City of Port Huron June 23, 2025

The City of Port Huron held a council meeting on June 23, 2025, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved the continuation of two downtown special assessment districts for streetscape maintenance on Heron Avenue and Military Street, addressing public concerns about service levels and assessments. The council accepted bids for the purchase of a 2025 Ford F-150 pickup truck for the streets division and approved a proposal from Pentura LLC for new playground equipment at Kine Park, noting the equipment was discounted to fit the budget and would be added as a budget amendment. Additionally, the council approved amendments to the 2024-2025 budget for end-of-year adjustments, including ARP funds and unbudgeted wages. A lease agreement with the Mcome St. Clair Workforce Development Board was renewed, and a new three-year contract for auditing services was awarded to a firm with local presence, resulting in cost savings. The council also approved multiple collective bargaining agreements with city employee unions and authorized salary adjustments and one-time payments for non-union employees. Public comments raised concerns about transparency, city projects, and community issues, which the council addressed during the meeting. Overall, the meeting focused on managing city resources, approving contracts and purchases, and maintaining infrastructure and services.