City of Clio

Key discussions included a report on the upcoming Clio CandleLite Nite event. The Treasurer's Report for July 1, 2025, through November 30, 2025, was reviewed, showing a closing balance of $67,148.42. Old Business items addressed included receiving no update on bat removal, no report on finishing the ticket booth, and a positive update that the Clio City Commission supported splitting the Amphitheater off from the Clio Park ordinance. Tacoma Productions will continue to provide concessions for all eight 2026 summer concerts. A proposal outlining a Parking Lot Lease Agreement with Clio Area Schools for summer concert parking was recommended for presentation to the Clio City Commission. The Board also discussed the 2026 Amphitheater Ticket Pass design, future discussion on Amphitheater Volunteer Incentives, efforts to secure non-tribute shows, and the payment of the Clio Chamber of Commerce $50.00 annual membership fee for 2026. Finally, a motion passed to award plaques to sponsors donating $1,000.00 or more, as well as to specific businesses for providing performer accommodations and meals. Staff reported on the removal of the pond and plans to remove the deck in the spring.

The meeting commenced with a public hearing regarding Sidewalk Improvements Special Assessment District, where no objections were raised concerning the proposed improvements, cost estimate, and assessment district. Staff reports were provided by the City Administrator, Chief of Police, and DPS Superintendent. Key actions included the appointment of Richard Germain as a City Commissioner. New business involved the approval of Resolution 26-1 Confirming Plans for Special Assessment District, the adoption of Ordinance 538 which amends and revises Chapter 65: Streets and Sidewalks regarding signs, and approvals for the request for Proposals for a Parks Improvement Plan and the Capital Improvement Plan. Appointments were also made for the G.C. Metropolitan Alliance Elected Representative (Duane Mosher), alternate (Josh Westfall), and Citizen Representative (Margaret Manser). The meeting concluded after commissioner comments and excusing absent members.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding amendments and revisions to Chapter 65, Article III, concerning Signs in the City of Clio Code of Ordinances. Staff reports were provided by the City Administrator, Chief of Police, City Clerk, and City Treasurer. Key actions included the approval of the agenda and bills totaling $70,053.30. Under New Business, the Commission approved the first reading of the Ordinance amending the Sign regulations, adopted the City of Clio's DDA Fund Deficit Elimination Plan, approved the 2026 requirements for poverty exemption, and approved a Parking Lease Agreement with Clio Schools. The Commission also approved attendance for the MML on-site training program scheduled for January 14, 2026. The vacant Commission seat appointment was deferred to the January 5, 2026 agenda.

The meeting agenda was approved with the addition of a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) item concerning a Candle Lite Nite request for up to $1,000.00. Discussions regarding Unfinished Business included the review and subsequent approval of amendments to the Sign Ordinance, sending them to the City Commission. New Business covered the draft review of the Park Ordinance, with approval contingent upon Rogers Lodge rotary discussion, and the scheduling adjustment for the November and December meetings, moving them from the fourth to the third Wednesday due to holidays. Under the DDA section, the commission approved bills totaling $1,489.93 and the proposed donation of up to $1,000 for Candle Lite Nite.

The Regular Commission Meeting included the presentation of the 2024-2025 Audit by Roslund, Prestage & Company, PC, alongside a financial overview by the City Administrator. Staff reports were provided by the City Administrator, Chief of Police, and DPS Superintendent. The agenda was approved with the addition of the Christmas Light Lease item. New Business featured the acceptance of the FY 2024-2025 Audit, approval of Resolution 25-41 appointing members to the Neighborhood Improvement Authority, an amendment to the CandleLite Nite Special Event Application to include food trucks, a request for budget re-allocation of $6,500 for a police camera system, and approval for LeClerc Display Co. Inc. to install holiday lighting downtown. In Unfinished Business, a committee was formed to interview candidates for the vacant Commission seat.