Burton, MI

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Zoning Board of Appeals

The Burton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider two variance requests. The first seeks to allow an accessory structure in a front yard, and the second seeks to build two homes on one parcel. The board will also approve minutes and take public comments.

• ZBA 26-16: Variance for accessory structure in front yard at 6464 Davison Rd., parcel 59-12-527-009, R-1A zoning
• ZBA 26-17: Variance to build two single-family homes on one parcel at Genesee & Lippincott, parcel 59-23-501-001, R-1A zoning
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider demolishing the property at 6254 Mercury (Parcel ID # 59-13-502-021), which has been deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition, but the council may also choose to order repairs, an abatement, or postpone action.

• Public hearing on demolition of 6254 Mercury, Parcel ID # 59-13-502-021
• Resolution to approve Step V of the Burton City Demolition Procedure
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with sealed bids and razing within 30 days of bid acceptance
• Alternatives: repair with building permit, abate with demolition permit, or postpone action
• DPW authorized to demolish if owner fails to comply with permits

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of the property at 1252 Decamp (Parcel ID # 59-30-577-103). The Building Official will present on the property, after which the council will vote on a resolution to declare it a public nuisance or hazard. The resolution offers four options: immediate demolition, repair with a building permit, abatement with a demolition permit, or postponement. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition.

• Public hearing on demolition of 1252 Decamp, Parcel ID # 59-30-577-103
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with authorization to seek sealed bids
• Options include repair or abatement with permits, or postponement
• Special meeting at 6:45 PM in Council Chambers, 4303 S. Center Road

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of the property at 4225 S. Saginaw (Parcel ID # 59-32-503-309), deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition, but the council may also order repair, abatement, or postpone action. The meeting includes a presentation by the Building Official and audience comments limited to three minutes.

• Public hearing on demolition of 4225 S. Saginaw, Parcel ID # 59-32-503-309
• Resolution to approve Step V of the Burton City Demolition Procedure
• DPW recommends immediate demolition with sealed bids and 30-day raze timeline
• Alternatives include repair with building permit, abatement with demolition permit, or postponement
• Special meeting at 5:45 PM in Council Chambers, 4303 S. Center Road

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider demolishing the structure at 2457 Judd (Parcel ID # 59-32-527-002), which the building official will present on. After hearing comments, the council will vote on a resolution to declare the property a public nuisance or hazard and choose one of four options: immediate demolition, repair with a building permit, abate with a demolition permit, or postpone action. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition, contingent on council acceptance of the low bid.

• Public hearing on demolition of 2457 Judd, Parcel ID # 59-32-527-002
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with sealed bids authorized
• Options include repair or demolition permits with specified deadlines
• Council to select one of four orders for the property

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider demolishing the property at 4153 S. Saginaw (Parcel ID # 59-32-503-014), deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition, but the council may also order repair, abatement, or postpone action. The building official will present on the property before council action.

• Public hearing on demolition of 4153 S. Saginaw, Parcel ID # 59-32-503-014
• Resolution to authorize Step V of the Burton City Demolition Procedure
• DPW recommends immediate demolition with sealed bids and 30-day raze timeline
• Alternatives: repair with building permit, abate with demolition permit, or postpone

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of the property at 5240 Arnold (Parcel ID # 59-11-529-030), which has been deemed a potential public nuisance or hazard. The Building Official will present on the property, and the council will vote on a resolution to either order immediate demolition, require repair, or postpone action. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition.

• Public hearing on demolition of 5240 Arnold, Parcel ID # 59-11-529-030
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• DPW authorized to seek sealed bids for demolition if approved
• Options include repair or demolition permit with specified deadlines

City Council

The Burton City Council is meeting to approve routine items including attorney invoices and a significant sidewalk construction contract amendment. The main action is authorizing an additional mile of sidewalk on Davison Road from Genesee to Belsay for $350,000, funded by a budget amendment. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Approve attorney billing from Odette, $2,631.00 (invoices #1119 & 1120)
• Approve attorney billing from Miller Johnson, $6,972.20 (invoice #2083431)
• Amend T.G. Priehs contract for Genesee Road Sidewalk project to add Davison Road sidewalk mile, $350,000.00
• Budget amendment: add $350,000 for Davison Road Sidewalk; decrease Covert Road by $115,000, non-motorized by $75,000, and Major Street fund balance by $160,000

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider demolishing a structure at 3191 E. Bristol Rd. (Parcel ID # 59-28-576-072), deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works will present on the property, and the council will vote on a resolution to order immediate demolition, repair, or abatement.

• Public hearing on demolition of 3191 E. Bristol Rd., Parcel ID # 59-28-576-072
• Resolution to approve Step V of the Burton City Demolition Procedure
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with authorization to request sealed bids
• Options include repair with building permit or abatement with demolition permit
• Structure to be razed within 30 days of council acceptance of low bid

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of a structure at 3260 Alpena (Parcel ID # 59-28-554-048), which has been deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition and will present information on the property. The council will vote on one of four options: immediate demolition, repair with a building permit, abatement with a demolition permit, or postponement.

• Public hearing on demolition of 3260 Alpena, Parcel ID # 59-28-554-048
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with authorization to seek sealed bids
• Alternatives include repair or abatement with permits within specified days
• Council to select one of four orders for the property

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of the property at 1409 Allen St. (Parcel ID # 59-30-576-049), which has been deemed a public nuisance or hazard. The Building Official will present on the property, and the council will vote on a resolution to either order immediate demolition, require repair, require abatement, or postpone action. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition.

• Public hearing on demolition of 1409 Allen St., Parcel ID # 59-30-576-049
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with authorization to seek sealed bids
• Options include repair, abatement, or postponement with specified timelines

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider demolishing the property at 4312 S. Dort Hwy (Parcel IDs 59-32-400-044, 59-32-400-043, 59-32-400-045). The Building Official will present on the property, and the council will vote on a resolution to declare it a public nuisance or hazard and choose among demolition, repair, or abatement options. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition.

• Public hearing on demolition of 4312 S. Dort Hwy
• Resolution to declare property a public nuisance or hazard
• Options: immediate demolition, repair with building permit, or abate with demolition permit
• DPW recommends immediate demolition contingent on council acceptance of low bid

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the July 20, 2026 minutes, administrative reports, and audience participation. No specific action items, projects, or financial decisions are listed for discussion.

• Approval of Downtown Development Meeting Minutes from July 20, 2026
• Audience participation limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 21, 2026 at 8:30 AM

The Burton Downtown Development Authority approved a motion to pay half of the $600 cost for putting up and taking down the Back to the Bricks banner, with a 3-1 vote. The board also discussed ongoing land division paperwork and tree trimming, but took no other formal action.

• Approved $300 for half of Back to the Bricks banner costs (3-1)
• Approved July 20, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to consider the demolition of the property at 1415 Allen (Parcel ID # 59-30-576-050), which has been deemed a potential public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works will present on the property, and the council will vote on a resolution to order immediate demolition, repair, or abatement. The DPW recommends immediate demolition, contingent on council acceptance of the low bid.

• Public hearing on demolition of 1415 Allen, Parcel ID # 59-30-576-050
• Resolution to authorize Step V of Burton City Demolition Procedure
• DPW recommends immediate demolition, with sealed bids and 30-day raze timeline
• Options include repair with building permit or abatement with demolition permit
• Council to select one of four orders: immediate demolition, repair, abate, or postpone

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Burton Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several upcoming community events, including the Trick or Treat Trail, a new Chili Cook Off, a Walking Club update, and a Christmas Tree/Pizza with Santa event. The meeting also includes time for public comment and new business.

• Trick or Treat Trail
• Chili Cook Off (new)
• Walking Club update
• Christmas Tree/Pizza w/Santa
• Audience participation (3-minute limit)

Planning Commission

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on a collective bargaining agreement for the Michigan Association of Fire Fighters and a payment for attorney billing. The council will also consider a license for a sewer and water installer and the first reading of an ordinance regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses.

• Payment of $3,841.00 for Attorney Billing (Odette) invoices #1111 & 1112
• Michigan Association of Fire Fighters (MAFF) Collective Bargaining Agreement (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029)
• Residential Sanitary Sewer & Water Installer's License for Johnson & Sons Excavating, Inc.
• First reading of Case No. 339 to amend Chapter 157 regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses

The City Council approved the Michigan Association of Fire Fighters (MAFF) collective bargaining agreement for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, by a 4-3 vote, after a motion to table it failed 3-4. The council also approved a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 157 to require special approval for C-2 general business uses, which would affect future gas stations. Additionally, the council approved attorney billing of $3,841 and a sewer/water installer's license for Johnson & Sons Excavating.

• Approved MAFF collective bargaining agreement (4-3)
• Tabled MAFF contract discussion failed (3-4)
• Approved first reading of Zoning Case 339 ordinance (7-0)
• Approved attorney billing of $3,841 (7-0)
• Approved sewer/water installer's license for Johnson & Sons Excavating (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2026 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Genesee County Youth Advisory. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Genesee County Youth Advisory

The City Council heard a presentation from Darren Bagley of MSU Extension regarding a youth leadership and governance program. Council members discussed participant requirements, costs, budgeting, and staff involvement. No formal actions were taken.

City Council

The City Council will vote on road improvement projects, including a paving petition for Montcalm and Day St. The body is also reviewing a contract for road resurfacing and an ordinance amendment regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses.

• Contract with Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for Burton Estates Road Resurfacing 26-004-P for $602,566.25
• Paving petition and assessment for Montcalm and Day St (Project #26-012-P)
• Budget amendment to increase Burton Estates funds by $33,500
• Attorney billing payments of $1,770.00 (Odette) and $1,082.80 (Miller Johnson)
• First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 157 regarding C-2 General Business permitted uses

Council approved a $602,566.25 contract for road resurfacing and a paving petition for Montcalm and Day Streets. A proposed ordinance to require special approval for certain C-2 general business uses failed to pass or be tabled due to split votes. The council also authorized payments for legal services and a MERS plan addendum.

• Approved $602,566.25 contract with Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for Burton Estates Road Resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved paving petition for Montcalm and Day St to upgrade gravel to asphalt (6-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Montcalm and Day Street Project #26-012-P on September 10, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved $33,500 budget amendment within Local Streets Fund for Burton Estates (6-0)
• Approved MERS Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Plan Addendum (6-0)
• Approved $1,770.00 payment for Attorney Odette invoices (6-0)
• Approved $1,082.80 payment for Miller Johnson attorney invoice (6-0)
• Proposed ordinance for C-2 general business special approval failed to pass or be tabled (3-3)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review administrative reports and discuss the welcome sign for the North End District.

• Welcome Sign North End District

The Burton Downtown Development Authority approved a tree replacement for the street in front of George's Garage at G4307 S. Saginaw Street, with a 6-1 vote. The board also discussed the welcome sign for the North End District, awaiting surveyor input, and discussed tree trimming with Aspen and Consumers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 15, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved tree replacement for street at G4307 S. Saginaw St. (6-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance requests. These include proposals to build multi-family housing in single-family zones and a request for temporary signage.

• ZBA 26-12: Request for 16-foot side yard setback for a garage at 5256 E. Bristol Rd.
• ZBA 26-13: Request to build duplexes at the corner of Lippincott & Genesee Rd.
• ZBA 26-14: Request for temporary signage at 5515 Davison Rd. (BiggBy Coffee).
• ZBA 26-15: Request to build a duplex on a vacant parcel on Davison Rd.

Planning Commission

The Burton Planning Commission will consider a special use application to add a pre‑manufactured concrete patch plant at G‑3328 Kleinpell St., a parcel zoned M‑2. The commission will also review several site plan applications, including a new gasoline sales and convenience store with drive‑through at 4154 Davison Rd., and an ordinance amendment affecting C‑2 general business permitted uses. Additional administrative site plan reviews cover parking additions, a Spirit Halloween location, a beauty salon, a private school training center, and a tire wholesale distribution.

• Special Use BCPC Case #26-28: request for concrete patch plant at G‑3328 Kleinpell St., parcel 59‑28‑555‑006 (zoned M‑2)
• Site Plan Review SPR 26‑32: gasoline sales, convenience store and drive‑through at 4154 Davison Rd. (zoned C‑2)
• Public Hearing Case No. 339: ordinance amendment to Chapter 157 affecting C‑2 general business permitted uses
• Administrative SPR 26‑25: parking addition at 4180 Davison Rd. (zoned C‑2)
• Administrative SPR 26‑31: tire wholesale distribution at 4072 Flint Asphalt Dr. (zoned M‑2)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss planning for upcoming seasonal activities and review park updates. The body will also consider whether to hold holiday home decoration contests and a potential business division for those contests.

• Trick or Treat Trail planning
• Christmas Tree lighting
• Pizza with Santa
• Holiday Home Decoration Contests
• Park Updates

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission will meet to approve the printing of ballots and authorize public accuracy testing for the August 4, 2026, Primary Election. The body will also appoint election workers for the event.

• Authorize printing ballots for August 4, 2026 Primary Election
• Authorize Public Accuracy Testing on July 28, 2026
• Authorize appointment of Election Workers for August 4, 2026 Primary Election
• Approval of Election Commission Meeting Minutes from April 14, 2026

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on several financial authorizations, including a $61,952 contract with Zito Construction for the Eugene Street Drain Crossing. It will also consider a $25,425 MDOT road‑rehabilitation contract (city share $5,085) and a $3,539 attorney billing payment. Additional items include budget amendments for the Election and Assessor departments and a public hearing schedule for nuisance investigations at multiple properties.

• Approve payment of $3,539 for attorney billing (Odette) invoices #1102 & #1103
• Approve MDOT contract for preliminary engineering of East Maple Ave road rehab, total $25,425, city cost $5,085
• Approve $61,952 construction contract with Zito Construction for Eugene Street Drain Crossing over Phillips Drain
• Set public hearings on Aug 17‑18 to consider nuisance or hazardous condition investigations at listed properties
• Budget amendments: add $4,000 for new Election Department equipment and increase Assessor Department vehicle budget by $687

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects including MDOT road engineering and a drain crossing contract. The council also authorized two budget amendments for the Election and Assessor departments and set public hearings regarding potential property nuisances.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $3,539.00 in attorney billing (7-0)
• Authorized MDOT road rehabilitation engineering contract for approximately $5,085.00 (7-0)
• Approved $61,952.00 construction contract with Zito Construction for Eugene Street Drain Crossing (7-0)
• Set public hearings for potential property nuisances on August 17 and 18, 2026 (7-0)
• Increased Election Department equipment budget by $4,000 (7-0)
• Increased Assessor Department vehicle budget to $28,687 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for a property at 3095 S. Dort Hwy. The applicant seeks to conduct M-1 light industrial use within a C-2 general business zone for used car sales.

• Variance ZBA 26-11: Tarek Jarayseh request for 3095 S. Dort Hwy. (Parcel ID 59-28-501-192)

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on a wastewater assessment contract and an ordinance regarding marijuana facility hours. The body is also considering a change to the city's cost-sharing model under the State of Michigan Public Act of 2011.

• Contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. for citywide wastewater assessment not to exceed $206,778.00
• Ordinance to amend chapter 157 regarding hours of operation for marijuana facilities
• Motion to rescind resolution 2025-21 and authorize Hardcap Resolution 2026-10
• Payment of attorney billing for Odette ($2,121.00) and Miller Johnson ($535.60)
• Re-appointment of Gregg Dunkel and Kevin Burge to the Planning Commission

The council approved a wastewater assessment contract, several legal payments, and two Planning Commission re-appointments. They also passed an ordinance to change marijuana dispensary hours and adopted a new insurance cost-sharing resolution.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 2026 budget workshop minutes (7-0)
• Approved $2,121.00 in attorney billing for Amanda Odette (7-0)
• Approved $535.60 in attorney billing for Miller Johnson (7-0)
• Re-appointed Gregg Dunkel to the Planning Commission through June 2029 (7-0)
• Re-appointed Kevin Burge to the Planning Commission through June 2029 (7-0)
• Rescinded 80/20 resolution and approved Hardcap Resolution 2026-10 regarding cost-sharing (7-0)
• Approved wastewater assessment contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. not to exceed $206,778.00 (7-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will review and discuss three items: a welcome sign for the North End District, tree trimming work, and a proposed MTA bus stop. The board will consider actions on these items after routine agenda items such as approval of minutes and administrative reports. Audience members may also address related topics during the public comment period.

• Welcome Sign North End District
• Tree Trimming
• MTA Bus Stop

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss a recap of Memorial Day and plan for upcoming fall events and the Christmas tree lighting. The body is also scheduled to review its bylaws and discuss the Walking Club.

• Bylaws review
• Memorial Day recap
• Walking Club discussion
• Fall events planning
• Christmas tree lighting planning

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting. Discussion included a recap of Memorial Day events, updates on the walking club, and planning for upcoming fall and holiday events.

• Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Case No. 338. The body is reviewing an amendment to Chapter 157 of the Code of Ordinances to change the hours of operation for marijuana facilities.

• Public hearing for Case No. 338: Amendment to Chapter 157 regarding marijuana facility hours of operation