City of Port Huron January 27, 2025

The City of Port Huron held a council meeting on January 27, 2025, which included a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funds for housing and community development projects. The council discussed ongoing capital projects such as the canal project, which is progressing on schedule but requires additional state funding to complete. The city manager emphasized the need for sustainable funding for local road repairs and highlighted the challenges of balancing budget priorities. The council approved several procurement-related items, including the installation of a garage door at the wastewater treatment plant and the replacement and upgrade of data center servers and switches, with contracts awarded to qualified vendors. Additionally, the council approved the sale of a vacant lot to Michigan Community Capital for $1, contingent on securing funding, as part of workforce housing initiatives. A public hearing was scheduled for February 10, 2025, to gather community input on updates to the city's comprehensive master plan, which will guide future development including housing and pedestrian safety. The meeting also addressed concerns about contractor performance on city projects and the importance of following established policies for property sales and procurement.