Lapeer public meetings in 2025

Downtown Development Authority

The regular meeting of the City of Lapeer Downtown Development Authority scheduled for December 24, 2025, has been cancelled.

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will consider several approvals at its December 18 meeting. Items include updating the Housing Choice Voucher administration plan regarding the use of criminal records, reviewing the fiscal year 6/30/2025 Single Audit, and an initial review of the 7/1/2026 PHA Annual Plan. The commission will also approve monthly financial reports and receive a fire alarm and energy system operation report.

• Approve Housing Choice Voucher Administration Plan update (Chapters 3 & 12) for use of criminal records
• Review and approve the fiscal year ending 6/30/2025 Single Audit
• Initial review and approval of 7/1/2026 PHA Annual Plan information
• Approve monthly financial reports: checking account, reserve for replacements, voucher landlord payments, and voucher administration
• Monthly operation report of fire alarm and energy system

The Lapeer Housing Commission unanimously approved the monthly financial report, monthly bills, an updated HCV Administrative Plan, the initial 7.1.2026 PHA Annual Plan, and the FYE 6.30.2025 single audit. No public comments were made, and no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report as presented (5-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC, Reserve for Replacements, HCV landlord payments, and contractor payments (5-0)
• Updated HCV Administrative Plan for HUD compliance on criminal report guidance (5-0)
• Approved initial version of 7.1.2026 PHA Annual Plan (5-0)
• Approved FYE 6.30.2025 single audit by Anderson, Tackman, PLC (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on zoning text amendments and authorize bid documents for improvements to Park Street, Pine Street, and Parking Lot #9. The body is also reviewing a feasibility study for the Karegnondi Water Authority and updates to the City's Master Plan.

• Bill listing for December 15, 2025, in the amount of $261,194.34
• Zoning Text Amendments for Articles 7-13, 7-15, 7-16, and 7-17
• ROWE KWA feasibility study for a fee not to exceed $44,300
• Authorization for bid documents for Park Street, Pine Street, and Parking Lot #9 improvements
• Engagement of Bodman PLC for limited labor and employment counsel

The Lapeer City Commission approved zoning text amendments to Articles 7-13, 7-15, 7-16, and 7-17 (4-1), and approved a $50,000 contract with Rowe for Master Plan and Non-Motorized Plan updates. They also approved a $44,300 KWA feasibility study, a $261,194.34 bill listing, and authorized release of bid documents for Park St., Pine St., and Parking Lot #9 improvements. A motion to table engagement of special labor counsel failed (2-3), but a subsequent motion to approve a $10,000 engagement with Bodman PLC for limited labor counsel passed (3-2).

• Adopted zoning text amendments to Articles 7-13, 7-15, 7-16, 7-17 (4-1)
• Approved $50,000 Rowe proposal for Master Plan and Non-Motorized Plan updates
• Approved $44,300 KWA feasibility study with Rowe
• Approved $261,194.34 bill listing
• Authorized release of bid documents for Park St., Pine St., Parking Lot #9 project
• Approved $10,000 engagement with Bodman PLC for labor counsel (3-2)
• Tabled motion to engage special labor counsel failed (2-3)
• Confirmed Buddy Beyer's reappointment to Downtown Development Authority (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission announced that the meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025 is canceled. The cancellation is because there is no official business to be conducted. No agenda items were presented.

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider approval of a three‑year contract with Assessment Administration Services, LLC for assessor services beginning Dec. 1 2025. It will also adopt a resolution extending the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s 2026 Housing Choice Voucher administration contract and approve related independent‑contractor staff agreements. Additional agenda items include first‑reading amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, a change to the ordinance‑introduction procedure, and approval of the Steel Patriots Friday Night Bikes special‑event application. A public hearing will be set to amend the 425 Agreement with Mayfield Township to add Parcel Id 014‑031‑003‑12.

• Approve three‑year contract with Assessment Administration Services, LLC for assessor services (effective Dec 1 2025).
• Adopt resolution extending MSHDA 2026 Housing Choice Voucher administration contract and approve related independent‑contractor staff contracts.
• First reading of Zoning Ordinance text amendments to Articles 7‑13, 7‑15, 7‑16, and 7‑17 of Chapter 7.
• Approve modification to ordinance‑introduction procedure requiring first and second readings.
• Set public hearing to amend 425 Agreement with Mayfield Township to add Parcel Id 014‑031‑003‑12.

The Lapeer City Commission adopted a resolution extending the Michigan State Housing Development Authority housing‑choice voucher administration contract for 2026. It also approved a three‑year assessment services contract, the $171,151.12 bill listing, and denied the Steel Patriots Friday Night Bikes special‑event application. Additional actions included postponing the 2026 meeting calendar, setting a public hearing on a 425 agreement amendment, censure of Commissioner Brady, and reappointing Cathy Malmrose to the Board of Review.

• Adopted MSHDA 2026 Housing Choice Voucher administration extension (5-0)
• Approved three-year contract with Assessment Administration Services, LLC (5-0)
• Approved bill listing for December 1, 2025 totaling $171,151.12 (5-0)
• Denied Steel Patriots Friday Night Bikes special-event application (5-0)
• Postponed approval of the Official 2026 Meeting Calendar to Dec 15 (3-2)
• Set public hearing for 425 agreement amendment with Mayfield Township (3-2)
• Censured Commissioner Brady for remainder of meeting (3-2)
• Reappointed Cathy Malmrose to the Board of Review (5-0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review and approve the monthly financial report and the monthly bill items, including Riverview Towers LLC checking account, reserve for replacements, and housing choice voucher payments. The commission will also receive a monthly operation report on Riverview Towers' fire alarm and energy system and staff reports from the executive director. No other specific actions are listed.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of Riverview Towers LLC checking account bill
• Approval of Riverview Towers LLC reserve for replacements bill
• Approval of housing choice voucher monthly landlord payments
• Approval of housing choice voucher administrative costs

The commission approved the minutes from the October 16 meeting. It approved a correction to the UNP for the LHC HCV Program of $3 00,272.03 and the August 2025 Monthly Financial Report. The monthly bills were ratified, and emergency generator repairs costing $5,500 plus miscellaneous parts and labor were approved.

• Approved October 16 minutes (4-0)
• Approved UNP correction of $3 00,272.03 in August report (4-0)
• Approved August 2025 Monthly Financial Report (4-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers and vouchers (4-0)
• Approved emergency generator repairs of $5,500 plus parts/labor (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will approve the meeting agenda and consent items, including the October 22 minutes, the treasurer’s report, and Budget Amendment #1. Committee and staff reports on outreach, business development, placemaking, events, and the Main Street program will be presented. New business will address the cancellation of the December meeting.

• Approval of November 19 agenda
• Consent agenda: October 22 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s reports and bill listing
• 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #1
• December meeting cancellation

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It authorized the Executive Committee to explore a new health‑insurance policy for the Executive Director. The board also reappointed three members and cancelled the December meeting, all with unanimous support.

• Agenda approved (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Authorized Executive Committee to explore new health insurance for Executive Director (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Reappointed Catherine Bostick‑Tullius, Buddy Beyer, and Gerald Gaecke to the board (unanimous yeas, no nays)
• Cancelled the December DDA meeting (unanimous yeas, no nays)

City Commission

The City Commission will swear in a new Mayor and Commissioner and elect a Mayor Pro-Tem. The body will consider approving a bill listing and several special event applications. Proposed zoning amendments and public hearings for a road diet and a 425 Agreement amendment are also on the agenda.

• Approval of bill listing in the amount of $685,506.28
• Proposed zoning ordinance text amendments for Articles 7-13, 7-15, 7-16, and 7-17
• Proposed public hearing for a road diet on Genesee Street between M-24 and Saginaw Streets
• Proposed public hearing for a 425 Agreement Amendment with Mayfield Township regarding Parcel Id: 014-031-003-12
• Special event applications for DDA Christmas Fest and Steel Patriots Friday Night Bikes on Nepessing Street

The commission elected Commissioner Petrie as Mayor Pro Tem with a 3-2 vote. An amendment to postpone agenda items in Sections G, H, and J was carried 3-2. The regular agenda, minutes, consent agenda, and a $685,506.28 bill listing were approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

• Commissioner Petrie elected Mayor Pro Tem (3-2)
• Commissioner Atwood's nomination for Mayor Pro Tem failed (1-4)
• Amendment to postpone Sections G, H, J carried (3-2)
• Agenda for November 17 approved as amended (3-2)
• Minutes of November 3 approved; McCarthy abstained (4-0-1)
• Consent agenda approved, including DDA Christmas Fest (5-0)
• Bill listing of $685,506.28 approved (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission will meet to review a conceptual plan for Brookwood of Lapeer and consider text amendments regarding signs. The agenda also includes a five-year review of the Master Plan and the election of a commission secretary.

• Brookwood of Lapeer Development – Conceptual Plan Presentation
• Text Amendments – Signs
• Master Plan – 5 Year Review – Amendment or New
• Election of Secretary
• Development Activities Report

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 9 minutes. Commissioners voted to begin drafting a new 5‑Year City Master Plan. Jeff Pattison was elected as Planning Commission Secretary.

• Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved October 9 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved motion to begin 5‑Year Master Plan drafting (unanimous vote)
• Elected Jeff Pattison as Planning Commission Secretary (unanimous vote)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several administrative actions, including approving a bill listing in the amount of $1,393,181.56 and revoking an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Testing Services at 751 McCormick Drive. It will also consider a new Letter of Intent for the LaMagna Opera House CDBG Round 3, an on‑premises liquor license for Axecadia at 55 W. Nepessing St., a signatory change for the Choice One Sports Officials bank account, a rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing St. from B‑2 to CBD‑1, and a triple‑net lease with Clover Group Anon, Inc. at 3496 Davison Road.

• Approve Bill Listing for November 3, 2025, in the amount of $1,393,181.56
• Revoke Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate No. 2014-145 for Testing Services Group, LLC at 751 McCormick Drive
• Approve Letter of Intent to reapply for Round 3 of the MI Neighborhood CDBG Program for the LaMagna Opera House project
• Adopt on‑premises liquor license for Axecadia, 55 W. Nepessing St.
• Adopt rezoning ordinance changing 4 E. Nepessing St. from B‑2 General Business to CBD‑1 Central Business District

The Lapeer City Commission approved a rezoning amendment that changes the property at 4 E. Nepessing St. from B‑2 General Business to CBD‑1 Central Business District. The commission also adopted a resolution revoking Testing Services Group’s industrial tax exemption, approved a new Letter of Intent for the LaMagna Opera House CDBG project, and granted an on‑premises liquor license to Axecadia. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing St. to CBD‑1 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution revoking Testing Services tax exemption (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Intent for LaMagna Opera House CDBG Round 3 (5-0)
• Granted on‑premises liquor license to Axecadia at 55 W. Nepessing St. (5-0)
• Approved change of signatories for Choice One Sports Officials bank account (5-0)
• Approved Triple Net Lease with Clover Group Anon, Inc. for 3496 Davison Rd. (5-0)
• Approved bill listing for the meeting in the amount of $1,393,181.56 (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes for the meeting (5-0 each)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review reports from its outreach, business development, placemaking, and events committees. The board will also receive a staff update on the Main Street Program.

• Main Street Program update
• Reports from Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, and Events committees
• Rescheduling of the November meeting date

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, both unanimously. They rescheduled the November meeting to Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. The Sign Assistance Program application from Lapeer Financial for 441 Clay Street was approved for a $300 reimbursement. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (unanimous yeas, motion carried)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous yeas, motion carried)
• Rescheduled November meeting to 8:00 a.m. on November 19, 2025 (unanimous yeas, motion carried)
• Approved $300 Sign Assistance reimbursement for Lapeer Financial, 441 Clay St. (unanimous yeas, motion carried)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on a power pole removal project at Pine Street, Park Street and Parking Lot #9, costing up to $30,034.50. They will also approve an alternate bid for the Community Center boiler replacement (Project #91900) not to exceed $244,615, and introduce an ordinance amendment to rezone 4 E. Nepessing St. from B-2 General Business to CBD-1 Central Business District. Additional items include a tasting room permit for Liquid Craft, LLC at 303 W. Nepessing St. and approval of the bill listing for $474,387.72.

• Power pole removal at Pine St., Park St., Parking Lot #9 – cost ≤ $30,034.50
• Community Center boiler replacement (Project #91900) – bid ≤ $244,615
• Rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing St. (Parcel #L20-19-100-040-00) from B-2 to CBD-1
• On-Premises Tasting Room Permit for Liquid Craft, LLC at 303 W. Nepessing St.
• Bill Listing approval – $474,387.72

The Lapeer City Commission approved the agenda (adding a school lease item and postponing the 2026 meeting calendar), adopted the October 6 minutes, and approved a $474,387.72 bill listing. It also approved a $30,034.50 power‑pole removal project, a recommendation for a Liquid Craft tasting‑room permit, and a $244,615 boiler replacement contract. Discussion of the Clover School lease was postponed to the November 3 meeting, and the commission entered a closed session to review a legal opinion.

• Approved agenda with Item G‑5 added and Item C‑1 postponed (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 6 meeting (5-0)
• Approved bill listing for $474,387.72 (5-0)
• Approved power‑pole removal project costing up to $30,034.50 (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Liquid Craft, LLC on‑premises tasting‑room permit (5-0)
• Approved Goyette Mechanical alternate bid for Community Center boiler replacement up to $244,615 (5-0)
• Postponed discussion/vote on Clover School lease to Nov 3 2025 (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss a legal opinion (5-0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will consider a bid to upgrade the fire alarm panel at Riverview Towers. It will also approve monthly financial and bill items, including checking and reserve accounts for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher payments. Additional items include a tenant appreciation and marketing expenditure approval and a report on the fire alarm and energy system operation.

• Review and approval of fire alarm panel upgrade bid for Riverview Towers
• Approval of tenant appreciation and marketing items expenditure
• Monthly financial report approval
• Monthly bill approvals: Riverview Towers LLC checking account, reserve for replacements, Housing Choice Voucher landlord payments, and administrative costs
• Monthly operation report of the fire alarm and energy system

The Lapeer Housing Commission approved the September meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills. It accepted Johnson Controls' bid for a fire alarm panel upgrade and authorized up to $950 for marketing and tenant appreciation. The commission also elected its officers for the term.

• Approved September 18 minutes (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (4-0)
• Ratified monthly bills as presented (4-0)
• Accepted Johnson Controls fire alarm panel upgrade bid (4-0)
• Authorized $950 marketing/tenant appreciation expenditure (4-0)
• Elected officers: Chair James Mikus, Vice Chair Kerri Roberts, Treasurer Robin Chesnutt, Secretary Lisa Lie, Member Valarie Miller (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission meeting will consider three public hearings: a rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing St. from B‑2 to CBD‑1, a special land use request for Taylor Auto at 1428 Imlay City Rd., and amendments to zoning ordinance articles 13, 15, 16, and 17. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, a Development Activities Report, and training. No site plan reviews are scheduled.

• Rezoning – 4 E. Nepessing St. – change from B‑2 to CBD‑1
• Special Land Use – Taylor Auto – 1428 Imlay City Rd.
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments – Articles 13, 15, 16 & 17
• Development Activities Report (correspondence)
• Public comments

The commission unanimously approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the City Commission approve the rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing Street from B‑2 General Business to CBD‑1 Central Business District. The commission also approved a special land use for a major auto repair shop at 1428 Imlay City Road and recommended adoption of zoning ordinance text amendments to Articles 13, 15, 16, and 17. All motions passed with no dissent.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Commission approve rezoning of 4 E. Nepessing St. from B‑2 to CBD‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Land Use for Major Auto Repair Shop at 1428 Imlay City Rd. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance text amendments to Articles 13, 15, 16, and 17 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and public safety purchases. The body will also discuss a draft ordinance regarding bicycles and electric micromobility devices.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant oxidation tank cleanout with Taplin Enterprises not to exceed $162,770.59
• Demolition of a 125-foot water tower by H2O Towers, LLC not to exceed $97,500
• Purchase of Flock Camera System for $21,900 first year and $18,000 annually
• Repair of a 130-foot sanitary sewer main at Parking Lot #9 for $19,225
• Bill listing approval in the amount of $434,064.89

The Lapeer City Commission approved a $434,064.89 bill listing and adopted a proclamation honoring retiring fire chief Tom Wittke. It approved several infrastructure contracts, including a wastewater pump ($30,372), oxidation ditch cleanup ($162,770.59), and a sewer main repair ($19,225). After an initial failed vote, the commission directed the manager to pursue a demolition contract for the 125‑foot water tower (3‑1 vote). The appointment of Gerald Gaecke to the Downtown Development Authority was also confirmed.

• Approved bill listing $434,064.89 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation honoring Tom Wittke (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater pump and air separator purchase $30,372 (unanimous)
• Approved oxidation ditch sludge removal up to $162,770.59 (unanimous)
• Authorized sewer main repair contract up to $19,225 (unanimous)
• Postponed Flock Camera System project to Nov 17, 2025 (4‑1)
• Directed manager to pursue water tower demolition contract (3‑1)
• Confirmed appointment of Gerald Gaecke to Downtown Development Authority (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss new business items including a sign grant and a liquor license. The board will also review updates on the MMS Strategic Plan and the Pix Mural.

• Sign Assistance Grant for The Flower Basket
• Redevelopment Liquor License for Axecadia
• Board vacancy
• MMS Strategic Plan update
• Pix Mural update

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda and consent items. It granted a $600 sign assistance award to The Flower Basket and recommended the City Commission approve Axecadia’s redevelopment liquor license. The board also recommended the City Commission remove Adam Perry from the DDA and suggested appointing Gerald Gaecke and Brody Campbell as replacements, with a fallback recommendation to appoint Gaecke if Perry is not removed.

• Approved September 24 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including July 23 minutes and Treasurer Report (unanimous)
• Approved $600 Sign Assistance Grant for The Flower Basket at 148 W. Nepessing (unanimous)
• Recommended City Commission approve Axecadia redevelopment liquor license (unanimous)
• Recommended City Commission remove Adam Perry from the DDA (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Gerald Gaecke and Brody Campbell if Perry is removed (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Gerald Gaecke if Perry is not removed (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will meet to approve monthly financial reports and bills. The body is considering updates to the Housing Choice Voucher program for 2026. This includes reviewing utility allowances and payment standards effective December 2, 2025.

• Approval of 2026 Utility Allowances effective 12/2/2025
• Approval of 2026 Payment Standards effective 12/2/2025
• Proposed change to HCV Admin policy to move Payment Standards effective date to 12/2 annually
• Monthly bill approval for Riverview Towers LLC Checking and Reserve accounts
• Monthly operation report of the Riverview Towers fire alarm and energy system

The Lapeer Housing Commission approved the meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills. It also adopted an updated utility allowance schedule, 2026 payment standards for housing vouchers, and a policy change to the HCV administrative handbook. The mandatory NSPIRE inspection model was delayed to February 2027, and the commissioners completed their annual Conflict of Interest forms.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers and voucher payments (5-0)
• Approved updated Utility Allowance Schedule effective Dec 2, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Payment Standards for Lapeer & Genesee counties effective Dec 2, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved updates to HCV Administrative Policy changing effective date to Dec 2 (5-0)
• Delayed mandatory NSPIRE inspection model implementation to Feb 2027 (consensus)
• Completed and submitted annual Conflict of Interest forms (consensus)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on a bill listing totaling $1,374,778.70. It will also consider a resolution to submit a Community Development Block Grant application for seven apartments at 350 N. Court Street. Additional items include a zoning amendment for 606 N. Saginaw, a purchase of a Flock Camera System, and the transfer of four marihuana processor licenses to Kaoud Holdings.

• Approve Bill Listing for $1,374,778.70
• Authorize CDBG application for seven apartments at 350 N. Court St
• Adopt zoning amendment rezoning 606 N. Saginaw (OS‑1) to B‑1 Neighborhood Business
• Approve purchase of Flock Camera System up to $21,900 for year one and $18,000 annually
• Approve transfer of four marihuana processor licenses to Kaoud Holdings at 1330 and 1356 Imlay City Road

The Lapeer City Commission adopted a proclamation for Adult Education and Family Literacy Week and approved the agenda and bill listing. It authorized a $826,000 Michigan State Housing Development Authority grant application to create seven apartments in the Old Opera House. The board also rezoned a property to B‑1 Neighborhood Business and approved several procurement and budget items.

• Approved $826,000 MSHDA grant application for seven apartments (unanimous)
• Rezoned 606 N. Saginaw property to B‑1 Neighborhood Business (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one secondary effluent pump up to $30,885 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one Triton aerator up to $101,196.10 (unanimous)
• Approved Lot #5 Phase Two and FY 25/26 budget amendment up to $100,000 (4‑1)
• Approved transfer of four marihuana processor licenses to Kaoud Holdings, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved MEDC agreement to fund Master Plan and non‑motorized plan updates (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to act on Special Assessment District policy (3‑2)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed text amendments to various sections of the Zoning Ordinance. The body will also consider a site plan extension for Lapeer Cultivation.

• Site plan extension for Lapeer Cultivation at 3164 John Conley Dr.
• Text amendments to various sections of the Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda after removing Item G.1. It approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It scheduled a public hearing for 6:30 p.m. on October 9, 2025 to consider proposed text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Articles 13, 15, 16, and 17.

• Approved agenda (Item G.1 removed) – motion carried; all present commissioners voted aye, no nays
• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes – motion carried; all present commissioners voted aye, no nays
• Scheduled public hearing for Oct 9, 2025 on zoning text amendments – motion carried; all present commissioners voted aye, no nays

City Commission

The City Commission is conducting a workshop to discuss housing supply, choice, and financial incentives. The body will review the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance specifically regarding housing reform. The meeting includes a discussion on development concepts for the E.T. White School property.

• Review of Housing Development Financial Incentives
• Lapeer Planning and Zoning Review: Housing Supply and Choice Memo
• Review of Lapeer Master Plan Housing Element and Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion of Permit Ready Housing Plans via Pattern Book Homes for 21st Century Michigan
• Development concepts for E.T. White School Property including single-family, duplex, and row housing

The Lapeer City Commission voted to excuse Mayor Marquardt and Commissioner Glisman from the special housing workshop. The motion was moved by Commissioner Brady, seconded by Swindell, and passed unanimously with all four present commissioners voting aye. No other actions were taken before the meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

• Excused Mayor Marquardt and Commissioner Glisman from workshop (4-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several items, including a $354,246.40 bill listing and the consent agenda. It will adopt an updated Fair Housing Resolution and a USDA Rural Development grant resolution. The body will set a public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant for the Old Opera House project at 350 N. Court Street and introduce a rezoning of 606 N. Saginaw. Contracts for street reconstruction, a camera system, and an engineering amendment will also be approved.

• Approve contract with Cooper Excavating for First and Second Street reconstruction and water‑main replacement, not to exceed $1,317,172
• Approve purchase of Flock Camera System, not to exceed $21,900 for the first year and $18,000 annually thereafter
• Approve contract amendment with Rowe Engineering, not to exceed $19,100
• Introduce rezoning of 606 N. Saginaw (Parcel #L20-18-700-040-00) from OS-1 Office Service to B-1 Neighborhood Business
• Set public hearing for CDBG funding for the Old Opera House project at 350 N. Court Street

The Lapeer City Commission adopted an updated Fair Housing Resolution and Policy with a 4‑1 vote. It approved a USDA Rural Development Housing Preservation Grant application for $86,250 and awarded water‑main replacement and road reconstruction contracts totaling $1,430,772. The board also set a public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant project, approved Oakdale Trails improvements, postponed the Flock Camera System vote, and confirmed several contract amendments and appointments.

• Adopted Fair Housing Resolution and Policy (4-1)
• Approved USDA Rural Development Housing Preservation Grant application for $86,250 (5-0)
• Awarded water‑main replacement contract to Cooper Excavating ($1,317,172) and engineering contract to MLR Engineering ($113,600) (5-0)
• Set public hearing for CDBG application for Old Opera House project (5-0)
• Approved Oakdale Trails kiddie loop and permanent Beaver Hill/Osprey Loop (5-0)
• Postponed Flock Camera System vote to Sept. 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Rowe Engineering contract amendment up to $19,100 (5-0)
• Reappointed City Manager Mike Womack to Local Development Finance Authority (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority will consider routine agenda items, including approval of the July 23, 2025 minutes and treasurer’s reports. Committee updates from Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, and Events will be presented. Staff will give a Main Street Program update, and the board will review a Main Street Accreditation Self‑Assessment.

• Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2025 regular meeting
• Treasurer’s reports and bill listing
• Updates from Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, and Events committees
• Staff report: Main Street Program update
• New business: Main Street Accreditation Self‑Assessment

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will consider and vote on the monthly financial report and monthly bill approvals for Riverview Towers LLC, including contractor payments, reserve for replacements, and housing choice voucher payments. They will also receive a monthly operation report on the fire alarm and energy system. The commission will review staff reports and Resolution 191-2025 concerning the SEMAP certification for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of monthly bill items (contractor payments, reserve, voucher payments)
• Monthly operation report of fire alarm and energy system
• Resolution 191-2025: LHC SEMAP Submission/Certification FYE 6/30/2025
• Staff reports from Executive Director Denise Soldenski

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting, the monthly financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and the ratification of several monthly bill payments. It also approved Resolution #191-2025, submitting the 2025 SEMAP certification to HUD before the August 29 deadline. All motions carried with yeas from Commissioners Chesnutt, Chayka and Lie and no nays.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report FY ending 6/30/2025 (unanimous)
• Ratified monthly bill payments for Riverview Towers and vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #191-2025 SEMAP submission for FY ending 6/30/2025 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a bill listing totaling $4,968,479.09 and contracts for infrastructure improvements. The body is also discussing design work for a road diet and pedestrian crossing on Genesee Street.

• Bill Listing for August 18, 2025, in the amount of $4,968,479.09
• Wastewater Treatment Plant boiler replacement contract with Johnson & Wood Mechanical Contractor not to exceed $205,540.00
• HVAC maintenance contract with Johnson & Wood not to exceed $4,071.00
• Election storage room construction bid from DH Rentals & Rehabs, LLC not to exceed $5,479.68
• Proposed design work for Genesee St. road diet and pedestrian crossing between M24 and Saginaw Streets

The Lapeer City Commission approved the meeting agenda with an added community‑center pavilion item. It approved several contracts and budget items, including an election storage room, wastewater‑treatment‑plant boiler replacement, and a community‑center pavilion construction. The commission authorized staff to pursue design work for a Genesee Street road diet and pedestrian crossing (vote 4‑1). It also confirmed mayoral appointments to the EDC/TIFA/Brownfield Authority and the Local Development Finance Authority.

• Approved agenda addition G‑3 Community Center Pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing for $4,968,479.09 (unanimous)
• Approved DH Rentals & Rehabs bid for election storage room up to $5,479.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Johnson & Wood Mechanical contract for WWTP boiler replacement up to $205,540.00 and HVAC service up to $4,071.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Timbercrest Construction quote for 20‑ft × 30‑ft community‑center pavilion (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to pursue Genesee St. road diet and pedestrian crossing design work (4‑1)
• Confirmed Mayor’s appointment of Brody Campbell to the EDC/TIFA/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Confirmed Mayor’s re‑appointment of Andrew Harrington to the Local Development Finance Authority (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning a property at 606 N. Saginaw Street from OS‑1 to B‑1. It will also review a site‑plan extension for an urgent design addition at 3123 John Conley Drive and consider text amendments to various sections of the zoning ordinance. No site‑plan reviews are scheduled for this meeting.

• Rezoning – 606 N. Saginaw St. – change from OS‑1 to B‑1 (public hearing)
• Site Plan Extension – Urgent Design Addition – 3123 John Conley Dr.
• Text amendments – various sections of the zoning ordinance
• Correspondence – Development Activities Report
• Site Plan Reviews – none scheduled

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 10 minutes. It then voted to recommend the City Commission approve the rezoning of 606 N. Saginaw St. from OS‑1 to B‑1. Finally, it approved a one‑year site‑plan extension for the Urgent Design Addition at 3123 John Conley Drive.

• Agenda approved (8‑aye, 0‑nay, 1 absent)
• July 10 minutes approved (8‑aye, 0‑nay, 1 absent)
• Recommended rezoning of 606 N. Saginaw St. OS‑1 to B‑1 approved (8‑aye, 0‑nay, 1 absent)
• One‑year site‑plan extension for 3123 John Conley Dr. approved (8‑aye, 0‑nay, 1 absent)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider a consent agenda of three community events and approve a bill listing totaling $1,127,788.70. It will vote on three contracts: a sewer inspection system purchase up to $98,919, a ROWE Professional Services agreement up to $125,250 for the M‑24 Tunnel Connection, and a Trail Sense LLC proposal up to $65,000 for the Oakdale Trail Extension. The agenda also includes approval of a mural project and several routine reports and appointments.

• Approve purchase of Cues C550 Sewer Inspection System (up to $98,919) from MTech Company
• Approve ROWE Professional Services agreement (up to $125,250) for M‑24 Tunnel Connection
• Approve Trail Sense LLC contract (up to $65,000) for Oakdale Trail Extension
• Approve bill listing for $1,127,788.70
• Approve consent agenda for three special community events

The commission approved a $65,000 contract with Trail Sense, LLC for the Oakdale Trail Extension, a $98,919 purchase of a sewer inspection system, and a $125,250 ROWE engineering agreement. Commissioners formed a subcommittee to oversee the mural project artwork using MSHDA funds, after the mural funding request was rejected. They also appointed Joshua Atwood as the city’s voting delegate to the MML Annual Meeting and confirmed the reappointment of Catherine Bostick‑Tullius to the Planning Commission while accepting the resignation of Downtown Development Authority member Ashley Fanson.

• Approved Trail Sense, LLC contract for Oakdale Trail Extension up to $65,000 (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of Cues C550 Sewer Inspection System up to $98,919.00 (5‑0)
• Approved ROWE Professional Services engineering agreement up to $125,250 (5‑0)
• Formed subcommittee for mural artwork oversight (4‑1)
• Rejected mural project funding request (2‑3)
• Approved appointment of Joshua Atwood as MML voting delegate (5‑0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Catherine Bostick‑Tullius to Planning Commission (5‑0)
• Accepted resignation of Ashley Fanson from Downtown Development Authority (5‑0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss a board member resignation and the election of a new Secretary. The body will also review a Main Street Accreditation Self-Assessment and the PIX Theatre Mural.

• Board member resignation
• Election of Secretary
• Main Street Accreditation Self-Assessment
• PIX Theatre Mural

The Downtown Development Authority approved the Pix mural design and voted to proceed with the project using DDA funds if the City Commission does not approve the MSHDA grant. The board also accepted the resignation of member Ashley Fanson and elected Mindy Schwab as DDA Secretary. Both the agenda and consent agenda were approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 a.m.

• Agenda approval (7-0)
• Consent agenda approval (7-0)
• Accepted resignation of Ashley Fanson (7-0)
• Nominated Mindy Schwab as DDA Secretary (7-0)
• Elected Mindy Schwab as DDA Secretary (7-0)
• Supported Pix mural design (7-0)
• Approved proceeding with Pix mural project if grant not approved (7-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure contracts for the Department of Public Works and Wastewater Treatment Plant. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for FY2025/26 and updating bank account signatories.

• Contract with Johnson & Wood Mechanical Contractor for wastewater plant boilers not to exceed $198,900
• Bill listing for July 21, 2025, in the amount of $246,115.89
• Purchase of Cues C550 Sewer Inspection System from MTech Company not to exceed $98,919.00
• Two-year contract with HydroCorp for cross connection services not to exceed $52,093.44
• Fire suppression installation at DPW lean-to structure with D&H Fire Suppression not to exceed $39,446

The Lapeer City Commission approved the FY2025/26 budget amendments with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved several contracts for the wastewater treatment plant, fire suppression, cross‑connection services, toolboxes, and updated city bank and MERS signatories. The bill listing for $246,115.89 was approved, and the sewer camera purchase was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved FY2025/26 budget amendments (4-1)
• Removed Tracey Russell and added Heather Bowman as bank account signatories (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of concrete stairs and installation of steel staircases at the wastewater plant (unanimous)
• Approved contract for two new wastewater plant boilers with Johnson & Wood Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved fire suppression contract for the DPW lean‑to structure (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year HydroCorp cross‑connection services contract (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two toolboxes from Mac Tools for up to $22,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing city officials as MERS contract signatories (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review and approve its monthly financial report and bill items, including contractor payments and reserve allocations for Riverview Towers LLC. It will also receive a monthly operation report on the fire alarm and energy system at Riverview Towers. Staff will present updates on the Housing Choice and Section 8 voucher program and discuss assigning bank‑account access to the Housing Manager. The meeting includes public comments and routine items such as roll call and adjournment.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of monthly bill items for Riverview Towers LLC (contractor payments, reserve, voucher payments)
• Review of Riverview Towers fire alarm and energy system operation report
• Staff report on Housing Choice & Project Based Voucher / Section 8 program
• Discussion on assigning Housing Manager bank‑account access

The Lapeer Housing Commission approved the June 19 meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and the monthly bills. It also adopted two resolutions authorizing Housing Manager Janelle Jackson as an authorized signer for the checking and cash‑sweep accounts of both Lapeer Riverview Towers, LLC and the Lapeer Housing Commission. All motions carried unanimously (3 yeas, 0 nays). No public comments were received.

• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (3-0)
• Approved monthly bills (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution #19-2025 authorizing Janelle Jackson as bank signatory for Lapeer Riverview Towers, LLC (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution #190-2025 authorizing Janelle Jackson as bank signatory for Lapeer Housing Commission (3-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission holds a Goals & Objectives workshop to review the city's 2026‑2031 strategic plan. Commissioners will discuss the proposed goals and objectives and invite public comment. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2026‑2031 Goals & Objectives
• Public comment period

The Lapeer City Commission met on July 14, 2025 at City Hall. Commissioners and the City Manager discussed the ongoing update of the 2021‑2026 goals and objectives, noting a community survey is pending. No votes or formal actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Lapeer Planning Commission will consider a site‑plan extension for the Woodchips mixed‑use building located at 480 West Nepessing Street. Commissioners will also discuss text amendments to various sections of the city's zoning ordinance. No public hearings or additional site‑plan reviews are scheduled for this meeting.

• Site plan extension – Woodchips Mixed‑Use Building – 480 W. Nepessing St.
• Text amendments – various sections of the zoning ordinance
• Development Activities Report (correspondence)

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved a one‑year extension of the site‑plan approval for the Woodchips Mixed‑Use Building at 480 W. Nepessing Street. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved one‑year site‑plan extension for Woodchips Mixed‑Use Building (7-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several items, including a $1,056,139.39 bill listing and a $293,403 property and liability insurance renewal. It will also consider contracts for wastewater plant stair demolition ($18,554) and steel stair installation ($34,610). Additional agenda items include a proclamation for Tracey Russell's retirement, a beer‑tent resolution for the Optimist Club, and approval of a special event for Gramz Cannabis. The meeting will also address board appointments and public comments.

• Approve $293,403 property and liability insurance renewal with Highstreet Insurance & Financial Services
• Approve wastewater treatment plant stair demolition (up to $18,554) and steel stair installation (up to $34,610)
• Approve Bill Listing for July 7, 2025 in the amount of $1,056,139.39
• Adopt Resolution #2025-10 to allow Optimist Club beer tent on Cedar Street north of Nepessing Street Aug 15‑17, 2025
• Approve Gramz Cannabis Grand Opening special event at 10 E. Genesee St. on July 12, 2025

The Lapeer City Commission approved the 2025‑2026 property and liability insurance contract with Highstreet Insurance for $293,403. It also adopted a resolution allowing the Lapeer Optimist Club to operate a beer tent during Lapeer Days and approved the Back to the Bricks, Tune Up event for August 6, 2025. The special event application for Gramz Cannabis was postponed until July 7, 3033. Commissioners reappointed members to the Local Development Finance Authority and appointed a new member to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved agenda for July 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing of $1,056,139.39 (unanimous)
• Approved $293,403 property and liability insurance renewal (unanimous)
• Authorized Optimist Club beer tent at Cedar St. during Lapeer Days (unanimous)
• Approved Back to the Bricks, Tune Up event for Aug 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed Gramz Cannabis Grand Opening application until July 7, 3033 (3‑2)
• Reappointed Gary Phillips and Robert Rowden, Jr. to Local Development Finance Authority (unanimous)
• Appointed Anne Shenck to Zoning Board of Appeals (4‑1)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive treasurer reports, and discuss board member resignations and elections. The agenda includes updates on the Main Street Program, the PIX Theatre Mural, and Placer.AI.

• Approval of June 25, 2025 agenda
• Minutes approval for May 28, 2025
• Treasurer’s Reports / Bill Listing
• Board Member Resignation and Election of Secretary
• Main Street Program Update

The Downtown Development Authority approved selecting Young’s Entertainment to provide DJ services for the Back to the Bricks Tune‑Up event, with a budget of up to $3,500. The board also approved removing the former White Jr. High brownfield reference from the DDA Development Plan. Both motions passed unanimously with all members voting yeas and no nays.

• Approved agenda amendment removing item I-1 (Board Member Resignation) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved consent agenda (approval of May 28 minutes and Treasurer Report) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved amendment to DDA Development Plan removing Brownfield reference for former White Jr. High property – motion carried unanimously
• Approved selection of Young’s Entertainment for DJ services at Back to the Bricks Tune‑Up, cost up to $3,500 – motion carried unanimously

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a planning consultant's request for a use interpretation needed for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to locate at 1022 W. Genesee Street. The meeting also includes routine business such as roll call, approval of minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting, and a period for public comments.

• Public hearing: request for use interpretation for MDHHS at 1022 W. Genesee St.
• Approval of minutes from the April 28, 2025 regular meeting
• Public comments from attendees
• Roll call of board members
• Board training session

The board approved the minutes of the April 28 meeting and amended the agenda to add a board vacancy item. It voted to classify the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services location at 1022 W. Genesee Street as an office building for administrative occupations. The board also recommended that the City Commission appoint Anne Shenck to fill the board vacancy.

• Approved April 28 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Amended agenda to add Board Vacancy item (4-0)
• Approved use determination for MDHHS site as office building (4-0)
• Recommended appointment of Anne Shenck to the Zoning Board (4-0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will review monthly financial reports and bill approvals. The body is deciding on the operating and capital budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Members will also consider resolutions regarding debt write-offs and the disposition of items.

• Resolution #18-2025: LRT Operating/Capital Budget FY 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
• Resolution #188-2025: LHC Budget FY 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
• Resolution #189-2025: PHA Board Resolution Approving Operating Budget
• Resolution #17-2025: Debt Write Off for FYE 6/30/2025
• Resolution #16-2025: Disposition of Disposed Items for FYE 6/30/2025

The commission approved the minutes from the May 15 meeting, amended the agenda, and accepted the monthly financial report and bills. It authorized payment for Superior carport fascia work, approved the disposal of obsolete furniture, and wrote off a $50 tenant debt. The FY 2025‑26 operating and capital budgets for both Riverview Towers and the Housing Commission were adopted, and the housing manager was added as a bank signatory.

• Approved May 15 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Amended agenda to add items E.5, H.1.b.1, H.C.2 (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (4-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers and vouchers (4-0)
• Authorized payment to Superior for carport fascia work (4-0)
• Approved disposition of obsolete furniture (Resolution #16‑2025) (4-0)
• Approved $50 debt write‑off for unit #211 (Resolution #17‑2025) (4-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 operating and capital budgets for LRT and LHC (4-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several contracts and approvals, including the purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles. The agenda also includes a renewal of the Downtown Development Authority's 10‑year TIF plan, a Pine Street reconstruction contract with MDOT, and a solid‑waste collection license renewal. Additional items cover a community‑center boiler replacement and a power entrance gate for the wastewater treatment plant.

• Approve purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles at $53,664 each
• Adopt MDOT contract #25‑5284 for Pine Street Reconstruction
• Approve MDOT contract #25‑5280 for the M‑24 Tunnel Connection Project
• Approve community‑center boiler replacement services up to $35,200
• Approve 2025‑2026 solid‑waste collection licenses for Tri County Refuse, Rick Rhein Disposal, and GFL Environmental

Commission approved the agenda and minutes for the June 16 meeting. It renewed the Downtown Development Authority’s 10‑Year Development and TIF Plan, striking paragraph 4. The board adopted MDOT contracts for Pine Street reconstruction and the M‑24 Tunnel Connection, authorizing city officials to sign. Several capital purchases were approved, including two police Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles and a community‑center boiler‑replacement contract.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie, Swindell; Nays: none)
• Approved renewal of Downtown Development Authority 10‑Year Development and TIF Plan, with strike‑out of paragraph 4 (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie, Swindell; Nays: none)
• Adopted MDOT Contract #25‑5284 for Pine Street Reconstruction, authorizing City Manager Mike Womack and Director of Public Works Ross Slusher to sign (Ayes: Glisman, Petrie, Swindell, Atwood, Brady; Nays: none)
• Adopted MDOT Contract #25‑5280 for M‑24 Tunnel Connection Project, authorizing City Manager Mike Womack and Director Rodney Church to sign (Ayes: Swindell, Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie; Nays: none)
• Approved purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles at $53,664 each (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie, Swindell; Nays: none)
• Approved professional services for Community Center boiler replacement up to $35,200, authorizing Director of Parks and Recreation Services to sign (Ayes: Petrie, Swindell, Atwood, Brady, Glisman; Nays: none)
• Reappointed Kerri Roberts to Lapeer Housing Commission (term to Aug 1, 2030) (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie, Swindell; Nays: none)
• Accepted resignation of Kenneth Parker from Local Officers Compensation Commission & Zoning Board of Appeals, declaring seats vacant (Ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Petrie, Swindell; Nays: none)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a site plan review for Telco Hut / 123NET. The body will also address a special land use request for a drive-through and review a building exterior material and color guide.

• Site plan review: Telco Hut / 123NET on Davison Rd.
• Special Land Use: Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services drive-through at 1022 W. Genesee St.
• Review of Building Exterior Material/Color Guide

The commission approved its agenda and the May 8 meeting minutes. It then approved the Telco Hut/123NET site plan for a 200‑sq‑ft communication shelter on Davison Road, contingent on compliance items. Finally, it approved the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services drive‑through special land use at 1022 W. Genesee Street.

• Approved agenda (9‑0)
• Approved May 8 minutes (9‑0)
• Approved Telco Hut/123NET site plan, contingent on compliance (9‑0)
• Approved MDHHS drive‑through special land use (8‑0, 1 absent)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission and four other city boards are holding a joint meeting. The session focuses on training and presentations regarding community events and partnerships.

• Presentation and discussion on proposed Lilac Festival by Linda Glisman
• Presentation and discussion on community partnerships by Stefan Brady
• Panel discussion on Board Concerns

The City Commission moved to excuse Mayor Marquardt from the joint meeting. The motion, moved by Commissioner Swindell and seconded by Commissioner Brady, was approved with all four voting members in favor and none against. No other actions or approvals were taken during the session.

• Excused Mayor Marquardt from meeting (ayes: Atwood, Brady, Glisman, Swindell; nays: none)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a bill listing and budget amendments for FY2024/25. The body will also consider a letter of intent to apply for the Mi Neighborhood CDBG program. Discussions include a Special Assessment District (SAD) policy and City Manager contract modifications.

• Bill Listing for June 2, 2025, in the amount of $257,577.29
• Budget Amendments FY2024/25
• Letter of Intent for Mi Neighborhood CDBG program
• Special Assessment District (SAD) Policy
• City Manager Contract Modifications

The Lapeer City Commission approved the FY2024/25 budget amendments and a bill listing of $257,577.29. It also approved a letter of intent for the Michigan Neighborhood CDBG program, accepted the cupola placement on the northern traffic island of Demille Boulevard, and amended two sections of the City Manager’s employment contract. Finally, the commission accepted the resignation of a Local Development Finance Authority member.

• Approved FY2024/25 budget amendments (4-0)
• Approved bill listing of $257,577.29 (4-0)
• Approved letter of intent for MI Neighborhood CDBG program (4-0)
• Accepted cupola placement on Demille Blvd traffic island (5-0)
• Amended City Manager contract Section 1 – At‑Will employment (4-0)
• Amended City Manager contract Section 3 – moving expense reimbursement (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Denis McCarthy from Local Development Finance Authority (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority board will receive updates from the Executive Committee, several sub‑committees and staff on the Main Street program. New business includes discussion of the MDA Summer Conference, and old business includes the PIX Theatre mural. The meeting also includes public comments and routine agenda approvals.

• Development Plan Renewal Update (Executive Committee)
• Main Street Program Update (Staff Report)
• MDA Summer Conference (New Business)
• PIX Theatre Mural (Old Business)
• Reports from Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, and Events committees

The Downtown Development Authority approved its meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It also approved a $1,200 expenditure to send three staff members to the Main Street Summer Workshop in Coldwater. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes and treasurer report (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $1,200 expenditure for Main Street Summer Workshop attendance (8 yeas, 0 nays)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will hold a public hearing and adopt the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget Resolution, including the first year of the Capital Improvement Program through FY 2030‑2031. They will also adopt the 2025 City Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2025, and the 2025‑26 Downtown Development Authority Operating Budget. Additional actions include approval of the consent agenda for summer events and adoption of a proclamation honoring Sergeant Charles Bonesteel. The commission will approve a demolition proposal for 18 E. Nepessing with a cost limit of $21,207.70.

• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 Budget and first year of Capital Improvement Program (public hearing)
• Adopt 2025 City Fee Schedule, effective July 1, 2025
• Approve demolition proposal for 18 E. Nepessing, not to exceed $21,207.70
• Adopt 2025‑26 Downtown Development Authority Operating Budget
• Approve consent agenda for DDA Summer Concert Series, Porchfest, Sidewalk Sale, and Optimist Club event

The Lapeer City Commission adopted the FY2025‑2026 budget resolution, approving a $3,601,000 tax levy. Several other items were approved, including the city fee schedule, downtown development authority budget, and a demolition plan for 18 E. Nepessing. A public hearing was set for the DDA Development/TIF Plan renewal and a closed session was held for the City Manager’s annual evaluation.

• Adopt FY2025‑2026 Budget Resolution (4-1)
• Adopt City fee schedule (unanimous)
• Adopt 2025‑26 Downtown Development Authority operating budget (unanimous)
• Adopt component unit budgets and 2024‑25 amendments (3-2)
• Add delinquent 2017 special assessments to 2025 Summer Tax Roll (unanimous)
• Approve engineering for demolition at 18 E. Nepessing up to $21,207.70 (4-1)
• Set public hearing for DDA Development/TIF Plan renewal on June 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Enter closed session for City Manager annual evaluation (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve the monthly financial report and the monthly bill items for Riverview Towers, including contractor payments and voucher payments. It will consider a rent increase for Riverview Towers effective September 1, 2025 and approve funding for parking lot repairs. The commission will also update the Asset Passbook rate to 0.45% effective July 1 and discuss Violence Against Women Act updates.

• Approve rent increase for Riverview Towers effective Sept. 1, 2025
• Approve cost for parking lot repairs at Riverview Towers
• Approve monthly financial report and monthly bill items for Riverview Towers
• Update Asset Passbook rate to 0.45% for transactions effective July 1
• Review Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) updates for LHC and LRT

The Lapeer Housing Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting and several financial and policy items. It approved raising the Riverview Towers rent from $710 to $741 per month effective September 1, 2025. It also approved a $3,600 bid for parking‑lot repairs and updates to VAWA policy, the asset passbook rate, and fair‑housing policies. All motions carried with yeas from Roberts, Chesnutt, and Chayka and no nays.

• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers and related payments (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Increased Riverview Towers rent to $741/month effective Sept 1, 2025 (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Accepted Bennett Asphalt Paving bid $3,600 for parking lot repairs (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Approved updates to Violence Against Women Act administrative policy (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Updated Asset Passbook Rate to 0.45% for HCV and PBV programs (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)
• Updated LHC Administrative Policies and HCV Administrative Plan to comply with HUD Executive Order #14168 (yeas: Roberts, Chesnutt, Chayka; nays: none)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special land use request for a drive-through at 1022 W. Genesee St. The body will also review a site plan for the same location and discuss overhead doors for E & L Towing.

• Public hearing: Special Land Use for Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services drive-through at 1022 W. Genesee St.
• Site plan review: Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services at 1022 W. Genesee St.
• Discussion: E & L Towing overhead doors at 920 DeMille
• Review of Building Exterior Material/Color Guide

The commission tabled the MDHHS drive‑through special land use request pending more information. It then approved the MDHHS site plan for 1022 W. Genesee St. with conditions requiring Zoning Board approval, special land‑use approval for the drive‑through design, and resolution of outstanding compliance items. The commission also approved the E&L Towing addition site plan with overhead doors, subject to meeting staff comments.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes approved (unanimous)
• Tabled MDHHS drive‑through special land use (10‑0)
• Approved MDHHS site plan with conditions (6‑3)
• Approved E&L Towing addition site plan with overhead doors (7‑2)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the Bill Listing for May 5, 2025 in the amount of $218,808.17. Commissioners will also consider a consent agenda item transferring the boundary at 1068 S. Main St. and adjacent vacant land. A motion will be made to set a public hearing on May 19, 2025 to discuss the FY 2025‑2026 budget, fee schedule, and the first year of the proposed 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan. The commission will approve the 2025 fireworks permit application submitted by Ace Pyro.

• Bill Listing approval – $218,808.17
• Boundary Transfer – 1068 S. Main St. & vacant land S. Main St.
• Set public hearing for FY 2025‑2026 budget, fee schedule, and 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (May 19, 2025)
• Approve 2025 fireworks permit for Ace Pyro
• Appointments to boards and commissions (unfinished business)

The Lapeer City Commission unanimously approved the agenda, a consent agenda that included a boundary transfer at 1068 S. Main St., and a bill listing for $218,808.17. It also set a public hearing for May 19 on the FY2025‑2026 budget and the first year of the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan, approved a fireworks permit for Ace Pyro, and appointed Bryan Cloutier to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda – Boundary Transfer at 1068 S. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing of $218,808.17 (unanimous)
• Approved setting a public hearing on May 19 for FY2025‑2026 budget and 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 fireworks permit for Ace Pyro (unanimous)
• Appointed Bryan Cloutier to Zoning Board of Appeals, term to expire April 1, 2028 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lapeer Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from AMM Lapeer LLC on behalf of Aspen Dental for building setback, parking setbacks, and landscape buffers at 936 S. Main Street and 947 Baldwin Road. The board will also address a board vacancy, elect a Vice Chair, and discuss joint meeting topics. Additional items include routine correspondence and a training report.

• Public hearing on variances for Aspen Dental at 936 S. Main St. & 947 Baldwin Rd
• Board vacancy
• Election of Vice Chair
• Joint meeting topics
• Training report

The Lapeer Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for Aspen Dental at 936 S. Main and 947 Baldwin, allowing reduced front‑yard setbacks, parking lot setbacks, and a landscaping buffer. The board also recommended Bryan Cloutier for appointment to the board and elected Lynne McCarthy as Vice Chair. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved front‑yard, parking‑lot and landscaping buffer variances for Aspen Dental (5-0)
• Recommended City Commission appoint Bryan Cloutier to the Zoning Board (5-0)
• Elected Lynne McCarthy as Vice Chair of the Zoning Board (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 22, 2024 ZBA meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for a budget workshop. The body will discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget and the Fee Schedule.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Fee Schedule

The commission voted on several FY 2025‑2026 budget items. The 10‑Year Road Study was approved unanimously, while the Community Center/City Hall Study was rejected. New positions for Parks & Recreation, Fire Department, and Housing Department were approved. Additional projects including demolition at 18 E. Nepessing and street reconstructions were also approved.

• Community Center/City Hall Study $30,000 – failed (1-4)
• 10 Year Road Study $30,000 – approved (5-0)
• Parks & Recreation new position – approved (3-2)
• Fire Department new position – approved (4-1)
• Housing Department new position – approved (5-0)
• 18 E. Nepessing demolition – approved (5-0)
• First Street Reconstruction – approved (5-0)
• Second Street Reconstruction – approved (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority board will hold a public hearing to set a date for renewing its Development Plan. It will consider a line of credit for Lapeer Main Street Inc. and discuss eligible uses for the loan. Additional items include updates on the PIX Theatre mural, the Main Street Vibrancy Grant, and a summer conference.

• Development Plan Renewal public hearing date
• Lapeer Main Street Inc. line of credit
• Eligible uses for Main Street Inc. loan
• PIX Theatre mural
• Lapeer Main Street Vibrancy Grant

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It scheduled a public hearing for the 2024‑2034 Development Plan on May 28, 2025. The board authorized a request to increase the Business Improvement Loan line of credit and decided not to partner with LUTAR on tote‑bag promotion. Additional motions to convene a Lapeer Main Street, Inc. meeting and to reconvene the DDA meeting were also carried.

• Agenda approved (unanimous 10‑0)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous 10‑0)
• Public hearing for 2024‑2034 Development Plan scheduled for May 28, 2025 (unanimous 10‑0)
• Requested increase of Business Improvement Loan line of credit or explore other funding (unanimous 10‑0)
• Board declined partnership with LUTAR on tote‑bag promotion (consensus)
• Convene to Lapeer Main Street, Inc. meeting (unanimous 10‑0)
• Adjourned DDA meeting and reconvened (unanimous 10‑0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve monthly bills, a financial report, and ratify a property and liability insurance selection. The agenda also includes a public comment period and staff reports on Riverview Towers and the Housing Choice Voucher program.

• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher programs
• Ratification of LHC/LRT Property & Liability Insurance Selection & Payment Approval
• Approval of 2025 HUD Income Limits
• Monthly operation report for fire alarm and energy systems at Riverview Towers
• Public comments period

The commission approved the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting and added a new agenda item for the Rental Assistance Demonstration close‑out resolution. It ratified the monthly financial report, monthly bill payments, switched property‑liability insurance to HAI, and approved the 2025 HUD income limits. The board adopted Resolution #187‑2025, requesting HUD to close out the Public Housing Annual Contributions Contract, with all three commissioners voting yes. The commission also decided not to enroll in autopay for Granite phone line bills and adjourned at 10:24 a.m.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Added agenda item H.1.c.3 Rental Assistance Demonstration Close‑Out Resolution #187‑2025 (3-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (3-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC and vouchers (3-0)
• Ratified switch to HAI insurance carrier effective April 15, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved 2025 HUD Income Limits for HCV/PBV (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution #187‑2025 to close out Public Housing ACC (3-0)
• Decided not to enroll in autopay for Granite phone line bills (consensus)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider and vote on the agenda, including a bill listing totaling $412,546.85. They will adopt the 2025 Arbor Day Proclamation and a resolution for the 2025 Michigan State Housing Development Authority CDBG rehab grant application. The commission will also discuss a special assessment district and enter a closed session to review a legal opinion from the City Attorney.

• Approve Bill Listing for $412,546.85
• Approve Consent Agenda for multiple special events (Hunger Awareness Week, Flint River Clean Up, Teen Scavenger Hunt, Heart Warrior 5K, Kiwanis 5K)
• Adopt 2025 Arbor Day Proclamation
• Adopt resolution for 2025 MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG Rehab Grant application
• Enter closed session to discuss City Attorney legal opinion (exempt from disclosure)

The Lapeer City Commission approved the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda unanimously. It adopted a $412,546.85 bill listing and the 2025 Arbor Day proclamation. Commissioners authorized a $200,000 grant application to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, with one abstention. The commission also set a joint meeting for June 11, 2025, and confirmed two appointments to the Park Board and Downtown Development Authority Citizens District Council.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing for $412,546.85 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Arbor Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Authorized $200,000 MSHDA grant application (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Set joint meeting for June 11, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Dedrik Krogh to Park Board (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for a budget workshop. The body will discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget and the Fee Schedule.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Fee Schedule

The Lapeer City Commission approved the meeting agenda with added items. It approved a commitment to purchase a Vactor 2100i from McQueen Group under CIP Project #22968. The commission decided to hold a Yes/No vote at the next budget meeting on the Civic Center Expansion/City Hall Study to determine its funding priority. The meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Vactor 2100i purchase from McQueen Group (5-0)
• Scheduled Yes/No vote on Civic Center Expansion/City Hall Study at next budget meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a special land use request for Tri-City Hot Dogs. The body will also review site plans for Aspen Dental and a property on W. Genesee. Additionally, the commission will discuss the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program and proposed text amendments.

• Public hearing: Special Land Use for Tri-City Hot Dogs at 1500 Summit St.
• Site plan review: Aspen Dental at 936 S. Main St. / 947 Baldwin Rd.
• Preliminary site plan review: 1022 W. Genesee
• Review of Building Exterior Material/Color Guide
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Program 2026-2031

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the March 13 minutes. It approved a special land use for Tri‑City Hot Dogs at 1500 Summit St. and the site plan for Aspen Dental at 936 S. Main/947 Baldwin Rd. The FY 2025/26‑2030/31 Capital Improvement Program was adopted, moving the Community Center/City Hall construction portion to FY 2030‑31. The MDHHS site plan at 1022 W. Genesee was postponed to the May 8 meeting.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 13 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Tri‑City Hot Dogs special land use at 1500 Summit St. (6-0)
• Approved Aspen Dental site plan at 936 S. Main/947 Baldwin Rd. (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2025/26‑2030/31 Capital Improvement Program with reallocation to FY 2030‑31 (6-0)
• Postponed MDHHS 1022 W. Genesee site plan and special land use hearing to May 8 (no vote recorded)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on several items, including a bill listing totaling $293,781.55 and a range of special event approvals. It will adopt a Fair Housing Resolution and approve nine downtown right‑of‑way licenses. The board will also authorize a grounds‑maintenance agreement for DeMille Blvd./Oakdale and Mt. Hope Cemetery and a contract for a road‑diet and pedestrian crossing study on Genesee Street.

• Approve DeMille Blvd./Oakdale Grounds and Mt. Hope Cemetery mowing agreement with Green Meadows Landscape, Inc., not to exceed $12,500 annually for DeMille Blvd./Oakdale and $32,750 annually for Mt. Hope Cemetery
• Approve contract with Rowe Professional Services for Genesee Street road‑diet study ($5,800) and pedestrian crossing study ($2,900)
• Approve the Bill Listing for April 7 in the amount of $293,781.55
• Approve nine Downtown Right‑of‑Way Licenses
• Approve multiple special events on the consent agenda, such as the Lapeer Car Cruise and the Food Truck Fest

The Commission approved resolutions requesting Michigan Department of Transportation Local Bridge Program funding for preventative maintenance on the Nepessing, Fox, and Oregon Street bridges. It also approved a $293,781.55 bill listing, nine downtown right‑of‑way licenses, and contracts for a pedestrian crossing study ($2,900) and a road‑diet study ($5,800). Fixed‑asset disposal of two police vehicles and a grounds‑maintenance agreement for DeMille Blvd./Oakdale Grounds and Mt. Hope Cemetery were approved as well.

• Agenda approved with removal of item C‑8 (unanimous)
• MDOT bridge funding resolutions adopted for Nepessing, Fox, and Oregon Street bridges (unanimous)
• Bill listing approved for $293,781.55 (unanimous)
• Nine downtown right‑of‑way licenses approved (unanimous)
• Grounds‑maintenance agreement approved (up to $12,500 for DeMille Blvd./Oakdale and $32,750 for Mt. Hope Cemetery) (unanimous)
• Pedestrian crossing and road‑diet study contracts approved ($2,900 and $5,800) (unanimous)
• Fixed‑asset disposal of 2020 and 2014 Ford police vehicles approved (unanimous)
• Appointments confirmed for Cemetery Board, DDA Citizens District Council, and Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lapeer Downtown Development Authority will convene to approve minutes, review committee reports, and discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget and Main Street Program updates.

• Approval of February 26, 2025 minutes
• FY 2025-2026 DDA Budget review
• Main Street Program Update
• Main Street Vibrancy grant discussion
• DDA Clock Repair

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda, consent agenda, the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget, and a $860 expense to repair the downtown clock. All motions carried with unanimous yeas and no nays. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda with added old‑business items (9‑0)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes and treasurer report (9‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 DDA operating budget (9‑0)
• Approved $860 expense for downtown clock motor replacement (9‑0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve monthly bills for Riverview Towers and Housing Choice Voucher programs, approve a new HCV administrative plan, and vote on a 5-year Public Housing Authority plan for HUD submission.

• Approval of monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC and Housing Choice Voucher programs
• Approval for use of Nan McKay version of HCV Admin Plan effective 3/20/25
• Public Hearing & possible Final board approval for 5 Year & Annual PHA Plans FY 7/1/2025 – 7/1/2029
• Approval for LHC/LRT Property & Liability Insurance Agency Selection & Payment
• Decision for April meeting date for reschedule or cancellation of meeting

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider a bill listing totaling $1,015,083.06 and a grant application for housing rehab. The body is also deciding on contracts for sidewalk reconstruction and HVAC replacements.

• Bill listing for March 17, 2025, in the amount of $1,015,083.06
• Public hearing for 2025 MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG Rehab Grant application
• Contract with Greenleaf Masonry and Concrete, Inc. for Nepessing Street sidewalk and curb reconstruction not to exceed $45,172.50
• Contract with Warren Systems for two rooftop HVAC units at the Public Safety Building not to exceed $26,356.84
• DNR Grant Resolution for the Kiwanis Club of Lapeer Inclusive Playground

The Lapeer City Commission approved a resolution to apply for a $200,000 MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG grant to rehabilitate at least five owner-occupied homes for low- and moderate-income households. The commission also approved contracts for sidewalk and curb reconstruction on Nepessing Street and HVAC replacement at the Public Safety Building, along with a $1,015,083.06 bill listing. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $200K CDBG grant application for home rehab (5-0)
• Approved $1,015,083.06 bill listing (5-0)
• Approved $45,172.50 sidewalk/curb contract with Greenleaf Masonry (5-0)
• Approved $26,356.84 HVAC contract with Warren Systems (5-0)
• Approved Kiwanis DNR grant resolution for inclusive playground (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda for three special events (5-0)
• Confirmed Dianne Nordberg's reappointment to Park Board (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Land Use request for a telco hut. The body will also discuss parking and use for 1022 W. Genesee and review proposed text amendments and a building exterior material/color guide.

• Public hearing: Special Land Use for Telco Hut at Davison Rd. (Parcel #L21-18-180-001-00)
• Discussion on use and parking for 1022 W. Genesee
• Review of proposed text amendments
• Review of Building Exterior Material/Color Guide

The Lapeer Planning Commission approved a special land use request from Telco Hut and 123Net for a telecommunications shelter on vacant Davison Road property, subject to site plan approval and conditions on screening and noise. The commission also tabled discussion on a zoning permit for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services at 1022 W. Genesee St. to gather more information, and approved a requirement that all future special land use applications include a site plan.

• Approved Telco Hut/123Net special land use for telecommunications shelter on Davison Rd. (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on 1022 W. Genesee use/parking for MDHHS zoning permit (8-0)
• Approved requirement for site plan with all future special land use applications (8-0)
• Approved agenda for March 13, 2025 meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of February 13, 2025 meeting (8-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on routine items including minutes, a special event permit, and a bill listing. They will also consider setting a public hearing for a 2025 MSHDA rehab grant application, approving a property lease with Grand Trunk Western Railroad, and approving a military flyover for Friday Night Bikes. The agenda includes reports and appointments.

• Bill listing approval for $2,256,367.31
• Set public hearing for 2025 MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG Rehab Grant application
• Property lease agreement with Grand Trunk Western Railroad Company
• Military aircraft flyover for Friday Night Bikes event on June 6, 2025
• Special event permit for Historic Farmers Market of Lapeer, May 10-October 25, 2025

The City Commission approved a design engineering contract for First and Second Street reconstruction and water main replacement. Other actions included approving a $2.2M bill listing and a property lease with Grand Trunk Western Railroad Company.

• Approved MLR Engineering contract for First and Second Street reconstruction and water main replacement, not to exceed $99,500 (4-1)
• Approved bill listing in the amount of $2,256,367.31
• Approved property lease agreement with Grand Trunk Western Railroad Company
• Recommended public hearing for March 17, 2025, regarding MSHDA MI-Neighborhood CDBG Rehab Grant application
• Approved Historic Farmers Market of Lapeer special event for May 10 through October 25, 2025
• Approved military aircraft flyover for Friday Night Bikes event on June 6, 2025
• Confirmed appointment of Adam Perry to the Downtown Development Authority through January 1, 2029
• Confirmed appointment of Debbie Marquardt to the Park Board through April 1, 2028

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review and vote on the 2024-25 Budget Amendment #1. Committee reports from Outreach, Business Development, Placemaking, and Events will be presented. Staff will give an update on the Main Street Program, and new business items include DDA events, the Main Street Scorecard, an annual Letter of Commitment, and committee assignments.

• 2024-25 Budget Amendment #1 (Consent agenda)
• Main Street Program Update (Staff report)
• Annual Letter of Commitment (New business)
• DDA Events (New business)
• Main Street Scorecard (New business)

The Downtown Development Authority approved the 2025 DDA events list and recommended Adam Perry for appointment to the board. The consent agenda, including minutes, treasurer report, and budget amendment, was also approved. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved 2025 DDA events as proposed (unanimous)
• Recommended Adam Perry for DDA board appointment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Jan 22 minutes, treasurer report, and 2024-25 Budget Amendment #1 (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve its monthly financial report and bill items, including contractor payments and voucher expenses for Riverview Towers. Staff will recommend policy changes such as income exclusions under HOTMA 102/104 effective July 1, 2025 and lowering the EBLL threshold to 3.5 µg/dL. The commission will also consider Resolution 186-2025 to complete the RAD close-out of the ACC and authorize the Executive Director’s signature on an insurance agency agreement.

• Approval of the monthly financial report
• Approval of monthly bill items for Riverview Towers LLC (contractor payments, reserve, voucher payments)
• Approval of income exclusions per HOTMA 102/104, effective 7/1/25
• Approval of reduction of EBLL threshold to 3.5 µg/dL
• Resolution 186-2025 to complete RAD close-out of ACC

The Lapeer Housing Commission approved Resolution #186-2025 to close out the HUD Public Housing Annual Contributions Contract following the 2016 RAD conversion. The board also approved updates to the LHC/HCV Administrative Policy for HOTMA income exclusions and the HUD lead-based paint threshold, plus the Decker Agency insurance agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes of January 16, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report as presented (5-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC, Reserve for Replacements, Housing Choice Voucher payments, and contractor payments (5-0)
• Approved HOTMA income exclusions in LHC/HCV Administrative Policy effective Feb 20, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved updated Lead Based Paint Elevated Blood Lead Level threshold in LHC/HCV Administrative Policy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #186-2025 for RAD Close-Out of Public Housing Annual Contributions Contract (5-0)
• Approved Agency Agreement with Decker Agency for insurance (5-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the February 18, 2025 bill listing totaling $2,015,936.00 and consider several administrative reports, including contracts for design engineering for the First and Second Street reconstruction, milling and resurfacing of Nepessing Street, and site design for the Cramton Park tennis and pickleball courts. The agenda also includes a consent agenda item for a secondhand dealer and pawnbroker license, and discussions on topics such as the Spring Expo, budget workshop dates, and housing tax increment financing.

• Bill listing approval for $2,015,936.00
• MLR Engineering contract for Cramton Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts site design, not to exceed $21,500
• MLR Engineering contract for First Street and Second Street reconstruction and water main replacement design, not to exceed $99,500
• ACE-Saginaw Paving Company contract for Nepessing Street (M-24 to Mason St.) mill and overlay, not to exceed $124,000
• Secondhand Dealer License & Pawnbroker License for Cash For All Pawn at 773 East St.

The City Commission approved a bill listing totaling $2,015,936.00 and a contract for the milling and resurfacing of Nepessing Street. The board also authorized site design for tennis and pickleball courts at Cramton Park and directed the demolition of 18 E Nepessing.

• Approved bill listing for $2,015,936.00
• Approved contract with ACE-Saginaw Paving Company for Nepessing Street resurfacing up to $124,000 (4-1)
• Approved MLR Engineering proposal for Cramton Park tennis and pickleball courts up to $21,500 (4-1)
• Denied artwork design for DeMille Pathway Artwork Project (2-3)
• Directed City Manager to proceed with demolition of 18 E Nepessing
• Confirmed re-appointment of Jannice Ferdon to EDC/TIFA/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• Reappointed Jeremy Howe and Mike Vogt to Prison Liaison Committee
• Approved Secondhand Dealer and Pawnbroker License for Cash for All Pawn

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a site plan for Midstate Well Drillers at 1313 Imlay City Road. Commissioners will also consider the annual report and review the Building Exterior Material/Color Guide. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, minutes, public comments, and correspondence.

• Site plan review – Midstate Well Drillers, 1313 Imlay City Rd.
• Annual Report
• Building Exterior Material/Color Guide Review

The Lapeer Planning Commission approved a site plan and a window area waiver for Midstate Well Drillers to construct a 2,800 sq. ft. commercial building at 1313 Imlay City Road. The approval includes conditions such as addressing outstanding city department comments, repairing paved surfaces and sidewalks, and removing a notation about vehicle sales from the site plan. The commission also accepted its 2024 annual report for distribution to the City Commission and discussed, but did not vote on, proposed amendments to building appearance regulations.

• Approved window area waiver for Midstate Well Drillers building (8-0)
• Approved site plan for Midstate Well Drillers commercial building with conditions (8-0)
• Accepted 2024 annual report for distribution to City Commission (8-0)
• Approved agenda for February 13, 2025 meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of December 12, 2024 meeting (8-0)

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will vote on the consent agenda, approve a bill listing totaling $1,457,663.46, and authorize a contract with ROWE Professional Services to provide planning and zoning review services for up to $110,000. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comments, appointments to boards and commissions, and a report from the Downtown Development Authority.

• Approve Secondhand Dealer License for ecoATM LLC at 555 E. Genesee St.
• Approve Bill Listing for February 3, 2025 – $1,457,663.46
• Approve ROWE Professional Services 2025 contract – up to $110,000 for planning and zoning review
• Appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Downtown Development Authority communication

The Lapeer City Commission approved a 2025 contract with ROWE Professional Services for planning and zoning review services, not to exceed $110,000. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including a secondhand dealer license for ecoATM, and a bill listing of $1,457,663.46. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved ROWE Professional Services 2025 contract for planning and zoning review services, not to exceed $110,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including secondhand dealer license for ecoATM, LLC at 555 E. Genesee St. (unanimous)
• Approved bill listing for February 3, 2025 in the amount of $1,457,663.46 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for February 3, 2025 as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 regular meeting as presented (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission holds a special meeting to discuss the 2025-2026 budget and capital improvement projects, the City of Lapeer Special Assessment Policy including a draft roll for Andrews River, and updates to the 2021-2026 Goals and Objectives. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion on 25-26 budget and capital improvement projects with department head memos on goals and accomplishments
• Discussion on City of Lapeer Special Assessment Policy with a draft Andrews River Preliminary Special Assessment Roll
• Discussion on updating the 2021-2026 Goals and Objectives

The City Commission established a subcommittee to create a new Special Assessment Policy. Members also discussed 2025-2026 budget requests from various city departments and agreed to develop a plan for a public survey and forum regarding city goals and objectives.

• Formed subcommittee of Commissioners Brady and Petrie to develop new Special Assessment Policy
• Reached consensus to develop a plan for a public survey and forum for Goals & Objectives input

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider an addendum to the executive director's employment agreement and elect officers for the coming year. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and an audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Committee updates and a Main Street program report are scheduled.

• Executive Director Employment Agreement Addendum
• Election of Officers
• Audit Report – Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024
• Main Street Program Update
• Board Retreat discussion

The Downtown Development Authority approved a compensation increase for Executive Director Jim Alt and re-elected its current slate of officers. The board also approved attendance for the Main Street NOW Conference and adopted the FY2024 audit report.

• Approved increasing Executive Director Jim Alt's annual compensation to $58,656 effective Feb 1, 2025
• Re-elected Bostick-Tullius (Chair), Roodvoets (Vice Chair), Gillingham (Treasurer), and Fanson (Secretary)
• Approved Executive Director and one board member to attend Main Street NOW Conference in Philadelphia
• Approved FY2024 Audit Report, Annual Financial Report, Treasurer Report, and Nov 26, 2024 minutes
• Approved the meeting agenda

City Commission

The Lapeer City Commission will consider approving a second addendum to the Downtown Development Authority Executive Director's employment contract, effective February 1, 2025. They will also vote on a consent agenda including a special event permit for the East Lapeer Farmers Market, a farmland lease agreement, and a secondhand dealer license. A bill listing totaling $2,308,524.64 is up for approval. The meeting includes a public comment period and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Downtown Development Authority Executive Director Employment Contract Second Addendum, effective February 1, 2025
• Bill listing for January 21, 2025, in the amount of $2,308,524.64
• Special event: East Lapeer Farmers Market, May 1 – October 31, 2025, Saturdays, at TSC - 1203 Imlay City Rd
• 2025 Farmland Lease Agreement with Terry Jostock
• Secondhand Dealer License and Pawnbroker License for Lapeer Gold and Loan

The City Commission approved a bill listing totaling $2,308,524.64 and authorized the Friday Night Bikes special event. The board also confirmed two mayoral appointments and approved a contract addendum for the DDA Executive Director.

• Approved bill listing of $2,308,524.64 (4-0)
• Approved Friday Night Bikes special event for May 30 to August 22, 2025 (3-1)
• Approved DDA Executive Director Employment Contract Second Addendum (4-0)
• Confirmed appointment of John LaClair to EDC/TIFA/Brownfield (4-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Daniel Stanley to Local Officers Compensation Commission (4-0)
• Approved East Lapeer Farmers Market special event (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Farmland Lease Agreement for Terry Jostock (4-0)
• Approved Secondhand Dealer and Pawnbroker License for Lapeer Gold and Loan (4-0)

Housing Commission

The Lapeer Housing Commission is meeting to approve routine financial reports and bills, and to discuss operations at Riverview Towers. Key decisions include adopting two of three new HOTMA provisions for the Housing Choice Voucher program and giving initial approval to the 2025-2029 PHA plan.

• Approval of monthly financial report and bills
• Approval to include 2 of 3 new HOTMA provisions in HCV Administrative Policy effective 1/16/25
• Initial approval of 5-Year (2025-2029) and Annual PHA Plan effective 7/1/25
• Monthly operation report of fire alarm and energy system at Riverview Towers

The Commission approved the initial 5-Year PHA Plan for 2025-2029 and the Annual PHA Plan beginning July 1, 2025. Two new HOTMA provisions regarding definitions and De Minimis Errors were added to the LHC/HCV Administrative Policy. The board also approved the monthly financial report and bills.

• Approved minutes from December 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Ratified monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Contractor Payments (5-0)
• Approved two new HOTMA provisions for the LHC/HCV Administrative Policy effective January 16, 2025 (5-0)
• Initially approved 5-Year PHA Plan (7/1/2025-7/1/2029) and Annual PHA Plan beginning 7/1/2025 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025, has been canceled. The notice states there is a lack of official business to be conducted.

City Commission

The regular Lapeer City Commission meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 6, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.