Traverse City public meetings in 2025

Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will decide on a proposal for a NoBo gateway sculpture from two artist teams, review a Paint It Forward grant application from the Fresh Coast Film Festival, and discuss updates on the Mural Festival 2027, TART Bayfront Artistic Bench, Ace Hardware mural collaboration, and a Dog Selfies proposal. New business includes appointments for new commissioners and proposals for The Village Commons Fountain and Traverse City In Full Bloom.

• Select artist for NoBo gateway sculpture (Ellen Rutt/Aaron Glasson vs. Letha Wilson)
• Fresh Coast Film Festival Paint It Forward grant application
• Mural Festival 2027 update
• TART Bayfront Artistic Bench exhibit discussion
• Ace Hardware mural proposal and Village Commons Fountain proposal

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will approve the minutes from its November 25, 2025 meeting and authorize a retiree benefits payment of $290,956.21 for January 2026. The board will also consider Mariner Consulting’s proposed 2.53% contract fee increase, raising the annual cost from $39,500 to $40,600. Additional items include announcements about the next meeting on January 27, 2026, where GRS will present the annual actuarial valuation, followed by public comment and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the November 25, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve retiree benefits payment of $290,956.21 for January 2026
• Review Mariner Consulting fee increase of 2.53% (annual cost from $39,500 to $40,600)
• Announce next meeting on January 27, 2026 with GRS actuarial valuation presentation
• Public comment and adjournment

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission Study Meeting set for 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the Commission Chambers, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue, has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided. Residents should check the city website for any rescheduled meeting information.

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission has cancelled its scheduled study meeting for Monday, December 22, 2025. The meeting was to be held in the Commission Chambers at the Governmental Center.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Commission Chambers, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will consider amending the General Fund Budget and establishing a Michigan CLASS investment account. The board will also review TIF-97 project priorities and the Moving Downtown Forward TIF Plan.

• Recommendation to establish a Michigan CLASS account for DDA funds
• Proposed amendment to the DDA General Fund Budget
• Bi-Annual TIF Informational Report to the Community
• Discussion of TIF-97 Project Priorities
• Review of Moving Downtown Forward TIF Plan

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for January 29, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for January 29, 2026

Local Officers Compensation Commission

The Local Officers Compensation Commission will consider recommending compensation for the Planning Commission, which currently is unpaid. The commission will also approve the minutes of its June 24, 2025 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM in Traverse City.

• Consideration of a recommendation to set compensation for Planning Commission members, with comparative data from peer cities and townships
• Approval of the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

The Planning Commission’s Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items or decisions will be considered at this meeting. Residents should note the cancellation and await any rescheduled meeting notice.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider appointing Benjamin Marentette as City Manager effective December 16, 2025, and authorizing his employment agreement. They will also vote on a Complete Streets policy, zoning changes to remove density limits in hospital, university, and hotel resort districts, and an agreement to assess long-term options for the community services complex. Several consent items include a new liquor license, permanent pedestrian signs, and purchase orders for a milling machine and fuel.

• Appointment of Benjamin Marentette as City Manager with related employment agreement (5 affirmative votes required)
• Approval of Complete Streets policy
• Ordinance amendments to remove density limits in H-1, H-2, NMC-1, NMC-2, and HR zoning districts
• Agreement for professional services to assess long-term options for community services complex at Governmental Center and Joint Law Enforcement Center
• Public comment reserved for ShoreNorth Development parking deck proposal

Downtown Development Authority Finance Committee

The Downtown Development Authority Finance Committee will consider approving minutes from April 17, 2025, and make recommendations to the full DDA Board. New business includes a proposal to open a Michigan CLASS investment account for higher returns, a $9,000 budget amendment for network decoupling and computer replacements, and review of November 2025 financial reports.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes
• Proposal to establish a Michigan CLASS investment pool and transfer DDA funds from 5/3 Bank
• Budget amendment of $9,000 for independent network setup ($6,566.33 quote) and two computer replacements ($2,433.67)
• November 2025 financial report showing revenues of $74,512.64 and expenditures of $67,067.89 for the period

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or discussed at this meeting. The next regular meeting is set for January 13, 2026.

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -Human Rights Commission

The Ad Hoc Interview Committee will consider making recommendations for three appointments to the Human Rights Commission for terms expiring June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with a possible extension to 2029. The committee will then conduct interviews with five applicants: Chelsea Morris, Elizabeth Wynne Jansen, Leah Moskovitz, Anya Nyson, and Randi Taylor. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Consideration of recommendations for three Human Rights Commission appointments with terms ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028 (possible extension to 2029)
• Interviews scheduled for Chelsea Morris (12:05pm), Elizabeth Wynne Jansen (12:25pm), Leah Moskovitz (12:45pm), Anya Nyson (1:05pm), and Randi Taylor (1:25pm)
• Public comment period included on the agenda

CANCELLED Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission regular meeting scheduled for Monday, Dec 8, 2025 at 5:30 pm in the Governmental Center was cancelled. No agenda items were acted upon or discussed. The commission’s contact information remains listed for residents.

City Commission Study Session

This study session is for discussion only; no formal votes are taken. Commissioners will hear presentations on six topics including the $4 million Monroe Street reconstruction, a proposed Complete Streets policy, and new attainable housing district rules.

• Discussion of Monroe Street reconstruction (estimated $4,000,000) with Cass Street mid-block crossing ($365,000) and Ramsdell Pond storm sewer replacement ($60,000) bundled for bid efficiency
• Presentation on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Membrane Project
• Discussion of the proposed Complete Streets Policy
• Presentation on Attainable and Residential Housing Districts
• Facility Management Overview covering the Bijou and Carnegie buildings

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will interview three candidates to recommend two appointments to the Brown Bridge Advisory Committee. These appointments are for terms expiring October 4, 2027, and October 6, 2028.

• Interviews for Richard Lewis (12:05pm), Christine Deyo (12:25pm), and Carol Kuesel (12:45pm)
• Recommendation for two appointments to the Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

Coast Guard City Committee - CANCELLED

The Coast Guard City Committee meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025, was cancelled. The notice was posted on December 1, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Scheduled for 2nd Floor Conference Room, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will consider adopting a snowmaking evaluation report that outlines recommendations for the next 1–3 years and 4–10 years to improve capacity and efficiency. The panel also will receive updates on the Hickory Hills transition team and discuss next steps for mountain bike trails. Other business includes approving October meeting minutes and setting 2026 meeting dates.

• Consideration of adopting the Snowmaking Evaluation Report with Years 1–3 and Years 4–10 recommendations and next steps
• Update on Hickory Hills Transition Team – season status and updates
• Discussion of Mountain Bike Next Steps & Process
• Approval of minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of 2026 meeting dates

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a proposal from Kayak Bike & Brew for a 2026 guided kayak and bike brewery tour. The current agreement has lapsed, and the group is requesting a High Impact Park Permit.

• Kayak Bike & Brew 2026 proposal for guided tours
• Consideration of minutes from November 6, 2025 meeting
• Request for High Impact Park Permit
• Oakwood Cemetery Data Project Update
• January meeting consideration

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will vote on the consent calendar, which includes approving the 2026 liability and property insurance renewal costing $7,000. It will also consider extending the contract for event facility management services. Additional discussion items include the draft 5‑year recreation plan and whether to schedule a public hearing, the 2026 annual meeting schedule, and updates on municipal water and sewer operations at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park.

• Approve 2026 insurance renewal with Municipal Underwriters of Michigan for $7,000
• Consider extension of the event facility management services contract
• Discuss draft 5‑year recreation plan and potential public hearing
• Discuss schedule for the 2026 annual meeting
• Update on municipal water and sewer operations for Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Planning Commission will vote on whether to recommend a reduction in the minimum lot size requirement for a Planned Unit Development at 1200 Ramsdell Street, the former Traverse Bay United Methodist Church site. The commission will also approve the draft minutes from the November 18, 2025 special meeting. Two discussion items – a joint planning effort with the Charter Township of Garfield around Boardman Lake and a review of the Attainable Housing Facilities Act and Residential Housing Facilities Act – are listed as no‑action items.

• Recommendation to reduce minimum lot size for a PUD at 1200 Ramsdell St
• Approval of November 18, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of joint planning effort with Charter Township of Garfield for Boardman Lake (no action required)
• Discussion of Attainable Housing Facilities Act and Residential Housing Facilities Act (no action required)

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Arts Commission

The City Commission will discuss recommendations for two Arts Commission seats whose terms expire on May 18, 2027. Commissioners will also conduct interviews with five candidates for those seats. The agenda includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Consider recommendations for two Arts Commission appointments (terms expiring May 18, 2027)
• Interview candidates: Natalija Stojanovic (12:05), Jack Lankford (12:25), Jake Boeve (12:45), Johnny Camacho (1:05), Madison Meter (1:25)
• Public comment from community members
• Adjournment of the meeting

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider several significant items, including selecting a new city manager or determining next steps in the hiring process. They will also vote on a contract for medical transport services for the fire department, amendments to hospital and university zoning districts to remove density limits, a water district ownership agreement for the Grand Traverse Commons project, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Firefighters Association. Additionally, they will discuss proposed periodic reviews for the city manager and city attorney, and may enter closed session on oil and gas leases at Brown Bridge.

• Authorizing contract for medical transport services through transition to Traverse City Fire Department
• Ordinance amendments to remove density limits in H-1, H-2, NMC-1, NMC-2, and HR Hotel Resort Districts
• Agreement regarding water district ownership for Grand Traverse Commons Water Pressure District Project
• Collective bargaining agreement with Firefighters Association
• Selecting new City Manager or next steps to fill the position

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

The Traverse City ACT 345 Retiree Health Board will consider approving the minutes from September 30, 2025, and the 2026 meeting calendar. The board will receive a presentation from Mariner Consulting on the VEBA quarterly investment performance and review an invoice for $8,800 for GASB 74/75 services.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2025 regular meeting
• Approval of 2026 ACT 345 meeting calendar
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on VEBA quarterly performance (Sept. 30, 2025)
• Approval of Invoice 497190 for $8,800 for GASB 74/75 services from GRS

ACT 345 Retirement System

The board will vote on approving retiree benefits for December 2025 in the amount of $292,650.36. They will also receive a presentation from Mariner Consulting on the fund's third-quarter investment performance and asset allocation. Additionally, the board will consider approval of two invoices: $511.20 for VMT Law and $8,800 for GRS 2025 GASB 67/68. An announcement notes that the 2025 actuarial valuation will be presented at the January 27, 2026 meeting.

• Approve retiree benefits for December 2025 totaling $292,650.36
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on Q3 2025 investment performance and asset summary
• Approve invoice for VMT Law in the amount of $511.20
• Approve invoice for GRS 2025 GASB 67/68 in the amount of $8,800
• Announcement of actuarial valuation presentation at January 27, 2026 meeting

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This agenda is a cancellation notice for the City Commission Study Meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025. No decisions or discussions are taking place; the meeting is cancelled.

• The City Commission study meeting on November 24, 2025, has been cancelled.

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing a pilot study for two-way downtown circulation and the design development for Rotary Square. The board will also consider a contract for riverwalk signage and the final design for the Farmers Market Pavilion.

• Contract with Corbin Design for Downtown Riverwalk wayfinding and signage
• Rotary Square Design Development Phase
• Farmers Market Pavilion Final Design
• Two-Way Downtown Circulation Pilot Study
• Farmers Market Advisory Committee appointment

Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee will consider allowing bicycles on the former Camp Greilick property, which is set to become part of the Quiet Area. The committee will also hear updates from Michelle Hunt on land acquisition and the MNRTF grant, the Brown Bridge Trust Parks Improvement Fund, the Parks & Rec Master Plan, and the timeline for updating the Brown Bridge Management Plan. Action items from previous meetings remain open, including a hike offer for City Commissioners and research on hunter density guidelines.

• Discussion on allowing biking on the former Camp Greilick parcel
• Update on land acquisition and MNRTF grant from Michelle Hunt
• Approved projects update from Brown Bridge Trust Parks Improvement Fund
• Process and timeline for updating the Brown Bridge Management Plan
• Action item: District staff to coordinate hikes to Camp Greilick and Spring Lake properties

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider a request from Shelly and Wayne Spencer to demolish an existing home and detached garage. The proposal includes constructing a new home and a detached garage with a living unit above in the Central Neighborhood Historic District.

• Request 25-HDC-14: Demolition and new construction at 521 Fifth Street

Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will consider approving October meeting minutes and a financial report. The body will discuss the Fresh Coast Film Festival, a potential mural project with the U.S. Coast Guard, and the status of the Mural Festival.

• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes and financial report
• Discussion with Fresh Coast Film Festival organizer
• Potential mural project with U.S. Coast Guard at Air Station
• Mural Festival close-out report
• Gateway Sculpture Invitation for North Boardman

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

The Joint Planning Commission is meeting to consider proposed amendments to Article 9 of the Grand Traverse Commons Development Regulations. These changes would allow for sheds in the Community Garden and adjust the C-1 Development Envelope.

• Proposed amendment to Section 9.03.F to allow sheds outside the Development Envelope not exceeding 300 square feet
• Proposed adjustments to the C-1 Recreation and Cultivation District Development Envelope
• Discussion of request from the City of Traverse City and Charter Township of Garfield Recreational Authority
• Potential scheduling of a public hearing for January 28, 2026

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a proposed public way on city-owned property at 225 W Grandview Parkway, to be developed through a public-private partnership with JS Capitol. The commission will determine if the project is consistent with the city's master plan. The project would improve non-motorized connectivity and provide an emergency exit for the adjacent Marriott hotel.

• Consideration of a public way at 225 W Grandview Parkway via public-private partnership with JS Capitol
• Proposed 6-foot concrete sidewalk for emergency exit from Marriott hotel at 211 W Grandview Parkway
• City-owned lot (25' x 150') currently used for utility infrastructure between Hotel Indigo and Marriott
• Planning Commission to vote on consistency with the city's Master Plan; final decision by City Commission
• Application fee of $475 for encroachment/easement request

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider a zoning amendment to remove density limits from H-1, H-2, NMC-1, NMC-2, and HR districts, aligning them with other non-residential zones. They will also vote on a 4% PILOT tax exemption for permanent supportive housing at 440 Munson Avenue (East Bay Flats) and authorize purchases of four hybrid police interceptors and a medical transport contract. The agenda includes two closed sessions for collective bargaining negotiations and a performance evaluation of the interim city manager.

• Zoning amendment to eliminate density limits in H-1 Hospital, H-2 Hospital, NMC-1 University, NMC-2 University, and HR Hotel Resort districts (first reading, possible enactment Dec 1)
• Renewed 4% PILOT tax exemption for permanent supportive housing at 440 Munson Avenue (East Bay Flats) for Goodwill Northern Michigan
• Purchase order for four 2025 Hybrid Ford Interceptors for Police Department and declaring a 2011 E250 surplus
• Contract for medical transport services (MMR) to support transition to Traverse City Fire Department
• Amendment to Parkmobile agreement extending mobile parking payments contract for five years at no cost to city

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at the Governmental Center on the second floor.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: 2nd Floor Committee Room, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

CANCELLED Human Rights Commission

This regular meeting of the Human Rights Commission was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda had included items such as approval of previous minutes, discussion of a new complaint form, and the commission's role regarding unhoused residents, but none were addressed.

• Meeting cancelled – no business conducted

City Commission Organizational Meeting

This is an organizational meeting to swear in newly elected commissioners and the mayor, followed by the selection of a Mayor Pro Tem for a two-year term and appointments of commissioners to various city boards and committees, including the Traverse City Light and Power Board, Arts Commission, Brown Bridge Advisory Committee, Hickory Hills Advisory Committee, and others. The agenda also includes establishing ad hoc interview committees to fill board vacancies.

• Selection of Mayor Pro Tem for a two-year term ending November 8, 2027
• Appointment of two commissioners to the Traverse City Light and Power Board
• Appointment of a commissioner to the Arts Commission
• Appointment of a commissioner to the Brown Bridge Advisory Committee
• Consideration of ad hoc interview committees for board vacancies

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will consider approving the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will discuss proposed upgrades to the Guardian vessel and a request for reimbursement for supplies. The committee will also address the election of a Chair and Vice Chair and review a draft schedule for 2026 meetings.

• Approve September 4, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Guardian vessel upgrades
• Request for reimbursement for supplies (Polly Family Day expenses)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review draft 2026 meeting schedule

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider the final design and location for a proposed Peace Monument at Hull Park and review a Parks Master Plan update from Tower Pinkster.

• Consideration of Peace Monument design and location at Hull Park
• Review of Parks Master Plan update from Tower Pinkster
• Consideration of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Commission reports and correspondence
• Public comment period

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will consider approving a snow removal services contract with Popp Excavating for Historic Barns Park at last year's rates. They will also discuss a draft policy for locking the Community Garden gates and hear updates on water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park. The consent calendar includes approval of previous minutes, a grant application by SEEDS and TC Community Garden, and a payment report.

• Snow removal contract for Historic Barns Park with Popp Excavating (rates: $149–$179 per plow visit, $62–$81 per sidewalk visit)
• Consideration of a draft policy for locking gates to the Community Garden
• Grant application by SEEDS and TC Community Garden to the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park
• Event facility management updates

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. Residents should await a future notice for a rescheduled meeting.

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission Study Meeting set for 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 3, 2025 at the Commission Chambers, Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will meet to approve plans for a new carport at 320 Franklin Street in the Boardman Neighborhood Historic District. The agenda also includes the approval of the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approval of August 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of plans for a new carport at 320 Franklin Street
• Boardman Neighborhood Historic District

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will meet to approve retiree benefits, invoices for investment management services, and a proposal for the 2026 meeting calendar. The board will also receive a presentation from Mariner Consulting regarding contract renewal.

• Approval of Retiree Benefits for November 2025 ($292,547.45)
• Proposal for 2026 ACT 345 Meeting Calendar
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on automatic renewal and 3% increase
• Approval of Invoice 53624, Mariner Institutional, LLC Q3 2025 - $9,875.00
• Approval of Invoice 20250930-288-A, T. Rowe Price, Q3 2025 - $10,030.90

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission has cancelled its scheduled study meeting for Monday, October 27, 2025. The meeting was to be held in the Commission Chambers at the Governmental Center.

• Meeting cancelled
• Scheduled for Oct 27, 2025
• Location: Commission Chambers, Governmental Center

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will discuss a snowmaking evaluation that proposes immediate investments, including a used VFD from Mt. Holiday for $9,680, a Snomax water treatment system for $20,590, and new snow guns for $46,700. The committee will also review a grant application from Grand Traverse Ski Club for Grand Traverse County Marihuana Funds. Additional items include an update on a natural resource features inventory collaboration with the Joint Rec Authority and a transition team report on the Hickory Hills Manager position.

• Snowmaking evaluation with proposals for VFD purchase ($9,680 used/$19,680 new), Snomax treatment system ($20,590), and snow guns ($46,700)
• Grand Traverse Ski Club Grant Application for Grand Traverse County Marihuana Funds
• Update on Natural Resource Features Inventory Collaboration with Joint Rec Authority
• Hickory Hills Manager Position/Transition Team Report
• Consideration of approving minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting

RESCHEDULED: Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will discuss old business including a Mural Festival debrief, approval of a Gateway Sculpture invitation draft, a stump carving proposal, a TART Bayfront artistic bench exhibit, and West Front Street traffic improvement artistic options. New business includes damage to the Four Portals exhibit, Union Street murals, an Ace Hardware facade proposal, and a commission vacancy. The consent calendar covers approval of August meeting minutes and August/September financial reports.

• Consider approving a draft invitation for a Gateway Sculpture project
• Mural Festival debrief including expenses and MACC grant update
• Stump carving proposal on cottonwood trunk at Boardman/Ottaway River mouth
• West Front Street artistic enhancement with HRC crashworthiness standards (max 3.5 ft height, landscaping recommended)
• Four Portals exhibit damage update and Union Street murals discussion

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

The Traverse City Planning Commission study session scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed

Farmers Market Advisory Board

The board will receive an update on the proposed Farmers Market Pavilion, including a presentation on the design and budget. They will also review the 2025 season overview and market rules, and consider applications to fill advisory board vacancies.

• Farmers Market Pavilion presentation with projected total project cost of $2,580,600
• 2025 Season Overview including discussion of Market Rules
• Advisory Board application process to fill board vacancies
• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider a consent calendar of routine approvals, several procurement orders, and a new $1 million inter‑fund loan for a Smart Grid project. Items include making Traffic Control Order 746 permanent for 300 S Cedar Street, issuing a liquor license to Umbo Traverse City LLC at 430 E. Front Street, and purchasing a hybrid electric Freightliner bucket truck. The commission will also hold a public hearing on Special Improvement District 2025‑02 for paving the alley east of Santo between Baldwin and Boon streets. New business includes a presentation on a strategy to electrify the citywide fleet.

• Approve minutes of the October 6, 2025 City Commission meeting (consent calendar).
• Make permanent Traffic Control Order 746 for treelawn parking on 300 S Cedar Street.
• Authorize a new Redevelopment District liquor license for Umbo Traverse City LLC, 430 E. Front Street.
• Approve purchase order for a 2027 hybrid electric Freightliner M2 Aerial Bucket Truck (JEMS).
• Authorize a $1,000,000 ten‑year inter‑fund loan for Traverse City Light & Power's Smart Grid project.

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The DDA Board will consider approving the final design for Rotary Square, discuss TIF-97 project priorities, and vote on contracts for a new website and the Lower Boardman/Ottawa River project. Consent calendar items include September financial reports and prior meeting minutes.

• Rotary Square Final Design approval recommended
• TIF-97 Project Priorities discussion
• DDA Website Contract approval recommended
• Lower Boardman/Ottawa River Contract approval recommended
• September 2025 financial reports for DDA General, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97

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

The Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to Article 9 of the Development Regulations to allow sheds in agricultural areas and adjust the C-1 Development Envelope at Historic Barns Park. They will also continue reviewing the final sections of the Master Plan and receive a verbal update on the Commons Infrastructure Study. No action is requested on the amendment at this meeting; only discussion and staff direction.

• Amendment to Article 9 to allow sheds in community garden areas and modify the C-1 Development Envelope boundary using TART trail and Red Drive as new edges
• Review of final sections of the Grand Traverse Commons Master Plan, required every five years under PA 33 of 2008
• Verbal update on the Commons Infrastructure Study
• Approval of July 16, 2025 meeting minutes

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other agenda items.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review updates to its complaint form, recap the recent Know Your Rights Fair, and discuss training from Equality Michigan. They will also consider the annual HRC budget and a yearly calendar, and discuss tabling at events.

• Discussion of complaint form revisions (Commissioner Roman, draft attached)
• Recap of Know Your Rights Fair: 8 organizations, 41 attendees
• Review of Equality Michigan Intersectionality Training (previously authorized $250 donation)
• Review of HRC Budget (annual budget proposal)
• Discussion of city email accounts for commissioners

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This is a cancellation notice. The City Commission Study Meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025 has been cancelled. No substantive items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will review a draft Complete Streets Policy. The draft proposes applying street design principles to all transportation projects and allocating 1% of the annual budget to Complete Streets projects.

• Discussion of draft Complete Streets Policy
• Proposed 1% annual budget commitment for Complete Streets projects
• Policy to apply to all transportation projects including construction and maintenance
• Establishment of a Complete Streets Advisory Committee
• Review of policy for October 13 Study Session and October 20 Regular Meeting

Election Commission

The Election Commission will consider appointing election inspectors and a receiving board for the November 4, 2025 Nonpartisan Election, authorizing emergency appointments, and designating the city clerk's staff for election tasks. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the upcoming election.

• Approve minutes of Oct 10, 2024 Election Commission meeting
• Appoint Election Inspectors for Nov 4, 2025 Nonpartisan Election and Early Voting
• Appoint Rebecca Adler, Kristen Messner, Colleen Paveglio, and Taylor Braund as Election Receiving Board
• Authorize Interim City Clerk Sarah Lutz to make emergency appointments of Election Inspectors if necessary
• Designate City Clerk and staff for ballot preparation, accuracy testing, and other election-related tasks

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning text amendment to remove residential density limits in the H-1, H-2, NMC-1, NMC-2, and HR districts, an application submitted by Jozwiak Consulting. The meeting also includes discussion of regulations relating to conditional rezoning and a progress update on the commission’s goals and objectives. Additional reports will be given by the City Commission, Planning Department, Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning, Board of Zoning Appeals, Riparian Buffer Committee, and Grand Traverse County. The agenda concludes with a notice of intent to plan for the Garfield Township Master Plan.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on zoning text amendment to remove density limits in H-1, H-2, NMC-1, NMC-2, and HR districts (Jozwiak Consulting)
• Consideration of regulations relating to conditional rezoning
• Goals and Objectives progress update
• Updates from City Commission, Planning Department, Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning, Board of Zoning Appeals, Riparian Buffer Committee, and Grand Traverse County
• Garfield Township Master Plan update – Notice of Intent to Plan

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will vote on several consent‑calendar items, including approval of recent meeting minutes and making Traffic Control Order 725 permanent on Depot View Drive. New business includes a purchase order for replacing the Traverse Area Community Sailing Boathouse roof and proposals to add an ethics ordinance and recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day. The commission will also consider a new Class C liquor license for Heart N Seoul, LLC and a $3,500 amendment to the legal services agreement.

• Approve minutes of the September 15 and September 22, 2025 City Commission meetings
• Make permanent Traffic Control Order 725, restricting two‑hour limits on Depot View Drive
• Authorize a new Redevelopment District Class C liquor license for Heart N Seoul, LLC
• Approve purchase order for replacement of the Traverse Area Community Sailing Boathouse roof
• Introduce amendment to the Code of Ordinances to establish an ethics ordinance

Coast Guard City Committee - CANCELLED

The Coast Guard City Committee meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025, has been cancelled.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to elect officers and discuss the progress of the five-year Parks and Recreation Plan. The agenda includes a consent calendar of routine items and updates on park projects.

• Election of Commission officers
• Tower Pinkster Master Plan progress update
• Brown Bridge Trust Fund update
• Superintendent's report on park projects
• Public comment period

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will meet to discuss water pressure issues at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park, consider environmental remediation work at Historic Barns Park, and review a request for changes to development regulations at the same park.

• Consideration of environmental remediation work at Historic Barns Park
• Discussion of development regulation changes for Historic Barns Park
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park
• Discussion of forest health planning across Hickory parklands
• Approval of September 10, 2025, special meeting minutes

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

The ACT 345 Retiree Health Board will hear a quarterly investment performance presentation from Mariner Consulting on the VEBA fund (market value $5,569,602 as of June 30, 2025) and consider approving the minutes from the May 27, 2025 regular meeting.

• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2025 regular meeting
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on VEBA quarterly investment performance (period ending June 30, 2025)
• Fund allocation: 57.4% domestic equity, 15.6% international equity, 27% fixed income, 0.2% cash

ACT 345 Retirement System

The Traverse City ACT 345 Retirement System Board will approve retiree benefit warrants for September and October 2025 totaling $584,350.28, review the actuarial funding policy with legal and actuarial consultants, and receive a quarterly investment performance presentation from Mariner Consulting. The board will also approve invoices for investment management and legal services totaling $20,861.83.

• Approval of retiree benefits for September ($292,101.26) and October 2025 ($292,249.02)
• Review of actuarial funding policy with VMT Law and Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on quarterly investment performance as of June 30, 2025
• Approval of invoices: T. Rowe Price ($9,007.90), WCM ($9,576.93), VMT Law ($2,277.00)

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The September 29, 2025 City Commission Study Meeting has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will discuss forestry management, mountain bike updates, snowmaking evaluation (including a $15,680 variable frequency drive quote), and recruitment for the Hickory Hills Manager position. They will also consider approving the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting.

• Snowmaking evaluation: $15,680 for a variable frequency drive for Well #1 from Torrent Engineering
• Mountain bike update: memorandum of understanding signed (from August meeting)
• Recruitment update: three candidates chosen for Hickory Hills Manager interviews
• Forestry management and natural resource features inventory collaboration with Recreation Authority
• Discussion on transition needs and pre-season preparation for upcoming season

**CANCELLED** Historic Districts Commission

This regular meeting of the Traverse City Historic Districts Commission was cancelled. No business will be conducted, including the scheduled public hearing on a demolition and new construction proposal at 521 Fifth Street.

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Policy on Ethics

The Traverse City City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will consider approving the minutes from its September 15, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a draft charter amendment and a draft ethics ordinance. The agenda also includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the September 15, 2025 meeting
• Discuss draft charter amendment and ethics ordinance
• Public comment from residents
• Adjourn the meeting

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will vote on waiving the written‑request requirement and authorizing a one‑year extension of the purchase agreement for the city‑owned property at 159 East State Street (Lot O). The extension would move the funding deadline to May 23, 2026, allowing Homestretch additional time to secure financing. Five affirmative votes are required for the motion to pass.

• Waive written‑request deadline and grant a one‑year extension of the purchase agreement for Lot O at 159 East State Street, extending the funding deadline to May 23, 2026

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority board will elect its officers and committees. The board will approve the August 15, 2025 meeting minutes and the August 2025 financial reports for the DDA General, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97. Additional consent items include declaring office furniture surplus, amending the Rotary Square Use Policy, and discussing the Lot O mixed-use development presentation.

• Approve minutes from the August 15, 2025 DDA regular board meeting
• Approve August 2025 financial reports for DDA General, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97
• Declare office furniture surplus for disposal with the City of Traverse City
• Add clause on long‑term use of Rotary Square to the Rotary Square Use Policy
• Consider Lot O mixed‑use development presentation from HomeStretch

Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee will receive an update on the Camp Greilick property and continue conversations on management plan revision, multi-use trails, and parkland-wide hunting rules. The committee will also review open action items and discuss miscellaneous items including trail improvements, invasive species control, and proposed dog leash signage. No final decisions are expected; these are discussions.

• Continued discussion on management plan revision and adoption process for Brown Bridge Trust lands
• Update on Camp Greilick property, including potential impacts from county site plan
• Review of open action items, including guided hike offer to City Commission and hunter density guidelines
• Discussion of multi-use trails on former Camp Greilick property
• Proposed dog leash signage for parklands

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

The Traverse City Planning Commission Study Session scheduled for September 16, 2025, has been canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Policy on Ethics

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will discuss a draft charter amendment and ethics ordinance. The meeting agenda includes approving the minutes from the June 17, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of June 17, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of draft charter amendment and ethics ordinance
• Consideration of adding definition for 'Domestic Partner'

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider several consent‑calendar items, including approving recent meeting minutes and authorizing updates to a liquor‑license owner and contract extensions. It will also schedule a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report. Additional items include a public hearing on a proposed special improvement district for paving an alley between Baldwin St and Boon St.

• Approve minutes of the September 2 and September 8, 2025 City Commission meetings.
• Authorize addition of owner Joseph R. Williams for JRW Enterprises, Inc. liquor‑license at 1104 Barlow Street.
• Extend the Con Foster collection inventory and condition assessment services agreement by two years.
• Approve purchase order for the BS&A cloud‑based ERP platform services.
• Public hearing on the CDBG draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will consider approving bow hunting for deer at Hickory Forest Natural Area for the 2025 season. The board also will consider professional consulting services for event facility management at Historic Barns Park and receive updates on municipal water pressure issues at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park. Several consent calendar items include approving minutes and updating bylaws for the Citizen Advisory Committee for Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest.

• Consideration of bow hunting for deer at Hickory Forest Natural Area for 2025 season
• Consideration of professional consulting services for event facility management at Historic Barns Park
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park
• Approval of updates to bylaws of the Citizen Advisory Committee for Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest
• Report regarding payment of expenditures, including $4,791.67 for Eventures Up North venue management

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The regular Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Governmental Center has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered or discussed at this time.

Human Rights Commission

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission authorized a $250 donation to Equality Michigan and will schedule a special meeting on either October 14 or October 16, 2025, for the intersectionality training. The commission also approved a budget of up to $150 for refreshments and flyers for the Know Your Rights Fair. Members discussed modernizing the commission’s complaint form and next steps for translation and staff review. The meeting included approval of the August 11, 2025 minutes and public comment.

• Authorize $250 donation to Equality Michigan for Intersectionality Training and set a special meeting for Oct 14 or Oct 16, 2025
• Approve budget not to exceed $150 for Know Your Rights Fair refreshments and flyers
• Discuss modernization of the commission complaint form, including translation and review by City Staff
• Approve the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment and other routine business

City Commission Study Session

The Traverse City City Commission will hold a study session to discuss the development of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) that will support the city’s first Strategic Action Plan. Commissioners, staff, and the public will review a report on the plan, an initial survey analysis, and priority areas for realignment. The session is intended to gather input before drafting OKRs for future budgeting and performance evaluation.

• Discussion on development of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) – includes report on Strategic Action Plan, survey analysis, priority areas, and desired key results
• Public comment period for any person or group
• Adjournment of the study session

Joint Study Session

The City Commission and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to hear presentations on fair housing requirements and state-enabled housing tools. Representatives from the Fair Housing Center of West Michigan, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Office of Rural Prosperity, Housing North, and the city attorney will present on programs like Neighborhood Enterprise Zones and the Attainable Housing Facilities Act. The objective is to develop a direction for which incentives and programs to support.

• Fair housing training presentation by Liz Keegan of Fair Housing Center of West Michigan
• MSHDA programs and statewide housing plan presentation by Tony Lentych
• Office of Rural Prosperity programs presentation by Sarah Lucas
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone overview by Susan Leithauser-Yee of Housing North
• Discussion of Attainable Housing Facilities Act and Residential Housing Facilities Act by City Attorney Lauren Trible-Laucht

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will consider approving the minutes from its regular meeting held on August 7, 2025. The agenda also includes a discussion of a letter of support and updates on recent and upcoming events such as the Regatta, Family Day, and the Coast Guard Cup Game. Public comment is scheduled before adjournment.

• Approve August 7, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of a letter of support
• Updates on past Regatta and Family Day events
• Upcoming Coast Guard Cup Game on September 5 at Thirlby Field
• Upcoming Family Day on August 28 at the Air Station

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider staff requests for input on developing criteria for future operations of the Bijou (181 E Grandview Parkway) and Carnegie (322 6th Street) buildings. The commission will also review a low‑impact permitting analysis and elect new officers. These items are on the new business agenda for the September 4 meeting.

• Input on criteria for future use of Bijou and Carnegie Buildings
• Low Impact Permitting Analysis presentation
• Election of officers for the commission
• Consideration of minutes from the August 7 meeting (consent calendar)
• Commissioner and Superintendent reports

CANCELLATION Recreational Authority

The regular meeting of the Recreational Authority Board of Directors scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

• Cancellation notice issued for September 3, 2025 meeting
• Meeting location: The Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park
• Contact: Executive Director Matt Cowall at (231) 715-1380

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc

The Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc Committee will discuss results from an August 2025 prioritization survey. The committee aims to use this data to develop a draft list of park improvements.

• Discussion of August 2025 survey results (464 responses)
• Development of a draft list of park improvements
• Review of neighborhood needs, with Traverse Heights, Fernwood, and the Airport Area identified as most underserved
• Consideration of minutes from the July 31, 2025 meeting

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning text amendment to remove residential density limits in Hospital Districts. The body will also discuss commercial facade materials, design standards, and public office hours.

• Zoning text amendment application from Jozwiak Consulting regarding Hospital District residential density
• Discussion on commercial facade materials and design standards
• Consideration of regulations relating to conditional rezoning
• Discussion on public office hours

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss an amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding alcohol consumption in public. The body is also deciding on several traffic control orders, liquor licenses, and committee appointments.

• Proposed amendment to the Traverse City Code of Ordinances addressing alcohol consumption in public
• Request from OV the Farm, LLC (Bonobo Winery) for a new Off-Premises Tasting Room License at 115 Franklin Street
• Traffic Control Order 724 for reserved ADA parking at the southwest corner of Depot View Drive
• Traffic Control Order 727 for parallel parking on the east side of the 100 block of South Cedar Street
• Letter of support for HomeStretch Nonprofit Housing Corporation regarding the Lot O Project

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The committee will review a natural resource inventory proposal and receive updates on mountain biking and snowmaking. The body will also discuss the open Hickory Hills Manager position and the 5-year Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Natural resource inventory proposal for Hickory Hills, Meadows, and Forest totaling $10,061
• Forestry management and natural resource features inventory discussion
• Snowmaking evaluation report
• Mountain bike update and next steps
• Open Hickory Hills Manager position

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider two requests for exterior work in the Central Neighborhood Historic District. Doug Mansfield seeks approval for a 2-story rear addition and new front porch at 601 Fifth Street, previously tabled in July. Laura Brown requests approval to replace concrete steps and roof with a new front porch at 624 Fifth Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 31 meeting.

• Request 25-HDC-12: Exterior renovation, 2-story rear addition, and new front porch at 601 Fifth Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 25-HDC-13: Removal of concrete steps and roof, construction of new front porch at 624 Fifth Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Approval of July 31, 2025 regular meeting minutes

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This meeting was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled.

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will review financial reports and discuss the status of the TC Mural Festival. The body is also considering the placement of an artistic bench exhibit in Sunset Park and a sculpture invitation.

• TC Mural Festival costs approved by City Commission not to exceed $75,000 plus a $12,000 MACC grant
• Review of two potential concrete pad configurations for the TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit in Sunset Park
• Consideration of the Gateway Sculpture Invitation draft
• Approval of June and July 2025 financial reports
• Discussion of a new appointment

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

The Planning Commission Study Session scheduled for August 19, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other agenda items.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider a draft implementation policy for charter provisions on tax increment financing approved by voters in November 2024. Other business includes authorizing opioid settlement documents, introducing an ordinance on public consumption, approving CDBG fund allocations, and authorizing a purchase order for asphalt on Fourteenth Street. The consent calendar includes purchase orders for sidewalk maintenance, lift station parts, and disposal services, as well as a surplus vehicle declaration and an AARP age-friendly community application.

• Authorizing documents for settlement agreements in opioids litigation (consent calendar)
• Discussion and possible approval of implementation policy for voter-approved TIF charter provisions (old business)
• Introducing ordinance to address consumption in public (old business)
• Approving recommended allocations for FY 2025/2026 Community Development Block Grant funds (new business)
• Authorizing purchase order for asphalt for in-house mill and pave project on Fourteenth Street (new business)

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss adopting a use policy for Rotary Square and review TIF-97 project priorities. The board also considers an appointment to the Arts Commission and approval of July financial reports for the DDA general fund, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97.

• Consideration of Rotary Square Use Policy
• TIF-97 Project Priorities Report including Rotary Square and Boardman Ottaway Riverwalk timelines
• Arts Commission appointment
• Approval of July 2025 financial reports for DDA General, Old Town TIF, and TIF-97
• Introduction and welcome of Caitlin Early

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this meeting.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss a draft complaint form and CE-credit LGBTQIA+ trainings. The body will also review its yearly planning calendar and budget.

• Discussion of draft complaint forms
• Review of Equality Michigan LGBTQIA+ training packets
• Planning for a Know Your Rights event
• Review of HRC Budget
• Review of HRC Yearly Planning calendar

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee will interview Dan Tholen for a committee position. The body will then consider making a recommendation for one appointment to a term expiring October 6, 2025.

• Interview of applicant Dan Tholen at 12:05pm
• Recommendation for one appointment to the Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission meeting that was to be held on Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Coast Guard City Committee

The committee is meeting to consider the approval of June meeting minutes and discuss the Coast Guard City renewal package. Members will also review upcoming events including Friday Night Live, a proposed Family Day, and a regatta.

• Consideration of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Coast Guard City Renewal Package
• Planning for August 8th Friday Night Live
• Discussion of proposed Family Day
• Discussion of Regatta

Riparian Buffer Committee

The Riparian Buffer Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed zoning ordinance that would establish two riparian zones with different restrictions. The draft includes rules on vegetation, impervious surfaces, and exceptions for structures like decks and docks.

• Discussion of Draft Buffer Ordinance
• Proposed restrictions on impervious surfaces and vegetation
• Consideration of exceptions for decks, docks, and walkways
• Staff review of boathouse regulations and definitions
• Proposed changes to waterside setbacks and yard definitions

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the future of private business operations in city parks and a proposed revision to the permit fee structure for high-impact events. The body will also receive updates on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the Brown Bridge Trust Fund.

• Discussion on commercial contracts for Kayak, Bike & Brew (Hull Park), Kayak Kafe (Clinch Park), and Paddle TC (Clinch Park)
• Proposed fee structure changes to differentiate between open and closed ticketed events
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan update and public survey
• Brown Bridge Trust Fund project prioritization survey running August 11–29
• Review of minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting

Recreational Authority

The Board of Directors will consider a draft public survey for the renewal of the 5-Year Recreation Plan. The meeting also includes updates on municipal water pressure issues at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park.

• Consideration of a draft public survey for the 5-Year Recreation Plan
• Update on water pressure project at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park with a completion deadline of November 14
• Expenditure report including $82,710.00 for Eckler Building Solutions, LLC (Barn 206 and Connector)
• Expenditure report including $8,750.00 for Grand Traverse Conservation District resource management services
• Expenditure report including $7,500.00 for Matt Cowall Consulting LLC executive management

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Hickory Hills Advisory Committee includes a single discussion topic: the Hickory Hills Manager position. The committee will consider the role and may take action or direct staff. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Discussion of the Hickory Hills Manager position

Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee will hold its regular meeting. It will review a follow‑up discussion regarding the Fall Event and consider other details under old business. Standard items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Follow‑up discussion regarding Fall Event (old business)
• Other details up for discussion (old business)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment to extend conditional rezoning approval durations, and consider a site plan review for a 137-room hotel with 67 parking spaces at 124 W Front St. They will also receive a presentation on the Natural Features Inventory and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to extend conditional rezoning approval duration under Section 1320.05(j)
• Site plan review 25-SPR-01 for a 137-room hotel with underground parking by Great Lakes Capital at 124 W Front St
• Natural Features Inventory presentation
• Approval of minutes from May 6 regular, April 15 study session, and May 20 and June 17 special meetings

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will meet to approve a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts for street safety and sewer projects, and hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development at 1032 Woodmere Avenue.

• Public hearing for Planned Unit Development at 1032 Woodmere Avenue
• Construction contract for West Front Street safety improvements
• Amendment to West Side Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Agreement with Garfield Township for water pressure at Grand Traverse Commons
• Authorization for Interim Deputy City Clerk appointment

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc

The Traverse City City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will consider approving the minutes from its June 18, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss a list of park improvement projects that respondents prioritized in the recent community survey. The meeting also includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the June 18, 2025 Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc meeting
• Discuss prioritization of park improvements based on July 2025 community survey results
• Public comment from residents and interest groups
• Adjournment of the meeting

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider plans for exterior renovation, a two-story rear addition, and a new front porch at 601 Fifth Street. The applicant is Doug Mansfield. The meeting is scheduled for July 31, 2025.

• Approval of June 26, 2025 draft regular meeting minutes
• Review of plans for 601 Fifth Street renovation, addition, and porch
• Review of plans for 601 Fifth Street renovation, addition, and porch

ACT 345 Retirement System

The Traverse City ACT 345 Retirement System Board will consider approving retiree benefits for August 2025 totaling $291,645.49 and accept a market update presentation from its consultant, Mariner Consulting. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting and handle routine announcements and public comment.

• Approval of August 2025 retiree benefit payments of $291,645.49
• Presentation from Mariner Consulting on fund performance and asset allocation
• Approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission study meeting scheduled for July 28, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will review a snowmaking evaluation report and discuss the proposed 2025-2026 rate structure for the Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund. The meeting also includes a review of a draft Memorandum of Understanding with the Northern Michigan Mountain Bike Association.

• Review of snowmaking evaluation report
• Discussion of proposed 2025-2026 rate structure
• Review of draft MOU with Northern Michigan Mountain Bike Association
• Consideration of approving minutes from May 28, 2025
• Discussion of forestry management and natural resource features

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss the appointment of an Interim City Manager and an Interim City Clerk. The body is also considering a rezoning request for South Union Street and a funding request from Jubilee House.

• Appointment of Benjamin Marentette as Interim City Manager effective July 22, 2025
• Rezoning of 300 and 400 blocks of South Union Street from C-2 (Neighborhood Center) to C-4a (Regional Center)
• Amendment to the 2025 Cape Seal Project contract to include additional street segments
• Blanket purchase order for water meters
• Acceptance of grants for culvert removal and replacement at 11th Street on Kids Creek

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss project priorities for TIF-97 and the Moving Downtown Forward TIF Plan. The board is also considering approvals for a new DDA handbook, an executive director evaluation proposal, and a contract for holiday lights.

• Holiday lights proposal and preliminary contract with Strain
• Approval of the DDA Employee Handbook
• Executive Director Performance Evaluation Proposal
• TIF-97 Project Priorities Report including Rotary Square and Boardman Ottaway Riverwalk updates
• Moving Downtown Forward TIF Plan and Strategic Action Plan

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

The Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning Commission will discuss the first four sections of the Commons Master Plan as part of a required five-year review. The discussion is preparatory; no decision on an update will be made at this meeting. The commission will also consider approval of the April 15, 2025 draft minutes. Public comment will be heard.

• Discussion on Master Plan Review – first four sections (Introduction, Historic Profile, Campus Profile, Vision, Objectives and Strategies)
• Approval of draft minutes from April 15, 2025 Joint Planning Commission meeting
• Public comment opportunity
• Potential future update may require budget beyond current fiscal year

Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will consider old business, including the TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit at Sunset Park, with the Parks and Recreation Superintendent attending to discuss installation. The commission will also review the TC Mural Festival contracts and marketing, an online donation link, and a Gateway Sculpture Invitation. New business includes a Parks and Recreation Project Proposal and an Artist Proposal. The consent calendar includes approval of June meeting minutes and the June financial report.

• TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit – discussion with Parks and Rec Superintendent on installation at Sunset Park
• TC Mural Festival – contract updates and marketing plan implementation
• Online Donation Link – account set up with City Treasurer, launch pending
• Gateway Sculpture Invitation – guidance requested on artist selection process
• New Business: Parks and Recreation Project Proposal and Artist Proposal

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session

The Traverse City Planning Commission study session scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss candidates for the youth member position and review drafts of a complaint form. The body will also address LGBTQIA+ trainings and review its yearly calendar and budget.

• Presentation by David Klee regarding Munson's Award with the Unholy Community
• Discussion of student candidates for the youth member position
• Review of complaint form drafts
• Planning for CE-Credit LGBTQIA+ Trainings
• Review of HRC Budget and Yearly Calendar

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to consider the approval of a separation agreement with City Manager Elizabeth Vogel. The proposed agreement includes a severance payout and mutual liability waivers.

• Separation agreement with City Manager Elizabeth Vogel including a $112,071 severance payout

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will consider renewing its 5-year recreation plan and receive updates on municipal water pressure problems at the Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park. The meeting will also include a consent calendar of routine items.

• Renewal of the 5-Year Recreation Plan
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at the Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park
• Approval of June 4, 2025, meeting minutes
• Report regarding payment of expenditures
• Public comment

Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee will meet on July 9, 2025. The agenda includes public comment and old‑business items: a follow‑up discussion about the Fall Event and other details slated for discussion. No formal decisions are listed.

• Follow‑up discussion regarding the Fall Event (old business)
• Discussion of other details (old business)
• Public comment period

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

The Complete Streets Ad Hoc Committee will meet to continue reviewing a working draft of the Complete Streets Policy. The committee will also discuss options for an advisory board or committee.

• Review of working draft of Complete Streets Policy
• Discussion regarding options for advisory board or committee
• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at the 2nd Floor Commission Chambers in the Governmental Center.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: 2nd Floor Commission Chambers, Governmental Center
• Address: 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, Michigan 49684

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -Downtown Development Authority 08 Jul 2025

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is interviewing candidates Shelley Spencer and Caitlin Early to fill three vacancies on the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors. The committee will consider making recommendations for two terms expiring September 15, 2028 and one term expiring September 15, 2027.

• Interview with Shelley Spencer at 12:05 PM
• Interview with Caitlin Early at 12:25 PM
• Consideration of recommendations for three DDA board appointments
• Two terms expiring September 15, 2028 and one term expiring September 15, 2027

Downtown Development Authority Governance Committee

The Governance Committee is discussing a revised DDA Employee Handbook and a proposal for the Executive Director's performance evaluation. If recommended by the committee, both items will be presented to the full DDA Board on July 18.

• Review of draft DDA Employee Handbook
• DDA 2025 Executive Performance Evaluation Proposal by Kate Green
• Approval of December 9, 2024 meeting minutes

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Local Officers Compensation Commission

The Ad Hoc Committee will discuss conducting interviews and making recommendations for two upcoming appointments to the Local Officers Compensation Commission, whose terms expire in April 2027 and April 2028. The commission members are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Commission. Public comment will follow before the meeting adjourns.

• Consideration of interviews to recommend two Local Officers Compensation Commission appointments
• Recommendation of two appointments to the Local Officers Compensation Commission (terms expiring 4/26/2027 and 4/26/2028)
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider introducing a rezoning of the 300 and 400 blocks of South Union Street from C-2 to C-4a, with possible enactment on July 21. Other agenda items include a presentation on a Planned Unit Development at 1032 Woodmere Avenue, authorization of riverfront property improvements funded by J. Peterson Homes, and numerous consent items involving liquor license transfers, utility write-offs, and equipment purchases. The commission will also review a compensation report for city officers.

• Rezoning of 300 and 400 blocks of South Union Street from C-2 (Neighborhood Center) to C-4a (Regional Center) – introduction and possible enactment July 21
• Planned Unit Development presentation for 1032 Woodmere Avenue: mixed-use project with four buildings, underground parking, and connection to Boardman Lake Loop Trail; public hearing set for August 4
• Authorization of agreement for J. Peterson Homes to fund riverfront property improvements at 429 East Front Street, with full cost covered by developer
• Approval of transfer of Mammoth Distilling liquor license to 322 Front Street and new tasting room license for CAB Cellars at 461 Munson Avenue
• Write-off of $17,252.15 in uncollectable water and sewer utility balances

City Commission Special Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will hold a special meeting on July 2, 2025. The main agenda item is a vote on whether to enter closed session to discuss a confidential attorney-client communication regarding an agreement, as authorized by state law. The meeting also includes public comment, roll call, and the pledge of allegiance. The city attorney recommends the closed session.

• Consideration of entering into closed session under MCL 15.268(h) to discuss an attorney-client communication about an agreement (Lauren Trible-Laucht memo)

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other agenda items.

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This meeting has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items.

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will review four permit requests, including a 5-story mixed-use building in the Downtown Neighborhood Historic District, a garage roof raise and addition, a window installation, and changes to previously approved plans. The meeting also includes approval of the May 29, 2025 minutes.

• Request 25-HDC-11: Approval of plans for a 5-story mixed-use building at 159 East State Street (Downtown Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 25-HDC-10: Approval to raise garage roof and add 2-story addition at 416 Sixth Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 25-HDC-09: Approval of plans for a window installation on west side of home at 502 Sixth Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 24-HDC-06: Approval of changes to previously approved plans at 615 Webster Street (Boardman Neighborhood Historic District)

Local Officers Compensation Commission

The Local Officers Compensation Commission will vote on setting compensation for the City Commission for calendar years 2025 and 2026, using peer-community data. It will also consider a recommendation to keep the Board of Tax Review per diem at $312.87 for 2025 and increase it in 2026 based on the Detroit CPI. The commission will first approve the minutes from its April 29, 2025 meeting.

• Approve minutes of April 29, 2025 meeting
• Determine City Commission compensation for 2025-2026 (current: mayor $12,180; mayor pro tem $10,056; commissioners $7,932)
• Recommend Board of Tax Review per diem at $312.87 for 2025 with CPI-based increase for 2026

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will vote to approve the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting and to authorize retiree benefit payments for July 2025 in the amount of $290,785.95. A presentation by Mariner Consulting will be given. The agenda also includes other business, announcements, public comment, and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the May 27, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve retiree benefits for July 2025 – $290,785.95
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting (June 2025 summary)
• Other business
• Public comment

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The scheduled City Commission Study Meeting for June 23, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss the 2025-2026 budget and establish project priorities. The board will also review a streetscaping and snowmelt reimbursement policy.

• Approval of 2025-2026 DDA Budget
• Review of Streetscaping/Snowmelt Reimbursement Policy
• Determination of TIF 97 Project Priorities
• Review of Rotary Square and Boardman Ottaway Riverwalk timelines
• Discussion of Farmers Market Pavilion letter of support

Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting with a potluck, review of open action items including hunting permits and trail planning, and a discussion of the county plan for Camp Greilick and East Bay Township Planning Commission meeting. Most agenda items are procedural updates; no new ordinances or financial decisions are on the table.

• Review of open action items: guided hike of new parcels, hunter density guidelines, dog leash sign proposal
• Discussion of county plan for Camp Greilick and East Bay Twp Planning Commission meeting
• Updates on fencing projects, restoration ecology with Au Sable Institute, and Trout Unlimited workbee
• Proposed dog leash sign for Brown Bridge Quiet Area
• Wellness hike scheduled for Thursday, August 14, 5:00-6:30 pm

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will hold an organizational meeting to elect officers and review a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Gateway Sculpture. The body will also receive updates on the Mural Festival and the TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit.

• Election of officers and review of commission bylaws
• Review of Gateway Sculpture RFQ draft
• TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit options priced at $2,500 and $2,650 each
• Mural Festival updates regarding artist contracts and property owners
• Approval of May 2025 financial report

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc Meeting

The Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss how to prioritize parks-related initiatives and outreach. This follows the City Commission's May 19, 2025, decision to place two ballot proposals on the November 4, 2025, ballot.

• Discussion on prioritization of parks-related initiatives for the November 2025 ballot proposal
• Consideration of approving the April 9, 2025, meeting minutes

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Policy on Ethics

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed policy on ethics regulations. The committee will review a revised ordinance and a menu of enforcement options provided by the City Attorney.

• Discussion of ad hoc policy on Ethics Regulations
• Review of revised ethics ordinance and enforcement options
• Consideration of June 2, 2025, meeting minutes

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and possibly make recommendations on a planned unit development (PUD) for the TC Millworks site at 1032 Woodmere Avenue, and on rezoning the 300 and 400 blocks of South Union Street to C-4a. They will also consider amending the conditional rezoning requirements in the city's zoning ordinance. Decisions may not occur the same day as the hearings.

• Public hearing on PUD 25-PUD-01 for TC Millworks: redevelop 1.16-acre industrial site into four buildings (three residential, one commercial), underground parking, nonmotorized connection to Boardman Lake Loop Trail, and paving of Sheffer Street with on-street parking
• Public hearing on rezoning the 300 and 400 blocks of South Union Street to C-4a
• Consideration of amending conditional rezoning requirements in the Traverse City Zoning Ordinance

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will interview Shelley Spencer for a seat on the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors. The committee will consider making recommendations for three open board positions with terms expiring in 2027 and 2028.

• Interview of Shelley Spencer for DDA Board of Directors
• Consideration of three DDA Board of Directors appointments
• Public comment period
• Meeting at 2nd Floor Committee Room, Governmental Center
• Terms expiring September 15, 2027 and 2028

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss establishing ballot language for an Ethics Ordinance charter amendment. The body is also deciding on the creation of 13 new full-time positions, including six firefighters for emergency transport services.

• Proposed Charter amendment for Ethics Ordinance
• Creation of 13 full-time positions, including 6 firefighters
• Up to $200,000 local match for Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant
• Lease extension for Grand Traverse Area Rock & Mineral Club at 322 Sixth Street through October 31, 2026
• Increase of $25,000 to legal services agreement for labor matters

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Downtown Development Authority

This ad hoc committee of the Traverse City City Commission will interview two candidates for the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors and consider making recommendations for three appointments. The terms are one expiring September 15, 2027, and two expiring September 15, 2028. The interviews are scheduled at 12:25 PM for Todd McMillen and 12:45 PM for Doug Dowdy.

• Interview Todd McMillen at 12:25 PM for possible reappointment to the DDA Board
• Interview Doug Dowdy at 12:45 PM for possible appointment to the DDA Board
• Consider recommendations for three DDA Board seats: one term expiring 9/15/2027 and two terms expiring 9/15/2028
• Public comment period included in agenda
• Meeting held in 2nd Floor Committee Room at Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The June 10, 2025, regular meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other business items.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to plan the Sara Hardy and Business/Organization Humanitarian Efforts award ceremonies. The body will also discuss student liaison candidates and the development of a complaint form.

• Planning for Sara Hardy Humanitarian Award & Business/Organization Humanitarian Efforts Award ceremonies
• Discussion of student liaison candidates Mae and Chloe
• Review of LGBTQIA+ training options from Equality Michigan
• Discussion regarding the update of the commission's complaint form
• Review of the HRC budget and yearly planning calendar

City Commission Study Session

The Traverse City City Commission will hold a study session to discuss two topics: a proposed $1 million allocation from the city to the Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness for permanent supportive housing, and a framework for a Neighborhood Presidents Council to coordinate existing neighborhood associations. No formal votes are scheduled; discussions may lead to action at a future meeting.

• Discussion on a $1 million line item in the FY 25-26 budget for the Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness, requested by Commissioners Jackie Anderson and Mi Stanley
• Proposal to amend the city's Neighborhood Association resolution to establish a Neighborhood Presidents Council (TC.N.A.) with quarterly meetings
• Current list of 12 recognized neighborhood associations, with discussions for two additional associations
• Staff liaison model for neighborhood associations would shift to as-needed attendance under the proposed framework
• The homelessness request is part of a broader Housing and Homelessness Task Force plan expected to begin implementation in 2026

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will consider approving minutes from April 3, 2025, and discuss plans for Family Day 2025 or other events. Updates will be provided on the Open Ramp and Regatta events.

• Consideration of approving the April 3, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion: Family Day 2025 or other ideas/events
• Updates: Open Ramp and Regatta

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a High Impact Event Application for Traverse City Food and Wine, a new culinary festival at the Open Space on August 23, 2025. Other new business includes discussion of business operations in parks, a historical marker for Grand Traverse/Clinch Park, and Highland Park survey results. The commission will also receive an update on the Parks Master Plan.

• High Impact Event Application for Traverse City Food and Wine (Open Space, Aug 23)
• Business Operations In Parks policy discussion
• Historical Marker for Grand Traverse/Traverse City/Clinch Park
• Highland Park Survey Results presentation
• July meeting date setting

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will hold public hearings on budget amendments for FY 2024-2025 and on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budgets for the Operating, Construction, and Debt Retirement Funds. The board will also consider appointments to the Citizen Advisory Committee and renew the 5-Year Recreation Plan. Updates on water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget amendments
• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budgets (Operating, Construction, Debt Retirement)
• Renewal of the 5-Year Recreation Plan
• Consideration of 2025 Citizen Advisory Committee appointments
• Updates on water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other agenda items.

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Coast Guard City Committee

The Ad Hoc Committee will interview two candidates, Steve Perdue and Debra Ankerson, for appointment to the Coast Guard City Committee. After the interviews, the committee will consider making recommendations for two seats with terms expiring August 25, 2028. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items: roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Interview of Steve Perdue at 12:25pm for Coast Guard City Committee appointment
• Interview of Debra Ankerson at 12:45pm for Coast Guard City Committee appointment
• Consideration of two appointments for terms expiring August 25, 2028

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -Ad hoc policy on Ethics Regulations

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee on Ethics Regulations will discuss a draft charter amendment and ethics ordinance. The committee will also consider approving the minutes of its April 22, 2025 meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Consideration of approving the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of a draft charter amendment and ethics ordinance (Chapter 225 of Title Five)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider adopting the FY2025-2026 budget and associated tax levies, as well as introducing an ordinance authorizing up to $42 million in revenue bonds for improvements to the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. The commission also will discuss a proposed zoning amendment to allow up to four dwelling units per lot in the R-2 Mixed Density Residential District and consider adopting the city's Strategic Action Plan. Several consent items include fee adjustments, a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and various contracts.

• Adoption of FY2025-2026 budget and capital improvement plan, including tax levies for general operations, police/fire pension, DDA, and Light & Power
• Introduction of ordinance to issue up to $42 million in revenue bonds for Traverse City Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Consideration of zoning amendment to permit up to four dwelling units per lot in R-2 Mixed Density Residential District
• Approval of adjustments to fees for various licenses and city services
• Authorization of contract for owner's representative services for the wastewater treatment plant improvement project

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Coast Guard City Committee

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will interview applicant Stan Simons and consider making recommendations to fill two seats on the Coast Guard City Committee for terms expiring August 25, 2028.

• Interview of Stan Simons for appointment to Coast Guard City Committee
• Consideration of recommendations for two appointments with terms through August 25, 2028

Historic Districts Commission

The Commission will consider two requests for historical preservation permits involving home additions and porch reconstructions. The body will also review minutes from the April 24, 2025, meeting.

• Request 25-HDC-07: 93-square-foot addition, porch enclosure, and new stairs at 115 Franklin Street
• Request 25-HDC-08: Expansion and reconstruction of a wrap-around porch, new deck, and new mud room windows at 401 Washington Street

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will review the 2024-2025 Winter Survey results, discuss the City Budget Update for the Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund, and consider proposed marketing updates to the 2021 Business Plan.

• Review of 2024-2025 Winter Survey results
• City Budget Update for Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund
• Discussion of Proposed Marketing & Update to 2021 Business Plan
• Mountain Bike Update and next steps
• Snowmaking Evaluation

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This meeting of the City Commission was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

The ACT 345 Retiree Health Board will discuss the annual city contribution to the retiree health plan based on a GRS actuarial analysis. The meeting also includes a quarterly investment performance presentation from Mariner Consulting.

• Proposed annual city contribution of $755,106 to the ACT 345 Retiree Health Plan
• Quarterly investment performance presentation by Mariner Consulting
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

ACT 345 Retirement System

The board will approve the city's annual contribution to the ACT 345 pension plan of $2,713,273 as recommended by actuarial analysis, and authorize retiree benefits for June 2025 totaling $290,486.70. They will also hear a presentation from Mariner Consulting on revisiting non-core real estate investment options.

• Approval of Retiree Benefits for June 2025 - $290,486.70
• Certification of annual city contribution to ACT 345 Pension Plan: $2,713,273
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting to revisit non-core real estate search
• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2025 regular meeting

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will approve April meeting minutes and a financial report. The body will also discuss the upcoming Mural Festival, budget needs, and the TART Bayfront artistic bench exhibit.

• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes and financial report
• Discussion of Mural Festival planning and artist contracts
• Review of TART Bayfront artistic bench exhibit designs and costs
• Budget discussion for the 2025/2026 Fiscal Year
• West Front traffic improvement median safety standards

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The commission will review a proposal by Joel Peterson to create a pocket park on city‑owned land at 429 East Front Street as part of a public‑private partnership. The Parks & Recreation Commission already approved the concept on May 1, 2025. The Planning Commission must determine whether the park is consistent with the City’s Master Plan before the City Commission makes a final decision.

• Consideration of a pocket park on city‑owned property at 429 E Front St
• Public‑private partnership where J. Peterson Homes will fully fund the park
• Review of consistency with the City’s Master Plan required by the Michigan Planning Enabling Act
• Previous approval of the park concept by the Parks & Recreation Commission on May 1, 2025

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, including tax levies and capital improvements, and vote on permanent traffic orders for several streets. The body will also authorize contracts for street reconstruction and pavement maintenance, and establish ballot language for two Brown Bridge Trust Fund proposals to be voted on in November 2025.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget and capital improvements plan
• Authorization for 2025 Street Reconstruction Projects and Cape Seal Project
• Establishment of ballot language for Brown Bridge Trust Fund proposals
• Approval of 2025 Fireworks Display Permits for Independence Day
• Authorization for water system improvements at Grand Traverse Commons

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-2026 budget. The board will also consider a streetscaping policy, a retail incubator, and a contract for the Ambassador program.

• Public hearing for the 2025-2026 DDA Budget
• TIF-97 Budget Priorities including Rotary Square and Boardman/Ottaway Riverwalk
• Approval of Streetscaping Policy
• Ambassador (clean and green) Program Contract
• Retail Incubator proposal

Recreational Authority Ad Hoc Interview Committee

The Recreational Authority Ad Hoc Committee will conduct interviews of applicants for the Citizen Advisory Committee for Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest. After the interviews, the committee will discuss the candidates and draft recommendations to present to the full Recreational Authority Board at its June 4 meeting. The agenda also includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Interviews: Richard Campbell (6:00 p.m.), Patrick Cotant (6:15 p.m.), Mike Foley (6:30 p.m.), Alan Madry (6:45 p.m.), Roger Mawby (7:00 p.m.), Kathy Ricord (7:15 p.m.), Gail Venner (7:30 p.m.)
• Committee discussion of interview outcomes and formulation of recommendations for the Board
• Public comment
• Adjournment

City Commission Joint Study Session with Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners

The Traverse City Commission and Grand Traverse County Board hold a joint study session to review the Facilities Master Plan for the Governmental Center at 400 Boardman Avenue. Tower Pinkster will present a facilities assessment, followed by a building tour and discussion of deficiencies and next steps. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Tower Pinkster assessment lists over $2.5 million in estimated repairs for Governmental Center
• Accessibility upgrades: ADA-compliant restrooms on first floor ($376,689) and barrier-free upgrades ($228,349)
• HVAC replacement: chiller and air handling unit ($828,648), heating and cooling pumps ($105,473 each)
• Door and hardware replacement ($928,162) and exterior window replacement ($667,011)
• Discussion of joint funding and next steps for the master plan

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The May 13, 2025 regular meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda consists only of the cancellation notice and standard procedural information.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Human Rights Commission

The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will vote on a $750 grant for an Asian American Pacific Islander collaboration event scheduled for May 13, 2025 at The Dennos Museum sculpture court and Milliken Auditorium. Commissioners will also review nominations for the Sara Hardy Humanitarian Award and the Business/Organization Humanitarian Efforts Award. Additional agenda items include discussion of the commission’s complaint form and the availability of CE‑Credit LGBTQIA+ trainings.

• Approve $750 funding for Asian American Pacific Islander collaboration event on May 13, 2025 at The Dennos Museum sculpture court and Milliken Auditorium
• Review nominations for the Sara Hardy Humanitarian Award
• Review nominations for the Business/Organization Humanitarian Efforts Award
• Discuss revision of the commission’s complaint form
• Present CE‑Credit LGBTQIA+ training opportunities

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2025/2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and consider adopting it. They will also affirm a previously approved Special Land Use Permit for a year-round shelter at 517 Wellington Street. In the study session, they will discuss proposed budgets for Traverse City Light and Power, the Downtown Development Authority, and the City's general fund, including the six-year Capital Improvements Plan.

• Public hearing on 2025/2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Affirmation of Special Land Use Permit for year-round shelter at 517 Wellington Street
• Discussion of proposed FY 2025-2026 budget for Traverse City Light and Power
• Discussion of proposed FY 2025-2026 budget for Downtown Development Authority
• Discussion of proposed FY 2025-2026 City budget and six-year Capital Improvements Plan

Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee

The Human Rights Commission Ad Hoc Committee will discuss planning for a fall event, including location at the library, date and time, stakeholder outreach, and other details. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are labeled 'up for discussion'.

• Follow-up on commission advice for a Fall Event
• Location discussion: Library
• Date & time to be discussed
• Stakeholder outreach planning
• Other event details to be discussed

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board of Directors will consider budget amendments for FY 2024-2025 and the FY 2025-2026 budget. The board will also discuss water access improvements for the West Bay Waterfront property and a forest management plan for Hickory parklands.

• Proposed three-year auditing agreement with Vredeveld Haefner LLC ($7,150 for 2025, $7,300 for 2026, $7,500 for 2027)
• Consideration of 2024-2025 ski grooming expenses for Hickory Meadows
• Draft work plan and budget for Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest for 2025-2026
• Scheduling of public hearings for FY 2024-2025 budget amendments and the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Water access improvements to the West Bay Waterfront property

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee on Complete Streets will continue reviewing a working draft of the Complete Streets Policy. The committee will also discuss options for an advisory board or committee.

• Review of working draft of Complete Streets Policy
• Discussion regarding options for advisory board or committee
• Approval of April 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed reductions to the allowed percentage of short-term rentals in several zoning districts. The body will also introduce a new mixed-use development application and a zoning map amendment request.

• Public hearing on proposed short-term rental percentage reductions in C-3, C-4, D-1, D-3, and I districts
• Introduction of PUD application 25-PUD-01 (TC Millworks) for mixed-use development at 1032 Woodmere Ave
• Introduction of a zoning map amendment for properties at 418 and 420 S Union St submitted by Three Spartans LLC

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will receive the City Manager's proposed budget for FY 2025-2026, including budgets for Traverse City Light and Power and the Downtown Development Authority, and consider scheduling a public hearing for May 19. A public hearing will be held on a Special Land Use Permit for Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse Inc. to operate a year-round emergency shelter at 517 Wellington Street. The Commission will also consider contracts for marina dock repairs, sewer lift station upgrades, a five-year Parks & Recreation Master Plan, and economic development services, along with a discussion on increasing the annual allocation to the Public Art Trust Fund.

• Public hearing on Special Land Use Permit for Safe Harbor year-round emergency shelter at 517 Wellington Street
• Contract for replacement of entrance gangway and repair of docking systems at Duncan L. Clinch Marina
• Initial delivery of FY 2025-2026 proposed budget for City, Light and Power, and Downtown Development Authority
• Approval of professional services contract for five-year Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Waiving competitive bidding for three-year economic development services contract

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Appointment Policy Ad Hoc

The Appointment Policy Ad Hoc Committee will consider approving minutes from its April 16 meeting and discuss revisions to the board and committee selection process. Topics include digitizing applications, standardizing interviews, and clarifying appointment procedures. No final decisions are expected at this discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of digitizing the application process to reduce Clerk's office workload
• Standardized interview questions and selection criteria for board candidates
• Possibility of annual public ad hoc appointments at January organizational meeting
• Consideration of term limits and different treatment for reappointments
• Memo from City Clerk outlines potential policy edits and workflow automation options

Coast Guard City Committee - CANCELLED

The Coast Guard City Committee meeting scheduled for May 1, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions will be considered at this time.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation from J. Peterson Homes on a proposed public-private partnership to create a pocket park on city-owned land at 424 E. Front Street, including a tree survey and funding agreement. They will also discuss mobile food vending regulations in city parks and receive an update on the final Parks Master Plan.

• Presentation and potential approval of design concept for pocket park at 424 E. Front Street, with tree survey and funding agreement with J. Peterson Homes
• Discussion of mobile food vending rules and locations in city parks
• Update on the Parks Master Plan final draft
• Consideration of minutes from the April 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Commission reports and superintendent's report on recent park activities

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss mountain bike updates, snowmaking evaluations, and the Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund budget. A Winter Season Summit will follow the meeting to review 2024-2025 metrics and set goals for the 2025-2026 season.

• Review of 2025/2026 Budget for Hickory Hills Fund (504) with projected expenditures of $906,700
• Snowmaking system evaluation and work plan review with Preserve Hickory
• Mountain bike trail system update and NMMBA support letter
• Winter Season Summit featuring 2025 Winter Survey results
• Brown Bridge Trust Parks Improvement Fund update

Local Officers Compensation Commission

The Local Officers Compensation Commission will consider adopting compensation for the City Commission for 2025 and 2026, based on the Detroit All-Urban Consumer Price Index. They will also elect a chair for the 2025-2026 term and consider a recommendation for the Board of Tax Review per diem rate. The meeting begins with approval of minutes from July 2023.

• Consideration of approving minutes from July 10, 2023, meeting
• Selection of chair for 2025-2026 term (current chair is Kate Greene)
• Proposed 2025 compensation: Mayor $11,834.17, Mayor Pro Tem $9,770.95, Commissioners $7,707.52 (2.8% CPI increase from 2024 levels)
• Consideration of recommendation for Board of Tax Review compensation (per diem rate)

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will discuss a presentation from Mariner Consulting regarding non-core real estate manager analysis. The board is also considering the approval of retiree benefits and several quarterly invoices.

• Approval of May 2025 Retiree Benefits: $290,226.02
• Mariner Institutional LLC 2025 Q1 Invoice: $9,875.00
• T. Rowe Price Q1 Invoice: $9,206.30
• WCM Q1 Invoice: $9,322.56
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on Non-Core Real Estate Manager Analysis

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will receive an update on the East Side Placemaking Project, including operational feedback and business owner input. Staff is seeking commission input on potential changes: prohibiting smoking, allowing reusable beverage vessels, and expanding the district westward to Michigan Avenue and southward to the city limit. No formal action will be taken at this study session; any decisions would come at a future meeting.

• Staff requests input on prohibiting smoking in the East Side Placemaking Project management plan
• Staff requests input on permitting reusable beverage vessels (MLCC prohibits glass, but metal/wood are allowed)
• Proposal to expand project boundaries westward along Eighth Street to Michigan Avenue
• Proposal to expand boundaries southward along Garfield Avenue to the city limit
• Initial project expenses totaled $34,950, under the $60,000 approved by the Commission

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 budget for the DDA General, TIF-97, and Old Town TIF funds. The board will also consider approving a mobile surveillance camera trailer, a streetscaping investment policy, and expenditure of TIF funds beyond plan expiration. Consent calendar items include March 2025 financial reports and prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and approval of the 2025-2026 budget for DDA General, TIF-97, and Old Town TIF
• Consideration of a mobile surveillance camera trailer (approval recommended)
• Consideration of a Streetscaping Investment Policy (possible action)
• Consideration of expenditure of TIF Funds beyond plan expiration
• Arts Commission board appointment

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider plans to demolish existing garages and construct new two-story structures with living areas at 531 Washington Street and 307 West Eighth Street. The body will also discuss a proposed five-story mixed-use building at 159 East State Street.

• Review of 2-story garage plans at 531 Washington Street
• Review of 2-story garage plans at 307 West Eighth Street
• Discussion of proposed 5-story mixed-use building at 159 East State Street
• Approval of February 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of officers for the Historic Districts Commission

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - TC Arts Commission

The Traverse City City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will hold an interview at 12:05 pm with Brian Michael Raetz to consider a recommendation for an appointment to the TC Arts Commission. After the interview, the committee will discuss making a recommendation for an Arts Commission seat whose term expires on May 18, 2027. The meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment.

• Interview of Brian Michael Raetz at 12:05 pm for Arts Commission appointment
• Recommendation for Arts Commission appointment (term expires May 18, 2027)
• Public comment session
• Adjournment of the meeting

Arts Commission

The Traverse City Arts Commission will consider approving March 2025 meeting minutes and financial reports, discuss Mural Festival artist contracts and timelines, and make budget decisions for the upcoming fiscal year. They will also review a proposal for a rotating art exhibit with a $6,000 budget and a bench exhibit for the TART Bayfront area.

• Approve March 2025 Arts Commission minutes and financial report
• Discuss Mural Festival artist contracts, pairings, and timeline
• Budget discussion for FY 25/26 with potential decisions
• Coy Rotating Art Exhibit proposal: $6,000 for holographic plinths
• TART Bayfront Artistic Bench Exhibit: pricing $2,500–$2,650 per bench

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review draft ballot language and financial data regarding the Brown Bridge Trust Fund. The body is considering proposals to allow the use of fund principal exceeding $12 million for park capital improvements and accessibility.

• Review of draft resolutions to amend Section 129 of the City Charter
• Discussion of using Brown Bridge Trust Fund principal over $12 million for park capital improvements and accessibility
• Review of municipal financing costs and interest rates ranging from 1.875% to 3.62%
• Consideration of using trust funds for interfund loans based on current liquid cash savings interest of 4.4156%

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -Ad hoc policy on Ethics Regulations

The Ad Hoc Committee on Ethics Regulations will consider approving minutes from April 8 and continue discussing a proposed ethics policy. The agenda includes a revised ethics policy from Grand Traverse County and a draft resolution for an ethics charter amendment. This is a discussion item; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of revised Ethics Policy (Grand Traverse County draft)
• Discussion of draft resolution for Ethics Charter Amendment
• Public comment period

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss several updates to water and sewer utility billing and collection methods. The body is also deciding on a new Parks & Recreation Master Plan contract and various board appointments.

• Budget amendment of $89,394.43 for Old Town TIF intersection improvements at Eighth Street and Cass Street and Eighth Street and Union Street
• Contract for professional services to create a new five-year Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Lease agreements for shared property at 500 West Front Street and 851 Woodmere with Grand Traverse County
• Transfer of a Class C Liquor License to Tacos & Tequila TC, LLC
• Proposed ordinance amendment allowing police to give trespass warnings in city parks

Downtown Development Authority Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss draft budgets for the DDA General Fund and TIF funds. This is part of a multi-step approval process that includes a public hearing on May 16 and final approval by the City Commission and DDA Board in June.

• Rotary Square: $1,000,000
• Boardman/Ottaway Phase 1-A (design/engineering): $500,000
• State Street Two-Way Pilot: $500,000
• West Front Riverwalk Staircase: $247,000
• City Service Agreement: approx. $510,000

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Historic Districts Commission

The Ad Hoc Interview Committee will interview two applicants, Mary Mills and Jackie Shinners, and consider making a recommendation to fill one vacancy on the Historic Districts Commission for a term expiring June 30, 2028.

• Interview of Mary Mills for Historic Districts Commission appointment
• Interview of Jackie Shinners for Historic Districts Commission appointment
• Consideration of recommendation for appointment to Historic Districts Commission term expiring June 30, 2028
• Public Comment

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Appointment Policy Ad Hoc

The committee is reviewing the process for appointing members to city boards and commissions. Discussions will focus on survey results from applicants and potential changes to interview requirements and commissioner liaison roles.

• Review of candidate survey results regarding the application and interview process
• Discussion on whether to remove the requirement that all candidates be interviewed
• Discussion on allowing all City Commission liaisons to serve on related ad hoc committees
• Review of minutes from the March 19, 2025, meeting

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

The Joint Planning Commission will discuss the ongoing low water pressure issue at the Grand Traverse Commons Historic Barns, with staff providing a verbal update on design and permitting. They will also consider trail improvements in the Commons natural areas and begin an introductory discussion on the periodic review of the Grand Traverse Commons Master Plan. No action is requested on the water service item; it is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Grand Traverse Commons water service – low pressure at Historic Barns, with verbal update from staff (no action requested)
• Trail improvements in Grand Traverse Commons natural areas
• Introductory discussion on periodic review of the Grand Traverse Commons Master Plan
• Approval of January 29, 2025 Joint Planning Commission meeting minutes

Planning Commission Study Session

The Planning Commission will continue its study session on proposed zoning amendments that would cap the percentage of short-term rentals (STRs) in several districts, with a public hearing scheduled for May 6. The city attorney will address non-conformity issues. Commissioners also reviewed STR licensing data from 2019 to 2025, showing a recent total of 480 licenses in 2025 so far.

• Proposed caps: C-3 Community Center at 35%, C-4a and C-4b at 50%, C-4c at 25%, D-1 and D-2 at 25%, D-3 at 50%, and Industrial district at 0% (prohibited)
• Discussion of non-conformity with City Attorney Lauren Trible-Laucht
• Data on STR licenses: 539 total in 2024, 480 in 2025 (ongoing), with 108 new licenses in 2025
• Previous discussions since September 2024, with multiple meetings listed
• Draft ordinance amendment language provided for several zoning districts

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss revised rules and operating procedures and the involvement of NME3 in a Juneteenth event. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Disability Network of Northern Michigan.

• Approval of revised HRC Rules and Operating Procedures
• Presentation by Disability Network of Northern Michigan
• Discussion of NME3 Juneteenth event involvement
• Discussion of Community Event Ad HOC committee
• Review of HRC Budget and Yearly Calendar

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will discuss forming an ad hoc committee to evaluate further regulation of short-term rentals, which reached 539 licenses in 2024 with over 100 new licenses, and receive a presentation from Traverse Connect on a proposed contract for economic development services. No votes are expected at this study session.

• Discussion on forming a work group to regulate short-term rentals (539 licenses in 2024, over 100 new)
• Presentation from Traverse Connect on economic development services agreement
• Commissioner Anderson's memo proposes ad hoc committee, with action item possible at May 5 meeting
• No dollar amount for the Traverse Connect contract specified in agenda materials

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing a staff recommendation to hire Beckett & Raeder to update the city's master plan. The body will also discuss pollinator conservation and beach volleyball fees.

• Proposed agreement with Beckett & Raeder for Parks and Recreation Master Plan totaling $72,578 (including 10% contingency)
• Resolution to proclaim Traverse City as a Monarch City and consider weather for spring leaf pickup
• Review of 2025 beach volleyball league fees
• Parks Division 2024 Annual Report
• Continued discussion on Brown Bridge Parks Improvement Fund

City Commission Complete Streets Ad Hoc Committee

The City Commission Complete Streets Ad Hoc Committee will review a working draft of the Complete Streets Policy. The body will also discuss options for an advisory board or committee.

• Review of working draft of Complete Streets Policy
• Discussion regarding options for advisory board or committee
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission Brown Bridge Trust Fund Ad Hoc Committee

The Ad Hoc Committee will continue discussing potential ballot proposals for the November 2025 election that would authorize using Brown Bridge Trust Fund dollars for housing repair and energy-efficiency programs. Members will review information on the USDA Home Repair Program and Traverse City Light & Power's On-Bill Financing, and discuss a future ballot concept from Commissioner Shaw. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its March 12 meeting.

• Consideration of approving the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Continued discussion on potential ballot proposal(s) for the November 2025 election regarding Brown Bridge Trust Fund uses
• Information from Commissioner Werner on USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program (loans/grants up to $50,000)
• Information from Commissioner Werner on Traverse City Light & Power's On-Bill Financing Program for energy-saving home improvements
• Discussion on Commissioner Shaw's concept for a future ballot proposal after November 2025

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Policy on Ethics Regulations

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss a policy on ethics regulations. The discussion will include guidance from attorney Lauren Trible-Laucht and Mary Grover regarding the purpose, scope, and coverage of a potential ethics ordinance.

• Discussion of ad hoc policy on Ethics Regulations

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The regular meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals scheduled for April 8, 2025 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider introducing several amendments to water and sewer billing ordinances, including year-round irrigation billing and delinquent notice timing changes. The consent calendar also includes a 90-cent monthly technology fee for Beacon Endpoint meters, agreements for the National Cherry Festival events, multiple permanent traffic control orders, and a conditional rezoning extension for properties on Munson Avenue.

• Introduce ordinance amendments for year-round irrigation billing and delinquent water/sewer charges (items 2-7)
• Consider 90-cent monthly technology fee for Beacon Endpoint meters effective July 1, 2025
• Authorize agreement with National Cherry Festival for 2026-2027 events
• Extend conditional rezoning deadline for 523, 525, 551 Munson Avenue to July 6, 2026
• Authorize creation of a Facilities Manager position

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will consider approving February meeting minutes, discuss logo usage contracts (including a 2019 agreement and a 2024 license), select Guardian Award nominations, receive an update on the Coast Guard City Renewal application, and discuss future banner location. The meeting also includes public comment and committee updates.

• Discussion on Coast Guard City Committee logo usage contracts, including a non-exclusive license agreement with U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Exchange
• Selection of Guardian Award nominations
• Update on Coast Guard City Renewal application process
• Discussion on future location of banner
• Approval of February 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Traverse City Light & Power Board

The Ad Hoc Interview Committee will conduct interviews with two candidates, Merek Roman and John Taylor, for one appointment to the Traverse City Light & Power Board. After interviews, the committee will consider making a recommendation for the term expiring April 1, 2030. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Interview of Merek Roman at 12:05 PM
• Interview of John Taylor at 12:25 PM
• Consideration of recommendation for TCLP Board appointment (term expiring April 1, 2030)
• Public comment opportunity

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will review the 5-Year Recreation Plan, which must be renewed by February 2026 to maintain state grant eligibility. They will also discuss a planning grant application to Rotary Charities and entryway planning at Historic Barns Park. Updates on municipal water pressure problems at the Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park are on the agenda.

• Review of the 5-Year Recreation Plan needed for state grant eligibility
• Discussion of 2025 nominations for the Ross Biederman Volunteer Service Award
• Discussion of entryway planning at Historic Barns Park
• Consideration of a planning grant application to Rotary Charities
• Payment report includes $140,040 for Barn 206 and Connector construction

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Board of Tax Review

The Ad Hoc Committee will interview Laura Dagwell and Paul Fitzsimons for two open seats on the Board of Tax Review and then consider making recommendations for appointments to terms expiring December 31, 2027. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Interview with Laura Dagwell at 12:05 PM
• Interview with Paul Fitzsimons at 12:25 PM
• Consideration of recommendations for two appointments to the Board of Tax Review for terms ending December 31, 2027

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Regular Meeting

This meeting of the Traverse City Planning Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

The City Commission Study Meeting scheduled for March 31, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided document is a cancellation notice and contains no other business items.

Farmers Market Advisory Board

The Farmers Market Advisory Board meeting on March 28, 2025 will consider approval of 2025 vendor applications across multiple categories. The board will also vote on an updated vendor payment structure for the market. Additional topics include the Farmers Market pavilion design concept, an update from the Food Navigator program, and filling board vacancies. The meeting will conclude with public comment and adjournment.

• Approve 2025 vendor applications (Category 1, Category 2, Category 2‑baker, Category 2‑bath and body, Category 3)
• Approve updated 2025 vendor payment structure (Farmers Market Rules 2025)
• Review original Farmers Market pavilion design concept
• Receive update from the Food Navigator program
• Discuss board vacancies for advisory members

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission regular meeting scheduled for March 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a cancellation notice.

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will meet to approve retiree benefit payments and review a presentation from Mariner Consulting regarding non-core real estate manager candidates. The board is considering alternatives to Brandywine due to volatility.

• Approval of April 2025 retiree benefits in the amount of $289,954.34
• Presentation by Mariner Consulting on Non-Core Real Estate Search 2025
• Review of real estate fund candidates: PCCP Equity X, LP, Virtus Real Estate Capital IV, and Mavik Real Estate Special Opportunities VS2, LP

HRC Ad Hoc Committee - Public Event Planning Meeting

The Human Rights Commission's Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to plan a public event. They will discuss goals, audience, format, and logistics. No final decisions are being made; this is a working session to define next steps.

• Defining goals and objectives for the public event
• Identifying target community demographics and partners
• Discussing possible themes, topics, and speaker ideas
• Considering potential dates, locations, and budget
• Assigning action items and setting follow-up meeting

City Commission Meeting Cancellation

This meeting has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place; the notice serves only to announce the cancellation.

• Meeting cancelled; no items on agenda

Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially act on conceptual trail plans for the former Camp Grelick and Spring Lake properties. Members will also review updates to the Brown Bridge Management Plan, including selecting a leadership team appointee for the city's Master Plan update. Additional items include a dog leash sign proposal, a woodcock surveying/banding request, and early spring projects such as fencing and footbridge replacements.

• Trail planning workgroup update for Camp Grelick (Action Item 1-1)
• Spring Lake conceptual trail plan proposal (Action Item 1-4)
• Selection of Leadership Team appointee for City's Master Plan update
• Dog leash sign proposal
• Early spring projects: fencing, two footbridges, boardwalk prep

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - TC Arts Commission

The City Commission Ad Hoc Interview Committee will interview two applicants — Brian Michael Raetz and incumbent Roger Amundsen — for one appointment to the Traverse City Arts Commission. The committee will then consider making a recommendation for the term expiring April 4, 2028. Public comment will be taken.

• Interview with applicant Brian Michael Raetz at 12:05 PM
• Interview with incumbent applicant Roger Amundsen at 12:25 PM
• Consideration of recommendation for one Arts Commission appointment (term through April 4, 2028)
• Public comment period

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss next steps for mountain bike trail development and a snowmaking evaluation. Members will also review a draft survey for an end-of-season summit and discuss Brown Bridge Trust Parks Improvement Fund projects.

• Mountain bike trail development and collaborative models
• Snowmaking evaluation and Preserve Hickory consulting engagement
• Review of draft end-of-season summit survey
• Brown Bridge Trust Parks Improvement Fund projects
• Review of 2025 meeting dates

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Appointment Policy Ad Hoc

The Ad Hoc Appointment Policy Committee will discuss and review the City Commission's existing policy on appointments and committees. No decisions are listed; the meeting is limited to discussion of the policy.

• Discussion and review of the City Commission Policy on Appointments and Committees, last amended March 4, 2024

Arts Commission

The Commission will consider adding an artistic element to the West Front Street safety improvements, funded by an extra $15,000 from the city contract amendment. It will also review the FY 2025/26 budget and discuss the Mural Festival finalist selections and the rotating art exhibit proposal.

• West Front Traffic Improvement – $15,000 allocated for artistic element in median
• FY 25/26 Arts Commission budget review
• Mural Festival – selection of 5-7 artists from 13 finalists
• Rotating Art Exhibit – discussion of $6,000 replacement art budget

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special land use permit to transition a seasonal emergency shelter to a year-round operation. The body will also discuss zoning extensions on Munson Ave and new regulations for vacation home rentals.

• Public hearing for special land use permit 25-SLUP-01 for a year-round emergency shelter at 517 Wellington St
• Request to extend conditional rezoning of 523 and 525 Munson Ave (C-1 to C-2) and 551 Munson Ave (R-1b to C-2)
• Introduction of a zoning text amendment to further regulate vacation home rentals
• Proposed new paved parking lot at 517 Wellington St using $100,000 in federal CDBG funds

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Commission will consider introducing an ordinance amendment to allow up to four dwelling units per lot in the R-2 Two-Family District, with possible enactment on April 7. The consent calendar includes approvals for a sidewalk project on Eastern Avenue, a sewer rehabilitation project on the West Side, and a management agreement for Veterans Memorial Park. Old business includes authorizing a contract for West End Beach parking lot construction and early salt purchase for next winter. New business also includes accepting audited financial statements and discussing a water agreement with Garfield Township.

• Introduction of ordinance amendment to allow up to four dwelling units per lot in R-2 District (public hearing April 7)
• Contract for West End Beach parking lot and restroom site preparation
• Eastern Avenue sidewalk construction contract
• West Side Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project agreements
• Reduction of Downtown Development Authority board from 12 to 9 members

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Housing Commission Ad Hoc

The City Commission Ad Hoc Interview Committee will consider conducting interviews and making a recommendation to fill one vacancy on the Housing Commission for a term expiring November 30, 2029. The sole applicant is Mitchell Treadwell, whose previous term expired November 30, 2024.

• Consideration of conducting interviews for one Housing Commission appointment
• Recommendation for appointment to term expiring November 30, 2029
• Applicant: Mitchell Treadwell, current Housing Commissioner whose term expired 11/30/2024

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will review the 2025-2026 budget and a budget amendment for the Old Town TIF. The board is also considering a streetscaping reimbursement request and receiving a presentation on FishPass.

• 2025-2026 Budget review
• Old Town TIF Budget Amendment
• Streetscaping Reimbursement Request
• TIF-97 Project Priorities Update
• FishPass Presentation by Dan Zielinski

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will consider approving repairs to encapsulated lead paint in Building 223 at Historic Barns Park, and a grant application for additional security cameras at the same location. They will also discuss foraging rules in Hickory Forest and review the 5-Year Recreation Plan. Updated water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park will be reported.

• Consideration of $151,019 construction payment to Eckler Building Solutions for Barn 206 and Connector (Consent Calendar expenditure)
• Consideration of a grant application for additional security cameras at Historic Barns Park
• Discussion on foraging in Hickory Forest
• Review of the 5-Year Recreation Plan
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee on Complete Streets will meet to discuss the Complete Streets Policy. The committee is considering the process for consolidating multiple drafts into a single version.

• Approval of February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on consolidating multiple Complete Streets Policy drafts

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund

The Ad Hoc Committee will consider approving the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss a possible November 2025 ballot proposal to allocate Brown Bridge Trust Fund dollars for park improvements, reviewing fund‑cap projections, survey results, and advisory recommendations. The meeting also includes updates on the USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program and housing‑related resources.

• Approve February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review fund‑availability projections for Brown Bridge Trust caps at $12 million, $11 million, and $10 million
• Examine 2025 survey results (291 responses) on park improvement priorities
• Hear update from Commissioner Tim Werner on USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program
• Discuss housing‑related resources and initiatives presented by Commissioner Heather Shaw

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The March 11, 2025 regular meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items.

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Election Commission

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will interview two candidates for one appointment to the Election Commission. The committee will consider making a recommendation for the appointment.

• Interview of Merek Roman for Election Commission appointment
• Interview of Chris Campbell for Election Commission appointment
• Consideration of recommendation for Election Commission appointment

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish its calendar and goals for 2025. The body will also review its rules and operating procedures and discuss the current budget.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Human Rights Commission Rules and Operating Procedures
• Planning of 2025 HRC Calendar, Goals, and Plans
• Review of HRC Budget
• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes

City Commission Study Session

At this study session, the City Commission will hear presentations on two topics: road salt usage, reduction, and alternatives from Public Services Director Frank Dituri; and board governance training and strategic planning readiness from consultant BerryDunn. No votes or formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Presentation on road salt reduction, application types, and alternatives (Frank Dituri)
• Presentation on board governance training and strategic planning readiness (BerryDunn)
• Public comment period for matters of city concern

CANCELLED DDA Finance Committee Meeting (Canceled)

The scheduled DDA Finance Committee meeting on March 7, 2025 was cancelled. The agenda included discussion of the preliminary 2025-2026 DDA budget and approval of prior meeting minutes, but no action was taken.

• Meeting cancelled
• Preliminary 2025-2026 DDA budget discussion was on agenda but not held
• Approval of December 6, 2024 meeting minutes was on agenda but not held

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will consider approving its February 6, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss a non-exclusive license agreement for use of the Coast Guard City logo, including a 20% royalty on gross sales. Updates will also be provided on Guardian Award nominations and the Coast Guard City renewal application process.

• Approval of February 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion on non-exclusive license agreement for Coast Guard City logo usage, with 20% gross sales royalty
• Update on Guardian Award nominations
• Update on Coast Guard City renewal application process

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and recommend capital projects for the Brown Bridge Trust Fund Parks Improvement Fund, which voters may consider in November 2025. The commission will review staff-submitted projects, public survey results, and outstanding master-plan items. An update on Highland Park improvements is also on the agenda.

• Discussion of Brown Bridge Trust Fund projects including ADA improvements ($300k-$400k), beach erosion control ($450k-$550k), stair repairs ($150k-$250k), pickleball/tennis courts ($400k-$500k), and more.
• Highland Park playground and entrance improvements: public survey open until March 31, 2025.
• Approval of minutes from February 6 regular and February 24 special meetings.
• Review of public survey (291 responses) on park improvement priorities.

CANCELLATION Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board of Directors meeting scheduled for March 5, 2025, has been cancelled because a quorum was not reached. The meeting was set to take place at the Governmental Center.

• Cancellation notice posted
• Meeting location: Governmental Center
• Contact: Executive Director Matt Cowall

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning amendment to increase allowed density in the R-2 Mixed Density Residential District from two to four dwelling units per lot. The body will also consider the Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2025/26 - 2030/31 and the Traverse City Light & Power Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to Chapter 1334 (R-2 District) to allow up to four dwelling units per lot
• Public hearing and possible action on the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) FY 2025/26 - 2030/31
• Public hearing and possible approval of the Traverse City Light & Power Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 2025/26 - 2030/31
• Conceptual introduction of Special Land Use Permit 25-SLUP-01 for a year-round emergency shelter at 517 Wellington St.
• Discussion of short-term rental regulations

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider waiving the competitive bidding process to authorize a contract for the Grandview Parkway Phase 2 Irrigation Project. It will also approve minutes from February meetings, retain legal counsel for oil and gas matters, and discuss updates on West Front Street safety improvements and wastewater plant UV upgrades.

• Waiver of competitive bidding and approval of contract for Grandview Parkway Phase 2 Irrigation Project (5 affirmative votes required)
• Approval of minutes for February 18 and February 24, 2025 City Commission meetings
• Waiver of competitive bidding to retain Kevin Schumacher for special legal services on oil and gas matters
• Amendment to Hubbell Roth & Clark agreement for design and construction management of West Front Street Safety Improvements Project
• Update on Traverse City Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Upgrade Improvement Project (no action sought)

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The ad hoc interview committee will conduct interviews with applicants Cheryl Pavic Henner and Dan Tholen for one vacancy on the Brown Bridge Advisory Committee, then consider recommending an appointment for a term expiring October 4, 2027. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Interview with Cheryl Pavic Henner at 12:05 p.m.
• Interview with Dan Tholen at 12:25 p.m.
• Committee to make recommendation for appointment to term expiring October 4, 2027
• Public comment period included on agenda

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will hold public hearings on three proposals: demolishing a garage and building a two-story garage with living space at 425 Webster Street, a 4-season and mud room addition at 210 Seventh Street, and skylights and window enlargement on a garage at 529 Fifth Street. The commission will also elect officers and approve minutes from the January 23 special meeting.

• Request 25-HDC-02: Peter Laing seeks approval to demolish an existing 1-story detached garage and construct a 2-story (22’ x 25’) detached garage with carport and living area at 425 Webster Street (Boardman Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 25-HDC-03: Brian Banducci seeks approval for a 4-season and mud room addition to the rear of the home at 210 Seventh Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Request 25-HDC-04: Pennie and Peter Foster-Fishman seek approval to add six skylights and enlarge a south-side window on an existing 2-story detached garage at 529 Fifth Street (Central Neighborhood Historic District)
• Election of officers under Other Business

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will consider a consulting proposal to improve snowmaking infrastructure, review next steps for mountain bike trail development with a concept map, and rank projects for the 2025 Brown Bridge Trust Fund ballot initiative based on a member survey. The committee will also discuss its draft scope, an end-of-season summit, and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Consideration of Draft Scope of the Committee (Ness)
• Discussion of mountain bike trail development with concept connections to Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest
• Survey results ranking Snowmaking Infrastructure and Mountain Bike Trail Development as top priorities for Brown Bridge Trust Fund
• Preserve Hickory Snowmaking Consulting Proposal including hydraulic modeling, corrosion assessment, and $1,500 per MG for Snomax additive
• End-of-Season Summit discussion

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss reissuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to develop a Park and Recreation Master Plan. The plan will update the expired 5-year plan to identify future recreational needs and development strategies.

• Reissue Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Parks Master Plan
• Proposal deadline for the Master Plan set for March 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
• Requirement for a draft plan to be completed by November 28, 2025
• Plan to include ADA evaluation for recreation facilities, access, and parking
• Requirement for at least three public meetings to gather input

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will discuss West Front Street safety improvements, including proposed guardrail, signage, and pavement markings, with an estimated cost of $82,700. Other topics include an update on the FishPass project, redevelopment of Lot O, and a request for proposals for Beitner/Woodmere properties. No final votes are expected at this study session.

• West Front Street safety upgrades: signing ($9,200), pavement markings ($8,100), roadside barriers ($65,400) — total $82,700
• Update on FishPass project
• Redevelopment of Lot O discussion
• Beitner/Woodmere properties request for proposals
• Public comment period

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority will discuss and potentially approve the 2025-2026 budget, design and engineering services for the Lower Boardman/Ottaway Riverwalk, and strategic capital improvement priorities for the Old Town TIF district. A presentation from a community police officer is also scheduled. The board will accept the resignation of board member Scott Hardy.

• Consideration of 2025-2026 DDA budget
• Lower Boardman/Ottaway Riverwalk design and engineering services proposal
• Old Town TIF strategic capital improvement priorities
• Presentation from Community Police Officer Culver
• Acceptance of Scott Hardy's resignation from the DDA Board

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss submissions for the Traverse City Mural Festival and consider a grant application for a community mural. The body will also review financial reports for December 2024 and January 2025.

• Review of submissions for the Traverse City Mural Festival RFP
• Grant application from Northwest Michigan Arts and Culture Network for a $2,500 community mural
• Approval of December 2024 and January 2025 financial reports
• Approval of November 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Study Session

This Planning Commission study session was cancelled. The meeting was scheduled for February 19, 2025, but will not occur. The next Planning Commission meeting is set for March 4, 2025.

• Cancelled meeting; no actions taken
• Planned discussion on Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) projects for 2025/26–2030/31
• Planned continued discussion on zoning text amendment for R-2 district to allow up to four dwelling units per lot
• Planned continued discussion on short-term rental regulations
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025

ACT 345 Retiree Health Board

The board will consider approving the November 2024 meeting minutes and receive a quarterly investment performance report from Mariner Consulting for the Traverse City VEBA fund as of December 31, 2024. The fund had a market value of $5,203,870 with a quarterly return of -0.50% and a one-year return of 14.51%. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November 26, 2024 regular meeting
• Quarterly investment performance report for Traverse City VEBA (market value $5,203,870 as of Dec 31, 2024)
• Fund returned -0.50% for the quarter and 14.51% over one year
• Asset allocation: 58.2% domestic equity, 14.1% international equity, 27.8% fixed income
• No other action items or public hearings

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will review the annual actuarial valuation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The board is considering a request for $820,000 to cover pension benefits through July 2025 and the approval of March 2024 retiree benefits.

• Request for $820,000 to cover pension benefits through July 2025
• Approval of March 2024 retiree benefits estimated at $289,808.58
• Presentation of the 54th Annual Actuarial Valuation by Gabriel, Roeder, Smith
• Quarterly report presentation by Mariner Consulting

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Traverse City City Commission will consider authorizing up to $14,725,000 in additional sewer system revenue bonds, totaling $42 million, through the Michigan Finance Authority. Also on the agenda: a workforce housing proposal at 314 E. Eighth St, a proposal to reduce the Downtown Development Authority board from 12 to 9 members, and an implementation policy for voter-approved tax increment financing charter provisions. The commission will also discuss extending two-way traffic on State Street for two years and review a homelessness initiatives report.

• Sewer system bonds: up to $14,725,000 additional (total $42M) for Clean Water State Revolving Fund
• Workforce housing at 314 E. Eighth St: city to relinquish .05 acre adjacent property
• Proposal to reduce Downtown Development Authority board from 12 to 9 members
• State Street two-way traffic order extension for two years
• Tax increment financing implementation policy for voter-approved charter provisions

CANCELED Downtown Development Authority Finance Committee

The Downtown Development Authority Finance Committee meeting scheduled for February 14, 2025, was canceled. The agenda included a preliminary discussion of the 2025-2026 budget and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of December 6, 2024 minutes (proposed)
• Preliminary 2025-2026 budget discussion
• Rotary Square project ($1,000,000)
• Boardman/Ottaway Phase 1-A project ($500,000)

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund

The ad hoc committee is discussing a potential ballot proposal for the November 2025 election to authorize spending from the Brown Bridge Trust Fund for city parks, with possibilities also including a revolving loan fund for housing or renewable energy projects. The committee reviewed historical interest and royalty earnings, past project expenditures (including $1.5 million for Hickory Hills), and ongoing projects. They also consider approving the January 22, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Consideration of approving January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of ballot proposal for November 2025 to use Brown Bridge Trust Fund principal (excess over $12 million) for parks
• Review of historical gas and oil royalties and interest earnings since 2008
• Review of past projects: Hickory Hills ($1.5 million), Ashton Park, Jupiter Park, Highland Park
• Discussion of possibly using up to $5 million for a revolving loan fund for housing or renewable energy

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

The Complete Streets Ad Hoc Committee will consider approving the minutes from its January 8, 2025 meeting. The main agenda item is continued discussion and review of a working draft Complete Streets Policy, referencing a similar policy from Marquette, Michigan.

• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Continued discussion on Complete Streets Policy working draft
• Review of Marquette, Michigan's Complete Streets Policy (Policy 2010-03)
• Public comment period

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

The regular meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2025.

CANCELLED Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Commission Study Session

The Traverse City City Commission will review a two‑part presentation on water and sewer rates, including a shift to a ready‑to‑serve fee and changes to irrigation billing. Staff will also discuss meter technology upgrades, a $0.90 per meter monthly technology fee, and related policy revisions. The meeting includes a public comment period and an ethics discussion.

• Proposed shift from base rate with usage included to a ready‑to‑serve fee for water and sewer services
• Approval of a $0.90 per meter monthly technology fee for Badger endpoint meters
• Consideration of year‑round irrigation billing instead of May‑October only
• Discussion of policy changes for shut‑off, tax liens, and affidavits
• Ethics ordinance/policy discussion

Coast Guard City Committee

The Coast Guard City Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its October 10, 2024 meeting. It will continue discussion of the 2025 Coast Guard City renewal application. An update on the 2025 Guardian Award will also be provided.

• Approve October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Continue discussion of the 2025 Coast Guard City renewal application
• Provide update on the 2025 Guardian Award
• Public comment period for any person or group
• Adjournment of the meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will consider a high-impact permit application for the Michigan Sauna Festival at Clinch Park (Feb 28–Mar 2). New business also includes adopting a public comment procedure, discussing Willow Creek signage, and reviewing the Brown Bridge Parks Improvement Fund. Old business covers clarifications on the Parks Master Plan RFP and recommended path forward.

• Michigan Sauna Festival high-impact permit application for Clinch Park
• Public comment procedure proposal
• Willow Creek signage discussion (Bob Otwell)
• Brown Bridge Parks Improvement Fund review
• Parks Master Plan revision RFP clarification and path forward

Recreational Authority

The Recreational Authority Board will first approve the consent calendar, which includes adopting the minutes of the Jan. 8, 2025 meeting and filing a report on recent expenditures. It will then review and vote to accept the audited financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Additional discussion items include the bow hunting season at Hickory Forest, updates on water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park, and a possible closed session for a legal opinion. The meeting concludes with reports from partner agencies and a public comment period.

• Approve consent calendar: minutes of Jan 8, 2025 meeting (approval recommended)
• Receive and file report regarding payment of expenditures
• Consider and adopt 2023‑24 audited financial statements (fiscal year end June 30, 2024)
• Review bow hunting season at Hickory Forest
• Update on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will continue discussing a proposed zoning amendment to increase allowable density in the R-2 Mixed Density Residential District from two to four dwelling units per lot. They will also review and potentially approve amended bylaws and consider the 2025/26-2030/31 Capital Improvement Plan. No final decisions are guaranteed; discussions are ongoing.

• Continued discussion on zoning amendment to increase R-2 density from 2 to 4 dwelling units per lot
• Review and potential approval of amended Planning Commission bylaws
• Introduction and consideration of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 2025/26-2030/31
• Review of 2025 Planning Commission Goals
• Approval of minutes from January 7 and January 22, 2025 meetings

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider consent calendar approvals including a social district permit and marina agreement, then discuss new business: a $100,000 MOU with Addiction Treatment Services for transitional beds for police referrals, a 500-ton road salt purchase, and a request to limit Grandview Parkway median width to 6 feet. Appointments to boards and committees are also on the agenda.

• MOU with Addiction Treatment Services for $100,000 to fund two transitional beds for police Quick Response Team referrals
• Purchase order for 500 tons of road salt
• Request from Commissioner Werner to limit Grandview Parkway median width to 6 feet between Division Street and M22
• Social district permit for Common Good Hospitality at 1115 East Eighth Street
• Three-year agreement with State of Michigan for transient slips at Duncan L. Clinch Marina

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Historic Districts Commission

The January 30, 2025 regular meeting of the Traverse City Historic Districts Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2025.

Hickory Hills Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to elect leadership, establish a 2025 schedule, and review a draft scope for the committee's purpose. Members will also discuss mountain biking recommendations and potential projects for the Brown Bridge Trust Fund ballot initiative.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of Draft Scope of the Committee
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation regarding mountain biking
• Initial discussion on Brown Bridge Trust Fund ballot initiative projects
• Future agenda item: Snowmaking Proposal

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

The Joint Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Secretary for 2025 and receive an informational update on the Commons water pressure improvement project, which aims to address deficient water pressure at Historic Barns Park. The project is in design phase with funding from the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, targeting bid by March 2025 and construction starting July 2025. A general update on other projects at the Grand Traverse Commons will also be presented.

• Election of 2025 Chair and Secretary for the Joint Planning Commission
• Commons water pressure improvement update: design ongoing, plans submitted to Garfield/GFA, hydrant flow testing this week, bid expected end of March 2025, construction planned summer 2025
• Update on general projects at the Grand Traverse Commons (no specific projects listed)

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -- Human Rights Commission

The City Commission Ad Hoc Interview Committee is meeting to interview and make recommendations for five vacant seats on the Human Rights Commission. The vacancies include terms expiring in 2025, 2026, and 2027 for both city and non-city residents.

• Interviews for Kristen Erby Weber (12:05pm), Laura Miller (12:25pm), and Brian Michael Raetz (12:45pm)
• Recommendations for five vacated seats on the Human Rights Commission
• Filling of two terms expiring June 30, 2025 (1 City Resident, 1 Non-City Resident)
• Filling of one term expiring June 30, 2026 (City Resident)
• Filling of two terms expiring June 30, 2027 (1 City Resident, 1 Non-City Resident)

ACT 345 Retirement System

The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will consider approving retiree benefit payments of $288,754.22 for January and $289,422.73 for February 2025. They will also approve investment management fees totaling $18,425.06 (WCM $8,835.70 and T. Rowe Price $9,589.36) for the fourth quarter of 2024. The board will discuss attending the MAPERS 2025 Spring Conference in Detroit. The representative from Mariner Consulting will not attend, so no investment report is expected.

• Approve retiree benefits warrants: January $288,754.22, February $289,422.73
• Approve Q4 2024 investment fee for WCM: $8,835.70
• Approve Q4 2024 investment fee for T. Rowe Price: $9,589.36
• Discuss attendance at MAPERS 2025 Spring Conference (May 17-20, Detroit)
• Approve minutes of December 17, 2024 regular meeting

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will hold a study session to review current water and sewer rate structures and metering policies. Staff are proposing a transition from a base rate with included usage to a 'ready-to-serve' fee to cover operational costs. The session also covers potential changes to irrigation billing and the implementation of a technology fee for meter endpoints.

• Proposal to replace base rates (which include 6CCF of usage) with a ready-to-serve fee
• Proposed shift to year-round irrigation billing to replace the current May 1 to October 31 window
• Proposed monthly 'technology fee' of $0.90 per meter for Badger endpoints
• Review of a solar and energy storage system estimated to save the wastewater plant $100,000 per year
• Discussion of shut-off policies and tax liens for unpaid balances

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider a request from Freshwater Development to convert a three-story office building into three townhomes. The proposal includes structural additions, removals, and exterior renovations within the Downtown Neighborhood Historic District.

• Request 25-HDC-01: Conversion of 100 North Park Street into 3 townhomes
• Proposed removal of a porte-cochere and a chimney at 100 North Park Street
• Proposed first floor addition to the SW corner and 3 dormer additions at 100 North Park Street
• Discussion on the possible expansion or addition of Historic Districts

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Brown Bridge Trust Fund

The Ad Hoc Committee is discussing a potential ballot proposal to use Brown Bridge Trust Fund principal for parks improvement and land acquisition. The body is considering deadlines for charter language and whether to use a resident survey or the Parks & Recreation Master Plan to guide spending.

• Proposed ADA improvements to parks and beach access: $250,000 - $500,000
• Proposed Pickleball and Tennis Court reconstruction: $200,000 - $250,000
• Proposed trailhead development for Spring Lake Brown Bridge Quiet Area: $250,000 - $350,000
• Outstanding 2019 projects: Ashton Park ($30,000), Jupiter Gardens ($23,000), and Highland Park ($30,000)
• Five-year projection of available funds (above $12 million cap): $1.137 million

Planning Commission Study Session

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss several items, including a proposed zoning amendment to increase allowable density in the R-2 Mixed Density Residential District from 2 to 4 dwelling units per parcel. They will also review the 2024 annual report, update their 2025 goals, and continue discussions on bylaws and short-term rental regulations. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Proposed zoning amendment to increase R-2 density from 2 to 4 units per parcel
• Review of 2024 draft annual report
• Update on 2025 Planning Commission goals
• Continued discussion on Planning Commission bylaws
• Continued discussion on short-term rental regulations

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss capital improvement allocations using Community Development Block Grant funds for FY 2024/2025. The body is also deciding on a new liquor license for In Front Hospitality LLC and appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Liquor license for In Front Hospitality LLC at 115 East Front Street and 148 East Eighth Street
• Three-year agreement for professional auditing services
• Permanent two-hour parking on Second Street between Cedar Street and Vine Street
• Concept approval for a Veterans for Peace monument in a city park
• CDBG fund allocations for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 capital improvements

Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss the 2024 annual audit and treasury reports. The board is also considering a recommendation from the Governance Committee regarding roles and responsibilities.

• Approval of DDA 2024 Annual Audit Report
• Review of 2024 Treasury Reports for Old Town TIF and TIF-97
• Governance Committee recommendation on Board roles and responsibilities
• Capital Project Priorities update
• Approval of December 2024 financial reports and disbursements

Brown Bridge Advisory Committee

The Brown Bridge Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Parks Master Plan, multi-use trails on the former Camp Greilick parcels, and hunting considerations. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Parks Master Plan update by Michelle Hunt
• Discussion of multi-use trails on former Camp Greilick parcel(s) with NMMBA/John Chase
• Hunting considerations presented by GTCD
• Review of action items and new action items

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Grand Traverse County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Ad Hoc Interview Committee will interview Erin Kricher for one appointment to the Grand Traverse County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. After the interview, the committee will consider making a recommendation for a term expiring December 31, 2027.

• Interview with Erin Kricher for appointment to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• Consideration of recommendation for appointment with term ending December 31, 2027

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning Commission

The Ad Hoc Interview Committee will conduct public interviews of three applicants (Winnie Simpson, Justin Reed, Russ Soyring) for one appointment to the Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning Commission. Following the interviews, the committee will consider making a recommendation to the City Commission for a term expiring May 14, 2027. Public comment will also be heard.

• Interview of Winnie Simpson at 12:05pm
• Interview of Justin Reed at 12:25pm
• Interview of Russ Soyring at 12:45pm
• Consideration of recommendation for one appointment to Grand Traverse Commons Joint Planning Commission (term through May 2027)
• Public comment period

**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals

This meeting of the Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals has been cancelled. No items were proposed or discussed.

CANCELLED Human Rights Commission

This meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The agenda contained only standard procedural items and an HRC budget item under reports, but no action was taken.

• Meeting cancelled – no business conducted
• Scheduled HRC Budget item not addressed

City Commission Study Session

The City Commission will discuss extending the two-year pilot converting State Street, Pine Street, and Boardman Avenue to two-way traffic. Options include ending the pilot and reverting to one-way, making the conversion permanent, or extending it with modifications. The commission will also discuss 2025 pavement projects and the Eastern Avenue sidewalk.

• Discussion on options for State Street two-way pilot: end, make permanent, or extend
• DDA and city staff recommending two-year extension of the pilot
• Discussion regarding 2025 Pavement Projects
• Discussion regarding Eastern Avenue Sidewalk

Farmers Market Advisory Board

The Farmers Market Advisory Board will consider approving the 2025 Market Rules, review vendor surveys, discuss changes to the 2024 application for the upcoming season, and introduce a Food Navigator. The board will also schedule vendor visits and approve minutes from the October 2024 meeting.

• Approval of 2025 Market Rules (Draft PDF attached)
• Review vendor surveys and discuss changes for the 2025 market season
• Review 2024 application and discuss changes for 2025
• Introduction of the Food Navigator
• Scheduling 2025 Vendor Visits

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a new business item on mountain biking at Hickory Hills, including a response from the city manager and data from other ski resorts. They will also review a peace monument proposal from Veterans for Peace and consider updates to the 5-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Hickory Hills mountain biking: commissioner letter and city manager response to concerns
• Peace Monument presentation from Veterans for Peace (Peace Wall Proposal)
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan discussion (2025-2029 approach)
• Consent calendar: approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment periods and commissioner reports

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee -Board of Zoning Appeals

The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee will interview four candidates for three open seats on the Board of Zoning Appeals. The committee will also decide on the length of the terms for the appointments.

• Interviews for Board of Zoning Appeals appointments
• Consideration of appointment terms expiring June 30, 2026 and 2027
• Public Comment period

Recreational Authority

The Board of Directors will elect its 2025 officers and consider annual goals for management entities at Historic Barns Park. The meeting includes discussions on the West Bay Waterfront shoreline and water pressure issues at the Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park.

• Election of Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer for 2025
• Consideration of 2025 Annual Goals for Botanic Garden, SEEDS, and TC Community Garden at Historic Barns Park
• Discussion of management area north of Building 223 at Historic Barns Park
• Discussion of West Bay Waterfront shoreline
• Updates on municipal water pressure problems at Grand Traverse Commons and Historic Barns Park

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Complete Streets

This ad hoc committee will continue its discussion on developing a Complete Streets policy for Traverse City, including reviewing research from other municipalities. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the December 4, 2024 Complete Streets Ad Hoc meeting
• Update on research of existing Complete Streets policies from other states, counties, and municipalities
• Continued discussion on a Complete Streets Policy for Traverse City

City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Election Commission

The City Commission Ad Hoc Interview Committee will interview Merek Roman and Chris Campbell for one appointment to the Election Commission. They will also consider recommendations for two additional appointments to the Election Commission for terms expiring December 13, 2027. The meeting includes public comment and adjournment.

• Interview Merek Roman at 12:05pm for one Election Commission appointment
• Interview Chris Campbell at 12:25pm for one Election Commission appointment
• Consider recommendations for two appointments to Election Commission (terms expiring Dec 13, 2027)
• Public comment opportunity

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold its annual election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. Commissioners will also review and discuss potential changes to their bylaws, including reducing the commission size from nine to seven members and adjusting the number of city commissioner ex-officio members. Additionally, they will set 2025 goals. No zoning or financial items are on the agenda.

• Election of officers (Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary) for 2025
• Discussion on reducing Planning Commission membership from nine to seven
• Discussion on whether to have one or two city commissioners as ex-officio members
• Annual review of Planning Commission bylaws
• Setting 2025 Planning Commission goals

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review recommended capital improvement allocations using Community Development Block Grant funds for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The body will also receive updates on the M-72 utility relocation project and planned 2025 MDOT projects.

• CDBG capital improvement allocations for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• M-72 utility relocation project involving closures of M-72 and Bay Street
• Liquor license and permits for In Front Hospitality LLC at 115 East Front Street and 148 East Eighth Street
• Resolution of Support for Pure Michigan Trail Town Application
• Purchase orders for unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel for city operational use