Christina Evans

The council discussed and adopted a proclamation for National Public Works Week, confirmed the 2026 Downtown Economic Revitalization Public Improvement Special Assessment District, and ratified emergency electrical repairs at the Water Reclamation Facility. Additionally, the council authorized the City Manager to manage aggregate change order amounts for seven stormwater improvement projects, initiated procedures for the 2026 Sidewalk Improvement Special Assessment District, and formally adopted the 2026-27 City Budget and Financial Working Plans, including tax levy authorizations and fiscal directives.

The Commission reviewed several project reports, including the Grand Curves Corridor vision plan and the Barstow Woods Master Plan, which involves culvert repairs and future development. The City Forest Master Plan was finalized with key updates including a tubing hill, an aeronautical viewing area, and a pavilion, and was approved for public comment and City Council review. Division reports covered recent flooding cleanup, the management of the Circle Area Community Garden by the American Chemical Society for food bank donations, and the city's Arbor Day tree-planting event for its 30th year as a Tree City USA community. Additionally, updates were provided on recreation programs, sports leagues, and the upcoming seasonal facility openings.

The Commission approved payroll and maintenance warrants for December 2025 through February 2026. Discussion items included the approval of an EGLE PFAS GACO work order for outfall sampling, an agricultural lease amendment with Ryan Pickvet, and a lease expansion for Tri-City Dragway, Inc. Additionally, the Commission authorized a design work scope amendment for the SRE facility and approved a new one-year lease agreement with PODS Enterprises, LLC. Updates were provided regarding ongoing projects such as the solar initiative, strategic planning, financial auditing, and a TSA inspection update.

The board meeting agenda includes presentations from Graystone Consulting regarding monthly and quarterly reports. New business items consist of the review and approval of the expense report. Old business topics involve the search for a medical coordinator, the consideration of the Graystone Consulting Institutional Services Agreement, and the review of pay agent services provided by US Bank and PNC Bank.

The City Council meeting included a proclamation for National Public Works Week, the approval of a Special Assessment Roll for the Downtown Economic Revitalization Public Improvement District, and the adoption of the 2026-27 city budget and financial working plans. The Council also addressed various resolutions, including an emergency purchase for an electrical transmission line, sidewalk improvement projects, and a contract for the July 4th fireworks display. Additionally, the Council accepted bids for street reconstruction, ratified a fuel purchase, authorized engineering services for streetscape improvements, and approved the purchase of water meters and service fittings. Several public hearings were set for future dates regarding industrial facilities tax exemptions and industrial development districts, and a previously tabled motion concerning the sale of city property was rescinded.