City of Saginaw, MI City Council June 22, 2026

The City of Saginaw, MI City Council held a meeting on June 22, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $31,229 contract with Advanced Business Communications for emergency call boxes installation at Ojiway Island Park, a $144,468 contract with Fiser Contracting Company for the Ojiway Island North Trail extension, and a $599,000 contract with Zyllem for professional services related to water and wastewater treatment for fiscal year 2027, with additional funds allocated for subsequent years. The council also approved budget amendments related to the Hoy Park upper area improvements. Discussions addressed public safety enhancements, park maintenance staffing challenges, and infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the council introduced a nuisance ordinance for future consideration, aiming to address chronic public nuisances and enforcement issues. Presentations from Consumers Energy clarified misconceptions about data centers, emphasizing infrastructure upgrades funded by large users and protections to prevent cost shifting to residents. The meeting reflected a focus on community safety, park revitalization, and infrastructure investment, with motions passed to support these initiatives.