June 8, 2026 City Council Meeting

The June 8, 2026 City Council meeting of Garden City covered a range of topics including community events, zoning ordinance amendments, contract approvals, and policy discussions. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of an amendment to the water service contract with the Great Lakes Water Authority, which is expected to result in future cost savings for the city. The council also approved the renewal of the Civic Plus annual contract for website and software services at a cost of $33,617.73, reflecting the full rate after promotional discounts expired. Additionally, the council authorized continued participation in the Clemus public safety technology network with an annual fee of approximately $45,873. A new lease agreement for the Garden City Library was approved, extending through September 2030 with an annual rent increase to $53,000. The council also adopted a resolution to opt out of the Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act requirements, consistent with existing collective bargaining agreements. Other discussions included a zoning amendment to regulate residential driveway widths, a call for a public hearing on the 2026 sidewalk program, and the establishment of compensation for an administrative hearing bureau officer. The meeting concluded with authorization for the city manager to submit a proposed two-year collective bargaining agreement with the Command Officers Association of Michigan.