Month: March 2026

Topics to Watch at the 03/25/26 Mt. Pleasant Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • ZBA-26-01 – 116 N Mission – A variance application has been filed by Graff – MTPBGRCRE LLC, requesting approval for temporary signs under section 154.414 Subsection B(3).
  • ZBA-26-02 – 1422 E Pickard – A variance application has been filed by Graff – MTPRE LLC, requesting approval for temporary signs under section 154.414 Subsection B(3).

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

Zoning Board of Appeals March 23 E-Packet Link

How to follow public meetings:

The Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting will be held in person in the City Chambers/City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. Non-voting participants may view the meeting live on the City’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMi/, on Spectrum Charter channel 188 or via Zoom.

If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall or email their statement to comment@mt-pleasant.org.

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87516716364?pwd=adBaNtBWenqpdrmNFpPOJnoGfbpI2A.1

Meeting ID: 856 6128 1267

Passcode: 196767

Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799

The audio and video will be muted for members of the public and then unmuted by the host during public comment periods.

For participants accessing via computer or smartphone please use the “Raise Your Hand” icon to indicate you would like to speak. First, click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen. Next, click on the “Raise Your Hand” icon near the bottom right corner of the screen.

To raise your hand for telephone dial-in participants, press *9.

Members of the public may be muted or removed if using abusive language or if they become disruptive to the meeting.

Virtual attendance at the meeting and participation during public comment periods will be conducted as follows:

  • Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
  • Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Human Resources office on (989) 779-5314. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the city through the Michigan Relay Center at 711. 48-hour advance notice is necessary for accommodation.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – March 23, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • Public hearing for the proposed changes to amend Chapter 93 of the Mount Pleasant City Code to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code as amended.
  • Consider setting a public hearing for April 13th, 2026, to allow for public input and to consider the amendment of section 110.28(B) regarding the operation of transitory food service units and the issuance of permits, licenses, or approvals for transitory food service units.
  • Consider prioritization and approval of submission of City requests for spring 2026 Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe 2% allocation.
  • Discussion of takeaways from the Michigan Municipal League CapCon 2026 conference.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday March 23rd

How to follow public meetings:

The City Commission Meeting will be held in person in the City Chambers/City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. Non-voting participants may view the meeting live on the City’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMi/, on Spectrum Charter channel 188 or via Zoom.

If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall or email their statement to comment@mt-pleasant.org.

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84468715978?pwd=bjK2KQcHV21aYToQVgO2Ybl4MDSBOm.1

Meeting ID: 844 6871 5978
Passcode: 498197
Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799

The audio and video will be muted for members of the public and then unmuted by the host during public comment periods.

For participants accessing via computer or smartphone please use the “Raise Your Hand” icon to indicate you would like to speak. First, click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen. Next, click on the “Raise Your Hand” icon near the bottom right corner of the screen.

To raise your hand for telephone dial-in participants, press *9.

Members of the public may be muted or removed if using abusive language or if they become disruptive to the meeting.

Virtual attendance at the meeting and participation during public comment periods will be conducted as follows:

  • Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
  • Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.

Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:

Mary Alsager               malsager@mt-pleasant.org   

Hanna Demerath        hdemerath@mt-pleasant.org

Maureen Eke              meke@mt-pleasant.org

Amy Perschbacher      aperschbacher@mt-pleasant.org

Grace Rollins               grollins@mt-pleasant.org

Ryon Skalitzky             rskalitzky@mt-pleasant.org

Boomer Wingard        bwingard@mt-pleasant.org

Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Human Resources office on (989) 779-5314. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the city through the Michigan Relay Center at 711. 48-hour advance notice is necessary for accommodation.

Summary of Minutes from the 3/9/2026 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, March 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Approved the Agenda as presented.

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

9) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held February 23, 2026;

10) Advanced commitment of 900 tons of road salt through the State of Michigan MiDeal Purchasing Program;

11) Reappoint Commissioner Haveles as the representative of the PC to the ZBA;

12) Award Contract for the 2026 Sewer Relining Project to Inland Waters Pollution Control of Detroit, MI;

13) Award Contract for 2026 Sidewalk Replacement Project to H & H Concrete of Clare, MI; and budget amendments;

14) Award Contract for 2026 Well #19 Rehabilitation Project to Peerless-Midwest of Ionia, MI; and budget amendment;

15) Purchase of 2026 Exmark Lazer Z Zero Turn Mower from Hoffman’s Equipment of Saginaw, MI; a 2026 Kawasaki Mule SX and a 2026 Polaris Ranger 570 from Central Motor Sports of Mt. Pleasant, MI; and budget amendment;

16) Set a public hearing for Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to hear public input on proposed changes to Chapter 93 of the Mount Pleasant City Code to adopt the 2021 Edition of the International Fire Code, as amended;

17) Payrolls & Warrants.

Approved amendment of the resolution previously adopted on February 9, 2026, establishing income and asset levels for poverty exemptions.

Held a Work Session discussion on Tenant Rights Committee.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:49 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – March 9, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • Presentation of the 2025 Community Improvement Awards
  • Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe Presentation on the Michigan Indian Industrial Boarding School property
  • Consider setting a March 23 public hearing on proposed updates to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code
  • Consider approval of Resolution establishing income & asset levels for poverty exemptions to 2026 property tax assessments
  • Work session on tenant rights committee

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, March 9th

How to follow public meetings:

The City Commission Meeting will be held in person in the City Chambers/City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. Non-voting participants may view the meeting live on the City’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMi/, on Spectrum Charter channel 188 or via Zoom.

If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall or email their statement to comment@mt-pleasant.org.

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84894200296?pwd=1oB49cb9wHVwlDCBLXXTcgcS3DK4za.1

Meeting ID: 848 9420 0296
Passcode: 173353
Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799

The audio and video will be muted for members of the public and then unmuted by the host during public comment periods.

For participants accessing via computer or smartphone please use the “Raise Your Hand” icon to indicate you would like to speak. First, click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen. Next, click on the “Raise Your Hand” icon near the bottom right corner of the screen.

To raise your hand for telephone dial-in participants, press *9.

Members of the public may be muted or removed if using abusive language or if they become disruptive to the meeting.

Virtual attendance at the meeting and participation during public comment periods will be conducted as follows:

  • Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
  • Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.

Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:

Mary Alsager               malsager@mt-pleasant.org
Hanna Demerath        hdemerath@mt-pleasant.org                                                  
Maureen Eke              meke@mt-pleasant.org
Amy Perschbacher      aperschbacher@mt-pleasant.org
Grace Rollins               grollins@mt-pleasant.org
Ryon Skalitzky             rskalitzky@mt-pleasant.org 
Boomer Wingard        bwingard@mt-pleasant.org

Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Human Resources office on (989) 779-5314. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the city through the Michigan Relay Center at 711. 48-hour advance notice is necessary for accommodation.

Topics to Watch at the 03/05/26 Mt. Pleasant Planning Commission Meeting

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • TC-26-01 Introduction to a proposed amendment to the SD-I (Industrial Special Districts) zoning ordinance regarding wall or fence screen height.
  • Review of the 2025 Planning Commission Annual Report.
  • Introduction of new Planning Commission members.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet Link

How to follow public meetings:

The Planning Commission Meeting will be held in person in the City Chambers/City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. Non-voting participants may view the meeting live on the City’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMi/, on Spectrum Charter channel 188 or via Zoom.

If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall or email their statement to comment@mt-pleasant.org.

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82846354357?pwd=78K3ZiWA0dzJCSq3EGzSydEODXuCqF.1

Meeting ID: 893 0229 8475
Passcode: 392185
Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799

The audio and video will be muted for members of the public and then unmuted by the host during public comment periods.

For participants accessing via computer or smartphone please use the “Raise Your Hand” icon to indicate you would like to speak. First, click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen. Next, click on the “Raise Your Hand” icon near the bottom right corner of the screen.

To raise your hand for telephone dial-in participants, press *9.

Members of the public may be muted or removed if using abusive language or if they become disruptive to the meeting.

Virtual attendance at the meeting and participation during public comment periods will be conducted as follows:

  • Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
  • Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Human Resources office on (989) 779-5314. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the city through the Michigan Relay Center at 711. 48-hour advance notice is necessary for accommodation.