During the summer, various downtown parking lots will be undergoing reconstruction. Please refer to www.mt-pleasant.org/construction for a detailed schedule, FAQ and alternative parking options.
UPDATE: (2/15/2025 at 3 p.m.) – The Snow Emergency has been cancelled, due to the change in forecast. Plow crews will be out tonight and early tomorrow morning to clear the roads.
Due to the significant winter weather forecast, the City of Mt. Pleasant has declared a Snow Emergency. All vehicles must be removed from the streets by 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, so crews can safely and effectively clear the roadways.
Failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.
Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, is provided through the city’s social media channels, website www.mt-pleasant.org, blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.
To receive an email notification, individuals must sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.
Parking ordinance reminders:
If a snow emergency is declared by City staff, on-street parking will NOT be permitted.
During a snow emergency, failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.
Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, will be provided through the city’s social media channels, website www.mt-pleasant.org, blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.
To receive an email notification, sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.
Parking ordinance reminders:
Helpful information can be found in the City’s ‘home away from home’ guide composed specifically for college students.
The City is thrilled to welcome the students of Central Michigan University and Mid Michigan College to the Mt. Pleasant area for the 2024-2025 academic year.
As part-year residents, students have the opportunity to explore the City while immersing themselves in college life. To make that transition easier, a home away from home guide was created.
Useful information can be found at www.mt-pleasant.org/students or the “CMU & MMC Student Resident” page of the City’s blog (www.mpcityblog.com/studentresidents).
Topics include:
The City of Mt. Pleasant Snow Emergency declared on January 11, 2024, has been lifted, effective 6 p.m. on January 13, 2024. On-street parking is now permitted. Thank you for your cooperation during this winter storm.
Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, is provided through the city’s social media channels, website (www.mt-pleasant.org), blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.
To receive an email notification, individuals must sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.
Due to the significant winter weather forecast, the City of Mt. Pleasant has declared a Snow Emergency. All vehicles must be removed from the streets by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024, so crews can safely and effectively clear the roadways.
Failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.
Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, is provided through the city’s social media channels, website www.mt-pleasant.org, blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.
To receive an email notification, individuals must sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.
Parking ordinance reminders:
It is time to visit Downtown Mt. Pleasant and enjoy the Christmas Celebration slated for December 1-2, 2023. Please note the following street closures. For detailed event information visit: www.mt-pleasant.org/christmas
Thursday, November 30 starting at 5 p.m. – Saturday, December 2 at 10 p.m.
Beginning November 30 at 4 p.m., cars left on the streets noted above will be towed to the City Hall parking lot.
Saturday, December 2
6 a.m. – 10 p.m. No street parking on Main St. from Broadway to High St.
Cars left on Main St. will be towed to the City Hall parking lot.
2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Main St. closed to through traffic from Broadway to High St.
(In addition to the Broadway Street closure.)
The lighted parade which begins at 6 p.m. on December 2, starts at the First United Methodist Church, travels north on Main Street, east on Broadway Street, south on Lansing Street to Michigan Street. The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation’s Women’s Initiative will serve as parade Grand Marshal in honor of their 20th anniversary supporting women and girls in Isabella County.
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.
If a snow emergency is declared by City staff, on-street parking will NOT be permitted.
During a snow emergency, failure to remove vehicles from the street will result in a ticket. Towing may be utilized if ticketing has proven ineffective and/or the vehicles parked on the street cause a delay in snow removal.
Notice of when a snow emergency is declared, and later lifted, will be provided through the city’s social media channels, website (www.mt-pleasant.org), blog https://mpcityblog.com/, community information phone line (989-779-5320), local media notification, and an email alert.
To receive an email notification, sign up to receive the city’s monthly eConnections newsletter by visiting www.mt-pleasant.org.
Parking ordinance reminders:
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, October 9, 2023, 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:
7) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held September 25, 2023.
8) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held September 25, 2023.
9) Set a public hearing for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on the establishment of a PACE District and approved a resolution of intent.
10) Received a proposed PILOT program and set a public hearing for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public comment on the matter.
11) Payrolls and Warrants.
Held a public hearing and read, passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1090, an Ordinance to amend Title IX: General Regulations, Chapter 98. Streets and Sidewalks §98.37 Snow and Ice Removal From Sidewalks of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant to require snow and ice removal from sidewalks 24 hours after a snow or ice event.
Held a public hearing and read, passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1091, an Ordinance to amend Title VII: Traffic Code, Chapter 71. Parking Regulations of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant to modify definitions, remove even/odd overnight parking system and establish a system for parking lot snow removal, provide reference to special parking arrangements for future ease of recall, and establish regulations for parking at electric car charging stations.
Approved a contract with T.H. Eifert to update the controls on the City Hall HVAC system and budget amendment for same.
Approved allocation of General Funds to continue to cover the costs for the Outdoor Ice Rink and approved a $2,000 budget amendment for a new liner.
Approved GM Dealer Community Charging Program Agreement as presented and direct staff to sign all necessary documents.
Conducted a Work Session discussion on weeds, tall grass and natural vegetation.
Approved and conducted a closed session pursuant to Section 8(1)(e) of the Open Meetings Act to consult with the City Attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with pending litigation.
Adjourned the meeting at 9:31 p.m.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, September 25, 2023, 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:
2) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held September 11, 2023.
3) Contract with Wonsey Tree Service of Alma, MI for 2024-2025 tree trimming and removal.
4) Authorized Grant Application Assurance form for Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation grant to replace thermal imaging units used in the Fire Department.
5) Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Standard Lighting Contract with Consumers Energy for the Pickard-Bradley intersection.
6) Resolution authorizing MI-DNR Urban and Community Forestry Program Grant Application – Town Center Civic Space Project.
7) Received proposed ordinance to amend Title IX: General Regulations, Chapter 98. Streets and Sidewalks §98.37 Snow and Ice Removal From Sidewalks of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant to require snow and ice removal from sidewalks 24 hours after a snow or ice event and set a public hearing on same for Monday, October 9, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
8) Received proposed ordinance to amend Title VII: Traffic Code, Chapter 71. Parking Regulations of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant and set a public hearing on same for Monday, October 9, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
9) Budget amendment to authorize the purchase of network firewall equipment in the current fiscal year.
10) Received proposed ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A District Standards: CD-4 General Urban and CD-5 Urban Center Character Districts of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances regarding driveway widths and set a public hearing for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on same.
11) Received proposed ordinance to amend Table 154.410.A Building and Lot Principal Use, Section 154.410.B Special Uses and Article VII of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances regarding institutional uses and set a public hearing for October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
12) Received proposed ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A District Standards: CD-3L Sub-Urban Large, CD-3 Sub-Urban, CD-04 General Urban Character Districts regarding the ratio of houses versus garage at frontage and set a public hearing for October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
13) Payrolls and Warrants.
The City Commission prioritized and approved submission of City requests for Fall 2023 Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe 2% allocations.
Conducted a work session discussion on 2024 proposed Operating Budget.
Approved and conducted a closed session pursuant to subsection 8(h) of the Open Meetings Act to consider material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute.
Terminated the third-party administrator contract with Trustmark Health Benefits.
Authorized staff to sign a sole source contract with Insight Benefit Administrators for the oversight, processing and administration of the City’s health insurance benefit plans.
Adjourned the meeting at 8:53 p.m.
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