Grants & funding in Michigan local government
What Michigan city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,315 Michigan meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Michigan with the most grants & funding activity
- Berrien County, MI (293)
- Lansing, MI (125)
- Oakland County, MI (95)
- Detroit, MI (92)
- Washtenaw County, MI (90)
- Grand Rapids, MI (77)
- Genesee County, MI (69)
- Monroe County, MI (68)
- St. Clair County, MI (47)
- Cass County, MI (47)
- Kalamazoo County, MI (45)
- Eaton County, MI (44)
Latest matching meetings
Opioid Committee to oversee opioid funding at public meeting
The Montcalm County Opioid Committee is holding a public meeting to oversee opioid funding. The agenda contains only procedural notices about the meeting's time, location, and accessibility accommodations, with no specific action items listed.
Downtown Lansing board to discuss safety, grants, and events
The Downtown Lansing Inc. board is meeting to discuss downtown safety initiatives, a business improvement grant program, and upcoming events. The agenda includes reports on city updates and action items, but no final decisions are listed.
HRC to discuss role in ensuring equitable ELPD enforcement
The East Lansing Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss its role in ensuring equitable enforcement of laws by the East Lansing Police Department, review a formal complaint response process, and consider appointing two representatives to the Community Development Advisory Committee. The agenda also includes…
Human Services Board to hold public hearing on CAPER report
The Portage Human Services Board is holding a special meeting to receive public comments on the CAPER report and discuss it. The board will also discuss a Red Ribbon Week proclamation and a Community Resource Expo at Crossroads Mall, including funding timelines.
Committee reviews housing programs and 2025 performance report
The Urban County Executive Committee meets to discuss updates to federal housing programs, review the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report, and prepare for 2027 project cycles. Members also approved a 2027 meeting calendar and discussed homelessness data.
Committee to review landfill proposal and funding options
The Washtenaw County Materials Management Planning Committee is meeting to discuss a landfill proposal and a funding presentation. They will also review new member feedback, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and plan next steps. The public can attend via Zoom but cannot participate except during public…
Fiscal Committee to review $720K lead hazard grant and $39.5M bond sale
The Grand Rapids Fiscal Committee is meeting to consider several financial items, including accepting a $720,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for lead hazard control, a $834,595 grant continuation from the Auto Theft Prevention Authority, and a $39,540,000 bond sale. The agenda also…
DDA/BRA to consider facade grant and Brownfield plan for 118 W. Clay Ave.
The Downtown Development Authority and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve minutes, accept financial reports, and consider a facade grant for Muskegon Electric Coil Tattoo and Body Piercing. They will also discuss a Brownfield plan amendment and a development and reimbursement agreement for Revilo…
Committee to accept $15,000 grant for Sanford Dam mural project
The Administration & Operations Committee will consider accepting a $15,000 grant from the Midland Area Community Foundation for the Sanford Dam Mural and Walkway Project, along with revisions to the county purchasing policy and a lease agreement with the Humane Society of Midland County. The meeting also includes…
Board to review revised materials management plan timeline and WTE operations
The Kent County Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and decide on several operational items, including a revised timeline for the Materials Management Plan, a presentation on waste-to-energy equipment placement, and acceptance of a state recycling grant. The board will also hear a presentation from Purpose…
Committee to review landfill reports, grants, and airport insurance
The Environmental/Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a reappointment to the Aeronautics Advisory Board, a SEMCOG planning assistance grant for a trails plan, a funding request from the Blue Water Conservation District, and an insurance renewal for the airport. The…
Committee to review contracts, grants, and rate increase
The St. Clair County Judiciary/Public Safety Committee will consider several contracts and agreements, including a contract addendum for probation resident services, a homeland security grant agreement, and software contracts. They will also discuss a resolution to increase probate court appointed attorney rates and a…
Committee to review Veterans Affairs grant and health dept investigation
The St. Clair County Human Services Committee will discuss updates, conceptual initiatives, and old business, including a third-party investigation discussion regarding the Health Department. New business includes a 2027 County Veterans Service Fund grant application from the Department of Veterans Affairs and a…
Board reviews potential Hydro funding for park conservation projects
The Cass County Parks and Recreation Commission met to review updates on the Dark Sky initiative, LWCF parking lot construction, and the removal of the Sears boat lift. The board discussed potential funding from Hydro for conservation projects, including bank erosion control and bridge repairs. Additionally, the…
Ways & Means to set FY2027/28 budget priorities, accept two grants
The Lansing City Council Committee on Ways and Means will discuss and potentially vote on accepting two grants: one from the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan for a CSA program, and one from the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office for the Old Town Commercial Association. The committee will…
Committee to review road funding, drain assessments, transit projects
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider recommendations on road improvement appropriations, water resource maintenance assessments, transit projects, and various contracts and grants. The agenda includes several items requiring recommendation to the full Board, as well as informational…
Board to consider letter of support for Arcadia Creek Festival Place grant
The Downtown Economic Growth Authority Board is meeting to handle routine procedural items and one discussion/action item: a grant letter of support for Arcadia Creek Festival Place. The board will also take public comments and hear director comments.
Council to review CDBG/HOME budget and CAPER 2026
The Citizens District Council is meeting to discuss community and neighborhood services, including a CDBG/HOME budget update, the CAPER 2026 report, and recognition of a CDBG award. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details provided.
Commission to discuss accessibility grants, noise ordinance, and building updates
The Ferndale Accessibility & Inclusion Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss accessibility renovation grants, updates from the building official, and a noise ordinance. The agenda also includes planning future city guests, setting objectives, and possible field work. This is a regular working meeting with…
Commission to consider vacating a public alley and approving $1.1M in expenditures
The Marine City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to vacate a public alley, and will review expenditures totaling $1,112,825.30. The agenda also includes special event permits for holiday events, a trail maintenance grant letter, and a Title VI Plan update.
Committee discusses state funding priorities and emergency fund draft process
The Washtenaw County Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting on August 31, 2026, to discuss state funding availability and priorities for the County Matching Initiative. The agenda includes a presentation on the Community Needs Assessment and a review of the draft process for the Emergency…
Board to establish PACE program and sell property in consent calendar
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the PACE program and vote on several routine resolutions. These include approving bills, establishing the PACE program, selling property, and funding a 911 apprenticeship program. The meeting also includes committee reports and a veterans donation…
Opioid settlement committee to review proposal scoring and grantee reporting
The Otsego County Opioid Settlement Steering Committee is meeting to discuss administrative procedures for distributing opioid settlement funds. The agenda includes reviewing the proposal review and scoring process, discussing grantee reporting requirements, and contract development. No final decisions are listed; the…
DDA to vote on $50,000 facade grant for Allen Park Dental Care
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on three facade improvement grants, including a $50,000 request from Allen Park Dental Care, and approve a $8,950 payment to Z Shawarma King. They will also accept the July financial report and approve June and July expenses. The agenda includes routine items…
DDA to vote on $112,549 in facade grants for five businesses
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on approving several facade improvement grants totaling $112,549.22, along with routine items like meeting minutes, financial reports, and expense approvals. The board will also hear updates from the mayor, executive director, and attorney.
DDA to rescind $8,100 in unused facade grants, amend policy
The Westland Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, vouchers, and several actions related to the facade improvement grant program, including rescinding $8,100 in unused funds and amending the program policy. The board will also discuss training and hear comments from the director, citizens, and…
DDA to hold public hearings on Spicer Group and Tri-Star Trust redevelopments
The Saginaw Downtown Development Authority is meeting to consider two redevelopment projects: Spicer Group and Tri-Star Trust. The agenda includes public hearings and proposed approval of interlocal agreements for both projects, along with a report from the DDA Façade Grant Committee.
DDA to consider Match on Main agreement, facade grants, and June bills
The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular August meeting to approve consent agenda items, including minutes from various committees, and to review June bills and accounts totaling $15,791.56. The board will also hear updates on the Tibbits, discuss a Match on Main agreement, a CED Fellow…
Parks Committee to discuss Springfield Park Phase 3 fundraising and Hickory Park grant
The Buchanan Parks Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several park-related items. Key topics include a fundraising update and planning for Springfield Park Phase 3, a potential Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Hickory Park, and budget matters. No final decisions are…
DDA committee to award $70K in facade grants to 7 Saginaw properties
The Saginaw Downtown Development Authority's Facade Grant Committee will review and likely decide on seven facade improvement grant applications, totaling $31,308.50 in requested funds against a $70,000 budget. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, individual grant applications, and open comment. All…
County board to hold CDBG public hearing, approve $90,609.77 housing grant
The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed Program Year 2025 CDBG funding and closeout of Program Year 2024 grants with MSHDA, and consider resolutions authorizing $90,609.77 in program income funding for low-to-moderate income housing improvements. The board will also review…
County board to consider fairgrounds tower MOU, land acquisition, salary schedule
The Van Buren County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items and receive updates, including a memorandum of understanding with the Van Buren Intermediate School District for use of the fairgrounds tower, acquisition of parcels in the Village of Bloomingdale, and an expedited update on…
Community Corrections Board to review FY 2027 grant proposal and officer vote
The Monroe County Community Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to approve routine items including the agenda, May 2026 minutes, and expenditure reports for March through June 2026. The board will hear the coordinator's report on the 3rd Quarter Program Update and a FY 2027 Grant State Recommendation Proposal…
Land Bank reviews property applications and blight grant
The Lenawee County Land Bank Authority is meeting to review financial reports, discuss applications for properties at 602 & 616 French St. and 410 E. Beecher St., and consider a blight elimination grant for 140 W. Main St in Addison. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.
Plan Commission to review floodplain ordinance, DORA, grants, design guidelines
The Superior Plan Commission will review and make recommendations on several items, including a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) ordinance, small business grants for Superior Tavern and Flow Studio, a floodplain ordinance update, Downtown Superior Design Guidelines, and a Community Land Trust Program…
Council to vote on street closure, floodplain rules, and paving bids
The Coldwater City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance introduction, including closing S. Monroe Street for Hoptoberfest, amending a grant agreement for the Butters Ave. reconstruction, updating the floodplain management ordinance, applying for a historical marker, and awarding a bid for the…
Council to consider ending Flock camera agreements, supportive housing funds
The Lansing City Council will vote on several items, including a resolution to terminate all agreements with Flock for automated license plate reader cameras, an ordinance to allocate funding for Supportive Housing Services, and the creation of an Office of the Independent Internal Auditor. The agenda also includes…
Corridor authority to vote on insurance, bank transfer, grants
The Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority board will hold its monthly meeting, including votes on board insurance, a bank account transfer, and grant materials. The board will also receive updates on corridor projects, including the website and corridor banners, and will consider approving the minutes from…
County to consider Market One as administrator for homeowner repair grant program
The Cass County Land Bank is reviewing a proposal from Market One to serve as Third-Party Administrator for the CDBG Homeowner Improvement Project (HIP) Program, which funds urgent health and safety repairs for homeowners. The agenda includes Market One's qualifications, proposed staffing, and a detailed grant…
County to accept $4,000 state grant for staff wellbeing
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution to accept a $4,000 Wellbeing Mini Grant from the Michigan Association of Local Public Health. The funds are designated to support health department staff with workplace stress and emotional wellbeing. The grant period runs from January 2026 through…