Patricia Vailliencourt

The Manchester City Council meeting addressed several new business items, including the tabling of an Ordinance for Officer's Compensation Board until January 2026. The council approved appointments and reappointments to the DDA Board, Planning Commission, and Parks Commission. Furthermore, the Council approved the 2026 meeting schedule and set a Public Hearing for December 15, 2025, regarding a change to Even-Year City Elections. The meeting concluded with the approval of the Accounts Payable Report dated December 1, 2025, totaling $99,667.74.

The meeting included the swearing-in of elected officials, selection of a Mayor Pro-tem, and discussions on flooring quotes for the Manchester City Office. The council also reviewed and approved a reservation form for The Manchester Center, discussed the Fire Report from the Manchester Township Fire Department, and acknowledged the Brownfield Plan for Allen Edwin Homes. Additionally, the Accounts Payable Report and Treasurer's Report were approved and acknowledged, respectively. Updates were provided in the Sheriff's Report and the DPW/Manager Report.

The meeting covered topics such as the Officer's Compensation Board ordinance, appointments to the DDA and Planning Commission, the meeting schedule for 2026, and setting a public hearing for changing to Even-Year City Elections. The Accounts Payable Report was approved, and the Manager provided updates on city matters.

The meeting included a presentation regarding the historical brick structures in relation to the Alley-way. Discussions and actions included approving Proposed Ordinance No. 14 regarding Water/Sewer Tap-ins, along with the Contractor Pre-Qualification Requirement and Connection Fee Schedule. The council also approved a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Resolution for Emerald Glen, a request from the Manchester Knights of Columbus, a quote for a new valve, work on Well #1, a quote for service and installation of the Headworks Screen at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the contract with Manchester Township for fire service. The Accounts Payable Report was approved, and updates were provided regarding the Downtown Development Authority and city ongoings.

The meeting included a presentation from Ann Arbor Spark, resolutions for Councilors DuRussel & Way, approval of dues to Ann Arbor Spark, approval of the Christmas in the Village Parade, approval of a snow plow purchase, discussion of the Police Steering Committee, and approval of the Accounts Payable Report.