City of Bay City, MI Live Stream

The City of Bay City, Michigan held a city commission meeting on May 12, 2026, primarily focused on the presentation and discussion of the fiscal year 2026-2027 general fund budget. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a five-year contract with McMillan Maintenance Services for professional management and maintenance of Oakridge Cemetery, valued at $155,000 for the first year with annual increases thereafter. Commissioners discussed the limited number of bids received and expressed interest in exploring in-house service options in the future. The meeting also addressed capital improvement projects such as the demolition and remediation of Station Number Two, funded by a $900,000 federal grant, and various park and infrastructure projects funded through the capital improvement plan. Additionally, the commission approved a resolution awarding $67,340 from opioid settlement funds to Sacred Heart for substance use disorder residential treatment and directed the city manager to establish an application process for remaining funds. Budget discussions highlighted personnel costs, retiree health care funding increases, and state revenue sharing fluctuations. Public input raised concerns about local infrastructure, traffic, and community development. The meeting concluded with remarks on ongoing city projects and acknowledgments of staff achievements.