City of Saginaw, MI City Council July 27, 2026

The City of Saginaw, MI City Council held a public meeting on July 27, 2026, which included a public hearing on the authorization of the issuance of the Water Supply System Revenue Refunding Bond Series 2026. The council discussed refinancing $113 million in bonds to achieve approximately $500,000 in savings over the bond's life. The meeting also covered various community concerns, including a proposed nuisance gatherings ordinance aimed at addressing public disturbances and safety issues, which was ultimately approved despite some opposition. Additionally, the council authorized the submission of an Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant application with a commitment of matching funds, and recognized a nonprofit organization for a charitable gaming license. A significant agenda item was the approval of a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 102, covering the term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2030. The meeting featured public input on topics such as rental late fees, surveillance camera contracts, and community safety, with council members addressing concerns about enforcement, privacy, and community violence intervention programs. Motions related to bond refinancing, grant applications, ordinance adoption, and labor contracts were passed by majority votes.