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.

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 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – September 28, 2026

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • Presentation of the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
  • Public hearing for PILOT and MSA Extension for Mill Street Landing
  • Consider prioritization and approval of submission of City requests for Fall 2026 Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe 2% allocation
  • Work session on the proposed 2027 Operating Budget

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, September 28th

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/88948056698?pwd=emMLBunjbNPXKpgiIUtagXsoBUCBW8.1

Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799
Meeting ID: 889 4805 6698
Passcode: 075789

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 of the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – September 14, 2026

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, September 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Mayor Wingard read and presented International Day of Peace proclamation to Donna Giuliani from the Isabella Human Rights Committee.

Finance Director Lauren Pavlowski gave an update on 2025 annual audit.

Approved the Agenda as presented. 

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

8) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held August 24, 2026;

9) Receive Fall 2026 Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribal 2% funding requests from City departments;

10) Receive proposed 2027 Annual Operating Budget and set public hearing for Monday, November 9, 2026;

11) Award contract for 2026 Slide Gate Actuator Retrofit to Systems Specialties of Bloomfield Hills, MI, and a budget amendment;

12) Award four-year contract renewal with HydroCorp of Troy, MI, for continued administration of the commercial cross connection control program, for a total contract amount of $43,191.64;

13) Award 2026 Analytical Equipment Annual Service Agreement to Hach Company of Loveland, CO;

14) Payrolls & Warrants.

Approved the Resolution to amend 2026 Operating Budget

Approved the selection of Spire Development for the construction of Mill Street Landing affordable housing project at 410 Mill Street, 200 Walnut Street and 208 Walnut Street, receive the proposed Amendment to PILOT Ordinance No. 1092, its accompanying Resolution, and MSA Agreement, and set a public hearing for Monday, September 28, 2026 to consider the PILOT extension.

Authorized remaining unpaid funds on the Nelson Park mill and overlay contract be obligated to Granite Re, Inc., or to a completion contractor arranged under the performance bond, and that staff may then proceed with termination and the surety demand.  

Directed staff to do an analysis of costs for city bathrooms and public bathrooms.

Accepted a presentation by Harsna Chahal, a CMU Medical Student regarding providing free feminine products in city restrooms.  

Conducted a work session discussion on responsible contract language in the City’s Purchasing Policy.

Adjourned the meeting at 10:12 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – September 14, 2026 

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, September 14, 2026, at 7 p.m. 

  • Update on 2025 Annual Audit by Finance Director Lauren Pavlowski. 
  • Receive proposed Annual Operating Budget for 2027 and set a public hearing for November 9, 2026. 
  • Request for developer selection & PILOT and MSA Extension for Mill Street Landing and consider setting a public hearing for September 28, 2026. 
  • Discussion on ordinance on providing free menstrual products in City restrooms. 
  • Work Session discussion on responsible contracting language in the City’s purchasing policy. 

To view the entire meeting packet visit:   

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, September 14th 

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/83717720281?pwd=IFaylqITQO7T91ff0c363RIrXZzPLy.1

Meeting ID: 837 1772 0281 
Passcode: 552908 
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 09/03/26 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, September 3, 2026, at 7 p.m.

  • SPR-PCR-26-002 – 410 Mill Street, 200 Walnut St, 208 Walnut St – Spire Development, LLC – The applicant is requesting approval to build three buildings for a 50-unit affordable multi-family housing development.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

September 3rd 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.

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.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant ZBA Meeting – August 26, 2026

The Mt. Pleasant Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Commission Chambers, 320 W. Broadway St. Below are a few topics on the agenda you may want to follow:

Topics to Watch:

  • Welcome new Building Official Cory Donnell
  • PZBA-26-003 – 1516 S Mission – Raising Canes Restaurants LLC – request for a variance from the 15’ maximum front setback established in Table 154.405.A in the CD5 Urban Center District

View the full meeting e-packet for complete details.

How to Watch the Meeting

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/81525811930?pwd=bapdYcVpFzyWJ0mDHVAtQbUDzGBwVg.1

Meeting ID: 856 6128 1267

Passcode: 435664

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:

  1. Click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen.
  2. 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 becoming disruptive during the meeting.

Virtual attendance 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. 

Need Accommodations?

The City will provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities. To request assistance, contact the Human Resources office at (989) 779-5314 at least 48 hours before the meeting.