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   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Committee interviews 3 candidates for Parks & Recreation Commission openings",
   "summary": "The City Commission Ad Hoc Committee is interviewing three applicants for open terms on the Parks & Recreation Commission expiring September 1, 2026, and will consider making appointment recommendations. The agenda includes interviews with Emma Hughes, Paul Wilkins, and Tina Soyring, followed by a discussion of recommendations. Public comment and adjournment are also scheduled.",
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   "date": "2026-08-21",
   "body": "Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "DDA to consider consulting contracts for State Street and Rotary Square projects",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2026, to consider approving consulting services for the State Street and Rotary Square projects, along with routine consent calendar items such as minutes and financial reports. The agenda includes public comment periods and reports from the executive director and staff.",
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   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "City Commission Ad Hoc Committee - Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Committee interviews 4 applicants for Parks & Recreation Commission seats",
   "summary": "The Ad Hoc Committee is interviewing four applicants for appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission, with terms expiring September 1, 2026. The committee will consider recommendations for these appointments. The agenda also includes public comment and adjournment.",
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   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Arts Commission",
   "headline": "Arts Commission to review Hickory Hills 75th anniversary display and Mazinaadin repairs",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Arts Commission will hear a proposal for a historical display celebrating Hickory Hills' 75th anniversary, review damage and repair costs for the Mazinaadin tunnel exhibit, and discuss updates on gateway sculptures, the 2027 Mural Festival, and project prioritization. The agenda includes consent items for approving July meeting minutes and financial report.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Complete Streets Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to rank Complete Streets projects, discuss Lake Street traffic calming",
   "summary": "The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will review and consider approving the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes, discuss housekeeping items including the annual pavement marking review, and rank potential projects using a rubric. They will specifically discuss Lake Street traffic calming and review a list of resident and organizational requests for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements across the city.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367684/Complete%20Streets%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2018%20Aug%2020.pdf?handle=243E628692D046ECA30B639AFD43CFC7",
   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Planning Commission Study Session",
   "headline": "Traverse City Planning Commission study session cancelled",
   "summary": "This meeting agenda is a cancellation notice for the Traverse City Planning Commission Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The notice was posted on Thursday, August 13, 2026. No items for discussion or decision are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367677/__CANCELLATION%20NOTICE__%20Planning%20Commission%20Stu.pdf?handle=7E83BC7D9179411DBC988F9EA5F90BC9",
   "minutes_url": null,
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   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "City Commission Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Commission to approve consent calendar with multiple purchase orders and contracts",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 17, 2026, primarily to consider a consent calendar of routine items, including approval of minutes, purchase orders for repairs and chemicals, and housekeeping resolutions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367661/City%20Commission%20Regular%20Meeting%20-%2017%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=37CCC96EA1F64FA09A4D7A824E1E9B0C",
   "minutes_url": null,
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   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals",
   "headline": "Board of Zoning Appeals meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367109/__CANCELLATION%20NOTICE__%20Board%20of%20Zoning%20Appeals.pdf?handle=A9A418E8BD0649FF9BBE65D4FE5BD80A",
   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Human Rights Commission",
   "headline": "HRC to discuss housing task force, FLOCK cameras, and strategic planning",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including a report from the Housing & Homelessness Taskforce, the FLOCK camera system and proposed data centers, and strategic planning. The commission will also review printing quotes for its brochure and consider orientation for new members. The agenda includes public comment periods and reports on budget and calendar.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367285/Human%20Rights%20Commission%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=58945A3FD53D4B4C85EE088F6F37AAF6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29080"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Commission Meeting Cancellation",
   "headline": "Traverse City Commission study meeting cancelled for August 10, 2026",
   "summary": "This agenda is a cancellation notice for the City Commission study meeting originally scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Commission Chambers. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367278/City%20Commission%20Meeting%20Cancellation%20-%2010%20Aug%202.pdf?handle=87E0E1F63D6448AA9864FEDE7DAB81CE",
   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to decide on two high-impact park event permits",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Parks and Recreation Commission will review two high-impact park usage permits at its August 6 meeting: one for the Downtown Fine Art Fair at Clinch Park and another for TCPD Resilience Night. The meeting will also include old business on park fee discussions and Hickory Hills updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367051/Parks%20and%20Recreation%20Commission%20-%2006%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=EBFFD7F07DC249DCA6E2A3FAFB1C5F8C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29067"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Coast Guard City Committee",
   "headline": "Coast Guard City Committee to introduce Commander Chanel Lee",
   "summary": "The Coast Guard City Committee will meet to introduce Commander Chanel Lee and consider the approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The committee will also receive updates on upcoming local events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367016/Coast%20Guard%20City%20Committee%20-%2006%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=2970714D59A745F49659B08E61F56F7D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29076"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Recreational Authority",
   "headline": "Board to consider ski grooming payment, entry design, and elevator silo décor",
   "summary": "The Recreational Authority Board will vote on paying $7,740 for Hickory Meadows ski grooming, discuss a conceptual design for the Historic Barns Park entry precinct, and consider décor ideas for the Elevator Silo. The board may also enter closed session to discuss real property purchase or lease.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367082/Recreational%20Authority%20-%2005%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=1DCB8743510B4AE8A487A1E77D1D3008",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29078"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Planning Commission Regular Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29070"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "City Commission Meeting Cancellation",
   "headline": "Traverse City cancels August 3, 2026 City Commission meeting",
   "summary": "The City Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2026. No business will be conducted at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/367026/City%20Commission%20Meeting%20Cancellation%20-%2003%20Aug%202.pdf?handle=51BCA38C3B104FD88A506A2534DB4AA9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29077"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Historic Districts Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Districts Commission to review five property alteration requests",
   "summary": "The Commission will consider several requests for exterior renovations, additions, and window replacements in the Central Neighborhood and Downtown Historic Districts. The meeting includes a review of plans for residential additions and a commercial renovation into a restaurant and apartments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366865/Historic%20Districts%20Commission%20-%2030%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=D533E56C7FFC4479AFE07E3F7C6EA230",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29068"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "ACT 345 Retirement System",
   "headline": "Board to approve retiree benefits and quarterly consultant invoices",
   "summary": "The ACT 345 Retirement System Board will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting, retiree benefits for August 2026 totaling $294,829.76, and re-appoint two officials. The board will also hear a presentation from Mariner Consulting and vote on several quarterly invoices from consultants and legal services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366799/ACT%20345%20Retirement%20System%20-%2028%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=23DFBAE9C83645B08E3B09FE312AD71D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=28899"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "City Commission Meeting Cancellation",
   "headline": "City Commission Study Meeting cancelled for July 27, 2026",
   "summary": "The City Commission Study Meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026, has been cancelled. No other business or decisions are listed in the provided document.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366788/City%20Commission%20Meeting%20Cancellation%20-%2027%20Jul%202.pdf?handle=2C891A77FE1D46978C7943330AC202CE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29065"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Planning Commission Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider rezoning 314 E. Eighth Street for housing",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone 314 E. Eighth Street from a Neighborhood Center District to a Multiple-Family Dwelling District. The property is part of a tract intended for a low to moderate income housing development managed by the Traverse City Housing Authority.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366664/Planning%20Commission%20Special%20Meeting%20-%2021%20Jul%2020.pdf?handle=2E0806505FF2401F844BFE2DDF476F33",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29063"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Complete Streets Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee reviews Seventh Street and Cass Street safety projects",
   "summary": "The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will review proposed changes to Seventh Street between Division and Cass, including a west-bound bike lane option, and will discuss the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons at Cass and 16th Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366568/Complete%20Streets%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2021%20Jul%2020.pdf?handle=B3379A16E6CE4B2392FA5BBCC2A576BE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29032"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "City Commission Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Commission to vote on extending TIF‑97 plan for downtown development",
   "summary": "The City Commission will consider a range of items, including several liquor‑license amendments, permanent traffic control orders, and contract approvals. Old business includes a public hearing on the 2026‑2030 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and a recommendation to place a ballot proposal to amend and extend the Downtown Development Authority TIF‑97 plan on the November 3, 2026 election. New business features a professional‑services agreement for the operation of Hickory Hills Ski Area and a request for ADU regulation recommendations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366654/City%20Commission%20Regular%20Meeting%20-%2020%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=54180DAE48F2499C945238AD67C4CC2C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29054"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-17",
   "body": "Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "DDA Board to vote on TIF‑97 budget amendment and multiple service agreements",
   "summary": "The Downtown Development Authority Board will consider items on the consent calendar, including approval of June 2026 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board will also act on new business items: a budget amendment for Tax Increment Financing District 97, and agreements for INFORM construction documents, a sidewalk improvement reimbursement, and Greenlight marketing services. Each new item is presented with an “approval recommended” motion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366505/Downtown%20Development%20Authority%20Regular%20Meeting%20.pdf?handle=98D84FF58DCC46A59E0936E72299A367",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=28948"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Arts Commission",
   "headline": "Commission reviews $15,000 contract for Gateway Sculptures and safety fixes for Mazinaadin exhibit",
   "summary": "The Arts Commission will consider approving the $15,000 payment for Ellen's Gateway Sculptures contract and discuss next steps for repairing the Mazinaadin exhibit in Clinch Park tunnel. It will also review the June meeting minutes and financial report, update on the 2027 Mural Festival, and consider a project prioritization exercise and public art ordinance review.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366433/Arts%20Commission%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=A285094F283F45CE9D115FDDF7DA33B9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29060"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Hickory Hills Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hickory Hills Advisory Committee to discuss annual report, enterprise fund, and mountain bike RFP update",
   "summary": "The Hickory Hills Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from May 28, 2026, then receive an update on management and staffing, a presentation on the Hickory Hills Enterprise Fund, and updates on old business including the Mountain Bike RFP and the 75th Anniversary Celebration. The committee will also review its final annual report to the City Commission and hear member and user group reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366336/Hickory%20Hills%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2A6849A5F1564F0CB33FDA147EF2B36A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29055"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Grand Traverse Commons Joint City of Traverse City/Garfield Township Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Grand Traverse Commons planning and infrastructure updates",
   "summary": "The Joint Planning Commission is reviewing several items regarding the Grand Traverse Commons. Discussion topics include infrastructure evaluations, a master plan update, an accessible trail project, and Red Drive.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366271/Grand%20Traverse%20Commons%20Joint%20City%20of%20Traverse%20C.pdf?handle=E8E770ED47F348A39C3AE221FC060BAE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29062"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "**CANCELLATION NOTICE** Board of Zoning Appeals",
   "headline": "Traverse City Board of Zoning Appeals meeting cancelled for July 14, 2026",
   "summary": "This meeting has been cancelled. No public hearings or decisions will occur.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/365946/__CANCELLATION%20NOTICE__%20Board%20of%20Zoning%20Appeals.pdf?handle=F5A511E07BC94B9AB0EAFC4051CC0767",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29057"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "City Commission Study Session",
   "headline": "Traverse City discusses pavement management and sidewalk snow removal",
   "summary": "The City Commission will review the 2025/26 Pavement Asset Management Plan to evaluate roadway conditions and funding needs. The session also includes an introduction of Deputy City Manager Valarie Handy and a discussion regarding service levels for sidewalk snow removal.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366263/City%20Commission%20Study%20Session%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=4937B837C4CF4FFF9BBAB57471C0E9E1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29059"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Human Rights Commission",
   "headline": "Human Rights Commission to discuss updated complaint form",
   "summary": "The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will discuss an updated complaint form for filing discrimination reports, a possible strategic planning session, and a revised commission brochure. Commissioners will also receive a report from the Housing & Homelessness Task Force and review the HRC budget and yearly calendar.",
   "agenda_url": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/document/366205/Human%20Rights%20Commission%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=813D02C4CFD54C1DAC993A484BFF1F8C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://traversecitymi.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=29061"
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