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.
1,689 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 (139)
- Lansing, MI (119)
- Oakland County, MI (100)
- Detroit, MI (95)
- Washtenaw County, MI (92)
- Grand Rapids, MI (78)
- Monroe County, MI (67)
- Genesee County, MI (59)
- Kalamazoo County, MI (46)
- St. Clair County, MI (45)
- Lenawee County, MI (45)
- Cass County, MI (43)
Latest matching meetings
Youth Council to discuss Jason Hill’s proposal for a publicly owned Jax‑Mart grocery store
The Jackson Youth Council will hear committee reports and address several old‑business items, including the Juneteenth scholarship and upcoming leadership elections for the 2026/2027 fiscal year. New‑business discussion will include the Jason Hill proposal for a publicly owned grocery store (Jax‑Mart) and potential…
Opioid Committee will hold a public meeting to oversee county opioid funding.
The Montcalm County Opioid Committee will meet on July 29, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in the Administration Building’s 3rd‑floor conference room. The purpose of the meeting is to provide oversight of the county’s opioid funding. No specific agenda items are listed beyond this notice.
MLK Corridor Improvement Authority to discuss Goldencrest development
The Authority will review the Goldencrest development and present awards for the Entrepreneurial Fund Round 5 grants. The board will also review financial reports from April, May, and June 2026.
Board considers $218,143 phone system upgrade and other contracts
The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board is meeting to vote on several service contracts and grant amendments. The board will also review voucher listings and receive updates from the CEO and CFO.
Board considers $11.7 million Head Start agreement and $3.5 million trail grant
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple grant awards, personnel requests, and service contracts. Key items include funding for senior services, public safety equipment, and community development agreements.
Discussion of MVAA FY26 CVSF Grant status
The Otsego County Veteran’s Affairs Committee will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2026. Members will review the May 19, 2026 minutes and discuss the status of the MVAA FY26 CVSF Grant. The agenda also includes a preview of the Northern MI Benefit Fair scheduled for November 5, 2026, clerk interviews, and several…
City Commission to authorize up to $45 M in capital improvement bonds
The Grand Rapids City Commission will vote on a resolution authorizing capital improvement bonds not to exceed $45 million for the 1500 Scribner Ave NW project and the Fire Training Center. The agenda also includes approvals for a $150,000 FY2027 contract with Experience Grand Rapids, a $335,000 grant from the Wege…
City authorizes up to $45 M bonds for 1500 Scribner Ave NW & fire training center
The Grand Rapids Fiscal Committee will vote on a series of resolutions covering investment policy changes, contract authorizations, grant acceptances, budget substitutions, and a major capital improvement bond issue. Key items include a $45 M bond for infrastructure at 1500 Scribner Ave NW and the Fire Training…
Alley repaving and storm water drain project discussed at DDA meeting
The Garden City Downtown Development Authority board will approve the regular DDA minutes from April 21, 2026 and accept the revenue, expenditure, and finance reports listed for June 2026. It will consider several action items with public comment, including alley repaving and storm water drainage, a SEMCOG planning…
Public hearing on CDBG grant to build five homes on former Leslie High School site
The Leslie City Council will hold a public hearing to review a Community Development Block Grant application for constructing five single‑family detached homes on the former high school site. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a street millage and CDBG‑related policy items. Consent agenda…
Transportation presentation discusses upcoming bike lane demos and safety measures
The Neighborhood Improvement Committee met on July 21, 2026 to review updates and discuss transportation issues. A presentation by Transportation Services Director Brian White covered speed limits, traffic control warrants, bus stop safety, crash data, the Complete Streets policy, and plans for two bike‑lane…
Board to approve $2.49 million county payment and other financial actions
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners will consider a closed‑session attorney‑client privileged opinion of labor counsel. They will approve two accounts payable claims totaling about $4 million. The board will accept communications to adopt revisions to the pension board ordinance and the retiree health‑care trust…
City Council to review Event Hub and Community Center payments
The City Council will consider several project payments and administrative items. Discussions include public safety millage renewals and the upcoming August 4, 2026, State Primary Election.
Board adopts enforcement plan for unpermitted events at Presque Isle Park
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the agenda and minutes, then adopted a plan to educate the public and enforce the ordinance limiting gatherings to 12 people at Blackrocks and the Cove area of Presque Isle Park. The motion, proposed by Michael Potts and seconded by Jamie Glenn, passed with one…
Council to approve $377,612.11 change order for wastewater treatment plant upgrades
The Albion City Council will vote on a range of items, including several consent calendar approvals and individual agenda items. Key decisions include a $377,612.11 change order for wastewater treatment plant renovations and a $50,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The council will also…
Committee to consider $1.46 M opioid settlement contract for engagement center
The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will review unfinished business on DACC data‑improvement commitments and consider several new petitions and contract authorizations. Items include festival and parade permits, a Turnstile event at the Russell Industrial Center, a $700,000 increase for the Joe…
Board to review FY 2027-2029 budget, vote on road funding, sheriff facility purchase
The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation of the recommended FY 2027-2029 budget. They will also vote on consent agenda items including road improvement appropriations for South Lyon and Brandon Township, a purchase of property for a sheriff's training facility, and numerous grants for public health and…
Committee considers $3.5 million grant for Genesee County Legacy Trail System
The Community & Economic Development Committee will review a grant for trail development and cooperation agreements for CDBG funding. The meeting also includes a report on the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report.
County approves $724,450 HRSA grant for Healthy Start program
The Finance Committee will consider several approvals, including a grant award of $724,450 from the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Healthy Start Program in the Health Department. It will also vote on a $30,000 amendment for additional medical examiner services, multiple purchase orders for…
Sheriff's Office seeks $155,612 for truck driving simulator for jail program
The Governmental Operations Committee will vote on a $155,612 purchase of a Virage Truck Driving Simulator for the Genesee County Jail's IGNITE workforce development program, funded by a GIVE grant. Other items include a $118,000 subscription for prosecutor software, a $28,700 DNR marine safety grant, and an MOU for a…
Committee considers $11.7 million Head Start agreement and senior service funding
The Human Services Committee is reviewing several funding agreements for social services and senior care. Key items include a large personnel agreement for the Head Start Program and various funding increases for senior centers and veteran services.
Public Works Committee considers $6.4M jail and courthouse masonry repairs
The committee is voting on 12 new business items, including a $6.4 million agreement for masonry repairs at the Genesee County Jail and Circuit Courthouse, a $400,000 grant from the Ruth Mott Foundation for North Flint Public Safety Strategy, and multiple IT service contracts and purchase orders. The meeting will also…
Gateway board to hear updates on design project, ARPA funds
The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority will hold a monthly meeting to discuss updates on the Design Project, coordinate with Public Service and CATA, and review the status of ARPA funds. The only action item is approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee reviews project proposals and bylaw amendments
The committee is meeting to discuss several project proposals and potential amendments to its bylaws. Members will also review updates on planting, orchards, and the fund's longer-term plan and priorities.
Board to appoint mental health board director and approve IT refresh
The Van Buren County Board of Commissioners will consider appointing a director to the Van Buren Community Mental Health Board, approve a server refresh, and authorize accepting a Michigan Agricultural Preservation Program grant.
County COW to weigh sewer project, state grants, radio encryption
The Van Buren County Committee of the Whole will hear a Senior Services update and consider the Bankson Lake Sewer Extension Project, a Specialty Court substance abuse grant application, and acceptance of a Michigan Agricultural Preservation Program grant. Expedited items include mobile radio encryption and multiple…
Board discusses Stratford Crossing sales agreement and local grants
The Board of Trustees will discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Topics include a sales agreement for Stratford Crossing, a grant request for the Bloomingdale Artists Associate, and a parking code amendment for Benton Lane.
Board to accept $25,000 grant for Farmer's Alley fencing project
The Downtown Economic Growth Authority Board will approve the minutes from June 15, 2026 and accept the May 2026 financial report. It will review the 2027 DEGA draft budget and consider hiring Dams & Associates, Inc. for a strategic retreat at a cost up to $4,200. The board will also vote on two grant acceptances…
Fenton City Council to appoint City Assessor and approve $620,539.60 in invoices
The City Council will consider the appointment of a City Assessor and a member to the Downtown Development Authority. The body will review a Community Development Block Grant agreement and a temporary easement for Consumers Energy. The meeting includes the authorization of over $620,000 in invoice payments.
County to accept $7,139.16 increase for substance abuse program
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to accept an additional $7,139.16 from Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health for the Substance Use Disorder and Prevention Program, bringing the total to $275,071.37. The resolution also authorizes the Health Officer to execute necessary documents. The…
Committee to discuss recycling, composting, and environmental grants
The Environmental Citizen's Committee will review financial updates, recycling efforts, and a proposed food composting pilot program for schools. The agenda also includes updates on the seed library, spring plant sale, and mini-grant program.
Commission to discuss grants for Aurand Park playscape and pickleball courts
The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider approving minutes from May 7, 2026, and monthly reports for May and June 2026. Old business includes discussions on a grant for the Aurand Park playscape (Gametime Play Systems), an update on Walter & Mary Burke Park, and a grant update for the DNR Trust Fund submission…
Downtown Lansing Inc. to discuss outreach and streetscape art
The Board of Downtown Lansing Inc. will meet to discuss several operational items and grant programs. The meeting includes reviews of financial reports and updates on Old Town.
Tecumseh DDA to discuss mural projects and website upgrades
The Tecumseh Downtown Development Authority will discuss funding for the Market on Evans Mural Project and NE Parking Lot Streetscape Project, approve an exception to competitive bidding for a website upgrade, and consider a sponsorship request for the Appleumpkin Festival.
Committee to consider purchasing West Hamlin Road property for sheriff training facility
The Finance Committee will consider recommending several items to the full Board, including purchasing 3255 West Hamlin Road for a Sheriff's Office training facility, abolishing a brownfield redevelopment plan in Novi, renewing IT service agreements, and approving sponsorships for community events. The committee will…
Committee will approve road‑improvement funding for South Lyon and Brandon
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider two budget amendments that appropriate FY 2026 funds for Tri‑Party Road Improvement Programs with the City of South Lyon (Project No. 56331) and the Township of Brandon (Project No. 58622). It will also review several economic‑development proposals…
Committee to vote on Pine Township reimbursement
The Community Advancement Committee will decide on reimbursing Pine Township for a project, receive updates on Crystal DDA and Lakeview projects, and consider updated funding guidelines. A letter of support for Crystal Township DDA and a committee vacancy are also on the agenda.
Commission considers $3,600 safety program request from Sheriff’s Office
The Monroe County Commission on Aging will decide whether to fund the Sheriff’s Office safety and wellness program with $3,600 for 2026. It will also consider moving $750 from a contingency account to a postage account for outreach postcards. A revision request for the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program will be…
Committee to adopt soil erosion and construction code fees, restructure inspector position
The Eaton County Public Works and Human Services Committee will consider adopting fee schedules for soil erosion control and construction codes, and a proposal to change an inspector position from part-time to full-time. The committee will also discuss releasing an encumbrance for a Land and Water Conservation Fund…
Board to approve funding amendments and resolutions for health programs.
The Board of Health will approve vouchers and resolutions, including amendments for the Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health and Environmental Health Office, and funding from United Way and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.