Port Huron, MI

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve financial reports and several facade grants. The board will also discuss downtown maintenance, furniture grants, and upcoming events.

• Approval of DDA financials as of June 30 and September 30, 2026
• Payment for Mama Vicki's Facade Grant at 408 Huron Ave
• Proposal and payment for a Facade Grant at 1219 Military St
• Facade Grant Application for The Closet by A Beautiful Me
• Discussion of Downtown Furniture Grant

The Port Huron Downtown Development Authority approved financial reports for June and September 2026 and authorized facade grants for properties at 408 Huron Ave and 1219 Military St. The board also discussed downtown maintenance, upcoming events, and business updates. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved July 21, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved DDA financials for June 30 and Sept 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 408 Huron Ave (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 1219 Military St (unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will discuss an agreement to open a new library branch at the Eleger Harvey Community Center. The body is also reviewing equipment purchases for the police department and wastewater plant, as well as new demolition standards.

• Purchase of 9 Motorola N70 radios and accessories for $66,935.25
• Purchase of a Kubota utility vehicle with plow kit for $32,670.00
• Interlocal Agreement to open a library branch at the Eleger Harvey Community Center
• ORD #26-013: Proposed ordinance establishing demolition standards and permit requirements
• RES #26-140: Tax Capture Financing Agreement with the Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority

The City Council approved an agreement to open a new library branch at the Eleger Harvey Community Center. Council also authorized purchases for police radios and a wastewater plant utility vehicle. Additionally, an ordinance was enacted to standardize non-owner-occupied building certifications to a three-year period.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for new library branch at Eleger Harvey Community Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $66,935.25 for 9 Motorola N70 police radios and accessories (Unanimous)
• Approved $32,670.00 for Kubota utility vehicle for Wastewater Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved Tax Capture Financing Agreement with Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved four-year agreement with St. Clair County for ambulance service millage funds (Unanimous)
• Enacted ordinance establishing three-year standard certification for non-owner-occupied buildings (Unanimous)
• Authorized grant application for permanent roofs at McMorran Plaza outdoor stages (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Rev. David Stenske and Mark Watson to Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority (Unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Historic District Commission

The Port Huron Historic District Commission will hold public hearings to determine if certificates of appropriateness should be granted for new signage. The commission will also review minutes from the September 1, 2026, meeting.

• PH#26-010: Signage request from St Clair County Community College at 301 Huron Avenue
• PH#26-011: Signage request from Karen Palka of A Beautiful Me at 220 Huron Avenue

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will vote on two police vehicle purchases totaling over $81,000 and enact an ordinance establishing new demolition standards. The agenda also includes authorizing a grant application for the 16th Street Road Reconstruction project and confirming a Planning Commission appointment.

• Purchase of one 2027 Dodge vehicle for the Police Department for $38,224.00
• Purchase of one 2027 GMC vehicle for the Police Department for $42,801.00
• Enactment of Ordinance #26-013 adding demolition standards and permit requirements to the city code
• Authorization to submit a grant application for the 16th Street Road Reconstruction project from Electric Avenue to Cedar Street
• Confirmation of Marissa Williams' appointment to the Planning Commission

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority

The Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority will meet to elect its officers. The body will also discuss a tax capture financing agreement and a marquee sign for the Harvey Center.

• Election of NIA Officers
• Tax Capture Financing Agreement
• Harvey Center Marquee Sign
• Update on Finalized NIA ARPA Project

The Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority adopted meeting minutes, tabled officer elections, and approved a tax capture financing agreement. City Manager James Freed provided updates on finalized NIA ARPA projects and a new marquee sign for the Harvey Center, while the Board also voted to postpone its November 12 meeting to December 10.

• Adopted September 10, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled election of NIA officers until all Board members are present (4-0)
• Approved tax capture financing agreement as amended, with the City providing an annual audit (4-0)
• Voted to postpone the November 12 meeting to December 10 due to a lack of quorum

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority is meeting to adopt a final budget for fiscal years 2021-2027 and approve an annual report on tax increment financing. The body will also consider payments for site work and the use of funds for a road project.

• Adoption of the final budget for Fiscal Years 2021-2027
• Payment of two invoices from J.B. Donaldson Co. for detention pond work at the US Farathane site
• Use of remaining funds for the 24th Street Road Reconstruction and Utility Replacement project from Nern Street to Dove Street
• Transmittal of the Annual Report on the tax increment financing account for years ended June 30, 2019 through June 30, 2026

The Port Huron Local Development Finance Authority elected a new vice chair and approved its annual tax increment financing report. The board also adopted a budget for fiscal years 2021-2027 and authorized funding for road and utility work on 24th Street. Additionally, the board approved payments for detention pond work at the US Farathane site.

• Elected Bobbie Seppo as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2019 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual tax increment financing report (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021-2027 final budget (unanimous)
• Approved J.B. Donaldson Co. invoices for US Farathane site (unanimous)
• Approved funding for 24th Street road and utility project (unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Port Huron Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to elect a Vice Chair and approve previous minutes. The body is scheduled to vote on a final budget and an annual report regarding its financing account.

• Election of Vice Chair
• TIFA #26-001: Annual Report on tax increment financing account for years ended June 30, 2019 through June 30, 2026
• TIFA #26-002: Final budget for Fiscal Years 2021-2027

The Port Huron Tax Increment Finance Authority held its regular meeting on October 21, 2026. The board unanimously elected Bobbie Seppo as Vice Chair and approved the transmittal of the annual report covering tax increment financing accounts from 2019 through 2026. Additionally, the board adopted the final budget for fiscal years 2021-2027. Two members were absent from the vote.

• Elected Bobbie Seppo as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved transmittal of TIFA Annual Report for FY 2019-2026 (Unanimous)
• Adopted TIFA final budget for Fiscal Years 2021-2027 (Unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Local Development Finance Authority

The Port Huron Local Development Finance Authority will meet to elect a Vice Chair and approve several resolutions. The body is considering a final budget for fiscal years 2021-2027 and payments for site work and road reconstruction.

• Adoption of the final budget for Fiscal Years 2021-2027
• Payment of two invoices from J.B. Donaldson Co. for detention pond work at the US Farathane site
• Use of remaining funds for the 24th Street Road Reconstruction and Utility Replacement project from Nern Street to Dove Street
• Transmittal of the Annual Report on the tax increment financing account for June 30, 2019 through June 30, 2026

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review financial reports and set the 2027 meeting schedule. The board is deciding on facade grant payments for two downtown properties. Members will also discuss downtown decor, maintenance, and upcoming events.

• Payment for Mama Vicki's Facade Grant at 408 Huron Ave
• Proposal and payment for a Facade Grant at 1219 Military St
• Approval of DDA financials as of June 30 and September 30, 2026
• Approval of 2027 Quarterly DDA Board Meetings
• Discussion of Downtown Furniture Grant

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron McMorran Place Commission

The Port Huron McMorran Place Commission will meet to review old and new business. The agenda includes an update on the Jumbotron and a financial report from General Manager Ashly Filipiak.

• Jumbotron Update
• Financials report by General Manager Ashly Filipiak
• Discussion of upcoming events

The Commission approved the minutes from the August 20, 2026, special meeting. Members also received updates on the $450,000 jumbotron project, new event booking strategies, and current seasonal financial operations.

• Approved August 20 special meeting minutes (4-0)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Port Huron Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to elect a Vice Chair and approve previous minutes. The body is scheduled to vote on a final budget and the transmittal of an annual report.

• Adoption of the final budget for Fiscal Years 2021-2027 (TIFA #26-002)
• Approval of the Annual Report for tax increment financing accounts from June 30, 2019, through June 30, 2026 (TIFA #26-001)
• Election of Vice Chair

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Planning Commission

The Port Huron Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit request. The commission will decide whether to allow residential use on the first floor of a property in the Central Business District.

• PH #26-014: Special use permit request by Matt Brooks for residential use at 525 Court Street

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for Matt Brooks to allow residential use on the first floor of a property in the Central Business District. The commission also discussed the future need for ordinance language regarding data centers.

• Approved special use permit for residential use at 525 Court Street (Unanimous)
• Approved September 1, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron McMorran Place Commission

The Port Huron McMorran Place Commission will meet to review old and new business. The agenda includes an update on the Jumbotron and a report on upcoming events from the General Manager.

• Jumbotron Update
• Upcoming Events report by General Manager Ashly Filipiak
• Approval of August 20, 2026 Special Meeting minutes

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will discuss the sale of the Municipal Office Center and a $1 million property purchase on Military Street. The body is also reviewing several ordinances regarding zoning, low-income housing, and sidewalk vehicle regulations.

• Proposed sale of Municipal Office Center to Paul Veldman for $2,000,000.00
• Proposed purchase of 1338 Military Street and Chestnut Street parking for $1,000,000.00
• Public hearing on Brownfield Plan for The Residences of 256 at 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• Rezoning of 929 Division Street from R1 (Residential) to C1 (General Business)
• FEMA grant of $243,560.16 for Port Huron Fire Department technical rescue training

The City Council approved the sale of the Municipal Office Center for $2 million and the purchase of property at 1338 Military Street for $1 million. Council also approved a Brownfield Plan for a 12-unit housing project and enacted several ordinances regarding zoning and city codes.

• Approved sale of Municipal Office Center to Paul Veldman for $2,000,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000.00 purchase of 1338 Military Street and Chestnut Street parking (Unanimous)
• Approved Brownfield Plan for The Residences of 256 housing project (Unanimous)
• Approved $243,560.16 FEMA grant for fire department rescue training (Unanimous)
• Approved $62,000.00 in Opioid Settlement funds for BWROC and Crossroads Recovery Services (Unanimous)
• Rezoned 929 Division Street from R1 to C1 (Unanimous)
• Enacted sidewalk requirements for electric bikes, scooters, and mopeds (5-2)
• Approved engineering agreement with Tetra Tech of Michigan for Water Treatment Plant switchgear (Unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will discuss an agreement to open a library branch at the Eleger Harvey Community Center and a tax capture financing agreement for the Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority. The body is also reviewing equipment purchases for police and wastewater services.

• Purchase of 9 Motorola N70 radios and accessories for $66,935.25
• Purchase of a Kubota utility vehicle with plow kit for $32,670.00
• Interlocal Agreement to open a library branch at the Eleger Harvey Community Center
• ORD #26-013: Proposed ordinance establishing demolition standards and permit requirements
• ORD #26-012: Amendment to non-owner-occupied certification periods

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests. The board will also receive communications regarding a proposed project on Pine Grove Avenue and concerns about a business on Lyons Street.

• PH#26-013: Variance for garage walls higher than 10 feet at 4150 Gratiot Avenue
• PH#26-014: Layout variances for a proposed gas station and convenience store at 1912 Pine Grove Ave
• PH#26-015: Variance for truck docks in front/side yard setback at 2356 Beard St
• PH#26-016: Variance to remove dumpster screening requirements at 2356 Beard St

The board denied a variance request for a proposed gas station at 1912 Pine Grove Ave. It approved requests for a garage wall height variance at 4150 Gratiot Avenue and two variances for an industrial site on Beard Street.

• Approved variance for garage walls higher than 10 feet at 4150 Gratiot Avenue (Unanimous)
• Denied variance for gas station and convenience store layout at 1912 Pine Grove Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for truck docks in front/side yard setback at 2356 Beard St (Unanimous)
• Approved variance to remove dumpster screening requirement at 2356 Beard St (Unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority

The Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority will meet to elect its officers. The body will also discuss a tax capture financing agreement and an update on a finalized ARPA project.

• Election of NIA Officers
• Tax Capture Financing Agreement
• Update on Finalized NIA ARPA Project
• Harvey Center Marquee Sign

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Planning Commission

The Port Huron Planning Commission meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Municipal Office Center, 100 McMorran Blvd. The Commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on two special use permit requests. It will also review minutes from the September 1, 2026 regular meeting and take public comment.

• PH #26-014: special use permit for Matt Brooks to allow residential use on the first floor in a CBD (Central Business District) at 525 Court Street
• PH #26-015: special use permit for Bluewater Energy Holdings LLC to operate a gas station with a c-store in a C-1 (General Business District) at 1912 Pine Grove Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the September 1, 2026 regular Planning Commission meeting
• Public comment period and communications and petitions on the agenda

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests, including a proposed gas station and convenience store at 1912 Pine Grove Avenue, a garage height variance at 4150 Gratiot Avenue, and two requests from Beard St 2 Industrial LLC at 2356 Beard Street. The board will also receive communications in opposition to the Pine Grove variance and a concern about 24-hour operation and lighting from a nearby resident. Following each hearing, the board will consider adopting resolutions on the requests.

• PH#26-013: Variance for garage walls higher than 10 feet at 4150 Gratiot Avenue
• PH#26-014: Variances for proposed gas station and convenience store at 1912 Pine Grove Ave
• PH#26-015: Variance to allow truck docks in front/side yard setback at 2356 Beard St
• PH#26-016: Variance to remove dumpster screening requirement at 2356 Beard St
• Communication from Carthew Law Firm opposing Pine Grove variance; phone concern from 1211 Lyons St resident

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council is holding a regular meeting with a packed agenda of contracts, grant applications, rezoning ordinances, and appointments. Major spending items include $2,904,290.00 for thickener tanks at the wastewater treatment plant and $326,879.00 for a Jumbotron at McMorran Place, plus installation quotes. The council will also consider grant applications for a riverfront park at 1227 Water Street and the 16th Street road reconstruction, and several rezoning and housing-related ordinances.

• FCM #26-036: Accepting Lee Contracting, Inc. bid of $2,904,290.00 for thickener tanks equipment replacement at the WWTP (Wastewater Fund)
• FCM #26-039: $326,879.00 Watchfire Signs Jumbotron for McMorran Place, plus $77,104.00 and estimated $90,000 installation quotes
• RES #26-114: Grant application up to $770,000 to Michigan DNR Trust Fund for ~2.6 acres at 1227 Water Street for a riverfront park
• ORD #26-006: Second reading to rezone 1222 Water Street from R1 (Single- and Two-Family Residential) to C1 (General Business)
• ORD #26-008 and #26-009: First readings for service charges in lieu of taxes for OHM Senior Apartments and the Residences at 256

Port Huron City Council approved a $2,904,290.00 bid from Lee Contracting, Inc. for thickener tanks equipment replacement and improvements at the WWTP, and approved a $326,879.00 quote from Watchfire Signs for a Jumbotron at McMorran Place, plus installation quotes. Council also adopted resolutions authorizing a Conner Street reconstruction bond process, a grant application for a riverfront park at 1227 Water Street, and enacted a rezoning of 1222 Water Street from residential to general business. Several ordinances, including rezoning 929 Division Street and rules for bicycles and e-scooters on sidewalks, received first reading and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Approved $2,904,290.00 bid from Lee Contracting, Inc. for WWTP thickener tanks (unanimous)
• Approved $326,879.00 Jumbotron purchase from Watchfire Signs plus installation quotes (unanimous)
• Approved $111,599.00 chassis purchase and $164,230.00 upfit for Streets Division dump truck (unanimous)
• Approved $41,702.00 diesel exhaust removal system at Fire Station No. 4 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to issue municipal securities for Conner Street reconstruction from Military to Electric (unanimous)
• Adopted grant application up to $770,000 for 2.6 acres at 1227 Water Street riverfront park (unanimous)
• Enacted rezoning of 1222 Water Street from R1 to C1 (unanimous)
• First reading of ordinance on bicycles, e-bikes, e-scooters and mopeds on sidewalks (5-1, Payton no)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will hold a public hearing on a brownfield plan for The Residences of 256, then consider approving it. They will also vote on several resolutions, including a $1 million property purchase, acceptance of a fire department grant, and funding for recovery services. Multiple ordinances are up for second reading and enactment, covering rezoning, tax abatements for housing, and new regulations. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Brownfield Plan for The Residences of 256 at 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• RES #26-125: Approve $1,000,000 purchase of 1338 Military Street and Chestnut Street parking property
• RES #26-126: Accept $243,560.16 FEMA grant for firefighter technical rescue training
• RES #26-125: Approve $32,000 to BWROC and $30,000 to Crossroads Recovery Services from Opioid Settlement funds
• ORD #26-007: Rezone 929 Division Street from R1 to C1

Special Meeting of the Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting to elect a treasurer, approve prior meeting minutes, and hold a public hearing on a proposed interlocal agreement. The agreement would use revenues from a vacant lot at 2921 25th Street between the authority and the Neighborhood Improvement Authority. The board will consider adopting the resolution after the hearing.

• Public hearing BFPH #26-005: Approving interlocal agreement for 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• Election of Treasurer
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2026 special meeting

The Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved an interlocal agreement regarding revenue use for a vacant lot on 25th Street. The board also elected Bobbie Seppo as Treasurer and accepted minutes from the September 2, 2026, meeting.

• Elected Bobbie Seppo as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Accepted September 2, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement for 25th Street vacant lot (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:12 PM

Special Meeting of the Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting to elect a treasurer, approve minutes, and hold a public hearing on a proposed interlocal agreement. The agreement would use revenues from a vacant lot at 2921 25th Street between the authority and the Neighborhood Improvement Authority. Following the hearing, the board will consider adopting the resolution.

• Public hearing BFPH #26-005 on interlocal agreement for 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• Election of Treasurer
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2026 special meeting

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will consider several bids, grants, and resolutions, including the purchase of a former All-Star Vending building for $1.1 million for storage use. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2025 CAPER report and consider a first reading of a zoning change for 1222 Water Street.

• Purchase of 3443 Military Street for $1,100,000 for storage and materials handling
• Bid of $828,987 to Raymond Excavating for 24th Street road reconstruction from Nern to Dove
• Three DNR Trust Fund grants of $250,000 each (with local match) for Sanborn, Knox, and Lakeside parks
• First reading to rezone 1222 Water Street from R1 to C1
• Purchase of three police Dodge Durangos for $137,019

The City Council approved the purchase of a building at 3443 Military Street for $1,100,000 to use as a storage facility. The council also authorized multiple bids for road reconstruction and various new vehicles for police, fire, and utility departments.

• Approved $828,987.00 contract for 24th Street road and utility replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $137,019.00 for three police department Dodge Durango vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $50,978.00 for a Fire Department Ford F-250 truck (unanimous)
• Approved $83,882.00 for two Streets Division Ford F-250 trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $41,673.00 for a Utilities Division GMC Savana cargo van (unanimous)
• Approved $57,638.00 for a Parks Division Ford F-450 truck and dump body (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,100,000 purchase of 3443 Military Street for storage use (unanimous)
• Enacted rezoning of 1011 Pearl Street from C1 to R1 (unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings on requests to build a three-car garage at 4132 Gratiot Avenue and to add an addition at 4220 Gratiot Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its July 6, 2026 meeting and take public comment. Following each hearing, the board will consider adopting a resolution on each request.

• Public hearing PH#26-008: three-car garage at 4132 Gratiot Avenue, requested by architect Jim Yu
• Public hearing PH#26-009: addition at 4220 Gratiot Avenue, requested by contractor Nick Sears
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comment period

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two property requests during its August 3 meeting. The board amended a request for a three-car garage at 4132 Gratiot Avenue to increase the setback from the front property line by 2 feet.

• Adopted as amended request for three-car garage at 4132 Gratiot Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved addition request at 4220 Gratiot Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted July 6, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Huron Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Jeremy Handlon to continue a project to side a house with steel at 1333 Arch Street. The board will also approve minutes from the July 6, 2026 meeting and take public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Public hearing PH26-011: request to continue steel siding project at 1333 Arch Street
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comment period

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing regarding a request to use steel siding on a residence. The board received and filed letters of support from neighbors for the project.

• Accepted July 6, 2026, meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Received and filed letters of support for 1333 Arch Street

Special Meeting of the Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting to consider two items related to the Residences at 256 project at 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street: approving a Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement and approving a Brownfield Plan, with a recommendation that City Council schedule a public hearing on September 28, 2026. The meeting includes public hearings for both items before any adoption vote.

• Public hearing BFPH #26-003: Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement between the Authority and the Residences at 256 for 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• Public hearing BFPH #26-004: Brownfield Plan for the Residences at 256 project at 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street
• Recommendation to City Council to schedule a public hearing on the plan for September 28, 2026
• Approval of minutes from the April 16, 2026 special meeting

The Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously accepted a Brownfield Plan for The Residences at 256, a 12-unit, 6-duplex condominium project at 2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street, and recommended City Council hold a public hearing on it September 28, 2026. The board also unanimously accepted a Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement between the City and the project. Members Orr and Soto stated for the record that they work for RESA/Properties REMI and SC4 respectively and said they have no financial gain in the project, though Orr noted his real estate employer could potentially list the units. Planning Director Haynes said the city would contribute to the project with no sale price to the developer, that no clawback language is currently drafted, and that MSHDA has not yet reviewed the plan.

• Accepted Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement for The Residences at 256 (2921 Vacant Lot 25th Street) — unanimous
• Accepted Brownfield Plan for The Residences at 256 and recommended City Council schedule a public hearing for September 28, 2026 — unanimous
• Adopted April 16, 2026 special meeting minutes as amended — unanimous
• Adjourned at 4:32 PM

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority

The Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority is holding its regular September meeting. Members will hear the 2026 Southside Market Annual Review and Future Outlook, and vote on an interlocal agreement to use revenues from the Residence at 256 Development between the authority and the city's Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. The agenda also includes approval of August minutes and public comment periods.

• 2026 Southside Market Annual Review and Future Outlook
• Resolution approving Interlocal Agreement to use revenues from the Residence at 256 Development between the Southside Neighborhood Authority and the City of Port Huron Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comment periods (4 minutes and 3 minutes)

The Port Huron Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority approved an interlocal agreement to use revenues from the Residence at 256 development between the authority and the city's Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. The board also adopted minutes from the August 13 meeting and approved renaming the Southside Summer Pop-Up Market to Southside Summer Market. A residential redevelopment project was presented, and an amendment regarding an annual report for TIF capture was made, but no formal action was recorded on that item.

• Approved interlocal agreement for Residence at 256 revenues (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 13, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved renaming Southside Summer Pop-Up Market to Southside Summer Market (unanimous)

Special Meeting of the Port Huron McMorran Place Commission

The Port Huron McMorran Place Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a motion to approve a jumbotron, discuss the Prowlers 26-27 season, and review financials presented by General Manager Ashly Filipiak. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 16, 2026, and an update on the fountain.

• Motion to approve jumbotron
• Prowlers 26-27 season discussion
• Financials presented by General Manager Ashly Filipiak
• Fountain update
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026

The Port Huron McMorran Place Commission unanimously approved a motion to approve the jumbotron. They also accepted the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted. The commission discussed parking lot fees with All American Flames Gymnastics, received updates on the fountain restoration and Prowlers season, and reviewed year-end financials.

• Approved jumbotron motion (unanimous)
• Accepted April 16, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)

Regular Meeting of the Port Huron City Council

The Port Huron City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items and several resolutions, including a $2.9 million bid for wastewater treatment plant improvements, a grant application for a riverfront park, and multiple rezonings. The meeting also includes public comment periods and a second reading of a zoning ordinance for 1222 Water Street.

• Accept $2,904,290 bid from Lee Contracting for thickener tanks at WWTP
• Authorize grant application up to $770,000 for 1227 Water Street riverfront park
• Approve $326,879 Jumbotron purchase and installation for McMorran Place
• Second reading to rezone 1222 Water Street from R1 to C1
• First reading to rezone 929 Division Street from R1 to C1