City of Bay City, MI Live Stream

The City of Bay City, Michigan held a City Commission meeting on June 15, 2026, which included a detailed presentation on the city's sanitation billing ordinance, particularly addressing how multi-family residential and multi-tenant commercial properties are billed for trash collection services. The discussion emphasized the rationale for individualized billing of commercial tenants to ensure fair revenue capture and accountability, while multi-family residential units with 11 or more units are billed as a single property to keep housing affordable. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about billing practices and potential options for businesses to manage waste collection. The meeting also covered public comments on property tax concerns and budgetary issues. The commission approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 city budget and millage rates, with discussions highlighting the importance of fiscal responsibility and transparency. Additionally, there was debate regarding funding for community programs, with some commissioners supporting a mayoral veto related to a funding decision. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of staff and upcoming infrastructure projects, including a grant for riverwalk sidewalk improvements.