The council recognized a police sergeant and introduced a new officer. Resolutions were adopted to approve special event status for the 'Moie Brown Memorial Move for the Health Of It' and 'Wordless Book Fun Run'. The council approved engineering services for the Lead and Copper Rule compliance project, authorized paving for the city hall parking area, and supported the PUD application process for Bold Fox Development. Additionally, the council renewed the marina slip lease agreement for the U.S. Coast Guard, reviewed the draft of the personnel policy handbook, and approved the financial report and payment of outstanding bills. A closed session was held to consider a periodic personnel evaluation.
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The council held a public hearing regarding a temporary moratorium on data center development. Key business items included authorizing a six-month extension for a development agreement at 334 N State Street, discussing and collecting bids for a tax abatement policy, and approving a temporary agreement for transfer station services with Green For Life. The council also approved the outright purchase of a vacuum excavator trailer for the DPW, an updated investment policy, the purchase of a used equipment trailer for the fire department, various 2026 budget amendments, and the introduction of a new personnel policy handbook. Additionally, financial reports for June 2026 and outstanding bills totaling $87,454.77 were reviewed and approved.
May 18, 2026·Board meeting
St. Ignace City Council Regular Meeting
The Council held a public hearing regarding the Water System Improvements and Water Service Line Replacements project. Key actions included scheduling a public hearing for an ordinance update, adopting a final project planning document for water system improvements, and renewing the contract for assessment services. The Council also approved partnering for the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program, authorized a compromised water account balance for a local trailer park, discussed potential donation policies for an Enbridge grant, and approved the payment of outstanding bills. The City Manager provided updates on various infrastructure projects, recreational developments, and administrative items.
