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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
March 24, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
933 TERRACE STREET, MUSKEGON, MI 49440
AGENDA
☐ CALL TO ORDER:
☐ PRAYER:
☐ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
☐ ROLL CALL:
☐ HONORS, AWARDS, AND PRESENTATIONS:
☐ PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Sappi PUD Parcel Acquisition, 2400 and 2850 Lakeshore Drive Manager's
Office
B. Request to Create a New Neighborhood Enterprise Zone District at 2400
Lakeshore Drive Economic Development
C. Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificates - 577 Amity Ave. and 723
Amity Ave. Economic Development
☐ FEDERAL/STATE/COUNTY OFFICIALS UPDATE:
☐ PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS:
☐ CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of Minutes City Clerk
B. Deficit Elimination Plan-Brownfield Redevelopment Activities Finance
C. Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Request – OB’s Southern
Brunch House Economic Development
D. Goal Setting Facilitation Contract Manager's Office
E. Contract Award: Material Testing - 215733 Lakeshore Dr DPW-
Engineering
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F. Mobile Food Vending Ordinance Update Manager's Office
G. Street Sweeping Contract Public Works
H. Invoice for Maintenance of Voting Equipment - REMOVE PER STAFF
REQUEST City Clerk
I. Resolution for Charitable Gaming License - Watch Us Go Boating -
Muskegon City Clerk
J. Resolution for Charitable Gaming License - Route 31 Foundation City
Clerk
K. Muskegon Farmers Market Vendor Rates City Clerk
L. MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application Resolution
Manager's Office
☐ UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
☐ NEW BUSINESS:
☐ ANY OTHER BUSINESS:
☐ GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT:
► Reminder: Individuals who would like to address the City Commission shall do the following: ►Fill out a
request to speak form attached to the agenda or located in the back of the room. ► Submit the form to
the City Clerk. ► Be recognized by the Chair. ► Step forward to the microphone. ► State name. ►Limit of
3 minutes to address the Commission.
☐ CLOSED SESSION:
☐ ADJOURNMENT:
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writing or by calling the following:
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC. City Clerk. 933 Terrace St. Muskegon, MI 49440. (231)724-6705.
clerk@shorelinecity.com
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Sappi PUD Parcel Acquisition, 2400 and 2850
Lakeshore Drive
Submitted by: Jonathan Seyferth, City Manager Department: Manager's Office
Brief Summary:
The city is seeking to authorization to apply for an MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for the
acquisition of ten (10) lakefront parcels on the former Sappi PUD at 2400 and 2850 Lakeshore Drive.
The property would be used as a new public parklet with increased Muskegon Lake waterfront
access at the end of the Lincoln Street extension into the development. A public hearing is a
requirement of the MDNR application process to gather feedback from the public about the project.
Detailed Summary & Background:
The city commission-approved Sappi Planned Unit Development (PUD), at 2400 and 2850 Lakeshore
Dr, includes an Option Agreement between the city and Parkland Properties giving the city the
exclusive right to purchase an area encompassing ten (10) lots at a reduced rate. Parkland agreed
to a rate of $148,750 per lot, representing a 15% reduction in the average projected sale price on all
waterfront lots in the PUD. This reduced rate was determined based on cost savings from building
fewer single-family homes on these parcels and requiring fewer utility installations and other
infrastructure to support these lots. The option commenced on the closing date (12/18/26) between
Parkland and Pure Muskegon on the property, and the city would have two (2) years to execute
these purchases.
The parcels would be acquired through an application to the MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund
grant program to install a new public park and increase public access to Muskegon Lake. Acquisition
of the lakefront parcels will secure public ownership and permanent public access to Muskegon Lake
and support long-term redevelopment consistent with adopted City plans.
The total estimated MNRTF-eligible project cost is $1,580,500, and the City intends to request
$1,106,300 in MNRTF assistance with a local match in the amount of $474,200 from City funds,
representing approximately 30% of the total project cost.
The deadline to submit applications for the MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant program is April
1, 2026.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 1: Destination Community & Quality of Life - Improved access to waterways
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
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Yes No X N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes X No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To close the public hearing and authorize staff to apply to the MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund
acquisition grant in the amount of $1,106,300, with a match commitment of $474,200, for the
acquisition of ten (10) parcels on the former Sappi PUD, subject to final appraisal due in October.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division x Part 19 of P.A. 451 of 1994, as amended.
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Current Opportunity
Sappi Property
City has first right to pur-
chase 10 lots as shown
• Expands a new
waterfront park
• Adds 240 ft of frontage
and 0.83 acres of land
• Deeded City property
• No amenities planned
• Total Cost: $1,580,500*
• Grant: $1,106,300
• City Match: $474,200
*Based on estimated market value plus expenses
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Request to Create a New Neighborhood
Enterprise Zone District at 2400 Lakeshore Drive
Submitted by: Isabela Gonzalez, Development Department: Economic Development
Analyst
Brief Summary:
Pursuant to Public Act 147 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1992 as amended, staff has received a
request to create a new Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) district at 2400 Lakeshore Drive.
Detailed Summary & Background:
This public hearing is being held to consider the establishment of the proposed NEZ district. The
applicant intends to develop single-family owner-occupied units along 65.46 acres of the Sappi
development. Inclusion in a NEZ district would allow eligible property owners to apply for NEZ
certificates, which reduce residential property taxes on newly constructed housing.
In accordance with Public Act 147 of 1992, as amended, notice of the proposed NEZ district was
mailed to all affected local taxing jurisdictions on February 12, 2026.
Per state requirements:
• A public hearing must be held within 45 days of the notice being sent.
• The resolution establishing the NEZ district may not be adopted until at least 60 days after notice
was issued.
The resolution to establish the NEZ district at 2400 Lakeshore Drive is scheduled to return to the City
Commission for consideration on April 14, 2026. State law allows up to 15% of a local government’s
total land area to be designated as NEZ districts. The City of Muskegon is currently at 13.34%. The
addition of the proposed NEZ district would remain within the allowable statutory limit. If approved,
staff estimates that the NEZ District’s total area will fall under 14.1% of the City’s total acreage.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 2: Economic Development Housing and Business
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
N/A Yes No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
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N/A Yes No N/A
Recommended Motion:
I move to close the public hearing for the NEZ District at 2400 Lakeshore Drive.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division PA 147 of 1992, as amended
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January 30, 2026
Via Email: ann.meisch@shorelinecity.com
Ms. Ann Meisch
City Clerk
City of Muskegon
933 Terrace St
Muskegon, MI 49440
Re: Amended Neighborhood Enterprise Zone ("NEZ") District Designation
Request for the Proposed Parkland Acquisition Six, LLC Project – Windward
Pointe
Dear Ms. Meisch:
On behalf of my client, Parkland Acquisition Six, LLC, a Michigan limited liability
company (“Parkland”), we request that, pursuant to Act 147 of the Public Acts of Michigan of
1992, as amended, MCL 207.773(1), a NEZ district designation be awarded to the area identified
in the attached map for the property located at 2400 Lakeshore Drive. This request amends the
prior request dated August 29, 2025 and limits the requested zone designation to the first two
phases of the overall project site.
Parkland has since acquired the property from Pure Muskegon, LLC, and is actively
working towards redevelopment of the site.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this request. If I can provide any additional
information or be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at (616) 752-2447.
Very truly yours,
Jared T. Belka
Enclosures
cc: Jon Rooks via e-mail
Rory Charron via e-mail
George Holmes via e-mail
Jared T. Belka | Partner
D 616.752.2447
E jbelka@wnj.com
150 Ottawa Ave. NW, Suite 1500
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Page 10 of 187
PROPOSED DISTRICT
Property Description:
Property Address: LAKESHORE DR, MUSKEGON, MI 49441
Tax Parcel No.: 24-205-598-0001-10
Parcel Size: 44 +/- acres
Legal Description: That part of Blocks 598, 599, 601, 602, 603 and 604 of the Revised
Plat (of 1903) of the City of Muskegon, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded
in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 71 and part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 and the Northeast
1/4 of Section 34, Town 10 North, Range 17 West, City of Muskegon, Muskegon County,
Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section 35; thence
N02°12'49"E 1677.46 feet along the West line of said Section to the Point of Beginning;
thence S82°47'56"W 50.55 feet; thence Southwesterly 186.25 feet along a 367.00 foot
radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 29°04'38", and a chord bearing
S68°15'37"W 184.26 feet; thence Southwesterly 257.49 feet along a 333.00 foot radius
curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 44°18'12", and a chord bearing
S75°52'24"W 251.12 feet; thence S13°42'45"W 15.79 feet; thence Southwesterly 95.90
feet along a 267.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of
20°34'23", and a chord bearing S03°25'23"W 95.38 feet; thence Southeasterly 239.57 feet
along a 2012.48 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 06°49'14",
and a chord bearing S10°16'50"E 239.42 feet; thence Southwesterly 700.49 feet along a
250.48 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 160°13'48", and
a chord bearing S69°41'27"W 493.53 feet; thence Northwesterly 369.37 feet along a 267.00
foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 79°15'51", and a chord
bearing N83°20'11"W 340.61 feet; thence Northwesterly 564.61 feet along a 314.98 foot
radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 102°42'11", and a chord
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bearing N71°37'01"W 492.00 feet; thence N19°15'29"W 176.42 feet; thence S70°44'31"W
235.50 feet; thence S19°15'29"E 170.95 feet; thence Southwesterly 48.47 feet along a 49.50
foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 56°06'05", and a chord
bearing S08°47'33"W 46.56 feet; thence S36°50'36"W 73.36 feet; thence Southwesterly
48.86 feet along a 49.50 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of
56°32'58", and a chord bearing S65°07'04"W 46.90 feet; thence N86°36'27"W 176.27 feet;
thence S03°23'33"W 99.79 feet; thence Southeasterly 39.11 feet along a 35.00 foot radius
curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 64°01'09", and a chord bearing
S28°37'01"E 37.10 feet; thence Southwesterly 194.32 feet along a 60.00 foot radius curve
to the right, said curve having a central angle of 185°33'57", and a chord bearing
S32°09'23"W 119.86 feet; thence N86°36'27"W 178.67 feet; thence N03°27'29"E 419.63
feet; thence S86°36'27"E 110.19 feet; thence S79°07'05"E 44.92 feet; thence Northeasterly
81.82 feet on a 166.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of
28°14'26" and a chord bearing N30°56'43"E 81.00 feet; thence N33°06'55"W 12.65 feet;
thence N19°15'19"W 139.80 feet to Reference Point "A"; thence continuing N19°15'19"W
16 feet, more or less, to the Water's Edge of Muskegon Lake; thence Northeasterly along
said Water's Edge to a line bearing N02°26'40"E from Reference Point "B", said Reference
Point "B" being N73°38'29"E 177.12 feet; N70°33'27"E 559.46 feet; S05°07'58"E 477.00
feet; N79°06'45"E 242.00 feet; N06°24'39"W 513.00 feet; N73°53'16"E 571.33 feet;
S69°37'49"E 343.90 feet; N81°39'10"E 1074.06 feet; S83°56'05"E 175.31 feet;
S85°50'16"E 497.19 feet; and S80°44'18"E 151.35 feet from said Reference Point "A", the
previous 11 calls being along an Intermediate Traverse Line; thence S02°26'40"W 17 feet,
more or less, to said Reference Point "B"; thence continuing S02°26'40"W 1199.14 feet;
thence N87°33'20"W 134.58 feet; thence S69°06'08"W 14.26 feet; thence S20°53'52"E
322.75 feet; thence Southwesterly 66.50 feet along a 1367.00 radius curve to the left, said
curve having a central angle of 02°47'14", and a chord bearing S76°03'58"W 66.49 feet
along the Northerly Right of Way of Lakeshore Drive; thence N20°53'52"W 401.11 feet;
thence Northwesterly 141.78 feet along a 348.00 radius curve to the right, said curve having
a central angle of 23°20'33", and a chord bearing N09°13'36"W 140.80 feet; thence
N02°26'40"E 820.16 feet; thence N84°34'17"W 553.81 feet; thence Southwesterly 213.27
feet along a 962.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of
12°42'08", and a chord bearing S89°09'00"W 212.83 feet; thence S82°47'56"W 378.38 feet
to the Point of Beginning.
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Property Address: LAKESHORE DR, MUSKEGON, MI 49441
Tax Parcel No.: 24-205-598-0001-01
Parcel Size: 21.46 acres
Legal Description: That part of Blocks 598, 599, 601, 602, 603 and 604 of the Revised
Plat (of 1903) of the City of Muskegon, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded
in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 71 and part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 and the Northeast
1/4 of Section 34, Town 10 North, Range 17 West, City of Muskegon, Muskegon County,
Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section 35; thence
N02°12'49"E 347.07 feet along the West line of said Section; thence S87°48'45"E 973.32
feet; thence Northeasterly 351.39 feet along a 1367.00 foot radius curve to the left, said
curve having a central angle of 14°43'41", and a chord bearing N84°49'25"E 350.42 feet,
the previous 2 calls being along the Northerly Right-of-Way line of Lakeshore Drive, a
66.00 foot wide public Right-of-Way; thence N20°53'52"W 221.24 feet to the Point of
Beginning; thence continuing N20°53'52"W 179.88 feet; thence Northwesterly 23.05 feet
along a 348.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 03°47'43",
and a chord bearing N19°00'01"W 23.05 feet to Reference Point "A"; thence S78°20'19"W
115.14 feet; thence Southwesterly 75.74 feet along a 333.00 foot radius curve to the right,
said curve having a central angle of 13°01'53", and a chord bearing S84°51'16"W 75.57
feet; thence S02°26'46"W 242.34 feet; thence S87°50'31"E 146.53 feet; thence
N54°35'59"E 151.65 feet to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO: Recommencing at said Reference Point "A"; thence Northwesterly 66.10 feet along
a 348.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 10°52'58", and
a chord bearing N11°39'41"W 66.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing
Northwesterly 52.63 feet along a 348.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a
central angle of 08°39'52", and a chord bearing N01°53'16"W 52.58 feet; thence
N02°26'40"E 820.16 feet; thence N84°34'17"W 553.81 feet; thence Southwesterly 213.27
feet along a 962.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of
12°42'08", and a chord bearing S89°09'00"W 212.83 feet; thence S82°47'56"W 357.49 feet
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to Reference Point "B"; thence S07°12'04"E 42.30 feet; thence Southeasterly 54.55 feet
along a 332.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 09°24'53",
and a chord bearing S02°29'37"E 54.49 feet; thence S02°12'49"W 81.68 feet; thence
S87°47'11"E 129.00 feet; thence N88°28'30"E 89.97 feet; thence Northeasterly 107.95 feet
along a 3449.20 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 01°47'35",
and a chord bearing N79°52'43"E 107.95 feet; thence Northeasterly 252.42 feet along a
762.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 18°58'47", and a
chord bearing N88°28'19"E 251.27 feet; thence Southeasterly 81.63 feet along a 2253.48
foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 02°04'31", and a chord
bearing S83°04'34"E 81.62 feet; thence Southeasterly 6.24 feet along a 421.00 foot radius
curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 00°50'59", and a chord bearing
S84°32'19"E 6.24 feet; thence S84°57'48"E 270.26 feet; thence S14°41'16"E 79.80 feet;
thence S02°26'40"W 551.64 feet; thence Southeasterly 87.25 feet along a 498.00 foot
radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 10°02'17", and a chord bearing
S02°34'28"E 87.14 feet; thence Northeasterly 35.28 feet along a 267.00 foot radius curve
to the left, said curve having a central angle of 07°34'15", and a chord bearing N82°07'27"E
35.26 feet; thence N78°20'19"E 115.14 feet to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO: Recommencing at said Reference Point "B"; thence S82°47'56"W 71.44 feet;
thence Southwesterly 186.25 feet along a 367.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve
having a central angle of 29°04'38", and a chord bearing S68°15'37"W 184.26 feet; thence
Southwesterly 62.77 feet along a 333.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a
central angle of 10°48'03", and a chord bearing S59°07'20"W 62.68 feet to the Point of
Beginning; thence continuing Southwesterly 194.71 feet along a 333.00 foot radius curve
to the right, said curve having a central angle of 33°30'09", and a chord bearing
S81°16'26"W 191.95 feet; thence S13°42'45"W 15.79 feet; thence Southwesterly 95.90
feet along a 267.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of
20°34'45", and a chord bearing S03°25'23"W 95.38 feet; thence Southeasterly 239.57 feet
along a 2012.48 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 06°49'14",
and a chord bearing S10°16'50"E 239.42 feet; thence Southwesterly 700.49 feet along a
250.48 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 160°13'48", and
a chord bearing S69°41'27"W 493.53 feet; thence Northwesterly 157.34 feet along a 267.00
foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 33°45'50", and a chord
bearing N60°35'11"W 155.07 feet to Reference Point "C"; thence S05°25'56"W 120.27
feet; thence Southwesterly 40.12 feet along a 158.00 foot radius curve to the right, said
curve having a central angle of 14°32'56", and a chord bearing S12°42'23"W 40.01 feet;
thence Southeasterly 73.18 feet along a 150.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve
having a central angle of 27°57'07", and a chord bearing S59°27'07"E 72.45 feet; thence
Southeasterly 160.98 feet along a 717.02 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 12°51'48", and a chord bearing S51°54'27"E 160.64 feet; thence
Northeasterly 797.85 feet along a 384.56 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 118°52'21", and a chord bearing N62°13'18"E 662.26 feet; thence
Northeasterly 20.86 feet along a 366.02 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 03°15'53", and a chord bearing N01°09'07"E 20.85 feet; thence
Northwesterly 93.87 feet along a 443.39 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 12°07'46", and a chord bearing N06°32'43"W 93.69 feet; thence
Northwesterly 6.35 feet along a 366.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 00°59'40", and a chord bearing N13°06'26"W 6.35 feet; thence
Northwesterly 167.50 feet along a 1855.22 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having
a central angle of 05°10'23", and a chord bearing N11°01'05"W 167.44 feet; thence
Northeasterly 96.10 feet along a 483.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
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central angle of 11°23'58", and a chord bearing N72°22'58"E 95.94 feet; thence
N18°32'25"W 150.76 feet to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO: Recommencing at said Reference Point "C"; thence Northwesterly 66.17 feet along
a 267.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 14°11'57", and a
chord bearing N84°34'04"W 66.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing
Southwesterly 145.86 feet along a 267.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 31°18'03", and a chord bearing S72°40'55"W 144.06 feet; thence
Southwesterly 149.63 feet along a 314.98 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having
a central angle of 27°13'08", and a chord bearing S70°38'28"W 148.23 feet to Reference
Point "D"; thence S00°45'04"W 380.60 feet; thence Southwesterly 139.07 feet along a
1533.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 05°11'52", and
a chord bearing S03°21'00"W 139.02 feet; thence S05°56'55"W 93.54 feet; thence
S87°18'12"E 149.86 feet along the Northerly Right-of-Way line of Lakeshore Drive, a
66.00 foot wide public Right-of-Way; thence N00°45'04"E 498.15 feet; thence
Northeasterly 78.47 feet along a 464.98 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 09°40'08", and a chord bearing N64°23'04"E 78.37 feet; thence
Northeasterly 50.69 feet along a 150.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a
central angle of 19°21'49", and a chord bearing N69°13'54"E 50.45 feet; thence
Northeasterly 44.81 feet along a 92.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a
central angle of 27°54'14", and a chord bearing N19°23'02"E 44.36 feet; thence
N05°25'56"E 120.27 feet to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO: Recommencing at said Reference Point "D"; thence Northwesterly 66.12 feet along
a 314.98 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a central angle of 12°01'41", and
a chord bearing N89°44'08"W 66.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing
Northwesterly 348.85 feet along a 314.98 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having
a central angle of 63°27'22", and a chord bearing N51°59'36"W 331.29 feet; thence
N19°15'29"W 176.42 feet; thence S70°44'31"W 235.50 feet; thence S19°15'29"E 170.95
feet; thence Southwesterly 48.47 feet along a 49.50 foot radius curve to the right, said curve
having a central angle of 56°06'05", and a chord bearing S08°47'33"W 46.56 feet; thence
S36°50'36"W 73.36 feet; thence Southwesterly 48.86 feet along a 49.50 foot radius curve
to the right, said curve having a central angle of 56°32'58", and a chord bearing
S65°07'04"W 46.90 feet; thence N86°36'27"W 176.27 feet; thence S03°23'33"W 99.79
feet; thence Southeasterly 39.11 feet along a 35.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve
having a central angle of 64°01'09", and a chord bearing S28°37'01"E 37.10 feet; thence
Southeasterly 15.87 feet along a 60.00 foot radius curve to the right, said curve having a
central angle of 15°09'12", and a chord bearing S53°03'00"E 15.82 feet; thence
S86°36'27"E 217.11 feet; thence Northeasterly 51.82 feet along a 52.50 foot radius curve
to the left, said curve having a central angle of 56°32'58", and a chord bearing N65°07'04"E
49.74 feet; thence N36°50'36"E 205.42 feet; thence Southeasterly 292.25 feet along a
461.30 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 36°17'56", and a
chord bearing S52°35'45"E 287.39 feet; thence S02°32'55"W 467.98 feet; thence
S84°03'05"E 115.94 feet along said Northerly line of Lakeshore Drive; thence
N05°56'55"E 93.54 feet; thence Northeasterly 133.08 feet along a 1467.00 foot radius
curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 05°11'52", and a chord bearing
N03°21'00"E 133.04 feet; thence N00°45'04"E 380.04 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Contains 21.46 acres. Subject to easements, restrictions and rights-of-way of record.
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificates -
577 Amity Ave. and 723 Amity Ave.
Submitted by: Isabela Gonzalez, Development Department: Economic Development
Analyst
Brief Summary:
Staff is requesting the approval of Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificates for 15 years for a
new construction home at 577 Amity Ave. and 723 Amity Ave.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Robert Muusse Builders LLC has submitted two applications for Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ)
certificates for the construction of single-family homes at 577 Amity Avenue and 723 Amity Avenue.
577 Amity Ave. will feature three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. 723 Amity Ave. will have
two bedrooms and one bathroom, with the potential to add an additional bedroom and bathroom.
The Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Act provides for the development and rehabilitation of residential
housing located within eligible distressed communities. Approval of these applications would grant
the future property owners a tax abatement that reduces their property taxes by approximately 50%
for up to 15 years.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 2: Economic Development Housing and Business
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
N/A Yes No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
N/A Yes No N/A
Recommended Motion:
I move to close the public hearing and approve Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificates for
15 years at 577 Amity Ave. and 723 Amity Ave. and authorize the City Clerk and Mayor to sign the
applications and resolutions.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division Public Act 147 of 1992, as amended
Head
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Technology
Other Division Heads
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QUIT-CLAIM DEED
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: ThattheCITY OF MUSKEGON, a municipal of
corporation,
933Terrace
Street,
Muskegon,Michigan49440,
QUIT CLAIMS toRobert Muusse, of3465 PalmerDr,SaugatuckMI, 49453,thefollowing
described
situated
premises intheCityofMuskegon,CountyofMuskegon,State
ofMichigan,
towit:
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forthesum ofTwelveThousand,
One HundredFifty
and0/100Dollars
($12,150.00)
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, Grantee, orits shall
assigns, complete construction
ofone (1)single-family
home on
eachparcel,
foratotalofsix(6)single-family
homes,on the premiseshereinconveyedw ithin
twenty-four
(24)
monthsafterthedatehereof.
Indefaultofsuchconstruction,
title
tothepremises shall
revert
totheCityof
Muskegonfree andclearofanyclaimofGrantee orits
assigns.Inaddition,theCityofMuskegonmay retainthe
consideration
forthis
conveyancefreeandclearofanyclaimofGrantee orits Buyershall
assigns. removeonly
thosetrees
necessaryforconstruction
ofthehomesanddriveways. "Complete construction"
means:(1)issuance
of
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building by
permits the of
City Muskegon; and (2)inthesoleopinion ofthe of
City Muskegon's
Director
ofInspections,
substantial
completionofthedwellingsdescribedinthesaidbuilding Intheevent
permits.
ofreversion
oftitles
oftheabove-described
premises,
improvements made thereonshall
becomethepropertyof
Grantor.
Thisdeedisexemptfromreal
estate
transfer
taxpursuant
totheprovisions
ofMCLA 207.505(h)(i)
and
MCLA 207.526Sec.6(h)(i).
Datedthis ay of g ofAst ,2025.
Signedinthepresence
of: CITY OF MUSKEGON
L /W a fo ††t Ken Johnson,
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Ann WIarie MMC, ItsClerk
Meisch,
STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF MUSKEGON
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JOHNSON andANN MARIE MEISCH, MMC, theMayor and Clerk, theCITY
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WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO: Grantees SEND SUBSEQUENT TAX BILLS TO: Grantees
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LegalDescriptions
LegalDescription:CITY OF MUSKEGON REVISED PLAT 1903 E ½ LOT 1 AND 14 BLK 44
Address:461 WHITE AVE, MUSKEGON, MI 49442
Parcel#:61-24-205-044-0001-10
Price:$3,000.00
(TO BE SPLIT INTO TWO BUILD-ABLE LOTS)
CITY OF MUSKEGON
Legal Description: REVISED PLAT OF 1903 W 44 FT OF N 165 FT OF
LOT 4 BLK 51
Address:723 AMITY AVE, MUSKEGON, MI 49442
Parcel#:61-24-205-051-0004-00
Price:$3,000.00
Legal Description:CITY OF MUSKEGON REVISED PLAT OF 1903 E 80 FT OF N 1/2LOT 8&
N 32 FT OF S 132 FT OF E 1/2LOT 8 BLK 51
Address:695 AMITY AVE, MUSKEGON, MI 49442
Parcel#:61-24-205-051-0008-10
Price:$3,750.00
(TO BE SPLIT INTO TWO BUILD-ABLE LOTS)
CITY OF MUSKEGON
Legal Description: REVISED PLAT OF 1903 E 44 FT LOT 3 & W 44 FT
OF E 110 FT OF N 33 FT LOT 5 BLK 53
Address:577 AMITY AVE, MUSKEGON, MI 49442
Parcel#:61-24-205-053-0003-20
Price:$2,400.00
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Muskegon County Property Report - 577 Amity
Area of Interest (AOI) Information
Area : 6,034.01 ft²
Mar 17 2026 9:26:09 Eastern Daylight Time
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Summary
Name Count Area(ft²) Length(ft)
Parcels 1 6,034.01 N/A
Parcels
Property Property Property Property
Municipality Acreage per Acreage per
# PIN Address Address Address Address
Code GIS Assessor
Number Direction Combined City
61-24-205- 577 AMITY
1 24 0.14 0.13 577 No Data MUSKEGON
053-0003-20 AVE
Property Property Owner Owner
Owner Owner Owner Care Owner
# Address Address Zip Address Address
Name 1 Name 2 Of Address
State Code City State
MUUSSE 3465 SAUGATUC
1 MI 49442 No Data No Data MI
ROBERT PALMER DR K
Owner State PRE Property School
Assessed Taxable Property
# Address Zip Equalized Homestead Class District
Value Value Class Code
Code Value Pct Description Code
Commercial
1 49453 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 201 61010
- Improved
Zoning per Assessor
# School District Name Tax Description Area(ft²)
Primary
CITY OF MUSKEGON
REVISED PLAT OF 1903 E
MUSKEGON CITY
1 R 44 FT LOT 3 & W 44 FT OF 6,034.01
SCHOOL DIST
E 110 FT OF N 33 FT LOT
5 BLK 53
©2020 Muskegon County GIS Data reported herein is believed to be accurate and up to date, however Muskegon County and Muskegon County GIS make no warranty
to the accuracy of the data. It is advised that before any decisions are made from this data, that the local assessor or building officials are contacted.
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Muskegon County Property Report - 723 Amity
Area of Interest (AOI) Information
Area : 6,936.25 ft²
Mar 17 2026 9:28:05 Eastern Daylight Time
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Summary
Name Count Area(ft²) Length(ft)
Parcels 1 6,936.25 N/A
Parcels
Property Property Property Property
Municipality Acreage per Acreage per
# PIN Address Address Address Address
Code GIS Assessor
Number Direction Combined City
61-24-205- 723 AMITY
1 24 0.16 0.17 723 No Data MUSKEGON
051-0004-00 AVE
Property Property Owner Owner
Owner Owner Owner Care Owner
# Address Address Zip Address Address
Name 1 Name 2 Of Address
State Code City State
MUUSSE 3465 SAUGATUC
1 MI 49442 No Data No Data MI
ROBERT PALMER DR K
Owner State PRE Property School
Assessed Taxable Property
# Address Zip Equalized Homestead Class District
Value Value Class Code
Code Value Pct Description Code
Residential -
1 49453 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 402 61010
Vacant
Zoning per Assessor
# School District Name Tax Description Area(ft²)
Primary
CITY OF MUSKEGON
MUSKEGON CITY REVISED PLAT OF 1903 W
1 R 6,936.25
SCHOOL DIST 44 FT OF N 165 FT OF
LOT 4 BLK 51
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to the accuracy of the data. It is advised that before any decisions are made from this data, that the local assessor or building officials are contacted.
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Resolution No. ________
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE
OF A NEIGHBORHOOD ENTERPISE ZONE CERTIFICATE
WHEREAS, an application for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate has been filed with the City
Clerk by Robert Muusse Builders LLC to construct a new home at 577 Amity Ave. in the Angell
neighborhood, and;
WHEREAS, the applicant has satisfied both the local and state eligibility criteria for a Neighborhood
Enterprise Zone Certificate;
WHEREAS, the local unit of government is allowing the six (6) month grace period after construction
commencement to apply, which is allowed under the law;
WHEREAS, the Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate has been approved for fifteen (15) years;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the application for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone
Certificate for the new construction of a home by Robert Muusse Builders LLC be approved.
Adopted this 24th day of March, 2026.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
By: __________________________
Ken Johnson, Mayor
Attest: _________________________
Ann Meisch
City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the
City Commission of the City of Muskegon, County of Muskegon, Michigan at a regular meeting held on
November 25, 2025.
By: ________________________
Ann Meisch
City Clerk
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Resolution No. ________
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE
OF A NEIGHBORHOOD ENTERPISE ZONE CERTIFICATE
WHEREAS, an application for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate has been filed with the City
Clerk by Robert Muusse Builders LLC to construct a new home at 723 Amity Ave. in the Angell
neighborhood, and;
WHEREAS, the applicant has satisfied both the local and state eligibility criteria for a Neighborhood
Enterprise Zone Certificate;
WHEREAS, the local unit of government is allowing the six (6) month grace period after construction
commencement to apply, which is allowed under the law;
WHEREAS, the Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate has been approved for fifteen (15) years;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the application for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone
Certificate for the new construction of a home by Robert Muusse Builders LLC be approved.
Adopted this 24th day of March, 2026.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
By: __________________________
Ken Johnson, Mayor
Attest: _________________________
Ann Meisch
City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the
City Commission of the City of Muskegon, County of Muskegon, Michigan at a regular meeting held on
November 25, 2025.
By: ________________________
Ann Meisch
City Clerk
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Approval of Minutes
Submitted by: Ann Meisch, City Clerk Department: City Clerk
Brief Summary:
To approve minutes of the March 9th Worksession Meeting and the March 10th City Commission
Meeting.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Goal/Action Item:
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
Yes No N/A X
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes No N/A X
Recommended Motion:
Approval of the minutes.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION WORKSESSION
March 9, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
933 TERRACE STREET, MUSKEGON, MI 49440
MINUTES
The City Commission Worksession Meeting of the City of Muskegon was held at
City Hall, 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan at 5:30 p.m., Monday, March
9, 2026.
Present: Mayor Ken Johnson, Commissioners Kiley Jackson, Katrina Kochin,
Rebecca St.Clair, Jay Kilgo, and Willie German, Jr., City Manager Jonathan
Seyferth, and City Clerk Ann Marie Meisch
Absent: Vice Mayor Destinee Keener
2026-16 NEW BUSINESS
A. Muskegon Lighthouse Restoration Progress - Save Our Light Capital
Campaign City Clerk
City Clerk Ann Meisch introduced Kim Lange and Don Kalisz who gave an
update on the Muskegon Lighthouse Restoration progress.
B. Beach Shuttle Service Recommendation Manager's Office
Staff is seeking direction on the beach shuttle service proposal for the 2026
beach season. Deputy City Manager LeighAnn Mikesell gave an update on
what our plans are for the shuttle service.
Staff conducted a 2025 season follow-up meeting with Muskegon Area Transit
System (MATS) and Pioneer Resources where Pioneer expressed that the work
did not align well with their service model, and they declined to participate in
the 2026 season. This winter, staff has been working with MATS to develop an
updated transit service proposal for service to and among our
beaches. Details of the proposal are in the packet. Both the beach circulator
and downtown to beach connector services are provided by MATS, allowing
all users to use online services to track buses and see route maps and
schedules. In addition, all buses will be equipped with bike racks.
The beach circulator option, known as the Tan Line, will connect users to beach
parks including Harbour Towne, Margaret Drake Eliot, Pere Marquette,
Beachwood, and Kruse Parks.
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The downtown to beach connector, known as the Town Line, provides service
from downtown and Lakeside high tourist destinations to Pere Marquette Park.
Adjustments were made to each of the routes based on feedback through
surveys, data on ridership, and other input given during the pilot season in
2025. It should be noted that service times have been modified to better align
with MATS staffing availability.
The proposed transit cost is $48,800 which is less than the total cost of $70,200
paid last year. Costs for the service will be expensed to the Parking
Department. There will be some minor additional costs for marketing
materials. Due to new ADA requirements, some stops will require
upgrades. MATS has funding for the work and will coordinate with the City to
accomplish it.
Staff also recommends continuing to conduct surveys during the summer
service to understand how the changes are received and what further
modifications should be considered for the future.
Once Commissioners agree on the service proposal, a formal contract will be
developed and follow the approval process per the purchasing policy.
C. Discussion of Utility Bill Auto-Pay Program Treasury
City Treasurer Sarah Wilson explained that the City received notice that the
current provider for the credit card portion of our utility bill auto-pay program
will be ending its service on April 30, 2026. We would like to discuss with the
Commission the options for moving forward with the program. We will review
the program as it currently exists, and look at the best option to move forward.
We researched other options to replace this service provider and found two
viable options; however, it needs to be noted that the costs are significantly
higher than what we are currently paying. We will review the program as it
exists, discuss the options that were found and the costs associated with those,
and why the staff believes it is best to discontinue the credit card auto-pay
option moving forward.
Commission agreed to discontinue the credit card auto-pay option moving
forward.
D. Presentation on Muskegon Infill Housing Program - Progress and Next
Steps Economic Development
Director of Development Services Jacob Eckholm has composed an updated
presentation on the community's performance in the housing space relative to
our 23-27 Housing Needs Assessment, with recommendations for next steps.
For the past several years, the City of Muskegon has been a recognized
national leader in local government housing policy, investment, and delivery of
new housing units. Tonight, we wish to cover four topics related to housing as
an economic and community development tool, and to get feedback on
some ideas from the Commission as to next steps for our infill housing
program. Discussion was held and Commission thanked Director of
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Development Services Jacob Eckholm and his staff for the great work that has
been done.
E. Parks Acquisition Opportunities Public Works
Director of Public Works Dan VanderHeide presented information about
opportunities for acquisition in the parks system.
Staff has been working to define two potential opportunities for property to
add to the parks system. Specifically, the City has one application pending
with the MDNR Trust Fund for acquisition of property associated with the
Hartshorn site, as well as encouraging feedback on a potential additional
application to the MDNR Trust Fund for acquisition associated with the Sappi
site. Dan VanderHeide presented specific costs about each opportunity as
well as some context to help with the discussion. The timeline associated with
the Sappi opportunity would require a commitment by the City at the March
24, 2026, regular meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments received.
ADJOURNMENT
The Worksession Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC City Clerk
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
March 10, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
933 TERRACE STREET, MUSKEGON, MI 49440
MINUTES
The Regular Commission Meeting of the City of Muskegon was held at City Hall,
933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 10,
2026. Pastor Dewayne Riley from the Crestwood United Methodist Church,
opened the meeting with prayer, after which the Commission and public
recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Ken Johnson, Commissioners Rebecca St.Clair, Jay Kilgo, Willie
German, Jr., Kiley Jackson, and Katrina Kochin, City Manager Jonathan
Seyferth, City Attorney Brennen Gorman, and City Clerk Ann Marie Meisch
Absent: Vice Mayor Destinee Keener
2026-17 PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Recommendation of Annual Renewal of Liquor Licenses City Clerk
To adopt a resolution recommending the State withhold renewal of those liquor
license establishments who are in violation of Section 50-146 and 50-147 of the
Code of Ordinances for the City of Muskegon.
These establishments have been found to be in non-compliance with the City
Code of Ordinances and renewal of their liquor licenses should not be
recommended by the City Commission. If any of these establishments come
into compliance by March 19, 2026, they will be removed from this resolution,
and recommendation for their renewal will be forwarded to the Liquor Control
Commission.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.
The Public Hearing opened to hear and consider any comments from the
public. Lea Willett LeRoi asked that businesses not be approved who are not in
compliance.
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Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to close the
Public Hearing and adopt the resolution.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Johnson, Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, and St.Clair
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
B. Request to Create a New Neighborhood Enterprise Zone District at 1937
Lakeshore Drive Economic Development
Pursuant to Public Act 147 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1992 as amended,
staff has received a request to create a new Neighborhood Enterprise Zone
(NEZ) district for 1937 Lakeshore Drive.
This public hearing is being held to consider the establishment of the proposed
NEZ district. The applicant intends to develop residential condominium units at
this address. Inclusion in a NEZ district would allow eligible property owners to
apply for NEZ certificates, which reduce residential property taxes on newly
constructed or rehabilitated housing. Only the residential component of the
proposed condominium development would be affected by the NEZ
designation.
In accordance with Public Act 147 of 1992, as amended, notice of the
proposed NEZ district was mailed to all affected local taxing jurisdictions on
January 28, 2025.
Per state requirements:
• A public hearing must be held within 45 days of the notice being sent.
• The resolution establishing the NEZ district may not be adopted until at least
60 days after notice was issued.
The resolution to establish the NEZ district at 1937 Lakeshore Drive is scheduled
to return to the City Commission for consideration on April 14, 2026. State law
allows up to 15% of a local government’s total land area to be designated as
NEZ districts. The City of Muskegon is currently at 13.34%. The addition of the
proposed NEZ district at 1937 Lakeshore Drive would remain within the
allowable statutory limit.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to close the public hearing for the NEZ District
at 1937 Lakeshore Drive.
The Public Hearing opened to hear and consider any comments from the
public. No public comments were made.
Motion by Commissioner Kochin, second by Commissioner St.Clair, to close the
public hearing and create the NEZ District at 1937 Lakeshore Drive.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
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Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
Public comments received.
2026-18 CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes City Clerk
To approve minutes of the February 24, 2026, City Commission Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
B. Sale of 663, 647, 1557 Marquette, 768 Scott, and 1160
Ambrosia. Planning
Staff is seeking authorization to sell the City-owned vacant lots at 663, 647, 1557
Marquette, 768 Scott, and 1160 Ambrosia to Landmark Construction LLC
(Adam Hecht).
Landmark Construction LLC (Adam Hecht) would like to purchase the City-
owned buildable lots at 663, 647, 1557 Marquette, 768 Scott, and 1160
Ambrosia to build duplexes and ADUs (accessory dwelling units). 1160 Ambrosia
will be split into two build-able lots; and will have a duplex and an ADU built on
each, for a total of 6 duplexes and 6 ADUs. All addresses will apply for a PILOT
agreement. The projected rent range for the duplexes will be $1700-$2000 per
unit, and the ADUs will have an estimated rent range of $750-$900. Landmark
Construction is a locally owned company that Adam Hecht operates
alongside his daughter and son, Kara and Max.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To authorize the Code Coordinator to complete the
sale of 663, 647, 1557 Marquette, 768 Scott, and 1160 Ambrosia, as described in
the purchase agreement and to have the Mayor and Clerk sign the purchase
agreement.
D. Digital Billboard Policy Community Engagement
This policy establishes clear guidelines for how the City of Muskegon manages,
operates, and regulates its digital billboards, outlining their purpose, allowable
content, and fee structure.
The City of Muskegon operates four digital billboards located throughout the
community:
• Laketon Industrial Park (Laketon Avenue at US-31)
• Sherman Industrial Park (Black Creek Road at Sherman Boulevard)
• Farmers Market (Market Street at Terrace),
• Arena Billboard (Shoreline Drive at 4th Street)
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Since their installation, the City has not had a formal policy outlining the
application process, fee structure, eligible and ineligible content, or the
general purpose of these digital billboards. The proposed Digital Billboard Policy
addresses these gaps by establishing clear guidelines for their use and
management.
The policy defines the City’s digital billboards as a non-public forum, intended
primarily to promote City or community events and to lease advertising space
for commercial purposes. Advertising displayed under this policy constitutes
government or commercial speech, not an open platform for public
expression. Future adjustments to billboard fees will be made through the City’s
established fee schedule process.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: to approve the Digital Billboard Policy as presented,
authorizing its immediate implementation.
F. Approval of Amendment from Placer Labs. Inc. Economic Development
The City of Muskegon’s agreement with Placer Labs, Inc. for access to the
Placer.ai data analytics platform is due for renewal.
The City of Muskegon entered into an Order Form agreement with Placer Labs,
Inc. on April 14, 2021 for access to the Placer.ai analytics platform. The current
agreement term is set to expire, and this amendment extends the agreement
for an additional 12-month term commencing April 14, 2026 and ending April
13, 2027. Beginning April 14, 2026, the updated annual subscription fee will be
$18,522. This reflects a total list price of $22,750 with a discount of $4,228
applied.
The Placer.ai platform provides location analytics and visitation data used by
staff to support economic development efforts, including tracking attendance
and visitor patterns for special events, analyzing foot traffic in commercial
corridors and neighborhoods, evaluating park usage, and supporting
presentations such as the DDA Annual Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to approve the Amendment to Order Form
to continue services with Placer Labs, Inc. under the revised terms and
authorize Jake Eckholm to sign.
H. Road Maintenance Materials, Aggregates, and Concrete Public Works
Staff requests authorization to purchase road maintenance materials,
aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete from the selected bidders.
The Department of Public Works issued an invitation for bids to supply the City
with road maintenance materials, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete for
2026. These materials are utilized for a variety of projects, including preventive
maintenance and repairs of City streets, restoration of streets after
underground utility work, and winter maintenance operations.
Purchases will be made from the recommended bidders highlighted in yellow
on the bid tabs and will be contingent upon product availability, timely
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delivery, and quoted pricing. These materials are included in the budgets for
major roads, local roads, water, and sewer.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to approve purchases of road maintenance
materials, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete for 2026 from the selected
bidders.
I. 2026 Lift Station Improvements Contract Award Public Works
Staff requests authorization to enter into a contract with JK of Michigan in the
amount of $911,500 for improvements to four lift stations.
In April of 2025, Fleis & VandenBrink was hired to design improvements to two lift
stations (known as the Sherman and the Industrial Park lift stations). In
September of 2025, staff identified two more lift stations (known as the Beach St
and the Barney Ave lift stations) in need of improvement, and Commission
approved adding them to the contract. The project was put out for bids this
winter and we received two (2) bids. JK of Michigan is out of Jackson, is well-
known to Fleis & VandenBrink and capable, and is recommended for the
award. The bid price is under the budgeted amount of $1,000,000. The project
will be completed this year with no interruption of service to any customers.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to enter into a contract with
JK of Michigan in the amount of $911,500 for improvements to the Sherman,
Industrial Park, Beach St. and Barney Ave. lift stations.
M. McGraft Park - Pickleball Courts DPW- Parks
Staff requests authorization to contract with Midwest Construction for the
McGraft Park Pickleball Courts for $363,055.
Following the 2024 park master plan update, the Parks & Recreation
Department released a bid for construction design services for 4 park Master
Plan improvements (Richards, Kruse, Hartshorn and McGraft). These
improvements were all heavily supported by the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Committee with City Commission ultimately approving the Parks Capital
Improvement plan. Fleis & VandenBrink was selected as the construction
design service and developed construction plans for these new or updated
park amenities. Public input collected during the 2024 Park Master Plan process
demonstrated significant and growing demand for pickleball facilities within
the community. Converting the underutilized tennis courts at McGraft Park to a
multi-court pickleball configuration allows the City to respond to evolving
recreational trends while maximizing existing infrastructure and park space.
The proposed improvements at McGraft Park include conversion of 4 of the
existing tennis courts to pickleball courts, including installation of new court
surfacing and updated fencing. The City's intention is to leave 2 remaining
tennis courts east of the new pickleball area for future tennis use. Prior to this
plan, staff did connect with Muskegon Public schools to discuss the need for
tennis courts/programs. The feedback received was that 2 tennis courts would
be suffice for the possibility of a revived local tennis team in the future.
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Also seen on the plan, the City intends to connect the current parking lot to the
north of the basketball court to another set of 4 tennis courts, remove the nets
and fencing, and resurface them for expanded parking. Much of this work will
be done with City forces. With McGraft Park and its community center being
heavily rented and programmed, a polling location, home of the City's well-
loved McGraft Concern Series, and now an in-demand pickleball facility,
additional parking need is anticipated and already called for by frequent users
of the park. This repurposing will save the City the expense of creating an
entirely new parking area, and also helps to address the blight of additional
deteriorating tennis courts that are not well used.
The lowest qualifying bid for this project was Midwest Construction Group at
$363,055.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to contract with Midwest
Construction for the McGraft Park Pickleball Courts for $363,055.
N. Washwater Pump Valves Replacement Public Works
Staff is requesting authorization to contract with Underwater Construction
Corporation (UCC) for $179,340.00 to perform foot valve replacement,
cleaning, and inspection at the Water Filtration Plant.
The Filtration plant has 3 Washwater pumps used to back flush filters as filtered
sediment builds, extending the life of filter media. 2 out of the 3 pumps are
original to the 1936 construction of the filtration plant, including their foot and
isolation valves. Most recently the foot valve on Washwater pump #3 has failed
and needs replacement. This valve is located underwater in the finished water
reservoir at the water plant. The original plan was to drain this section of the
reservoir to install a new foot valve and perform the inspection while it was
empty. However, the engineering firm overseeing the project determined that
draining the reservoir was not recommended. As a result, staff rebid the project
to account for the use of divers to complete the valve replacement and
inspection underwater.
A proposal for bids was posted and 1 diving contractor's bid was received,
Underwater Construction Corporation (UCC). UCC is an experienced
commercial diving team that has previous experience with this type of work
including work in the City’s water reservoirs. UCC will follow AWWA C652 for
proper disinfection and diving procedures to ensure water remains safe for
consumption after work has been completed. This section of the reservoir will
also be isolated during the work and will be tested to ensure water meets
bacteriological, disinfectant, and turbidity standards before returning to
service. Diving was used for inspections on the other sections of the reservoir in
the summer of 2025 with no issues.
Staff recommends this project be awarded to Underwater Construction
Corporation for the work described above.
Total Bid Valve Replacement Cleaning Inspection
$179,340 $132,640 $38,610 $8,090
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to contract with Underwater
Construction Corporation for $179,340.00 to perform foot valve replacement,
cleaning, and inspection at the Water Filtration Plant.
Q. Approve CRC Recommendations City Clerk
The Community Relations Committee met on March 9, 2026, to accept
resignations and make appointments.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve Community Relations Committee
recommendations.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner Kochin, to adopt the
Consent Agenda as presented minus items C, E, G, J, K, L, O, and P.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
2026-19 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
C. Mobile Concession Application (Pere Marquette Park) - Chick-fil-
A DPW- Parks
The Parks Department has received an application from Chick-fil-A for a
concession agreement to run a mobile food concession at Pere Marquette.
Chick-fil-A has applied to be a mobile food vendor at Pere Marquette
Park. Per the concession policy, their fee to operate at the park in a mobile
unit is $1,000/year + 5% of gross receipts for operations conducted at beach
parks. The applicant has stated their frequency would be weekly with a
presence primarily on weekends. This would be a mobile trailer that is set up on
the weekends near the Kite Shack/new restroom parking lot. The intention is to
use this as a serving trailer, food will be prepped at a different location. Hours
of operation will be Fridays & Saturdays in the summer from 11a.m. - 7p.m.
when they do not have other commitments.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to enter into a concession
agreement with Chick-fil-A as a mobile food vendor at Pere Marquette Park.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner German, to authorize
staff to enter into a concession agreement with Chick-fil-A as a mobile food
vendor at Pere Marquette Park.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Jackson, St.Clair, Johnson, and German
Nays: Kochin and Kilgo
MOTION PASSES
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E. Soccer in the Sand DPW- Parks and Recreation
Soccer in the Sand and Inside Out's Volleyball Tournament have both applied
to hold their events at Pere Marquette on July 25-26, 2026. Per the event policy,
two events cannot occur on the same date at Pere Marquette. Soccer in the
Sand is seeking an exception to be made.
Soccer in the Sand Event Details include:
• Location: Pere Marquette (south of the playground)
• Setup: Friday, July 24
• Competition Dates: Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00
p.m.
• Teardown: Sunday, July 26 by 6 pm
• Description: Soccer in the Sand is a 5 v 5 sand soccer tournament held
annually at Pere Marquette since 2018. Teams can consist of 5 to 11
players and play against other teams in a similar age group. Games are
three 11-minute periods. Each team is guaranteed 3 games with
opportunities to advance to the semifinals and finals.
• Attendance: In 2025, there were approximately 1,200 participants, with a
total attendance estimated at approximately 4,000.
Soccer in the Sand has been on the same weekend as the Inside Out Volleyball
Tournament since its inception. The natural beach traffic and these events
make navigating and parking at Pere Marquette difficult during the weekend
of these events. Unfortunately, it has not been possible to move either event's
date. Soccer in the Sand has a national tour of events with tournaments on the
surrounding weekends. Inside Out works with other volleyball tournaments in
the area to create the season's schedule so they cannot move their date.
Inside Out has been hosting a tournament on this date longer than Soccer in
the Sand, and under the Special Event Policy, the event with the longer tenure
on the requested date is given preference.
In 2025, the City Commission approved allowing both events on the same
weekend with the understanding that transportation would be provided from
alternative parking areas. Staff followed up with the event organizers leading
up to the event to get details of the parking plan, and the organizers thought
the free beach shuttles were the answer to the transportation concerns. It was
too close to the event at that time to secure additional busing, and the
organizers acknowledged that the longevity of the event depends on the
planning for traffic. They encouraged attendees to carpool and to utilize the
shuttle transportation. The Beach Shuttle was used by a total of 86 individuals
on the tan line and 110 individuals on the blue line that weekend. The event
implemented schedule blocking, so teams were not scheduled all day. A
group would have morning games, and a different group would have
afternoon games. This allowed for parking turnover at midday. Staff saw
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improvements in traffic flow with the scheduling improvements and the use of
the Beach Shuttle.
Staff acknowledge the parking challenges during Soccer in the Sand, but
being on the same date as Inside Out has very little impact. On Saturday, Inside
Out has approximately 200 participants and 100 spectators utilizing 26
volleyball courts spread throughout the day. On Sunday, there are
approximately 64 participants and 50 spectators on the 8 courts north of The
Deck. Regardless of the weekend, Soccer in the Sand is held, transportation
concerns will need to be reviewed annually as the event grows.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to approve the Soccer in the Sand
Tournament to be held on July 25-26, 2026, at Pere Marquette.
Motion by Commissioner Kochin, second by Commissioner German, to
approve the Soccer in the Sand Tournament to be held on July 25-26, 2026, at
Pere Marquette.
Motion by Commissioner Kochin, second by Commissioner German, to table
and refer back to staff.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Johnson, German, Jackson, and Kochin
Nays: St.Clair and Kilgo
MOTION TO TABLE PASSES
G. GoodTemps Staffing Solutions - Temporary Staffing Services Agreement
Extension Employee Relations
The City of Muskegon utilizes a contract workforce for Public Services Division
(Parks, Cemetery, Highway, and Marina Departments), the Public Safety
Department, the Farmers Market, and the Arena. The extension proposes to
request approximately 50-75 full and part-time employees. Services include
contract laborers for seasonal projects as well as long-term, part-time positions,
and administrative and temporary office employees on an as needed basis.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the extension of the GoodTemps
Staffing Solutions Agreement for 2026.
Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to approve
the extension of the GoodTemps Staffing Solutions Agreement for 2026.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Johnson, Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, and St.Clair
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
J. Richards Park Proposals - ADA Kayak Launch DPW- Parks
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Staff requests authorization to contract with BMC for construction of an ADA-
accessible kayak launch at Richards Park for $156,590.
Following the 2024 park master plan update, the Parks & Recreation
Department released a bid for construction design services for 4 park Master
Plan improvements (Richards, Kruse, Hartshorn and McGraft). These
improvements were all heavily supported by the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Committee with City Commission ultimately approving the Parks Capital
Improvement plan. Fleis & VandenBrink was selected as the construction
design service and developed construction plans for these new or updated
park amenities. This ADA-accessible kayak launch is intended to enhance
equitable waterfront access and remove barriers for residents and visitors with
mobility challenges. This was identified as a priority through the 2024 Park
Master Plan process and reflects strong community support for expanding
waterfront accessibility.
The proposed improvements at Richards Park include installation of an ADA-
accessible kayak launch, construction of accessible parking spaces, and
development of a ADA-compliant accessible route connecting the parking
area to the launch site. This project will be complete by the Fall of 2026.
The lowest qualifying bid that staff recommends for this project is BMC with a
cost of $156,590. Bultsema Construction's bid does not include the specified
pre-manufactured ADA-accessible kayak launch equipment, and so is actually
about $30,000 higher than it appears.
Motion by Commissioner Kochin, second by Commissioner St.Clair, to authorize
staff to contract with BMC for construction of an ADA-accessible kayak launch
at Richards Park for $156,590.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
K. Kruse Park - ADA-Accessible Beach Access Ramp DPW- Parks
Staff requests authorization to contract with Midwest Construction in the
amount of $331,821 for the construction of an ADA-accessible beach access
ramp at Kruse Park.
Following the 2024 park master plan update, the Parks & Recreation
Department released a bid for construction design services for 4 park Master
Plan improvements (Richards, Kruse, Hartshorn and McGraft). These
improvements were all heavily supported by the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Committee with City Commission ultimately approving the Parks Capital
Improvement plan. Fleis & VandenBrink was selected as the construction
design service and developed construction plans for these new or updated
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park amenities. Replacement of the beach access ramp at Kruse Park that
was lost during the 2020 high water event has long been desired by staff and
the community. Restoration of this access is necessary to reestablish universal
connectivity between the park and the Lake Michigan shoreline and supports
the accessibility objectives outlined in the current Parks Improvement Plan.
The ramp design incorporates resiliency measures intended to mitigate impacts
from future high water events and shoreline erosion. Specifically, the structure
will include designated “sacrificial” sections engineered to fail or be removed
in a controlled manner under extreme conditions. This modular approach,
recommended by City of Muskegon engineering staff, will hopefully allow
damaged segments to be replaced independently without compromising the
structural integrity of the entire ramp system. The ramp components will be
securely anchored under normal operating conditions.
Staff recommends the lowest qualifying bid of $331,821 from Midwest
Construction. The bid from Patron Construction does not include pile-driving
equipment which Fleis & VandenBrink and the other contractors all felt
necessary. Midwest also offered (in their original bid) a 9% discount if awarded
multiple contracts, reducing the apparent price difference.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to contract with Midwest
Construction in the amount of $331,821 for the construction of an ADA-
accessible beach access ramp at Kruse Park.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner Kochin, to authorize
staff to contract with Midwest Construction in the amount of $331,821 for the
construction of an ADA-accessible beach access ramp at Kruse Park.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
L. Hartshorn Park - ADA-Accessible Fishing DPW- Parks
Staff requests authorization to contract with Tridon Construction in the amount
of $152,136.45 for construction of an ADA-accessible fishing area at Hartshorn
Park.
Following the 2024 park master plan update, the Parks & Recreation
Department released a bid for construction design services for 4 park master
plan improvements (Richards, Kruse, Hartshorn and McGraft). These
improvements were all heavily supported by the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Committee with City Commission ultimately approving the Parks Capital
Improvement plan. Fleis & VandenBrink was selected as the construction
design service and developed construction plans for these new or updated
park amenities. The addition of an ADA-accessible fishing component aligns
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with the City’s broader goal of improving accessibility across the park system
and was identified as a desired improvement during the master plan
engagement process.
This project includes development of an accessible fishing feature designed to
expand inclusive waterfront recreation opportunities. This amenity will be
constructed along the sea wall just northwest of the Hartshorn boat launch. This
is a popular location for locals and visitors to fish but the area has a variable
shoreline and many sandy spots. By paving the area, adding sidewalks, and
installing a toe-rail and seating, this improvement allows everyone - including
those with mobility challenges - to have a clear path to park and access
Muskegon Lake for fishing or other recreational purposes.
The lowest qualified bid for this project which staff recommends is $152,136.45
from Tridon Construction.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to contract with Tridon
Construction in the amount of $152,136.45 for construction of an ADA-
accessible fishing area at Hartshorn Park.
Motion by Commissioner Kochin, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to authorize
staff to contract with Tridon Construction in the amount of $152,136.45 for
construction of an ADA-accessible fishing area at Hartshorn Park.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
O. Police Vehicle Purchase Public Works
Staff requests authorization to purchase police vehicles from Berger Chevrolet
for a total expense of $222,188.
The equipment division is replacing older, out of warranty vehicles with newer
versions. The equipment division plans to purchase four Chevy Tahoes from
Berger Chevrolet for $55,547 each, totaling $222,188. These four vehicles will
replace older police vehicles and help ensure the police fleet stays running
reliably. Berger Chevrolet is a MiDeal awarded vendor. MiDeal is a cooperative
purchasing program managed by the State of Michigan that secures
competitive bid pricing to ensure the best value for member agencies. The
expense of $222,188 will be funded by the equipment fund as part of their
scheduled vehicle/equipment replacement for the 2026/2027 fiscal year.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to purchase police vehicles
from Berger Chevrolet for a total expense of $222,188.
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Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to authorize
staff to purchase police vehicles from Berger Chevrolet for a total expense of
$222,188.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, and German
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
P. Nelson School Use Agreement - Parks & Recreation Programming DPW-
Parks
The Parks & Recreation Department has received a proposal from General
Capital Group regarding shared use of the gymnasium and cafeteria space
within Nelson School. The estimated annual operating cost to the City is
approximately $22,000, primarily associated with utilities. At this time, no
additional fees or upfront capital contributions have been requested. Based
on the current schedule, the space would become available in 2027 once the
redevelopment is complete.
General Capital Group is currently pursuing acquisition of the Nelson School
property with the intent to renovate the building into mixed-income residential
apartments, addressing a documented housing need within the community. As
part of their redevelopment concept, the developer has proposed allocating
the gymnasium and former cafeteria space (without a kitchen) for use by the
City’s Parks & Recreation Department.
Under the proposed arrangement, the developer would be responsible for
completing necessary code compliance improvements and initial upgrades to
make the designated spaces operational. No capital investment is being
requested from the City at this time.
The Parks & Recreation Department anticipates utilizing the facility for
affordable community rentals, similar in function to McGraft Park facilities and
the Sim-Ray Center, as well as for expanded recreation programming. While
the City maintains numerous park assets, it currently lacks a municipally
controlled indoor facility that includes both a full gymnasium and multi-purpose
space. This opportunity would address a recognized service gap and support
expanded summer recreation programming and additional community
activities.
The developer has requested a formal indication of the City’s interest in
proceeding with the agreement to assist with their redevelopment planning
and financing timeline. The Letter of Intent (LOI) will satisfy their need, but does
not obligate the City to signing the lease since details are
forthcoming. Discussions have indicated that the City would not be able to
occupy the space until some time in 2027, and staff will budget in future years
accordingly.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to authorize staff to negotiate with General
Capital Group for recreational usage of the gymnasium and multi-purpose
space at Nelson School.
Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kochin, to
authorize staff to negotiate with General Capital Group for recreational usage
of the gymnasium and multi-purpose space at Nelson School.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, and Jackson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Commissioner German thanked Muskegon Public School for putting on the I
Am Living Black History event. He and four others were honored at this event.
He was excited to speak to the students.
Commissioner Kilgo recognized all the ladies in the room, this is Women’s History
Month. He also mentioned that March is National Colorectal Cancer
Awareness Month. If you can, wear blue this month.
Commissioner Kochin also wanted to recognize all the women that work at the
City, our citizens and staff. She also stated that it was a huge win for
accessibility and our citizens who have spoken out about accessibility in our
City.
Commissioner German also stated he is grateful for the women and what they
have to deal with.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments received.
2026-20 CLOSED SESSION
A. Attorney Client Privileged Communication Manager's Office
Motion by Commissioner St.Clair, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to go into
Closed Session to consider two distinct matters each of which consist of
material exempt from discussion or disclosure under State or Federal Statute as
an attorney client communication
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
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Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner St.Clair, to come out
of Closed Session.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Johnson, Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, and St.Clair
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Commissioner Jackson, second by Commissioner Kochin, to
approve settlement as presented.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Jackson, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
ADJOURNMENT
The City Commission meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC City Clerk
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Deficit Elimination Plan-Brownfield
Redevelopment Activities
Submitted by: Kenneth Grant, Finance Director Department: Finance
Brief Summary:
Brief Summary: To approve the Deficit Elimination plan and resolution for the Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority (combined) and direct staff to submit plan to the State of Michigan
Detailed Summary & Background:
At June 30, 2025 the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (combined) had a $133,849.00 deficit. Act
275 of Public Acts of 1980 requires the City to formulate a deficit elimination plan and submit it to the
Michigan Department of Treasury. The deficit elimination plan and resolution for the Brown Field
Redevelopment are attached.
Goal/Action Item:
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
Yes No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To approve the Deficit Elimination plan and resolution for the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
(combined) and direct staff to submit plan to the State of Michiga
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
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Legal Review
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DEFICIT ELIMINATION PLAN
City of Muskegon
State ID Number 61-2020
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (Combined Brownfield)
March 24, 2026
At June 30, 2025, the City of Muskegon’s Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (combined) had an unrestricted deficit of
$251,682. The current liabilities exceeded the current assets by $133,849 which triggers a deficit. Due to the
uncertainty of development, the payables were held after June 30, 2025. For the fiscal year 2025-26, the payables will
be disbursed to the Tax Authority utilizing property tax captures, therefore eliminating the deficit.
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES
PROPOSED
FY2025-26
OPERATION REVENUE
PROPERTY TAXES $ 1,373,768.00
Other
Total Operating Revenue $ 1,373,768.00
OPERATING EXPENSES
Administration
Contractual Services $ 1,222,086.00
Depreciation $ -
Total Operating Expenses $ 1,222,086.00
Operation income(loss) $ 151,682.00
NONOPERATING REVENUES (EXPENSES)
Investment Earnings
Interest Expense
Income(loss) before capital contributions $ 151,682.00
CAPITAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Capital grants and Contributions
Transfers In FROM GF
Change in Net Position $ 151,682.00
Net Position at beginning of year $ (251,682.00)
Net position at end of year $ (100,000.00)
2025-26
UNRESTRICED LESS NON CURRENT LIABILITIES $ (133,849.00)
REVENUES $ 1,373,768.00
EXPENDITURES $ 1,222,086.00
DEPRECIATION
MINUS CA-CL $ 17,833.00
2024-25 TAX DISBURSEMENTS WERE NOT PAID BY JUNE 30, 2025
GOING FORWARD THE PAYABLES WILL BE PAID PRIOR TO THE END OF THE 25-26 FISCAL YEAR
THEREFORE ELIMINATING THE DEFICIT WHERE CURRENT LIABILITES EXCEED CURRENT ASSETS
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
MUSKEGON COUNTY, MICHIGAN
RESOLUTION NO.______________
WHEREAS City of Muskegon’s Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (combined) had a
$133,849.00 deficit balance June 30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Act 275 of the Public Acts of 1980 requires that a Deficit Elimination Plan
be formulated by the local unit of government and filed with the Michigan Department of
Treasury:
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED that the City Commission of the City of
Muskegon adopts the following as the City of Muskegon’s Brownfield Redevelopment
Authority (combined) Deficit Elimination Plan.
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Adopted this _______day of March 24, 2026
By:__________________________________
Ken Johnson
Its Mayor
By:__________________________________
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC
Its Clerk
CERTIFICATION
This resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City commission, held on March
24, 2026. The meeting was properly held and noticed pursuant to Open Meetings Act of
the State of Michigan, Act 267 of the Public Acts of 1967.
CITY OF MUSKEGON
By: ________________________________
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC
City Clerk
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Economic Development Revolving Loan
Fund Request – OB’s Southern Brunch House
Submitted by: Jocelyn Hines, Development Department: Economic Development
Analyst
Brief Summary:
OB's Southern Brunch House has requested a loan in the amount of $50,000 from the Economic
Development Revolving Loan Fund
Detailed Summary & Background:
OB’s Southern Brunch House has submitted a request for a $50,000 loan through the City’s Economic
Development Revolving Loan Fund (RLF). The requested funds will provide gap financing between
the owners’ equity investment and their commercial loan.
The business will be located at 379 W. Western Avenue, Suite 102, within the Sidock Group building.
OB’s Southern Brunch House will offer southern-inspired brunch dishes and craft beverages. The
business is expected to create several new job opportunities and serve as a positive addition to the
downtown business district.
The owners, Will and Fatima Roberson, are experienced entrepreneurs who have successfully
operated other businesses, including a staffing agency.
The proposed loan term is five (5) years, with the loan anticipated to conclude in April 2031.
Additional details regarding the loan terms are included in the attached loan term agreement.
The Ad Hoc Economic Development Loan Fund Advisory Committee met to review the application
and supporting materials and recommends approval of the $50,000 loan.
The Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund has traditionally been used to supplement
conventional financing sources and assist with financial gaps for new or expanding businesses that
contribute to the City’s economic development goals.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 2: Economic Development Housing and Business - Progress toward new and ongoing
economic development projects
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
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$50,000 Yes No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
493-000-061 Yes No N/A
Recommended Motion:
I move to approve a loan in the amount of $50,000 to Roberson Entertainment, LLC from the
Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund for OB's Southern Brunch House.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division City of Muskegon Economic Development
Head Revolving Loan Fund
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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Application for Term Loan
City of Muskegon Revolving Loan Fund
Application Date: 10/29/2025
Applicant Business: _OB's Southern Brunch House
Sole Proprietorship Partnership Corporation
Principals: Name Address %Ownership
William Roberson 1524 Garrison Rd, Muskegon, MI 49441 100
Business Address: 379 W. Western Ave, Suite 102, Muskegon, MI 49440
Project Address: Same
Employment: 2 Now 10 On Project Completion 18 After One Year
Source of Funds Equity amount in business
(Including new loan): $ $80,000 35 % of total
Bank Participation: $ 100,000 43 % of total
City RLF Loan Requested: $ 50,000 22 % of total
TOTAL SOURCES: $ 230,880 100%
Use of Funds: Land and Building: $ 21,000
Site Improvements: $ 9,880
Construction/Renovation: $ 50,000
Machinery & Equipment: $ 100,000
Furniture and Fixtures: $
Working Capital: $ 25,000
Legal and Closing: $ 25,000 (Due & payable at closing from loan
proceeds)
TOTAL USES: $ 230,880
Collateral Offered:
(I) or (We) certify that the information in the application and other supporting documents is true and
accurate. Any other use of City of Muskegon Revolving Loan Funds than as requested constitutes fraud. (I)
or (We) further agree to comply with the Federal Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity statutes of Title VI
and Title VIII and Michigan Civil Rights Act and Fair Employment Practices Act and related rules and
regulations.
(s)
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Date: 11/14/2025 Loan Request: $50,000
Company Information:
Current Location: Project Location:
379 W. Western Ave, Suite 102, Muskegon, MI 49440 Same as current
Principal: Address:
Summary of Project:
A vibrant, community-focused brunch spot centered on Southern-inspired dishes with a modern
twist. Expect brunch classics (shrimp & grits, chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy) alongside
inventive seasonal plates, craft beverages, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Upscale
casual dining in a bustling downtown Muskegon setting, designed to be a social hub for morning to
early afternoon, early evening crowds, families, professionals, and visitors.
OB's will create several job opportunities across the front-of-house, kitchen, and in operations. We
will drive ancillary foot traffic to nearby shops, galleries, and entertainment venues, boosting overall
downtown visitation. Our goal is to become a staple attraction for visitors exploring downtown
Muskegon, helping to extend their stays in the area and attract a new demographic.
Employment:
Shoreline Staffing
Sources and Uses Summary: See Attached
SOURCES USES
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Other Financial Comments:
I am seeking a loan to cover the gap between my equity investment and my commercial loan.
Loan Package Structure:
Collateral:
Kitchen equipment, furniture, and liquor license.
Recommendation:
*Information contained in this application and supporting documentation may be subject to review by the
public if a Freedom of Information Request is filed.
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TERM LOAN AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made on March ____, 2026 (“Effective Date”), between Roberson
Entertainment, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 1524 Garrison Rd., Muskegon, MI
49441 (“Borrower”), and the City of Muskegon, a Michigan municipal corporation, of 933
Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan 49440 (“City”), with reference to the following facts:
Background
A. Borrower has requested a term loan of Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($50,000.00) for the purpose of completing construction and improvements to its restaurant
commonly known as “OB’s Southern Brunch House,” which will be located at 379 W. Western
Ave., Suite 102, Muskegon, Michigan 49440.
B. The City has agreed to make the loan subject to the terms and conditions set
forth below.
Therefore, for good and valuable consideration, the parties agree as follows:
1. Conditions of loan.
a. The Loan. The City agrees to make a loan to Borrower of Fifty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) subject to the following conditions:
i. Fulfillment of all conditions contained in Section 3;
ii. The Loan Agreement must be closed on or before ____________.
iii. Delivery to the City of a Promissory Note (“Note”) in form and
substance acceptable to the City, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit A; and
iv. At the time of borrowing no Event of Default as defined in Section
7 exists and no event exists which with notice and/or the passage of time could
become an Event of Default.
b. Payments. The principal amount of the Note shall be payable in monthly
installments of Nine Hundred Sixty-One and 77/100 Dollars ($961.77) each to be paid on
the 1st of each month, beginning on May 1, 2026, and continuing until April 30, 2031,
when the entire balance of principal and interest shall be due and payable in full.
c. Interest. The Note shall bear interest on the outstanding balance at the
rate of 5.79% per annum.
d. Prepayments. The Borrower may at any time prepay without penalty all
or any portion of the principal, and any such payments shall be applied to the principal
installments last coming due.
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2. Security.
a. Security Agreement. To secure the full and timely performance of
Borrower’s covenants set out in this Agreement and to secure the repayment of the
loans and advances made and to be made (the “Indebtedness”), Borrower agrees to
execute and deliver to the City a security agreement (“Security Agreement”) in form and
substance satisfactory to the City, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit B, giving the
City a valid lien and security interest in the personal property described in the Security
Agreement.
b. Personal Guaranty. As additional security, William Roberson Sr. and
Fatima Roberson, and any other member of Roberson Entertainment, LLC, will jointly
and severally personally guarantee repayment of the Indebtedness, as well as any
members of successor entities of Roberson Entertainment, LLC.
3. Conditions Precedent to Obligations of City. The obligations of the City under
this Agreement are subject to the occurrence, prior to or simultaneously with the Borrower’s
receipt of the loan of each of the following conditions, any or all of which may be waived in
whole or in part by the City in writing:
a. Documents Executed. Borrower shall have executed and delivered to
the City all documents required to consummate this transaction.
b. Hazard Insurance. Borrower shall have furnished to the City, in a form
satisfactory to the City, hazard insurance policies, with loss payable clauses in favor of
the City as its interest appears, relating to the properties of Borrower described in
Section 2, in an amount equal to the full replacement cost of such properties.
c. Personal Guarantee. William Roberson and Fatima Roberson shall
execute and deliver to the City an agreement of guarantee of the Indebtedness
(“Personal Guaranty”) in form and substance satisfactory to the City, a copy of which is
attached as Exhibit C.
d. Certified Resolutions. Borrower shall have furnished to the City a copy
of the resolution of Borrower authorizing the execution, delivery, and performance of this
Agreement, the borrowing of $50,000.00 from the City, the Note, and any other
documents contemplated by this Agreement.
e. Certificate of Good Standing. Borrower shall have furnished to the City
a certificate of good standing from the Michigan Department of Commerce with respect
to the Borrower, as of a recent date.
4. Warranties and Representations. Borrower represents and warrants to the
City that, as of the date of the borrowing:
a. Corporate Existence and Power. Borrower represents and warrants
that:
i. Borrower is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing
under the laws of the State of Michigan;
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ii. Borrower has the power and authority to enter into and perform its
obligations under this Agreement; and
iii. The Agreement, the Note, the Security Agreement, the Personal
Guaranty, and all other documents referred to in this Agreement, when executed
on behalf of Borrower will be valid and binding obligations of Borrower, legally
enforceable in accordance with their terms.
b. Actions, Suits, or Proceedings. There are no actions, suits, or
proceedings, and no proceedings before any arbitrator or by or before any governmental
commission, board, bureau or other administrative agency, pending, or, to the best of
Borrower’s knowledge, threatened, against or affecting Borrower or any properties or
rights of Borrower which, if adversely determined, could materially impair the right of
Borrower to carry on business substantially as now conducted or could have a materially
adverse effect upon the financial condition of Borrower.
c. No Liens, Pledges, Mortgages or Security Interests. Except for liens
of the City and 4Front Credit Union, none of Borrower’s assets are subject to any
mortgage, pledge, lien, security interest or other encumbrance of any kind or character,
except the security interest of the parties listed on Exhibit B in the personal property of
Borrower described in Section 2 pursuant to the Security Agreement.
d. Accounting Principles. Balance sheets, earning statements, and other
financial data are furnished to the City, for the purposes of, or in connection with this
Agreement and the transactions contemplated by this Agreement have been prepared in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, consistently applied and do
or will fairly present the financial condition of the Borrower as of the dates, and the
results of their operations for the period, for which the same are furnished to the City.
e. Conditions Precedent. As of the date of this Agreement, all conditions
precedent referred to in Section 3 have been satisfied.
5. Affirmative Covenants. Until the principal and interest on the Note is paid in
full, Borrower covenants and agrees that it will:
a. Annual Financial Reports. Furnish to the City, in form satisfactory to
the City, not later than 90 days after the close of each fiscal year of Borrower, beginning
with Borrower’s fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, a balance sheet as of the close
of each such fiscal year, statements of income and retained earnings and changes in
financial position for each such year, and such other comments and financial details as
are usually included in similar reports. The reports shall be prepared in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles consistently applied.
b. Adverse Events. Promptly inform the City of the occurrence of any
Event of Default or of any event which, with notice and/or the passage of time would
become an Event of Default, or of any occurrence which has or could reasonably be
expected to have a materially adverse effect upon Borrower’s business, properties,
financial condition or ability to comply with its obligations under this Agreement.
c. Other Information Upon Request. Promptly furnish to the City such
other information regarding the operations, business affairs, and financial condition of
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Borrower as the City may reasonably request from time to time and permit the City and
its employees, attorneys and agents, to inspect all of the books, records, and properties
of Borrower at any reasonable time.
d. Non-Discrimination. Ensure that no person in the United States shall on
the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin or sex be excluded from participating in,
be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subject to discrimination in connection with
Borrower’s activities as recipient of the financial assistance provided by this Loan.
e. Insurance. Keep its insurable properties adequately insured and
maintain:
i. insurance against fire and other risks customarily insured against
by businesses engaged in the same or similar activities as that of Borrower;
ii. necessary worker’s compensation insurance;
iii. public liability and product liability insurance; and
iv. such other insurance as may be required by law or as may be
reasonably required in writing by the City.
All such insurance shall be in amounts, contain terms, in a form, for such purposes and
written by such companies as may be satisfactory to the City. Borrower will deliver to the City,
at its request, evidence satisfactory to the City that such insurance has been procured and
showing the City as additional insured or loss payee, as the case may be.
f. Affirmative Action Program. Comply with all applicable Affirmative
Action Programs, if any, approved by the City of Muskegon.
g. Maintain Business Entity and Property. Do or cause to be done all
things necessary to preserve and keep in full force and effect its own existence, rights
and franchises and comply with all applicable laws; continue to conduct and operate its
business substantially as conducted and operated during the present and preceding
calendar year; at all times maintain and preserve all of the remainder of its property used
or useful in the conduct of its business and keep the same in good repair, working order
and condition, and from time to time make, or cause to be made, all needed and proper
repairs, renewals, replacements, betterments and improvements thereto so that the
Borrower’s business may be properly and advantageously conducted at all times.
h. Use of Loan Proceeds. Use the proceeds of the loan for the purpose
set forth in the Background to this Agreement.
6. Negative Covenants. From the date of this Agreement until the Note is paid in
full, Borrower covenants and agrees that Borrower will not, without the prior written consent of
the City:
a. Liens. Create, incur, assume, or allow to exist any mortgage, pledge,
encumbrance, security interest, lien, or charge of any kind (including any charge upon
property purchased under a conditional sale or other title retaining agreement) upon any
of its property or assets, whether now owned or hereafter acquired, other than in favor of
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the City, except: (i) as required or permitted in this Agreement; (ii) liens for taxes not
delinquent, or being contested in good faith, and, if requested by the City, bonded in a
manner satisfactory to the City; and (iii) liens not delinquent created by statute in
connection with worker’s compensation, unemployment insurance, social security, and
similar statutory obligations.
b. Indebtedness. Incur, create, assume, or permit to exist any
indebtedness or liability on account of deposits or advances or any indebtedness or
liability for borrowed money, or any other indebtedness or liability evidenced by notes,
bonds, debentures, or similar obligations, indebtedness required or permitted under this
Agreement or indebtedness subordinated to the prior payment in full of Borrower’s
Indebtedness to the City upon the terms and conditions approved in writing by the City.
c. Extension of Credit. Make loans, advances or extensions of credit to
any Person, except for sales on open account and in the ordinary course of business.
For the purpose of this Agreement, the word “Person” means any individual, corporation,
limited liability company, partnership, trust, unincorporated association, joint stock
company, or other entity.
d. Guarantee Obligations. Guarantee or otherwise in any way become or
be responsible for obligations of any other Person, whether by agreement to purchase
the indebtedness of any other Person, or agreement for the furnishing of funds to any
other Person through the purchase of goods, supplies, or services (or by way of stock
purchase, capital contribution, advance, or loan) for the purpose of paying or discharging
the indebtedness of any other Person, or otherwise, except for the endorsement of
negotiable instruments by Borrower in the ordinary course of business for collection.
e. Subordinate Indebtedness. Subordinate any indebtedness due
Borrower from any Person to the indebtedness of other creditors of the obligor.
f. Sale of Assets. Sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of any of its assets
except in the ordinary course of business.
g. Merger. Enter into any merger, consolidation, reorganization, or
recapitalization or purchase or otherwise acquire all or substantially all of the assets of
any other Person.
h. Compensation. Without the prior written consent of the City, permit the
compensation of any manager, member, or proprietor to be excessive, taking into
consideration the financial circumstances of Borrower and the position and qualification
of the Person.
7. Default.
a. Events of Default. Should any of the following events (an “Event of
Default”) occur, Borrower shall be in default under this Agreement:
i. Misrepresentation. If any warranty or representation of Borrower
in connection with or contained in this Agreement, or if any financial data or other
information now or later furnished to the City by or on behalf of Borrower, shall
prove to be false or misleading in any material respect;
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ii. Failure to Pay Monies Due. If any principal of or interest on the
Indebtedness shall not be paid within ten days after the same becomes due;
iii. Noncompliance with City Agreement. If Borrower shall fail to
perform any of its obligations and covenants hereunder, or shall fail to comply
with any of the provisions of this Agreement or any other agreement with the City
to which it may be a party;
iv. Other Defaults. If Borrower shall default in the due payment of
any of its indebtedness (other than the Indebtedness) or in the observance or
performance of any term, covenant, or condition in any agreement or instrument
evidencing, securing, or relating to such other indebtedness, and such default
shall be continued for a period sufficient to permit acceleration of such
indebtedness;
v. Judgments. If there shall be rendered against Borrower one or
more judgments or decrees involving an aggregate liability of $10,000.00 or
more, which has or have become nonappealable and shall remain undischarged,
unsatisfied by insurance and unstayed for more than 20 days, whether or not
consecutive; or if a writ of attachment or garnishment against the property of
Borrower shall be issued and levied in an action claiming $10,000.00 or more,
and not released or appealed and bonded in a manner satisfactory to the City;
vi. Business Suspension, Bankruptcy, Etc. If Borrower shall
voluntarily suspend transaction of Borrower’s business or make a general
assignment for the benefit of creditors; or shall be adjudicated a bankrupt; or
shall file a voluntary petition in bankruptcy or for a reorganization or to effect a
plan or other arrangement with Borrower’s creditors; or shall file an answer to a
creditor’s petition or other petition against Borrower (admitting the material
allegations thereof) for an adjudication in bankruptcy or for a reorganization; or
shall apply for or permit the appointment of a receiver, trustee, or custodian for
any substantial portion of the properties or assets of Borrower; or if any order
shall be entered by any court approving an involuntary petition seeking
reorganization; or if a receiver, trustee, or custodian shall be appointed for
Borrower or if any substantial bankruptcy, reorganization, or liquidation
proceedings are instituted against Borrower and remain undismissed for 30 days;
or if Borrower becomes unable to meet Borrower’s obligations as they mature; or
if Borrower commits an act of bankruptcy;
vii. Change of Control or Management. If Borrower or a controlling
portion of its membership or a substantial portion of its assets comes under the
practical, beneficial or effective control of one or more persons, whether by
reason of death, merger, consolidation, sale or purchase of interest or assets or
otherwise; and if any such change of control adversely impacts, in the sole
judgment of the City, upon the ability of Borrower to carry on its business as
previously conducted;
b. Acceleration of Indebtedness. Upon the occurrence of any of the
Events of Default described in Sections 7(a)(i) or 7(a)(ii) or upon the occurrence of any
of the Events of Default described in Sections 7(a)(iii) through 7(a)(vii) inclusive, which is
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not cured by Borrower or waived by the City within 30 days after notice to Borrower by
the City, all Indebtedness shall be immediately due and payable in full at the option of
the City without presentation, demand, protest, notice of dishonor, or other notice of any
kind, all of which are expressly waived. Unless all of the Indebtedness is then fully paid,
the City shall have and may exercise any one or more of the rights and remedies for
which provision is made for a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code or
under any mortgage, security agreement, pledge agreement, assignment or any other
related document, including, without limitation, the right to take possession and sell,
lease, or otherwise dispose of any or all of the Collateral. Borrower agrees, upon
request of the City, to assemble the Collateral and make it available to the City at any
place designated by the City which is reasonably convenient to the City and Borrower.
c. Cumulative Remedies. The remedies provided for by this Agreement
are cumulative to the remedies for collection of the Indebtedness as provided by law or
by any mortgage, security agreement, or any related document. Nothing in this
Agreement is intended, nor should it be construed, to preclude the City from pursuing
any other remedy for the recovery of any other sum to which the City may be or become
entitled for the breach of this Agreement by Borrower.
d. Written Waivers. No default shall be waived by the City except in writing
signed by an officer of the City, and no waiver of any default shall operate as a waiver of
any other default or of the same default on a future occasion.
8. Miscellaneous.
a. Governing Law. This Agreement will be governed by and interpreted in
accordance with the laws of the state of Michigan.
b. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of
the parties and supersedes any other agreements, written or oral, that may have been
made by and between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement.
All contemporaneous or prior negotiations and representations have been merged into
this Agreement.
c. Amendment. This Agreement shall not be modified or amended except
in a subsequent writing signed by all parties.
d. Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and enforceable
by the parties and their respective legal representatives, permitted successors, and
assigns.
e. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, and
each set of duly delivered identical counterparts which includes all signatories, shall be
deemed to be one original document.
f. Full Execution. This Agreement requires the signature of all parties.
Until fully executed, on a single copy or in counterparts, this Agreement is of no binding
force or effect and if not fully executed, this Agreement is void.
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g. Non-Waiver. No waiver by any party of any provision of this Agreement
shall constitute a waiver by such party of any other provision of this Agreement.
h. Severability. Should any one or more of the provisions of this
Agreement be determined to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable in any respect, the
validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall
not in any way be impaired or affected.
i. No Reliance. Each party acknowledges that it has had full opportunity to
consult with legal and financial advisors as it has been deemed necessary or advisable
in connection with its decision to knowingly enter into this Agreement. Neither party has
executed this Agreement in reliance on any representations, warranties, or statements
made by the other party other than those expressly set forth in this Agreement.
j. Assignment or Delegation. Except as otherwise specifically set forth in
this Agreement, neither party shall assign all or any portion of its rights and obligations
contained in this Agreement without the express or prior written approval of the other
party, in which approval may be withheld in the other party's sole discretion.
k. Venue and Jurisdiction. The parties agree that for purposes of any
dispute in connection with this Agreement, the Muskegon County Circuit Court shall
have exclusive personal and subject matter jurisdiction and that Muskegon County is the
exclusive venue.
CITY – CITY OF MUSKEGON BORROWER – ROBERSON ENTERTAINMENT, LLC
By: _______________________________ By: _______________________________
Name: Ken Johnson Name: William Roberson Sr.
Title: Mayor Title: ______________________
Dated: ____________, 2026 Dated: ____________, 2026
By: ______________________________
Name: Ann Meisch
Title: City Clerk
Dated: ____________, 2026
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Exhibit A
Promissory Note
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Exhibit B
Security Agreement
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Exhibit C
Personal Guaranty
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SECURITY AGREEMENT
This Security Agreement is made on March ___ 2026 (“Effective Date”), between
Roberson Entertainment, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 1524 Garrison Rd.,
Muskegon, MI 49441 (“Borrower”), and the City of Muskegon, a Michigan municipal
corporation, of 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan 49440 (“City”), with reference to the
following facts:
Background
A. Debtor has received from City a loan in the amount of $50,000.00 pursuant to the
terms and conditions of a certain term loan agreement between City and Debtor of even date
(“Loan Agreement”).
B. Debtor has agreed to grant a security interest in all of its assets as security for
payment of the loan pursuant to the terms of a certain promissory note between Debtor and City
of even date (“Note”).
Therefore, for good and valuable consideration, the parties agree as follows:
1. Definitions. As used in this Security Agreement, the following definitions (in
addition to other terms and provisions set forth in Article IX of the Michigan Uniform Commercial
Code, MCL 440.9101 et seq.) shall apply:
a. Collateral. The collateral shall consist of all of the personal property of
Debtor, wherever situated, whether now owned or later acquired, including: Accounts;
Chattel paper; Deposit Accounts; Documents; Furniture; Equipment; Liquor Licenses;
Farm Products; General Intangibles, including payment intangibles; Goods; Instruments,
including promissory notes; Inventory; Investment Property; Letters of Credit and Letters
of Credit Rights; Supporting Obligations. To the extent not listed above as original
Collateral, proceeds and products of the foregoing, including all Inventory repossessed
or returned; and, in addition, as used in this Agreement, Inventory includes goods held
for sale or lease or furnished or to be furnished under contracts of service, or goods
being processed for sale in Debtor’s business, as now or later conducted, including raw
materials, work in process, finished goods, and materials and supplies used or
consumed in Debtor’s business. All of the above shall be referred to as the “Collateral”.
b. Obligations. This Security Agreement secures the following (collectively,
the “Obligations”):
i. Debtor’s obligations and liabilities under the Loan Agreement,
including any agreements or instruments referred to therein, the Note and this
Agreement;
ii. The repayment of (1) any amounts that City may advance or
spend for the maintenance or preservation of the Collateral; and (2) any other
expenditures that City may make under the provisions of this Security Agreement
or for the benefit of Debtor;
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iii. All amounts owed under any modifications, renewals, or
extensions of any of the foregoing items; and
iv. Any of the foregoing that arises after the filing of a petition by or
against Debtor under the Bankruptcy Code, even if the obligations due do not
accrue because of the automatic stay under the Bankruptcy Code Section 362 or
otherwise.
c. Term. A period of time commencing on the date of this Agreement and
ending on the Termination Date.
d. Termination Date. The date when all Obligations owed by Debtor to City
have been satisfied.
e. UCC. Any term used in the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted from
time to time in the State of Michigan (“UCC”) and not defined in this Security Agreement
has the meaning given to the term in the UCC.
2. Grant of Security Interest. As security for the payment or performance of the
Obligations, Debtor grants a Security Interest in the Collateral to City.
3. Perfection of Security Interests.
a. Filing of Financing Statement. Debtor authorizes City to file a financing
statement (the “Financing Statement”) describing the Collateral.
b. Possession. Debtor shall have possession of the Collateral, except
where otherwise expressly provided in this Security Agreement.
c. Control. Debtor will cooperate at all times with City in obtaining control
with respect to the Collateral.
4. Post-Effective Date Covenants and Rights Concerning the Collateral.
a. Inspection. The parties to this Security Agreement may inspect any
Collateral in the other party’s possession or control at any time upon reasonable notice.
b. Personal Property. The Collateral shall remain personal property at all
times; and Debtor shall not affix any of the Collateral to any real property in any manner
that would change its nature from that of personal property to real property or to a
fixture.
c. City Collection Rights. City shall have the right at any time to enforce
Debtor’s rights against the account debtors and obligors.
d. Limitations on Duties Concerning Maintenance of Collateral.
i. Debtor has the risk of loss of the Collateral; and
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ii. City has no duty to collect any income accruing on the Collateral
or to preserve any rights relating to the Collateral.
e. Inventory. Debtor has the power to sell Debtor’s Inventory in the
ordinary course of Debtor’s business, provided that Debtor is not in default. In addition,
the parties agree as follows:
i. A sale of Debtor’s Inventory not in the ordinary course of business
shall constitute a default; and
ii. The interest of City shall continue in all proceeds of sales and all
dispositions of Debtor’s Inventory.
5. Covenants, Warranties and Representations of Debtor. Debtor, as an
inducement to City to extend credit to Debtor, covenants, represents, and warrants to City the
following:
a. Title to and Transfer of Collateral. Debtor has rights in or the power to
transfer the Collateral, and its title to the Collateral is free of all adverse claims, liens,
security interests, and restrictions on transfer or pledge.
b. Location of Collateral. Debtor will maintain the Collateral at, and will not
remove the Collateral from, Debtor’s business address of 379 W. Western Ave., Suite
102, Muskegon, Michigan 49440, without the prior written consent of City. Debtor will
promptly notify City in writing of any change in the location of any place of business or
establishment of any new place of business of Debtor.
c. Organization and Name. Debtor is duly organized and operating a
business under the laws of the State of Michigan; and, further, until the Obligations are
paid in full, Debtor agrees that Debtor will:
i. Preserve its existence in good standing and not, in one
transaction or a series of related transactions, merge into or consolidate with any
other entity, or sell all or substantially all of Debtor’s assets;
ii. Not change Debtor’s name without the written consent of City.
Debtor’s exact legal name is as set forth in the first paragraph of this Security
Agreement; and
iii. Not change its location as that term is defined in UCC 9-307 (MCL
440.9307).
d. Use. The Collateral will be used primarily for Debtor’s business.
e. Records. Debtor will at all times during this Agreement keep accurate
and complete records of Debtor’s Collateral, and will, at any time at the request of City,
deliver to City a schedule specifically identifying all of the Collateral.
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f. Insurance. Debtor will keep the Collateral continuously insured with
insurance carriers in amounts and against risks that shall be reasonably satisfactory to
City, with the loss payable clause in favor of City.
g. Indemnification. Debtor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless City
from any loss or damage caused by the Collateral or its use, and immediately to give
written notice to City of any loss of or damage to the Collateral occasioned by any
cause.
h. Impairment of Collateral. If the Collateral becomes unsatisfactory to
City or deteriorates in market or actual value, Debtor will, after written demand given by
City to Debtor, promptly reduce the debt to City to the extent specified by City or, in the
alternative, increase the Collateral to the amount affixed by City.
i. Financial and Other Statements. During the term of this Agreement,
Debtor will deliver to City as soon as practicable upon request by City (and in any event,
within 90 days thereafter), the following:
i. Debtor’s balance sheet at the end of such year;
ii. Debtor’s tax return for such fiscal year; and
iii. A certificate of good standing or similar document from the Office
of the Secretary of State affirming that Debtor remains duly organized under the
laws of the State of Michigan.
6. Events of Default. The occurrence of any of the following shall, at the option of
City, be an Event of Default:
a. Any default, Event of Default as defined under the Agreement, this
Security Agreement, or any of the other Obligations;
b. Debtor’s failure to comply with any of the provisions of, or the
incorrectness of any representation or warranty contained in, this Security Agreement or
in any of the other Obligations;
c. Transfer or disposition of any of the Collateral, except as expressly
permitted by this Security Agreement;
d. Attachment, execution, or levy on any of the Collateral;
e. Debtor voluntarily or involuntarily becoming subject to any proceeding
under (i) the Bankruptcy Code or (ii) any similar remedy under state statutory or common
law; or
f. Debtor shall fail to comply with, or become subject to any administrative
or judicial proceeding under any federal, state, or local (i) hazardous waste or
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environmental law, (ii) asset forfeiture or similar law which can result in the forfeiture of
property, or (iii) other law, where noncompliance may have any significant effect on the
Collateral.
7. Default Costs. Should an Event of Default occur, Debtor will pay to City all
costs reasonably incurred by City for the purpose of enforcing its rights hereunder, including:
a. Costs of foreclosure;
b. Costs of obtaining money damages; and
c. A reasonable fee for the services of attorneys employed by City for any
purpose related to this Security Agreement or the Obligations, including consultation,
drafting documents, sending notices, or instituting, prosecuting, or defending litigation or
arbitration.
8. Remedies Upon Default.
a. General. Upon any Event of Default, City may pursue any remedy
available at law (including those available under the provisions of the UCC), or in equity,
to collect, enforce, or satisfy any Obligations then owing, whether by acceleration or
otherwise.
b. Conformer Remedies. Upon any Event of Default, City shall have the
right to pursue any of the following remedies separately, successively, or
simultaneously:
i. File suit and obtain judgment and, in conjunction with any action,
City may seek any ancillary remedies provided by law, including levy of
attachment and garnishment;
ii. Take possession of any Collateral not already in its possession
without demand and without legal process. Upon City’s demand, Debtor will
assemble and make the Collateral available to City as City may direct. Debtor
grants to City the right, for this purpose, to enter into or on any premises where
Collateral may be located; and
iii. Without taking possession, sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of the
Collateral at public or private sale in accordance with the UCC.
9. Foreclosure Procedures.
a. No Waiver. No delay or omission by City to exercise any right or remedy
accruing upon any Event of Default shall: (i) impair any right or remedy, (ii) waive any
default or operate as an acquiescence to the Event of Default, or (iii) affect any
subsequent default of the same or of a different nature.
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b. Notices Regarding Sale. City shall give Debtor such notice of any
private or public sale as may be required by the UCC.
c. Condition of Collateral. City has no obligation to clean-up or otherwise
prepare the Collateral for sale.
d. No Obligation to Pursue Others. City has no obligation to attempt to
satisfy the Obligations by collecting them from any other person liable for them and City
may release, modify, or waive any Collateral provided by any other person to secure any
of the Obligations, all without affecting City’s rights against Debtor. Debtor waives any
right it may have to require City to pursue any third person for any of the Obligations.
e. Compliance with Other Laws. City may comply with any applicable
state or federal law requirements in connection with a disposition of the Collateral, and
compliance will not be considered to adversely affect the commercial reasonableness of
any sale of the Collateral.
f. Warranties. City may sell the Collateral without giving any warranties as
to the Collateral. City may specifically disclaim any warranties of title or the like. This
procedure will not be considered to adversely affect the commercial reasonableness of
any sale or other disposition of the Collateral.
g. Sales on Credit. If City sells any of the Collateral upon credit, Debtor will
be credited only with payments actually made by the purchaser, received by City, and
applied to the indebtedness of the purchaser. If the purchaser fails to pay for the
Collateral, City may resell the Collateral, and Debtor shall be credited with the proceeds
of the sale.
h. Purchases by City. If City purchases any of the Collateral being sold,
City may pay for the Collateral by crediting some or all of the Obligations of Debtor.
i. No Marshaling. City shall have no obligation to marshal any assets in
favor of Debtor, or against or in payment of any of the Obligations or any other obligation
owed to City by Debtor or any other person.
10. Miscellaneous.
a. Assignment. This Security Agreement shall bind and shall inure to the
benefit of the heirs, legatees, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns of City
and shall bind all persons who become bound as a debtor to this Security Agreement.
City does not consent to any assignment by Debtor except as expressly provided in this
Security Agreement. City may assign its rights and interests under this Security
Agreement. If an assignment is made, Debtor shall render performance under this
Security Agreement to the assignee. Debtor waives and will not assert against any
assignee any claims, defenses, or set-offs that Debtor could assert against City except
defenses that cannot be waived.
b. Severability. Should any provision of this Security Agreement be found
to be void, invalid, or unenforceable by a court or panel of arbitrators of competent
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jurisdiction, that finding shall only affect the provisions found to be void, invalid, or
unenforceable and shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Security Agreement.
c. Notices. Any notices required by this Security Agreement shall be
deemed to be delivered when a record has been (i) deposited in any United States
postal box if postage is prepaid, and the notice properly addressed to the intended
recipient, (ii) received by fax, (iii) received through the Internet, and (iv) when personally
delivered.
d. Headings. Section headings used in this Security Agreement are for
convenience only. They are not a part of this Security Agreement and shall not be used
in construing it.
e. Governing Law. This Security Agreement is being executed and
delivered and is intended to be performed in the State of Michigan and shall be
construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.
f. Waiver. Any party to this Security Agreement may waive the
enforcement of any provision to the extent the provision is for its benefit.
g. Further Assurances. Debtor agrees to execute any further documents,
and to take any further actions, reasonably requested by Secured Party to evidence or
perfect the security interest granted in this Agreement, to maintain at least a second
priority of the security interests, or to effectuate the rights granted to Secured Party in
this Agreement.
The parties have signed this Security Agreement on the date set forth below their
names, to be effective as of the date set forth above.
City – City of Muskegon Debtor – Roberson Entertainment, LLC
By: _______________________________ By: _______________________________
Name: Ken Johnson Name: William Roberson, Sr.
Title: Mayor Title: ______________________
Dated: ____________, 2026 Dated: ____________, 2026
By: ______________________________
Name: Ann Meisch
Title: City Clerk
Dated: ____________, 2026
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PERSONAL GUARANTY
This Personal Guaranty (“Guaranty”) is given March ___, 2026 (“Effective Date”), by
William Roberson Sr. and Fatima Roberson (together the “Robersons”) to the City of
Muskegon (“City”), with reference to the following facts:
Background
A. The City has extended to Roberson Entertainment, LLC, a Michigan limited
liability company (“Debtor”), the principal sum of $50,000.00 represented by a promissory note
of even date (“Debt”).
B. The Robersons are financially interested in the Debtor and she will receive
valuable consideration for the Debt to Debtor.
C. Therefore, the Robersons agree that they will guarantee payment of the Debt to
the full extent of any property or interest held or owned by the Robersons under any form of
legal or beneficial ownership. The Robersons desire to enter into this Guaranty to induce the
City to engage in transactions in which the Debtor may make, extend, renew, or refinance the
Debt to the City.
Therefore, for good and valuable consideration, the Robersons agree as follows:
1. Guaranty. The Robersons guarantee to the City, its successors and assigns,
the prompt payment when due, whether by acceleration or otherwise, of the Debt, together with
interest at the rate stated in any document evidencing such liability, and any attorney fees, costs
and expenses of collection incurred by the City in connection with any liability covered by this
Guaranty. Such Guaranty shall extend to any property or interest held or owned by the
Robersons individually or jointly or under any other form of legal or beneficial ownership.
2. Duration. The obligation of the Robersons shall continue until full payment is
made of the Debt of Debtor to the City now due or hereafter to become due and until payment is
made of any loss or damage incurred by the City with respect to any liability covered by this
Guaranty.
3. Successors and Assigns Bound. The Robersons agree that this Guaranty
shall be enforceable against their heirs, successors, and assigns.
4. Guaranty to be Supplemental. The Robersons agree that this Guaranty shall
supplement and be in addition to any other guaranty, indemnity, pledge, security agreement,
mortgage, hypothecation, or any other form of collateral to secure any liability of Debtor.
5. Consent. The Robersons consent, without affecting their obligations to the City,
that the City may, without notice to or the consent of the Robersons, in its sole discretion, deal
in any manner with the Debt and any collateral therefor, including, but not limited to, the
following powers, in addition to any powers granted by law:
a. To extend, in whole or in part, by renewal, refinancing or otherwise, the
time of payment of the Debt;
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b. To release, surrender, exchange, modify, impair or extend the period or
duration or the time for performance or payment of any collateral securing the Debt;
c. To settle or compromise any claim of the City against Debtor, or against
any other person, firm or corporation, whose obligation is held by the City as collateral
security for payment of the Debt;
d. In the event of nonpayment when due, by acceleration or otherwise, of
the Debt, to realize on the collateral or any part thereof, in whole or in such parcels or
subdivided interests as the City may elect, at any public or private sales, on such terms
and conditions as the City may accept, without demand, advertisement or notice of the
time and place of sale or any adjournment thereof, or by foreclosure or otherwise, or to
forbear from realizing thereon, all as the City in its sole discretion may deem proper, and
to purchase all or any part of the collateral for its own account. At any such sale or
foreclosure, such powers are to be exercised only to the extent permitted by law; and
e. To modify or otherwise change any terms of all or any part of the Debt or
the rate of interest thereon.
The Robersons ratify and affirm any such extension, renewal, release, surrender,
exchange, modification, impairment, settlement, compromise, purchase at a foreclosure or other
sale, and all such actions shall be binding upon the Robersons who waive all defenses,
counterclaims, or offsets which she might have by reason thereof.
6. Waiver. The Robersons waive: (a) notice of acceptance of this Guaranty by the
City; (b) notice of presentment, demand for payment, protest, or other default of any of Debtor’s
liabilities or the obligation of any person, firm, or corporation held by the City as collateral
security for Debtor’s obligation; (c) notice of the failure of any person, firm, or corporation to pay
to the City any indebtedness held by the City as collateral security for payment of the Debt; and
(d) all defenses, offsets, and counterclaims that the Robersons may at any time have to any
claim of the City against Debtor.
7. Discharge. The obligation of the Robersons and the rights of the City in
collateral securing repayment of the Debt shall not be released, discharged, or in any way
affected, nor shall the Robersons have any rights against the City by reason of the fact that: (a)
collateral may be in default at the time of acceptance by the City or subsequent to such date; (b)
a valid lien or security interest in any of the collateral may not be created in favor of or conveyed
to the City; (c) any of the collateral may be subject to equities or defenses or claims in favor of
others or may be invalid or defective in any way; (d) the financial condition of Borrower or the
Robersons may not have been correctly estimated or may have changed; and (e) any collateral
may have deteriorated, wasted or been lost by fire, theft, casualty, or otherwise unless such
deterioration, waste, or loss shall be caused by willful act of the City.
8. Remedies. The City may at its option proceed against the Robersons to collect
any obligation covered by this Guaranty, without first proceeding against Debtor, or any other
person, firm, corporation, or guarantor, and without first resorting to any property at any time
held by the City as collateral security. The City may proceed against the Robersons as if such
amounts due are the direct and primary obligation of the Robersons. The Robersons shall have
no right of subrogation, indemnification, or contribution with respect to the Debt or the collateral
unless and until the City shall have received full payment of the Debt.
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9. Choice of Law. This Guaranty is established and accepted by the City under
the laws of the State of Michigan and all questions concerning its validity and construction shall
be determined under such laws.
10. Severability. If any clause, provision, or paragraph of this Guaranty is ruled
invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity or unenforceability
of such clause, provision, or paragraph shall not affect any of the remaining clauses, provisions,
or paragraphs.
This Guaranty has been executed on the day and year above written.
_________________________
William Roberson Sr., individually
Dated: _____________, 2026
_________________________
Fatima Roberson, individually
Dated: _____________, 2026
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PROMISSORY NOTE
$50,000.00 Muskegon, Michigan
March ___, 2026
FOR VALUE RECEIVED, Roberson Entertainment, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of
379 W. Western Ave., Suite 102, Muskegon, Michigan 49440 (“Maker”), promises to pay to the City
of Muskegon, a Michigan municipal corporation, at 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan 49440
(“City”), or at such other place as directed by the City, the principal sum of Fifty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00), together with interest from the date hereof at the rate of 5.79% per
annum on the unpaid balance remaining due from time to time. This Note shall be payable as
follows:
Equal and consecutive monthly installments of principal and interest of Nine Hundred
Sixty-One and 77/100 Dollars ($961.77) shall be made from the Maker to the City
commencing May 1, 2026 and continuing on the 1st of each month thereafter until April
30, 2031, when the entire balance of principal and interest shall be due and payable in
full. An amortization schedule is attached as Exhibit A, for reference only.
The Maker may prepay without penalty all or any portion of the principal at any time. Any partial
prepayment shall not eliminate the obligation of the Maker to pay all subsequent installments on
their normal due dates. All payment of any nature shall be applied first to accrued interest and the
balance to principal. The Maker shall maintain their business location commonly known as 379 W.
Western Ave., Suite 102, Muskegon, Michigan 49440 in the City of Muskegon. A move out of the
City is a default under this Note.
This Note is secured by a certain security agreement of even date between the Maker and the City
(“Security Agreement”). This Note is personally guaranteed by William Roberston Sr. and Fatima
Roberson (“Personal Guaranty”). The terms of the Security Agreement and Personal Guaranty are
incorporated in this Note by reference. The City shall have all of the rights and powers set forth in
the Security Agreement and Personal Guaranty as though the same were set forth fully in this Note.
A default in the Security Agreement or Personal Guaranty shall constitute a default of this Note.
Upon any default, including, but not limited to, any failure to make payments when due, the City
may, upon ten (10) days written notice to the Maker, declare the entire remaining balance of
principal and interest to be immediately due and payable. No delay by the City in exercising any
right hereunder shall be considered a waiver of such right.
The Maker (i) waives protest, presentment, demand for payment, and notice of dishonor: (ii) agrees
that any extension of the time for any payment, reduction of any payments, acceptance by the City
of a renewal note, or release or non-enforcement of any security, whether with or without notice,
shall not release or offset the obligations of the Maker; (iii) agrees to reimburse the City for any and
all costs and expenses (including but not limited to, reasonable and actual attorney fees) incurred in
attempting to collect any and all principal and interest on this Note.
MAKER: Roberson Entertainment, LLC
By: _______________________________
Name: William Roberson Sr.
Title: Member
Date: ______________, 2026
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Exhibit A
Amortization Schedule
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Month Interest Principal Ending Balance
1-May-26 $241.25 $720.52 $49,279.48
1-Jun-26 $237.77 $723.99 $48,555.49
1-Jul-26 $234.28 $727.48 $47,828.01
1-Aug-26 $230.77 $731.00 $47,097.01
1-Sep-26 $227.24 $734.52 $46,362.49
1-Oct-26 $223.70 $738.07 $45,624.42
1-Nov-26 $220.14 $741.63 $44,882.80
1-Dec-26 $216.56 $745.21 $44,137.59
1-Jan-27 $212.96 $748.80 $43,388.79
1-Feb-27 $209.35 $752.41 $42,636.38
1-Mar-27 $205.72 $756.04 $41,880.33
1-Apr-27 $202.07 $759.69 $41,120.64
End of year 1
1-May-27 $198.41 $763.36 $40,357.28
1-Jun-27 $194.72 $767.04 $39,590.24
1-Jul-27 $191.02 $770.74 $38,819.50
1-Aug-27 $187.30 $774.46 $38,045.04
1-Sep-27 $183.57 $778.20 $37,266.84
1-Oct-27 $179.81 $781.95 $36,484.88
1-Nov-27 $176.04 $785.73 $35,699.16
1-Dec-27 $172.25 $789.52 $34,909.64
1-Jan-28 $168.44 $793.33 $34,116.32
1-Feb-28 $164.61 $797.15 $33,319.16
1-Mar-28 $160.76 $801.00 $32,518.16
1-Apr-28 $156.90 $804.87 $31,713.30
End of year 2
1-May-28 $153.02 $808.75 $30,904.55
1-Jun-28 $149.11 $812.65 $30,091.90
1-Jul-28 $145.19 $816.57 $29,275.33
1-Aug-28 $141.25 $820.51 $28,454.81
1-Sep-28 $137.29 $824.47 $27,630.34
1-Oct-28 $133.32 $828.45 $26,801.89
1-Nov-28 $129.32 $832.45 $25,969.45
1-Dec-28 $125.30 $836.46 $25,132.99
1-Jan-29 $121.27 $840.50 $24,292.49
1-Feb-29 $117.21 $844.55 $23,447.93
1-Mar-29 $113.14 $848.63 $22,599.30
1-Apr-29 $109.04 $852.72 $21,746.58
End of year 3
1-May-29 $104.93 $856.84 $20,889.74
1-Jun-29 $100.79 $860.97 $20,028.77
1-Jul-29 $96.64 $865.13 $19,163.64
1-Aug-29 $92.46 $869.30 $18,294.34
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1-Sep-29 $88.27 $873.50 $17,420.85
1-Oct-29 $84.06 $877.71 $16,543.14
1-Nov-29 $79.82 $881.94 $15,661.19
1-Dec-29 $75.57 $886.20 $14,774.99
1-Jan-30 $71.29 $890.48 $13,884.52
1-Feb-30 $66.99 $894.77 $12,989.75
1-Mar-30 $62.68 $899.09 $12,090.66
1-Apr-30 $58.34 $903.43 $11,187.23
End of year 4
1-May-30 $53.98 $907.79 $10,279.44
1-Jun-30 $49.60 $912.17 $9,367.27
1-Jul-30 $45.20 $916.57 $8,450.71
1-Aug-30 $40.77 $920.99 $7,529.71
1-Sep-30 $36.33 $925.43 $6,604.28
1-Oct-30 $31.87 $929.90 $5,674.38
1-Nov-30 $27.38 $934.39 $4,739.99
1-Dec-30 $22.87 $938.89 $3,801.10
1-Jan-31 $18.34 $943.42 $2,857.67
1-Feb-31 $13.79 $947.98 $1,909.70
1-Mar-31 $9.21 $952.55 $957.15
1-Apr-31 $4.62 $957.15 $0.00
End of year 5
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVOLVING LOAN FUND
PROGRAM POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
PURPOSE
The purpose of the City of Muskegon Revolving Loan Fund is to promote economic
development in the City of Muskegon through the provision of capital for new and
expanding locally-sited businesses, with a special emphasis on minority and female
entrepreneurship. The Revolving Loan Fund is intended to supplement but in no way
replace conventional financing sources.
POLICY
Financing will be made available for sound business purposes where there is a
reasonable expectation of repayment, but where conventional lenders are unwilling or
unable either to accept the total risk or to make financing available under terms and
conditions which the applicant can afford. Priority under the program will be assigned to
ventures with conventional participation and minimal use of public funds either for the
project itself or for supporting public improvements. Principal and interest repayments on
loans from the Fund will revert to the Fund for support of similar activities.
In extraordinary circumstances, the Fund may be used to finance public improvements
necessary to support private developments, where those improvements are critical to the
success of the project, and where the overall development will result in creation of
permanent, full-time jobs. The Fund, however, is intended to be permanent and self-
sustaining, and no disbursements should be made without the expectation of full and
timely repayment.
I. ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Loans from the Revolving Loan Fund can be used to finance acquisition and
development, including land acquisitions as well as rehabilitation, modernization,
and conversion of existing facilities and purchase of machinery and equipment.
Working capital loans will only be made if essential to the creation of retention of
jobs. Project must conform to local zoning and/or building codes.
Loans may be used to finance industrial, commercial and residential
development which is in conformance with the properties and restrictions
established for this program.
A. Industrial Development
1. Job Creation or Retention – Projects with an emphasis on job creation
or retention involving the hiring of Muskegon residents or long-term
unemployed will be more favorably considered.
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B. Commercial Development
1. Job Creation or Retention – Projects with an emphasis on job creation
or retention involving the hiring of city residents or long-term
unemployed will be more favorably considered.
2. Project Location – Preference will be given to financing for
commercial development projects to be located either in the
downtown, or on the lakefront and in conformance with official land
use plans. Also, preference will be given to projects involving the
renovation or preservation of historic or architecturally significant
structures.
3. Type of Business – Priority will be assigned to commercial
development which contributes to a diversification of the area
economy, with little or no negative impact on the environment.
C. Residential Development
Preference will be given to financing for market rate commercial housing
to be located in the downtown. Also, preference will be given to projects
involving the renovation or preservation of historic or architecturally
significant structures.
II. LOAN POLICIES
A. Assistance from the Revolving Loan Fund may be made available in the
form of loans or loan guarantees, under terms established by the City
Commission. All loans should be secured by assets having a value equal
to or exceeding the loan amount. No loan or loan guarantee shall be
extended if funds are otherwise available from private lenders or other
federal agencies on terms which will permit the accomplishment of the
project.
B. The applicant shall provide at least twenty percent (20%) equity in the
total business or project. It is the intent of this program that loans be
made to supplement (but not replace) private financing where such
private financing alone is insufficient to make an otherwise worthwhile
project feasible. Accordingly, no loan will be made unless private
financing equal to at least fifty percent (50%) of the total project cost has
been secured (or can be confirmed contingent upon RLF loan approval).
No more than thirty percent (30%) of total project costs should be
provided by the Revolving Fund for a new business, or forty percent
(40%) of total assets for expansion of an existing business. “Total Assets”
as used here includes those assets anticipated to be purchased or
constructed with proceeds of the requested loan. Interest rates will vary
based on the payback period. Interest rates will be set at 0% if the loan is
repaid within one (1) year. Interest rates will be set at the prime rate if the
loan is repaid within one to two (1-2) years. Interest rates will be set at the
prime rate plus two percent (2%) if the loan is repaid within two to five (2-
5) years. The term of a loan shall not exceed five (5) years. A loan to a
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tenant may not extend beyond the unexpired term of the lease, excluding
any options to extend the term of the lease that have not been exercised
prior to loan approval.
C. Applicants will be required to submit a business plan, financial
statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting
statements, for the applicant's three (3) most recent fiscal years. A credit
check will be conducted on all applicants and may be used in determining
the applicant's credit worthiness. In addition, the City will require
submission of projected pro forma balance sheets and income
statements, cash flow, and supporting statements of the applicant on a
quarterly basis. Applicants may also be required to submit additional
information as determined by the City of Muskegon.
D. Loan conditions will include the following, as determined by the City:
1. Fire, hazard, and normal business insurance on all assets for the term
of the loan.
2. Subordination of the applicant’s shareholder debt and all debts of
shareholders to the loan;
3. Restrictions on salaries and dividends during the term of the loan;
4. Personal guarantees (including spouses and security in other assets);
5. Such other conditions as the City determines are necessary to assure
the safety and soundness of the loan;
6. Favorable credit check;
7. Adherence to the City of Muskegon’s Affirmative Action policies and
goals, including submission of an up-to-date affirmative action plan;
and
8. Current and projected employment profile detailing place of residence,
racial and gender characteristics, and employee classifications.
E. Loans will be approved only on the condition that the applicant not
relocate facilities or employment outside of the City of Muskegon during
the term of the loan. To the extent possible, loans will be approved only if
it can be demonstrated that the collateral exceeds the loan amount.
F. Principal and interest payments will commence on the date(s) set by the
City. The applicant must submit quarterly financial statements in
conformance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
III. EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES
A. Notwithstanding the above, it is recognized that the assets of the
Revolving Loan Fund may be used for projects or purposes not
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contemplated here or for loans that do not meet all of the policies and
guidelines outlined. In such cases, approval by a two-thirds majority of the
City Commission will be necessary. Commission approval shall be
required for the use of funds for public improvements, purchase of land or
equipment by the City, or other public purposes.
B. Throughout the duration of the loan, the borrower shall not appeal the
valuation of any real or personal property at the facility to the Michigan
Tax Tribunal or State Tax Commission. The penalty for doing so will be
an increased interest rate on the loan.
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Goal Setting Facilitation Contract
Submitted by: LeighAnn Mikesell, Deputy City Department: Manager's Office
Manager
Brief Summary:
Staff is seeking approval to enter a contract with Double Haul Solutions for facilitation of goal setting
with the City Commission.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Staff interviewed 3 firms capable of facilitating a goal setting session with the commission and
recommends contracting with Double Haul Solutions. DHS is located within Michigan and has
worked diligently to form a process based on the needs of our community and organization. They
have shown themselves to be flexible and have offered guidance that aligns with our values for
engagement, visioning, and teamwork. We feel that they will work as partners who are invested in
the success of our community, and their approach is comprehensive and affordable.
The other two companies that were considered are MGT Consulting and LeaderGov both of which
gave strong proposals but would work more remotely, and in one case cost much more than the
recommended firm.
While the current long term goals don't expire until 2027, staff would like to better align the long term
goals with commission terms. We look forward to beginning the process to create a vision and
prioritize the goals to lead Muskegon forward.
Goal/Action Item:
Administrative Action
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
$50,000 split between FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 Yes No X N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
101-172-801 Yes X No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To approve the contract with Double Haul Solutions and authorize the City Manager to sign.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
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Immediate Division Purchasing Policy
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review X
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
STRATEGIC PLANNING
PRESENTED BY
NATE GEINZER
Founder & CEO
MARCH 2026
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Table of
Contents
DHS Organization Profile 2
DHS Team 5
Why DHS? 14
Project Understanding 17
Scope of Work 18
Terms & Conditions 33
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Client Portfolio
EXECUTIVE SEARCHES
CLIENT SCOPE OF WORK TIMELINE
City of Berkley Executive Search (Finance Director) 2023
City of Hart Executive Search (City Manager) 2025
City of Ludington Executive Search (City Manager) 2024
City of Mt. Pleasant Executive Search (Finance Director) 2024
City of Royal Oak Executive Search (City Manager) 2024
City of Saline Executive Search (DPW Director) 2024
City of Saline Executive Search (City Manager) 2025
City of Traverse City Downtown Development Authority Executive Search (DDA Director) 2024
DeWitt Charter Township Executive Search (Township Manager) 2024
Village of Dundee Executive Search (Village Manager) 2024
Village of Pentwater Executive Search (Village Manager) 2024
OTHER PROJECTS
CLIENT SCOPE OF WORK TIMELINE
Barry County Human Resources Policy Development 2024
City of Berkley Interim City Management & Transition Support 2024
City of Grosse Pointe Interim Public Services Director 2026
City of Ionia Community Development Project Facilitation 2024
City of Morenci Human Resources Support/Executive Coaching 2024
City of Northville Strategic Project Prioritization 2022
City of Northville Interim Housing Director 2023
City of Port Huron Community Engagement 2022
City of Port Huron Community/Economic Development Support 2023-2024
City of South Haven Lake Michigan Life Guard Feasibility & Implementation Strategy 2025
City of Tecumseh Staff Team Building (2022) & City Council Goal Setting (2025) 2022/25
City of Traverse City Interim City Management 2023
City of Zeeland Financial Sustainability Review (w/Municipal Analytics) 2025
DeWitt Charter Township Strategic Planning 2025
Downtown Ferndale Governance Training & Team Building 2024
Saline Area Fire Department Governance Training & Team Building 2024
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FIRM INFORMATION
AND REFERENCES
Organization Information
Double Haul Solutions
Brighton, MI 48116
248- 207-5293 (c)
EIN: 87-2174640
EST: October 2021
DHS Project and Professional References
Bridget Dean, Mayor Cynthia Broomfield, Assistant City
City of Berkley, MI Manager
bdean@berkleymi.gov City of Port Huron, MI
248-930-0544 810.984.9774
cynthia@porthuron.org
Crystal VanVleck, City Manager
City of Port Huron, MI Patty Woods, Chair
cvanvleck@berkleymi.gov Hastings Downtown Development
248-658-3350 Authority
Hastings, MI
Mary Williams, Chair & Joe Bixler, pltwoods@yahoo.com
Former Co-Chair
Port Huron Neighborhood Improvement Dan King, Community Development
Authority Director/Zoning Administrator
Port Huron, MI City of Hastings, MI
jps3child@yahoo.com dking@hastingsmi.gov
jbixler4227@gmail.com
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Double Haul Solutions Team
A Strategic Partnership for Lasting Leadership
We bring a strategic, hands-on approach to municipal planning and leadership development. Our
team is composed of professionals with deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, data-driven
decision-making, and community-focused leadership. We understand that guiding an organization
through a strategic planning process requires not only technical knowledge but also the ability to
facilitate meaningful conversations and build consensus.
With experience working across Michigan’s diverse communities, our team specializes in fostering
inclusive, people-driven strategies that ensure local voices shape the path forward. We emphasize
transparency, collaboration, and actionable planning, ensuring that the City of Muskegon’s strategic
priorities are not only identified but can realistically be implemented.
From gathering stakeholder input and facilitating workshops to crafting practical guidance, DHS
provides the expertise and structure needed to support a smooth and effective strategic planning
process. Our commitment extends beyond simply delivering a plan—we strive to create a
foundation for long-term success, ensuring that the City of Muskegon’s leadership has the tools and
guidance needed to build a strong future for the community.
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MEET OUR CORE TEAM
Helping communities reach further.
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Strategic
Planning
PROJECT LEAD
NATE GEINZER
FACILITATION
& SUPPORT*
COMMUNICATIONS &
PROJECT ANALYST
DESIGN SUPPORT
ZACK SZYMANSKI
KAYLA MCKAIG
AS NEEDED SMEs
PLACE-BASED ECONOMIC COMMUNICATIONS &
DEVELOPMENT EXPERT ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST
PETER CHAPMAN TORRI MATHES
*Note: If the need arises, DHS may supplement the project team through engagement with other collaborators or team members.
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CONSULTANT PROFILE
NATE GEINZER
Nate began his local government career in 2005, inspired by a deep
commitment to understanding the unique needs of communities and
fostering collaboration to drive meaningful progress. As the founder of
Double Haul Solutions, he has dedicated his career to helping governments
build stronger relationships, align their strategies, and overcome challenges
to achieve their goals. Nate’s approach is rooted in listening to diverse
voices, facilitating understanding, and creating cohesive environments
where elected leaders and appointed staff can work together effectively.
YEARS EXPERIENCE
With experience partnering with communities like Traverse City, Berkley,
20 Northville, Lexington, Tecumseh, and DeWitt Charter Township, Nate has
demonstrated success in strategic planning, interim management,
EDUCATION economic development, and organizational leadership. His work focuses
MASTER OF PUBLIC on cutting through challenges—whether they stem from misalignment,
ADMINISTRATION – inefficiency, or broken relationships—and creating a foundation of trust,
EASTERN MICHIGAN accountability, and shared purpose.
UNIVERSITY
Relevant Consulting Work:
BACHELOR OF GSO Solutions – Community Wealth Building Strategy
SCIENCE, HISTORY & City of Berkley, MI – Interim City Management Services
SOCIAL SCIENCES – DeWitt Charter Township, MI – Township Manager Search, Strategic
EASTERN MICHIGAN Planning
UNIVERSITY Village of Dundee, MI – Village Manager Search
Downtown Ferndale, MI – Strategic Facilitation
City of Ionia, MI – Community Development Facilitation
SPECIAL EXPERTISE Village of Lexington, MI – Team-Based Village Management Services
STRATEGIC City of Mount Clemens, MI – Facilitation of Multi-Year Strategic Plan
LEADERSHIP Update
City of Northville, MI – Strategic Project Prioritization Planning, Special
COMMUNITY Projects, and Grant Assistance
BUILDING City of Port Huron, MI – Community Building & Engagement,
Facilitation, Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Technical
ENGAGEMENT/ Assistance, and Neighborhood Advocacy
FACILITATION Saline Area Fire Authority – Strategic Facilitation
City of Tecumseh, MI – Staff Retreat Facilitation, Team Building
ECONOMIC City of Traverse City, MI – Interim City Management Services
DEVELOPMENT City of Traverse City DDA – Executive Director Search
Relevant Work Experience:
VISIONING
Oakland University MPA Program – Lecturer: Local Government
Management
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT + City of Northville – Interim Housing Director
PLANNING City of Brighton – City Manager
City of Farmington Hills – Assistant to the City Manager
BUDGET STRATEGY
Prioritizing partnerships with authentic leaders who share our
vision, purpose, and values of creating better communities for
A Definitive Decision. the future is paramount to us. Going above and beyond is in
WHY CHOOSE US our team's DNA and essential to sustainable long-term
progress. Double Haul Solutions can tailor its project teams to
your unique needs and requirements.
www.doublehaulsolutions.com @doublehaulsolutions 248-207-5293
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CONSULTANT PROFILE
PETER CHAPMAN
Peter is the President & CEO of One Neighborhood Builders and has
served as Chief Executive Officer of the US Virgin Islands Research &
Tech Park Corporation, one of the highest-performing EDOs in the
Americas. Peter was also previously the Executive Vice President of the
Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). Under his leadership,
DEGC played a critical role in attracting multinational companies to
Detroit such as Google, Microsoft, and Tata Technologies. Previously,
Peter also served as founding Executive Director of a U.S. Treasury
YEARS EXPERIENCE Department-certified Community Development Financial Institution; a
27 senior member of the housing and community revitalization practice
group at global consulting firm Abt Associates in Cambridge,
EDUCATION Massachusetts; and as urban revitalization czar for Denver, Colorado,
MASTERS OF PUBLIC POLICY, TUFTS
UNIVERSITY, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF
where he conceptualized and spearheaded catalytic projects, including the
URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY AND Mariposa Transit Oriented Development initiative and the Uptown
PLANNING Redevelopment, both of which are national models for redeveloping
severely disinvested urban communities.
GRADUATE STUDIES IN REAL ESTATE
FINANCE, MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE A frequent contributor to regional and national technical assistance plans
OF TECHNOLOGY (MIT) promoting sustainable solutions to some of the most vexing challenges
affecting economically-disadvantaged people and communities, in 2020
BACHELOR OF ARTS, ENGLISH
LITERATURE, WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Peter was co-author of Cities and Businesses of Color: A Guide to
(CT) Economic Growth, a resource guide for entrepreneurs and aspiring real
estate developers of color prepared for New York City-based Living
SPECIAL EXPERTISE Cities. More recently, Peter supported the Opportunity Financial Network
MIXED-USE REAL ESTATE Strategic Planning Process.
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING AND
EXECUTION (INCLUDING TRANSIT- A native New Yorker, Peter was raised in an immigrant Caribbean and
ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT)
Central American family and grew up working in neighborhood-based
THE PLANNING AND FINANCING OF enterprises in East and Central Harlem that were owned by his
SUBSIDIZED AND MARKET-RATE grandparents and uncles—a foundational experience that sparked his
HOUSING commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and community economic
empowerment. He holds a B.A. in English Literature from Wesleyan
CAPITAL FORMATION/REAL ESTATE University (CT); an M.A. in Public Policy (with a concentration in
AND SMALL BUSINESS LENDING AND macroeconomics and urban planning) from Tufts University; and
EQUITY INVESTING
completed graduate studies in real estate at the Massachusetts Institute
COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC of Technology.
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
DEVELOPMENT (IN SUPPORT OF Relevant Experience:
BUSINESS ATTRACTION AND GLOBAL President & CEO of One Neighborhood Builders
COMMERCE PROGRAMMING) Chief Executive Officer, US Virgin Islands Research & Technology
Park Corporation
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Executive Vice President, Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
FOR EMERGING REAL ESTATE
DEVELOPERS AND ENTREPRENEURS
Deputy Mayor for Planning and Development, City of Richmond, VA
Founder and Executive Director, Seedco Financial Services-Colorado
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING Chief of Economic Development, City of Denver, Colorado
FOR STEM-BASED INDUSTRIES Associate, Abt Associates (Cambridge, MA)
Prioritizing partnerships with authentic leaders who share our
vision, purpose, and values of creating better communities for
A Definitive Decision. the future is paramount to us. Going above and beyond is in
WHY CHOOSE US our team's DNA and essential to sustainable long-term
progress. Double Haul Solutions can tailor its project teams to
your unique needs and requirements.
www.doublehaulsolutions.com @doublehaulsolutions 248-207-5293
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CONSULTANT PROFILE
ZACHARY SZYMANSKI
Driven by his deep commitment to public service and the belief that
government can be a force for positive change, Zack has dedicated his
career to improving the lives of everyday people. With both a BA and
MPA from Wayne State University, his expertise spans policy
development, data-driven decision-making, systems improvement, and
fostering consensus. Zack is passionate about ensuring equitable
access to quality public education and essential services, firmly
YEARS EXPERIENCE believing that no individual’s opportunities should be determined by
3 their zip code. As a proud Michigander, Zack strives to create
meaningful change and strengthen the communities he calls home.
EDUCATION
Relevant Consulting Work:
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY:
Systems Administrator/Legal Assistant, Collins & Blaha P.C.
MASTER OF PUBLIC
Education Law Firm
ADMINISTRATION, Provided administrative and legal support, focusing on system
HUMAN & FISCAL RESOURCE improvements to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
MANAGEMENT Assistant Program Manager, The Borgen Project
Advocated for poverty reduction policies, engaging in
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY: grassroots mobilization and program management to drive
BACHELOR OF ARTS, meaningful policy change.
POLITICAL SCIENCE, PEACE Policy Fellow, Emgage Michigan
AND CONFLICT STUDIES Worked to amplify the voices of underrepresented
communities by supporting policy initiatives and fostering civic
SPECIAL EXPERTISE engagement.
POLICY ANALYSIS & Assistant to Program Director, Wayne State Global Studies
IMPLEMENTATION Program
Supported program administration and development,
contributing to global studies initiatives and interdisciplinary
SYSTEMS PROCESS
collaboration.
IMPROVEMENT
Relevant Academic Experience:
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Leadership
& FACILITATION Inaugural President, Wayne State University ICMA Chapter,
fostering student engagement in public management and
STRATEGIC PLANNING & leadership.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT Coursework Expertise
Specialized in policy analysis, program evaluation, public
TEAM & CONSENSUS BUILDING budgeting and finance, managing public organizations and
programs, organizational theory and behavior, Michigan
politics, urban studies, and legislative processes.
Prioritizing partnerships with authentic leaders who share our
vision, purpose, and values of creating better communities for
A Definitive Decision. the future is paramount to us. Going above and beyond is in
WHY CHOOSE US our team's DNA and essential to sustainable long-term
progress. Double Haul Solutions can tailor its project teams to
your unique needs and requirements.
www.doublehaulsolutions.com @ doublehaulsolutions 248-207-5293
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CONSULTANT PROFILE
KAYLA MCKAIG
With a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Advertising from Michigan
State University and a proven track record in public sector
marketing, Kayla McKaig brings a rare blend of creative vision,
strategic insight, and community-focused communication. She has
successfully planned and executed multi-channel campaigns that
raise awareness, engage diverse audiences, and inspire action.
Drawing on expertise in graphic design, social media strategy, and
public engagement, she creates clear, accessible, and impactful
YEARS EXPERIENCE messaging tailored to each audience’s needs.
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Her experience in local government has honed her ability to work
EDUCATION within regulatory guidelines while maintaining fresh, innovative
MICHIGAN STATE approaches that capture attention and drive results. Whether
UNIVERSITY: managing a city-wide initiative, producing visually compelling
BACHELOR OF ARTS, materials, or navigating the fast-paced demands of digital
CREATIVE ADVERTISING communications, Kayla consistently delivers work that aligns with
organizational goals and strengthens public trust.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE
GRAPHIC DESIGN Relevant Work Experience:
City of Troy – Marketing Coordinator | Marketing Associate |
CONTENT CREATION
Community Affairs Associate
BRANDING Advanced through three positions, leading strategic
marketing, branding, and community engagement initiatives
DIGITAL MARKETING Conceptualize new ideas to keep the community informed,
educate the public, and promote events and services
CAMPAIGN STRATEGY & Collaborate with the DDA to bring their goals and initiatives
EXECUTION to life, and support the growth of local businesses
Develop citywide campaigns from concept to execution,
CREATIVE CONCEPT including logos, messaging, signage, and event promotion
DEVELOPMENT Design and produce print, digital, and social media content
for multi-channel outreach
EVENT PROMOTION Create secondary city brands, strengthening the city’s visual
identity and community connection
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT & Michigan State University Sociology Department –
COMMUNITY OUTREACH Communications Assistant
Created targeted content for social media, print
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT
publications, and departmental websites
Increased engagement through tailored messaging and
media outreach
Prioritizing partnerships with authentic leaders who share our
vision, purpose, and values of creating better communities for
A Definitive Decision. the future is paramount to us. Going above and beyond is in
WHY CHOOSE US our team's DNA and essential to sustainable long-term
progress. Double Haul Solutions can tailor its project teams to
your unique needs and requirements.
www.doublehaulsolutions.com @ doublehaulsolutions 248-207-5293
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TORRI MATHES
Torri Mathes is an accomplished communications professional with a decade
of hands-on experience in digital marketing, public relations, community
engagement, and management across municipal and nonprofit landscapes.
Her expertise lies in guiding, streamlining, and executing strategic
communication initiatives. Torri’s focus is to empower organizations with
effective communication strategies and build stronger audience relationships
through transparent communication, collaboration, and community
connections. With a Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts
in Journalism, coupled with certifications in emergency management and DEI,
Torri brings a unique blend of expertise to the table, ensuring that
YEARS EXPERIENCE organizations not only communicate effectively but also resonate deeply
11 with their constituents.
EDUCATION Relevant Consulting Experience:
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY: Michigan Sustainable Business Forum – Communications and Media
MASTER OF PUBLIC Relations Lead
ADMINISTRATION, YouthTank Detroit – Strategic Planning and Communication Facilitation
HUMAN & FISCAL RESOURCE City of Brighton – Communication and Engagement Facilitation,
MANAGEMENT Downtown Project Stakeholder Analysis, Strategic Communication
Services
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY: Double Haul Solutions - Communications and Design Lead
BACHELOR OF ARTS, City of Port Huron, Communication and Engagement Support
Traverse City DDA, Stakeholder Facilitation, Design Services
JOURNALISM &
Donor Synergy Consulting – Nonprofit Content Strategist Lead
BROADCASTING Strategic Communications, Digital Marketing, and Social Media
Management
SPECIAL EXPERTISE Web Content Management and Development
STRATEGIC Donor Synergy Consulting, Elite Trauma Clean-Up, and Link
COMMUNICATIONS Collective Inc.
Ferndale Women's Affirmations Group – Strategic Planning and
CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS Communication Facilitation
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Relevant Work Experience:
City of Troy – Director of Communications and Engagement
MEDIA RELATIONS Internal Communication Improvements
Communication Department Restructuring
DIGITAL MARKETING City-wide Community Engagement Strategy Development
City of Berkley – Director of Communications
Internal Communication Lead
INTERNAL Strategic Communication Development and Implementation,
COMMUNICATIONS including Crisis Communications
Brand Development, Implementation, and Management
BRAND RESEARCH & Community Engagement and Facilitation
MANAGEMENT Media Relations Management
City of Auburn Hills – Media Communications Specialist
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING Media Genesis – Senior Marketing Project Manager
Prioritizing partnerships with authentic leaders who share our
vision, purpose, and values of creating better communities for
A Definitive Decision. the future is paramount to us. Going above and beyond is in
WHY CHOOSE US our team's DNA and essential to sustainable long-term
progress. Double Haul Solutions can tailor its project teams to
your unique needs and requirements.
www.doublehaulsolutions.com @ doublehaulsolutions 248-207-5293
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WHY DHS?
Communities choose DHS because we understand that strategic planning only succeeds when it is
credible to organizations and decision makers, practical for staff, and meaningful to the community.
Our team knows the political, operational, and human realities of local government and authorities,
and we design processes that reflect those realities—balancing ambition with capacity, vision with
resources, and inclusivity with decisiveness.
DHS is not focused on producing a document; we are focused on building shared understanding,
alignment, and momentum. We meet communities where they are, create space for every voice, and
turn insight into action. Our strategic planning work results in clear frameworks that strengthen
governance, improve decision-making, and provide durable guidance for leadership long after the
engagement concludes. For communities seeking a partner who brings experience, judgment, and a
deeply practical approach to strategic planning, DHS is the right team.
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OUR APPROACH
In general, DHS is in agreement with the planning approach outlined in the RFQ that included:
1.Conduct Research and Preparation
2.Facilitate the Planning Process
3.Strategic Plan Document
However, the City should understand that the final strategic plan will have a look and feel that
responds to the needs of the organization. From start to finish, our strategic plans are generally
structured as follows:
GENERAL MODEL
VALUES VISION STATEMENT VALUES
MISSION
STRATEGIC PRIORITY STRATEGIC PRIORITY STRATEGIC PRIORITY STRATEGIC PRIORITY
INITIATIVE INITIATIVE INITIATIVE INITIATIVE
KPI ACTION KPI ACTION KPI ACTION KPI ACTION
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I. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Purpose: The described strategic planning approach is designed to support the City
Commission in its role as the elected body responsible for setting Muskegon’s long-term
direction.
Roles:
• The Commission leads by articulating a clear vision and defining the outcomes that will
guide policy decisions, investments, and performance expectations over the coming
years.
• Community engagement is incorporated early to test and validate that direction by
grounding it in lived experience and ensuring it resonates with residents and
stakeholders.
• City leadership and staff translate the Commission’s direction into feasible strategies,
budgets, and implementation plans, operationalizing the Commission’s direction.
• The facilitator’s role is to provide structure and guidance in the process by helping the
Commission navigate differing perspectives, focusing on shared priorities, and moving
the work forward productively.
The proposed, phased strategic planning approach balances near-term needs, particularly
alignment with the City’s budget process, with the longer-term goal of producing a clear,
durable, and widely supported strategic plan. This draft phasing is intended to present a big-
picture view of how the work could be structured, not to lock the City into a rigid or overly
prescriptive process.
Proposed Phasing:
Phase Focus Areas Tentative Timeline
Commission & Staff interviews; Public
Foundation March - May
Presentation or Work Session
Phase I Trust, Visioning, & Outcomes May - June
Phase II FYE 27 Budget Alignment to Outcomes June - August
Phase III 4-year Prioritization Plan August - October
Phase IV Final Report October – January
Note: Timeline dependent on first in-person retreat held in early May
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II. SCOPE OF WORK
Project Kickoff: Foundation Setting
Timing: March–May
Establishing the foundation entails enhancing the facilitation team's comprehension of the
community's present circumstances. The process includes a thorough review of current plans,
operational challenges, and policy priorities at the individual level. Additionally, efforts are made
to determine areas of consensus as well as gaps between policy and implementation.
Desired Outcomes
Establish a strong foundation for the strategic planning process by building trust and alignment
among the City Commission.
Preparation and Project Kick Off
The initial phase of the strategic planning process involves laying the groundwork through
careful preparation and a formal project kick off. This stage sets expectations, clarifies roles,
and ensures that all participants are aligned on objectives and approach.
• Document Review
o Review, and gather additional as needed, relevant documents
• Kick Off Meeting
o Kick Off Meeting with Leadership Team (In Person)
Perspective
Here we capture a broad range of viewpoints from key stakeholders within the organization. By
gathering insights from leadership, staff, and commission members, this stage helps to
illuminate both shared priorities and areas of divergence in the strategic planning process.
• Baseline Survey
o Development of an “internal” survey distributed to the elected body, 4 Division
Heads, and 20 Department Heads management staff.
o Leveraging City relationships for targeted distribution, DHS will modify the survey
to be “constituent forward” while retaining question context.
o Optional: Survey to include front line staff.
o Optional: Survey to include members of boards and commissions.
o Optional: Virtual focus groups.
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• One-on-Ones
o City Commission Members (100% participation is our goal and request).
o City Management Leadership Team and Division Heads.
o Optional:
▪ Department Heads (Individual or Small Groups).
▪ Boards and Commission Chairs (Individual or Small Groups).
Pre-Workshop
As we prepare for our first facilitation, we lay the groundwork for productive strategic
discussions by ensuring all participants are prepared and informed. This stage focuses on
organizing materials, setting expectations, and coordinating logistics ahead of the initial council
workshop.
• Preparation: Council Workshop #1
o Consultant Team Preparation
• Pre-Workshop Activity/Reflection
Purpose & Value
Foundation supports the strategic planning process by:
• Establishing a structured process for strategic planning, ensuring clarity and consistency
throughout the initiative.
• Preparing participants by coordinating logistics and setting clear expectations for
effective engagement.
• Supporting informed decision-making by organizing materials and facilitating
communication among stakeholders.
• Building a shared understanding of goals, roles, and direction to foster alignment and
trust within the team.
Together, these elements create a strong foundation for successful strategic discussions,
enabling the group to collaborate effectively and achieve meaningful outcomes as the planning
process moves forward.
Our foundational work directly informs our team's approach to strategic planning by:
• Establishing a structured process that ensures clarity, consistency, and alignment with
the City Management Leadership Team's intent throughout the initiative.
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• Preparing participants by coordinating logistics and setting clear expectations, while also
recognizing and accounting for existing conditions within the organization and
throughout the community for effective engagement.
• Supporting informed decision-making by organizing materials and facilitating transparent
communication among stakeholders, ensuring that the current realities and challenges
are acknowledged.
• Building a shared understanding of goals, roles, and direction to foster alignment and
trust within the team, with a deliberate focus on recognizing the unique context and
needs of the city.
By integrating these elements, our approach ensures that the planning process is both
responsive to existing conditions and intentionally aligned with the City Management
Leadership Team's vision. This positions the group to collaborate effectively and achieve
meaningful outcomes as we move forward with strategic discussions.
Phase I: Common Ground & Shared Vision
Timing: May–June
Phase I focuses intentionally on alignment before decision-making, ensuring that future
strategic choices are grounded in a common understanding of the City’s goals, role, and
direction, with a particular focus at this early stage on vision—Muskegon’s ideal future state.
Desired Outcomes
Establish a strong foundation for the strategic planning process by building trust and alignment
among the City Commission.
• A collaboratively developed vision statement informed by all Commissioners. While
consensus is the goal, a majority threshold is sufficient, with inclusion and transparency
as guiding principles.
• A clearer, shared understanding of Commissioners’ values, lived experiences, and
perspectives on Muskegon.
• A shared understanding among Commissioners of their policy role and the boundaries of
local authority within a council–manager form of government.
• Improved working alignment and trust among elected officials and staff leadership.
• A Commission-affirmed framework to guide subsequent community engagement,
prioritization, and budget alignment.
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Pre-Session Activity
Commissioners will be invited to participate in a pre-session activity to inform the upcoming
work session. The design and intent of the activity will be determined following the kick off
meeting with staff leadership.
Full Day In-Person Retreat
Part 1: Governance Roles and the Role of Strategic Planning
DHS will facilitate a practical, plain-language discussion on governance roles within a Council–
Manager form of government. This discussion is intended to support—not constrain—
Commissioners by clarifying the tools available to them and the limits of local authority. Here
we demonstrate how the Strategic Plan is leveraged to maintain focus and accountability
around shared outcomes and priorities—ensuring precious resources (human, financial, capital,
and otherwise) are used effectively and efficiently.
Topics may include:
• The role of elected officials in setting policy direction and community values.
• Appropriate avenues for advocacy on issues outside direct local control (e.g., resolutions,
proclamations, intergovernmental coordination, public platforms).
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• The respective roles of the Commission, City Manager, and staff in policy development
and implementation.
• Limitations on local authority as defined by governing documents, including state law,
the City Charter, and applicable home rule provisions.
• How the Strategic Plan is used to strengthen interactions between the Council and the
Manager and to foster a collaborative atmosphere where staff and policy makers work
together consistently and effectively aligned by the strategic plan.
This discussion is designed with clear boundaries and outcomes. It explicitly acknowledges that
policy differences will exist, while emphasizing shared understanding of governance tools,
constraints, and responsibilities. The intent is to improve clarity for actions and intentions, not
to resolve ideological differences.
Understanding roles and responsibilities in the Council-Manager form of government is
connected to the strategic priorities that the Commission will affirm.
Part 2: Facilitated Discussion & Vision Framing
During the in-person work session, Commissioners will participate in facilitated small-group
exercises that build directly on the pre-session reflections. These exercises translate personal
values and lived experience into shared aspirations and provide a natural bridge to vision
development and strategic priorities.
Part 3: Strategic Priorities
A closing discussion is facilitated with the City Commission focused on building out new
outcome statements into concise, memorable strategic priorities—generally expressed in three
to five words each. This discussion will leverage the existing strategic framework and the day’s
input to inform the City’s vision and direction.
The goal of this exercise is to move from descriptive or technical language to outcome language
that Commissioners can readily apply in practice. For example, outcome areas should be usable
when explaining why a particular investment, incentive, or policy decision aligns with the
Commission’s strategic priorities (e.g., “economic prosperity” or “neighborhood health”).
This session may result in:
• Refinement of existing priorities.
• Consolidation or clarification of overlapping concepts.
• Confirmation that outcomes clearly support and reinforce the adopted vision statement.
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Strategic Priorities Refinement
Via electronic survey, we present draft vision and priority statements for review and input. The
input gathered will inform our first refinement in preparation for community engagement. This
step is intended to strengthen the correlation between the City’s vision statement, its goals,
and priorities that were included in the 2022 Muskegon Strategic Plan, and proposed revisions
based on the insights and input gathered at the retreat.
Phase II: Community Engagement and Alignment
Timing: June–August
In Phase II, we invite the community to join the strategic planning process. Our objective is to
ensure that the City’s vision and strategic priorities are relevant, clearly defined, and resonate
with the community. Additionally, we leverage these in-person interactions to begin nurturing
and harvesting ideas from participants—informing the activities outlined in Phase III.
It is crucial to invest time in understanding and coordinating input from the City Commission
and the community. By creating a welcoming environment for those we aim to serve, we lay the
groundwork for effective prioritization and informed decisions throughout the process.
Desired Outcome
By the conclusion of Phase II, the City will have:
• Robust and inclusive community input with an emphasis on reaching disengaged
populations and stakeholders.
• A finalized and “adoption ready” vision statement.
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• A confident, concise, and clearly articulated set of strategic priorities that flow from the
adopted vision statement.
• Language that is practical, repeatable, and usable by the City Commission to describe
priorities, investments, successes, and decisions.
• Improved readiness for future prioritization exercises and strategic plan implementation.
Community Engagement
Conduct community engagement open houses with staff support. Sessions should be oriented
around obtaining feedback connected to the following ideas:
• Does this vision resonate?
• Is anything critical missing or misunderstood?
• How do residents experience these priorities in practice?
• What is needed for the community to live its vision?
In an open house format, activities will include separate discovery and dialogue stations that
reflect the Commission's draft Strategic Priorities—with multiple unique engagement
opportunities leveraged to capture input while fostering community.
DHS’ proposal provides for hosting one open house in each Ward focusing on locations that
can facilitate higher engagement and turnout. Opportunities to build off existing events, or to
turn open houses into an event themselves is generally a strong approach. An example might be
a mini-food truck rally (1 to 2 trucks at each event) potentially sponsored by a community
foundation or other community support resource.
Collaboration with City Communications Department
Community outreach will be critical to the success of community engagement. Our team can
help build an outreach strategy and design communications assets; however, outreach
implementation will require staff support with examples of potentially needed support below:
• Multiple social media assets leveraged at key periods throughout the open house
promotion process.
• A designated web presence.
• Sandwich Board signage placed strategically throughout the community.
• Informative door hangers could be used for outreach in neighborhoods that have been
historically challenging to engage.
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• Coordination of any activities, food trucks, refreshments, facility access, AV needs, etc.
• Assist in the evaluation of opportunities to remove barriers to participation such as
opportunities for youth engagement, small child engagement areas, transportation
opportunities, strategically selected facility hosts, etc.
• Brainstorming opportunities to provide remote or alternative strategies to engage in
open-house activities through tools such as surveys, Facebook live, developing a short
series of videos to host online with opportunities to provide input, etc.
• In the past, we have found great collaboration with local faith leaders. We could consider
hosting a virtual meeting with interfaith leadership to promote the value of parishioner
participation.
• Strong collaboration with the personnel assets of the City’s community engagement
team provides a real opportunity to knock community engagement out of the park,
building trust in the process—trust amongst not only stakeholders but City
Commissioners as well.
Note: Additional opportunities to expand this engagement are available, depending on the City's
interest and staff support. This includes an optional community engagement survey as a way for
those who are unavailable to participate otherwise and provide input.
Community engagement deliverables will include and not be limited to the following list
presented in a written summary report:
• Metrics including number of attendees, hours of public engagement, etc.
• Written summary regarding engagement efforts.
• Vision statement and priorities visual word cloud(s).
Simplification & Refinement Session #2
We will facilitate a work session with the City Commission focused on simplifying and refining
the City’s existing strategic priorities into concise, memorable calls to action—generally
expressed in three to five words each. This work will be informed by the input gathered from
the community.
The goal of this exercise is to move from descriptive or technical language to language that the
Commissioners can readily apply in practice. For example, strategic priorities should be
leveraged when explaining why a particular investment, incentive, or policy decision aligns with
the Commission’s strategic priorities (e.g., “economic prosperity” or “neighborhood health”).
This session may result in:
• Refinement of existing strategic priorities.
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• Consolidation or clarification of overlapping concepts.
• Confirmation that outcomes clearly support and reinforce the adopted vision statement.
Purpose & Value
Through active pursuit and welcoming community engagement, we work to build buy-in and
identify community partners and allies who can help support the implementation priorities of
the strategic plan.
Phase II supports the strategic planning process by:
• Building trust and mutual understanding among community members and stakeholders.
• Creating space for diverse perspectives.
• Identifying shared values and priorities across the elected body and community
members.
• Strengthening the logical connection between vision, outcomes, and future priorities.
• Establishing the outcome language that will support strategic communications connected
with strategic plan initiatives.
• Providing Commissioners with practical language to explain decisions, disagreements
and/or investments.
• Preparing the City for more effective prioritization and implementation discussions in
Phase III.
By grounding the planning effort in lived experience and collective reflection, the City’s
strategic plan is better positioned to reflect authentic community priorities and support durable,
consensus-based outcomes.
Phase III: Operationalize and Prioritize
Tentative Timing: August−October
Phase III marks the transition from planning to action and focuses on translating strategic
priorities into operational steps for the City. This phase will guide leaders in determining which
initiatives to advance and how best to allocate resources for maximum impact.
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Operationalization: Initiative Inventory & Matrix Formation
e will work with the City Manager’s ffice, senior leadership, and department heads to
compile and summari e a comprehensive inventory of initiatives, including
• Strategic priorities from the City’s previous strategic plan
• Near-term and mid-term initiatives identified in adopted plans (e.g., land use, parks, or
other policy plans)
• Capital Improvement rogram (CI ) initiatives, with guidance from the City Manager and
inance
Each initiative will be summari ed at a high level to ensure consistency and clarity, including
plan origin, status, timing, and key considerations.
Deliverables: e will organi e the initiative inventory into a prioriti ation matrix structured
around the City’s strategic priorities. This matrix provides a shared framework for the
prioriti ation discussion, allowing Commissioners and staff to
• See how initiatives align with stated priorities and what plans those initiatives are driven
by.
• Identify areas of concentration or imbalance.
• Suggest adjustments, consolidations, or clarifications.
This step ensures that prioriti ation discussions are anchored in the Commission’s strategic
framework rather than individual priorities alone. This process can also be leveraged by the City
Management Team to build cross departmental understanding of roles, impact, and needs
across the organi ation.
Prioritization:
Option #1: ull Day Retreat
Option #2: irtual Engagement and Shortened ork Session
During a full day retreat, the City Commission alongside the leadership team will engage in a
structured prioriti ation exercise. Activities will include
• Affirming or updating the initiative matrix.
• Using visual tools (e.g., dot or sticker voting) to indicate levels of support.
• Identifying initiatives with clear majority support as priority candidates for advancement.
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o This exercise will identify capacity and assign a threshold of priorities that may be
advanced across Years 1-4, setting the table for a four-year work plan.* The work
plan can be leveraged to inform future budget and capital improvement planning
processes.
*Work Plan is used loosely to describe the what will be moved forward and when (policy), not how
the work is done (implementation).
o To ensure constructive participation, a space will be established for initiatives that
receive meaningful interest but fall short of majority support.
o This provides a transparent way to acknowledge priorities that have some
advocacy, but not majority, demonstrating input has been seen, heard, and
captured.
Note: Option 2 may be beneficial for scheduling purposes; however, it may forgo the inter- and intra-
commission/staff connections and understanding that can be fostered organically.
By the end of Phase III, the City will be positioned to move forward with confidence, knowing
which initiatives have clear strategic support, which remain under consideration, and how
priorities connect back to the Commission’s vision and outcomes.
Deliverables:
• Initiative alignment across plans.
• Initiative priorities projected four years out.
• Optional: FY 28 CIP prioritization.
Purpose & Value
Phase III supports the strategic planning process by:
• Creating a fair, visible, and disciplined method for prioritization.
• Helping the Commission navigate tradeoffs without forcing false consensus.
• Aligning strategic direction with budget and capital planning realities.
• Preparing for staff implementation and public communication.
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Phase IV: Final Report & ClearGov Integration
Tentative Timing: October–January
Phase IV focuses on synthesizing the work completed in Phases I–III into a clear, usable
strategic plan and integrating that plan into the City’s operational and reporting systems. This
phase is largely administrative and documentation-focused. Here we translate outcomes of the
planning process into a format that supports implementation, transparency, and accountability.
The final report will be delivered and presented to the City Commission at a public meeting of
the City’s choice. The report will be delivered by the City’s leadership team, supported by DHS.
Strategic Plan Synthesis & Final Report
We will synthesize all inputs and outputs from the planning process into a final strategic plan
document. This will include:
• A concise narrative summarizing the planning process and engagement approach. We
will include public engagement photos and will seek to include positive comments from
the public about the process.
• The adopted vision statement
• Defined priorities, with clear descriptions
• A four-year schedule of strategic priorities organized under the outcome framework
The final report will be designed for clarity, accessibility, and long-term use, serving as ahere
reference point for elected officials, staff, and the community. Other report delivery methods
and tools may be negotiated if there is an interest in inclusive sharing (neighborhoods, social
media, etc.)
ClearGov & Plan Implementation Support
Recognizing that strategic plans are most effective when embedded into daily operations, DHS
will provide up to 12 hours of capacity to support the integration of the strategic plan within
ClearGov, the City’s performance management platform.
Support activities may include, but are not limited to:
• Structuring the plan for implementation and tracking.
• ClearGov development and input support.
• Ensuring priorities and outcomes are clearly represented.
• Develop work planning and reporting tools aligning with the plan.
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• Develop staff training and/or communication materials supporting organization wide
plan understanding and integration.
Purpose & Value
Phase IV ensures that the strategic planning effort results in a document that is not only
adopted but executed. By focusing on synthesis, clarity, and systems integration, this phase
helps bridge the gap between strategy and execution.
Optional Services
Optional services can be scoped and quoted separately based on the City’s interest, capacity, and
desired level of ongoing support.
Budget & Capital Alignment Support
If requested, we can assist the City Manager’s Office in organizing and framing key capital projects or
public-facing initiatives anticipated for the FY 2027 budget. This may include:
• Aligning major projects or initiatives with newly defined outcome areas.
• Supporting internal consistency in how projects are described and presented.
• Assisting/guiding the build out of initial communications framework(s) for initiatives and/or
capital projects that will be visible early in the new plan's life cycle.
This support is intended to reinforce alignment between strategy, budgeting, and public
communication, without preempting future prioritization.
FY 28 Budget Process Materials
If requested, we can assist the City Manager’s Office with organizing and preparing
materials/templates for the FY 28 budget process. Scope examples include:
• Outlining a new budget process and timeline—incorporating strategic plan alignment
throughout the budget cycle.
• Creating new budget request templates (electronic forms, ClearGov, or other).
• Staff training regarding the purpose of the Strategic Plan, informed decision making, and “next
year’s” budget process
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Additional/Ongoing Support
Beyond Phase IV, DHS can provide optional support that advances and sustains the momentum of
plan implementation. Examples of support could include, but not be limited to:
• Establishing a communications framework for quarterly strategic priority status updates.
• Assisting with the development or refinement of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) frameworks.
• Supporting alignment between the strategic plan and staff and department performance
evaluations.
• Aligning Board(s) and Commission(s) plans
• Building the tools that leverage the strategic plan within the context of policy deliberations
and decision making.
Note: Such tools could be helpful when facing internal and/or external pressures to redirect
resources or add expectations that impact the implementation of the adopted strategic plan
and/or exceed operational resource limitations (financial, human, capital, or otherwise). In
other words, these tools strengthen accountability and governance effectiveness by using a
data‑ and community‑informed strategic plan to guide decision‑making—rather than relying
on reactive, emotionally driven choices or chasing the next “shiny object,” a trap that is all too
common in the public sector.
Training and Team Building
Double Haul Solutions (DHS) offers customizable training options to strengthen team effectiveness,
communication, and shared understanding. Training may be delivered to staff, the City Commission,
or jointly.
Everything DiSC®
• Builds awareness of individual communication and work styles
• Creates a shared language to improve collaboration and reduce conflict
• Supports stronger day‑to‑day working relationships across roles and departments
Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team®
• Focuses on Trust, Conflict, Commitment, Accountability, and Results
• Strengthens team cohesion, decision‑making, and accountability
• Includes facilitated discussion, assessment insights, and action planning
Custom Training
DHS designs tailored sessions based on organizational goals, team dynamics, and governance
context. Topics may include communication, role clarity, leadership alignment, and team
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Great leadership is in our nature.
IV. FEE SCHEDULE
I CONSULTING FEES
I SCOPE OF WORK AMOUNT
Base Strate ic Plannin Seo e of Work Not to Exceed $50,000
Payment Terms: 10% Deposit. Monthly progress payments based upon the estimated completed
scope of work i.e. (Total Estimate*%Completed) - Paid to Date. Final 5% upon receipt of Final Deliverable.
Net 30 Days.
Reimbursables: Mileage at I RS Schedule Rates. City Approved Accommodations.
Assumptions:
• "Not to exceed" total excludes scope items listed as "optional."
• Five (5) in person days included. Additional days $1,200 per day per "lead or
SME" consultant.
Hourly Rates:
• Project/Facilitation Lead.................................................................................................$150 p/h
• Project Support.............................................................................................................. ... $100 p/h
• SMEs
o Community-Led/Place Based Economic Development Specialist................ $ 250 p/h
o Communications and Engagement Specialist..................................................$ 150 p/h
V. NOTICE TO PROCEED
By signing below, I verify that I am a representative of the Client; I agree with the scope of
work to be provided and related Fee Schedule; I accept the Consulting Services Terms and
Conditions; and that I have the authority to bind the Client in the engagement of these services.
CLIENT: CONSULTANT:
City of Muskegon Double Haul Solutions
Sign: _____ Sign: _____
By: By: Nate Geinzer
Its: Its: Founder/CEO
WITNESS: WITNESS:
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
T E CLIENT AND C NSULTANT AGREE AS LL S
Article I. Statement and Performance of Work.
or payment by the Client as provided under this signed Scope of rofessional Services (the Contract ),
Consultant shall perform the work, duties and responsibilities as described in the above Scope of Work (the
work ), which is made a part of this Contract by this reference, in a competent, accurate, efficient, timely,
good, professional, thorough, complete and responsible manner, and in compliance with the terms and
conditions set forth below.
Article II. Timing of Performance.
erformance of this Contract shall commence immediately upon execution by both parties, and performance of
the work shall be completed according to the timing set forth in the work. The timing for performance of any
such work may be extended for additional specified periods of time, if allowed in writing by the Client in its sole
discretion.
Article III. Contract Price and Payment
A. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Contract, the Client agrees to pay Consultant in the amount
and manner set forth in the work (referred to in this Contract as payments ). Such payments are in exchange
for and consideration of the timely and satisfactory performance and completion of authori ed work required
under and pursuant to this Contract.
B. The Client agrees to pay Consultant amounts due within thirty (30) days of receipt of an itemi ed
billing/invoice from Consultant detailing all work performed and provided in connection with the billing and the
hours and charges applicable to each such item of work. Such itemi ed billings shall be submitted and shall be
paid only upon satisfactory completion of the work itemi ed in the billing.
C. All costs and expenses incurred by Consultant in the course of performing the work under this Contract
are deemed to be included in the hourly fees and amounts set forth in the work, unless specifically identified in
the work as reimbursable expenses and such expenses have been approved by the Client or its designee.
D. Consultant will obtain written approval of the Client prior to proceeding with any services or work that
is not stated in the work otherwise the Client will not be billed for such extra/additional services or work.
E. ayments shall be made upon verification of invoices received by the Client. All payments to Consultant
shall be submitted by mail at Consultant's address listed on the invoice, unless Consultant provides written
notice of a change in the address to which such payments are to be sent, or by electronic means as provided for
with Consultant invoices.
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. Upon successful completion of Services, Client agrees to allow its logo and/or name to be used on
Consultant’s website identifying past clients.
Article IV. Duration and Termination.
A. This Contract, including any extension or amendment of this Contract, may be terminated at any time,
with or without cause, by either party upon thirty (30) calendar days’ written notice to the other party. In such
event, the effective date of such termination shall be the 30th calendar day following the date of the written
notice of such termination.
B. In the event this Contract is terminated prior to completion of the work, the Client shall not be
responsible to make any further payments for work performed after the effective date of such termination and
shall pay Consultant for such work as has been completed and is eligible for payment under the terms of this
Contract through the date of such termination. In all events, the Client shall only be responsible to make the
payments described in the preceding sentence if, at the Client's request, Consultant continues to fully perform
its duties and obligations in full compliance with the terms of this Contract through the effective date of the
termination. Additionally, termination shall not relieve Consultant of its obligation to provide Client with all of
the plans and product(s) generated under this Contract through the effective date of termination. Articles , I,
II and III of this Contract shall survive completion of the work and any termination of this Contract.
C. rior to the effective date of any termination or prior to the completion of the work (including any
extension of the timing for completion), whichever is the first to occur, Consultant shall deliver to the Client all
reports, opinions, compilations, research work, studies, materials, artifacts, samples, documents, plans, drawings,
specifications, correspondence, ledgers, permits, applications, manuals, contracts, accountings, schedules, maps,
logs, invoices, billings, photographs, videotapes and other materials in its possession or control that is gathered
or generated in the course of performing the work or that relates to the work in any way provided that
Consultant may retain a copy of such materials for its files. The Client shall be permitted to withhold any
payments and reimbursements otherwise owing to Consultant under the terms of this Contract until all such
materials are delivered to the Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Contract.
Article V. Independent Contractor Relationship.
A. In the performance of this Contract, the relationship of Consultant to the Client shall be that of an
independent contractor and not that of an employee or agent of Client. Consultant is and shall perform under
this Contract as an independent contractor, and no liability or responsibility with respect to benefits of any kind,
including without limitation, medical benefits, worker's compensation, pension rights, or other rights or liabilities
arising out of or related to a contract for hire or employer/employee relationship shall arise or accrue to either
party as a result of the performance of this Contract.
B. Consultant, as an independent contractor, is not authori ed to enter into or sign any agreements on
behalf of the Client or to make any representations to third parties that are binding upon the Client. Although
Consultant is required under this Contract to advise, make recommendations to and to a limited extent
represent the Client, all plans, studies, applications, submittals, surveys, reports and any other information
relating to the work must be submitted to and approved by the Client or the Client’s authori ed official prior to
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being disseminated to any third party and shall only be so disseminated if such dissemination is approved in
advance by the Client or an authorized Client official. Consultant may disseminate said materials held in the
public realm as a part of Consultant’s portfolio of work.
C. Consultant represents that it will dedicate sufficient resources and provide all necessary personnel
required to perform the work described in the work in accordance with the terms and conditions of this
Contract. Except as may be specifically stated and agreed to in the work, Consultant shall perform all of the
work under this Contract and no other person or entity shall be assigned or subcontracted to perform the work,
or any part thereof, unless approved by the Client in advance.
Article VI: Liability and Insurance.
A. Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Client, its elected and appointed officials and
employees and attorneys, from and against any and any claims, demands, suits, losses and settlements, including
actual attorney fees incurred and all costs connected therewith, for any damages which may be asserted,
claimed or recovered against the Client by reason of: (i) personal injury, death and/or property damages which
arises out of or is in any way connected or associated with the actions or inactions of Consultant in performing
or failing to perform the work; (ii) civil damages which arise out of any dispute between Consultant and its
subcontractors, affiliates, employees or other private third parties in connection with this Contract; or (iii) civil
damages and penalties, including without limitation damages and penalties resulting from claims of
discrimination, civil rights violations, statutory violations or constitutional violations, which arise out of any or
are in any way connected or associated with the actions or inactions of Consultant. Consultant also agrees to
indemnify and hold harmless the Client, its elected and appointed officials and employees and attorneys, from
and against any and all claims, demands for payment, suits, losses and settlements, including actual attorney
fees incurred and all costs connected therewith, for or relating to any patented or copyrighted material, process,
or device that may be used in the course of performing the work or form a part of the work.
B. Consultant shall obtain and maintain during the term of this agreement, insurance coverage as outlined
herein. This insurance shall not be interpreted to limit the liability of the Consultant, and all deductibles and
SIR’s are the responsibility of the Consultant. A certificate of insurance and endorsements shall be provided by
Consultant prior to start of this agreement. (1) Worker’s Compensation Insurance including Employers’ Liability
Coverage, in accordance with all applicable statutes of the State of Michigan. (2) Commercial General Liability
Insurance on an “Occurrence Basis” with limits of liability not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and
aggregate. Coverage shall include an endorsement stating the Client shall be named as additional insured and
coverage shall be primary to any insurance carried by Client. Consultant shall give the Client immediate notice
of any change in or cancellation of the coverage within five (5) days of such change or cancellation, shall provide
a copy of any cancellation notice received from its insurer to the Client within five (5) days of such cancellation,
and shall request that its insurer send such notice of cancellation to the Client. Consultant shall provide
evidence of insurance coverage as set forth herein coverage at any time requested by the Client.
Article VII. Information.
It is expressly acknowledged and agreed that all reports, opinions, compilations, research work. studies, data,
materials, artifacts, samples, documents, plans, drawings, specifications, correspondence, ledgers, permits,
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manuals, applications, contracts, accountings, schedules, maps, logs, invoices, billings, photographs, videotapes
and all other materials generated by and/or coming into the possession of Consultant during the term of this
Contract, and any extension thereof, that in any way relate to the performance of work by Consultant under
this Contract or that are otherwise related or relevant to the work belong exclusively to the Client and shall be
promptly delivered to the Client upon the termination of this Contract or, at any time, upon the Client’s
request.
Article VIII. Accuracy.
Consultant promises that the information it provides in the work to be performed under this Contract will be
accurate, excepting only inaccuracies resulting from incorrect information provided by the Client, other
consultants, and/or other public sources. Consultant will not charge Client for necessary corrections to its work
and will be responsible for any increased cost incurred by the Client as a result of any inaccuracies in the work
excepting inaccuracies resulting from incorrect information provided by the Client other consultants and/or
other public sources.
Article IX. General Provisions.
A. Entire Agreement. This instrument, together with the attached Schedules, contains the entire Contract
between the Client and Consultant. No verbal agreement, conversation, or representation by or between any
officer, agent, or employee of the parties hereto, either before or after the execution of this Contract, shall
affect or modify any of the terms or obligations herein contained.
B. Compliance with Laws. This Contract and all of Consultant's work and practices shall be subject to all
applicable state, federal and local laws, ordinances, rules, or regulations, including without limitation, those
which apply because Client is a public governmental agency or body. Consultant represents that it is in
compliance with all such laws and eligible and qualified to enter into this Contract.
C. Governing Law. This Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Michigan.
D. Assignment. Consultant shall not assign this Contract or any part thereof without the written consent of
the Client. This Contract shall be binding on the parties, their successors, assigns and legal representatives.
E. Dispute Resolution/Arbitration. The parties agree that any disputes regarding a claimed violation of
this agreement shall first be submitted in writing to the other party in an attempt to settle the dispute before
pursuing other legal actions or notices provided for in this agreement. Such written communication shall clearly
state the problem or concern, allow sufficient time for a written response from the other party, and culminate
in a face-to-face meeting to determine if a remedial action is possible. In no event shall this process take more
than thirty (30) days, unless a specific extended period of time is agreed to by both parties in writing as being
necessary. The aforementioned initial written communications between the parties also shall indicate whether
the party is willing to submit the dispute to binding arbitration, nonbinding mediation or other form of
alternate dispute resolution, and share equally the costs for same. Upon the parties agreeing to any such
method of dispute resolution and a timetable for doing so, pursuit of other legal actions shall be deferred until
the process has been completed. In any binding arbitration, the arbitrator shall provide a written statement of
the reasons
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and basis for an award or decision, a judgment of the Livingston County Circuit Court may be entered based on
the arbitration award or decision, and each party shall be responsible for their own costs and attorney fees.
F. Third Parties. It is the intention of the parties hereto that this Contract is not made for the benefit of
any private third party. Consultant agrees that no private party or parties will be allowed to hold sway or
influence, in any way, over Consultant's performance of the work.
G. Notices. Written notices under this Contract shall be given to the parties at their addresses contained in
this Contract by personal or registered mail delivery to the attention of the following persons:
Client: Jonathan Seyferth, City Manager 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon 49440
Consultant: Nate Geinzer, Founder & CEO, Double Haul Solutions
H. Changes. Any changes in the provisions of this Contract must be in writing and signed by the Client and
Consultant.
I. Waivers. No waiver of any term or condition of this Contract shall be binding and effective unless in
writing and signed by all parties, with any such waiver being limited to that circumstance only and not
applicable to subsequent actions or events.
J. Jurisdiction and Venue of Contract. This Contract shall be considered for all purposes, including the
establishment of jurisdiction and venue in any court action between the parties, as having been entered into
and consummated in City/Township/Village of Brighton, Livingston County, Michigan.
K. Conflict. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the above provisions of this Contract
and Scope of Professional Services, the provisions in the above text shall govern.
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Contact us for
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Contract Award: Material Testing - 215733
Lakeshore Dr
Submitted by: Joel Brookens, Engineer, Dan Department: DPW- Engineering
VanderHeide, Public Works Director
Brief Summary:
Staff is requesting authorization to approve a contract with Material Testing Consultants in the
amount of $30,000 for material testing on the Lakeshore Drive road reconstruction project, as outlined
within the RFP.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Bids were solicited for material testing for the Lakeshore Drive road reconstruction project, which is
required by the state to ensure the contractor is meeting construction standards. Two bids were
received:
Material Testing Consultants $30,000.00
Soils & Structures $67,287.00
This work is budgeted for and included in the street funds associated with the project.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 1: Destination Community & Quality of Life - Improved transportation connections
throughout the community
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
$30,000.00 Yes x No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
202-901-801-92408 Yes No x N/A
Recommended Motion:
Move to authorize staff to enter into a contract with Material Testing Consultants in the amount of
$30,000.00 for material testing for the Lakeshore Drive road reconstruction project, as defined within
the RFP.
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Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division Purchasing Policy
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Mobile Food Vending Ordinance Update
Submitted by: Jonathan Seyferth, City Manager Department: Manager's Office
Brief Summary:
This action would update Article VIII. Mobile Food Vending Ordinance Section 50-304 Regulations by
adding a subsection (p) creating an additional exception to the 1,000 ft exclusion zone for mobile
food vending that events can enforce.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Per the direction of the City Commission at our December 2025 LPC meeting, the staff is presenting
an ordinance update related to mobile food vending on private property within 1,000 feet of an
approved event. Under our current ordinance, no mobile food vending may exist within 1,000 feet of
an approved event unless the event has given permission or it's part of a brick and mortar's ongoing
general operations. This update will create an additional exception and is outlined below.
(p) Subsection (j) shall not apply to a mobile food vendor operating on private property when all of
the following conditions are met:
1. The property shall not be used as a commercial kitchen permitted for the preparation of food,
where such use constitutes more than fifty percent (50%) of the gross revenue generated on
the property.
2. Any water supply or electrical service utilized by a mobile food vendor shall be provided only
through utility connections that have been installed for use by a mobile food vendor and
lawfully installed and maintained in compliance with all applicable building, plumbing,
electrical, health, and safety codes.
3. The property owner or occupant in lawful possession of the property has allowed mobile food
vendors to operate on the property for no fewer than ten (10) days during the thirty (30) day
period immediately preceding the date the vendor operates on the property pursuant to this
subsection; and
4. The vendor operates on the property with the express written permission of the property owner
or occupant in lawful possession of the property.
For your reference, the whole of Article VIII follows this memo and a redline version of Section 50-304
with the update follows the Article.
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Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 2: Economic Development Housing and Business
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
n/a Yes No N/A X
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
n/a Yes No N/A X
Recommended Motion:
I move to update Article VIII, Mobile Food Vending Ordinance, Section 50-304 Regulations, by adding
Subsection P as presented.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division
Head
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Sec. 50-304. Regulations.
(a) No operator of a mobile food vehicle/trailer/ stand shall
park, stand or move a vehicle and conduct business
within areas of the city where the license holder has not
been authorized to operate. The city commission shall
by resolution identify those streets and public areas
where parking by mobile food vehicles/trailers/stands is
permitted.
(b) The customer service area for mobile food
vehicles/trailers/stands shall be on the side of the truck
that faces a curb, lawn or sidewalk when parked on a
street or right-of-way. No food service shall be provided
on the driving lane side of the vehicle/trailer/stand
when parked on a street or right-of-way. No food shall
be prepared, sold, or displayed outside of mobile food
vehicles/trailers/ stands when located on a city street
or right-of-way.
(c) No mobile food stand may be larger than ten feet by
ten feet nor more than 75 square feet in size. A five foot
clearance must be maintained on all sides of the stand
within the maximum space allotted.
(d) Customers shall be provided with single service articles
such as plastic utensils and paper plates and a waste
container for their disposal. All mobile food vehicle
vendors shall offer a waste container for public use
which the vendor shall empty at its own expense. All
trash and garbage originating from the operation of
mobile food vehicles/trailers/stands shall be collected
and disposed of off-site by the operators each day.
Spills of food or food by-products shall be cleaned up,
and no dumping of gray water on the streets is allowed.
(e) No mobile food vehicle/trailer/stand shall make or
cause to be made any unreasonable or excessive noise.
The operation of all mobile food
vehicles/trailers/stands shall meet the city noise
ordinance, including generators. No loud music, other
high-decibel sounds, horns, or amplified
announcements are allowed.
(f) Signage is only allowed when placed on mobile food
vehicles/trailers/stands. No separate freestanding signs
are permitted on city streets, right-of-ways, or city-
owned property.
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(g) No flashing or blinking lights, or strobe lights are
allowed on mobile food vehicles/trailers/ stands or
related signage when the vehicle/trailer/ stand is
parked and engaged in serving customers. All exterior
lights with over 60 watts shall contain opaque, hood
shields to direct the illumination downward.
(h) Mobile food vehicles/trailers/stands when parked on
public streets shall be parked in conformance with all
applicable parking restrictions, and shall not hinder
the lawful parking or operation of other vehicles.
(i) A mobile food vehicle/trailer/stand shall not be parked
on the street between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 6:00
a.m. or left unattended and unsecured at any time.
Any mobile food vehicle/trailer/ stand found to be
unattended shall be considered a public safety hazard
and may be ticketed and impounded.
(j) A vendor shall not operate within 1,000 feet of any
city-approved special event or leased park, unless the
vendor has obtained permission from the event
sponsor and or lessee. This license also does not allow
for the sale of goods or services at any city-owned
park/facility or farmer's market without a permit from
the city.
(k) The issuance of a mobile food vehicle/trailer/ stand
license does not grant or entitle the vendor to the
exclusive use of any service route or parking space to the
license holder.
(1) A vendor shall not operate on private property without
first obtaining written consent to operate from the
affected private property owner. A private property
owner shall not permit parking by a mobile food
vehicle/trailer/stand until a license has been obtained
to allow for such use.
(m) No mobile food vehicle/trailer/stand shall use
external signage, bollards, seating or other equipment
not contained within the vehicle when parked on city
streets or right-of-ways. When extended, awnings for
mobile food vehicles/trailer/ stand shall have a
minimum clearance of seven feet between the ground
level and the lowest point of the awning or support
structure.
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(n) Any power required for the mobile
food vehicle/trailer/stand located on a public way
shall be self-contained and a mobile food
vehicle/trailer/ stand shall not use utilities drawn
from the public right-of-way. Mobile food
vehicles/trailers/stands on private property may use
electrical power from the property being occupied
or an adjacent property, but only when the property
owner provides written consent to do so. All power
sources must be self-contained. No power cable or
equipment shall be extended at or across any city
street, alley, sidewalk, or right-of-way.
(0) Mobile food vehicles/trailers/stands
shall not be parked within 150 feet of an existing
brick and mortar restaurant during the hours when
such restaurant is open to the public for business, or
closer than 50 feet from another approved mobile
food vehicle/trailer/stand unless the vendor has
obtained permission from the restaurant. (Ord. No.
2321, § 50-304, 4-22-2014)
(p) Subsection (j) shall not apply to a
mobile food vendor operating on private
property when all of the following conditions
are met:
1. The property shall not be used
as a commercial kitchen
permitted for the preparation of
food, where such use
constitutes more than fifty
percent (50%) of the gross
revenue generated on the
property.
2. Any water supply or electrical
service utilized by a mobile food
vendor shall be provided only
through utility connections that
have been installed for use by a
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mobile food vendor and lawfully
installed and maintained in
compliance with all applicable
building, plumbing, electrical,
health, and safety codes.
3. The property owner or occupant
in lawful possession of the
property has allowed mobile
food vendors to operate on the
property for no fewer than ten
(10) days during the thirty (30)
day period immediately
preceding the date the vendor
operates on the property
pursuant to this subsection; and
4. The vendor operates on the
property with the express
written permission of the
property owner or occupant in
lawful possession of the
property.
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Street Sweeping Contract
Submitted by: Joe Buthker, DPW Superintendent Department: Public Works
Brief Summary:
Staff seeks authorization to enter into a three-year agreement with Tri-Us Services, Inc. to provide
street sweeping services in the amount of $450,645 per year for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Street sweeping is funded through the City’s sanitation budget. Street sweeping is a critical
component of street maintenance, drainage best practices, and environmental protection. By
collecting and properly disposing of sediment, leaves, chemicals and other debris that collect on our
roadways, the City prevents those items from entering the storm sewer system. This reduces drainage
problems, helps limit clogs, and prevents the items from ending up polluting our water ways.
Sanitation revenues are derived from several sources, including property taxes, the sanitation fee on
our utility bills, and various service fees. The portion of the contract expenses related to state trunkline
sweeping on Apple Avenue and Seaway Drive are reimbursed by MDOT.
The City’s previous contract expired after last season. On February 16, 2026, staff issued an invitation
for bids for street sweeping services for 2026, 2027, and 2028. Two sealed bids were received, and the
costs are summarized in the attached bid tabulation. Bids were submitted by Tri-Us Services, Inc. and
SCA of MI, the same two companies that submitted bids for the 2023-2025 contract.
Tri-Us Services, Inc. has been contracted by the City for over two decades to perform street sweeping
services. During that time, the company has consistently performed high-quality work, met required
deadlines, and maintained strong communication with City staff. Their familiarity with the City’s
streets and operational needs has allowed them to efficiently complete sweeping operations while
working closely with City staff to address potential issues and accommodate special sweeping
requests.
SCA of MI submitted the lowest bid. Of note, the company's 2026 bid is $173,120.44 per year lower
than the company’s own 2023 bid. Due to this drastic reduction in their bid amid fuel price increases,
labor cost increases, and other cost indicators, staff contacted two large, adjacent local
government agencies with prior experience working with SCA of MI as references. Based on those
discussions, along with the long-standing and reliable performance of Tri-Us Services, Inc. in providing
street sweeping services to the City, staff recommends awarding the contract to Tri-Us Services, Inc.
for the 2026-2028 contract period. Notably, both of the references we contacted have since
returned to Tri-US for their street sweeping services.
The increased cost of the contract will be incorporated into the sanitation budget for the upcoming
fiscal year. It is estimated that an additional $78,000 will be required this fiscal year, and the sanitation
budget will be adjusted accordingly. During upcoming FY26-27 budget discussions, DPW and
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Finance staff will work together to determine if a sanitation fee increase will be necessary and bring a
recommendation to the Commission later this spring if so.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 4: Financial Infrastructure
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
$450,645 per year Yes X No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Sanitation (101-521) Yes X No N/A
Recommended Motion:
Move to authorize staff to enter into a three-year agreement with Tri-Us Services, Inc. to provide street
sweeping services in the amount of $450,645 per year for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division X Purchasing Policy
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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Bid Tabulation
Street Sweeping Contract (2026, 2027, and 2028)
March 5, 2026
SCA TRI-US
OF MI, LLC SERVICES, INC.
4141 Rockside Rd, #100 PO Box 123
Seven Hills, OH Kent City, MI
44131 49330
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Description Total Total
Sweep Sweep Sweep Sweep Sweep Sweep Sweep Sweep
Regular Sweeps $141,805 $46,670 $46,670 $46,670 $281,815 $182,225 $95,645 $76,220 $72,705 $426,795
Trunkline Sweeps $9,600 $2,600 $2,600 $2,600 $17,400 $11,925 $4,275 $4,050 $3,600 $23,850
Annual Total Bid $299,215 $450,645
Special Events $225 per hour $250 per hour
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Invoice for Maintenance of Voting
Equipment - REMOVE PER STAFF REQUEST
Submitted by: Ann Meisch, City Clerk Department: City Clerk
Brief Summary:
An invoice (attached) for maintenance of our current voting equipment has been received for
$37,876 effective June 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027.
Detailed Summary & Background:
It was originally believed that new election equipment would be received this fiscal year and
maintenance was not budgeted. Normally, a certain number of years of maintenance is included
with new equipment. The State had a delay and a Request For Proposals was requested in early
2026. It is anticipated that we will have new Election equipment in early 2027.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 1: Destination Community & Quality of Life
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
$37,876 Yes No X N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
101-215-729. Yes X No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To approve a request to pay the invoice of $37,876 for maintenance of the Election equipment.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division X
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads X
Communication
Legal Review
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INVOICE
DATE: 3/3/2026
Phone: (800) 223-4278
AccountsReceivable@hartic.com INVOICE #: INV005737
BILL TO SHIP TO
City of Muskegon, MI City of Muskegon, MI
933 Terrace St 933 Terrace St
Muskegon MI 49440-1348 Muskegon MI 49440-1348
United States United States
Memo PO # SHIPPING METHOD DUE DATE TERMS
Invoice is due on or
before beginning term FedEx Ground 6/1/2026 Special
date.
ITEM DESCRIPTION Start Date End Date QTY RATE AMOUNT
License and License and Support 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $4,663.09
Support
Extended Extended Hardware 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $6,744.44
Hardware Warranty
Warranty
Preventative Preventative 1 $0.0000 $740.47
Maintenance Maintenance
License and License and Support 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $311.24
Support
Extended Extended Hardware 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $224.28
Hardware Warranty
Warranty
Preventative Preventative 1 $0.0000 $28.48
Maintenance Maintenance
License and License and Support 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $311.24
Support
Extended Extended Hardware 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $224.28
Hardware Warranty
Warranty
Check Remit Address: ACH should be sent to: Federal Tax ID#: 95-3248916
Hart InterCivic, Inc. Hart InterCivic, Inc.
PO Box 674836 Texas Capital Bank
Dallas, TX 75267-4836 ABA: 111017979
accountsreceivable@hartic.com Account: 2400000506
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INVOICE
DATE: 3/3/2026
Phone: (800) 223-4278
AccountsReceivable@hartic.com INVOICE #: INV005737
ITEM DESCRIPTION Start Date End Date QTY RATE AMOUNT
Preventative Preventative 1 $0.0000 $28.48
Maintenance Maintenance
License and License and Support 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $16,490.00
Support
License and License and Support 06/01/2026 05/31/2027 1 $0.0000 $8,110.00
Support
SUBTOTAL $37,876.00
SPECIAL DISCOUNT
SHIPPING & HANDLING $0.00
TAX TOTAL $0.00
TOTAL $37,876.00
AMOUNT PAID $0.00
AMOUNT DUE $37,876.00
Check Remit Address: ACH should be sent to: Federal Tax ID#: 95-3248916
Hart InterCivic, Inc. Hart InterCivic, Inc.
PO Box 674836 Texas Capital Bank
Dallas, TX 75267-4836 ABA: 111017979
accountsreceivable@hartic.com Account: 2400000506
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Resolution for Charitable Gaming License -
Watch Us Go Boating - Muskegon
Submitted by: Ann Meisch, City Clerk Department: City Clerk
Brief Summary:
Watch Us Go Boating - Muskegon is requesting a resolution recognizing them as a non-profit
organization operating in the City for the purpose of obtaining a gaming license. They have been
recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization by the State.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Goal/Action Item:
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
Yes No N/A X
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes No N/A X
Recommended Motion:
Approval of the resolution for a Charitable Gaming License.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Resolution for Charitable Gaming License -
Route 31 Foundation
Submitted by: Ann Meisch, City Clerk Department: City Clerk
Brief Summary:
Route 31 Foundation is requesting a resolution recognizing them as a non-profit organization
operating in the City for the purpose of obtaining a gaming license. They have been recognized as
a 501(c)(3) organization by the State.
Detailed Summary & Background:
Goal/Action Item:
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
Yes No N/A X
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes No N/A X
Recommended Motion:
Approval of the resolution for a Charitable Gaming License.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: Muskegon Farmers Market Vendor Rates
Submitted by: Ann Meisch, City Clerk Department: City Clerk
Brief Summary:
To approve the proposed rates for vendors at the Farmers Market in 2026.
Detailed Summary & Background:
It is recommended that the city increase rates for seasonal vendors by approximately 3% in 2026. The
remaining rates will remain the same. Staff reviewed rates of other farmers market and we are
comparable. The Muskegon Farmers Market Advisory Board also reviewed the proposed increase.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 1: Destination Community & Quality of Life
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
Yes No N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To approve the rate increases for the Farmers Market as proposed.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Immediate Division X
Head
Information
Technology
Other Division Heads
Communication
Legal Review
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2026 Summer Rates (May 2 - November 28) (Closed Thanksgiving 11/26) Starting Date: Saturday May 2
per stall/per day
Corner 7 - Months $800.00 $8.79 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $828.00
Regular 7 - Months $750.00 $8.24 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $778.00
No Parking 7 - Months $620.00 $6.81 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $648.00
Tuesday May - June $25.00 Winter Mkt Nov/Inside/Door TBD
Tuesday July - Sept $35.00 Winter Mkt Nov/Inside/Table TBD
Tuesday Oct - Nov $25.00
Thursday May - Nov $20.00 Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr)/Door/Daily TBD
Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr)/Table/Daily TBD
Saturday May - Nov $50.00 Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr) Outside TBD
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2025 Summer Rates (May 3 - November 29) (Closed Thanksgiving 11/27) Starting Date: Thursday May 1
per stall/per day
Tier 1 - Corner 7 - Months $775.00 $8.61 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $803.00
Tier 1 - Regular 7 - Months $725.00 $8.05 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $753.00
Tier 2 - Regular 7 - Months/NO PARK $600.00 $6.67 Plus $28.00 Advertising Fee $628.00
Tuesday May - June $25.00 Winter Mkt Nov/Inside/Door TBD
Tuesday July - Sept $35.00 Winter Mkt Nov/Inside/Table TBD
Tuesday Oct - Nov $25.00
Thursday May - Nov $20.00 Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr)/Door/Daily TBD
Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr)/Table/Daily TBD
Saturday May - Nov $50.00 Winter Mkt (Dec-Apr) Outside TBD
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Agenda Item Review Form
Muskegon City Commission
Commission Meeting Date: March 24, 2026 Title: MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant
application Resolution
Submitted by: Jonathan Seyferth, City Manager Department: Manager's Office
Brief Summary:
The city is seeking to exercise the purchase option in the Sappi site PUD to acquire (10) lakefront
parcels at 2400 and 2850 Lakeshore Drive. The parcels would be acquired through application to the
MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant program. The property would be used as a new public
parklet with increased Muskegon Lake waterfront access at the end of the Lincoln Street extension
into the development.
Detailed Summary & Background:
The city is seeking to exercise the purchase option in the Sappi site PUD to acquire (10) lakefront
parcels at 2400 and 2850 Lakeshore Drive. The parcels would be acquired through application to the
MDNR Natural Resources Trust Fund grant program. The MDNR requires a resolution of support from
the local unit of government to be included as part of the application. Acquisition of the lakefront
parcels will secure public ownership and permanent public access to Muskegon Lake and support
long-term redevelopment consistent with adopted City plans.
The total estimated MNRTF-eligible project cost is $1,580,500, and the City intends to request
$1,106,300 in MNRTF assistance with a local match in the amount of $474,200 from City funds,
representing approximately 30% of the total project cost.
Goal/Action Item:
2027 Goal 1: Destination Community & Quality of Life - Improved access to waterways
Is this a repeat item?:
Explain what change has been made to justify bringing it back to Commission:
Amount Requested: Budgeted Item:
$474,200 Yes No X N/A
Fund(s) or Account(s): Budget Amendment Needed:
Yes X No N/A
Recommended Motion:
To approve the Resolution of support as presented and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign.
Approvals: Name the Policy/Ordinance Followed:
Part 19 of P.A. 451 of 1994, as amended.
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Immediate Division X
Head
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Current Opportunity
Sappi Property
City has first right to pur-
chase 10 lots as shown
• Expands a new
waterfront park
• Adds 240 ft of frontage
and 0.83 acres of land
• Deeded City property
• No amenities planned
• Total Cost: $1,580,500*
• Grant: $1,106,300
• City Match: $474,200
*Based on estimated market value plus expenses
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City of Muskegon
RESOLUTION NO. _______
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF A MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND
(MNRTF) GRANT APPLICATION FOR LAND ACQUISITION AT THE FORMER SAPPI SITE
WHEREAS, the City of Muskegon desires to acquire 10 parcels located at the former Sappi paper mill site along
Lake Muskegon, commonly referred to as the Sappi Site or Sappi/Windward Pointe parcels, for public outdoor
recreation purposes; and
WHEREAS, the proposed acquisition will secure public ownership and permanent public access to lakefront
property and support long-term redevelopment consistent with adopted City plans; and
WHEREAS, the proposed acquisition is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City of Muskegon’s adopted
2022 Community Parks and Recreation Plan; and
WHEREAS, property acquired with MNRTF assistance shall be dedicated to public outdoor recreation use in
perpetuity in accordance with Part 19 of Public Act 451 of 1994, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the total estimated MNRTF-eligible project cost is $1,580,500, and the City of Muskegon intends to
request $1,106,300 in MNRTF assistance with a local match in the amount of $474,200 from City funds,
representing approximately 30% of the total project cost; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 24, 2026, at a regular City Commission meeting, providing an
opportunity for public input regarding the proposed MNRTF application;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Muskegon City Commission hereby authorizes submission of a
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund application in the amount of $1,106,300 for acquisition of the Sappi Site
parcels.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Muskegon commits to providing the required local match of
$474,200 and authorizes the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to submit the application and, if
awarded, to accept and administer the grant in accordance with MNRTF program requirements.
AYES:
NAYES:
ABSENT:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED.
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Muskegon City
Commission at a regular meeting held on March 24, 2026, at which a quorum was present.
Dated: _____________
_______________________________
City Clerk
_______________________________
Mayor
City of Muskegon
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