City of Lowell's City Council Meeting, Monday, May 18, 2026 Part 2

The City of Lowell City Council meeting on May 18, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a resolution to grant an easement for 206 East Main Street to replace an existing back entrance, maintaining the same footprint. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the upcoming bid for the Fredmire Grand River Trail construction project, with an estimated construction cost of approximately $3.29 million. The city is responsible for covering about $1.2 million of this cost, with additional funding from various grants and partners, totaling over $4 million for the entire project. The council approved a resolution authorizing the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to award the contract following the bid opening on June 5. The meeting also touched on budget matters, including a $12,000 grant for museum repairs and the upcoming Riverside construction project. Council members expressed appreciation for staff efforts on the budget and discussed ongoing community engagement and infrastructure improvements. No other contract awards or procurement actions were noted during the session.