Fenton meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Fenton City Council to consider equipment purchases, vehicle sale at Aug. 24 meeting

The Fenton City Council is scheduled to meet Aug. 24 to consider several contracts, equipment purchases, and event permits. No decisions have been confirmed from recent meetings, as minutes have not yet been published.

City Council to weigh contracts, purchases, and permits

The council will consider contracts for an arts and culture storytelling event with Adam Mellama, Kim Weitkamp, and Joy Doyle. It also will review the sale of a mini-pump rescue vehicle to the Ona Volunteer Fire Department, with a $15,000 commission to FireTec Apparatus Sales.

Equipment purchases on the agenda include cardio equipment from Forte Fitness Inc. ($12,097.50) and Rogue Fitness ($2,820), totaling $14,917.50, and three Microsoft Surface Pro 11 5G Plus with keyboards for $6,353.94.

The council will also consider a temporary noise permit and parking area use for the 2026 St. John Applefest and the Homecoming Parade on Oct. 2, 2026.

Recent City Council meeting (Aug. 10)

The council met Aug. 10 with an agenda that included a Michigan DNR project agreement for Bush Park improvements (Resolution No. 26-14), two change orders for street projects, and a Comcast franchise renewal. The change orders were for watermain replacement ($95,120.24) and storm sewer repairs on Adelaide Street ($69,958.19). The consent agenda included invoice payments totaling $499,014.00. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss a legal opinion. No minutes have been published.

Arts and Culture Commission (Aug. 14)

The commission met Aug. 14 to review June 2026 minutes and a financial report. New business included an update on the Art Walk and information about the Art Millage. The agenda also listed updates for the Blue Grass Festival (Oct. 10, 2026), a Book Author Event (Oct. 14, 2026), and a Cabin Fever 2027 planning update. Minutes have not been published.

Beautification Commission (Aug. 19)

The commission met Aug. 19 at City Hall. The agenda included a review of the 2026-2027 budget request of $10,000, a review of the Art Walk held July 25, planning for a cornstalk event on Sept. 26, a Christmas Cactus Class discussion, and membership applications. The commission also received updates from Parks and Recreation. Minutes have not been published.

Coming up

• **City Council** – Aug. 24, 2026, to consider contracts, equipment purchases, and event permits as described above.

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Fenton City Council weighs water plant contract, property purchase, and financial forecast

The Fenton City Council met twice in the past two weeks, with agendas including a $79,044 contract for water plant computer upgrades, a property purchase, and a five-year financial forecast projecting future deficits. No decisions have been reported because minutes have not yet been published.

July 27 City Council meeting

The council's July 27 agenda included:

• A $79,044 contract with Commerce Controls Incorporated for updates to the Water Treatment Plant SCADA computers.
• The purchase of tax-reverted property from Genesee County for $8,450.17.
• Approval of the 2nd Annual Rev Up Car Show, scheduled for August 6, 2026.
• Resolutions for charitable gaming licenses for the Fenton Community Orchestra and Fenton Arts Council.
• Authorization of invoice payments totaling $931,156.83 via the consent agenda.

The meeting's minutes have not been published, so the outcomes of these items are not yet known.

July 28 Zoning Board meeting cancelled

The Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its July 28 meeting because there were no pending public hearings or business. The next scheduled meeting is August 25, 2026.

August 3 City Council work session

The council held a work session to discuss a proposed Debt Management Policy and the 2026 update to the Five-Year Financial Plan. The administration recommended approval of the policy.

The financial forecast projects operating surpluses in 2025-26 but net deficits in the following four years. Specifically, it projects a $475,208 deficit in 2026-27 and a $446,371 deficit by 2029-30. Fund balances are expected to decline from $5.50 million in 2024-25 to $4.62 million in 2029-30, a drop of $875,154.

Revenue growth is projected at 2.8% for property taxes in 2025-26, averaging 3.6% annually thereafter. Operating expenses are projected to grow 3.9% annually, driven by employee benefits and public safety costs.

No minutes have been published for this work session, so no decisions have been reported.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days.

Fenton Council Appoints Damien Siwik to Vacancy; SCADA Contract and Financial Forecast on Deck

The Fenton City Council appointed Damien Siwik to fill a council vacancy on July 20, 2026, after a motion to appoint Justin Knight failed on a 3-3 tie. Siwik's appointment passed 4-2. The council had interviewed four candidates for the seat.

Council Appointment

The July 20 meeting included two tied votes and one failed motion to appoint Justin Knight before the council voted to appoint Damien Siwik to the vacancy. The final vote was 4-2 in favor of Siwik.

Planning Commission — Picasso Landscaping Requests

The Planning Commission met July 23 to hold public hearings and a site plan review for Picasso Landscaping at 400 Meadowridge Drive. The agenda included four items:

• **PSLU25-0004**: Special Land Use request for concrete storage bins, outdoor display, sales, and storage at 400 Meadowridge Drive.
• **PSLU25-0005**: Special Land Use request for a recycling and composting facility and a concrete batch plant at 400 Meadowridge Drive.
• **PSPR25-0005**: Site plan for a 9,200-square-foot industrial building and a 1,500-square-foot sales building at 400 Meadowridge Drive.
• Proposed 14-foot-high sound dampening and barricade walls at 400 Meadowridge Drive.

Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet available.

City Council — July 27 Agenda Items

The City Council's July 27 meeting agenda included several items, though minutes have not yet been published and no outcomes are confirmed:

• Authorization of invoice payments totaling $931,156.83 via consent agenda.
• A $79,044 contract with Commerce Controls Incorporated to update Water Treatment Plant SCADA computers.
• Purchase of tax-reverted property from Genesee County for $8,450.17.
• Approval of the 2nd Annual Rev Up Car Show on August 6, 2026.
• Resolutions for charitable gaming licenses for the Fenton Community Orchestra and Fenton Arts Council.
• Casting the MML Workers Comp Fund ballot.

Zoning Board of Appeals — Meeting Cancelled

The Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its July 28, 2026 meeting due to no pending public hearings or business. Its next scheduled meeting is August 25, 2026.

Coming Up

City Council — August 3, 2026: A work session to discuss and potentially approve a formal Debt Management Policy and review the 2026 update to the Five-Year Financial Plan. The plan projects operating surpluses in 2025-26 but net deficits in the following four years, with the fund balance expected to decline by $875,154 by 2029-30. The forecast projects a $475,208 deficit in 2026-27, rising to $446,371 by 2029-30. Fund balances are expected to drop from $5.50 million in 2024-25 to $4.62 million in 2029-30. Property taxes are projected to rise 2.8% in 2025-26, averaging 3.6% annually thereafter. Operating expenses are projected to grow 3.9% annually, driven by employee benefits and public safety costs. Administration recommends approval of the Debt Management Policy.

Zoning Board of Appeals — August 25, 2026: Next scheduled meeting.

Fenton City Council to weigh $620,539.60 in invoices, City Assessor appointment; Election Commission preps for August primary

City Council — July 13

Fenton City Council is set to consider authorizing payment of invoices totaling $620,539.60, according to the July 13 agenda. The same meeting includes the appointment of a City Assessor and the appointment of Steven Taubitz to the Downtown Development Authority.

The Council will also review a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Cooperative Agreement and a temporary easement agreement for 410 Lincoln Street with Consumers Energy, valued at $4,500.

Minutes for this meeting have not yet been published, so no final actions are confirmed.

City Council — July 6

At its July 6 meeting, the Council was scheduled to discuss the sale of a 2015 KME mini pumper/rescue truck through FireTec, with an estimated sale price of $125,000–$155,000 and a 10% commission. The agenda also included the purchase of an Iconic-X truck cap for $19,925 and electrical work by Dewey's Automotive for $3,752.95 to convert a 2021 Silverado into a medical response vehicle.

Additional items listed for consideration: new CLEMIS agreements for the Police and Fire Departments and authorization of a reimbursement from the Michigan State Police for an incident. Minutes are not yet published.

Election Commission — July 13

The Election Commission prepared for the August 4, 2026 Primary Election. The agenda included an emergency polling location change from WOW to AGS, election inspector assignments for Early Voting, Election Day, and the Absent Voter Counting Board, and ballot approval for Genesee County Precincts 1, 2, and 3 and Oakland County Precinct 2. The City Clerk was also set to be authorized to conduct accuracy testing. Minutes are not yet published.

Oakwood Cemetery Board — July 9

The Oakwood Cemetery Board agenda listed discussion of downed trees and branches, dead standing trees in Section C, and a Covenant Cemetery Service invoice for May/June 2026. The board also planned to finalize July History Walk logistics, including parking, tours, and a VFW Salute. Minutes are not yet published.

Museum Board — July 16

The Fenton Museum Board meeting scheduled for July 16, 2026 was cancelled. No public hearings or business was pending. The board's next meeting is set for September 17, 2026.

Coming up

• **City Council — July 20, 2026:** Special meeting to interview applicants for a City Council vacancy, followed by a call to the audience.

All recent meeting summaries are based on agendas only; official minutes have not yet been published. Readers are encouraged to consult the linked official documents for confirmed outcomes and vote tallies.

Fenton City Council weighs over $1 million Millpond Park contract; Planning Commission to revisit Picasso Landscaping

Fenton's City Council is set to vote on more than $1 million in construction work for Phase III of the Millpond Park Improvement Project, the largest single expenditure among several items on the June 22 council agenda. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so final outcomes are not yet confirmed.

City Council — June 22

The council agenda listed a construction award to Evergreen Landscape Group for $1,019,490.04 for Phase III of the Millpond Park Improvement Project. Related items on the same agenda included OHM construction services for Millpond Park Phase III up to $155,000 and G2 Consulting Group geotechnical services for Millpond Park up to $22,000.

The agenda also included several vehicle and equipment purchases: a 2027 Freightliner cab and chassis for $134,445; body upfitting for a tandem axle dump truck for $189,400; two Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks for the DPW for $97,682; and snowplows and a liftgate for $24,048. A WSP groundwater discharge permit renewal was listed at up to $8,800.

Because only the agenda is available and minutes have not been published, it is not yet known which items were approved or how council members voted.

Zoning Board of Appeals — June 23

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting was cancelled. The agenda stated there were no public hearings or pending business. The next Zoning Board meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026.

Planning Commission — June 25

The Planning Commission agenda included a discussion on whether to un-table and set for action several applications for Picasso Landscaping at 400 Meadowridge Drive in the Industrial District. The applications are PSLU25-0004, PSLU25-0005, and PSPR25-0005, covering special land uses and site plan review. The agenda also included approval of previous minutes and administrative items. Minutes have not yet been published, so no outcomes are confirmed.

Coming up

• **City Council — July 6, 2026:** The council will consider authorizing the sale of a 2015 KME mini pumper/rescue truck through FireTec, with an estimated sale price of $125,000–$155,000 and a 10% commission. Also on the agenda: purchase of an Iconic-X truck cap for $19,925 and electrical work by Dewey's Automotive for $3,752.95 to convert a 2021 Silverado into a medical response vehicle; new CLEMIS agreements for the Police and Fire Departments; and authorization of a reimbursement from the Michigan State Police for an incident.
• **Zoning Board of Appeals — July 28, 2026:** Next scheduled meeting.

Fenton Council Agenda Includes Over $1.6 Million in Park and Vehicle Spending

The Fenton City Council’s June 22 meeting featured a slate of major spending proposals totaling more than $1.6 million, led by a construction contract of $1,019,490.04 for Phase III of the Millpond Park Improvement Project. Meeting minutes were not yet published, so the outcomes of any votes were not available.

Recent Council Agenda

The council’s June 22 agenda included votes on:

• Awarding the Millpond Park Improvement Project (Phase III) construction to Evergreen Landscape Group for $1,019,490.04.
• Authorizing up to $155,000 for OHM construction services for Millpond Park Phase III.
• Authorizing up to $22,000 for G2 Consulting Group geotechnical services for Millpond Park.
• Purchasing a 2027 Freightliner cab and chassis for $134,445.
• Body upfitting for a tandem axle dump truck at a cost of $189,400.
• Purchasing two Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks for the Department of Public Works for $97,682.
• Acquiring snowplows and a liftgate for $24,048.
• Renewing a groundwater discharge permit through WSP for up to $8,800.

When combined, the park-related items alone total $1,196,490.04. Adding the vehicle and equipment purchases brings the potential spending on that single agenda to more than $1.6 million.

Zoning Board Cancelled

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 23 was cancelled because no public hearings or business were pending. The board’s next meeting is set for July 28.

Planning Commission Discussion

On June 25, the Planning Commission discussed whether to un-table and set for action several applications related to Picasso Landscaping. The proposal, for special land uses and site plan review at 400 Meadowridge Drive in the Industrial District, includes applications PLSU25-0004, PSLU25-0005, and PSPR25-0005. Like the council, minutes from that meeting were not immediately available.

Coming Up

The City Council will meet again on July 6. Items on that agenda include:

• Authorization to list and sell a 2015 KME mini pumper/rescue truck through FireTec, with an estimated sale price of $125,000 to $155,000 and a 10% commission.
• Purchase of an Iconic-X truck cap for $19,925 to convert a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado into a medical response vehicle.
• Electrical work by Dewey’s Automotive for $3,752.95 as part of the same conversion.
• A reimbursement from the Michigan State Police for an incident.
• New CLEMIS agreements for the Police and Fire Departments.

All agenda items are subject to discussion and potential votes at the meeting.