On the agenda: Saginaw meeting — Flock Safety (Jul 14)

Saginaw City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
120 S. Ezra Rust Drive
Andersen Enrichment Center
July 14, 2025
6:30 p.m.

Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance:
Roll Call:
Announcements:
Public Hearings:
1. Regarding the request from Menard, Inc. to create an Industrial Development District at 1808
Veterans Memorial Parkway.
Public Input:
(A list will be provided following submittal deadline.)
Remarks of Council:
Reports from Manager:
Consent Agenda:
1. Approve the June 23, 2025 regular council meeting minutes.
2. Approve Petition 25-4 from Saginaw Art Initiative to erect banners at Court Street from July
15 through August 11, 2025 to promote the Saginaw Art Fair contingent upon their removal
of any references to the Ojibway Island location from their banners.
3. Approve the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Giamarco, Mullins
and Horton, P.C. for legal services.
4. Approve the purchase with AKT Peerless Environmental Services for $25,000 for FY 2026,
and pending budget approval for FY 2027, for Inspection of Environmentally Hazardous
Materials for Residential and Commercial Demolition services, for the Neighborhood
Services and Inspections Department, Inspections Division.
5. Approve the purchase with Axon Enterprises, Inc., a sole source, for $31,098 for FY 2026
and pending budget approval, for $31,098 annually for FY 2027 through FY 2030, for a total
of $155,490, for 25 Taser 7 Conducted Energy Weapons for the Police Department.
6. Approve the purchase with Summit Fire Protection for an amount not to exceed $8,609 for
approximately 110 city-wide fire extinguishers and service for all departments.
7. Approve the purchase with United Rotary Brush Corp for an amount not to exceed $34,595
for various sweeper brooms for inventory for the Public Service Department, Motor Pool
Division.

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8. Approve the amendment to the City Fees and Rates Schedule amending fees and rates for
the Public Services Department, Streets Division compost fees and rates.
9. Approve the blanket purchase with Hymmco LLC for $13,000 for concrete restoration
supplies for the Public Service Department, Streets Division.
10. Approve the blanket purchases with Abele Greenhouse, Inc. and Kluck Nursery, Inc. for
$5,000 each for trees for the right-of-way for the Public Service Department, Streets
Division.
11. Approve the purchase with Waste Management of Michigan for $89,400 for catch basin and
sewer debris hauling for the Public Service Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
12. Approve the blanket purchase order with Dover and Company for $4,000 for overhead door
repairs for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
13. Approve the purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for $16,410 for dozing and
grading services for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
14. Approve the blanket purchase with MacQueen Equipment, a sole source, for $15,000 for
Vactor/Hydro-excavation parts and supplies for the Public Services Department,
Maintenance and Service Division.
15. Approve the purchase with D.H.T. Transport LLC for $31,000 for 6AA stone for the Public
Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
16. Approve the purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for $87,300 for screened
topsoil for the Public Service Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
17. Approve the purchase with Eggers Excavating LLC for $25,000 for receiving excavated
spoils for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
18. Approve the purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for $13,835 for 60/40
gravel for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
19. Approve the blanket purchase with Unique Paving Materials Corp., a sole source, for
$200,000 for cold patch asphalt for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
20. Approve the blanket purchase with T.T. Technologies, Inc. for $6,000 for preventative
maintenance and repairs to the Horizontal Boring Tools for the Public Services Department,
Maintenance and Service Division.
21. Approve the purchase with Dave Hausbeck Trucking LLC. for $325,000 for approximately
25,000 tons of Class II Sand for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service
Division.
22. Approve the purchase with D.H.T. Transport, LLC for $103,000 for 22A stonecrete for the
Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
23. Approve the purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for $9,330 for mason sand
for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
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24. Approve the blanket purchase order with Arrow-Magnolia International, Inc., a sole source,
for $5,000 for ARCS-250 Tack Cleaner for the Public Services Department, Maintenance
and Service Division.
25. Approve the blanket purchase orders to primary suppliers of traffic parts and supplies for a
total of $90,000 for the Public Services Department, Traffic Engineering Division.
26. Approve the purchase with Sherwin Williams for $15,800 for two Line Lazer Paint Machines
for the Public Services Department, Traffic Engineering Division.
27. Approve the purchase with Leica Geosystems, Inc. for $32,926 for a Leica TS16 Robotic
Total Station for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
28. Approve the purchase with Forney LP, Inc. for $14,100 for a F-250-VFD Automatic
Compression Test Machine for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
29. Approve the Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-of-Way Oversight
(METRO) Act Bilateral Application and Permit with OMNI Fiber, LLC. for the Public Services
Department, Right of Way Division.
30. Approve the contract with Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc. for $1,832,365 for the Lead
Service Line Replacement project for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
31. Approve the contract with Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc. for $7,634,168 for the Weiss
Street Water Main Replacement & Resurfacing project for the Public Services Department,
Engineering Division.
32. Approve the contract with RCL Construction Co., Inc. for $ 15,519,000 for Wastewater
Treatment Plant Improvements Project for the Water and Wastewater Services Department,
Wastewater Division.
33. Approve the contract with J.R. Heineman & Sons, Inc. for $14,950,000 for the UV
Disinfection project for the Water and Wastewater Services Department, Wastewater
Division.
34. Approve the agreements with Johnson Controls Inc. for $42,931 for a Ccure security server
software and firmware upgrade for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Instrumentation and Process Controls Division.
35. Approve the blanket purchase with Chicago Underwater for $30,000 for underwater repair
services for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment
Division.
36. Approve the purchase with Ixom Watercare, Inc., a sole source, for $132,617 for 2 new
SolarBee units for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water
Treatment Division.
Board/Commission/Committee Reports:
Appointment of Board/Commission/Committee Members:
Ordinance Introduction:
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Ordinance Adoption:

1. An ordinance to amend all of Chapter 153, “Zoning Code,” of Title XV, “Land Usage,” of
the City of Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Resolutions:
1. Establishing an Industrial Development District at 1808 Veterans Memorial Parkway.
2. Establishing Military Service Contribution Requirements for Defined Benefit
3. Authorize sponsors of specified community events to use amplifying equipment.
4. A resolution to tentatively award a construction contract to Rohde Brothers Excavating, Inc.
for water system improvements for lead service line replacements.
5. A resolution to tentatively award a construction contract to Rohde Brothers Excavating, Inc.
for water system improvements on Weiss Street from Mackinaw Street to Bay Road (M-84).
6. A resolution to tentatively award a construction contract to RCL Construction Co., Inc. for
wastewater system improvements
7. A resolution to tentatively award a construction contract to J.R. Heineman & Sons, Inc. for
wastewater system improvements.

Unfinished Business:
Miscellaneous Business:
Adjournment:
Timothy Morales
City Manager
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CITY COUNCIL

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
In compliance with requirements of Public Act 146,
as amended, the following notice is posted:

Notice is hereby given that the Saginaw City Council will conduct a
public hearing on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at the
Andersen Enrichment Center, located at 120 Ezra Rust Avenue, to
consider the request from Menard, Inc., to create an Industrial
Development District at 1808 Veterans Memorial Parkway.
The IFTE application with a legal description of the property is on file
in the Office of the City Clerk. All interested persons are invited to
attend this public hearing.
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk
IF YOU ARE DISABLED AND NEED ACCOMMODATION TO PROVIDE YOU WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO
PARTICIPATE OR OBSERVE IN PROGRAMS, SERVICES, OR ACTIVITIES, PLEASE CALL THE SAGINAW CITY
CLERK AT 989.759.1480.

Posted:
By:_______________

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A Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, was held Monday, June 23,
2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Andersen Enrichment Center, 120 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw,
Michigan.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Council Member Silvia offered a prayer, and Mayor Moore 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:
• City Offices will be closed on Friday July 4th, for Independence Day.
• The Convenience Station will be open Saturday, June 14th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Residents may utilize the station to drop off bulky items or other miscellaneous items.
Public Input
Members of the public that addressed the Council: Mattie Jones, Jack Tany, Jamie Forbes,
Amy Bartels-Roe, Erin Dunkle-Riley.
Council Remarks
Remarks were heard from the following Council Members: Hammond, Silvia, Seals, Balls,
Ostash, Braddock, Wiggins, Garcia and Mayor Moore.
Reports from Manager
City Manager Tim Morales reported updates regarding various projects.
Manager Morales introduced Nancy Ohle. Nancy Ohle reported updates from the January
2025 Strategic Planning Session.
Consent Agenda:
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to approve the consent
agenda, allowing room for exceptions. An exception was made to items 5 and 7. 9 ayes, 0
nays. Motion approved.
1. Approve the June 9, 2025 regular council meeting minutes.
2. Approve Petition 25-3 from Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc. to display fireworks on
Ojibway Island on July 4, 2025 at dusk.
3. Approve the insurance proposals with Saginaw Bay Underwriters under METIS
(Obsidian Specialty Ins. Co.), Palomar Specialty Insurance Company, and Houston
Casualty Company for a total of $913,362.

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4. Approve the Urban Cooperation Agreement between the City of Saginaw and MBS
International Airport Commission.
5. Approve the amendments to the FY 2025 Approved Budget to recognize changes that
have occurred during the June period.
6. Approve the blanket purchase order with ServPro for $18,000 for emergency board-up
services for FY 2026 for the Neighborhood Services and Inspections Department,
Inspections Division.
7. Approve the purchase with Flock Group, Inc. for $28,800 for FY26, and pending budget
approval, $28,800 annually for FY27 through FY30, for a Flock Safety Intersection
Surveillance System for the Police Department.
8. Approve the purchase with Lansing Uniform Company for $19,000 for FY 2026 for
police uniforms for the Police Department.
9. Approve the blanket purchase order with Paxon Oil Company for $3,500 for FY 2026 for
car wash tickets for the Police Department, Patrol Division.
10. Approve the blanket purchase order with Phoenix Safety Outfitters for $5,000 for FY
2026 for annual maintenance of the three breathing air compressor systems for the Fire
Department.
11. Approve the blanket purchase order with CFS Inspections for $3,500.00 for FY 2026 for
annual ground and aerial ladder testing for the Fire Department
12. Approve the blanket purchase with Macqueen Emergency Group for $2,500.00 for FY
2026 for the annual maintenance of the department’s vehicle extrication equipment for
the Fire Department.
13. Approve the purchase with Priority Waste for $10,494 for FY 2026 for city-wide trash
pick-up services for all departments.
14. Approve the blanket purchase order with Larry’s Auto Supply for $5,000 for FY 2026 for
the purchase of various shop supplies for the Public Services Department, Motor Pool
Division.
15. Approve the blanket purchases with primary suppliers for a total annual amount not to
exceed $30,000.00 for FY 2026 for motor vehicle fluids for the Public Services
Department, Motor Pool Division.
16. Approve the blanket purchase orders to the primary suppliers of local fleet vehicle
services for a total amount of $441,700 for FY 2026 for various vehicle services and
repairs for the Public Services Department, Motor Pool Division.

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17. Approve the blanket purchase orders to primary suppliers of local fleet parts and
supplies for a total of $400,000 for FY 2026 for the Public Services Department, Motor
Pool Division.
18. Approve the purchase with The Master’s Touch for $2,911 for FY 2026 for the printing
and mailing of rubbish bills for the Public Services Department, Streets Division.
19. Approve the blanket purchases with Edw. C. Levy Co., dba Ace-Saginaw Paving
Company for $65,000 for FY 2026 for hot mix asphalt for the Public Services Department,
Streets Division.
20. Approve the purchase with Bit-Mat Products of Michigan for $20,625 for tack coat and
emulsified asphalt for FY 2026 for the Public Services Department, Streets Division.
21. Approve the blanket purchase with Unique Paving Materials, Corp., a sole source, for
$50,000 for FY 2026 for cold patch asphalt for the Public Services Department, Streets
Division.
22. Approve the blanket purchase order with Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for $250,000
for Hot Mix Asphalt for FY 2026 for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
23. Approve the blanket purchase with Ritter Technology LLC for $4,000 for FY 2026 for
supplies for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
24. Approve the blanket purchase orders for a total annual amount not to exceed $150,000
for FY 2026 with the following primary suppliers for sanitary sewer and storm sewer
appurtenances for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
25. Approve the blanket purchase orders for a total annual amount not to exceed $750,000
for FY 2026 with primary suppliers of water main appurtenances, brass fittings, and
water service lines for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service
Division.
26. Approve the blanket purchase with Hymmco, LLC for $12,000 for FY 2026 for concrete
restoration supplies for the Public Service Department, Maintenance and Service
Division.
27. Approve the blanket purchase with Larry’s Auto Supply for $5,000 for FY 2026 for the
purchase of miscellaneous supplies for the Public Services Department, Maintenance
and Service Division.
28. Approve the purchase with Mark Segovia for an annual amount not to exceed $65,000
for FY 2025 and FY 2026, and pending budget approval for FY 2027 and FY 2028 for
construction inspection and administration for the Public Services Department,
Engineering Division.

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29. Approve the purchase with Roy Aranjo for an annual amount not to exceed $65,000 for
FY 2025 and FY 2026, and pending budget approval for FY 2027 and FY 2028, for
construction inspection and administration for the Public Services Department,
Engineering Division.
30. Approve the purchase with SMAC Testing, Inc. for an annual amount not to exceed
$125,000 for FY 2026; and pending budget approval for FY 2027 and FY 2028 for
material testing services for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
31. Approve the blanket purchase order with Carrier & Gable, Inc. for $12,000 repair costs
of traffic signals for the Public Services Department, Traffic Engineering Division for FY
2026.
32. Approve the blanket purchases with Marshall E. Campbell Company and Standard
Electric Company for $6,000 each for electrical parts and supplies for the Public
Services Department, Traffic Engineering Division for FY 2026.
33. Approve the contract with Scodeller Construction, Inc. for $61,875 for the 2025 Crack
Seal Contract for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
34. Approve the contract with Lois Kay Contracting Co for $881,853 for the 2025 Local Road
Millage Resurfacing project for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
35. Approve the professional services agreement with Bendzinski & Co., Municipal Financial
Advisors for $63,000 to act as the registered municipal advisors for the City in connection
with the issuance of bonds for the City’s sewage disposal system that includes
improvements to the Saginaw Wastewater Treatment Facility and retention basin as well
as for City’s water supply system that includes lead service line and water main
replacement.
36. Approve the purchase with Elevator Service, LLC for $5,910 for FY 2026, and pending
budget approval, $7,046 for FY 2027 and $6,957 for FY 2028 for the annual elevator
service for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water
Treatment Division.
37. Approve the blanket purchase with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great
Lakes, and Energy for $5,400 for FY 2026 for laboratory analysis for the Water and
Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment Division.
38. Approve the purchase with HACH Company for $4,911 for FY 2026 for HACH brand
chemical reagents for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department,
Water Treatment Division.
39. Approve the purchase with Detroit Technical Equipment Company, for $15,267 for the
Labconco Flaskscrubber Glassware Washer and supplies for the Water and
Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment Division.

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40. Approve the blanket purchase orders for each of the vendors listed below for a total
amount of $161,000 for FY 2026 for parts, supplies, and electrical and mechanical
repair services to operate and maintain the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
41. Approve the blanket purchase orders for each of the vendors listed below for a total
amount of $79,800 for FY2026 for the purchase of services needed for the Water and
Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Wastewater Treatment and Pumping, and
Remote Facilities Divisions.
Council Member Balls left the meeting at 8:27 p.m..
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Silvia to approve item 5.
8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent. Motion approved.
Council Member Balls returned at 8:29 p.m
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Seals to approve item 7.
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote.
Ayes:
Silvia, Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Wiggins, Moore
Nays:
Hammond
Absent:
Motion Approved.
Appointment of Board/Commission/Committee Members
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Wiggins to approve the
following appointments:
1. Approve the Council reappointment of Kevin Rooker to the Historic District Commission
with a term to expire July 31, 2028.
2. Approve the Council appointment of Austin Robishaw to the Housing Board of Appeals
with a term to expire December 31, 2026.
3. Approve the Council reappointment of Charles Shelley to the Saginaw Arts &
Enrichment Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028.
4. Approve the Council reappointment of William Ewald to Saginaw Arts & Enrichment
Commission with a term to expire June 30, 2028.
9 ayes, 0 nays. Motion approved.
Ordinance Introduction
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Silvia to introduce a new
ordinance to add §12.044 Titled, “Saginaw Commission on the Unhoused” to Chapter 12, of Title
I, “Administrative Code,” of the City of Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204. Discussion was
held.
Moved by Council Member Balls, seconded by Council Member Seals to call the question.

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Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote on the call to question.
Ayes:
Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Moore
Nays:
Silvia, Wiggins, Hammond
Absent:
Motion approved.
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote on the main motion to introduce a
new ordinance to add §12.044.
Ayes:
Hammond
Nays:
Silvia, Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Wiggins, Moore
Absent:
Motion denied.
Ordinance Adoption
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Council Member Seals to adopt an
ordinance to amend §92.30 “Adopted; Fire Code Amendments,” of Chapter 92 “Fire Protection
and Public Safety,” of Title IX “General Regulations,” of the City of Saginaw Code of
Ordinances, O-204. 9 ayes, 0 nays. Motion approved.
Resolutions
Moved by Council Member Seals, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to adopt a resolution
objecting to the transfer of tax-reverted properties from Saginaw County. 9 ayes, 0 nays.
Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Balls, seconded by Council Member Silvia to adopt a resolution to
authorize sponsors of specified community events to use amplifying equipment. 9 ayes, 0
nays. Motion approved.
Miscellaneous Business
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Braddock to approve the
issuance of a letter to the judges of the Saginaw County Courts and elected officials asking
them to support establishing a more balanced, restorative, and accountable juvenile justice
process. Discussion was held.
Moved by Council Member Balls, seconded by Council Member Wiggins to call the question.
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote on the call to question.
Ayes:
Balls, Garcia, Moore
Nays:
Silvia, Seals, Ostash Braddock, Wiggins, Hammond
Absent:
Motion denied.
Discussion continued.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Council Member Balls to call the question.
9 ayes, 0 nays. Motion approved.

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Mayor Moore conducted the vote on the main motion regarding the issuance of the letter. 9 ayes,
0 nays. Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Silvia to go into closed
session to discuss pending litigation in Little v. City of Saginaw per MCL 15.268(e).
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote.
Ayes:
Silvia, Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Wiggins, Hammond, Moore
Nays:
Absent:
Motion approved.
Council entered closed session at 9:16 p.m.
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Balls to return to regular session
at 9:34 p.m. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Williams to approve legal
recommendation as discussed in closed session regarding the Little pending litigation. 9 ayes,
0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Adjournment
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Balls to adjourn the meeting
at 9:36 p.m. 9 ayes, 0 nays. Motion approved.
Submitted by,
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

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From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Agreement with Giamarco, Mullins and Horton, P.C. for Legal Services

Prepared by:

City Manager’s Office

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement
with Giamarco, Mullins and Horton, P.C. for legal services.
Justification:
Giamarco, Mullins, and Horton, P.C. has provided legal counsel since June 2017. The
areas of concentration have involved legal matters related to Human Resources, labor
disputes and self-insurance claims. The amendment to the agreement includes an
increase to the Firm’s hourly rate of $130.00/hour to the following:
•
•
•

Effective upon execution of the Amendment, $145.00/hour
Effective July 1, 2026, $155.00/hour
Effective July 1, 2027, $160.00/hour.

The agreement will be effective upon Council approval and may be terminated by either
party upon thirty days’ written notice to the other.
I have approved this contract as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Hazardous Material Inspection Contractor

Prepared by:

Cassi Zimmerman, Director Planning and Economic Development

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with AKT Peerless Environmental Services for $25,000.00,
for FY 2026 and FY 2027, pending budget approval, for Inspection of Environmentally Hazardous
Materials for Residential and Commercial Demolition services, for the Neighborhood Services and
Inspections Department, Inspections Division.
Justification:
On June 24, 2025, the City received bids for Inspection of Environmentally Hazardous Materials for
Residential and Commercial Demolitions. These inspections are required as a part of our demolition
process to determine the location and quantity of Hazardous Materials at each demolition site. The
results of these inspections are used by the abatement contractor to remove and dispose of these
materials prior to demolition. AKT Peerless has experience working in our programs and is qualified
to perform this service under Michigan Law. Bids were received by the following firms:
•
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AKT Peerless Environmental Services, Saginaw, MI
Environmental Testing and Consulting, Romulus, MI
EGIS BLN USA INC., Wixom, MI
Materials Testing Consultants INC., Grand Rapids, MI

The term of these services was approved for FY 26 and FY 27 with an optional third year if vendors
agree to no increases in price and both parties agree to extend the term to three years, subject to City
Council approval of subsequent years.
All bids were evaluated based the firm’s ability to meet production goals within timelines,
demonstration of the firms understanding of the scope of work, readiness to proceed, availability to
complete work assigned, ability to meet HUD requirements, if the firm is located within Saginaw
County, and price.
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 Community Development Block Grant Fund – Special Project Division’s
Demolitions Account No. 275-649.02-816.000 for $25,000.00.

Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Taser 7 Conducted Energy Weapon System and Services

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for $155,490 with
installment payments of $31,098 for FY 2026, and pending budget approval for $31,098
annually for FY 2027 through FY 2030, for 25 Taser 7 Conducted Energy Weapons for
the Police Department.
Justification:
Taser Conducted Energy Weapons are a vital component of modern policing efforts and
an integral tool in less-lethal tactics. Axon Enterprise, Inc. is the sole-source provider of
Taser products. The current Tasers in use by the Saginaw Police Department have
reached the end of the manufacturer’s recommended five-year life cycle, show obvious
signs of wear-and-tear, and are in need of replacement. This purchase will equip the
Saginaw Police Department with a total of 25 handheld Taser units, hardware, training
programs and materials, software licenses, warranties and services, and shipping and
handling. Axon Enterprise, Inc. is a sole-source provider for Taser products. This
purchase is to be paid under a 5-year purchase plan as follows: $31,098.00 in FY 2026;
$31,098.00 in FY 2027; $31,098.00 in FY 2028, $31,098.00 in FY 2029, and $31,098.00
in FY 2030.
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, Police
Building Management Division, Installment Contract Principal Account No. 101-303.00991.023.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

City Wide Fire Extinguishers and Service

Prepared by:

Jay Gustin, Public Services Department

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Summit Fire Protection for an amount not to
exceed $8,609 for approximately 110 city-wide fire extinguishers and service for all
departments.
Justification:
On July 22, 2024, Summit Fire was awarded the contract for city-wide fire extinguisher and
service. The services specified in the original bid package were itemized and priced by
each unit’s recharge and replacement cost. On March 19, 2025 Summit Fire Protection
agreed to extend their FY 2025 pricing for FY 2026. Summit Fire Protection will perform
condition assessments of each fire extinguisher looking at overall condition and for
structural damage, age of the assembly, recharging if necessary and certifying that the fire
extinguisher meets the industry standard as required.
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, Department of Public Services, Facilities Division,
Operating Services Account No. 101-265.00-805.000 $190, Cemeteries Division, Operating
Services Account No. 101-567.00-805.000 $70, Celebration Park Division Operating
Services Account No. 101-756.00-805.000 $63, Parks and Grounds Maintenance Operating
Services Account No. 101-770.00-805.000 $66, General Fund, Community Public Safety –
Police, Police Building Management Division, Operating Services Account No. 101-303.00805.000 $137, General Fund, Community Public Safety – Fire, Fire Building Management
Division, Operating Services Account No. 101-344.01-805.000 $1,900, Public Works
Building Fund, Operating Services Account No. 601-441.00-805.000 $325, the Local
Streets Fund, Traffic Engineering Division, Operating Services Account No. 203-447.03805.000 $113, Andersen Center Operation Fund, Andersen Enrichment Center Division
Operating Services Account No. 236-754.00-805.000 $45, Sewer Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Treatment and Pumping Division, Operating Services Account No. 590542.02-805.000 $500, Remote Facilities Division, Operating Services Account No. 590548.00-805.000 $500, Maintenance and Service Division, Operating Services Account No.
590-541.02-805.000 $1,100, Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Treatment and
Pumping Division, Operating Services Account No. 591-542.01-805.000 $2,500, and
Maintenance and Service Division, Operating Services Account No. 591-541.01-805.000
$1,100.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-7

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Extension of Sweeper Brooms – United Rotary Brush Corp.

Prepared by:

Alex Niedecken, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with United Rotary Brush Corp for an amount
not to exceed $34,595.00 for various sweeper brooms for inventory for the Public
Service Department, Motor Pool Division.
Justification:
On August 22, 2023, multi-year bids were received for replacement gutters and main
brooms that will be used on the City’s Sweeper fleet to maintain city streets. United
Rotary Brush Corp. was the lowest bidder. These brooms are being purchased as
inventory as replacements when needed. On June 9, 2025, United Rotary Brush Corp.
agreed to hold FY 2025 pricing for FY 2026.
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 and will be accounted for in
the Motor Pool Operation Fund, Garage Parts Inventory Account No. 661-000.00110.001.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

City Fees and Rates Schedule for the Compost Site

Prepared by:

Beth London, Public Services Department

CC-8

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of an amendment to the City Fees and Rates Schedule amending
fees and rates for the Public Services Department, Streets Division compost fees and
rates.
Justification:
On August 27, 2018, City Council approved the City Fees and Rates Schedule. City
ordinance contains the language “the fee shall be established by Council and available in
the Office of the City Clerk.” The City Council has the authority to establish fees and
rates by amending the City Fees and Rates Schedule as necessary for the operation of
City business.
The Public Service Department is recommending increases to the Compost Fees and
Rates to offset the cost to operate the City’s Compost Site, located at 2400 Veterans
Memorial Parkway. The Compost Fees and Rates have not been increased since August
27, 2018. The fee and rate amendments are listed on the following pages.
The amended fees and rates will have an immediate effect upon Council approval. The
City Fees and Rates Schedule is maintained by and on file at the City Clerk’s Office,
available at all Departments, and posted on the City website.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

Compost Fees
Description
Screened Compost Loaded by City
Resident
Screened Compost Loaded by City
Employee

Quantity
Compost

Old Fee

Proposed
New Fee

per Cubic Yard

No Charge

No Charge

per Cubic Yard

$

14.00 $

17.00

Screened Compost

Over 40 Yards

$

9.00 $

11.00

Unscreened Compost

Over 40 Yards

$

4.00

5.00

$

Wood Chips
Loaded by City Resident

per Cubic Yard

Loaded by City Employee

per Cubic Yard

No Charge
$

No Charge
3.00

$

4.00

Yard Waste and Brush Dumping
Yard Waste Dumping
Brush Dumping

per Cubic Yard

$

14.00 $

17.00

per yard waste bag

$

2.00

$

2.00

per Cubic Yard

$

14.00 $

17.00

Deliveries
Compost
City Resident

3 Cubic Yards

$

67.00 $

80.00

10 mile radius of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

77.00 $

92.00

20 mile radius of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

87.00

$

105.00

30 mile radius of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

97.00

$

117.00

City Resident

3 Cubic Yards

$

35.00 $

42.00

10 mile raidus of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

45.00 $

54.00

20 mile radius of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

55.00 $

66.00

30 mile radius of Compost Site

3 Cubic Yards

$

65.00 $

78.00

Wood Chips

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Concrete Restoration Supply Purchase

Prepared by:

Beth London, Public Service Department.

CC-9

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase with Hymmco LLC for $13,000.00 for
concrete restoration supplies for the Public Service Department, Streets Division.
Justification:
The Streets Division requires concrete materials and supplies to perform permanent
street repairs throughout the fiscal year and an efficient way of purchasing these items
is to establish a blanket purchase order. This allows the Streets Division to purchase
items that include but are not limited to steel, poly flex forms, pins/bars and stakes that
are required to complete road maintenance without having to establish a purchase order
each time for products. Hymmco is a local approved supplier of concrete supplies and
can provide most products needed the same day to reduce inventory items.
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 Streets Fund, Routine Maintenance Division, Parts
and Supplies Account No. 202-449.02-742.000 $10,400.00 and the Local Streets Fund,
Routine Maintenance Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 203-449.02-742.000
$2,600.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Tree Purchases

Prepared by:

Beth London, Public Service Department

CC-10

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of blanket purchases with Abele Greenhouse, Inc. and Kluck
Nursery, Inc. for $5,000.00 each for trees for the right-of-way for the Public Service
Department, Streets Division.
Justification:
The Streets Division maintains approximately 60,000 trees in the right-of-way.
Maintenance includes the removal of diseased or dead trees and the planting of new
trees as requested, or for special projects. In the past, the Streets Division purchased
approximately 75 trees each year for planting in the right-of-way. It has been extremely
difficult to plant this many trees at one time with the City’s limited personnel and
equipment. This also requires personnel to keep a list of requested new tree locations
throughout the year so that request can be planted in the fall. By purchasing a small
number of trees throughout the year, the Streets Division will be able to replace trees
when requested and better manage the planting of new trees. Streets personnel will
price quote individual purchases to the lowest and best vendor for each species of tree.
The trees will be ordered from the successful bidder and billed to the respective
purchase order as follows:
Vendor

Cost

Abele Greenhouse, Inc.

$5,000.00

Kluck Nursery, Inc.

$5,000.00

These vendors meet 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 Streets Fund, Routine Maintenance Division, Nursery
Supplies Account No. 202-449.02-738.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-11

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Catch Basin and Sewer Debris Hauling

Prepared by:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Waste Management of Michigan for
$89,400.00 for catch basin and sewer debris hauling for the Public Service Department,
Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, the City received bids for catch basin and sewer debris hauling for the
Maintenance and Service Division. This service provides 20 cubic yard containers to landfill
the City’s sewer debris from main line sewer and catch basin activities, which amount to
approximately 1,200 cubic yards of debris annually. The following is a tabulation of the
bids received:
Vendor

Cost

Waste Management of Michigan
Saginaw, MI (In City)

$ 74.50/CYD or $1,490.00/pull

Young’s Environmental Cleanup, Inc.
Flint, MI

$ 77.25/CYD or $1,545.00/pull

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, Maintenance and
Service Division, Operations Services Account No. 590-541.02-805.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase Order for Dover and Company

Prepared by:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-12

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchases order with Dover and Company for
$4,000 for overhead door repairs for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
Justification:
The Maintenance and Service Division is responsible for the operation and upkeep of
twenty-one overhead doors and openers, which are critical to the daily functionality of our
facility. These doors require routine preventative maintenance, as well as occasional
unscheduled repairs due to equipment failure over the course of the fiscal year. To ensure
efficient maintenance of this equipment, we are requesting the establishment of a blanket
purchase order. This will allow the Maintenance and Service Division to promptly
schedule both routine services and unforeseen repairs without creating individual
purchase orders for each service request, while maintaining safety and security by
minimizing equipment downtime within the division.
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, Maintenance and
Service Division, General Repairs Account No. 591-541.01-930.000 $2,000.00 and the
Sewer Operation and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, General
Repairs Account No. 590-541.02-930.000 $2,000.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Dozing and Grading Services

Prepared by:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-13

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for
$16,409.99 for dozing and grading services for the Public Services Department,
Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On May 30, 2023, the Maintenance and Service Division received multi-year bids for
dozing and grading of its First Street Spoils Dump Site on an “as needed” basis with
three site visits annually. Excavated materials from approximately 900 water and
sewer repairs per year are trucked to this site for disposal. On March 25, 2025,
Champagne & Marx Excavating Inc., the low bidder, agreed to extend their FY25 bid
pricing for FY26.
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, Maintenance and
Service Division, Operating Services Account No. 591-541.01-805.000 $8,204.99 and
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division,
Operating Services Account No. 590-541.02.805.000 $8,205.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchases for MacQueen Equipment

Prepared by:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-14

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase with MacQueen Equipment for
$15,000.00 for Vactor/Hydro-excavation parts and supplies for the Public Services
Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
The Maintenance and Service Division has two Vactor/Hydro-excavation units in their
fleet that require miscellaneous parts and supplies throughout the fiscal year, and an
efficient way of purchasing these items is to establish a blanket purchase order. This
allows the Maintenance and Service Division to purchase wear items and other supplies
required to complete maintenance work on the water distribution and sewer collection
systems without having to establish a purchase order each time. MacQueen Equipment
is a sole source vendor and is the only Vactor representative in the State.
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, Maintenance and
Service Division, Motor Vehicle Supplies Account No. 591-541.01-737.000 $3,750.00,
Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Lead and Copper Service Division, Motor
Vehicle Supplies Account No. 591-543.00-737.000 $3,750.00 and Sewer Operations
and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Motor Vehicle Supplies
Account No. 590-541.02-737.000 $7,500.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-15

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of 6AA Stone

Prepared by:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Service Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with D.H.T. Transport, LLC for $31,000.00 for
6AA stone for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, the City received bids for 1,000 tons of 6AA stone. The Maintenance
and Service Division uses different types of aggregate materials daily in the maintenance
and repair of the City’s water distribution and sewer collection systems. The following is a
tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

D.H.T. Transport
Reese, MI

$31.00/ton

Stoneco of Michigan
Canton, MI

$35.55/ton

Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (out of City)

$36.30/ton

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 Operations and Maintenance Fund, Lead & Copper
Service Line Maintenance Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591-543.00743.000, $12,400.00 Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591-541.01-743.000,
$9,300.00 and Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service
Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-743.000, $9,300.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of Screened Topsoil

Prepared By:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-16

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc., for
$87,300.00 for screened topsoil for the Public Service Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
Justification:
On March 12, 2024, the City received bids for an annual supply of 4,850 tons of screened
topsoil used by the Maintenance and Service Division to restore grass areas in the City’s
right-of-way disturbed by water and sewer excavations. On March 25, 2025, Champagne
& Marx Excavating Inc., the low bidder, agreed to extend their FY25 bid pricing for
FY26.
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, Maintenance and
Service Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-541.01-742.000 $21,825.00,
Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Lead & Copper Service Line Maintenance
Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-543.00-742.000 $43,650.00 and in the
Sewer Operation and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-742.000 $21,825.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Excavated Spoils Receiving

Prepared by:

Anthony Folino, Public Services Department

CC-17

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Eggers Excavating LLC for $25,000 for
receiving excavated spoils for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, the Maintenance and Service Division received a single bid for spoil
removal services. The single bid we received was disqualified due to the distance from
the City of Saginaw to the dumping yard. Sending trucks 13 miles outside of city limits
to the dump site location would have reduced departmental efficiency. On June 17,
2025, the Maintenance and Service Division received a quote for disposing of 25,000
cubic yards of excavation spoils consisting of concrete, asphalt, clay, and sand from
Eggers Excavating LLC. The Maintenance and Division performs approximately 900
excavations in the repair of the City’s water distribution, transmission and sewer
collection systems in the City’s Right of Way annually.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.23, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I, "General
Provisions," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-1.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Operating Services Account No. 591-541.01-805.000 $8,250.00,
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division,
Operating Services Account No. 590-541.02-805.000 $8,250.00, and Water Operation
and Maintenance Fund, Lead and Copper Service Division, Operating Services Account
No. 591-543.00-805.00 $8,500.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of 60/40 Gravel

Prepared by:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Service Department

CC-18

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for
$13,835.00 for approximately 500 tons of 60/40 Gravel for the Public Services
Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On May 30, 2023, the City received multi-year bids for 60/40 gravel. The Maintenance
and Service Division uses different types of aggregate materials daily in the maintenance
and repair of the City’s water distribution and sewer collection systems. On March 31,
2025, Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc,. the low bidder agreed to extend their FY 25
bid pricing for FY 26.
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 Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-541.01-742.000 $6,917.50 and
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-742.000 $6,917.50.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-19

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase Order for Unique Paving Material Corp.

Prepared By:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase with Unique Paving Materials Corp., a
sole source, for $200,000.00 for approximately 1400 tons of cold patch asphalt for the
Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
Unique Paving Materials Corp. is the sole source provider of UPM, High Performance
Cold Mix Asphalt. There are no other items or products that offer the same performance,
purpose or function that meet the specifications of the City. The Maintenance and
Service Division excavates approximately 900 water and sewer repairs annually that
require cold asphalt for temporary pavement repairs in the City’s right-of-way. A yearly
contract is not currently feasible due to the volatility in the commodity market as vendors
are not able to guarantee their per ton unit prices for any length of time.
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. 591-543.00743.000 $120,000.00, Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591-541.01-743.000
$40,000.00 and in the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 590-541.02-743.000
$40,000.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase Order for T.T. Technology, Inc.

Prepared by:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-20

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of a blanket purchase with T.T. Technologies, Inc. for $6,000.00
for preventative maintenance and repairs to the Horizontal Boring Tools for the Public
Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
The Maintenance and Service Division has five horizontal boring tools that are used
daily for the installation of water service connections and extensions throughout the
City’s water distribution system. These horizontal boring tools require preventative
maintenance and repairs throughout the fiscal year. T.T. Technologies, Inc. is a
recognized dealer and offers preventative maintenance and repair services.
Establishing a blanket purchase order allows the Maintenance and Service Division to
schedule services without having to establish a new purchase order each time for said
services.
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 Funds in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund,
Public Services Department, Lead & Copper Service Line Maintenance Division,
Professional Services Account No. 591-543.00-801.000 $2,000.00 and Water
Operations and Maintenance Fund, Public Services Department, Lead & Copper
Service Line Maintenance Division, General Repairs Account No. 591-543.00-930.000
$4,000.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of Class II Yellow Backfill Sand

Prepared By:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-21

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Dave Hausbeck Trucking LLC. for
$325,000.00 for approximately 25,000 tons of Class II sand for the Public Services
Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On June 6, 2023, the Maintenance and Service Division received a multi-year bid for
Class II Yellow Backfill Sand for FY 2024 and FY 2025. The Maintenance and Service
Division uses Class II Yellow Sand as backfill for excavations made in the City’s right-ofway from repairs to the City’s water distribution and sewer collection systems. On March
24, 2025, Dave Hausbeck Trucking LLC., the low bidder, agreed to extend their FY25
bid pricing for FY26.
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, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-543.00742.000 $130,000.00, Water Operation and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-541.01-742.000 $97,500.00 and
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-742.000 $97,500.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-22

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of 22A Stonecrete

Prepared by:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Service Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with D.H.T. Transport, LLC for $103,000.00 for 22A
stonecrete for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, the City received two bids for 4,000 tons of 22A stonecrete. The
Maintenance and Service Division uses different types of aggregate materials daily in the
maintenance and repair of the City’s water distribution and sewer collection systems. The
following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

D.H.T. Transport
Reese, MI

$25.75/ton

Champagne & Marx Excavating Inc.
Saginaw, MI (out of City)

$31.90/ton

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 Operations and Maintenance Fund, Lead & Copper Service
Line Maintenance Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591-543.00-743.000
$41,200.00, Maintenance and Service Division, Street and Road Materials Account No. 591541.01-743.000 $30,900.00, and Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-743.000, $30,900.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Annual Supply of Mason Sand

Prepared by:

Wayne W. Tornberg II, Public Service Department

CC-23

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc. for
$9,330.00 for mason sand for the Public Services Department, Maintenance and
Service Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, the City received two bids for 600 tons of mason sand. The
Maintenance and Service Division uses different types of aggregate materials daily in
the maintenance and repair of the City’s water distribution and sewer collection
systems. The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out of City)

$15.55/ton

D.H.T. Transport LLC
Reese, MI

$20.55/ton

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 Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and
Service Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 591-541.01-742.000, $4,665.00 and
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 590-541.02-742.000, $4,665.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase Order for Arrow-Magnolia

Prepared By:

Wayne Tornberg II, Public Services Department

CC-24

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase order with Arrow-Magnolia
International, Inc. for $5,000.00 for ARCS-250 Tack Cleaner for Public Services
Department, Maintenance and Service Division.
Justification:
The Maintenance and Service Division uses approximately 110 gallons, quoted at
$2,431.00 per 55-gallon drum of ARCS-250 Tack Cleaner annually. Arrow-Magnolia is the
sole source provider of ARCS-250 Tack Cleaner. The Maintenance and Service Division
excavates approximately 900 water and sewer repairs annually, with a portion of those
that require tack to be applied before the asphalt is spread for permanent pavement
repairs in the City’s Right-of-Way. This product is the recommended cleaner for the
equipment used to spread the tack application.
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. 591-543.00743.000 $2,500.00, Maintenance and Service Division, Street and Road Materials
Account No. 591-541.01-743.000 $1,250.00 and in the Sewer Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Maintenance and Service Division, Street and Road Materials
Account No. 590-541.02-743.000 $1,250.00.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase Orders for FY 2026

Prepared by:

Joseph Nugent, Public Services Department

CC-25

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of blanket purchase orders to primary suppliers of traffic parts
and supplies for a total of $90,000 for the Public Services Department, Traffic
Engineering Division.
Justification:
Traffic Engineering requires the purchase of a vast array of parts and supplies for
maintaining the City’s signs, pavement markings, and streetlight poles and hardware
throughout the city from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Issuing individual
purchase orders is costly and administratively time-consuming. To ensure both cost
efficiency and operational readiness, the Traffic Engineering Division is requesting a
blanket purchase order with each of the listed vendors. This will allow staff to obtain
multiple price quotes as needed and award individual purchases to the vendor offering
the best combination of price, availability, and delivery timeline for the required item.
The following is a list of the primary suppliers:
Vendor

Cost

Carrier & Gable, Inc.
Farmington Hills, MI

$10,000

Lightle Enterprises of Ohio LLC
Frankfort, OH

$5,000

MD Solutions, Inc.
Plain City, OH

$20,000

Osburn Associates, Inc.
Logan, OH

$15,000

Power Line Supply
Chicago, IL

$5,000

Sign Solutions LLC
Fargo, ND

$5,000

3M Company
St. Paul, MN

$15,000

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Vulcan Signs
Birmingham, AL

CC-25
$15,000

These vendors meet 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, Traffic Engineering Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 202-447.03-742.000 $50,000, the Local Street Fund, Traffic
Engineering Division, Parts and Supplies Account No. 203-447.03-742.000 $35,000 and
the General Fund, Department of Public Services, Street Lighting Division, Parts and
Supplies Account No. 101-448.00-742.000 $5,000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 2 of 2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of Line Lazer Paint Machines

Prepared by:

Joseph Nugent, Public Services Department

CC-26

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Sherwin Williams for $15,800.00 for two
Line Lazer Paint Machines for the Public Services Department, Traffic Engineering
Division.
Justification:
The Traffic Maintenance Section, Right of Way Division is required to maintain and
replace the pavement markings throughout the city as needed. These paint machines will
replace the two existing machines purchased in 2019. The new machines will have two
heads instead of one, which will allow the traffic technicians to spray different widths of
pavement markings without adjusting, which is the current process, and will improve
technician safety and efficiency. To provide the best price possible, Traffic Engineering
personnel obtained three quotes from a variety of proven vendors, and on May 28, 2025,
received the lowest quote from Sherwin-Williams.
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 Streets Fund, Traffic Engineering Division Parts and
Supplies Account No. 202-447.03-742.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of Leica TS16 Robotic Total Station

Prepared by:

Ronald Rangel, Public Services Department

CC-27

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Leica Geosystems, Inc. for $32,926.00 for
a Leica TS16 Robotic Total Station for the Public Services Department, Engineering
Division.
Justification:
On June 30, 2025, a sole quote was received from Leica Geosystems, Inc. for one Leica
TS16 Robotic Total Station. The unit will be used with our existing Leica Data Collectors
to produce higher-quality surveys, especially in existing areas with satellite obstructions.
Examples of these obstructions are when staff are surveying in areas with tree cover,
proximity to buildings, or deep trenches. The robotic unit will allow us to carry out
topographic surveys for the design of roads and other municipal projects, with efficiency
in the use of human and technological resources because it only requires one operator
for its use, thus allowing us to maintain the regular operations of the division without the
need to hire new personnel for these new field activities. Producing high-quality
topographic surveys will allow the Engineering Division to design smaller projects that we
currently contract out, which will save money and allow us to spend those savings on
additional infrastructure upgrades. Leica Geosystems, Inc. is the certified Michigan
supplier of Leica total station equipment, and this purchase will be made using MiDeal
State bid pricing contract No. 180000000005.
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, Maintenance
Equipment Account No. 202-451.00-978.000 $10,975.34, the Sewer Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division, Maintenance Equipment Account No. 590-546.02978.000 $10,975.33, and the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division,
Maintenance Equipment Account No. 591-546.01-978.000 $10,975.33.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-28

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of F-250-VFD Automatic Compression Test Machine

Prepared by:

Ronald Rangel, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Forney LP, Inc. for $14,100.00 for a F-250VFD Automatic Compression Test Machine for the Public Services Department,
Engineering Division.
Justification:
On June 3, 2025, a sole quote was received from Forney LP, Inc. for one F-250-VFD
Automatic Compression Test Machine. This concrete compression machine is a
replacement for an existing unit that has been used in the Engineering Materials Testing
Lab for over 40 years. The existing unit has had many repairs completed on it over the
years and is finally to the point of needing complete replacement. The concrete
compression machine is primarily used to measure the compressive and flexural strength
of concrete. Concrete cylinders are cast on all projects every time concrete is being
poured in the City, regardless of the type of project. The concrete cylinders are subjected
to a compressive load until they fail, providing data for assessing the concrete’s ability to
withstand pressure and ensuring it meets specified strength requirements for structural
integrity and durability. Forney LP, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of testing equipment
for the construction industry and has been providing all testing material and equipment
for the City for many years.
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, Maintenance
Equipment Account No. 202-451.00-978.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

METRO Act Application

Prepared by:

Travis J Hare, Public Services Department

CC-29

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-of-Way
Oversight (METRO) Act Bilateral Application and Permit with OMNI Fiber LLC for the Public
Services Department, Right of Way Division.
Justification:
OMNI Fiber, LLC of Mason, Ohio has applied for a Bilateral Permit pursuant to the METRO Act;
Public Act No.48 of the Public Acts of 2002, as amended. OMNI Fiber, LLC. of Mason, Ohio is a
new provider in the City of Saginaw and is a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier. OMNI Fiber,
LLC. plans to have fiber optic cable installed to expand high-speed communications for its current
internet providers.
Bilateral permits pursuant to the METRO Act are for 15 years with three additional automatic fiveyear renewals. This permit will expire on July 15, 2055, unless, after the initial 15 years, the City
provides a 12-month notice to renegotiate the terms of the renewal.
It does not change the relationship between the parties, requirements regarding the payment of
fees, or requirements regarding the construction and maintenance of telecommunications
facilities within the City’s rights-of-way.
The METRO Act was created to, among other things, streamline the process for authorizing
access to and use of public rights-of-way by telecommunications providers and ensure the
reasonable control and management of public rights-of-way by municipalities.
A
telecommunications provider using or seeking to use public rights-of-way for its facilities must
obtain a permit from the municipality and pay all fees required under the Act. The Act determines
all aspects of the permitting process, including application, dispute resolution, and fees. The Act
requires that municipalities act reasonably and promptly on all applications for a permit and must
grant providers a permit for access to and use of all public rights-of-way.

Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Lead Service Line Replacement (C-1712)

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

CC-30

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the contract with Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc. for
$1,832,365.00 for the Lead Service Line Replacement project for the Public Services
Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
On June 24, 2025, the City received three qualified bids for the Lead Service Line
Replacement C-1712 project. The project includes replacement of lead and galvanized
water connections, water extensions, water meter sets and limited indoor plumbing,
along with road and turf restoration. The work is primarily located on the west side of the
City, locations where the first Lead Service Line Replacement project was unable to
complete due to funding limitations. It is estimated that about 200 water services will be
replaced during this project, but as many will be replaced as possible with the funds
available.
In March 2024, the City submitted an application to receive funding through the
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), for a principal
forgiveness loan from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). In
September 2024, the City was awarded a $2,300,000 loan for this project. $1,127,000
of the awarded amount is considered a principal forgiveness loan, meaning the City
would not have to pay it back. A resolution is on the agenda for tentative award of the
construction contracts for these water system improvements, as required by EGLE.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out-City)

$1,832,365.00

Super Construction LLC
Bay City, MI

$1,856,900.00

Green Tech Systems, LLC
Bay City, MI

$2,166,700.00

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-30

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.
Water funding contingent upon issuance of DWSRF bonds. Funds will be budgeted in
the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Water Refunding Bonds Division’s
Construction Projects Account No. 591-550.00-955.003 $1,832,365.00, upon issuance
of the DWSRF bonds.
I have approved the contract as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-31

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Weiss Street Water Main Replacement & Resurfacing (C-1710)

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the contract with Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc. for
$7,634,168.00 for the Weiss Street Water Main Replacement & Resurfacing project for
the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
On June 24, 2025, the City received three qualified bids for the Weiss Street Water
Main Replacement & Resurfacing C-1710 project. The project includes pavement
removal, earth excavation, water main replacement, and road restoration on Weiss
Street between Mackinaw Street and Eddy Street, then south on Eddy Street to the
dead end. The project also includes HMA milling & resurfacing, select curb & gutter
replacement, ADA sidewalk ramps, pavement markings, and restoration on Weiss
Street from Bay Road (M-84) to N. Michigan Avenue.
In March 2024, the City submitted an application to receive funding through the
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), for a principal
forgiveness loan from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). In
September 2024, the City was awarded a $16,500,000 loan for this project. $6,393,000
of the awarded amount is considered a principal forgiveness loan, meaning the City
would not have to pay it back. A resolution is on the agenda for the tentative award of
the construction contracts for these water system improvements, as required by EGLE.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

Rhode Brothers Excavating, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out-City)

$7,634,168.00

L. D’ Agostini & Sons, Inc.
Macomb, MI

$8,085,798.80

Champagne & Marx Excavating, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out-City)

$9,709,130.69

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.
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CC-31

Water funding contingent upon issuance of DWSRF bonds. Funds are budgeted in the
Major Street Fund, Street Project Division’s Street Resurfacing Account No. 202451.00-955.002 $300,000. Funds will be budgeted in the FY 2026 Water Operations
and Maintenance Fund, Water Refunding Bonds Division’s Construction Projects
Account No. 591-550.00-955.003 $7,083,110.60, upon issuance of the DWSRF bonds,
and will be budgeted in the FY 2027 Major Street Fund, Street Project Division’s Street
Resurfacing Account No. 202-451.00-955.002 $251,057.40, upon approval of the FY
2027 budget.
I have approved the contract as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 2 of 2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-32

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

Prepared by:

Mike Grenier, Water & Wastewater Treatment Services

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the contract with RCL Construction Co., Inc. for $15,519,000 for
Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project for the Water and Wastewater Services
Department, Wastewater Division.
Justification:
On June 10, 2025, two bids were received for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
Project. One of the bids submitted was disqualified due to incomplete bid set documents. The
remaining bid did meet the qualifications for the project which includes rehabilitation of four
settling tanks, replacement of all equipment for three settling tanks, replacement of influent wet
well gates and valves on raw sewage pumps, and replacement of sample pumps, sampler, and
chemical feed at two retention basins.
In March 2024, the City applied to receive funding through the Michigan Department of
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), for a principal forgiveness loan from the Clean
Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). In September 2024, the City was awarded a
$18,820,000 loan package for clean water projects, in which $3,764,000 of the awarded amount
is considered a principal forgiveness loan; meaning the City would not have to repay that portion
of the loan back. A resolution is on the agenda for the tentative award of the construction
contracts for these sewer system improvements, as required by EGLE.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor
RCL Construction Co., Inc.
Sanford, MI

Cost
$15,519,000.00

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.
Sewer funding is contingent upon the issuance of CWSRF bonds. Funds will be budgeted in the
Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Sewer Bonds Division’s Construction Projects
Account No. 590-551.00-955.003 $10,490,000, upon issuance of the DWSRF bonds and Sewer
Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division’s Construction Projects Account No. 590546.02-955.003 $5,029,000.
I have approved the contract as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-33

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection

Prepared by:

Laura Murphy, Water & Wastewater Treatment Services

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the contract with J.R. Heineman & Sons, Inc. for
$14,950,000 for the UV Disinfection project for the Water and Wastewater Services
Department, Wastewater Division.
Justification:
On July 1, 2025, the City received five qualified bids for the Wastewater Treatment
Plant UV Disinfection C-1713 project. The project includes construction of a new
ultraviolet (UV) disinfection facility, including influent and effluent piping to connect with
the existing plant flow, and decommissioning of existing Chlorine Contact Tanks.
In March 2024, the City submitted an application to receive funding through the
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), for a principal
forgiveness loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). In September
2024, the City was awarded a $18,820,000 loan package for clean water projects.
$3,764,000 of the awarded amount is considered a principal forgiveness loan, meaning
the City would not have to pay it back. A resolution is on the agenda for tentative award
of the construction contracts for these sewer system improvements, as required by
EGLE.
The following is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost

J.R. Heineman & Sons, Inc.
Saginaw, MI

$14,950,000.00

Sorensen Gross Company, LLC
Flint, MI

$15,074,084.00

Grand River Construction, Inc.
Jenison, MI

$15,301,670.00

RCL Construction Co, Inc.
Sanford, MI

$16,300,000.00

Spence Brothers
Saginaw, MI

$17,347,660.00

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CC-33

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.
Sewer funding contingent upon issuance of CWSRF bonds. Funds will be budgeted in
the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Sewer Bonds Division’s Construction
Projects Account No. 590-551.00-955.003 $7,580,000, upon issuance of the DWSRF
bonds and Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division’s Construction
Projects Account No. 590-546.02-955.003 $7,370,000.
I have approved the contract as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Johnson Controls Agreements

Prepared by:

Dan Simmer, Water and Wastewater

CC-34

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of agreements with Johnson Controls Inc. for $42,930.42 for
a Ccure security server software and firmware upgrade for the Water and Wastewater

Treatment Services Department, Instrumentation and Process Controls Division.

Justification:
On March 20, 2025, the city received proposed agreements from Johnson Controls, Inc.
to upgrade the Ccure server and software, as well as all the firmware in the existing Ccure
security control panels. The current Ccure Server is at the end of its usable life and needs
to be replaced. This upgrade will extend the life of security control panels in multiple city
buildings. Ccure is used to access and secure various Water and Sewer facilities.
Johnson Controls, Inc. is the parent company of Ccure and currently holds the Ccure
security support contract with the City.
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, Instrumentation
and Process Controls Division Computer Software Account No. 590-539.02-741.000
$21,465.21 and the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Instrumentation and
Process Controls Division Operating Services Account No. 591--539.01-741.000
$21,465.21.
I have approved the Agreements as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

1-Year Extension of Underwater Repair Services

Prepared by:

Ted Bomba, Water and Wastewater

CC-35

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of a blanket purchase with Chicago Underwater for $30,000.00
for Underwater Repair Services for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
On January 18, 2022, the Water Treatment Division opened bids for as-needed
underwater inspection and repair services for various water control structures and
related valves. The professional services specified in the bid package are itemized and
priced per service type or equipment, including a comprehensive report of results. Prior
to beginning work, the City and Contractor will review the job requirements and select
appropriate services. The contractor will then provide a project quote so that staff may
decide if the work is appropriate. The multi-year bid was awarded to Chicago
Underwater.
The bid pricing ends June 30, 2025 and Chicago Underwater has agreed to extend the
previous bid pricing for FY 2026.
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 Operations and Maintenance Fund, Treatment and
Pumping Division’s Professional Services Account No. 591-542.01-801.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
Page 1 of 1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

SolarBee Purchase for Kochville Reservoir

Prepared by:

Theodore Bomba, Water and Wastewater

CC-36

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Ixom Watercare, Inc., a sole source, for
$132,617.00 for 2 new SolarBee units for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
The Water Treatment Division has 2 SolarBee water re-circulation units at the Kochville
Raw Water Reservoir. These units are used to preserve and enhance the raw water
quality in our storage reservoirs. It has been determined that due to the size of the
reservoir, the 2 current units are not adequate to provide complete water re-circulation.
Therefore, 2 additional units are being added. A quote for $132,617.00 was received June
18, 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 Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Water Refunding
Bond Division, Construction Projects Account No. 591-550.00-955.003.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

July 14, 2025
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ORDINANCE

O- 1

Moved by Council Member ___________, seconded by Council Member __________
to adopt an ordinance introduced June 9, 2025, entitled and reading as follows, be
taken up and enacted:
O- _____
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ALL OF CHAPTER 153, “ZONING CODE,” OF
TITLE XV, “LAND USAGE,” OF THE CITY OF SAGINAW CODE OF ORDINANCES,
O-204.
The City of Saginaw ordains:
An ordinance to amend all of Chapter 153, “Zoning Code,” of Title XV, “Land
Usage,” of the City of Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
This ordinance shall become effective July 24, 2025.
Enacted: July 14, 2025.
Yeas:
Nays:
Absent:
ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED
_______________________________
Brenda F. Moore
Mayor

__________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

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 ordinance adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on July 14, 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
______________________________________________________________________

July 14, 2025
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ESTABLISHING AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT AT 1808 VETERANS MEMORIAL PARKWAY

Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member_________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: pursuant to Public Act 198 of 1974, as amended, City Council has the authority to
establish “Industrial Development Districts” within the City of Saginaw; and
WHEREAS: the City Council of the City of Saginaw on its own initiative seeks to establish an
Industrial Development District on property located with the City of Saginaw boundaries; and
WHEREAS: construction, acquisitions, alterations, or installation of a proposed facility has not
commenced at the time of filing the request to establish this district; and
WHEREAS: written notice was given by mail to all owners of real property located within the
proposed Industrial Development District, and public posting of the hearing on the establishment
of the proposed district; and
WHEREAS: on July 14, 2025, a public hearing was held at which all owners of the real property
within the proposed Industrial Development District and all residents and taxpayers of the City of
Saginaw were afforded an opportunity to be heard thereon; and
WHEREAS: the Saginaw City Council deems it to be in the public interest of the City of Saginaw
to establish the Industrial Development District as proposed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that City Council of the City of Saginaw hereby
establishes an Industrial Development District pursuant to Act 198, P.A. of 1974, as amended,
and that the following described parcels of land situated in the City of Saginaw, County of
Saginaw, State of Michigan, to wit:
1808 VETERANS MEMORIAL PARKWAY
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00702
A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE W 1/2 OF E 1/2 OF W 1/2 OF SEC 8 T12N R5E VIZ; BEG AT A
PT ON W 1/8 LN OF SD SEC 400 FT N OF S LN OF SD SEC, TH N 3DEG 47MIN E ALONG SD
W 1/8 LN 855.4 FT MORE OR LESS TO S'LY LN OF RR ROW, TH N 71DEG 33MIN E PARL
TO CTR LN OF SD RR 114.3 FT, TH NE'LY BY A 2DEG CURVE TO A PT ON N & S 1/2 8TH
LN, TH S 3DEG 30MIN W ALONG SD N & S LN TO A PT 400 FT N'Y OF SD S SEC LN, TH
W'LY PARL TO SD S SEC LN TO POB
1840 VETERANS MEMORIAL PARKWAY
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B01000
LOT 10, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1
1812 VETERANS MEMORIAL PARKWAY
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00900
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LOT 9, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1
1740 VETERANS MEMORIAL PARKWAY
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00701
W'LY 100 FT OF LOT 6, LOTS 7 & 8, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1 LYING N'LY OF
A LN THAT IS 297.02 FT N'LY OF AND PARL TO S LN OF OUTLOT A
1621 N. WASHINGTON AVENUE
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00203
PART OF LOTS 4 AND 5, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO. 1, AS RECORDED IN LIBER
14, PAGES 9 THROUGH 14, SAGINAW COUNTY PLAT RECORDS, A REPLAT OF BUENA
VISTA GARDENS, KIRBY INDUSTRIAL PLAT AND BLOCKS 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14 AND 15, FULLER'S
SUBDIVISION, SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8, TOWN 12 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, CITY
OF SAGINAW, SAGINAW COUNTY, MICHIGAN DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT
THAT IS NORTH 01 DEGREE 15 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 400.01 FEET ALONG THE
NORTH-SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 8 AND NORTH 89 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 30
SECONDS WEST, 677.53 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SECTION 8; THENCE
NORTH 01 DEGREE 27 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST 115.01 FT, THENCE SOUTH 89
DEGREES 18 MINUTES 30 SECONDS EAST 115 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREE 27
MINUTES 45 SECONDS WEST 115.01 FT, THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 30
SECONDS WEST 115 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
2621 N. WASHINGTON AVENUE
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00202
PART OF LOTS 2, 3 & 4, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1, A REPLAT OF BUENA
VISTA GARDENS, KIRBY INDUSTRIAL PLAT & BLOCKS 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14 & 15, FULLER’S
SUBDIVISION, SW 1/4 OF SEC 8, T12N, R5E, CITY OF SAGINAW, DESCRIBED AS: BEG AT
A PT THAT IS N 01 DEG 15’ 00”E, 400.01FT ALONG THE N-S 1/4 LINE OF SEC 8 & N 89 DEG
18’ 30”W, 677.53 FT & N 01 DEG 27’ 45”E, 115.01 FT FROM THE S 1/4 OF SEC 8; THENCE
CONTINUING N 01 DEG 27’ 45”E, 745.45 FT, S 89 DEG 18’ 30” E, 115.00 FT; TH S 01 DEG 27’
45” W, 745.45 FT; TH N 89 DEG 18’ 30” W, 115.00 FT TO PT OF BEG; ALSO PART OF LOTS
1 & 2, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1, A REPLAT OF BUENA VISTA GARDENS,
KIRBY INDUSTRIAL PLAT & BLOCKS 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14 & 15, FULLER’S SUBDIVISION, SW 1/4
OF SEC 8, T12N, R5E, CITY OF SAGINAW, DESCRIBED AS: BEG AT A PT THAT IS N 01 DEG
15’ 00”E, 400.01 FT ALONG THE N-S 1/4 LINE OF SEC 8 & N 89 DEG 18’ 30” W, 677.53 FT &
N 01 DEG 27’ 45”E, 860.46 FT FROM THE S 1/4 OF SEC 8; THENCE CONTINUING N 01 DEG
27’ 45” E, 333.93 FT TO THE S’LY LINE OF THE PERE MARQUETTE (NOW CSX) RR ROW
AS LOCATED & ESTABLISHED; THENCE ALONG SAID RR ROW ON A NON-TANGENT
CURVE TO THE LEFT WHOSE RADIUS IS 2413.70 FT, CENTRAL ANGLE OF 03 DEG 21’ 49”,
CHORD BEARING & DISTANCE OF N 55 DEG 47’ 29”E, 141.68 FT; THENCE S 01 DEG 27’
45”W, 415.00 FT; THENCE N 89 DEG 18’ 30”W, 115.00 FT TO PT OF BEGINNING
1721 FINDLEY STREET
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00400

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PART OF LOTS 1,2,3 & 4, EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO 1 VIZ; COMG AT S 1/4 CR
OF SEC 8, T12N, R5E, TH N 01DEG 15MIN 00SEC E 400.1 FT ALONG N & S 1/4 LN, TH N
89DEG 18MIN 30SEC W 562.53 FT TO POB, TH N 01DEG 27MIN 45SEC E 1,253.83 FT TO N
LN OF SD PLAT, TH N 53DEG 00MIN 23SEC E ALONG SD N LN 142.44 FT, TH S 01DEG
27MIN 45SEC W TO S LN OF LOT 4, TH W ON SD S LN TO POB SUBJECT TO EASEMENT
DESC IN L2065 P1547 BEING A 20FT SQ PIECE OF LAND IN SE COR OF JUST DESC PROP
ALSO LOT 4 EXC S 10 FT COMB W/21-875B002 AND 875B00401 FOR 2001
18311 FINDLEY STREET
PARCEL NUMBER: 21 0875B00300
LOT 3, EXC.W.226.51 FT., EDDY URBAN RENEWAL REPLAT NO.1
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 July 14, 2025; the original thereof is on file
in the records of the Office of the City Clerk; 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

July 14, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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Employer Resolution Establishing Military Service
Contribution Requirements for Defined Benefit

Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member ______________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw is a participating municipality or court in the Municipal
Employees’ Retirement System of Michigan (“MERS”); and
WHEREAS: under Section 8 of the MERS Plan Document, all missed Defined Benefit
mandatory employee contributions due to intervening Military service leaves shall be
reflected in the participating employer’s overall liability in the next annual actuarial valuation
unless an alternative method is elected (default); no employee contributions will be required
from the participant.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Saginaw hereby
authorizes that this resolution be adopted for all present and future employee divisions
requiring that all missed employee contributions due to intervening Military service be
handled by:
The member will be permitted to choose to remit some or all missed mandatory employee
contributions within a time period equal to three times the duration of the military service
from the date of reemployment, but not to exceed five years, and years of service credit
shall be granted in proportion to the employee contributions received.
MERS’ Military Service contributions procedures are subject to the MERS Plan Document.
Changes to the Plan Document may impact MERS’ ability to administer this election in the
future.
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SPONSORS OF VARIOUS COMMUNITY EVENTS
THE USE OF AMPLIFYING EQUIPMENT
Moved by Council Member _________________,
_________________ to adopt the following resolution:

seconded

by

Council

Member

WHEREAS, the sponsors (as listed below) plan to hold the following events:
Name of Event
Block Party
Block Party
Olive Fest
Small Business
Expo

Location

Date

S 7th St. between Janes Ave. and Federal Ave.
Federal Ave. between S 6th Ave. and S 7th St.
Emily St. between Atwater St. and Phelon St.
N 6th Ave. between Norman St. and Farwell St.
Dwight St. between N 6th Ave. and N 8th St.
SVRC Marketplace
203 S. Washington Ave.

Sponsor

7/16/25 Saginaw CAP
7/18/25 Lula Johnson
–
7/19/25
8/23
Mt. Olive
Baptist Church
8/28/25 SEDC

WHEREAS, the above sponsors request permission to use amplifying equipment on the dates
listed above; and
WHEREAS, City Council can provide authorization for the use of amplifying equipment on
public property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Saginaw hereby
authorizes the use of amplifying equipment during the above events listed with dates and
locations (subject to change), between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 08:00 p.m. (block party) and
10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. (special events), to be held at the various locations listed in the
above chart.
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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A RESOLUTION TO TENTATIVELY AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS FOR LEAD SERVICE LINE
REPLACEMENTS
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to construct improvements to its existing water
treatment and distribution system; and
WHEREAS: the water system improvements project formally adopted on May 22, 2025
will be funded through the state of Michigan’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
(DWSRF) program; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has sought and received construction bids for the
proposed improvements and has received a low bid in the amount of $1,832,365.00 from
Rohde Brothers Excavating, Inc.; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw's engineer, Travis Hare has recommended awarding
the contract to the low bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Saginaw tentatively awards the
contract for construction of the proposed water system improvements project to Rohde
Brothers Excavating, Inc., contingent upon successful financial arrangements with the
DWSRF.
Yeas:
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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A RESOLUTION TO TENTATIVELY AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS ON WEISS STREET FROM
MACKINAW STREET TO BAY ROAD (M-84)
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to construct improvements to its existing water
treatment and distribution system; and
WHEREAS: the water system improvements project formally adopted on May 22, 2025
will be funded through the state of Michigan’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
(DWSRF) program; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has sought and received construction bids for the
proposed improvements and has received a low bid in the amount of $7,634,168.00 from
Rohde Brothers Excavating, Inc.; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw's engineer, Travis Hare has recommended awarding
the contract to the low bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Saginaw tentatively awards the
contract for construction of the proposed water system improvements project to Rohde
Brothers Excavating, Inc., contingent upon successful financial arrangements with the
DWSRF.
Yeas:
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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A RESOLUTION TO TENTATIVELY AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to construct improvements to its existing
wastewater treatment and collection system; and
WHEREAS: the wastewater system improvements project formally adopted on May
22, 2025 will be funded through the state of Michigan’s Clean Water State Revolving
Fund (CWSRF) program; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has sought and received construction bids for the
proposed improvements and has received a qualified bid in the amount of $15,519,000
from RCL Construction Co., Inc; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw's engineer, Travis Hare has recommended awarding
the contract to the qualified bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Saginaw tentatively awards
the contract for construction of the proposed wastewater system improvements project
to RCL Construction Co., Inc., contingent upon successful financial arrangements with
the CWSRF.
Yeas:
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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A RESOLUTION TO TENTATIVELY AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member ________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to construct improvements to its existing
wastewater treatment and collection system; and
WHEREAS: the wastewater system improvements project formally adopted on May
22, 2025, will be funded through the state of Michigan’s Clean Water State Revolving
Fund (CWSRF) program; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has sought and received construction bids for the
proposed improvements and has received a low bid in the amount of $14,950,000 from
J.R. Heineman & Sons, Inc. Saginaw, MI; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw's engineer, Travis Hare has recommended awarding
the contract to the low bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Saginaw tentatively awards
the contract for construction of the proposed wastewater system improvements project
to J.R.Heineman & Sons, Inc., Saginaw, MI, contingent upon successful financial
arrangements with the CWSRF.
Yeas:
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 July 14, 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
July 14, 2025
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