7-21-26 Commission Meeting

The City of Bay City, Michigan held a commission meeting on July 21, 2026, focusing heavily on infrastructure and public safety projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the allocation of $2.5 million from the city's UBP account for local road projects, with preliminary engineering and project prioritization underway. The commission discussed the potential for a local road millage to generate approximately $850,000 per mill annually, with considerations for transparency and public communication before placing it on a future ballot. Additionally, the meeting addressed critical public safety infrastructure needs, particularly the replacement of Fire Station 2 due to contamination issues and aging facilities. A $959,000 grant secured for demolition and remediation was noted, but the estimated cost for a new station was approximately $9.1 million, with potential bonding and millage options discussed to cover construction costs. The commission also approved a land sale agreement for $37,500 related to a hotel parking area, and voted to approve a new city manager employment contract effective July 21, 2026, through June 30, 2028. Public input highlighted concerns about infrastructure funding, contamination risks, and public safety priorities. The meeting concluded with motions passed to advance infrastructure projects and administrative contracts, setting the stage for future procurement and funding decisions.