Summary of minutes from the 11/9/2026 Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting

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

Item #10, “A Preliminary Resolution of Removal and Suspension of the City Manager.” was added to the agenda as new business Item 10.  

Approved the Agenda as amended. 

Received petitions and communications.

Item #5 was removed from the Consent Calendar.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

3) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held October 26, 2026;

4) Bids for 2027 Water Treatment Plant treatment (bulk) chemicals;

5) Payrolls & Warrants.

Held a public hearing on proposed 2027 Annual Operating Budget.  

Amended the Minutes for the regular meeting held October 26, 2026.

Approved the Preliminary Resolution of Removal and Suspension of the City Manager.

Director Paul Lauria was appointed Acting City Manager.

Set a public hearing on December 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to consider TC-26-03.

Set a public hearing on December 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to consider TC-26-04.

Approved the Mt Pleasant BRA Policies and Procedures and Project Application, subject to final review and non-substantive revisions by City staff and legal counsel, and authorized staff to make the approved materials, including a fillable PDF application, available on the City’s website.  

Approved the engineering design and construction services contract for the 2026/2027 Island Park Events Pavilion and Incubator Kitchen project to Three Rivers Corporation of Midland, MI.

Removed Item 16 “Closed Session pursuant to subsection 8(a) of the Open Meetings to consider a personnel evaluation” from the agenda.

Approved and entered into Closed Session pursuant to subsection 8(d) of the Open Meetings Act to consider the purchase or lease of real property up to the time an option to purchase or lease that real property is obtained.

The Commission went into closed session at 9:50 p.m. 

Adjourned the meeting at 10:04 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – November 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, November 9, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • Public hearing on the proposed 2027 Annual Operating Budget.
  • Consider setting a public hearing on December 14th 2026, to consider TC-26-03: proposed amendments to Table 154.410.A. Building and Lot Principal Use, Table 154.410.D. Building and Lot Accessory Uses and Section 154.410.B. Special Uses to replace Special Use Permits (SUP) with Permitted Limited (PL) Standards for missing middle housing in CD-3 Sub-Urban Character Districts. 
  • Consider setting a Public Hearing on December 14th, 2026, to consider TC-26-04: proposed amendments to Table 154.405.A.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, November 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/87900047081?pwd=adx31eKCcNHfQzgGPaNMhQzkD6V5tv.1

Meeting ID: 879 0004 7081

Passcode: 184364

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 11/5/26 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, November 5, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • PSUP-SPR-26-003 – 430 S Mission – MDC Coast 7, LLC – Request for Special Use Permit to modify site plan of existing Mister Car Wash automobile washing establishment
  • TC-26-03 – City of Mt. Pleasant – A proposed amendment to Table 154.410.A. Building and Lot Principal Use, Table 154.410.D. Building and Lot Accessory Uses and Section 154.410.B. Special Uses to replace Special Use Permits (SUP) with Permitted Limited (PL) Standards for missing middle housing in CD-3 Sub-Urban Character Districts, and associated modifications to their design standards within CD-3 and CD-3L Sub-Urban Large Character Districts.
  • TC-26-04 – City of Mt. Pleasant – A proposed amendment to Table 154.405.A District Standards for all Character Districts to provide design flexibility for single-family homes and missing middle housing, particularly for the design of facades, attached garages and building front setbacks, so that they better meet context and reflect current design trends.

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/89211561337?pwd=dLOea3WN8Cr85QUoNnxSXjAI6thN0z.1

Telephone: (312) 626-6799
Meeting ID: 893 0229 8475
Passcode: 436705

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.

Summary of minutes from the 10/26/2026 Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, October 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Removed Item #9 from the Agenda. 

Approved the Agenda as amended. 

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

4) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held October 13, 2026;

5) MDOT contract 2026-0886 for the acquisition of a pull-behind broom attachment for the new airport loader and authorized the City Manager to sign the agreement;

6) City’s 50% share of the cost for improvements to the perimeter gate and fencing at the Isabella County MRF along with a budget amendment;

7) Resolution to optout of Public Act 152 of 2011 for the 2027 plan year, as authorized under Section 8 of the Act;

8) Payrolls & Warrants.

Approved policy providing free menstrual products in City-owned public restrooms.

Approved resolution to adopt agenda format as required by Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances.

Approved contract with Preston Community Services for Building Permitting, Inspection, and Plan Review Assistance Services and authorized the City Manager to sign the agreement.

Approved Resolution to Simplify Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule.

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

Ratified contract as presented.

Adjourned the meeting at 8:32 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – October 26, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • Proclamation recognizing Family Court Awareness Month.
  • Public hearing to allow for public input and to receive a final report on the completion of the CDBG Housing Improving Local Livability (CHILL) grant.
  • Consider approval of policy providing free menstrual products in City-owned public restrooms.
  • Consider resolution to adopt agenda format as required by Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances.

To view the entire meeting packet visit:

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, October 26th

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/83865480578?pwd=EvLIoFSR0pstgawa8OgKONbgfmqTnE.1

Telephone: (312) 626-6799
Meeting ID: 838 6548 0578
Passcode: 738083

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.

Trick-or-Treat Hours and Safety Tips for Halloween

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween! The City of Mt. Pleasant invites families to enjoy a safe and fun weekend at the Pumpkin Promenade and citywide Trick-or-Treating.

Pumpkin Promenade

The Pumpkin Promenade will take place on October 30, from 4-6 p.m. in downtown Mt. Pleasant. Children 12 and under are invited to wear their Halloween costumes, trick-or-treat at downtown businesses, and enjoy kid-friendly outdoor activities.

Mt. Pleasant Trick-or-Treating

The City of Mt. Pleasant’s official Trick-or-Treat hours are 6-8 p.m. on October 31. To have a safe and enjoyable experience, please remember these tips:

  • Stay on well-lit streets, and use sidewalks.
  • Young children should be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
  • Look both ways before crossing streets and use crosswalks.
  • Carry a flashlight and/or wear reflective clothing.
  • Always stay in front of a residence, and never enter a house when Trick or Treating.
  • Inspect all treats collected, and discard any item that is not sealed.

Residents who wish to hand out candy are encouraged to turn on their porch lights to indicate they are participating in trick-or-treating!

Mt. Pleasant Police Investigating Vehicle vs Train Incident

On October 16, 2026, at 6:13 p.m., officers from the Mt. Pleasant Police Department responded to a vehicle/train incident in the area of W. Broadway Street and Oak Street. Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle crashed into a train. The driver of the vehicle, a 25-year-old male from Mt. Pleasant, sustained minor injuries. Alcohol is believed to be involved in the incident.

This is an open and on-going investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Mt. Pleasant Police Department’s Anonymous Tip Line at (989) 779-9111 or Central Dispatch (989) 773-1000.

The Mt. Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Michigan State Police, Mobile Medical Response, Isabella County Central Dispatch, and the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department.

Summary of Minutes of the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – October 13, 2026

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Tuesday, October 13, 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 September 28, 2026;

6) removed from Consent Calendar;

7) Approved MDOT contract 2026-0846 for the Runway 9/27 Rehabilitation Project at the Mt. Pleasant Regional Airport and authorized the City Manager to electronically sign the contract;

8) removed from Consent Calendar;

9) Authorized the Mayor to sign a contract extension with Brown & Brown Insurance Services, Inc. for the period January 1, 2027 thru December 31, 2029;

10) Set a Public Hearing on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to allow for public input and to receive a final report on the completion of the CDBG Housing Improving Local Livability (CHILL) Grant;

11) removed from Consent Calendar.

Authorized payment to M & M Pavement Marking, Inc.

Awarded contract with Mead and Hunt for engineering and project management services for the Runway 9/27 Rehabilitation Project at the Mt. Pleasant Regional Airport and authorized the City Manager to sign the contract.  

Approved Payrolls & Warrants.

Approved dividing the question about menstrual products into two parts:  (1) Consideration of menstrual product placement ordinance; and (2) Consideration of providing dispensers and associated budgetary impacts.  

Amended the original motion by moving public comment on agenda and non-agenda items before additions and deletions and moving the second public comment period to the end of the meeting.  

Approved the drafting of a resolution to move public comment on agenda and non-agenda items before additions and deletions and move the second public comment period to the end of the meeting.  

Approved the drafting of an amended noise ordinance to establish quiet hours from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and to limit noise from extending beyond the public right-of-way.

Held a follow-up work session on the proposed 2027 Operating Budget.

Adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m.

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

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

  • Proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day (October 12, 2026). 
  • Presentation on menstrual product ordinances.
  • Discussion on providing free menstrual products in City-owned public restrooms.
  • Consider Updates to City Commission Agenda Structure.
  • Follow-up work session on the proposed 2027 Operating Budget.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 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/87139859630?pwd=7DnatQb32UG2NH4MgmkkEZdP7Ag1G7.1

Meeting ID: 871 3985 9630
Passcode: 697971
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 10/8/2026 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, October 8, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • PSUP-SPR-26-002 – 1516 S Mission St – Raising Canes Restaurant, LLC – Request for Special Use Permit for a new drive-through restaurant.
  • PSUP-26-003 – 1110 N Fancher Street – Lowkey Properties, LLC – Request for Special Use Permit to change the Adult-Use Marihuana Grower facility from Class C to a Class B category.
  • TC-26-03 – Introduction: Discuss proposed amendments to Table 154.410.A. Building and Lot Principal Use, Table 154.410.D. Building and Lot Accessory Uses and Section 154.410.B. Special Uses to replace Special Use Permits (SUP) with Permitted Limited (PL) Standards for missing middle housing in CD-3 Sub-Urban Character Districts, and associated modifications to their design standards within CD-3 and CD-3L Sub-Urban Large Character Districts.
  • TC-26-04 – Introduction: Discuss proposed amendments to Table 154.405.A. District Standards for all Character Districts to provide design flexibility for single-family homes and missing middle housing, particularly for the design of attached garages and building front setbacks, so that they better meet context and reflect current design trends.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

October 8, 2026 E-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.

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/84623857819?pwd=NbYBUvT67mL3XdmkPbyHbVCdiI5tnH.1

Meeting ID: 893 0229 8475
Passcode: 131047
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.