Tag: Zoning

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – December 8, 2025

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, December 8, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Consider motion to cancel the City Commission meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025.
  • Consider setting the first City Commission meeting of 2026 for Monday, January 12, 2026.
  • Consider amendment to the 2025 operating budget.
  • Work session to continue discussion on alternatives to the proposed Zoning Map Amendment Z-24-01 for five properties located southwest of Crawford and Broomfield.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, December 8th  

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/81991776909?pwd=0lByKtbH1tGYEPuVJqXS7a3OIV515D.1

Meeting ID: 819 9177 6909
Passcode: 431587
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.

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.

Topics to Watch at the 10/22/25 Mt. Pleasant Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Public hearing on an appeal (ZBA-25-01) filed by Carol Hoorman and neighboring property owners regarding the Planning Commission’s approval of a Special Use Permit and Site Plan Review for the demolition of an existing building and construction of a new gas station and convenience store at 111 Palmer (802 N Main).

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/83449794108?pwd=S1pDQEVBYBL4qRTDnyVeSgBtJ0J1lx.1

Meeting ID: 856 6128 1267

Passcode: 188005

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 9/8/2025 Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, September 8, 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 amended.

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
7) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held August 25, 2025;
8) Received Fall 2025 Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe 2% funding requests from City departments;
9) Received proposed 2026 Annual Operating Budget and set a public hearing for Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm on same;
10) Resolution amending the 2025 Operating Budget;
11) Set a Public Hearing for Monday, September 22, 2025 at 7:00 pm to consider adoption of the 2025 Master Plan updates;
12) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a Public Hearing and approved the OPRA Tax Abatement for 115 and 117 South
University for a period of 12 years.

Appointed Megan Bair to the CBD TIFA District Board.

Scheduled a Joint Work Session for Monday, November 24, 2025 in conjunction with the
Regular Meeting with the 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.

Held a Work Session discussion on potential Fire Code updates.

Adjourned the meeting at 8:55 pm.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – 9/8/2025

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Receive proposed 2026 Annual Operating Budget and set a public hearing for November 10, 2025 on the same.
  • Consider resolution to amend 2025 Operating Budget.
  • Public hearing to consider OPRA Tax Abatement for 115 and 117 South University.
  • Presentation on 2050 Master Plan updates by Jason Ball with Progressive Companies.
  • Consider setting a Joint Work Session for the November 24, 2025 Regular Meeting with the Planning Commission and property owners to discuss alternatives to the proposed Zoning Map Amendment (Z-25-01) for the five properties located southwest of Crawford and Broomfield.
  • Work session to consider potential fire code updates.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

E-Packet for Regular Meeting on Monday, September 8th

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/82342227644?pwd=Fr6tatgYy9lEaxSiWv80Ly2rYMgHx9.1

Meeting ID: 823 4222 7644

Passcode: 546926

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.

Summary of Minutes from the 7/14/2025 City Commission Meeting

Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, July 14, 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.

Item #17 was removed from the Consent Calendar.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
11) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held June 23, 2025.
12) Resolution in support of final TCO #1-2025.
13) Resolution in support of final TCO #3-2025.
14) Resolution in support of final TCO #4-2025.
15) Resolution in support of final TCO #5-2025.
16) Resolution affirming award of contracts for the Water Treatment Plant Improvements and the 2026 Galvanized Water Service Line Replacement Project in support of the DWSRF financing process.
17) Removed from Consent Calendar.
18) Appointed Holly Schmeltzer, City Clerk and Marilyn Wixson, Deputy Clerk.
19) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1104 an Ordinance to amend Chapter 154: Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to allow rezoning of 221 W. Michigan St. from CD-4 to CD-5.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1105 an Ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A of Chapter 154: Zoning Ordinance, of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to remove the one Principle Building per lot restriction within CD-4.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1106 an Ordinance to amend Chapter 154: Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to allow rezoning of parcels of property located on Crosslanes St. from CD-3 to CD-4.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1107 an Ordinance to amend Chapter 154: Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to allow rezoning of 1104 E. Chippewa St. from CD-3 to CD-4.

Approved Bond Authorization Resolution for DWSRF Bonds. (CC Exh 1-2025)
Appointed Latricia Powell to the Zoning Board of Appeals – Alternate as recommended by the Appointments Committee.

Adjourned the meeting at 11:57 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – 7/14/2025

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 14, 2025, at 7 p.m.

  • Public Hearing for Z-25-01: 221 W Michigan – Great Lakes Bay Properties, LLC – Request to rezone the properties from CD-4 (General Urban Character District) to CD-5 (Urban Center Character District).
  • Public hearing on TC-25-01: Multiple-Buildings within the same lot – City of Mt. Pleasant A proposed text change to Table 154.405.A of the zoning ordinance to remove the one principal building per lot restriction within CD-4 (General Urban Character District.)
  • Public Hearing on Z-25-03: Crosslanes Street – City of Mt. Pleasant – Request to rezone the properties from CD-3 (Sub-Urban Character District) to CD-4 (General Urban Character District with the Residential/Dwelling Use Only Special Requirement).
  •  Public Hearing on Z-25-02: 1104 E Chippewa St – Lapham Associates – Request to rezone the property from CD-3 (Sub-Urban Character District) to CD-4 (General Urban Character District with the Residential/Dwelling Use Only Special Requirement).
  • Consider appointments to various boards and commissions as recommended by the Appointments Committee.

To view the entire meeting packet visit: 

Click to access E-Packet%20for%20Regular%20Meeting%20on%20Monday,%20July%2014,%202025.pdf

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/86324205283?pwd=xuBzr6jc4NUE10S2V9BOwF0tb5mlAH.1

Meeting ID: 863 2420 5283

Passcode: 718909

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

Boomer Wingard         bwingard@mt-pleasant.org

John Zang                   jzang@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.

City of Mt. Pleasant 2050 Master Plan Update

The City of Mt. Pleasant is preparing to update its 2050 Master Plan. Every five years (per Public Act 33 of 2008), all Michigan cities are required to have their Planning Commissions review their Master Plans and determine if amendments are necessary, or if the city should adopt a new document.

Master Plans

Master Plans chart the direction of the City’s development for the next 30 years.

Master plans are critical policy documents. They are the primary way for the community to answer the following questions:

  • What do we want our community to look like in 2050?
  • How do we get there?
  • How can we ensure our community is resilient by avoiding or mitigating risks or threats that we may face?

The plan will continue to address land use, transportation, housing, downtown, economic development, and public safety.

Suggested Updates

The city’s current 2050 Master Plan reflects the need for more housing options in the community. Proposed updates are as follows:

  • Add information from the Mission Street Improvement Plan project. This plan, approved by the Mission Street Improvement Plan Steering Committee, and the Mission/Pickard DDA, focuses on roadway improvements, zoning updates, and strategic investments along the Mission Street Corridor.
  • Other suggested updates include incorporating results from the recent Parks & Recreation public outreach efforts, as well as the completed Town Center redevelopment.

Public Input Needed

Public input is imperative during this amendment process. The public is invited to participate in a series of open meetings, which will be held at City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Street. The public will have an opportunity to share their thoughts during the public comment section of each meeting. This can be done in-person or virtually, in some cases.

April 3: Planning Commission – 7 p.m. – City Hall/Hybrid

April 22: Parks & Recreation Commission – 6 p.m. – City Hall (no hybrid option)

April 28: City Commission – 7 p.m. – City Hall/Hybrid

City of Mt. Pleasant Master Planning History

Major projects and policy changes often result from a master planning process. The city adopted its first Master Plan in 1946 with subsequent plans being adopted in 1965, 1987, 2006, and 2020. For instance, the 1965 Master Plan led to the development of “Town Center” and the creation of a new 1971 zoning ordinance. The 1987 Master Plan led to significant investments in park accessibility for individuals with disabilities; facility investments to improve drinking water quality; and extensions of Bellows and Preston Streets.

For more details regarding the 2050 Master Plan Update visit www.mt-pleasant.org/masterplan.

For information about the Mission Street Improvement Plan visit www.mt-pleasant.org/missionstreet.

City of Mt. Pleasant Recognized for Supporting Business in their Community

The City of Mt. Pleasant has been named a 2024 eCities Honored Community for its successes and efforts in contributing to Michigan’s growth. The designation was given as part of the annual eCities study, conducted by iLabs, the University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Office of Engagement and Impact. The four other Honored Communities are the cities of Battle Creek, Romulus, Sault Ste. Marie, and Tecumseh.

According to City Manager Aaron Desentz, “This eCities recognition is tangible evidence that the City of Mt. Pleasant continues to focus on all forms of economic development, while enhancing capital assets through improved roads and pathways. To be recognized out of a field of 277 communities is an honor.”

The eCities study analyzed publicly available data from 277 communities from 54 counties in Michigan. Researchers focused on the five-year changes in property values, community assets, and tax rates, which can demonstrate the growth, investments, and cost of doing business within the community. For example, over the five-year period of 2019-2023, these communities increased their capital assets by an average of 3.71 percent per year by investments such as new buildings, roads and bike paths, and library renovations. Further, these places are home to 86 percent of Michigan’s real commercial property and have 64 percent of the state’s total property value. Communities that have seen the strongest growth in business development over the past five years, while controlling the costs of doing business in town, are designated as five- and four-star communities.

Although accounting for less than 20 percent of the State’s cities and townships, the 277 communities analyzed are home to 71 percent of Michigan’s population and 87 percent of the state’s commercial property. “Each year, we enjoy recognizing the efforts made by cities and townships throughout Michigan to support business growth and entrepreneurship in their communities,” said Kari Kowalski, Assistant Director of iLabs.