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

Summary of Minutes from the 7/28/2025 City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, July 28, 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:

10) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held July 14, 2025.

11) Renewal of MMRMA Insurance for the period July 1, 2025 through July 1, 2026.

12) MDOT contract 2025-0477 and adopt resolution to support the continued operation and maintenance of AWOS at the Mt. Pleasant Regional Airport and authorize the City Manager to sign the contract electronically.

13) Terminate contract with Kihn Heating & Cooling and award the contract for the remaining 13 jobs to Custom Heating & Plumbing of Mt. Pleasant, MI and budget amendment for same.

14) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1103 amending Chapter 72: Bicycles and Electric Bicycles of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances regarding the usage of motorized bikes on City owned trails.

Approved a budget amendment for Sustainability Coordinator Position.

Approved and conducted a Closed Session pursuant to subsection 8(h) of the Open Meetings Act to consider material subject to attorney-client privilege.

Adjourned the meeting at 10:30 p.m.

UPDATE: (2/15/2025 at 3 p.m.) The Snow Emergency has been cancelled.

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:

Overnight street parking is allowed throughout the City of Mt. Pleasant year-round, except for the Downtown area.
Downtown street parking is prohibited from 4 – 6 a.m. year-round.
When a snow emergency is declared, all cars must be removed from the street.