On the agenda: Saginaw meeting — Flock Safety (Apr 21)

Saginaw City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
1315 S. Washington Avenue
Council Chambers, Room 205
April 21, 2025
6:30 p.m.

Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance:
Roll Call:
Announcements:
1. Proclamation declaring April 25, 2025 as “Arbor Day.”
Public Hearings:
Public Input:
(A list will be provided following submittal deadline.)
Remarks of Council:
Reports from Manager:
Consent Agenda:
1. Approve the April 7, 2025 regular council meeting minutes.
2. Approve to increase the hourly rate for the services of Amy Lusk and the
attorneys of Gilbert & Smith, P.C. to $135 per hour for City Attorney legal
services, effective July 1, 2025.
3. Ratification of an emergency purchase order with GW Heating and Air
Conditioning, Inc. for $4,260 for a new furnace unit at 915 Webber Street for the
Department of Office of Management and Budget, Community Services
Community Development Block Grant Division.
4. Approve the First Contract Amendment to the Subrecipient CDBG Agreement for
Program Year 2024-25 with Houghton Jones Neighborhood Task Force, Inc. for
$17,500.
5. Approve the increase to blanket purchase order number 519268 with Front Line
Services, Inc. by $12,000, for a new total of $97,000, for fire apparatus service
and repairs for the Fire Department.
6. Approve the increase to blanket purchase order number 521085 with The W.W.
Williams Company LLC by $8,000, for a new total of $16,000, for fire apparatus
service and repairs for the Fire Department.
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Saginaw City Council Agenda
April 21, 2025

7. Ratification of a purchase with A C Klopf, Inc. for $17,890 for the replacement of
the heating and cooling unit for the firefighter dorm at Fire Station No. 1, 801
Federal Avenue, for the Fire Department.
8. Ratification of a purchase with Cummins, Inc. for $3,577 for the replacement of
the EGR cooler on Fire Engine No. 4 for the Fire Department.
9. Approve the Third Amendment to the Security Detail Agreement with Birch Park
Preservation II Limited Dividend Housing Association LLC to install license plate
readers for the Police Department.
10. Approve the purchase with Flock Group, Inc. for $152,950 with installment
payments set at $35,350 for FY 2025 and pending budget approval $29,400
annually for FY 2026 through FY 2029, for a Flock Safety Intersection
Surveillance System for the Police Department.
11. Approve the purchase with Berger Chevrolet, Inc. for $46,658 for two 2025
Chevrolet Trax LS vehicles for the Department of Neighborhood Services and
Inspections, Inspections Division.
12. Approve to increase the blanket purchase order with Wieland Truck by $5,000,
for a new total of $40,000, for parts for the Public Services Department, Motor
Pool Division.
13. Approve the purchase with Smyrna Ready Mix, DBA, SRM Concrete, for an
amount not to exceed $212,015.87 for FY 2025 and not to exceed $500,000 for
FY 2026, pending budget approval, for ready mix concrete for the Public
Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
14. Approve the purchase with Smyrna Ready Mix, DBA SRM Concrete, for an
annual amount not to exceed $45,000 for FY 2025 and not to exceed $200,000
for FY 2026, pending budget approval, for ready mix concrete for the Public
Services Department, Streets Division.
15. Approve the purchase with Midwest Municipal Instrumentation, Inc., a sole
source, for $4,620, for magnetic flow meters for the Water and Wastewater
Department, Remote Facilities Division.
Board/Commission/Committee Reports:
Appointment of Board/Commission/Committee Members:
Ordinance Introduction:
Ordinance Adoption:

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Saginaw City Council Agenda
April 21, 2025

Resolutions:
1. Adopt the 2021 Michigan Building Code, 2021 Michigan Rehab Code, and 2021
Michigan Commercial Energy Code.
2. Approve the MDOT Cost Agreement 25-5208 for the reconstruction of S.
Wheeler Street from Michigan Avenue to Gratiot Road (M-46).
Unfinished Business:
1. Approve the Community Development Block Grant Program Submission
Program for Year 2025-2026.
2. Approve the HOME Program Submission Program for Year 2025-2026.
3. Approve the HOMELESS Assistance Program Emergency Solutions Grant
Submission Program for Year 2025-2026.
Miscellaneous Business:
Adjournment:
Timothy Morales
City Manager
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City of Saginaw

Proclamation
WHEREAS, in 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture
that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees; and
WHEREAS, this holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more
than a million trees in Nebraska, and is now observed throughout the nation and the
world; and
WHEREAS, trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, cut
heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce life-giving
oxygen, and provide habitat for wildlife; and
WHEREAS, trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for our homes, and
for our fires. Trees also increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of
business areas, and beautify our community; and
WHEREAS, trees wherever they are planted, are a source of joy and spiritual renewal.
In 2024, the City of Saginaw, Streets, Section of the Right of Way Division also pruned
575 trees and removed 256 trees.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, I, Brenda F. Moore, Mayor of the City of
Saginaw, do hereby proclaim April 25, 2025 as “ARBOR DAY” in the City of Saginaw;
and
FURTHERMORE, I urge all citizens to plant trees to gladden the heart and promote the
wellbeing of this and future generations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City
of Saginaw to be affixed this 21st day of April in the year of our Lord two thousand
twenty-five.

Brenda F. Moore, Mayor
Councilpersons
Priscilla Garcia, Mayor Pro Tem,
Michael D. Balls, Carly R. Hammond,
Heidi G. Wiggins, Monique Lamar-Silvia, Bill Ostash,
Eric D. Braddock, Sr., and Jacinta Seals
April 21, 2025

Timothy Morales, City Manager

UNAPPROVED

APRIL 7, 2025

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A REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAGINAW, MICHIGAN,
WAS HELD MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2025, AT 6:30 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY
HALL, 1315 S. WASHINGTON AVENUE, SAGINAW, MICHIGAN.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Seals offered a prayer and Council Member Wiggins led the pledge of
allegiance of the United States of America.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order. Council Members present: Monique Silvia,
Jacinta Seals, Michael Balls, Priscilla Garcia, Bill Ostash, Eric Braddock Sr., Heidi
Wiggins, Carly Hammond, Brenda Moore: 9. Council Members absent: 0.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Clerk Kristine Bolzman announced the following:
• Yard waste collection begins this week, with collection being on your regular trash
day.
• The Convenience Station will be open this Saturday, April 12, from 8:00 a.m. to
noon. City residents may utilize the station to drop off miscellaneous or bulky items.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Clerk Bolzman announced the public hearing regarding the 2025-2026 Community
Development Block Grant Program Emergency Solutions Grant Program, HOME
Investment Partnership Program. Mayor Moore called for public comments. Valerie Toney
spoke in favor of the topic. Mayor Moore again called for public comments. Patricia Baird,
Abbey Stemple, Fred Lewis, Hurley Coleman III, Anganetta Irvin, and Julius Tate all spoke
in favor. Mayor Moore called for public comments a third time. No other comments were
made.
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Seals to close the public
hearing. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
PUBLIC INPUT
Members of the public that addressed the Council: David Gholston, Melanie Velasco,
Alexis Thomas, and Evelyn McGovern.
COUNCIL REMARKS
Remarks were heard from the following Council Members: Balls, Ostash, Braddock,
Wiggins, Hammond, Silvia, Seals, Garcia, and Moore.
REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
City Manager Tim Morales reported updates regarding various projects.
Manager Morales introduced Travis Hare, City Engineer. Mr. Hare presented an overview
of upcoming Engineering projects.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Council Member Wiggins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to approve the
consent agenda, allowing room for exceptions. No exceptions were made. 9 ayes, 0 nays,
0 absent. Motion approved.

UNAPPROVED

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1. Approve the March 24, 2025 regular council meeting minutes.
2. Approve to increase the blanket purchase order with McDonald Ford by $4,000,
for a new total of $19,000, for vehicle parts for the Public Services Department,
Motor Pool Division.
3. Approve to increase the blanket purchase order with Garber Chevrolet by
$1,000.00, for a new total of $41,000, for vehicle repair services for the Public
Services Department, Motor Pool Division.
4. Approve to increase the blanket purchase order with Geyer’s Pennzoil by $1,000,
for a new total of $9,000, for vehicle repair services for the Public Services
Department, Motor Pool Division.
5. Approve the purchase with A.C. Klopf, for $6,832 for the replacement of two
furnace units for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service
Division.
6. Approve the purchase with North American Overhead Door, Inc. for $14,432 for
the replacement of two overhead garage doors and openers for the Public Services
Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
7. Approve to increase the contract with Lois Kay Contracting, Co. by $590,000, for
a new total contract cost of $1,403,934.22, for the 2024 Mill and Resurface project
for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
8. Approve the purchase with Insite, c/o Dave Ray Associates, a sole source, for
$5,847 for replacement components and parts of dissolved oxygen meters for the
Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Treatment and Pumping
Division.
9. Ratification of a purchase with Owl Services USA for $5,000 for cleaning of the
Water Treatment Plant’s underground fuel tanks for the Water and Wastewater
Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment Division.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Ostash reported that members of the Planning Commission and
Economic Development Department will be present for the zoning ordinance rewrite
presentation at the City-wide meeting on April 9. The meeting is at Saginaw United High
School at 5:30 p.m.
Council Member Ostash reported that the Ojibway Island Committee has met and was
provided with details from the Streets Division on the repairs that will take place over the
summer. He reported that any action will likely be at least a year out and invited those with
questions to email the committee.
RESOLUTIONS
Moved by Council Member Balls, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to adopt a
resolution approving the Saginaw County Emergency Services Mutual Aid Agreement. 9
ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Wiggins to postpone
resolution two, approving the Community Development Block Grant Program Submission
Program for Year 2025-2026; resolution three, approving the HOME Program Submission

UNAPPROVED

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Program for Year 2025-2026; and resolution four, approving the HOMELESS Assistance
Program Emergency Solutions Grant Submission Program for Year 2025-2026 to the next
Council meeting to receive the funding recommendation report from staff. 9 ayes, 0 nays,
0 absent. Motion approved.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to adjourn the
meeting at 8:29 p.m. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Submitted by,
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

City Attorney Hourly Rates

Prepared by:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

CC-2

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of the increase to the hourly rate for the services of Amy Lusk and
the attorneys of Gilbert & Smith, P.C., to $135.00 per hour for City Attorney legal services,
to be effective July 1, 2025.
Justification:
Ms. Lusk has been providing legal services to the City of Saginaw for many years; Ms.
Lusk has personally served in the role of City Attorney since 2016. Ms. Lusk has
extensive experience working for virtually all City departments and is well acquainted with
staff and services. I am confident in her abilities to continue to provide competent and
professional services as the City Attorney.
Ms. Lusk entered into the current Agreement for City Attorney Services with the City
effective July 1, 2018. Ms. Lusk currently provides legal services at the rate of $130.00
per hour; this rate has not increased since 2022. The rate for Workers’ Compensation
legal services would remain at $100.00 per hour.
The firm shall continue to carry professional liability and other appropriate insurances,
indemnify the City against any negligent act or omission, and otherwise comply with all
other terms and conditions of the current agreement. Ms. Lusk’s pecuniary interest in the
current agreement, as an employee of Gilbert & Smith, P.C., was disclosed and made a
part of the official record at the City Council meeting held on June 4, 2018.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Office of General Government, City Attorney
Division, Professional Services Account No. 101-266.00-801.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-3

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

CDBG Emergency Purchase Order Furnace Replacement

Prepared by:

Leticia Trevino, CDBG Specialist

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase order with GW Heating and Air
Conditioning, Inc. (G.W. Heating) for the removal of the inoperable furnace and
installation of a new furnace unit at the rental property managed and maintained at 915
Webber Street for $4,260.00 for the Department of Office of Management and Budget,
Community Services Community Development Block Grant Division (CDBG).
Justification:
On March 29, 2025, the CDBG Division was notified by the tenant that the furnace
stopped working. G.W. Heating was contacted to service the existing unit and when
they assessed the furnace, they informed staff that it needed to be completely replaced.
The CDBG Division requested an emergency PO to replace the existing furnace at the
City owned property at 915 Webber Street. On April 1, 2025, a new unit was installed at
that location.
The vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the CDBG Residential Loans Fund, Residential Loans Division,
General Repairs Account No. 276-694.05-930.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-4

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Houghton Jones Neighborhood Task Force, Inc. 1st Contract
Amendment to the Program Year 2024-2025 CDBG Agreement

Prepared by:

Leticia Trevino, CDBG Specialist

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the First Contract Amendment to the Subrecipient CDBG
Agreement for Program Year 2024-25 with Houghton Jones Neighborhood Task Force
Inc. (Houghton Jones) for $17,500 to pay for operational and staff expenses.
Justification:
On September 23, 2024, the City Council approved the CDBG Agreement with
Houghton Jones for $12,499. This amendment would allocate additional funds for
$17,500, bringing their total allocation to $29,999. The additional funding will be used to
support the continued operational costs associated with its All Around the Neighborhood
Youth Program.
I have approved this Amendment as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Front Line Services Inc. Blanket Purchase Order Increase

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

CC-5

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of an increase to blanket purchase order number 519268
with Front Line Services, Inc. by $12,000, for a new total of $97,000, for fire apparatus
service and repairs for the Fire Department.
Justification:
Front Line Services, Inc. is the main vendor that services all the Fire Department’s
apparatus. Due to the increased cost of parts, vehicle maintenance and repairs have
exceeded projections for this fiscal year. Increasing the blanket purchase order is
necessary to ensure the fire apparatuses are repaired and maintained in a timely
manner.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire
Apparatus Operations/Maintenance Division, Motor Vehicle Repairs Account No. 101347.01-931.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-6

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

The W.W. Williams Company LLC Blanket Purchase Order Increase

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of an increase to blanket purchase order number 521085
with The W.W. Williams Company LLC by $8,000, for a new total of $16,000, for fire
apparatus service and repairs for the Fire Department.
Justification:
The W.W. Williams Company LLC is the main vendor that services the engine and
drivetrain components of all the Fire Department apparatus. Due to the increased cost
of parts, vehicle maintenance and repairs have exceeded projections for this fiscal year.
Increasing the blanket purchase order is necessary to ensure fire apparatus are
repaired and maintained in a timely manner.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire
Apparatus Operations/Maintenance Division, Motor Vehicle Repairs Account No. 101347.01-931.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Ratification of Emergency Purchase – HVAC Replacement

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

CC-7

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase with A C Klopf, Inc. for $17,890.00,
for the replacement of the heating and cooling unit for the firefighter dorm at Fire Station
One, 801 Federal Ave.
Justification:
The central boiler unit, which heats the entirety of Fire Station One, had an unexpected
failure on February 21, 2025. Many of the air conditioning units at Station One also have
forced air heat as a backup, but areas such as the apparatus bay, dormitory, tool room,
and hose tower are not covered by these forced air units. Multiple options were
weighed, and temporary heating has been in place to heat these areas of the station.
Once all options were reviewed, it was determined a new forced air unit for the dorm
needed to be purchased immediately to ensure continuity of operations. The other
areas of the station will undergo a bid process to select a vendor for
repairs/replacement at a later date, since it is not an emergent issue over the warm
months.
On March 24, 2025, an emergency purchase order #521619 was issued to A C Klopf,
Inc. to replace the HVAC unit for the dormitory and upstairs area at Station One.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire
Suppression Division, Repairs and Replacements Account No. 101-344.01-974.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Ratification of Emergency Purchase – Engine 4 Repair

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

CC-8

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase with Cummins, Inc. for $3,576.64
for the replacement of the EGR cooler on Engine No. 4 for the Fire Department.
Justification:
The EGR cooler protects a diesel engine by lowering the combustion temperature with
cooled exhaust gas. The EGR cooler on Fire Engine No.4 failed, requiring replacement
to continue operating. Cummins Inc. is a certified local service provider for Cummins
diesel engines and components. On April 11, 2025, an emergency purchase order
#521732 was issued to Cummins, Inc.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire
Apparatus Operations/Maintenance Division, Motor Vehicle Repairs Account No. 101347.01-931.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-9

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Third Amendment to Security Detail Agreement –Birch Park

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of the Third Amendment to the Security Detail Agreement with
Birch Park Preservation II Limited Dividend Housing Association LLC to install license
plate readers for the Police Department.
Justification:
On February 19, 2024, City Council approved the Second Amendment to Security Detail
Agreement (Agreement) with Birch Park Preservation II Limited Dividend Housing
Association LLC (Birch Park) for additional security services at the Birch Park Apartments,
located within the City at 3000 Birch Park Drive (Property), to obtain the services of the
Saginaw Police Department (SPD) to ensure safety and order. Under the terms and
conditions outlined within the Agreement, SPD furnishes law enforcement officers at
times and dates as determined by the SPD Chief of Police and Birch Park’s Regional
Property Manager.
Under the Third Amendment of the Agreement, SPD will facilitate the installation of
license plate reader cameras at Property, and Birch Park will execute any agreements
necessary for installation to occur. SPD shall pay any costs associated with such cameras
while grant funding allows. Upon termination of grant funding, Birch Park shall reimburse
SPD for costs relating to the installation, maintenance, and operation of such cameras
upon invoice from SPD for the same.
In all other respects, the terms and conditions of the Agreement shall continue unchanged
and in full force and effect.
I have approved the agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Flock Safety Intersection Surveillance System Service

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

CC-10

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Flock Group, Inc. for $152,950 with
installment payments set at $35,350 for FY25 and, pending budget approval $29,400
annually for FY26 through FY29, for a Flock Safety Intersection Surveillance System for
the Police Department.
Justification:
Flock Safety Group, Inc. is the sole-source manufacturer, developer, and distributor of
the Flock Safety ALPR Camera and the sole provider of comprehensive monitoring,
processing, and machine vision services that integrate with it.
This high-definition system offers near-limitless expansion capabilities and will provide
the Police Department with multiple views of traffic, vehicle movements, and license plate
captures from the intersections selected for installation. These views will be available on
select assigned workstations within the Police Department. The equipment and design
criteria chosen for this project best serve the City's infrastructure type.
Funding for this project is available through the U. S. Department of Justice, Office of
Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance – FY23 Byrne Discretionary Community
Project Funding Grant, approved by City Council on October 9, 2023.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety – Police, Byrne Grant
– Kildee #1, Equipment, Account No. 101-307.25-984.000.
I have approved this agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of Two Chevy Trax – Inspections

Prepared by:

Alex Niedecken, Public Services Department

CC-11

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Berger Chevrolet, Inc. for $46,658.00 for
two 2025 Chevrolet Trax LS vehicles for the Department of Neighborhood Services and
Inspections, Inspections Division.
Justification:
On March 31, 2025, a quote was received for two 2025 Chevrolet Trax LS vehicles. The
Inspection Division has budgeted to replace two 2007 Chevy Cobalts, each with an
average mileage of 77,419 miles and are well past their projected service life. The new
vehicles will be used for responding to public complaints and conducting inspections.
This purchase will be made using MIDeal Contract #240000001191 pricing.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, PUD Inspections Division, Vehicles Account
No. 101-371.02-982.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-12

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Increase Wieland Sales Inc Blanket Purchase Order – Parts

Prepared by:

Alex Niedecken, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval to increase the blanket purchase order with Wieland Truck
by $5,000.00, for a new total of $40,000.00, for parts for the Public Services
Department, Motor Pool Division.
Justification:
In FY 2025, the purchase order listed below was issued to Wieland Truck in the amount
of $22,000.00, with an additional increase of up to $35,000.00 submitted in previous
months. We have spent $34,164.49 to date, leaving a balance of $835.51. The City’s
Municipal Garage requires services from this vendor from various vehicles from July 1,
2024 to June 30, 2025.
Due to the significant fluctuations of in-house vehicle repairs and parts costs, the need
for parts has become more critical. Wieland is one of the city's leading vendors for
heavy-duty parts.
The original blanket purchase order information is as follows:
PO
Number
519498

Vendor
Wieland Truck

Current
Amount

Recommended
Increase

New Total
Amount

$35,000

$5,000

$40,000

This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Motor Pool Operation Fund, Garage Operations Division,
Motor Vehicle Supplies Account No. 661-272.03-737.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-13

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Concrete Ready Mix Annual Supply

Prepared By:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Smyrna Ready Mix, DBA SRM Concrete, for an
annual amount not to exceed $212,015.87 for FY 2025 and not to exceed $500,000.00 for FY
2026, pending budget approval, for ready mix concrete for the Public Services Department,
Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On March 25, 2025, the Public Services Department received two bids for ready mix concrete,
which will be used for concrete restoration throughout the City’s right of way as part of ongoing
maintenance work to the water distribution, water transmission, and sewer collection systems.
The Maintenance & Service Division conducts approximately 900 excavations in the right of way
each year, requiring repairs to sidewalks, driveways, and roadways. This purchase was
originally bid out and awarded to Rock Products at the beginning of FY2025. However, Rock
Products has since been acquired by SRM Concrete, prompting the Maintenance & Service
Division to rebid for the remaining supply of concrete for the year.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Item

FY 2025

FY 2026

Smyrna Ready Mix

MDOT 3500HP Mix 6 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 7 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 8 sack

$157.00/cyd
$163.00/cyd
$169.00/cyd

$162.00/cyd
$168.00/cyd
$174.00/cyd

R&R Ready Mix Inc.

MDOT 3500HP Mix 6 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 7 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 8 sack

$165.00/cyd
$171.00/cyd
$177.00/cyd

$170.00/cyd
$176.00/cyd
$182.00/cyd

This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting, and
Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I, "Administrative Code,"
of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Lead & Copper - Service
Line Maintenance Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591-543.00-743.000
$72,085.39, Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Street
and Road Materials Account No. 591-541.01-743.000 $69,965.24 and Sewer Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Street and Road Materials Account No.
590-541.02-743.000 $69,965.24 for FY 2025 and will be budgeted in the same accounts for
Fiscal Year 2026, pending budget approval.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Concrete Ready Mix Annual Supply

CC-14

Prepared By: Brett Reid, Public Services Department
Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Smyrna Ready Mix, DBA SRM Concrete, for an
annual amount not to exceed $45,000 for FY 2025 and not to exceed $200,000.00 for FY 2026,
pending budget approval, for ready mix concrete for the Public Services Department, Streets
Division.
Justification:
On March 25, 2025, the Public Services Department received two bids for ready mix concrete,
which will be used for curb and gutter, sidewalk, and road repairs throughout the city. This
purchase was originally bid out and awarded to Rock Products at the beginning of FY2025.
However, Rock Products has since been acquired by SRM Concrete, prompting the Streets
Division to rebid for the remaining supply of concrete for the year.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Item

FY 2025

FY 2026

Smyrna Ready Mix

MDOT 3500HP Mix 6 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 7 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 8 sack

$157.00/cyd
$163.00/cyd
$169.00/cyd

$162.00/cyd
$168.00/cyd
$174.00/cyd

R&R Ready Mix Inc.

MDOT 3500HP Mix 6 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 7 sack
MDOT 3500HP Mix 8 sack

$165.00/cyd
$171.00/cyd
$177.00/cyd

$170.00/cyd
$176.00/cyd
$182.00/cyd

This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting, and
Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I, "Administrative Code,"
of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Routine Maintenance Division, Street and Road
Materials Account No. 202-449.02-743.000 $20,000.00 and Local Street Fund, Routine
Maintenance Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 203-449.02-743.000 $25,000.00
for FY 2025 and will be budgeted in the same accounts for Fiscal Year 2026, pending budget
approval.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Flow Meters

Prepared by:

John Frollo, Water and Wastewater

CC-15

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Midwest Municipal Instrumentation, Inc, a
sole source, for $4,619.79, for magnetic flow meters for the Water and Wastewater
Department, Remote Facilities Division.
Justification:
The Remote Facilities Division oversees seven Retention and Treatment Basins (RTBs)
that store, eliminate solids and debris, and sanitize wet weather flows prior to their release
into the Saginaw River.
Chlorine dosing, crucial for the disinfection of wet weather flows, is required by the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. The dosages of
chlorine are regulated at various points using magnetic flow meters.
To comply with NPDES standards, these meters are subject to routine inspections and
maintenance, and are replaced when necessary. Currently, one flow meter and two
transmitters need to be replaced to meet NPDES regulations. A sole source quotation,
for replacement components, was obtained on March 19, 2025.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Remote Facilities
Division, Repairs and Replacements Account No. 590-548.00-974.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

R-1

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Adoption of 2021 Michigan Building Codes

Prepared by:

Cassi Zimmerman, Director of Planning and Economic Development

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the adoption of a resolution adopting the 2021 Michigan Building Code, 2021
Michigan Rehabilitation Code, and 2021 Michigan Commercial Energy Code.
Justification:
The Michigan Construction and Fire Codes are promulgated by the Bureau of Construction
Codes Commission and State Fire Safety Board and are evaluated for revisions or modifications
every three years. Once codes have been passed by those bodies, the regulations must be
approved by the State Legislature. The code adoption process follows the I-Code three year
cycle, with a target effective date in January one year following the release of the new I-Codes.
Codes are updated as needed every year.
The State of Michigan has adopted the 2021 Michigan Building Code and 2021 Michigan
Rehabilitation Code to go into effect on April 9, 2025. The State of Michigan has adopted the
2021 Michigan Commercial Energy Code to go into effect on April 22, 2025.
All municipalities are required to follow the current state adopted building code at the time of
application. The adoption of these updated codes is done through resolution.
Council Action:
This Council Communication is for informational purposes of the Resolution to be adopted.

April 21, 2025
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RESOLUTION

R-1

ADOPTION OF THE 2021 MICHIGAN BUILDING CODE, 2021 MICHGIAN REHAB
CODE, AND 2021 MICHIGAN COMERCIAL ENERGY CODE.
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: All jurisdictions are required to adopt current State of Michigan Building
Codes and all building officials are required to adhere to the current code adopted by
the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS: The State of Michigan has adopted the 2021 Michigan Building Code and
2021 Michigan Rehabilitation Code to go into effect on April 9, 2025; and
WHEREAS: The State of Michigan has adopted the 2021 Michigan Commercial Energy
Code to go into effect on April 22, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council for the City of Saginaw does
hereby agree to adopt the 2021 Michigan Building Code, 2021 Michigan Rehab Code
and 2021 Michigan Commercial Energy Code and directs staff to adhere to the
regulations set by the Bureau of Construction Codes Commission and State Fire Safety
Board.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on April 21,
2025; the original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public
Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be
made available as required.

______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

R-2

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

MDOT Cost Agreement 25-5208, S. Wheeler Street Reconstruction

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of Cost Agreement 25-5208 with the Michigan Department of
Transportation for the reconstruction of S. Wheeler Street from Michigan Avenue to
Gratiot Avenue (M-46) for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
Michigan Department of Transportation Cost Agreement 25-5208 fixes the rights and
obligations of the parties in agreeing to this Amendment to Cost Agreement No. 24-5354,
dated November 6, 2024, which provided for the construction and financing of the
following road improvements:
Part A – Federal Participation
Hot mix asphalt reconstruction along S. Wheeler Street from Michigan Avenue to
Gratiot Avenue (M-46); including earthwork, subbase, aggregate base, underdrain,
storm sewer, concrete curb and gutter, driveways, sidewalk and curb ramps,
permanent signing and pavement markings; and all together with necessary
related work.
Part B – No Federal Participation
Watermain and sanitary sewer along the limits as described in Part A; and all
together with necessary related work.
Part C – Federal Participation (Railroad Force Account)
Railroad crossing relocation and rebuild to accommodate roadway and sidewalk
improvements, as described in Part A, along S. Wheeler Street between Michigan
Avenue and Gratiot Avenue (M-46) at the Huron and Eastern Railway Company
crossing, National Inventory #511970S; and all together with necessary related
work.
The Amendment is needed to change the total estimated project cost and to provide for
capping of the Federal Funds. The new total estimated project cost is $6,179,281. The
estimated project cost for Part A is $3,688,200 and is partially funded with Federal Surface
Transportation Urban Local (STUL) Funds. Federal STUL Funds shall be applied to the
Part A portion of the project cost up to the lesser of (1) $1,461,580.30 or (2) 81.85 percent,
the normal Federal participation ratio for such funds. The balance of the Part A project
costs, after deduction of all Federal Funds, shall be paid by the City of Saginaw. In
summary, Federal Funds will pay for $1,461,580.30 of the Part A project costs and the
City’s estimated share of the Part A project costs is $2,226,619.70.
April 21, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

R-2

The estimated project cost for Part B is $2,400,900. Part B work is not eligible for federal
funds and all costs associated with Part B are the responsibility of the City. This work
includes all associated water main and sanitary sewer work included in the project.
The estimated project cost for Part C is $90,181 and is partially funded with Federal STUL
Funds. Federal STUL Funds shall be applied to the Part C portion of the project cost up
to the lesser of (1) $73,813 or (2) 81.85 percent, the normal Federal participation ratio for
such funds. The balance of the Part C project costs, after deduction of all Federal Funds,
shall be paid by the City of Saginaw. In summary, Federal Funds will pay for $73,813 of
the Part C project costs and the City’s estimated share of the Part C project costs is
$16,368.
Therefore, the City’s cost obligation for this project is $4,643,887.70 of the estimated total
project cost of $6,179,281. The City is also responsible for any cost overruns.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Streets Projects Division, Construction
Projects Account No. 202-451.00-955.003 $750,000, the Sewer Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division, Construction Projects Account No. 590-546.02955.003 $750,000, and the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division’s
Construction Projects Account No. 591-546.01-955.003 $1,000,000, and will be budgeted
in the FY 2026 Major Street Fund, Streets Projects Division, Construction Project Account
No. 202-451.00-955.003 $973,980.70, the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund,
Surplus Division, Construction Projects Account No. 590-546.02-955.003 $479,469, and
the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division, Construction Projects
Account No. 591-546.01-955.003 $690,438, upon approval of the FY 2026 budget.
I have approved the cost agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
This council communication is for informational purposes only of the resolution to be
adopted.

April 21, 2025
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RESOLUTION

R-2

APPROVING MDOT COST AGREEMENT 25-5208 FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF
S. WHEELER STREET FROM MICHIGAN AVENUE TO GRATIOT ROAD (M-46)
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to adopt
the following resolution:
WHEREAS: Cost Agreement No. 25-5208 has been submitted by the Michigan Department
of Transportation, which requires the City of Saginaw to adopt a resolution for the purpose
of fixing the rights and obligations of the parties in agreeing to this Amendment to existing
Contract No. 24-5354, which indicated the City’s willingness to participate in the cost of hot
mix asphalt reconstruction along S. Wheeler Street from Michigan Avenue to Gratiot Avenue
(M-46); and
WHEREAS: Cost Agreement No. 25-5208 has been approved by the City Manager as to
substance and the City Attorney as to form; and
WHEREAS: By virtue of their positions, the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to
sign the cost agreement contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council for the City of Saginaw does
hereby approve Cost Agreement No. 25-5208 submitted by the Michigan Department of
Transportation.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of Saginaw,
Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on April 21, 2025; the original
thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was conducted and public notice of
said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended,
and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be made available as required.

Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

April 21, 2025
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RESOLUTION

UB-1

APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SUBMISSION
PROGRAM YEAR 2025-2026

Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Title I of the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974, as amended, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is
authorized to make grants to states and units of general local government to help
finance community development programs approved in accordance with the provisions
of Title 1; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has informed the City
of Saginaw that it is entitled to an estimated amount of $2,049,100 in Block Grant funds
to carry out the Program Year 2025-2026; and
WHEREAS, the application has been completed in accordance with provisions of Title I
of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, which identified
housing and community development programs that would be carried out with Program
Year 2025-2026 entitlement funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Saginaw:
1.

That the Community Development Block Grant application for Program Year
2025-2026 is hereby approved; and

2.

That the City Manager is authorized to file this application with the
Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on April 21,
2025; the original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public
Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be
made available as required.
______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

April 21, 2025
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RESOLUTION

UB-2

APPROVING THE HOME SUBMISSION PROGRAM YEAR 2025-2026
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Title II of the National Affordable Housing Act of
1990, as amended, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to
make entitlement awards to states and units of general local government that have
been designated as a participating jurisdiction to help finance housing programs
approved in accordance with the provisions of Title II; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has informed the City
of Saginaw that it is entitled to an estimated amount of $409,911 in HOME funds to
carry out the Program Year 2025-2026; and
WHEREAS, the application has been completed in accordance with provisions of Title II
of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 as amended, which identified housing
programs that would be carried out with Program Year 2025-2026 entitlement funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Saginaw:
1.

That the HOME application for Program Year 2025-2026 is hereby approved;
and

2.

That the City Manager is authorized to file this application with the
Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on April 21,
2025; the original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public
Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be
made available as required.
______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

April 21, 2025
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RESOLUTION

UB-3

APPROVING THE HOMELESS ASSISTANCE EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
SUBMISSION PROGRAM YEAR 2025-2026
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to adopt
the following resolution:
WHEREAS, under the provisions of McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 2009, the
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to make grants to states and
units of general government to promote community-wide commitment to the goal of ending
homelessness; provide funding for efforts to quickly rehouse homeless individuals and
families while minimizing the trauma and dislocation experienced by homeless individuals,
families, and communities by homelessness; promote access to and effective utilization of
mainstream programs by homeless individuals and families; and optimize self-sufficiency
among individuals and families experiencing homelessness; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has informed the City of
Saginaw that it is entitled to an estimated amount of $189,842 in Emergency Solutions
Grant funds to carry out the Program Year 2025-2026; and
WHEREAS, the application has been completed in accordance with provisions of the
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987, which identified operating activities that
could be carried out with Program Year 2025-2026 entitlement funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Saginaw:
1.

That the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance application for Program Year
2025-2026 is hereby approved; and

2.

That the City Manager is authorized to file this application with the Department of
Housing and Urban Development.

Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of Saginaw,
Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on April 21, 2025; the original
thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was conducted and public notice of
said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as
amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be made available as required.
______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk
April 21, 2025
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