Allegan public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Allegan City Council will consider approving a $35,450 contract for a water pump rebuild and a lot split for the Girl Scout Property. The meeting will also include the first reading of an ordinance regarding licensed plumbers.

• Approval of PO 26-0845 to Kennedy Industries for $35,450
• Request to approve lot split for Girl Scout Property
• First reading of Ordinance 533 for licensed plumbers
• Review of Downtown Development Authority and Planning Commission minutes
• Request to amend Purchase and Development Agreement with Allegan Development Co.

The Allegan City Council approved a $35,450 purchase order to Kennedy Industries for rebuilding a water pump, approved a lot split for the Girl Scout property, amended a development agreement with Allegan Development Co., LLC, and set the 2026 public meetings schedule. All votes were unanimous (7-0), except the minutes approval which was 6-0 with one abstention. The council also scheduled a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 533 for January 12, 2026.

• Approved PO 26-0845 to Kennedy Industries for $35,450 (7-0)
• Approved lot split for parcels 03-51-200-016-00 and 03-51-235-004-00 (7-0)
• Amended Purchase and Development Agreement with Allegan Development Co., LLC (7-0)
• Approved 2026 public meetings schedule (7-0)
• Amended 2026 budget schedule to remove Jan 23-24 meetings and add Feb 28 meeting (7-0)
• Approved board member reappointments (7-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 533 on Jan 12, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes (7-0; minutes 6-0 with Hanse abstaining)

City Council

The City Council will review budget adjustments for FY2026 and a request to install a Naloxone vending box. The body is also discussing the potential sale of city-owned property on Lowe Street and a storm sewer lining project.

• Request to approve $17,680.00 to Waste Recovery Systems for storm sewer lining of Hooker Road
• Proposed public hearing on January 12, 2025, for the sale of city property on Lowe Street to Woda Cooper Companies, LLC
• Request from OnPoint to place a Naloxone Vending Box at the Riverfront Restrooms
• Resolution 25.37 to approve FY2026 1st Quarter Budget Adjustments Reports
• Review of the 2025 Water Utilities Department annual report

The council approved a Naloxone vending box at the Riverfront Restrooms and a $17,680 storm‑sewer contract for Hooker Road. It also approved accounts payable and payroll, adopted FY2026 first‑quarter budget adjustments, and approved continuation of the Marilla Lounge refurbishment. A public hearing was set for January 12, 2026, to consider selling city‑owned property on Lowe Street to Woda Cooper Companies, LLC.

• Approved placement of Naloxone vending box at Riverfront Restrooms (6-0)
• Approved PO 26-0844 to Waste Recovery Systems for $17,680 storm sewer lining (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.37 approving FY2026 1st Quarter Budget Adjustments (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Jan 12, 2026 on potential sale of Lowe Street property to Woda Cooper Companies, LLC (6-0)
• Approved continuation of Marilla Lounge construction and refurbishment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several financial requests, including a major road project and the 2026 Allegan Fire District Budget. The body is also considering the purchase and financing of a new fire truck and updates to personnel policies.

• PO 26-0843 to Michigan Paving & Materials Co for $700,598.05 for Airway Drive Resurfacing Project
• Approval of the 2026 Allegan Fire District Budget
• Resolution 25.36 to approve and adopt a fire truck acquisition and financing contract
• Payment of $11,968.67 to PowerPlan-John Deere Financial for backhoe repairs
• Amendments to Personnel Policies regarding Funeral/Bereavement Leave and Payment in Lieu of Health Insurance

The council approved a $700,598.05 purchase order to Michigan Paving & Materials Co. for the Airway Drive resurfacing project. It also approved the 2026 Allegan Fire District budget, adopted a resolution to acquire a new fire truck, and accepted the auditor’s FY2025 financial statements. Additional approvals included payroll, personnel policy amendments, and the closure of City Hall for a holiday party. All motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved PO 26-0843 to Michigan Paving & Materials Co. for Airway Drive resurfacing ($700,598.05) (6-0)
• Approved $11,968.67 payment to PowerPlan‑John Deere Financial for backhoe repairs (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Allegan Fire District Budget (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.36 to acquire and finance a new fire truck (6-0)
• Accepted FY2025 fourth‑quarter budget adjustment reports (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Personnel Policies Manual (funeral/bereavement leave and payment in lieu of health insurance) (6-0)
• Approved closure of City Hall at noon on Dec 12, 2025 for employee holiday party (6-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council special meeting will address routine items and discuss a land division application for parcel number 51-205-048-00. The agenda includes public comment, communications from the city manager, and a roundtable discussion among council members and the mayor. No other specific decisions are listed.

• Land Division Application for Parcel Number 51-205-048-00

The council voted 6-0 to excuse Councilmember Walker from the special meeting. It also voted 6-0 to approve the land division application for Parcel Number 51-205-048-00. The meeting was adjourned at 5:33 PM.

• Excused Councilmember Walker from the special meeting (6-0)
• Approved land division application for parcel 51-205-048-00 (6-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will hold a public hearing, second reading, and adoption of Ordinance 532 to rezone parcels 03-51-200-016-00 and 03-51-235-004-00 from Medium Density Residential to a Planned Unit Development district and review a 38‑unit mixed‑density project. The council will also consider a resolution to accept a Michigan Department of Transportation TEDF grant and adopt a public participation plan. Additional items include a fee‑schedule amendment for holiday rentals of the Griswold Auditorium and routine approvals of accounts payable and payroll.

• Public hearing, second reading and adoption of Ordinance 532 rezoning parcels 03-51-200-016-00 and 03-51-235-004-00 to a PUD district
• Adoption of Resolution 25.34 to accept a TEDF Grant from the Michigan Department of Transportation
• Amendment to the fee schedule establishing a “Holiday Rate” for rental of the Griswold Auditorium on official holidays
• Adoption of the City of Allegan Public Participation Plan
• Approval of Accounts Payable and Payroll

The council adopted Ordinance 532, changing two parcels from Medium Density Residential to a Planned Unit Development district. It also adopted two MDOT resolutions, approved the city’s accounts payable and payroll, adopted the Public Participation Plan, and amended the fee schedule for a holiday rental rate at Griswold Auditorium. No action was taken on the agenda reformatting discussion.

• Adopt Ordinance 532 rezoning parcels 03-51-200-016-00 and 03-51-235-004-00 (7-0)
• Adopt Resolution 25.34 to accept a TEDF Grant from MDOT (7-0)
• Adopt Resolution 25.35 appointing City Manager as signatory on MDOT AERO contracts (7-0)
• Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll (7-0)
• Adopt City of Allegan Public Participation Plan (7-0)
• Amend fee schedule to add a holiday rate for Griswold Auditorium rentals (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning requests for the former Girl Scout property and a gas station site. The body is also reviewing contracts for cemetery lawn care and building demolition.

• First reading of Ordinance 532 to rezone former Girl Scout property to PUD for a 38-unit residential development
• Request to deny rezoning of Village Xpress Gas Station and County Overflow Parking Lot from CBD to GC
• PO 26-0840 for $41,700 to Cronk Services LLC for lawn care at Oakwood Cemetery
• PO 26-0841 for $20,000 to Ace Excavating and Gravel for demolition at 201 Race Street
• Resolution 25.33 to appoint Jeff Morrie as Streets Administrator

The council voted 7-0 to deny the rezoning of parcels 03-51-105-185-00 and 03-51-105-186-00. It also scheduled a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 532 on November 10, 2025. Additional actions included appointing a Streets Administrator, approving two purchase orders, and adopting the FY2027 budget schedule for the 2026 calendar year.

• Denied rezoning of parcels 03-51-105-185-00 and 03-51-105-186-00 (CBD to General Commercial) – 7-0
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 532 on Nov 10, 2025 – 7-0
• Adopted Resolution 25.33 appointing Jeff Morrie as Streets Administrator – 7-0
• Approved PO 26-0840 to Cronk Services LLC for $41,700 lawn care at Oakwood Cemetery – 7-0
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll – 7-0
• Approved FY2027 Budget Schedule for 2026 Calendar Year, moving meeting to Nov 22, 2025 – 7-0
• Approved PO 26-0841 to Ace Excavating and Gravel for $20,000 demolition at 201 Race Street – 7-0
• Approved the regular meeting amended agenda for Oct 27, 2025 – 7-0

City Council

The council will hear public comments and conduct interviews with six applicants for city positions. After the interviews, the council will discuss and vote on any pending matters. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, recess, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Applicant interview – Roger Bird (5:30 PM)
• Applicant interview – Gregory Butzke (5:50 PM)
• Applicant interview – Charles Clark II (6:10 PM)
• Discuss and vote on agenda items

The council held a rank‑choice vote to fill a vacant City Council seat. Charles Clark II received the lowest score and was appointed to the seat. Mayor Perrigo moved to appoint him, Hooker supported, and the motion passed unanimously 6‑0.

• Conducted rank‑choice vote to rank council candidates (1‑7 scale)
• Appointed Charles Clark II to vacant City Council seat (6-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will consider resolutions to fund sewer and water system improvements and authorize a tree trimming contract. The body will also discuss a proposed housing development on Lowe Street and review zoning ordinance amendments.

• Adoption of Resolution 25.29 for sewer system improvements
• Adoption of Resolution 25.30 for water supply system improvements
• Approval of contract with Wonsey Tree Service for $34,145
• Public Hearing for Ordinance 531 amending the City Zoning Ordinance regarding fences
• Authorization to develop a city-owned parcel on Lowe Street into housing

The Allegan City Council adopted Ordinance 531 to amend the zoning ordinance on fences. It also approved resolutions for sanitary sewer and water supply improvements, and authorized several contracts and a housing RFP. Additional actions included scheduling a special meeting to fill a council vacancy and approving auditorium use for a local fundraiser.

• Adopt Ordinance 531 (fence zoning amendment) – passed 6-0
• Adopt Resolution 25.29 (sanitary sewer improvements) – passed 6-0
• Adopt Resolution 25.30 (water supply improvements) – passed 6-0
• Approve Purchase Order 26-0837 to Wonsey Tree Service ($34,145) – passed 6-0
• Approve contract with Allegan County Legal Assistance ($2,500) – passed 6-0
• Approve use of Griswold Auditorium for Allegan County Heroes at reduced rate $200 total – passed 6-0
• Schedule special meeting Oct 21 to interview and select new council member – passed 6-0
• Authorize development of RFP for housing on Lowe Street parcel – passed 6-0

City Council

The Allegan City Council will vote to adopt Resolution 25.28. The council will also discuss how to fill the current councilmember vacancy. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after these items. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Adopt Resolution 25.28
• Discuss filling the city councilmember vacancy
• Public comment (first session)
• Public comment (second session)

The council unanimously excused Councilmember Hooker from the special meeting. It adopted Resolution 25.28 without opposition. The council also approved posting the City Council vacancy application with a deadline of October 10, 2025. All three actions passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Excused Councilmember Hooker from the meeting (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.28 (5-0)
• Approved posting of City Council vacancy application, deadline Oct 10, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will consider approving contracts for cemetery surveying and airport lighting, as well as lot splits for two properties. The body will also hold a public hearing on a proposed fence ordinance.

• First reading of Ordinance 531 regarding fence regulations
• Contract with Wightman Engineering for $14,250 for cemetery surveying
• Contract with J Ranck Electric for $11,375 for airport lighting
• Lot split approval for 147 Eastern Ave
• Lot split approval for 633 Airway Dr

The council approved the regular meeting agenda and the August 25 minutes. It scheduled a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 531 on October 13. The council also approved contracts for surveying Oakwood Cemetery, airport lighting, a street‑tree planting project with MDOT, and increased the Downtown Allegan Social District. Several lot splits and other procurement items were approved, each by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 25 minutes (6-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 531 on Oct 13 (6-0)
• Approved PO 26-0834 to Wightman Engineering for $14,250 (6-0)
• Approved PO 26-0836 to J Ranck Electric for $11,375 (6-0)
• Approved increase size of Downtown Allegan Social District (6-0)
• Approved contract with MDOT to plant street trees in M-89 Right of Way near Rossman Park (6-0)
• Approved lot split for parcel 03-51-251-038-10 (147 Eastern Ave) (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and adopt Resolution 25.26 for a Michigan State Housing Development Authority Community Development Block Grant to create 10 new apartments in Downtown Allegan. They will consider approving purchase order PO 26-0833 to Weik Bros Inc for handicap ramps on Academy Street and Water Street, costing $102,219.50 with a $4,719.50 budget adjustment. The council will also adopt Resolution 25.27 to cancel the September 8, 2025 regular meeting, discuss expanding the Downtown Allegan Social District to include Walnut and Trowbridge Streets, and review a request to place a banner in front of the Griswold Auditorium.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 25.26 for a grant to build 10 new downtown apartments
• Approval of PO 26-0833 to Weik Bros Inc for handicap ramps on Academy and Water Streets, $102,219.50 plus $4,719.50 budget adjustment
• Adoption of Resolution 25.27 to cancel the September 8, 2025 regular City Council meeting
• Request to expand the Downtown Allegan Social District to include Walnut and Trowbridge Streets
• Request from Allegan Community Players to place a banner in front of the Griswold Auditorium

The council adopted Resolution 25.26 to use a Michigan State Housing Development Authority Community Development Block Grant for creating 10 new apartments in downtown Allegan. It also approved a purchase order for handicap ramps on Academy and Water Streets totaling $102,219.50 and a $4,719.50 budget adjustment. Additional approvals included the agenda, prior meeting minutes, accounts payable and payroll, and a banner request for the Griswold Auditorium. The council adopted Resolution 25.27 to cancel the September 8, 2025 regular meeting.

• Approved agenda for August 25, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.26 for 10 new downtown apartments (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0833 to Weik Bros. for $102,219.50 and $4,719.50 budget adjustment (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll (7-0)
• Approved banner request for Griswold Auditorium (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.27 to cancel September 8, 2025 council meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 650 Grand Street. The body is also reviewing several utility contracts and a fund transfer for downtown events.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 530 to rezone 650 Grand Street
• Change Order to PO 25-0768 to Abonmarche for $50,830 for TMF Grant Work
• PO 26-0819 to Consumers Energy for $3,272.95 and PO 26-0829 to Windemuller Electric Inc for $37,095 for Hubbard Parking Lot electric services
• Resolution 25.25 regarding the Standard Lighting Contract with Consumers Energy
• Proposed transfer of $41,000 to Positively Allegan for downtown events

The council approved the amended agenda and the July 28 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted Ordinance 530, rezoning 650 Grand Street, with a 7‑0 vote. The council also approved several financial items, including a $50,830 change order, utility service contracts, a lighting‑contract resolution, payroll, and a $41,000 transfer to Positively Allegan, each passing 7‑0.

• Approved amended agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 530 to rezone 650 Grand Street (7-0)
• Approved Change Order PO 25-0768 to Abonmarche for $50,830 (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0819 to Consumers Energy ($3,272.95) and PO 26-0829 to Windemuller Electric ($37,095) for underground electric services in Hubbard Parking Lot (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.25 changing the Standard Lighting Contract with Consumers Energy (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $41,000 to Positively Allegan (7-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 530 to rezone 650 Grand Street and schedule a second reading and public hearing for August 11, 2025. The council will also vote on a $47,786.25 purchase order for sewer cleaning services, a contract with Weichert Realtors – Platinum Group, a $10,000 purchase order for Lakeshore Advantage economic‑development services, and a resolution amending the City Manager’s contract.

• First reading of Ordinance 530 to rezone 650 Grand Street; second reading/public hearing set for Aug 11, 2025
• Approve PO 26-0827 for $47,786.25 to Waste Recovery Systems for sewer cleaning and televising
• Approve contract with Weichert Realtors – Platinum Group for realtor services
• Approve PO 26-0825 for $10,000 to Lakeshore Advantage for economic development services
• Adopt Resolution 25.24 amending the City Manager’s contract

The council approved Resolution 25.24, amending the City Manager’s contract with a 6-1 vote. It also approved several purchase orders and contracts, including PO 26-0827 for sewer cleaning, PO 26-0828 for parking‑lot signs, PO 26-0825 for economic‑development services, a lot split for parcel 03-51-130-001-002, and a contract with Weichert Realtors – Platinum Group. The council declared various equipment surplus for auction and scheduled a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 530 on August 11.

• Adopted Resolution 25.24 amending the City Manager’s contract (6-1)
• Approved PO 26-0827 – $47,786.25 to Waste Recovery Systems for sewer cleaning (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0828 – $30,225 to SignArt for parking‑lot identification signs (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0825 – $10,000 to Lakeshore Advantage for economic‑development services (7-0)
• Approved lot split for parcel 03-51-130-001-002 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Weichert Realtors – Platinum Group for realtor services (7-0)
• Declared various equipment surplus items for auction (7-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 530 on August 11 (7-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 529, which updates the city’s zoning ordinance and map, along with Resolution 25.23. A separate hearing will consider Resolution 25.22 to approve a liquor license for Another Mother LLC. The council will also review several financial requests, including a $410,000 contract for engineering services at the Water Resource Recovery Facility and a $21,410 repair contract for Oakwood Cemetery. A motion will be taken to reconsider the earlier vote on selling the city‑owned Girl Scout Property.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 529 (Zoning Ordinance and Map) and Resolution 25.23
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 25.22 approving a liquor license for Another Mother LLC
• Approval of PO 26-0822 to Wade Trim for $410,000 engineering services for a solids thickener at the Water Resource Recovery Facility
• Approval of PO 26-0823 to Masonry Arts Company for $21,410 to repair Arbor Street entrance columns at Oakwood Cemetery
• Motion to reconsider the June 23, 2025 vote on the sale of the City‑owned Girl Scout Property

The council adopted the updated Zoning Ordinance and Map by passing Resolution 25.23 unanimously. It also approved a liquor license for Another Mother LLC, a purchase agreement for the former Girl Scout property, and several contracts for city services.

• Adopted Resolution 25.23 (Zoning Ordinance and Map) – vote 7-0
• Adopted Resolution 25.22 approving liquor license for Another Mother LLC – vote 7-0
• Approved purchase and development agreement for the former Girl Scout property – vote 5-2
• Approved $410,000 contract with Wade Trim for water facility engineering services – vote 5-2
• Approved five‑year uniform and supplies agreement with Gallagher Uniform – vote 7-0
• Approved $21,410 contract with Masonry Arts Company to repair Oakwood Cemetery columns – vote 7-0
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll – vote 7-0
• Approved Wings of Hope Hospice request to display butterflies on Riverfront Park boardwalk – vote 7-0

City Council

The Allegan City Council will begin consideration of Ordinance 529, which would adopt a new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The meeting also includes approvals for several purchases and contracts, including body cameras, a utility vehicle, and insurance services. Resolutions will be considered for land sale, budget adjustments, and wage increases for non‑union employees.

• First reading of Ordinance 529 to adopt the City of Allegan Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Approval of PO 25-0821 to Axon Enterprises for 9 body cameras and 4 in‑car cameras – $124,872.10
• Approval of PO 26-0820 to Vanz Lawn & Garden for a Landmaster AMP UTV with snowplow – $24,721.99
• Approval of Resolution 25.21 to sell city‑owned land near Sherman Street and 115th Street Intersection to Western Ave Holdings, LLC for $10.00
• Approval of insurance policy renewals and related invoices totaling $212,043.00

The council approved several purchases, including body cameras for $124,872.10 and a UTV for $24,721.99, and adopted FY2026 wage increases for non‑union staff and FY2025 Q4 budget adjustments. It also approved the sale of land near Sherman Street and 115th Street to Western Ave Holdings for $10 and scheduled a public hearing for the new zoning ordinance. A proposed $100,000 sale of two parcels to Allegan Development Co. was rejected. Alex Wilkening was appointed to the Downtown Development Authority board.

• Approved $124,872.10 purchase of body and in‑car cameras from Axon Enterprises (6-0)
• Approved $24,721.99 purchase of a Landmaster AMP UTV with snowplow from Vanz Lawn & Garden (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.19 wage increase for non‑union employees for FY2026 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 25.20 FY2025 fourth‑quarter budget adjustments (6-0)
• Approved sale of city land near Sherman St & 115th St to Western Ave Holdings for $10 (6-0)
• Rejected $100,000 sale of parcels 03‑51‑235‑004‑00 and 03‑51‑200‑016‑00 to Allegan Development Co. (4-2)
• Appointed Alex Wilkening to the Downtown Development Authority Board (6-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 529 on July 14, 2025 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a development agreement for the city-owned Girl Scout Property. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure engineering contracts and equipment purchases for public works and water utilities.

• Public hearing on Purchase and Development Agreement for the Girl Scout Property
• PO 26-0817 to Abonmarche for $1,190,000 for Rossman Park Neighborhood engineering
• PO 26-0818 to Abonmarche for $475,000 for Trowbridge, Chestnut and Walnut Infrastructure Project
• PO 26-0810 to Truck and Trailer Specialties for $75,159 for a Dump Body and Underbody Scraper
• Proposed right of way vacation and property sale for the former Sunset Lanes Bowling Alley Property

The council approved a financing plan for infrastructure improvements in the Rossman Park neighborhood and several downtown streets (7-0). Large design‑engineering contracts were approved for Abonmarche: $1,190,000 for Rossman Park and $475,000 for the Trowbridge, Chestnut and Walnut project (each 7-0). The lower level of the Griswold Auditorium was donated to the Allegan Area Arts Council for its 2025 Summer Art Camp (6-1). Action on the Girl Scout Property purchase agreement was postponed until the June 23 council meeting (7-0).

• Approved financing plan for Rossman Park and downtown streets (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0817 to Abonmarche for $1,190,000 design/engineering (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0818 to Abonmarche for $475,000 design/engineering (7-0)
• Approved donation of Griswold Auditorium lower level to Arts Council (6-1)
• Approved purchase of Ford Ranger from Enterprise for $9,238.66 (7-0)
• Approved closing of Police Chief MERS Defined Benefit Plan (7-0)
• Postponed action on Girl Scout Property purchase agreement until June 23 (7-0)
• Approved PO 26-0816 to Abonmarche for $15,000 design/engineering (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to enter a closed session. The purpose of the session is to consider the purchase or lease of real property.

• Closed session to discuss purchase or lease of real property per section 15.268 Section 8(1)(d)

The council voted to excuse Councilmember Hooker from the special meeting (6‑0). A motion was approved to go into closed session to consider the purchase or lease of real property. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Excused Councilmember Hooker from the meeting (6-0)
• Entered closed session to consider purchase or lease of real property (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:54 PM

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the FY2026 Budget and a resolution regarding a CDBG Grant for Rossman Park. The body will also review several purchase orders for engineering and equipment and a grant application for the Walnut Street Improvement Project.

• Resolution 25.15 to adopt the FY2026 Budget
• Resolution 25.16 regarding the Rossman Park CDBG Grant
• PO to West Michigan International (WMI) for $102,335.29 for an International cab and chassis
• PO to AECOM for $29,812.00 for a Hydraulics Evaluation on the City Dam
• PO to Prein & Newhof for $2,425.00 for Design and Engineering Services at Padgham Airport

The council adopted the FY2026 budget (Resolution 25.15) with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved several purchase orders for public works projects, including design services for Padgham Airport, a new International cab and chassis, and a dam hydraulics evaluation. The council adopted green burial rules for Oakwood Cemetery and authorized a TEDF‑B grant for the Walnut Street Improvement Project. No action was taken on the April 2025 Revenue and Expenditure report.

• Adopt FY2026 Budget (Resolution 25.15) – passed 7‑0
• Approve PO $2,425 to Prein & Newhof for Padgham Airport design – passed 7‑0
• Approve PO $102,335.29 to West Michigan International for cab and chassis – passed 7‑0
• Approve PO $29,812 to AECOM for dam hydraulics evaluation – passed 7‑0
• Approve green burial rules for Oakwood Cemetery – passed 7‑0
• Adopt Resolution 25.17 to authorize TEDF‑B grant for Walnut Street Improvement – passed 7‑0
• Approve amendment to Property Due Diligence Agreement for Girl Scout Property – passed 7‑0
• Authorize staff to establish Givebutter fundraising accounts – passed 7‑0

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 City of Allegan budget. Council members will consider a contract with Abonmarche for professional engineering services on the Grand Street project, a $150,898.24 budget adjustment for spring biosolids removal, and Resolution 25.14 to select Prein&Newhof as the engineering consultant for Padgham Field Airport. They will also review a request from the Allegan County Fairgrounds to reduce or remove the sewer portion of its utility bill.

• Public hearing on the FY2026 City of Allegan Budget (item 8A.1/11E.5)
• Approval of contract with Abonmarche for professional engineering services for the Grand Street project
• Budget adjustment of $150,898.24 for spring biosolids removal at the Allegan Resource Recovery Facility
• Adoption of Resolution 25.14 to select Prein&Newhof as engineering consultant for Padgham Field Airport
• Request from Allegan County Fairgrounds to reduce/remove the sewer portion of its utility bill

The council selected Councilmember Hanse as mayor pro tem by a 5‑2 vote. It approved a contract with Abonmarche for engineering services on the Grand Street project, a $150,898.24 budget adjustment for spring biosolids removal, and Resolution 25.14 naming Prein&Newhof as the Padgham Field Airport engineering consultant. Additional approvals included accounts payable and payroll, a banner for the Allegan Community Players, and the appointment of Roger Bird to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Selected Councilmember Hanse as mayor pro tem (5-2)
• Approved contract with Abonmarche for Grand Street engineering services (7-0)
• Approved $150,898.24 budget adjustment for spring biosolids removal (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.14 to select Prein&Newhof as Padgham Field Airport engineering consultant (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll (7-0)
• Approved banner placement for Allegan Community Players at Griswold Auditorium (7-0)
• Appointed Roger Bird to Downtown Development Authority, term through Dec 31 2028 (6-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will vote on appointing Peter Hanse to complete the term of former member Bill Morgan, which ends in November 2026. Council members will also consider appointing a Mayor Pro Tem and adopt Resolution 25.13 for FY2025 third‑quarter budget adjustments. Additional items include scheduling a public hearing on the FY2026 budget and approving amendments to the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.

• Appointment of Peter Hanse to the City Council to finish Bill Morgan’s term ending Nov 2026
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
• Adoption of Resolution 25.13 to approve FY2025 3rd‑quarter budget adjustments
• Schedule a public hearing to adopt the FY2026 budget
• Approve amendments to the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual

The council voted 4-2 to appoint Peter Hanse to complete the term of former member Bill Morgan. A tied vote left the mayor pro tem position vacant, and the council postponed that appointment until the May 12 meeting (6-0). The body also scheduled a public hearing for the FY2026 budget (6-0), approved personnel policy amendments (6-0), and approved a motion to record all future council meetings (5-1).

• Appointed Peter Hanse to City Council (4-2)
• Postponed mayor pro tem appointment until May 12 (6-0)
• Scheduled FY2026 budget public hearing for May 12 (6-0)
• Approved FY2025 3rd quarter budget adjustments (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual (6-0)
• Approved motion to record every council meeting (5-1)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will consider and vote on several items, including a public hearing and adoption of Resolution 25.12 to confirm the Summer 2025 Special Assessment Roll. The council will also approve changes to purchase orders for park improvements totaling $8,977.50 and a concrete parkway replacement up to $20,000. Additional agenda items include approval of minutes, a proclamation, and discussion of city property transactions.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 25.12 for the Summer 2025 Special Assessment Roll
• Approve change to PO 25-0802 with Site Work Solutions for donor wall improvements in Mahan Park ($8,977.50)
• Approve change to PO 25-0801 with Milbocker & Sons to replace concrete parkway on Chestnut Street (not to exceed $20,000)
• Request to purchase city-owned lot on Monroe Street, parcel 51-105-148-00
• Discussion of potential sale of city-owned parcel on Lowe Street, parcel 51-251-041-00

The council adopted Resolution 25.12 confirming the Summer 2025 special assessment roll and approved public‑works change orders totaling $28,977.50. It rejected a request to purchase a Monroe Street lot, approved the release of an easement on 147 Eastern Avenue, and voted to sell a Lowe Street parcel for $1. Motions to recuse and reseat Councilmember Westover also passed.

• Adopted Resolution 25.12 confirming Summer 2025 Special Assessment Roll (6-0)
• Approved change to P.O. 25-0802 for donor wall improvements in Mahan Park, $8,977.50 (6-0)
• Approved change to P.O. 25-0801 to replace Chestnut Street concrete parkway, up to $20,000 (5-1)
• Rejected purchase request for Monroe Street lot, parcel 51-105-148-00 (6-0)
• Approved release of city easement on 147 Eastern Avenue (6-0)
• Approved sale of Lowe Street parcel, parcel 51-251-041-00, for $1.00 (5-0)
• Recused Councilmember Westover from discussion (5-0)
• Reseated Councilmember Westover (5-0)

Strategic Planning

The City Council will consider the FY 2026 budget. The Administrative Services Department will present an overview of revenue and expenditures and the Capital Improvement Plan. Council members may take action based on these presentations. A public comment period follows.

• Budget presentation from Administrative Services Department
• Overview of revenue and expenditures
• Capital Improvement Plan overview
• Public comment period

The council voted 6-0 to excuse Mayor Pro Tem Morgan's absence. Council members Canales, Walker and Zeter were selected to serve on a subcommittee to assist staff with the Capital Improvement Plan. No other actions were taken.

• Excused Mayor Pro Tem Morgan's absence (6-0)
• Selected Canales, Walker, Zeter for subcommittee (no vote recorded)

Strategic Planning

The City Council will meet to receive budget presentations from three city departments. This session is focused on the FY 2026 budget planning process.

• Police Department budget presentation
• Department of Public Works budget presentation
• Water Utilities budget presentation

The council voted to excuse Mayor Pro Tem Morgan’s absence, with the motion carried unanimously 6-0. No other actions were decided; the meeting consisted of departmental presentations and adjourned at 7:07 PM.

• Excused Mayor Pro Tem Morgan’s absence (6-0)

City Council

At the March 24 City Council meeting, members will vote on several contracts and purchases, hold a public hearing on Ordinance 528 that amends rental registration rules, and consider a resolution supporting a grant request to rehabilitate the upper portion of the 2nd Street Bridge. The agenda also includes approval of road‑salt related purchases, a texting service contract, and discussion of a potential parcel sale on Lowe Street.

• Second reading and public hearing of Ordinance 528 amending rental registration rules
• Purchase of road salt under the MIDEAL program for $27,200
• Purchase of 2,500 gallons of beet juice for the road salt program for $8,125
• Contract with TELNET Phone Services for a city texting service at $18.00 per month
• Adoption of resolution 25.11 supporting a grant request for rehabilitation of the upper portion of the 2nd Street Bridge

The council approved Resolution 25.11 supporting a grant request to the Michigan Department of Transportation for rehabilitation of the upper portion of the 2nd Street Bridge. It also approved a special use permit for a temporary marijuana event at the Allegan County Fairgrounds and authorized participation in the MiDEAL program to purchase road salt. Several procurement contracts for road maintenance and a city texting service were approved, and Tracy Stull was appointed City Clerk. Ordinance 528 was tabled and council members were recused and later reseated.

• Adopted Resolution 25.11 supporting bridge grant (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for temporary marijuana event (7-0)
• Approved participation in MiDEAL program for $27,200 road salt purchase (7-0)
• Approved purchase order 25-0806 for beet juice $8,250 (7-0)
• Approved purchase order 25-0805 for pavement marking $16,200 (7-0)
• Approved contract with TELNET Phone Services $18 per month (7-0)
• Appointed Tracy Stull as City Clerk (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 528 amending rental registration (7-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will hold a second reading, public hearing, and vote on Ordinance 527 to rezone two properties. The meeting also includes a first reading of Ordinance 528 to amend rental registration rules, a review of the FY2026 fee schedule, approval of accounts payable and payroll, and a request to contract Carter Consulting for reporting on the MEDC Grant at 109 Locust Street.

• Second reading, public hearing, and adoption of Ordinance 527 to rezone 100 Monroe Street and 565 Water Street from C‑1 to C‑2
• First reading of Ordinance 528 amending Chapter 7 – Building Regulations, Article II – Rental Registration
• Review of the FY2026 Fee Schedule and Approved Vendor List
• Request to approve Accounts Payable and Payroll
• Request to authorize a contract with Carter Consulting for future reporting on the MEDC Grant for 109 Locust Street

The council adopted Ordinance 527, rezoning 100 Monroe Street and 565 Water Street from C-1 to C-2, with no public comments. It also scheduled a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 528 on rental registration for March 24, 2025. The council authorized a contract with Carter Consulting for MEDC grant reporting and directed staff to gather property value, job creation, tax revenue, and contamination remediation cost information for a city-owned parcel potentially purchased by Tantrick Brewing Co.

• Adopted Ordinance 527 rezoning 100 Monroe Street and 565 Water Street from C-1 to C-2 (7-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 528 on rental registration for March 24, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Carter Consulting for MEDC grant reporting on 109 Locust Street (7-0)
• Approved Allegan Folklife Organization banner request at Jaycee Park skate park fence (7-0)
• Directed staff to gather property value, job creation, tax revenue, and contamination remediation cost for Parcel 51-251-043-00 (6-1, amendment 5-2)

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning two properties and a Brownfield plan for 500 Delano Street. The body is also reviewing budget adjustments and purchase orders for city infrastructure and park furniture.

• First reading of Ordinance 527 to rezone 100 Monroe Street and 565 Water Street from C-1 to C-2
• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 25.07 for the 500 Delano Street Brownfield plan
• Purchase order of $110,371.60 for Milbocker & Sons for Water Street parking lot improvements
• Purchase order of $25,385 for Landscape Forms for Mahan Park Improvement Project furniture
• Resolution 25.08 to establish an application fee for temporary marijuana events

The Allegan City Council approved a brownfield plan for 500 Delano Street, adopted several resolutions including budget adjustments and a fee for temporary marijuana events, and authorized purchase orders for parking lot and park improvements. All votes were unanimous 6-0, with one councilmember absent.

• Adopted Resolution 25.07 approving Brownfield plan for 500 Delano Street (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.05 Single Lot Assessment Resolution of Determination (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.06 approving FY2025 2nd Quarter Budget Adjustments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.08 establishing application fee for temporary marijuana events (6-0)
• Authorized $110,371.60 purchase order to Milbocker & Sons for Water Street parking lot improvements with $125,000 budget adjustment (6-0)
• Authorized $25,385 purchase order to Landscape Forms for Mahan Park furniture with $61,684.97 budget adjustment (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.09 approving charitable gaming license for AHS Safe Celebration Committee (6-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 527 (rezoning 100 Monroe St and 565 Water St) on March 10, 2025 (6-0)

City Council

The Allegan City Council will consider several public‑works contracts, including a $505,890.27 award for the Regent Theatre Parking Lot Improvement and a $334,029 award for the Mahan Park Improvement. Council members will also adopt Ordinance 525 and Ordinance 526 to permit temporary marijuana events. Additional items include a $102,000 purchase order for the Airway Drive Improvement design and a discussion of Tantrick Properties’ $1 offer to purchase a city parcel on Lowe Street. The meeting will conclude with the appointment of Rachel McKenzie to the Public Spaces Commission.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 525 and Ordinance 526 for temporary marijuana events
• Award bid to Milbocker & Sons, Inc. for Regent Theatre Parking Lot Improvement – $505,890.27
• Award bid to Site Work Solutions, Inc. for Mahan Park Improvement – $334,029
• Purchase order for Airway Drive Improvement design – $102,000 to Abonmarche Consultants
• Discussion of Tantrick Properties’ proposal to buy city parcel on Lowe Street for $1

The Allegan City Council adopted two ordinances (525 and 526) to allow temporary marijuana events, each passing 5-2 with Canales and Zeter dissenting. The council also approved multiple public works contracts, including the Mahan Park Improvement project ($334,029 bid to Site Work Solutions, Inc. plus $31,000 engineering to Abonmarche Consultants) and the Regent Theatre Parking Lot Improvement project ($505,890.27 bid to Milbocker & Sons, Inc. plus $45,800 engineering to Abonmarche Consultants). All other agenda items, including accounts payable, the Ely Street and Airway Drive projects, crack sealing, and the Allegan County Fair variances, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 525 (zoning text amendment for temporary marijuana events) 5-2
• Adopted Ordinance 526 (marijuana chapter amendment for temporary marijuana events) 5-2
• Approved Mahan Park Improvement bid to Site Work Solutions, Inc. ($334,029) 7-0
• Approved Mahan Park construction engineering with Abonmarche Consultants ($31,000) 7-0
• Declared Mahan Park gazebo surplus and directed sale 7-0
• Approved Regent Theatre Parking Lot Improvement bid to Milbocker & Sons, Inc. ($505,890.27) 7-0
• Approved Regent Theatre construction engineering with Abonmarche Consultants ($45,800) 7-0
• Approved Ely Street construction engineering with Abonmarche Consultants ($72,000) and Resolution 25.04 with MDOT 7-0

City Council

The City Council will conduct the first readings of Ordinance 525 and Ordinance 526, both zoning text amendments that would permit temporary marijuana events, and set second readings and public hearings for February 10, 2025. The meeting also includes routine actions such as approving the agenda, minutes, finance department payment requests, and a board appointment. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• First reading of Ordinance 525 – zoning text amendment to allow temporary marijuana events; second reading and public hearing scheduled for February 10, 2025
• First reading of Ordinance 526 – amendment to Chapter 31 – Marijuana to allow temporary marijuana events; second reading and public hearing scheduled for February 10, 2025
• Finance Department request to approve Accounts Payable and Payroll
• Appointment of Hannah Bazan to Positively Allegan for a term expiring December 31, 2027
• Request from Friends of Allegan’s Oakwood Cemetery to authorize participation in the Wreaths Across America program

The Allegan City Council approved the agenda, minutes, and several routine items unanimously. It scheduled second readings and public hearings for Ordinances 525 and 526, which would allow temporary marijuana events, for February 10, 2025. The council also authorized participation in the Wreaths Across America program, approved accounts payable and payroll, adopted amended Rules of Procedure, and appointed Hannah Bazan to Positively Allegan.

• Approved agenda for January 27, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 13 and Jan 17-18 meetings (7-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 525 (temporary marijuana events) for Feb 10, 2025 (7-0)
• Scheduled second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 526 (temporary marijuana events) for Feb 10, 2025 (7-0)
• Authorized participation in Wreaths Across America program (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Approved amended City Council Rules of Procedure (7-0)
• Appointed Hannah Bazan to Positively Allegan until Dec 31, 2027 (7-0)

Study Session

The Allegan City Council held a study session on January 27, 2025. No formal actions were taken; the meeting included public comment, a round‑table discussion, and a presentation on the Guide Studio Wayfinding Signage Program. Council members also introduced the CEDAM intern and reviewed the upcoming agenda before adjourning to the regular meeting at 7:00 p.m.

The Allegan City Council held a study session with no formal votes or decisions. They heard a presentation on the Guide Studio Wayfinding Signage Program, were introduced to CEDAM intern Mohamed Gabow, and discussed a volunteer-run public warming center. The meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the study session

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the mid-year review of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and local housing needs. No official actions will be taken during this session.

• Mid-Year Review of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Discussion regarding Allegan Housing Needs
• Review of the 2024-2025 City Council Goals
• Review of the Amended Rules of Procedure

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed amending the rules of procedure, including adding a second public comment period, reviewed the 2024-2025 goals and the FY25 budget, and talked about housing opportunities. The meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; study session only

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the amended 2024-2028 Parks & Recreation Plan. The body is also considering several expenditures and resolutions related to dam risk reduction and city financial guidelines.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 25.01 for the amended 2024-2028 Parks & Recreation Plan
• Purchase order for Milbocker & Sons for dam improvements and powerhouse removal in the amount of $970,000
• Purchase order for Fleis & Vandenbrink for dam powerhouse inspections in the amount of $14,600
• Resolution 25.03 to accept the Dam Risk Reduction Grant from EGLE
• Resolution 25.02 approving the 2025 hardship exemption guidelines

The Allegan City Council approved a $970,000 purchase order for Milbocker & Sons for dam improvements and powerhouse removal, along with a $14,600 inspection contract. They also adopted resolutions for the Parks & Recreation Plan, 2025 hardship exemption guidelines, and a dam risk reduction grant, all by 6-0 votes. The meeting was largely routine, with no public comment on the parks plan.

• Approved $970,000 purchase order for Milbocker & Sons for dam improvements and powerhouse removal (6-0)
• Approved $14,600 purchase order for Fleis & Vandenbrink for dam powerhouse inspections (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.01 approving amended 2024-2028 Parks & Recreation Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.02 approving 2025 hardship exemption guidelines (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25.03 accepting EGLE Dam Risk Reduction Grant (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Approved 2025 events schedule (6-0)
• Excused Mayor Perrigo from meeting (6-0)