for a restaurant and two dwelling units
• 122 Cass Street: proposed second story rear addition

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting, retiree benefits for August 2026 totaling $294,829.76, and re-appoint two officials. The board will also hear a presentation from Mariner Consulting and vote on several quarterly invoices from consultants and legal services.

• Approval of retiree benefits for August 2026 - $294,829.76
• Official term re-appointment of Matt Verschaeve (Police) and Tom Thompson (Fire)
• Approval of 2026 Q2 Mariner Consulting Invoice #81931 - $10,125.00
• Approval of Miller Canfield Invoice #1742179 - Legal Services - $2,950.00
• Approval of 2026 Q2 T. Rowe Price Invoice #20260630-288-A - $10,440.99

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission Study Meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026, has been cancelled. No other business or decisions are listed in the provided document.

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone 314 E. Eighth Street from a Neighborhood Center District to a Multiple-Family Dwelling District. The property is part of a tract intended for a low to moderate income housing development managed by the Traverse City Housing Authority.

• Rezoning application for 314 E. Eighth Street from C-2 to R-3
• Discussion of EV Parking Standards
• Discussion of ADU Regulation Updates
• Proposed Child Care Zoning Amendments
• Receipt of Acme Township Master Plan 2026 approval

Complete Streets Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will review proposed changes to Seventh Street between Division and Cass, including a west-bound bike lane option, and will discuss the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons at Cass and 16th Street.

• Review Seventh Street from Division to Cass (bike lane options)
• Review Cass and 16th Street RRFB installation
• Review potential Complete Streets projects
• Approve June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Create master tracking document for project updates

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider a range of items, including several liquor‑license amendments, permanent traffic control orders, and contract approvals. Old business includes a public hearing on the 2026‑2030 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and a recommendation to place a ballot proposal to amend and extend the Downtown Development Authority TIF‑97 plan on the November 3, 2026 election. New business features a professional‑services agreement for the operation of Hickory Hills Ski Area and a request for ADU regulation recommendations.

• Approve additional permits for Identity Brewing Company, LLC (108 South Union St.) liquor license
• Adopt permanent traffic control orders reducing loading zones and adding signage at downtown locations
• Waive competitive bidding and authorize contract for S. Union Street Bridge Riprap Scour Protection Project
• Public hearing to adopt the 2026‑2030 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Vote on ballot proposal to amend and extend the Downtown Development Authority TIF‑97 plan

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority Board will consider items on the consent calendar, including approval of June 2026 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board will also act on new business items: a budget amendment for Tax Increment Financing District 97, and agreements for INFORM construction documents, a sidewalk improvement reimbursement, and Greenlight marketing services. Each new item is presented with an “approval recommended” motion.

• TIF‑97 Budget Amendment – approval recommended
• INFORM Construction Documents Agreement – approval recommended
• City of Traverse City Sidewalk Improvement Reimbursement Agreement – approval recommended
• Greenlight Marketing and Advertisement Agreement – approval recommended
• Consent calendar approvals for June 2026 minutes and financial reports

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will consider approving the $15,000 payment for Ellen's Gateway Sculptures contract and discuss next steps for repairing the Mazinaadin exhibit in Clinch Park tunnel. It will also review the June meeting minutes and financial report, update on the 2027 Mural Festival, and consider a project prioritization exercise and public art ordinance review.

• Approve $15,000 (50%) payment to Ellen for Gateway Sculptures contract
• Review Image 360 quote for repairs to Mazinaadin exhibit panels
• Approve June 2026 meeting minutes and financial report
• Discuss project prioritization exercise for upcoming arts projects
• Review public art ordinance for possible updates

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from May 28, 2026, then receive an update on management and staffing, a presentation on the Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund, and updates on old business including the Mountain Bike RFP and the 75th Anniversary Celebration. The committee will also review its final annual report to the City Commission and hear member and user group reports.

• Consideration of approving the minutes of the May 28, 2026 meeting
• Update on Hickory Hills Management and Staffing
• Presentation of Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund
• Mountain Bike RFP Update
• HHAC Annual Report to City Commission

Grand Traverse Commons Joint City of Traverse City/Garfield Township Planning Commission

The Joint Planning Commission is reviewing several items regarding the Grand Traverse Commons. Discussion topics include infrastructure evaluations, a master plan update, an accessible trail project, and Red Drive.

• Commons Infrastructure Additional Evaluation verbal update
• Grand Traverse Commons Master Plan Update verbal update
• Grand Traverse Commons Natural Area Accessible Trail
• Red Drive verbal update

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

This meeting has been cancelled. No public hearings or decisions will occur.

• Meeting cancelled

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will review the 2025/26 Pavement Asset Management Plan to evaluate roadway conditions and funding needs. The session also includes an introduction of Deputy City Manager Valarie Handy and a discussion regarding service levels for sidewalk snow removal.

• Introduction of Deputy City Manager Valarie Handy
• Presentation on the 2025/26 Pavement Asset Management Plan (PAMP)
• Discussion of service levels for sidewalk snow removal
• $14,252,000 deficit identified for major road pavement needs
• $29,989,000 deficit identified for local road pavement needs

Human Rights Commission

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will discuss an updated complaint form for filing discrimination reports, a possible strategic planning session, and a revised commission brochure. Commissioners will also receive a report from the Housing & Homelessness Task Force and review the HRC budget and yearly calendar.

• Discussion of an updated complaint form for discrimination complaints
• Possible HRC strategic planning session
• Revised Human Rights Commission brochure
• Housing & Homelessness Task Force report
• Review of HRC budget and yearly calendar

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The scheduled Planning Commission regular meeting has been cancelled. This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a cancellation notice.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Commission is considering creating an attainable housing facilities district, which would allow for a public hearing and allocation of funds. They will also vote on a ballot proposal to amend and extend the TIF-97 tax increment financing plan, requiring a public vote in November. Additional items include rezoning three properties on E. Front Street, approving liquor license transfers, and authorizing various purchase orders and contracts.

• Attainable housing facilities district approval and public hearing scheduling
• Ballot proposal for TIF-97 amendment and extension for November 2026 election
• Rezoning 1026, 1028, and 1040 E. Front Street from HR Hotel Resort to C-3 Community Center
• Liquor license transfers: Stone Hound Brewing Co., Park Place Hotel, and Pistoleros Mexican Grill
• Five-year management agreement with Studio Academy LLC for Con Foster Building

Local Officers Compensation Commission

The Local Officers Compensation Commission will continue discussing a draft policy to set compensation for appointed city boards and committees. The policy would classify boards into tiers, with stipends for quasi-judicial boards like the Board of Tax Review, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve minutes of April 13, 2026 meeting
• Continued discussion of draft Board & Commission Compensation Policy
• Policy proposes tiered stipends: Tier I (quasi-judicial) boards get meeting stipends, Tier II (advisory) get none
• Training requirement of 4 hours annually for Tier I members to remain eligible for stipends
• Board of Tax Review currently the only compensated board; policy would expand eligibility

Election Commission

The Election Commission will approve the appointment of election inspectors for the August 4, 2026 Primary Election and designate City Clerk staff to handle ballot printing and delivery. The meeting will also include a discussion of the upcoming primary.

• Appointment of Election Inspectors for August 4, 2026 Primary
• Appointment of Election Receiving Board members
• Authorization for emergency inspector appointments
• Designation of City Clerk staff for ballot printing and delivery
• Discussion of the August 4, 2026 Primary Election

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will consider a contract for executive management services, focusing on the notice period and penalty clause for early termination. The board will also approve minutes and an expenditures report via consent calendar.

• Consideration of contract for executive management services (Matt Cowall)
• Approval of minutes from June 3, 2026 meeting
• Report on expenditures: $14,537.62 total (General Operating Fund)
• Discussion of 180-day notice requirement and one-month compensation forfeiture penalty