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👤 Members & officials (12)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Review - BOR
- Bob Phillips
- Christyne Powers
- Kim Curran
- Tom Potter
Who’s on the City Council
- Fullerton — Mayor
- Brummette
- Chin
- Christensen
- Neumann
- Scott
Who’s on the Parks Advisory Board
- Cindy Miller — Board Member
- Zach Story
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
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PROPOSED AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 6:30 PM
1. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Absence of DDA Members
3. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 16, 2026 - Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes.
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Charlotte Rising invoice for “Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026” in the amount of $2,800.
B. Charlotte Chamber of Commerce invoice for 8/13/26 weekly concert sponsorship in the amount
of $800.
C. Receipt of Finance Report
7. Agenda Items
A. Halloween decorations sub-committee report
B. Christmas decorations sub-committee report
C. Discussion of fall planting in downtown planters
D. Discussion to request RFQs from landscape architects for landscape plans for Horatio Street
median and DDA property at E Lovett St.
E. Discussion to grant maximum $500 spending authority to Chair with Vice-Chair review/sign-off.
8. Public Comment
9. Board Member Comments
10. Upcoming Meeting Agenda Discussion
11. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
June 16, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Laupp at 6:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson Laupp, Vice Chai …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Planning Commission
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Excuse absent members
5. Approval of Minutes:
a. July 7th, 2026 (Regular meeting)
6. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Business Agenda:
A. Resolution 2026-06 – 1580 Mikesell St – Site Plan for Commercial Accessory Structure
B. 2026 Sign Ordnance – Committee membership appointment (3 PC Members)
9. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
10. Staff Comments
11. Commissioner Comments
12. Adjourn
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
July 7, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Bearup at 7:01
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
A quorum of the Planning Commission was present.
Also in attendance were City staff and representatives
associated with the development applications before the
Commission.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion by Christensen, supported by Bliven to approve May 5,
2026 minutes. Motion by Bliven, supported by Lester to
approve May 19, 2026 special meeting minutes. Both motions
carried yea; 8 Nay; 0 Absent; 1.
ABSENCE OF COMMISSIONERS:
Motion by Garrett, supported by Lester to excuse McRae. Yea; 8
Nay; 0 Absent; 1. Motion carried.
EARLY …
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Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026
City Council
Council to pick asset management vendor, discuss Flock cameras and police vehicles
The Charlotte City Council will consider approving a $130,738.05 five-year prepaid subscription with ClearFlow LLC for an Enterprise Asset Management Platform, discuss Flock camera use and policy, and discuss police vehicle purchases. The agenda also includes consent items for claims and expenditures, Camp Frances bylaws, and renaming the sledding hill to Johnson Foundry Park. A closed session is scheduled to discuss attorney-client privileged communications regarding an MDCR complaint.
- Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $656,024.37
- Resolution 2026-45 updating Camp Frances Bylaws
- Resolution 2026-46 renaming sledding hill to 'Johnson Foundry Park'
- Select ClearFlow LLC for Enterprise Asset Management Platform, prepay $130,738.05 for 5-year subscription
- Discussion on Flock Camera use and policy, and police vehicle purchases
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday August 24, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/890 6165 0300
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 852 1058 4775 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID 852 1058 4775
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – August 10, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Manager Report
1.Memo
2.Chill Grant
3.General Fund
C. Staff Report
1. CPD Report
D. Council Report
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures in the amount of $656,024.37
B. Approval of Resolution 2026-45 updating Camp Frances Bylaws
C. Approval of Resolution 2026-46 to rename the sledding hill to “Johnson Foundry Park”
11. Business Agenda
A. Approval to select ClearFlow LLC as the City’s Enterprise Asset Management Platform
and prepay the 5-year subscription in the amount of $130,738.05
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Parks Advisory Board
Parks board to review tree nursery, park designs, and DNR grant
The Parks Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including a tree nursery, design updates for the Old Foundry Property and a splash pad, maintenance updates, new park signs, and a DNR grant for the tree nursery. The board will also approve minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting and set future meeting dates.
- Tree Nursery discussion
- Park Design Updates: Old Foundry Property and Splash Pad
- Park Maintenance Update
- New Park Signs
- DNR Grant – Tree Nursery
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City of Charlotte
911 W Shepherd St, Charlotte, MI 48813
Parks Advisory Board
Meeting
August 18, 2026 7:00P
Agenda
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes – June 16,
2026
4.
Public Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. Tree Nursery
B. Park Design Updates
• The Old Foundry Property
• Splash Pad
C. Park Maintenance Update
D. New Park Signs
E. DNR Grant – Tree Nursery
F. Board Meeting Dates
G. Parks Advisory Board Regular Meeting – September 15,
2026
6.
Board Member Comments
7.
Adjournment
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City of Charlotte
911 W Shepherd St, Charlotte, MI 48813
Parks Advisory Board
Meeting
August 18, 2026, 7:00PM
Agenda
1. Call to Order: 7:05 pm
2. Roll Call: Present: Members: Abygail Maldonado, Nate Lovass, Adrianne VanLangevelde.
Councilmember Justin Brummette (arrived at 7:40) & DPW Director Stephanie Whitney
Absent: Chairman Zach Story & Member Cindy Miller
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes – June 16, 2026: Unanimously approved
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
A. Tree Nursery
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DNR Grant was approved for $61,000 for the tree nursery. The city will receive these
funds. We do not have details yet on the timeline.
B. Park Design Updates
• The Old Foundry Property:
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The sledding hill property/Lincoln Park. The board motioned to present/ recommend
city council with an official park name: “Johnson Foundry Park.” The DPW Director
will present it to the council at the next meeting.
• Splash Pad:
-DPW Director Whitney is giving a presentation to the local Rotary club regarding a
splash pad for Bennet Park. Rotary club would like to fundraise it for the initial install
cost. The city would be on the hook for yearly maintenance of approximately
$20,000 to $30,000 a year.
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DPW Director Whitney is looking for other fundraising sources for Bennet Park and
equipment. Hopefully some local donors.
C. Park Maintenance Update
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Park Rangers are doing a great job taking care of equipment and park updates within
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
DDA to discuss landscape RFQs, spending authority, and holiday decor plans
The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve consent agenda items, including invoices for the Charlotte Regional Outreach Group and a concert sponsorship. The board will also discuss reports from Halloween and Christmas decoration subcommittees, fall planting in downtown planters, and whether to request qualifications from landscape architects for the Horatio Street median and DDA property on E Lovett St. A proposal to grant the Chair up to $500 in spending authority with Vice-Chair review will also be discussed.
- Invoice for Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026: $2,800
- Charlotte Chamber of Commerce concert sponsorship: $800
- Discussion to request RFQs from landscape architects for Horatio Street median and E Lovett St property
- Discussion to grant Chair maximum $500 spending authority with Vice-Chair sign-off
- Halloween and Christmas decorations sub-committee reports
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 - 6:30 PM
1. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Absence of DDA Members
3. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 16, 2026 - Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes.
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Charlotte Rising invoice for “Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026” in the amount
of $2,800.
B. Charlotte Chamber of Commerce invoice for 8/13/26 weekly concert sponsorship in the
amount of $800.
C. Receipt of Finance Report
7. Agenda Items
A. Halloween decorations sub-committee report
B. Christmas decorations sub-committee report
C. Discussion of fall planting in downtown planters
D. Discussion to request RFQs from landscape architects for landscape plans for Horatio
Street median and DDA property at E Lovett St.
E. Discussion to grant maximum $500 spending authority to Chair with Vice-Chair
review/sign-off.
8. Public Comment
9. Board Member Comments
10. Upcoming Meeting Agenda Discussion
11. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
June 16, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Laupp at 6:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson Laupp, Vice C …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026
Election Commission
Election Commission to vote on Charlotte Community Library Grant
The Election Commission will meet to conduct a vote regarding the Charlotte Community Library Grant. The body will also discuss Marsh N Meadow.
- Charlotte Community Library Grant vote
- Discussion of Marsh N Meadow
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant vote
b. Marsh N Meadow
c. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board
Board to vote on Charlotte Community Library Grant
The Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board will meet to conduct a vote regarding a Charlotte Community Library Grant. The board will also discuss Marsh N Meadow.
- Vote on Charlotte Community Library Grant
- Discussion of Marsh N Meadow
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant vote
b. Marsh N Meadow
c. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Camp Frances Board
Camp Frances board to vote on updated bylaws
The Camp Frances Board of Directors will consider approving updated bylaws, a priority item, and discuss renter concerns, a concrete path update, and final details for the Summer Campfire event. The meeting also includes reports from the treasurer and city council.
- Approval of updated bylaws
- Update on concrete path
- Discussion of renter and rental check-out concerns
- Final details for Summer Campfire event
- New microwave cart purchased by Barb
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✓ Decided: Camp Frances board approves new bylaws and path relocation
The Camp Frances Board of Directors approved updated bylaws with minor changes and unanimously approved relocating a new concrete path to the east side of the property for ADA compliance. The board also approved donating a free rental gift certificate to the Charlotte Hospital Auxiliary and accepted Amy Smith's resignation effective end of October.
- Approved updated bylaws unanimously with minor changes
- Approved relocating concrete path to east side of property (unanimous)
- Approved donating free rental gift certificate to Charlotte Hospital Auxiliary
- Accepted Amy Smith's resignation effective end of October
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
August 11, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes from 6/9/2026 meeting
3. Additions to the agenda
4. Treasurer report
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns
6. City Council Report
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - Bylaws are ready for approval - This is a priority
2. Update on concrete path
3. Science Camp report
4. Summer Campfire - The event has been posted and final details will be discussed.
5. New microwave cart has been purchased by Barb
New Business
1. City of Charlotte/DPW report
Next Meeting: September 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Camp Check: August - Susie, September - Karen, October - D’Lynn/Karen
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
August 11, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI
48813
Attended by: Susie DeBack, Margaret Bales, Amy Smith, Cathy Bogner,Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative,
City Councilman Brian Neumann
1.Call to order – by Susie at 6:34 pm
2.Approval of minutes from 6/9/2026 meeting – minutes approved unanimously
3.Additions to the agenda – gift certificate request, Women Giving Together
4.Treasurer report – no report available
5.Renter and Rental check out concerns – No concerns with July renters, Susie reported that a June
renter had spray painted palettes on the lawn, left the palettes here, lots of paint on the lawn, cabin
was a mess, and form was not completed. Deposit will not be refunded and renter will not be eligible to
use the cabin again.
6.City Council Report from Brian: Two people have been hired to work at City Hall in the downstairs
area. HR firm has been hired by the city, the Finance Director position is still open, and a grant was
received by the recycling center and will be used for storage of recyclables.
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1.Update on Bylaws - Bylaws are ready for approval. Susie explained the video call attended by Susie,
Cathy, and D’Lynn to review the Nonprofit Network representative’s comments on the new Bylaws.
There was discussion of specific references to: approval of board members, rentals as fundraising
initiati …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
City Council
Council to approve $1.24M claims, CIP bid, museum renewal
The Charlotte City Council will consider approving claims and expenditures totaling $1,237,915.10, accepting a bid for the 2027-2033 Capital Improvement Program, and renewing a museum services agreement. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, reports, and public comment periods.
- Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $1,237,915.10
- Accept bid from Double Haul Solutions for 2027-2033 Capital Improvement Program
- Renew museum services agreement with Courthouse Square Association for $8,000
- Resolution 2026-41 to authorize street closures for Oddities Festival (Sept 4-6, 2026)
- Approve minutes of July 27, 2026 regular meeting
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday August 10, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/890 6165 0300
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 837 2115 2502 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID 837 2115 2502
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – July 27, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Manager Report
i. Eaton County Administration Hours Update
C. Staff Report
i. Fire Dept
D. Council Report
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures in the amount of $1,237,915.10
B. Accept the Revenues and Expenditures Report for the month ending July 2026
C. Approval of Resolution 2026-41 to authorize street closures for Oddities Festival from
Sept 4- Sept 6, 2026
11. Business Agenda
A. Accept the bid from Double Haul Solutions for the development of City of Charlotte’s
2027-2033 Capital Impro …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
August 10, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Fullerton, Scott, Chin, Brummette, Neumann, Christensen
present at time of roll call. Rodriguez was absent. A quorum was met.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Motion by Christensen, seconded by Scott. Motion carried.
INVOCATION:
First Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a.
Regular Meeting Minutes – July 27 ,2026
Motion by Chin, seconded by Scott to approve minutes as corrected.
Motion carried. Yay; 6 Nay 0; Absent; 1
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Courtney Meade, Courthouse Square Museum Manager, highlighted
the museum’s programs, events, educational offerings, business
spaces, and new elevator. She noted the museum offers free
admission, relies on donations and grants, and thanked Council for its
continued support.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion by Brummette, seconded by Scott. Motion carried. Yay; 6
Nay 0; Absent 1
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mayor Report: The Mayor reported that Eaton County has
restored Friday public hours, thanked Council members for
their meeting preparation, and clarified recent reporting
regarding the fireworks permit and fire station HVAC contract.
He also reported that the City’s effort to assume responsibility
for the building department has been delayed due to additional
state requirements, with potential …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026
Airport Advisory Board
Charlotte Airport Board discusses master plan, hangar, and gas pumps
The Airport Advisory Board will review and discuss several operational items including the Airport Master Plan, hangar updates, gas pump issues, grant status, fly-ins, and a potential camping site. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a public comment period, and reports from the airport manager and finance.
- Airport Master Plan discussion
- Hangar Update
- Gas Pump Issues
- Grant Update
- Fly-ins and Camping site discussion
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City of Charlotte
Fitch H. Beach Municipal Airport
1325 Island, Charlotte MI 48813
Airport Advisory Board
Meeting
July 31, 2026
8:00A
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
a. Joe Pray
b. Mitch Maltz
c. Dave Roberts
d. Richard Deer
e. Jeff Wildren
f. Cam Robinson
g. Todd Cotter
3. Approval Minutes of the meeting held on April 20, 2026
4. Call to the Public
5. Agenda Items
A. Airport Master Plan
B. Hangar Update
C. Gas Pump Issues
D. Grant Update
E. Fly-ins
F. Camping site
G. Miscellaneous
6. Airport Manager’s Report
7. Financial Report
8. Board Member Comments
9. Adjournment
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Brownfield Authority Board
Brownfield Board to discuss EDA grant and LDFA fund reactivation
The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will review finance reports and an EDA grant application for wastewater and industrial park improvements. The board will also hear a presentation on housing programs from Nate Geinzer of Double Haul Solutions.
- EDA grant application for approximately $13.4 million for wastewater treatment and industrial park expansion
- Discussion of the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) fund and its $1.3 million balance
- Presentation by Nate Geinzer of Double Haul Solutions regarding housing programs
- Review of LDFA and Economic Development fund finance reports
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111 EAST LAWRENCE AVE, CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN 48813
517 - 543 - 2750 (Phone) | 517 - 543 - 8845 (Fax) |www.charlottemi.org
A G E N D A
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte MI 48813, Second Floor Council Chambers
Tuesday, July 28, 2026; 11:00 a.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Excuse Absent Members
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes - May 26, 2026 Regular Meeting
6. Finance Reports – Fiscal Year To Date
a. LDFA Fund for Reference
b. Economic Development for Reference
7. Board Action Items
8. EDA Grant – Involves LDFA Fund
9. Presentation – Nate Geinzer, Double Haul Solutions
- Housing Programs (Approximately 11:30 a.m.)
10. Public Comment – Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
11. Board Member Comments
12. Next Regular Meeting – Tuesday, September 22, 2026; 11:00 a.m.
13. Adjournment
~ Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
THE CITY OF CHARLOTTE
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
May 26, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Interim City Manager Pastue at
11:02 A.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Vice Chair Bearup, board members Laupp, Scott, Chin,
DuWeck
Also in attendance: Deputy City Clerk Middaugh, Interim City
Manager Pastue, Finance Director/Treasurer Horton
Absent: Chair Armitage
ABSENCE OF BOARD MEMBERS:
Motion to approve the absence of board member Armitage.
Carried unanimousl …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider $49,766 HVAC upgrade for West Side Fire Station
The City Council will review several service contracts and a grant agreement. The body is also deciding on expenditures totaling $961,793.46 and the 2026 Charlotte Frontier Days fireworks display.
- Approval of claims and expenditures in the amount of $961,793.46
- Contract with Hopkins Mechanical for West Side Fire Station HVAC Controls upgrade for $49,766
- Contract with Top Notch Tree Service for $35,000
- Contract with Pottervilla for IT services
- Authorization for City Manager to sign a grant with EGLE
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✓ Decided: Council approves $35K tree service, $49.8K HVAC upgrade, IT contract
The council approved four business agenda items: a $35,000 contract with Top Notch Tree Service, a $49,766 HVAC controls upgrade for the West Side Fire Station with Hopkins Mechanical, a three-year IT services contract with Pottervilla, and authorization for the City Manager to sign an EGLE grant agreement. All motions carried unanimously. The consent agenda, including claims totaling $961,793.46 and the Frontier Days fireworks display, was also approved.
- Approved $35,000 contract with Top Notch Tree Service
- Approved $49,766 HVAC controls upgrade for West Side Fire Station with Hopkins Mechanical
- Approved IT services contract with Pottervilla
- Authorized City Manager to sign EGLE grant agreement
- Approved consent agenda including $961,793.46 in claims and fireworks display
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday July 27, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/890 6165 0300
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 859 0598 4878 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 859 0598 4878
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – July 13, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Manager Report
C. Staff Report
i. CPD Monthly Report
D. Council Report
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $961,793.46
B. Approval of Fireworks Display – Charlotte Frontier Days 2026
11. Business Agenda
A. Consideration to approve contract with Top Notch Tree Service in the amount of
$35,000.
B. Consideration to approve awarding the West Side Fire Station HVAC Controls upgrade
to Hopkins Mechanical in the amount of $49,766.
C. Consideration to approve contract with Pottervilla for IT service …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
July 27, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Fullerton, Scott, Chin, Brummette, Neumann, Christensen
present at time of roll call. Rodriguez arrived at 7:01 just after roll call
was completed. All council members were present.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
No absent council members
INVOCATION:
First Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a.
Regular Meeting Minutes – July 13 ,2026
Motion by Chin, seconded by Scott. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
No public comment
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion by Chin, seconded by Brummette. Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
City Manager Report: The City Manager reported that
interviews are underway to fill utility billing, deputy clerk, and
accounts payable vacancies. Succession planning is also in
progress for upcoming retirements at the wastewater and water
treatment plants.
The Manager also reported that the Woodhill Group has
restored the reliability of the city's general ledger, allowing the
city to move forward with the audit.
Council Member Rodriguez requested a report on the general
fund, including the unassigned fund balance and recent
expenditures. The City Manager stated that a revenue and
expenditure report would be provided. Council Member Chin
noted that while expenditure reports are routinely provided …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
DDA to consider $2,800 invoice, concert sponsorship, holiday decor plans
The Downtown Development Authority will consider a consent agenda item for a $2,800 invoice from Charlotte Rising for the 'Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026' and discuss sponsorship logistics for the Courthouse Concert. Subcommittees will report on plans for Halloween and Christmas decorations, following previous budget allocations of $5,000 each. The board will also approve minutes from June 16, 2026, and receive a finance report.
- Consent agenda: Charlotte Rising invoice for $2,800 for 'Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026'
- Discussion of DDA sponsorship logistics for the Courthouse Concert
- Halloween decorations sub-committee report (following $5,000 budget allocation)
- Christmas decorations sub-committee report (following $5,000 budget allocation)
- Approval of June 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Tuesday July 21, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of DDA Members
4. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 16, 2026 - Regular Meeting Minutes
5. Reports
A. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes.
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Consent Agenda
A. Charlotte Rising invoice for “Charlotte Regional Outreach Group 2026” in the
amount of $2,800
9. Business Item Agenda
A. Courthouse Concert DDA sponsorship logistics discussion
B. Halloween decorations sub-committee report
C. Christmas decorations sub-committee report
10. Public Comment
11. Board Member Comments
12. Upcoming Meeting Agenda Discussion
13. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
June 16, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Laupp at 6:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson Laupp, Vice Chairperson Howe, Members
Christensen, Garn, Caporali, Mead, and Lipsey. Council member
representative Rodriguez
Also in attendance: Deputy City Clerk Middaugh, Interim City
Manager Pastue
Absent: Member Garn
ABSENCE OF COMMISSIONERS:
Motion by Mead, supported by Rodriguez, to approve absence of
member Garn. Carried. Yea …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of Review - BOR
Charlotte Board of Review to correct assessment errors
The Charlotte Board of Review will meet to address qualified errors on the assessment roll, review agricultural property exemptions, and correct uncapping errors for the current and three prior years.
- Correction of qualified assessment errors
- Review of agricultural property exemption denials
- Granting of agricultural exemptions
- Correction of uncapping errors (current and 3 years prior)
- Hearing of Poverty Exemption appeals
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✓ Decided: Board of Review adjusts property values and grants poverty exemptions
The Board of Review made several property assessment changes, including uncapping taxable values for properties that sold and granting poverty exemptions that reduced SEV and TV to zero for three properties. One property's SEV and TV were increased after a late personal property statement was filed.
- Changed TV from 71,492 to 135,000 for 2025 (property sold 6/14/2024)
- Changed TV from 73,422 to 138,645 for 2026 (property sold 6/14/2024, CPI increase)
- Granted poverty exemption for 2026 (SEV 128,400 to 0, TV 86,964 to 0)
- Granted poverty exemption for 2026 (SEV 68,500 to 0, TV 32,176 to 0)
- Granted poverty exemption for 2026 (SEV 92,200 to 0, TV 57,053 to 0)
- Changed TV from 77,868 to 115,100 for 2026 (property sold 12/31/2025)
- Changed SEV and TV from 400 to 7,700 for 2026 (late personal property statement)
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111 EAST LAWRENCE AVE, CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN 48813
517 - 543 - 2750 ( Phone ) | 517 - 543 - 8845 ( Fax ) |www.charlottemi.org
Sandy Osborn, Deputy Assessor
111 E. Lawrence Avenue
Charlotte, MI 48813
517-543-8844
sosborn@charlottemi.org
CHARLOTTE BOARD O F REVIEW MEETING NOTICE
Date of Meeting: July 21, 2026
Time: 10:00am
Location: 111 E Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 ( 2 nd floor Council Chambers )
Purpose: This meeting allows the board of review to act on very specific items relating to the assessment
roll;
The Correction of qualified errors.
The board may review a denial by the assessor of a qualified agricultural property exemption for the
current year if the exemption was not in existence for the previous year.
The board may also grant a qualified agricultural exemption if there has not been a previous denial.
The board may also make limited changes in regards to the uncapping of a taxable. See PA 23 of 2005.
Uncapping error can be corrected for current and 3 years prior.
The board may also hear an appeal for a Poverty Exemption.
The previous list is a summary of changes the board is allowed to make. For a more detailed explanation
see Michigan State Tax Commission Bulletin #6 of 2018.
Please contact the Assessor if you have any questions.
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BOARD OF REVIEW MINUTES
Date : July 2 1 , 20 2 6
Members Present: Kim Curran, Bob Phillips, Christyne Powers , Tom Potter and Sandy
Osborn
Meeting Called To Order : 10: 00 a .m .
Meeting Type: ORGANIZATION MBOR JBOR DBOR
General Business:
The board of review changed the following:
200-042-000-050-01 changed TV from 71,492 to 135,000 for 2025 . This property sold on
6/14/2024 & should have uncapped for 2025.
200-042-000-050-01 changed TV from 73,422 to 138,645 for 2026. This property sold
on 6/14/2024 & should have uncapped for 2025 & increased at the CPI for 2026.
200-046-600- 900-00 changed SEV from 128,400 to 0 & TV from 86,964 to 0 for 2026.
Poverty exemption granted for 2026.
200-050-201-030-00 changed SEV from 68 ,5 00 to 0 & TV from 3 2 ,176 to 0. Poverty
exemption granted for 202 6 .
200-0 63 -61 2 -0 2 0-00 changed SEV from 92,2 00 to 0 & TV from 57 ,053 to 0. Poverty
exemption granted for 202 6 .
200-0 7 5 -6 0 4 -20 0-0 0 changed T V from 77 ,868 to 1 15 ,1 0 0 for 2026. This property sold
on 12/31/2025 & should have uncapped for 2026 .
200-090-000-458-00 changed SEV & TV from 400 to 7,700 for 2026. Taxpayer filed a
late personal property st atement.
Meeting adjourned 10: 0 8 a.m.
Mon Jul 13, 2026
City Council
Council to hold closed session on pending litigation and MDCR complaint
The council will consider consent agenda items including claims of $439,671, special liquor licenses for two events, a road salt purchase of $61,611, and an Eaton County parks grant. The business agenda includes a vehicle lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. The council will then enter two closed sessions: one for litigation strategy in Archer v City of Charlotte and another for attorney-client communications on an MDCR complaint.
- Approval of claims and expenditures $439,671.05
- Purchase of up to 900 tons road salt from MiDEAL for $61,611
- Vehicle lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management
- Closed session for litigation: Archer v City of Charlotte (Case No. 1:26-cv-01863)
- Closed session for attorney-client communications on MDCR complaint No. 664206
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✓ Decided: City Council approves $439,671 in expenditures and tables vehicle lease agreement
Council approved a consent agenda including claims, liquor licenses, and road salt procurement. A proposed vehicle lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management was tabled until October 12. The council also entered closed sessions to discuss pending litigation and exempt materials.
- Approved claims and expenditures totaling $439,671.05 (6-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 2026-44 for FOECA liquor license (6-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 2026-45 for Frontier Days liquor license (6-0-1)
- Approved purchase of up to 900 tons of road salt for $61,611 (6-0-1)
- Approved Eaton County Parks Community Grant Agreement (6-0-1)
- Tabled Enterprise Fleet Management vehicle lease agreement until Oct 12 (4-2-1)
- Approved June 22, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday July 13, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/890 6165 0300
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 892 8663 8413 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 892 8663 8413
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 22, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $439,671.05
B. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-44 to allow Michigan Liquor Control
Commission Special License for Friends of Eaton County Animals
C. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-45 to allow Michigan Liquor Control
Commission Special License for Frontier Days
D. Consideration to approve the Purchase of up to 900 tons of road salt from MiDEAL for
the 2026/2027 winter season in the amount of $61,611.00
E. Consideration for Approval of Eaton County Parks Community Gr …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
July 13, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with 6 council members present.
Councilmember Brummette was absent. A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Motion to excuse Council M ember Brummette by Council M ember
Neumann , seconded by Council M ember Christensen . Motion carried.
INVOCATION :
Pastor Emily Shafer
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – June 22 ,2026
Motion to approve as amended by C ouncil M ember Christensen ,
seconded by Council M ember Scott . 6 yeas , 0 no, 1 absent . Motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Six members of the public addressed the Council regarding a
proposed ballot initiative, referred to as “Amend the Constitution ”
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion by Council Member Scott , seconded by Council Member
Neumann . 6 yea, 0 nay, 1 absent . Motion carried
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
E-Tran Board: Council Member Chin reported the board
approved the emergency replacement of a failed server for
$44,000 and is exploring a future transition to cloud-based
systems. The housing committee is working to schedule a
meeting.
Planning Commission: Council Member Christensen
reported the Commission discussed the Christensen building
mural, approved renovations to Burger King, and approved a
new drive-throu …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review five site and sign plans
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve five resolutions regarding site plans and signage for local businesses. The session includes opportunities for public comment on these specific business proposals.
- 1764 Lansing Rd: Hollywood Jacks site plan for drive-thru window service
- 400 Parkland Dr: Commercial Accessory Building site plan
- 214 Lansing St: Burger King comprehensive sign plan
- 214 Lansing St: Burger King exterior renovations site plan
- 1108 W. Lawrence Ave: RCR Commercial Building site plan
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 7th, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Excuse absent members
5. Approval of Minutes:
a. May 5th, 2026 (Regular meeting)
b. May 19th, 2026 (Special meeting)
6. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Business Agenda:
A. Resolution 2026-01 - 1764 Lansing Rd – Hollywood Jacks Site Plan (Adding Drive thru
window service.
B. Resolution 2026-02 - 400 Parkland Dr. – Commercial Accessory Building Site Plan
C. Resolution 2026-03 - 214 Lansing St. – Burger King Comprehensive Sign Plan
D. Resolution 2026-04 - 214 Lansing St. – Burger King Site Plan – Exterior Renovations
E. Resolution 2026-05 - 1108 W. Lawrence Ave – RCR Commercial Building Site Plan
9. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
10. Commissioner Comments
11. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
May 05, 2026
1
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson McRae at 7:01
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson McRae, Vice Chairperson Bearup,
Commissioners Bliven, N. Christensen, Frost, Hartwick, and
Snyder. Council member representative J. Christensen
Also in attendance: Fire Chief Fullerton, Deputy City Clerk
Middaugh, Interim City Manager Pastue
Absent: Commiss …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
City Council
Council to consider $76,520 contract amendment and budget amendment
The City Council will vote on a $76,520 contract amendment with ENG, a resolution changing accounting for the emergency services vehicle fund, and several service agreements. The consent agenda includes approval of $1.6 million in claims and a charitable gaming license.
- Approval of contract amendment No. 2 with ENG for $76,520
- Resolution 2026-41 on accounting methodology for Emergency Services and Vehicles Special Assessment Fund
- Service agreement with The Woodhill Group
- Audit engagement extension with Maner Costerisan
- Administrative consultant service agreement with Great Lakes Municipal Consulting, LLC
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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.63M in claims, contracts, and budget amendments
The City Council approved claims and expenditures totaling $1,628,676.17, which included summer tax bill costs and fire escrow funds. Council also approved a contract amendment with ENG for $76,520, a service agreement with The Woodhill Group for finance operations, an audit extension with Maner Costerisan, and an administrative consultant agreement with Great Lakes Municipal Consulting. A budget amendment (Resolution 2026-42) for the Economic Development and Recycling Funds was passed, along with several other resolutions and appointments.
- Approved claims and expenditures totaling $1,628,676.17.
- Approved contract amendment No. 2 with ENG for $76,520.00.
- Approved Resolution 2026-41 for accounting methodology for the Emergency Services and Vehicles Special Assessment Fund.
- Approved service agreement with The Woodhill Group for finance operations.
- Approved audit engagement extension with Maner Costerisan.
- Approved Administrative Consultant Service Agreement with Great Lakes Municipal Consulting, LLC.
- Approved Budget Amendment (Resolution 2026-42) for Economic Development and Recycling Funds.
- Approved mayoral appointments to the Parks Board and Library Board.
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday June 22, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/890 6165 0300
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 890 6165 0300#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 890 6165 0300
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes – June 8, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Manager Report
C. Staff Report
i. Police Dept
10. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $1,609,737.12
B. Approval of Resolution 2026-40 approving a charitable Gaming License for Friends of
Eaton County Animals
11. Business Agenda
A. Consideration for approve contract Amendment No. 2 with ENG for $76,520.00
B. Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-41 – Accounting Methodology for
Emergency Services and Vehicles Special Assessment Fund
C. Consideration to approve service agreement with The Woodhill G …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 22 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with 6 council members present.
Councilmember Rodriguez was absent. A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Motion to excuse Council M ember Rodriguez by Council M ember
Brummette , seconded by Council M ember Scott . Motion carried.
INVOCATION :
Chuck Jensen – West Carmel Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – June 8 ,2026
Motion to approve as amended by C ouncil M ember Chin , seconded
by Council M ember Brum m ette . Passed 6 yea, 0 no, 1 absent . Motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Nicole Christ ensen , Eaton County Commissioner, invited
Council members, city staff, firefighters, and police officers to attend
the July 4th Block Party at the American Legion Post. The event will
include food, music, vendors, a bonfire, and entertainment. She also
invited city representatives to participate in a fundraising dunk tank
and judge a children's bicycle decorating contest.
Jessica , Charlotte Community Library Director , presented the
monthly library report, noting strong usage and community
engagement. She announced the library will seek a restoration millage
on the August 4 ballot to restore the rate originally approved by voters,
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Parks Advisory Board
Parks Advisory Board reviews tree nursery, park designs, maintenance, and new signs
The Charlotte Parks Advisory Board will discuss several park-related topics including a tree nursery, design updates, maintenance, and new park signs. The board will also approve minutes from the April 21 meeting and set the next regular meeting date. All items are for discussion and no binding decisions are on the agenda.
- Tree Nursery
- Park Design Updates
- Park Maintenance Update
- New Park Signs
- Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes – April 21, 2026
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✓ Decided: Parks board discusses repairs, new amenities; cancels July meeting
The Parks Advisory Board held a regular meeting with no public comment. They approved the April minutes with a grammatical correction and voted to cancel the July 21 meeting, moving the next regular meeting to August 18. Most agenda items were discussions or updates, including tree nursery results, park design updates, and maintenance plans, with no formal votes on those items.
- Approved April 21, 2026 minutes with grammatical correction (unanimous)
- Cancelled July 21, 2026 meeting; next meeting August 18, 2026 (3-0)
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City of Charlotte
911 W Shepherd St, Charlotte, MI 48813
Parks Advisory Board
Meeting
June 16, 2026 7:00P
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes – April 21,
2026
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
A. Tree Nursery
B. Park Design Updates
C. Park Maintenance Update
D. New Park Signs
E. Parks Advisory Board Regular Meeting – July 21, 2026
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
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PARKS BOARD ADVISORY MEETING
Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 16 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
7:0 8 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll call was conducted with members Maldonado, Van Langevelde,
Lovaas, Story and DPW Director Whitney
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Council Member Brummette was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – April 21, 2026
Motion to approve with a minor grammatical correction
by Van Langevelde, seconded by Lovaas. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
No public comment.
AGENDA ITEMS :
A. TREE NURSERY
Arbor Day celebration: went great, 271 saplings
planted. The new reported on the
planting/introduction to the community.
Charlotte Street Trees: Saplings were donated from
Charlotte Street Trees organization who currently
waters the trees. They are setting up a volunteer
program.
B. PARK DESIGN UPDATES
Lincoln Park : Worries on Skate Park concrete repair.
Sections will have to be taken out and repoured.
DPW Director Whitney is not sure about the cost of
repairs vs replacement of concrete.
Board Member Story : Explained there are better disc
golf baskets w/ newer models that should be
included in the design updates
Lincoln South:
Pickleball courts being priced for the old skating
rink area. DPW Director is looking into possible
street crossing from sledding hill to disc golf course
& Skate Park.
South Ridge :
Needs more wood chips in play area. The city may
have a free woodchip resource. Basketball hoops are
unusable. DPW Director has ordered new hoops,
hoping …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
Charlotte DDA to elect leadership and discuss downtown recreation plan
The Downtown Development Authority will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027. The board will also discuss a downtown recreational area plan, holiday decorations, and maintenance requests.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027
- Downtown Recreational area plan and phases
- Halloween and Christmas decorations
- DPW power-washing request
- Watering of downtown planters
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 16, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Excuse Absent Members
4. Approval of Minutes
a. April 21, 2026 Regular Minutes
5. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Agenda Items
a. Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027
b. Downtown Recreational area plan/phases
c. Halloween/Christmas decorations
d. DPW power-washing request
e. Watering Downtown Planters
9. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
10. Board Member Comments
11. Next Meeting Agenda Discussion
12. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
City of Charlotte
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813
Downtown Development Authority
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026
6:30P
Agenda
1. Call to Order 6:38 PM
2. Roll Call Present - Chair Laupp, Christensen, Mead, Caporali, Rodriguez; Interim City Mgr Pastue;
Absent - Howe
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes: Moved by Mead; Seconded by Christensen;
Approved unanimous
4. Public Comments - None
5. Agenda Items
A. Marketing Steering Committee - Funding Mead moved to fund 2 10 hour blocks totaling
$2800, Christensen seconded. Rodriguez moved to amend to $1400 no second. Failed for
no support. Vote for original motion: all in favor; none opposed.
B. …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board
CARC board to discuss library grant and American Rentals
The Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board will discuss a grant for the Charlotte Community Library and an item related to American Rentals. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and public comments.
- Charlotte Community Library Grant discussion
- American Rentals item
- Open items from previous meetings
- Public comments period
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
June 11, 2025 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant
b. American Rentals
b. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Camp Frances Board
Camp Frances Board to discuss rental concerns and concrete path grant
The Camp Frances Board of Directors will meet to address renter and rental checkout concerns. The board will also receive updates on bylaws, a concrete path grant, and the pollinator garden.
- Renter and rental check out concerns
- Update on grant for concrete path
- Go Science Camp details
- Spring Campfire discussion
- Update on bee shares/pollinator garden
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✓ Decided: Camp Frances Board approves new microwave cart, cancels July meeting
The Camp Frances Board of Directors met on June 9, 2026, and unanimously approved purchasing a new microwave cart for $100 or less, and also unanimously approved canceling the July meeting. The board received updates on the concrete path grant, which has unanimous support from the County Commissioners, with final DPW decision expected in June. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved purchase of new microwave cart, cost $100 or less (unanimous)
- Approved canceling July meeting, resuming in August (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 5/12/2026 meeting (unanimous)
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
June 9, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes from 5/12/2026 meeting
3. Additions to the agenda
4. Treasurer report
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws
2. Update on grant for concrete path
3. Go Science Camp details
4. Spring Campfire - discuss
5. Update on bee shares/pollinator garden
New Business
1. City of Charlotte/DPW report - Anissa Buiskool
2. Do we want to cancel a summer meeting?
Next Meeting: July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Camp Check: June - Barb & Anne, July - Cathy, August - Susie
Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Amy Smith, D’Lynn Smith, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
June 9, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
Attended by: Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
1. Call to order at 6:31 pm
2. Approval of minutes from 5/12/2026 meeting - unanimous approval of the minutes
3. Additions to the agenda - microwave placement
4. Treasurer report - Susie reviewed the report and we currently have $16,467.35. It was
suggested that Amy meet with the City Treasurer to obtain info on how to interpret the
report.
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns - no concerns for May. There were 7 rentals. June is a very
busy month for rentals.
6. City Council Report - Brian reported on the following from the city Council meeting June 9: there
was a discussion of the special assessment and many community members were there to voice
their concerns about the assessment; B’s Floral is going to renovate the apartment above their
store; there is a new city manager , Vester Davis, and he starts July 1.
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - bylaws are close to being ready for approval. Susie will send them to
everyone once they have the final review by the attorney, council, and Non-Profit Network.
2. Update on grant for concrete path - Susie, Anne, Cathy, and Anissa attended the Board of
County Commis …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
Charlotte City Council to consider FY 2026-27 budget and millage levies
The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2026-27 budget, millage levies, and construction and administrative codes. The body is also deciding on a new fee schedule and an employment agreement for Vester Davis.
- Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $252,108.14
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2026-27 Budget and Millage Levies
- Consideration of the 2026-27 Fee Schedule
- Second reading and adoption of Construction Code (Ordinance 2026-02) and Administrative Board (Ordinance 2026-03) ordinances
- Temporary street closure on N. Sheldon for a neighborhood block party
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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY 2026-27 budget and millage levies
The City Council adopted the FY 2026-27 budget and millage levies, approved two ordinances (Construction Code and Administrative Appeals Board), and approved a $252,358.14 claims payment. The council also approved a city manager employment agreement and an HR services contract with a formal bid waiver, while directing staff to continue evaluating a fleet leasing program.
- Adopted FY 2026-27 budget and millage levies (6-0)
- Approved Construction Code Ordinance 2026-02 (6-0)
- Approved Administrative Appeals Board Ordinance 2026-03 (6-0)
- Approved claims and expenditures totaling $252,358.14 (6-0)
- Approved city manager employment agreement with Vester Davis (6-0)
- Approved EES professional service agreement with bid waiver (4-2)
- Approved consent agenda items: mobile food vending, street closure, gambling license (6-0)
- Approved mayoral appointments to ZBA, Administrative Appeals Board, and DDA (6-0)
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday June 8, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87863535942
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 878 6353 5942 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 878 6353 5942
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Sean Esterline
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of minutes - May 26, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Public Hearing
A. Construction Code – Ordinance 2026-02
B. Administrative Board - Ordinance 2026-03
C. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Millage Levies
D. Presentation – Enterprise Fleet Management Program
10. Communications and Committee Reports
A. Mayor Report
B. Staff Report
a) Fire Dept
11. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Claims and Expenditures $252,108.14
B. Approval of Mobile Food Vending at Bennett Park
C. Approval of EES (Engage Employment Solutions) Professional Service Agreement
D. Approval of Resolution 2026-38 approving a temporary street closu …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
June 8 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton at 7:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with 6 council members present.
Councilmember Scott was absent. A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Mayor Fullerton noted one council member (Scott) was absent.
Motion to excuse Council M ember Scott by Council M ember Chin,
seconded by Council M ember Christensen. Motion carried.
INVOCATION :
Sean Esterline from First Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – May 26,2026
Motion to approve as amended by C ouncil M ember
Brummette , seconded by Council M ember Neumann .
Passed 6 yea, 0 no, 1 absent
PUBLIC COMMENT:
One resident speaking on behalf of Oak Ridge Estates residents,
requested that the city consider assuming maintenance of the
subdivision ’s private roads. He submitted a written request and
resident signatures to the City Clerk. No other public comments were
received.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
City Manager Pastue requested the following amendments to the
agenda:
Addition of a presentation on the Enterprise Fleet
Management Program as item 9d under Public Hearings.
Removal of claims and expenditures from the Consent
Agenda to the Business Agenda as item 12 -1a , to allow for
discussion of an additional expenditure.
Councilmember Christenson requested that Con …
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Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on construction code, appeals board, obsolete property district
The Charlotte City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to create an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District and a Special Assessment District for emergency services and vehicles. Second readings and adoption of ordinances for the State Construction Code and Administrative Appeals Board are on the agenda. Council will also reconsider a payment to the Rotary Club and discuss the 26-27 budget and millage schedule.
- Public hearing and resolution to create an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District (Resolution 2026-32)
- Public hearing and resolution to create a Special Assessment District for emergency services and vehicles (Resolution 2026-33)
- Second reading and adoption of Construction Code Ordinance (Resolution 2026-34)
- Second reading and adoption of Administrative Appeals Board Ordinance (Resolution 2026-35)
- Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $503,018.56
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✓ Decided: Council approves emergency services special assessment district
The council approved the creation of a special assessment district for emergency services and vehicles, despite public opposition, and also approved a $503,018.56 claims payment. A conditional job offer was extended to Vestor Davis for city manager. Several agenda items were moved to the June 8 meeting.
- Approved Resolution 2026-33 creating emergency services and vehicles special assessment district (6-1)
- Approved claims and expenditures totaling $503,018.56 (7-0)
- Extended conditional offer of employment to Vestor Davis for city manager (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-32 creating obsolete property rehabilitation district for 217 S. Cochran (unanimous)
- Approved Assessing Solutions Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of zoning code amendment (7-0)
- Approved payment to The Rotary Club (6-1)
- Approved 2026-2027 budget and millage schedule public hearing (unanimous)
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81988520657
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 819 8852 0657 #
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 819 8852 0657
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Sean Esterline
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
a. May 11, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
b. May 14, 2026, Special Council Meeting Minutes
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Public Hearing
a. Public – Hearing Creation of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District
b. Emergency Services and Vehicles Assessment Roll (Staff Report SAD Resolution #5)
c. Public Hearing construction code – no attachment
d. Public Hearing administrative board resolution – no attachment
e. Presentation - ClearFlow Management Platform
10. Communications and Committee Reports
a. Mayor Report
b. Manager Report
c. Attorney Report
d. Staff Report
i. CPD
e. Councilmember Committee Reports
11. Consent Agenda
a. Approval …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
May 26 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Tuesday, May 26 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
All council members were present.
INVOCATION :
Sean Esterline from First Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – May 11 , 2026
Motion to approve by Chin, seconded by Scott.
Passed unanimously.
b. Special Meeting Minutes – May 14, 2026
Motion to approve by Scott, seconded by Chin.
Passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public comment focused primarily on taxation, the proposed
emergency services special assessment, transparency, and city
spending. Several residents objected to the special assessment
process, arguing that tax increases should be approved by voters
and expressing concerns about affordability, government
spending, and accountability. Speakers also raised concerns
regarding city operations, emergency response practices, rising
property taxes, and impacts on seniors and homeowners.
Additional comments addressed the city manager selection
process and Memorial Day parade participation. The Mayor
noted that further public hearing opportunities later in the
meeting would allow for additional discussion on the obsolete
property rehabilitation district and the emergenc …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2026-33 creating the special assessment district roll for emergency services and vehicles was made by Rodriguez and seconded by Neumann. The motion carried by roll call…
6 yea
Fullerton yea · Chin yea · Neumann yea · Rodriguez yea · Scott yea · Brummette yea
Motion by Councilmember Neumann, seconded by Councilmember Scott. The motion carried by roll call vote
6 yea
Fullerton yea · Christensen yea · Brummette yea · Scott yea · Rodriguez yea · Neumann yea
Tue May 26, 2026
Brownfield Authority Board
Brownfield Authority Board to consider Shyft Group reimbursement
The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve tax reimbursements for the Shyft Group and review proposed budgets for fiscal year 2026-27. The board will also discuss the reactivation of the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) Board.
- Approval of FY 2025-26 Brownfield reimbursement to Shyft Group for properties at 1014 and 1023 Reynolds Road
- Review of FY 2026-27 Brownfield Redevelopment Fund proposed budget with $116,200 in projected revenues
- Review of LDFA Fund and Economic Development Fund budgets
- Discussion on reactivating the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) Board
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THE CITY oF
CHARLOTTE
—— MICHIGAN ——
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813, Second Floor Council Chambers
Tuesday, May 26, 2026; 11:00 a.m.
. Call to Order
- Roll Call
. Excuse Absent Members
. Approval of Agenda
. Approval of Minutes — None
. Finance Report — Month Ending April 2026 (Presented at Meeting)
. Board Action Items
a. Approve FY 2025-26 Brownfield Reimbursement to Shyft Group (Page 1)
b. Schedule Regular Meetings
. Review of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Brownfield Fund Proposed Budget (Page 2)
. Discussion - Reactivating Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)
Board
10.Review of LDFA Fund and Economic Development Fund Budgets
(Pages 3 and 4)
11.Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
12.Board Member Comments
13.Next Meeting
14. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
Shyft Group Brownfield Reimbursement and Distribution
Fiscal Year 2025-26
Initial Taxable Value - 1014 Reynolds Road 200-045-600-151-00 55,640
Initial Taxable Value - 1023 Reynolds Road 200-024-100-081-01 151,934
Actual Taxable Value After Improvement - 1014 Reynolds Road 197,848
Actual Taxable Value After Improvement - 1023 Reynolds Road 2,188,891
Actual Total Taxable Value After Improvement 2,386,739
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value - 1014 Reynolds Road 142,208
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value - 1023 Reynolds Road 2,234,805
Actual Total Incremental Taxable Value 2,377,013
Stat …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to reconsider elimination of minimum parking requirements
At this special meeting, the Planning Commission will reconsider its May 5 vote to eliminate minimum parking requirements citywide in the proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance. Staff recommends rescinding that vote and instead adopting a revised ordinance with reduced minimums and maximums, plus several corrections. The commission's recommendation will go to City Council for final adoption.
- Reconsideration of Section 82-611 parking requirements – staff recommends against eliminating minimums citywide
- Proposed front setback change in CC District to 25 feet to align with existing development
- Floodplain map to be incorporated into overlay district maps for consistency
- Typographical corrections: district references updated from R1/R2/RT to RN and CBD to CD
- Add provision allowing a City Council member to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals
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PROPOSED AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday May 19, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Members
4. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Action items:
a. Reconsider final recommendation to City Council of 2026 proposed Zoning
Ordinance & Maps
11. Commissioner Comments
12. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE, MI
&
CHARLOTTE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Chief – Tyger Fullerton
911 W. Shepherd St. Charlotte, MI 48813 Ph. 517-543-0241
To: Charlotte Planning Commission
From: Tyger Fullerton, Fire Chief / Zoning & Code Administrator
Date: May 13, 2026
Re: Parking Requirements Discussion & Final Recommendation – Proposed 2026 Zoning
Ordinance & Zoning Map
At the May 5, 2026 regular meeting, the Planning Commission voted to amend the final
recommendation of the proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map to City Council and
modifying Table 82-611. The approved amendment included renaming the table to reflect
“Maximum Parking Standards” and eliminating minimum parking requirements within the
ordinance, city wide.
Following the Planning Commission meeting and prior to the scheduled second reading before
City Council, we conducted additional research regarding parking requirement standards and
consulted further with John of Beckett & Raeder regarding the implications of eliminating
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Tue May 19, 2026
Downtown Development Authority Board
DDA to discuss downtown recreational area plan and DPW power-washing
The Downtown Development Authority will consider a recreational area plan, seasonal decorations, a DPW power-washing request, and watering downtown planters. The board will also approve minutes from April and receive a finance report. Public comment is invited.
- Downtown Recreational area plan/phases
- Halloween and Christmas decorations
- DPW power-washing request (estimated $4,000 from prior discussion)
- Watering downtown planters
- Finance report for DDA
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 19, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Excuse Absent Members
4. Approval of Minutes
a. April 21, 2026 Regular Minutes
5. Finance Report
6. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Agenda Items
a. Downtown Recreational area plan/phases
b. Halloween/Christmas decorations
c. DPW power-washing request
d. Watering Downtown Planters
9. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes
10. Board Member Comments
11. Next Meeting Agenda Discussion
12. Adjournment
~Mikayla Middaugh, Deputy City Clerk
City of Charlotte
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813
Downtown Development Authority
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026
6:30P
Agenda
1. Call to Order 6:38 PM
2. Roll Call Present - Chair Laupp, Christensen, Mead, Caporali, Rodriguez; Interim City Mgr Pastue;
Absent - Howe
3. Approval of the Previous Meeting Minutes: Moved by Mead; Seconded by Christensen;
Approved unanimous
4. Public Comments - None
5. Agenda Items
A. Marketing Steering Committee - Funding Mead moved to fund 2 10 hour blocks totaling
$2800, Christensen seconded. Rodriguez moved to amend to $1400 no second. Failed for
no support. Vote for original motion: all in favor; none opposed.
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Thu May 14, 2026
City Council
City Council to interview candidates for City Manager position
The City Council will hold a special meeting to interview three candidates for the City Manager position. The council will then determine which candidates to select for further consideration.
- Interview with candidate Vestor Davis at 6:05 pm
- Interview with candidate Howard Fink at 6:50 pm
- Interview with candidate Scott Czasak at 7:35 pm
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✓ Decided: Council selects Scott Czasak as lead city manager candidate
The City Council conducted structured interviews with three city manager candidates and selected Scott Czasak as the lead candidate, with Vestor Davis as the alternate. The decision was made by a 6-1 roll call vote. No formal offer was made; background checks, contract negotiations, and final Council approval are pending.
- Selected Scott Czasak as lead city manager candidate (6-1)
- Selected Vestor Davis as alternate city manager candidate (6-1)
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
6:00 pm, Thursday, May 14, 2026
Interested persons can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
Website: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84323850068
One tap mobile: +16465588656, 843 2385 0068#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 843 2385 0068
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Absence of Council Members
5. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council who are
participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call, press *9 (star nine) on your
keypad
6. Approval of Agenda
7. Discussion Items
a. Interview City Manager Candidates, 6:05 pm – Vestor Davis, 6:50 pm – Howard Fink,
7:35 pm Scott Czasak and then potential selection for further consideration.
8. Mayor and Council Comments
9. Adjourn
~Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Comments shall be made only during times set aside for that purpose.
Each citizen may speak for up to 5 minutes during each public hearing and comments period.
Comments made during public hearings shall be relevant to the subject of the public hearing.
Comments shall be made from the podium unless otherwise directed by the Mayor.
Comments shall be directed to the Mayor and Council members.
Speakers shall begin by stating their name and indic …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Special Council Meeting 6 :00 p.m.
May 14 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 14 , 2026, at 6 :00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
All council members were present.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Kent McDonald expressed concerns regarding Candidate 3, stating
that he viewed the candidate as a career politician and questioned
whether that background aligned with the needs and direction of the
position.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion: by Councilmember Chin , seconded by Councilmember
Ch ristensen. Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION ITEMS :
a. Interview City Manager Candidate s
1. Vestor Davis
2. Howard Fink
3. Scott Czasak
The Council, facilitated by consultant James Freed, conducted
structured interviews with three City Manager candidates . Each
candidate was asked the same set of questions covering their
motivation for applying , impressions of Charlotte, leadership
philosophy, budget processes, staff culture, and professional
challenges. Following the interviews, the Council deliberated
and selected a lead candidate.
Candidate 1 - VESTOR DAVIS:
Mr. Davis stated his interest in Charlotte was based on the
city ’s strong downtown, stable Council, and proximity to his
home in Lansing. He acknowledged past management turnover
but expressed optimis …
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Thu May 14, 2026
Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board
CARC board to discuss Charlotte Community Library grant
The Charlotte Area Recreation Cooperative Board will hold a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes and public comments. The main discussion item is a Charlotte Community Library Grant, though no specific dollar amount or details are provided in the agenda. Any open items and board member comments will also be heard.
- Discussion of Charlotte Community Library Grant (no amount specified)
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CARC Meeting
First Congregational United Church Annex Building
106 Bostwick St S, Charlotte, MI 48813
May 14, 2025 5:30 p.m.
Agenda:
1. call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve the previous meeting minutes.
4. Public Comments
5. Agenda Items
a. Charlotte Community Library Grant
b. Any open items
6. Board Member Comments
7. Adjournment
Tue May 12, 2026
Camp Frances Board
Camp Frances board considers pollinator garden and bee share project
The Camp Frances Board of Directors will discuss a proposed bee shares and pollinator planting project with educational signage, funded by William SaintAmont. The board will also receive updates on a concrete path and bench grant application, the spring campfire event, and a new flag donation from the American Legion. Routine business includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a treasurer report.
- Discussion of a bee shares / pollinator planting project with educational signage, funded by William SaintAmour
- Update on grant applications for concrete path and bench placement
- Planning for the spring campfire event on May 17, including scavenger hunt and board attendance
- Report on a new flag donated by the American Legion, contact made by Anissa
- City Council and DPW report on Civic Plus update
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✓ Decided: Camp Frances board approves pollinator project with educational signage
The Camp Frances Board of Directors approved moving forward with a bee shares/pollinator planting project with educational signage, funded by William SaintAmour. The board also discussed bylaws revisions, a canceled Meijer grant for a concrete path, and upcoming events. No other formal votes were taken.
- Approved pollinator planting project with educational signage (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 4/14/2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Discussed bylaws revisions; further review scheduled for May 13
- Meijer grant canceled; will resubmit for $1,000
- Brenda K. Bly bench placement approved previously; DPW to install
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting
May 12, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes from 4/14/2026 meeting
3. Additions to the agenda
4. Treasurer report - Amy
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - Susie
2. Business Expo, April 18th - Report from board members
3. Update on concrete path and bench placement - Grant applications - Rev Group
4. Spring Campfire, May 17th - FB event has been created and shared, Susie to make a
scavenger hunt page for spring items and Barb will print it off. Finish discussing plans and
confirm who will attend from the board.
5. A new flag has been gifted from the American Legion, Richard Wyatt was contacted by
Anissa.
New Business
1. Discuss the possibility of a bee shares / pollinator planting with educational signage at
Camp Frances. William SaintAmour has contacted Stephanie about finding a space in the city
for this project which he is funding.
2. City of Charlotte/DPW report - Anissa, update on Civic Plus
Next Meeting: June 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Camp Check: May - Susie, June - Barb & Anne, July - Cathy
Board Members : Margaret Bales, Cathy Bogner, Susie DeBack, Karen Perry, Amy Smith, D’Lynn Smith, Barb
VanderMolen, Anne Watson, Anissa Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
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Camp Frances Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2026, 6:30 PM at Camp Frances, 1501 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte MI 48813
Attended by: Susie DeBack, Barb VanderMolen, Margaret Bales, Anne Watson, Cathy Bogner, Anissa
Buiskool DPW Representative, City Councilman Brian Neumann
1. Call to order at 6:31 pm
2. Approval of minutes from 4/14/2026 meeting = unanimous approval of minutes
3. Additions to the agenda - reminder of the science fair in June
4. Treasurer report - our current account balance is $19,000. This does not yet reflect the
$3800 payment for the basement floor.
5. Renter and Rental check out concerns - no concerns
6. City Council Report - Brian Neumann reported that the Camp Frances bylaws review was in
progress, updated us on the Zoning commission plan that was rejected partly due to parking
concerns, and that there are a lot of grants occurring.
Old Business / Last Meeting Follow-up
1. Update on Bylaws - Susie updated the status of the revisions to the bylaws. She reviewed the
comments from the city attorney and there will be another meeting to review these changes
on May 13th at City Hall. Items discussed included email approval of urgent concerns,
disclosure by board members of conflicts of interest, expanding board membership,
removal of the annual meeting requirement, eliminating the finance committee
requirement, and adjustments to the meeting schedule. Susie will send out Bylaws changes
to Board members.
2. Business …
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt zoning ordinance and approve $651k in expenditures
The Charlotte City Council will consider adopting a new zoning ordinance and map, introducing administrative and construction code ordinances, and authorizing applications for various state grants. The body will also approve claims totaling $651,148.06 and discuss the purchase of a code enforcement vehicle.
- Approval of Claims and Expenditures totaling $651,148.06
- Second reading/adoption – Zoning Ordinance and Map
- Resolution 2026-26 to introduce Ordinance 2026-02 “City of Charlotte State Construction Code Ordinance”
- Resolution 2026-27 to introduce Ordinance 2026-03 “City of Charlotte Administrative Appeals Board Ordinance”
- Code Enforcement & Fire Inspector Vehicle Purchase
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✓ Decided: Council rejects zoning ordinance, sends it back to Planning Commission
The council voted 0-6 to reject the proposed zoning ordinance and map amendments, then unanimously sent the ordinance back to the Planning Commission for further review. The council also approved the amended claims and expenditures, introduced two new ordinances for public hearings, and approved several grant applications and a vehicle purchase.
- Zoning ordinance and map amendments rejected (0-6, 1 absent)
- Zoning ordinance sent back to Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Claims and expenditures approved, minus Rotary Club membership fee (unanimous)
- Ordinance 2026-02 (State Construction Code) introduced, public hearing set for June 8 (unanimous)
- Ordinance 2026-03 (Administrative Appeals Board) introduced, public hearing set for June 8 (unanimous)
- Resolution 2026-28 appointing David M. Revore as prosecutor approved (unanimous)
- Chevrolet Trailblazer purchase for code enforcement approved (unanimous)
- Consent agenda items approved, including grant applications (unanimous)
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Monday, May 11, 2026
Interested people can participate in-person or via Zoom
Connect to Zoom from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
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One tap mobile: +16465588656,, 858 5974 7637#
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 858 5974 7637
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Invocation – Tim Potter – Calvary Baptist
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Approval of Minutes
a. April 27, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
b. May 4, 2026, Special Council Meeting Minutes – Open Session
7. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes. Attendees desiring to address council
who are participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call,
press *9 (star nine) on your keypad
8. Approval of Agenda
9. Communications and Committee Reports
a. Mayor Report
i. City Manager Candidate Interviews
b. Manager Report
i. City Manager update
c. Attorney Report
d. Staff Report
e. Councilmember Committee Reports
10. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Claims and Expenditures totaling $651,148.06
b. Authorization to apply for the SOM Fire Equipment grant program
c. Authorization to apply for EGLE Community Energy Management (CEM) grant – West
Side Fire Station HVAC Controls Upgrade
d. Authorization to apply for …
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
May 11 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 11 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call with all council members present.
A quorum was met .
INVOCATION :
Tim Potter from Calvary Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to approve April 27, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes was made and seconded. The motion carried
unanimously.
Motion to approve the May 4, 2026, Special Council Meeting
Minutes – Open Session was made and seconded. The motion
carried unanimously.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Councilmember Christensen was absent and excused.
Motion by Councilmember Chin, seconded by Councilmember
Scott. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Jodee Pruden expressed concerns about recent meetings not
being publicly broadcast, including the May 4 special meeting.
She also asked if the May 14 interview session would be
televised and noted issues with the Zoom camera quality .
City Manager Vince Pastue explained that the May 4 special
meeting was allowed under the Open Meetings Act because it
involved confidential City Manager candidate applications. He
confirmed the May 14 interviews would be televised on
Facebook, coordinated by the City Clerk.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion : made by Councilmember Scott, seconded by
Councilmember Rodriguez. Motion carrie …
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Tue May 5, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Map
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and consider a final recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance and Map. The body will also discuss the potential for a standalone short-term rental ordinance and recommend appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Administrative Appeals Board.
- Public hearing and recommendation for the Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance & Map
- Recommendation regarding a standalone short-term rental ordinance
- Recommendation of a Planning Commission member appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
- Recommendation of a Planning Commission member to the Administrative Appeals Board (AAB)
- Appointment of a Planning Commission member to Administrative Review
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PROPOSED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CHARLOTTE PLANNING COMMISSION
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Excuse absent members
5. Approval of Minutes – April 7th, 2026
6. Early Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
7. Approval of Agenda
8. Public Hearing – Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordinance & Map
9. Action: Recommendation of Proposed 2026 Zoning Ordnance & Map
10. Action: Recommendation regarding short-term rental ordinance
11. Action: Recommendation of PC member appointment to ZBA
12. Action: Recommendation of PC member to Administration Appeals Board (AAB)
13. Action: Appointment of PC member to Administrative Review (Chair + member)
14. Late Public Comment – Limit presentation to 5 minutes
15. Commissioner Comments
16. Adjourn
CITY OF CHARLOTTE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
111 E. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
April 07, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson McRae at 7:00
P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairperson McRae, Vice Chairperson Bearup,
Commissioners Bliven, N. Christensen, Garrett, Frost, Lester,
Hartwick, and Snyder. Council member representative J.
Christensen
Also in attendance: Fire Chief Fullerton, Deputy City Clerk
Middaugh, Interim City Manager Pastue
Absent: Commissioner Garrett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Vice Chairperso …
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Mon May 4, 2026
City Council
Council to review city manager applicants in closed session
The City Council will enter a closed session to review confidential applicants for the city manager position. After returning to open session, they will discuss recommendations to interview specific candidates and set a date and time for those interviews.
- Motion to enter closed session to discuss confidential city manager applicants
- Return to open session for recommendations on interview candidates
- Consideration of date and time for candidate interviews
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✓ Decided: Council selects 3 city manager candidates for interviews
The City Council held a special meeting to review confidential city manager applicants in closed session. After returning to open session, the Council selected Candidates 6, 10, and 13 for interviews, with Candidate 2 as alternate. The interviews were scheduled for Thursday, May 14, at 6:00 PM. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Selected Candidates 6, 10, and 13 for city manager interviews, with Candidate 2 as alternate
- Scheduled city manager interviews for May 14 at 6:00 PM
- Excused Councilmembers Chin and Brummette from the meeting
- Approved the agenda
- Convened closed session to review confidential city manager applicants
- Returned to open session after closed review
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PROPOSED AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL
111 E. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
5 :00 P.M. Monday, May 4 , 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Absence of Council Members
4. Public Comment - Limit presentation to five (5) minutes . Attendees desiring to address council who are
participating with ZOOM may raise their hands now or if attending via a phone call, press *9 (star nine) on your
keypad
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Agenda
a. Motion to enter closed session – review of confidential city manager applicants
b. Return to open session
7. Recommendations to interview candidates identified by number
8. Consideration of date and time for interviews
9. Mayor and Council Comments
10. Adjourn
~ Alicia A. Smith, City Clerk
ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Comments shall be made only during times set aside for that purpose.
Each citizen may speak for up to 5 minutes during each public hearing and comments period.
Comments made during public hearings shall be relevant to the subject of the public hearing.
Comments shall be made from the podium unless otherwise directed by the Mayor.
Comments shall be directed to the Mayor and Council members.
Speakers shall begin by stating their name and indicate if they are a resident or non-resident of the City.
Speakers shall refrain from using vulgarity, hate speech or “ fighting words. ”
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CITY OF CHARLOTTE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-2750
Special Council Meeting 6 :00 p.m.
May 4, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
By Mayor Fullerton on Monday, May 4 , 2026, at 6 :00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk conducted roll call . Councilmember Chin and
Councilmember Brummette were absent. A quorum was met .
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Fullerton.
ABSENCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Councilmembers Chin and Brummette were excused.
Motion by Rodriguez, seconded by Scott. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
No public comment.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion: by Councilmember Neumann , seconded by Scott . Motion
Carried.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING:
6a. The Council convened a closed session to review confidential
City Manager applicants.
Motion by Councilmember Scott, seconded by Christensen. Motion
carried.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION:
6b. The Council returned to open session following the closed
session review.
Motion by Councilmember Neumann, seconded by Scott. Motion
carried.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO INTERVIEW CANDIDATES
IDENTIFIED BY NUMBER:
After closed session, Council selected Candidates 6, 10, and 13 for
interviews, with Candidate 2 as alternate.
Motion by Councilmember Christensen, seconded by Rodriguez.
Motion carried.
CONSIDERATION FOR DATE & TIME FOR INTERVIEWS:
Council members and the consultant, consensus settled on
Thursday, May 14, at 6:00 PM .
Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Christensen.
Motion carried.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Cou …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $95,881 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8509872213!CLUTCH,FAN,ENGINE |
| $69,183 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511205677!HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONME |
| $51,489 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511391388!CLUTCH,FAN,ENGINE |
| $42,266 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8510806201!HOSE,NONMETALLIC |
| $40,779 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511700813!COMPRESSOR,REFRIGER |
| $31,463 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511098608!VALVE,RELAY R14 |
| $29,747 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511717705!PANEL,VEHICULAR OPE |
| $28,121 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511362124!AIR DRYER ASSY |
| $27,509 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8511096095!AIR DRYER ASSY |
| $27,156 | THE SHYFT GROUP USA, INC Department of Defense · 8509864001!CLUTCH,FAN,ENGINE |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Eaton County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments2,182 (42,828 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,127/mo (173 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.9% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Recorded votes
$15.2M
Annual budget
$2.7M
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$15.2M
Spending$12.7M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load
Outstanding debt$2.7M
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.