Tag: City of Mt. Pleasant

Road Closures for Christmas Celebration and Parade

The City of Mt. Pleasant is preparing for a weekend of Christmas festivities. To help residents and visitors plan ahead, the following outlines road closures and the route for the Lighted Christmas Parade.

For the full event schedule and additional details, visit www.mt-pleasant.org/christmas.

Beginning Friday, December 5 at 5 p.m., vehicles parked on the streets listed below will be subject to towing. Towed vehicles will be relocated to City Hall (320 W. Broadway St.).

Road Closures

Friday, December 5 at 5 p.m. – Saturday, December 6 at 8 p.m.

  • Broadway St. from Washington St. to Lansing St.
  • Main St. from Michigan St. to Jockey Alley
  • University St. from Broadway St. to Cat’s Meow Alley.
  • Franklin St. from Broadway St. to Cat’s Meow Alley.
  • Court St. from Broadway St. to Jockey Alley.

Saturday, December 6 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

  • Main St. from Broadway St. to High St.,
  • Broadway St. from Main St. to Lansing St.
  • Lansing St. from Broadway St. to Illinois St.

Parade Route

The lighted parade, which begins at 6 p.m. on December 6, starts at the First United Methodist Church, travels north on Main Street, east on Broadway Street, south on Lansing Street to Illinois Street. CMU President, Neil MacKinnon, will serve as the Parade Grand Marshal.

PARADE SAFETY NOTE:  For the safety of parade-goers and parade participants; please do not venture out into the street during the parade. Stay on the sidewalk during the entire duration of the parade.

Topics to Watch at the 12/04/25 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, December 4, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • The Planning Commission will review an amendment request for a previously approved site plan at 1219 N. Mission Street.
  • Commissioners will discuss potential properties to list as priority redevelopment sites for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
  • The Commission will establish next year’s meeting dates.
  • After adjournment, commissioners will move into a work session.

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/82442572171?pwd=yW9deD7a1sWyYICkrbZINUa8SdkJvl.1

Meeting ID: 893 0229 8475
Passcode: 094130
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.

Summary of Minutes from the 11/24/2025 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Item #14, “Discussion on Commissioner vacancy”, was added to the agenda.

Item #15, “Discussion on tenants rights committee”, was added to the agenda.

Approved the Agenda as amended.

Held a Joint Work Session with the City Commission, Planning Commission and property owners to discuss alternatives to the proposed Zoning Map Amendment Z-24-01 for the five properties located southwest of Crawford and Broomfield.

A consensus was reached to revise previous PRD dissolution and rezoning proposal to address issues that led to the 2024 denial.

Adjourned the Joint Work Session at 10:00 p.m.

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
4) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held November 10, 2025;
5) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held November 10, 2025;
6) Renew contract with Insight Benefit Administrators for 2026 plan year;
7) Resolution and purchase of a John Deer 524 wheel loader under a Snogo Problast snowblower from AIS Construction Equipment, of Bridgeport, MI;
8) Professional Services Agreement with Fishbeck of Grand Rapids, MI for Phase II DWSRF Design Engineering and a budget amendment for same;
9) Resolution approving the 2026 Final Operating Budget and set the millage rate for 2026 at 16.25;
10) Resolution supporting amended rates, fees and charges for 2026;
11) Resolution to opt-out of Public Act 152 of 2011 for the 2026 plan year, as authorized under Section 8 of the Act;
12) Payrolls and Warrants.

Made appointments to various boards and commissions as recommended by the Appointments Committee.

Held a discussion on Commissioner vacancy. No action taken.

Held a discussion on tenants rights committee. No action taken.

Adjourned the meeting at 10:41 pm

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – November 24, 2025

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Joint session with the Planning Commission and local property owners to discuss options for a proposed zoning change for the five properties southwest of Crawford and Broomfield.
  • Consider approving the final 2026 Operating Budget and set next year’s property tax rate.
  • Consider opting out of Public Act 152 of 2011, a Michigan law that limits how much public employers can pay toward employee health insurance plans.
  • Review of recommendations and potential appointments to various boards and commissions.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, November 24th  

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/84217594299?pwd=pmOa8oYeoqAfG3kZ1laDX4QIrGnSQJ.1

Meeting ID: 842 1759 4299
Passcode: 080994
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
Elizabeth Busch          ebusch@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.

Garage Fire on South Elizabeth Street

On November 20, 2025, at 7:50 a.m., the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department responded to a structure fire located at 211 S. Elizabeth St. Heavy smoke was reported throughout the neighborhood.

The Fire Department arrived at 7:52 a.m. and found an unattached 24’ x 24’ garage behind the residence with heavy black smoke coming from the entire building. Firefighters quickly began working and brought the fire under control at 8:11 a.m.

The garage was used as a workshop and sustained significant smoke and fire damage. The building structure withstood the fire and remains structurally intact.

The occupants were home at the time of the fire and reported no injuries. The garage was the only building that sustained any damage.

The Mt. Pleasant Fire Department was assisted by the Mt. Pleasant Police Department, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Fire Department, Deerfield Fire Department, and Isabella County Central Dispatch.

No occupants, pets, or firefighters reported any injuries. The fire remains under investigation.

Most home fires occur at night when people are sleeping. Check your smoke detectors monthly and replace batteries twice a year. Operating smoke detectors may save your life.

Mt. Pleasant Communication Survey Open Until December 13, 2025

The City of Mt. Pleasant is launching a community-wide Communication Survey to better understand how people in the community receive information, what they want to hear more about, and what makes it easier–or harder–to stay connected with what’s happening in the city.

The survey is open from November 20 through December 13, 2025, and is available online and in print. Anyone who lives, works, studies, or spends time in Mt. Pleasant is invited to participate.

This survey is part of the City’s effort to strengthen communication and support a meaningful two-way feedback loop. Responses will help the City learn:

  • How community members receive updates such as service changes, events, news, and public meeting information
  • Which communication channels are most helpful
  • What topics people want more information about
  • What barriers make it difficult to stay informed or engage
  • How the City can make it easier to ask questions, share ideas, or get important updates

The City’s goal is to make information easy to find, keep residents informed, and help everyone feel confident that their voice is valued. The survey will highlight what is working well and where communication can become more consistent, accessible, and useful.

How to Participate

Online:
Complete the survey at www.mt-pleasant.org/survey

Printed copies:
Printed surveys are available at City Hall and may be returned in person or mailed to: City Hall, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858.

All responses must be received by Saturday, December 13, 2025.

For questions or assistance, contact:
Madison Craven, Public Relations / Graphic Designer
(989) 779-5322
mcraven@mt-pleasant.org

Mt. Pleasant Police Department Hosts Annual Cram-A-Cruiser Toy Drive to Support Toys for Tots

The Mt. Pleasant Police Department is once again partnering with Krapohl Ford Lincoln to support Toys for Tots through the annual Cram-A-Cruiser toy drive.

Residents and businesses are invited to help make the holidays brighter for children in the Mt. Pleasant area by donating new, unwrapped toys during one of the following collection events:

  • Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Krapohl Ford Lincoln, 1415 E. Pickard St.
  • Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in front of the Mt. Pleasant Department of Public Safety Building, 804 E. High St.

During each event, Mt. Pleasant police officers will be on-site with patrol vehicles ready to be “crammed” full of donations. All collected toys will benefit the local Toys for Tots program, helping families in need this holiday season.

Those unable to attend can drop off new, unwrapped toys at Krapohl Ford Lincoln or the Mt. Pleasant Department of Public Safety lobby during regular business hours through December 15.

Topics to Watch at the 11/19/25 Mt. Pleasant Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Review of next year’s Zoning Board of Appeals meeting dates
  • Board Member recognitions

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

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/84393675238?pwd=FJbX9iVbGlUQjrxmE58J3ba7IbRC2d.1

Meeting ID: 856 6128 1267
Passcode: 532227
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.

Summary of Minutes from the 11/10/2025 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, November 10, 2025, 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:
6) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held October 27, 2025;
7) 2026 Chemical Bid contracts;
8) Contract with Reunion Health Services SiriusPoint America Insurance Company for 2026 stop loss coverage insurance;
9) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a Public Hearing to allow for public input on intent to renew the CBD TIFA Plan. No action was taken.

Held a Public hearing and approved a Resolution and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1109, an ordinance to renew and amend the Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Central Business District Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan, adopted on April 15, 1985, as amended.

Held a Public Hearing on the proposed 2026 Annual Operating Budget. No action was taken.

Approved Project Agreement for the MDNR Trust Fund Grant for fiscal year 2025 budget to support North Pathway project and adopted Resolution on same.

Approved the Housing Commission’s request for Renewal of the Municipal Services Agreement (MSA).

Held a Work Session discussion on Immigration Trust Act.

Approved and conducted a Closed Session pursuant to subsection 8(a) of the Open Meetings Act to consider a personnel evaluation.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:38 p.m

Topics to Watch at the 11/10/25 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Public hearing to allow input on the proposed 2026 City budget.
  • Consider project agreement for $400,000 Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Trust Fund Grant to support the North Pathway project and adopt a related resolution.
  • Consider the Housing Commission’s request to renew the Municipal Services Agreement (MSA).
  • Work session on the Immigration Trust Act.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, November 10th  

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/85920001383?pwd=YsYKuBzVnJslzG41LaL8o6DGNXvWN7.1

Meeting ID: 859 2000 1383

Passcode: 011738

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

Elizabeth Busch         ebusch@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.