The commission held a public hearing regarding the Brownfield Plan for 'The Fields at Battle Creek' development. Other business included the introduction of an ordinance to authorize a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for the Liberty Commons Apartments and Townhomes project. Additionally, the commission reviewed resolutions concerning the acceptance of bids for a sidewalk repair program, environmental assessment services, radon testing and mitigation for HUD projects, the acquisition of new screening equipment, and a determination on a FOIA request.
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The Commission presented the Beautiful Battle Creek Awards and certificates of recognition for acts of kindness. Financial statements were presented by the Revenue Services Director. Resolutions were approved regarding the appointment of members to the Community Oversight Board, the designation of official representatives for the Michigan Municipal League annual meeting, a lease amendment at the airport, educational programming and park stewardship agreements, funding for an after-school childcare program expansion, and a police officer liaison agreement for schools. The Commission also passed a resolution opposing state legislation regarding local video franchise authority, while a resolution regarding liquor license transfer objections failed.
Aug 18, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Battle Creek City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
The commission addressed several key agenda items, including the presentation of Beautiful Battle Creek Awards and interim financial statements. Resolutions were proposed for the appointment of members to the Community Oversight Board and the designation of representatives for the Michigan Municipal League annual business meeting. Additional business included an amendment to a lease agreement with Dimor Real Estate regarding the WACO site at the Battle Creek Executive Airport, authorization of an urban forestry and beautification agreement with the Leila Arboretum Society, approval of Community Development Block Grant funding for New Level Sports Ministries to support childcare programming, a school resource officer agreement with local public schools, and an objection to a liquor license transfer.
Jun 29, 2026·Board meeting
Police & Fire Pension Board Meeting Minutes
The Board accepted financial reports and bank summaries for the previous month. Administrative updates included processing hiring and termination records, as well as adjustments to surviving spouse benefit payments. A resolution was approved for a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) for a fire lieutenant. The Board reviewed and adopted the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year and received an investment performance update. Additionally, the Board heard a public comment regarding a dispute over a domestic relations order, which was subsequently tabled for further legal review, and convened a closed session to address disability retirement applications.
