Enjoy Coneys and Support Local Youth During Coneys for a Cause

Enjoy a coney dog while supporting youth programs in Isabella County during Coneys for a Cause, taking place August 17–21, 2026, at the Pixie Restaurant, 302 N. Mission Street.

During the fundraiser, the Pixie will donate 100% of the profits from every coney sold to the Mt. Pleasant Police Department Youth Services Unit (YSU). Individual coney dogs will be available for $1.99 each.

Community members can dine at the restaurant or place a delivery order. Delivery orders require a minimum purchase of one dozen coneys and must be submitted by 3 p.m. on August 7 by emailing dmaclean@inspiredcpts.com.

Deliveries will be between 10 a.m. and noon, August 17–21, with organizers working to accommodate requested delivery times as closely as possible.

Order forms are available at www.mt-pleasant.org/ysu

The event will conclude with the “Pixie Pig Out” at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 21, at the Pixie Restaurant. Stop by to watch local law enforcement agencies take part in a friendly coney-eating competition.

Funds raised through Coneys for a Cause support the Youth Services Unit, which serves more than 3,000 K-12 students in Mt. Pleasant Public Schools. YSU officers work with students throughout the school year, providing support, guidance, and opportunities to build positive relationships with law enforcement.

Programs offered through the Youth Services Unit include the Youth Police Academy, Shop with a Cop, and other activities that connect officers, students, and families.

For more information or to place an order, visit www.mt-pleasant.org/ysu

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting –July 13, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 7 p.m.

Consider approval of the contract awards for the WTP Pump and Storage Improvements Project to Sorensen Gross ($25,456,000), the Ranney Well Lateral Rehabilitation and Installation Project to Reynolds Construction ($2,249,970), and the 2027 Galvanized Service Line Replacements to The Isabella Corporation ($104,550), authorize execution of the contract documents for each project, approve any necessary budget amendments, and adopt the attached resolution formalizing these awards.

Consider Construction Options for City Hall Upper South Walkway.

Discussion to add Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest / Opportunity for Recusal as a standing item to the City Commission agenda.

Reflection on Sister City Okaya Delegation Exchange.

To view the entire meeting packet visit:

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, July 13th

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/86088376079?pwd=iXLJpNGvtXTEakL0gnHxOOWqCe7Rzf.1

Telephone: (312) 626-6799

Meeting ID: 860 8837 6079

Passcode: 319797

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 07/09/26 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, July 9, 2026, at 7 p.m.

SUP-26-02 – 107 E Broadway – Unit #3 – Ryan Johnroe – Request for Special Use Permit for short-term rental.
Z-26-01 – Tax Parcels 17-000-17-300-00, 17-000-17-303-00, 17-000-17-304-00, 17-000-17-305 00, 17-000-17-306-00 – City request to rezone the properties from PRD (Planned Residential Development) to CD-4 (General Urban Character District with the Residential/Dwelling Use Restriction), CD-4 (General Urban Character District), SD-U (Special District University), CD-4 (General Urban Character District with the Residential/Dwelling Use Restriction), and CZ (Civic Zone).
TC-26-02 – City request for a proposed amendment to Table 154.405.A of the zoning ordinance as it relates to SD-U University Special District rules.

To view the entire meeting packet visit:

July 7^th Planning Commission Meeting Packet

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.

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81291279115?pwd=IMNaPbUU79mZ6GtahHkiepyVMv5bZJ.1

Meeting ID: 893 0229 8475
Passcode: 369912
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.

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.

August 4, 2026 Election Information for Mt. Pleasant Voters

On August 4, 2026, a primary election will be held to narrow the candidates for the November ballot. Voters must select candidates from only one political party in this primary election.

Offices on the ballot include: Governor, United States Senator, Representative in the 2nd District for Congress, State Senator for the 34th District, Representative in State Legislature for the 92nd District, County Road Commissioner, Delegates to the County Convention as well as one individual to the Mt. Pleasant City Commission.

A proposal for the Senior Citizens Services Millage Renewal is also on the ballot.

The candidates on the ballot for the one seat on the City Commission are Hanna Demerath and Mike Kostrzewa.

For detailed voter registration and ballot information visit www.mi.gov/vote.

Precinct Locations:

Precinct 1: Ganiard Elementary School, 101 S. Adams
Precinct 2 Pullen Elementary School, 251 S. Brown
Precinct 3: Fancher Elementary School, 801 S. Kinney
Absentee Voter Counting Board: Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Street

Early In-Person Voting:

For state and federal elections, qualified voters can cast their ballot during the nine day early voting period.

July 25, 2026 – August 2, 2026; 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Temporary Site Change for the August 2026 State Primary: Student Activity Center, Central Michigan University, 360 E. Broomfield Street
Parking available in Lot 62 West.

Permanent Ballot Recipients:

Please notify the Clerk’s office with an alternate mailing address if you are on the Permanent Ballot list and will be away from your registered address before July 31, 2026. Election mail cannot be forwarded, and your ballot will be returned to the Clerk’s office as undeliverable.

Permanent Absentee Voters:

Permanent absentee voters have been mailed an application for a ballot. If you wish to vote absentee in this election, you must return the application by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026. A ballot will then be mailed to you. Ballots can be mailed to the City Clerk’s office (320 W. Broadway Street) or placed in the ballot drop box located on the north entrance to City hall on the sidewalk in front of vestibule.

Absentee Voting:

For those not on the Permanent Absentee Voter list, you can submit a request for an absentee ballot to the City Clerk’s office by mail, email (vote@mt-pleasant.org) or online at www.mi.gov/vote. This must be completed by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026.

Absentee voting at the Clerk’s Office is available now during regular business hours with additional hours on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Voter Registration:

If you are not registered to vote, you can register online at https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/ or mail in the voter registration application found online. This must be completed by Monday, July 20, 2026.

After Monday, July 20, 2026, voter registration will be available at the City Clerk’s office. Please bring proof of residency and a photo ID. This can be done until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Election Day Information:

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Need a ride to and from the polls? I-Ride is offering free rides. Call (989) 772-9441 to schedule.

Isabella County Restoration House (ICRH) Opens Emergency Cooling Station During Extreme Heat Warning

The City of Mt. Pleasant is sharing the following press release from Isabella County Restoration House regarding an emergency cooling station during the current extreme heat warning.

In response to the National Weather Service’s Extreme Heat Warning in effect from June 30, 2026 through July 2, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT—and with forecasts indicating dangerous temperatures may continue beyond that period—the Isabella County Restoration House (ICRH) has activated an Emergency Cooling Station to protect vulnerable residents from life-threatening heat conditions.

Beginning today, ICRH will provide safe, air-conditioned shelter daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM through July 2 for individuals without housing, those staying in places not meant for habitation, and community members referred by partner agencies.

Services Available

Individuals entering ICRH for emergency cooling relief will have access to:

Air Conditioned common areas on the Main floor and lower level.

Restrooms and laundry facilities

Smoking area – NOTE: THC & Marijuana products are prohibited on ICRH Property

Computer stations (with staff assistance available for those needing help completing the GIMI Shelter pre-assessment)

Food and beverages as offered to registered ICRH guests

All individuals must sign in at the main desk and follow ICRH rules and policies to ensure safety and appropriate building occupancy.

Important Restrictions

To maintain safety and protect registered guests:

Emergency cooling visitors are not permitted on the second floor or in any sleeping areas under any circumstances.

Emergency cooling visitors are not considered registered guests and will not receive overnight accommodations or extended services.

Individuals seeking full shelter enrollment will be directed to the ICRH website to complete the GIMI pre-assessment and join the waiting list.

Statement from ICRH Leadership

ICRH Executive Leadership emphasized the organization’s commitment to community safety during extreme weather events:

“As always, thank you all very much for your help and support in carrying out this extension of our mission to provide temporary shelter and empower a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless individuals and families.”

About Isabella County Restoration House

ICRH is the primary emergency homeless shelter serving adults and families in Isabella County. The organization provides temporary shelter, case management, and supportive services designed to stabilize households and prevent homelessness.

For questions, media inquiries, or coordination with partner agencies, please contact ICRH directly at 989-400-4126

City of Mt. Pleasant Shares Housing Report and Invites Community Feedback

The City of Mt. Pleasant has released its 2026 Housing Report and is asking residents to share what types of housing they’d like to see in Mt. Pleasant and what matters most to them when it comes to housing options.

The report was put together by the City’s Planning and Community Development Department, and it takes a close look at home and rental availability, affordability, demographic shifts and development opportunities across Mt. Pleasant. It will help guide future conversations about neighborhoods and planning to ultimately support future growth, neighborhood vitality and long-term economic sustainability.

Mt. Pleasant is growing and changing in ways that create real opportunity. More working families and seniors are calling our community home, and demand for housing that fits a wider range of lifestyles and budgets is on the rise. The report helps the City understand where that demand is coming from and where the greatest opportunities to meet it exist.

The report also found that more than 12,000 people drive into Mt. Pleasant for work every day, many of whom would prefer to live here if the right housing options were available. Giving more people the chance to live where they work strengthens local businesses, supports city services and adds to the long-term health of our neighborhoods.

The report identifies opportunities for new housing on already-vacant or underused land, as well as housing types that many Michigan communities are adding, things like townhomes, duplexes, small apartment buildings and accessory dwelling units.

As part of the process, the City is asking residents to participate in a community housing survey to share what types of housing they’d like to see available in Mt. Pleasant and what housing characteristics matter most to them. It takes less than two minutes to complete.

“This report is intended to educate, inform and start productive community conversations,” said City Manager Aaron Desentz. “As future housing and land use discussions take place, it’s important to understand the challenges and opportunities that Mt Pleasant is currently facing”

To read the 2026 Housing Report and take the survey, visit www.mt-pleasant.org/housingreport.

For questions, contact Manuela Powidayko, Director of Planning and Community Development, at mpowidayko@mt-pleasant.org or (989) 779-5346.

4th of July Holiday Hours and Firework Safety Reminders

City of Mt. Pleasant offices will be closed on Friday, July 3 and will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, July 6.

As residents and visitors prepare to celebrate, the City encourages everyone to prioritize safety. Thoughtful preparation can help make the holiday safe and enjoyable for all.

Consumer fireworks may only be used on private property from June 29 through July 4 between 11 a.m. and 11:45 p.m.

Consumer fireworks, homemade fireworks, pyrotechnics or display fireworks are not permitted on public property, school property, church property, or another person’s property without permission. Violations shall be punishable with fines of $500 up to $1,000.

For those planning to use fireworks, remember these simple safety tips:

Read and follow all instructions and warnings.
Keep children a safe distance away and never allow them to handle fireworks.
Wear protective clothing, including eyewear.
Light fireworks outdoors on a flat, open surface away from buildings, dry leaves or grass, and other flammable materials.
Always keep a hose or bucket of water nearby in case of malfunction.
Never attempt to relight a firework that did not fully function properly.

Additionally, community members are also reminded that minors may not possess or use consumer fireworks. Fireworks shall not be used while a person is under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or during times when a burning ban has been established by the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, MI. For a list of burning restrictions by county, visit http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/

The best way to protect your family is to avoid the use of fireworks at home entirely.

Summary of Minutes from the 6/22/2026 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, June 22, 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.

Item #6 was removed from the Consent Calendar.

Approved the Consent Calendar as amended.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

2) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held June 8, 2026;

3) Removed from Consent Calendar;

4) Payrolls & Warrants.

Discussed the future of the former Mt. Pleasant Center Property. No action taken.

Authorized the Mt. Pleasant Police Department to enter into an agreement with Axon Technology through December 1, 2036, and authorized Director of Public Safety Paul Lauria to execute the contract.

Work Session discussion on Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program.

Approved and conducted Closed Session pursuant to subsection 8(c) of the Open Meetings Act for strategy and negotiation sessions connected with the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – June 22, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026, at 7 p.m.

Discussion on the future of the former Mt. Pleasant Center Property.

Work Session on Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program.

To view the entire meeting packet visit:

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, June ^22nd

How to follow public meetings:

To participate via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86326263434?pwd=9m6nOf8Agl5siSwdcsdkFsbjumoyW1.1

Meeting ID: 863 2626 3434
Passcode: 948976
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.

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

Summary of Minutes from the 6/8/2026 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, June 8, 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: 5) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held May 26, 2026;

6) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held May 26, 2026;

7) Approved the 2027-2032 CIP;

8) Awarded the 2026 Wireless Access Point Replacement project to Yeo & Yeo with an Information Technology budget amendment;

9) Payrolls & Warrants.

Authorized additional funds for the easements for the North Pathway Project.

Denied Motion to adopt the Resolution to pardon Mt. Pleasant bear as presented.

Reworked the resolutions presented regarding the bear to create a new resolution with the removal of the term “pardon” from the original resolution.

Held a work session discussion on animals ordinance to address raising chickens in the City limits.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:21 p.m.