City of Port Huron April 28, 2025

The City of Port Huron held a council meeting on April 28, 2025, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council received and filed appointments to commissions, approved resolutions to receive the proposed capital improvement program and Downtown Development Authority budget, and scheduled public hearings for May 12, 2025. A significant agenda item was the approval of a contract with the Michigan Department of Transportation for a roadway reconstruction project, including utility upgrades and ADA-compliant sidewalk improvements, supported by approximately $1.1 million in federal aid. The council also authorized submission of a grant request to the Michigan Health Endowment Fund for engineering and design work to improve access to waterfront recreational areas. The proposed 2025-2026 city budget was presented, totaling nearly $144 million, with detailed discussion on revenue sources, expenditures, and capital improvement projects including street repairs and infrastructure maintenance. Additionally, the council debated and ultimately did not pass an ordinance to allow backyard chickens, reflecting community input and concerns. The meeting concluded with announcements about upcoming budget discussions and community cleanup events.