City of Saginaw

Key discussion points included the nomination and unanimous approval of a new committee secretary for service beginning in 2025. The committee reviewed the Saginaw Animal Services budget overview for FY 2025, which detailed planned increases for items such as data processing (including new ShelterPro software) and hiring an additional staff member. The Kitty Committee provided an update on nuisance complaint processes and the development of a Colony Caregiver application form related to the TNVR program. Significant time was dedicated to reviewing and discussing proposed changes and additions to Chapter 6, Animals, Ordinance, resulting in the unanimous approval of amendments with recommended revisions. Finally, the committee recommended and approved the dates for the 2025 Regular Meetings.

The meeting commenced with introductions due to new members present. A training presentation was conducted by the Assistant City Manager regarding the committee's purpose, quorum requirements, and operational matters. Key actions taken included the election of new officers for the fiscal year: Chair Joe Stout, Vice Chair Judy Deller, and Secretary Julie Jacobson. The committee established regular meeting dates for 2026, moving to Thursdays at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers, and confirmed the final 2025 meeting date. Additionally, a brief report was provided concerning the Animal Services' 2026 budget, which is pending City Council approval.

The meeting focused on the discussion and action regarding recommendations for park projects funded by the parks bond, based on the 2021 master plan updates. Key priorities discussed included the redevelopment of William Houston Field (including new softball/baseball field, concessions, restrooms, bleachers, and parking) and the replacement of the playground at the same location. Other major priorities involved expanding the dog park at Willow Creek Park from two bays to three bays to allow for rotation and recovery, and at Highland Station, renovating the dog park and expanding sports courts to include pickleball, while retaining existing tennis and basketball courts. Discussion also touched upon the potential for skate park renovation at Highland Station, and board members reviewed community interest data from a 2022 survey highlighting high interest in city parks and walking trails.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the previous meeting minutes. Key discussions focused on the Yard of the Month holiday decor contest, where four winners (Yards 1, 4, 7, and 8) were selected from 14 nominations, with Yard 11 suggested for honorable mention. The board then discussed changes to the Art of the Month contest rules, specifically proposing to separate the holiday/seasonal decoration contest from the regular Yard of the Month contest, allowing winners to potentially win in both categories within a two-year period by defining two distinct terms (April through September, and October through December). A report was provided regarding the Veterans Memorial at Kowanas Park, noting the process of transitioning oversight from the Parks Advisory Board to Keep Saginaw Beautiful, including updating procedures for brick adoptions and exploring options for larger bricks and online payment capabilities. Finally, the expenditure fund report for October and November was reviewed, highlighting higher expenses, largely due to the holiday decor expenditures, and costs associated with the photo booth and supplies for the Training Grain festival booth.

This document provides an attendance record for the Planning & Zoning Commission meetings scheduled from July 2025 through June 2026. Key schedule adjustments noted include cancelled meetings (C) for certain months and absences (X) by commissioners. Specifically, Daniela Fernandez was removed in December 2025, and Rebecka was appointed in January 2026. The document details the status (Present 'P' or Absent 'X') for each commissioner across the scheduled months.