Lakeside Business Improvement District Agenda 11-19-2025

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                         CITY OF MUSKEGON
         LAKESIDE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT- CORRIDOR
              IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING


DATE OF MEETING:                             November 19, 2025
TIME OF MEETING:                             9:00 a.m.
PLACE OF MEETING:                            City Hall Room 204, 933 Terrace St, Muskegon, MI

                                                              AGENDA

I.      Roll Call

II.     Approval of minutes – October 15, 2025

III.    Public Comment

IV.     CIA Agenda Items – Isabela Gonzalez

                   A. CIA Financial Statement – October 31, 2025

V.      BID Agenda Items – Isabela Gonzalez

                   A.     BID Financial Statement – October 31, 2025
                   B.     Discussion: MCBC Request for Concept Rendering Funding
                   C.     Discussion: Corridor Improvement Plan/Solutions for District
                   D.     Visit Muskegon 2026 Advertisement
                   E.     Discussion: Placer.Ai Report for Lakeside 2025 Fall Festival
                   F.     Discussion: Lakeside BID/CIA Budget 2026


VI.     Adjourn

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                          LAKESIDE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT-
                               CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
                       REGULAR BOARD MEETING October 15, 2025 MEETING MINUTES

Meeting called to order at 9:00 am by M. Flermoen

I.    ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: M. Lyonnais, M. Smith, E. Bodman, L. Hopson, M. Flermoen, S. Wilson
MEMBERS ABSENT: C. Castle (E), D. Ghezzi, R. Jenkins
OTHERS PRESENT: I. Gonzalez, J. Hines, D. VanderHeide

 II.       Approval of minutes – September 24, 2025 S. Wilson made a motion to approve from September 24, 2025.
           Supported by L. Hopson. All in favor.

 III.      CIA Agenda Items
        A. No transfers from the CIA account to the BID have occurred - Isabela Gonzalez CIA - Financial Statement –
           September 30, 2025 - As of September 30, 2025, the fund balance is $60,120.35. S. Wilson made a motion to
           accept the Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority financial statement as of September 30, 2025. Supported
           by L. Hopson. Roll call was taken:
           Aye: M. Lyonnais, M. Smith, E. Bodman, L. Hopson, M. Flermoen, S. Wilson
           Nay: None

 IV.       BID Agenda Items – Isabela Gonzalez

        A. BID Financial Statement – September 30, 2025 – Isabela Gonzalez - As of September 30, 2025, the fund balance
           is $22,577.77. The $300 donation to the Communications Department was transferred. Additionally, a $50
           printing fee for 200 Fall Festival brochures was processed. M. Smith made a motion to approve the Lakeside
           Business Improvement District financial statement as of September 30, 2025. Supported by L. Hopson. Roll call
           was taken:
           Aye: M. Lyonnais, M. Smith, E. Bodman, L. Hopson, M. Flermoen, S. Wilson
           Nay: None

        B. Public Works Speaker – Dan VanderHeide discussed traffic calling measures that have and have not been
           implemented in Lakeside. Speed related – essential tools are to make the streets look or appear more narrow to
           decrease speeds. Signs, painted crosswalks are the main things that have been done. More signs can be put out
           and should be discussed. Discussion only.
        C. Discussion: Signs Update – Discussion only. Mark updated the ordinance on signs. Citywide, they will allow one
           sign per business (any sign) as long as it abides by the sign ordinance for 6 months. Signs will be allowed only
           during business hours.
        D. Discussion: Corridor Improvement Plan/Solutions for District – Isabela Gonzalez confirmed previous
           conversations include 1) maintain a walkable community, 2)continue beautification efforts, 3) exploring a
           program to support a tenants and landlords in preparing spaces for new businesses and potential partnerships
           with small business incubators such as Muskegon Innovation hubs. Long term goals is to make Lakeside a year
           round destination. M. Flermoen discussed possible grant program for bringing new business into the district
        such as $5,000 reimbursement grant reimbursement with stipulations. Further discussions and options
        continue. S. Wilson shared budget to do so.
     E. Discussion: Digital Sign at Grand Trunk – Isabela has invited the interested party from Muskegon County
        Bicycling Coalition in November to clarify where a sign could be placed and other logistics.
     F. Appointment of New BID Board member - The BID has received two applications for the recently vacant board
        seat. After review, staff recommends the appointment of Jerome Johnson. Mr. Johnson is a resident of the City
        of Muskegon and opened his business, Slappy’s Slaw Dog and Sandwich, in Lakeside this year. His business
        brings customers into the district and he would offer a fresh perspective as both a resident and business
        owner.
        M. Lyonnaise made a move to recommend Jerome Johnson for appointment to the Lakeside Business
        Improvement District Board. Supported by L. Hopson. Roll call was taken:
        Aye: M. Lyonnais, M. Smith, E. Bodman, L. Hopson, M. Flermoen, S. Wilson
        Nay: None
     G. Discussion: Fall Festival Follow-Up
V.     Adjourn 10:27
                     Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority
                     Agenda Items IV-A for November 19, 2025

                        Financial Statement as of 10-15-2025

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: Staff is asking the Lakeside CIA to review and accept the CIA
financial statement as of October 31, 2025.

Staff Comments: As of October 31, 2025, the fund balance is $60,120.35.
No transfers from the CIA account to the BID have occurred.

Staff Recommendation: To accept the Lakeside CIA financial statement as of October
31, 2025.

Suggested Motion: I move to accept the Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority
financial statement as of October 31, 2025.
     LAKESIDE CIA FINANCIAL FOR 10/31/2025




Revenues                                              2024 ACTUAL            2025 BUDGET               31-Oct-25
Special Assessments                               $          22,198.00   $          37,103.00    $           36,584.00
Interest Income                                   $              97.88   $              75.00    $              112.00
Total                                             $          22,295.88   $          37,178.00    $           36,696.00

Expenses                                              2024 ACTUAL            2025 BUDGET               31-Oct-25
Landscaping                                       $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Holiday Decorations                               $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Snow Removal                                      $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Contingency                                       $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Transfer to Lakeside BID                          $           6,374.17   $           15,213.00   $                 -
Advertising                                       $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Total Expenses                                    $           6,374.17   $           15,213.00   $                 -

Net Rev/Expenses                                  $          15,921.71   $           21,965.00   $          36,696.00

Fund Balance at Beginning of Year                 $           7,502.64                           $          23,424.35

Fund Balance at End of Year                       $          23,424.35                           $          60,120.35




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                        Lakeside Business Improvement District
                       Agenda Items V-A for November 19, 2025

                         Financial Statement as of 10-15-2025

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: Staff is asking the Lakeside BID to review and accept the BID
financial statement as of October 31, 2025.

Staff Comments: As of October 31, 2025, the fund balance is $5,902.77. Posted
expenses include: Fall Festival expenses including Earle Press printing, inflatables, and
Shoreline Shuttle tram. Other expenses include $3,000 to Lamar for the Lakeside
billboard advertisements and $11,500 for snowplowing services this winter.
Expenses to hit this November include $1,940 for DPW’s Fall Festival invoice and $499
for Shoreline Insurance.
Staff Recommendation: To accept the Lakeside BID financial statement as of October
31, 2025.

Suggested Motion: I move to accept the Lakeside Business Improvement District
financial statement as of October 31, 2025.
     LAKESIDE BID FINANCIAL FOR 10/31/2025




Revenues                                              2024 ACTUAL            2025 BUDGET               31-Oct-25
Special Assessments                               $          22,239.23   $          21,645.23    $           22,448.23
Interest Income                                   $              69.66   $             150.82    $               24.37
Grant (MML Foundation)                            $                -                             $                 -
Lakeside District Assoc. (split cost Christmas)   $                -                             $                 -
Lakeside Neighborhood Assoc.                      $                -     $                 -     $                 -
Fall Festival                                     $             800.00   $                 -     $              200.00
Transfer from General fund for Snow Removal       $                -     $            3,266.00   $            3,920.00
Intended CIA Transfer                             $           6,374.17   $           15,212.94   $                 -
Total                                             $          29,483.06   $           40,274.99   $           26,592.60

Expenses                                              2024 ACTUAL            2025 BUDGET               31-Oct-25
Landscaping                                       $                -     $           1,000.00    $                 -
Holiday Decorations                               $           3,297.36   $           1,000.00    $                 -
Snow Removal                                      $          23,000.00   $          23,000.00    $           11,500.00
Transfer to DDA                                   $             600.00   $                -      $                 -
Fall Festival Expenses/Events                     $           3,497.99   $          12,000.00    $            4,620.00
Advertising                                       $           7,156.30   $           6,279.00    $            4,583.70
Total Expenses                                    $          37,551.65   $          43,279.00    $           20,703.70

Net Rev/Expenses                                  $           (8,068.59) $           (3,004.01) $             5,888.90

Fund Balance at Beginning of Year                 $           8,082.46                           $                 13.87

Fund Balance at End of Year                       $              13.87                           $            5,902.77




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                      Lakeside Business Improvement District
                      Agenda Items V-B for November 19, 2025

            Discussion: MCBC Request for Concept Rendering Funding

Requesting Party: Muskegon County Bicycling Coalition (MCBC)

Outline of Request: Aaron Bodbyl-Mast, of the MCBC, would like to discuss the
Shoreline Trails and Greenways Plan and what it could mean for the district. Specifically,
MCBC is requesting that the Lakeside BID/CIA consider contributing funding toward a
conceptual rendering for an enhanced trailhead and placemaking area along Lakeshore
Drive. Clarity will be provided for the location, and Aaron will be available to answer
any questions. Attached to this agenda item, is an example of a rendering.
Staff Comments: There is also a Connect Muskegon page with information and
additional links to the finalized plan: https://muskegon-
mi.civilspace.io/en/projects/shoreline-trails-and-greenways-plan
For consideration, the Lakeside BID has BID funds to spend, and the 2026 budget is on
today’s agenda.
Staff Recommendation: N/A

Suggested Motion: Discussion Only
Below: Existing Conditions along Glenside Boulevard




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Below: Conceptual rendering of the Broadway avenue greenway at Glenside Boulevard




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                       Lakeside Business Improvement District
                      Agenda Items V-C for November 19, 2025

            Discussion: Corridor Improvement Plan/Solutions for District

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: At the October meeting, the board expressed interest in exploring a
program to provide direct financial support to new or existing businesses in the district.
Staff has since met with the City Attorney to clarify what is legally permissible under
Public Act 120 (BID) and Public Act 57 (CIA). TIF revenue cannot be used for direct
grants or startup assistance to private businesses. However, BID/CIA funds can be used
for improvements that meet a public purpose – such as façade improvements, shared
signage, landscaping, or pedestrian safety enhancements.

Staff Comments: Staff created several feasible and legal options for Lakeside BID
investments into the business community.
Staff Recommendation: N/A

Suggested Motion: Discussion Only
Legal Avenues the Lakeside BID can support business growth in
Lakeside

Option 1 – Privately Raised Business Support Fund (Outside BID/CIA)
A separate fund housed with a partner organization (ex: Community Foundation
for Muskegon County) that can issue direct grants to Lakeside businesses without
BID/CIA legal restrictions.

Key Features:
     Can support startup costs, buildout, equipment, or working capital
     Can be seeded by donations, sponsorships, fundraisers, or non-TIF dollars
     Could include a Lakeside-based advisory or review committee

Considerations:
Requires outside fundraising or anchor pledge to establish
Not administered by the City; BID may only advocate, not finance

Option 2 – BID/CIA Matching Grant Program for Façade, Signage &
Landscaping
Allows the BID to use its legal powers to reimburse businesses or landlords for
visible improvements that enhance the district environment.

Eligible Projects:
      Storefront façade upgrades
      Exterior signage and lighting
      Streetside landscaping, planters, or outdoor seating
      ADA entrance improvements or pedestrian-oriented enhancements

Program Structure Options:
50% match up to $5,000 per project (example)
Could prioritize high-visibility properties or business turnover locations
Simple application + proof-of-payment reimbursement model
Expanded on Option 1 (Option 3) – Lakeside Community Business Support
Fund + Annual Fundraising Event
A business support fund created outside of the BID/CIA,but launched and
sustained through a Lakeside-branded fundraising event (street party, tasting event,
block fest, cruise-in, etc.).


How It Works:
A partner org (ex: Community Foundation for Muskegon County) holds the fund
BID/CIA does not contribute money, only helps organize/market the event

      Event proceeds → direct grants for Lakeside businesses (startup, equipment,
      buildout, etc.)
      Could become a yearly model (“Support Your District Night” / “Lakeside
      Strong” etc.)
      Could include sponsorships, ticket sales, silent auction, donor tiers, etc.

Why This Is Different from Option 1:
Gives businesses AND residents a way to invest in each other
Builds district identity + foot traffic + PR value

What BID Can Legally Do:
✅ Promote the event
✅ Help coordinate logistics, permits, marketing
❌ Spend TIF dollars on grants or payouts
                       Lakeside Business Improvement District
                      Agenda Items V-D for November 19, 2025

                         Visit Muskegon 2026 Advertisement

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: Staff has prepared a few mockups of potential quarter-size
advertisements for the 2026 Visit Muskegon magazine. Lakeside BID/CIA historically
purchases a quarter page each year to promote Lakeside. The cost of a quarter page is
$875. Staff is seeking direction to move forward with an advertisement and, if so, which
design to possibly use.
Staff Comments: N/A
Staff Recommendation: To recommend staff to move forward with a quarter-page
advertisement in the 2026 Visit Muskegon magazine and allow staff to finalize design
based on board feedback.

Suggested Motion: I move to approve the purchase of a quarter-page advertisement in
the 2026 Visit Muskegon magazine and authorize staff to finalize the design.
                      Lakeside Business Improvement District
                      Agenda Items V-E for November 19, 2025

            Discussion: Placer.Ai Report for Lakeside 2025 Fall Festival

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: As requested last month, staff has prepared a Placer.Ai report for
Lakeside’s 2025 Fall Festival for the board’s review.
Staff Comments: N/A
Staff Recommendation: N/A

Suggested Motion: Discussion Only
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                      Lakeside Business Improvement District
                      Agenda Items V-F for November 19, 2025

                     Discussion: Lakeside BID/CIA Budget 2026

Requesting Party: City Economic Development

Outline of Request: The end of the year is approaching, staff has begun discussions for
Lakeside’s BID/CIA budgets. Staff would like to receive input from the board on how
BID funds should be allocated for 2026. Reminder, all BID funds must be spent before
the BID expiration in January 2027.
Staff Comments: N/A
Staff Recommendation: N/A

Suggested Motion: N/A
                    2026 Lakeside BID Budget

2025 Fund Balance                               $3,463.77
                            Revenue
INTENDED CIA Transfer                          $10,000.00
2026 Estimated Revenue                         $22,060.41
Transfer from General Fund for Snow Removal        $3,000
Interest Income                                   $150.82
Total                                          $38,675.00

                         Expenditures
Snow Removal                                     $23,000
Landscaping                                       $1,000
Events                                            $8,500
Advertising, Marketing, & Promotion               $6,279
Holiday Decorations                                   $0
Total                                            $38,779

Estimated Fund Balance Dec. 31. 2026             ($104.00)
                       2026 Lakeside CIA Budget

2025 Fund Balance                                  $60,035.30
                             Revenue
2026 Estimated Revenue (Tax Capture)               $53,000.00
Interest Income                                         $0.00
Total                                              $53,000.00

                            Expenditures
Transfer to Lakeside BID                             $10,000
Total                                                $10,000

Estimated Fund Balance Dec. 31. 2026              $103,035.30

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