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CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: LOOSE SENIOR CENTER, 707 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, LINDEN, MI 48451 Monday, February 23, 2026 6:30 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE III. ROLL CALL & INTRODUCTIONS (A) Excuse Absent Member(s) IV. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS V. PUBLIC HEARINGS VI. CORRESPONDENCE (A) 2025 Fire Department Annual Report (B) Letter Received from Fenton Township VII. PUBLIC COMMENT Any person wishing to address the City Council during a meeting will get 3 minutes under Public Comment. When the Public Comment is approached on the Agenda, individuals wishing to speak will be called upon utilizing the filled-out comment forms. Remarks should be addressed to the presiding officer and is not time for debate, but for questions or comments for Council and/or Staff. Questions will be answered if the information is readily available. If answers are not available during the meeting, Council or Staff will contact the individual within 48 hours and respond to the questions within 10 days or when the information becomes available. VIII. CONSENT AGENDA The following item(s) are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will occur unless a Council Member or citizen requests such discussion, in which event the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in the normal sequence of business. (A) City Council Meeting Minutes from February 9, 2026 (B) Library Board Vacancy Appointment: Mary Wickstrom (C) Financial Reports IX. DISCUSSION (A) Loose Senior Center X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS XI. NEW BUSINESS (A) Motion to Approve 2026 Mill Pond Treatment Contract with Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. (B) Conditional Rezoning Request: 1013 North Bridge St. XII. MANAGER’S UPDATE XIII. CITY ATTORNEY’S UPDATE XIV. DEPARTMENT REPORTS (A) Police Department (B) Code Enforcement (C) Fire Department (D) Department of Public Works (E) Senior Services XV. COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS XVI. CLOSED SESSION XVII. ADJOURNMENT  CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 AT 6:30 P.M. LOCATION: LOOSE SENIOR CENTER, 707 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, LINDEN, MI 48451 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m. by Mayor Elizabeth Armstrong. The meeting was held at The Loose Senior Center located at 707 North Bridge Street, Linden, Michigan 48451. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present. A Moment of Silence was observed for our military overseas. City Council Present: Mayor Elizabeth Armstrong, Mayor Pro tem Jerry Link, Brad Dick, Tom Hicks, Pam Howd, Denise Miller, Brenda Simons Absent: None Others Present: Ellen Glass, City Manager; Brian Will, Fire Chief; Don Grice, Director of Public Works; Tessa Sweeney, Director of Senior Services & Community Engagement; Dotti Tynes; Program Coordinator; Gwen Fannon, Travel & Special Events Coordinator; Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk; Mike Gildner, City Attorney a. Excuse Absent Member(s) None. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. CORRESPONDENCE a. Historic District Commission 2025 Annual Report b. Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board 2025 Annual Report Armstrong acknowledged receipt of these items. PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment regarding rezoning request; master plan; and shared experience on city boards. Public comment on parking and sidewalk areas not cleared from now, shared concerns; 1013 North Bridge; senior services, books and requested reasoning for removal. Public comment about a grant applied for water and status and next steps for residents for help with cost of water and reasoning. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2026 Page 1 of 5 Public comment on 1013 North Bridge Street ownership and personal background; reasoning for rezoning request; proposed zoning amendments, and local service district. Brief discussion amongst Council and Gildner regarding public comment procedure. Link explained moving Item a. Draft Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments to the end of the agenda order and reasoning. Motion by Link, second by Simons to move Item a. Draft Housing Focused Zoning Amendments to below Item f. Evaluations. Motion carried 7-0. Motion by Miller, second by Hicks to move Item e. Loose Senior Center to Item a. Motion carried 7-0. CONSENT AGENDA a. City Council Meeting Minutes from January 26, 2026 b. Application to Use Public Property – VFW Post 4642 Memorial Day Parade: Monday, May 25, 2026 c. Financial Reports Motion by Howd, second by Hicks to approve the consent agenda. Roll call. Motion carried 7-0. AYES: Dick, Miller, Hicks, Simons, Link, Armstrong, Howd NAYS: None ABSENT: None DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Loose Senior Center Public comment on building maintenance; reconstruction; library and shared suggestions for storage. Public comment asked about books returning and advisory committee. Public comment about removal of books, puzzles, pool table; communication between staff and senior members; and referenced usage reports and options available. Public comment on staff and renovations and things removed. Public comment on library and kiosk. Miller shared reason for agenda topic. Councilors discussed comments made. Glass and Sweeney referenced staff memo in October packet for advisory committee and explained structure; provided response to public and Council comments made. Sweeney reviewed activities and usage reports in detail. Fannon and Tynes explained new member process. Glass further discussed senior services and activities. Council and staff further discussed books; advisory committee details; storage; activities and use; pool table; kiosk; upcoming advisory meeting. b. Conditional Rezoning Request: 1013 North Bridge St. Young provided an overview of the topic. Public comment from applicant on the rezoning request and the process and shared opinion and feelings. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2026 Page 2 of 5 Public comment requested Councilor Link’s reasoning for his vote on topic. Councilors discussed comments made and referenced other rezoning requests and zoning amendments discussion. Motion by Hicks that we move this until we get zoning amendments finalized. Brief discussion regarding the motion. Discussion with Council and Staff regarding the rezoning request in relation to the zoning amendments topic. Motion by Hicks, second by Miller to postpone Discussion Item b. Conditional Rezoning Request: 1013 North Bridge St., as this Item conflicts with the Draft Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments Item, and would like to move Item b. until we resolve major issue, which is the Draft Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments item. Brief discussion between Gildner and Council regarding motion and decision if postponed; refund would be up to Council; discussed local service district; master plan elements; zoning map and other conditional rezoning requests; and the vote. Young reviewed possible scenarios. Public comment regarding zoning text amendments and his request, brief discussion between applicant and Council. Further discussion regarding the rezoning request and vote. Armstrong requested advantages to the City and other requests like this in the past. Public comment regarding involving an attorney and fees. Gildner clarified motion on the table to postpone or not, depending on results of the motion. Hicks clarified no specific timeframe for postponing, when we get the housing amendments Item finalized. Voice vote, results unclear. Roll call. Motion failed 3-4. AYES: Link, Miller, Hicks NAYS: Armstrong, Simons, Howd, Dick ABSENT: None Gildner confirmed the result of the vote and clarified moved on to next item. Armstrong recessed the meeting. Council recessed at 8:28 p.m. Council returned from recess at 8:34 p.m. c. Mill Pond Treatment Contract - Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control Glass reviewed the topic. No public comment was received. Council and staff discussed proposed treatment plan proposed. d. Recording of Meetings Kanyak provided an overview of the topic. A representative was present to review proposals, and discuss equipment types and cost scenario. Council and Staff discussed PEG funding and staff direction. e. Evaluations CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2026 Page 3 of 5 Armstrong explained reasoning for addition of the topic for City Manager evaluation. Discussion between Council, Glass and Gildner regarding format change and timeline concerns, agreed to use current format this year. f. Draft Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments Young provided an overview of the topic referenced meeting materials. Public comment on language within the draft. Council discussed time concerns and amount to go through this evening; possibility of special meeting or next work session; direction for staff; and requested people who attended meeting at the beginning of this process. Motion by Link, second by Miller to move this discussion to the next work session and make this the primary topic. Council and Glass discussed budget items next meeting and explained previous postponement of this item. Roll call. Motion carried 7-0. AYES: Link, Hicks, Armstrong, Miller, Howd, Dick, Simons NAYS: None ABSENT: None Gildner and Council briefly discussed method for sharing changes. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT Dick left the meeting at 9:31 p.m. Dick returned to the meeting at 9:33 p.m. Glass provided a verbal update on the following items: • Forecast breakfast • Mill project • Grants list draft • Joint Parks and Recreation Commission/Library Board meeting • Budget • PFM review for water rates Armstrong and Glass discussed following up public comments. Young provided an update on the Forest Ridge Estates Preliminary Unit Development (PUD). a. Grants Brief discussion between Link and Glass about grants list and motion made. COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS Simons thanked staff. Hicks and Grice briefly discussed Rolston Road project payment status. Howd commented on the multipurpose building offerings, briefly discussed Mill with Grice. Miller thanked staff and everyone. Dick thanked staff for snow removal in Lindenwood and Ice Fishing Tournament event details. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2026 Page 4 of 5 Armstrong thanked staff. No comments were received from Link CLOSED SESSION None. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Miller, second by Howd to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned by Mayor Armstrong at 9:41 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, ________________________________________ Approved: ________________ Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2026 Page 5 of 5  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 02/04/2026 - 02/17/2026 BANK CODE: SBTAX - STATE BANK TAX (4282) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBTAX STATE BANK TAX (4282) 02/13/2026 2115 GENESEE COUNTY TREASURER TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 111,760.51 02/13/2026 2116 LINDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 82,161.13 02/13/2026 2117 CITY OF LINDEN TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 5,140.21 02/13/2026 2118 CITY OF LINDEN TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 89,075.05 02/13/2026 2119 CITY OF LINDEN TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 2,113.78 02/13/2026 2120 BISHOP INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 8,548.89 02/13/2026 2121 GENESEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 33,470.30 02/13/2026 2122 MASS TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 22,168.17 02/13/2026 2123 MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 23,111.09 02/13/2026 2124 SOUTHERN LAKES PARKS TAX DISTRIBUTION 01/01/2026-01/31/2026 6,101.76 SBTAX TOTALS: Total of 10 Checks: 383,650.89 Less 0 Void Checks: 0.00 Total of 10 Disbursements: 383,650.89 $383,650.89 02/17/2026 12:29 PM Page: 1/1  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 02/04/2026 - 02/17/2026 BANK CODE: SBGEN - STATE BANK (3140) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBGEN STATE BANK (3140) 02/06/2026 13734 PRINTING SYSTEMS AP CHECKS GENERAL AND TAX 340.04 02/06/2026 13735 GENESEE VALLEY VAULT GRAVE OPENING MACELLA PRESTON 1.31.26 800.00 02/06/2026 13736 ALL N ONE LAWN CARE SERVICE SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL JAN 2026 1,840.00 02/06/2026 13737 GENESEE COUNTY DRAIN DRAINS AT LARGE 2025 7,151.48 02/06/2026 13738 STATE OF MICHIGAN ANNUAL STORMWATER PERMIT FEE 2026 2,000.00 02/06/2026 13739 MICHIGAN LANDSCAPE SUPPLY CO SALT PALLET 416.50 02/06/2026 13740 CHAMPS CLEANERS POLICE UNIFORM CLEANING 75.00 02/06/2026 13741 JULIE PEAKE REFUND DEPOSIT LCC RENTAL 1.31.26 200.00 02/06/2026 13742 SME LINDEN MILLS INVESTIGATION 12.22.25-1.2 3,800.00 02/06/2026 13743 CINTAS LIFELINE AED AGREEMENT 89.10 EYEWASH SERVICE AGREEMENT DPW 100.00 EYEWASH SERVICE AGREEMENT FIRE DEPT 100.00 289.10 02/06/2026 13744 SHARON AUSTIN REFUND FOR RENTAL LLC 1.24.26 450.00 02/06/2026 13745 ACE HARDWARE DEPARTMENT CHARGES JAN 2026 278.30 02/06/2026 13746 AMERICAN LEGAL PUBLISHING CODE EDITING JAN 2026 157.95 JANUARY 2026 S-2 EDITING 1,458.00 1,615.95 02/06/2026 13747 LEXISNEXIS CLAIMS SOLUTIONS I ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE 1.1.26-12.31.26 286.20 02/06/2026 13748 LINDEN'S COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR BATTERY AND REPAIRS 2021 GMC SIERRA #46 719.38 OIL AND FILTER CHANGE 2019 GMC SIERRA # 108.45 827.83 02/06/2026 13749 VERIZON WIRELESS-JP DPW JET PACKS 12.24.25-1.23.26 120.03 02/06/2026 13750 VERIZON WIRELESS PHONE USE 12.24.25-1.23.26 1,229.17 02/13/2026 13751 CONSUMERS ENERGY GAS/ELECTRIC JAN 2026 12,363.28 02/13/2026 13752 GENESEE CO ROAD COMMISSION CITY OF LINDEN SIGNAL MAINTENANCE JAN 2 623.48 CITY OF LINDEN ROAD MAINTENANCE JAN 202 13,685.91 14,309.39 02/13/2026 13753 DEWEYS AUTO CENTER, INC. TIRES AND OIL CHANGE 2021 CHEVY #3471 1,290.77 OIL/TIRE ROTATION #3471 2021 CHEVY TAHO 177.29 1,468.06 02/13/2026 13754 CITY OF FENTON WATER TESTING 75.00 02/13/2026 13755 GLORIA KIRSHMAN RETIREE HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT MARCH 2026 684.82 02/13/2026 13756 MARTHA DONNELLY RETIREE HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT FEB 2026 385.16 02/13/2026 13757 OPERATIONS SERVICES DRINKING WATER OPERATIONS JAN 2026 1,311.25 02/13/2026 13758 XTREME SHREDS DOCUMENT SHREDDING 145.00 02/13/2026 13759 THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY PAINT CITY HALL 54.01 02/13/2026 13760 HYDROCORP CROSS CONNECTION PROGRAM JAN 2026 2,200.25 02/13/2026 13761 MID TOWN ACQUISITION LLC GAS/DIESAL JAN 2026 2,120.74 02/13/2026 13762 CUNNINGHAM-LIMP LINDEN MILLS PROJECT PAY APP #5 226,881.00 02/17/2026 12:28 PM Page: 1/2  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 02/04/2026 - 02/17/2026 BANK CODE: SBGEN - STATE BANK (3140) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBGEN STATE BANK (3140) 02/13/2026 13763 KENNEDY INDUSTRIES, INC. 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LEGAL FEES OCT 2025 3,550.00 LEGAL FEES NOV 2025 1,900.00 LEGAL FEES JAN 2026 1,750.00 LEGAL FEES DEC 2025 1,800.00 9,000.00 02/13/2026 13775 GENESEE COUNTY SMALL CITIES 2026 SMALL CITIES DUES 125.00 02/13/2026 13776 VIEW NEWSPAPERS ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS 1.18.26 162.00 SBGEN TOTALS: Total of 43 Checks: 318,540.52 Less 0 Void Checks: 0.00 Total of 43 Disbursements: 318,540.52 $318,540.52 02/17/2026 12:28 PM Page: 2/2  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 02/04/2026 - 02/17/2026 BANK CODE: SBSRC - LOOSE SENIOR CENTER (4822) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBSRC LOOSE SENIOR CENTER (4822) 02/06/2026 13920 CONSUMERS ENERGY GAS/ELECTRIC LOOSE JAN 2026 2,003.13 02/06/2026 13921 MCINTYRE SOFT WATER SERVICE WATER COOLERS X 3 23.25 02/06/2026 13922 PRINTING SYSTEMS AP CHECKS LOOSE 174.63 02/06/2026 13924 TGI DIRECT MONTHLY NEWSLETTER LOOSE JAN 2026 882.30 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER LOOSE DEC 2025 864.22 1,746.52 02/06/2026 13925 HENRY SONDEREGGER TAI CHI 1/23, 1/30/26 60.00 02/06/2026 13926 BARBARA FISCHER LOOSE RENTAL DEPOSIT REFUND 2.1.26 50.00 02/06/2026 13927 ACE HARDWARE DEPARTMENT CHARGES LOOSE JAN 2026 111.13 02/06/2026 13928 VERIZON WIRELESS LOOSE PHONE USE 12.24.25-1.23.26 185.95 02/11/2026 13929 BILLY RAY BAUER STAND UP COMEDY SHOW LOOSE SENIOR CTR 400.00 02/13/2026 13930 ALL N ONE LAWN CARE SERVICE SNOW REMOVAL LOOSE JAN 2026 2,675.00 02/13/2026 13931 CINTAS REFILL SUPPLIES LOOSE 51.44 02/13/2026 13932 STEVENS GLASS FULL SURFACE LIMITED FRAME 494.50 SBSRC TOTALS: Total of 12 Checks: 7,975.55 Less 0 Void Checks: 0.00 Total of 12 Disbursements: 7,975.55 General: $ 318,540.52 Tax: $ 383,650.89 Loose: $7.975.55 Total: $ 710,166.96 02/17/2026 12:30 PM Page: 1/1  CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE: February 23, 2026 AGENDA TOPIC: 2026 Mill Pond Treatment To: Mayor and City Council From: Ellen Glass, City Manager; Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk Submitted: February 18, 2026 Subject: 2026 Mill Pond Treatment Plan INTRODUCTION/ HISTORY/EXPLANATION OF TOPIC Our seasonal contract with Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. has expired. We have been provided with the enclosed treatment plan proposal for the 2026 season for your review and consideration. Aquatic Nuisance has been treating the Mill Pond since 2022. We continue to receive positive feedback about the treatment from residents and users of the Mill Pond. The enclosed proposal documents outline the treatment plan, application materials/methods, as well as the proposed program implementation. The cost for 2026 reflects inclusion of an additional treatment to address the native weed growth observed last summer. This contract reflects the annual required permit fee from the State of Michigan (EGLE). For reference, are the past amounts City Council has approved: • February 28, 2022: City Council voted to approve the proposal from Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. for the 2022 season in the amount not to exceed $9,000. • February 27, 2023 meeting, Council approved the proposed amount of $8,575 from Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. • January 22, 2024: $10,300 (included additional acreage to be included for treatment, after it was brought to our attention there is an area within City Limits, that was not been being treated). • January 27, 2025: $10,300 (unchanged from 2024). STAFF RECOMMENDATION City Council should review and discuss the Mill Pond treatment plan proposal provided by Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. and consider continuing treatment for the 2026 season. MOTION Motion to [approve/deny] the 2026 Mill Pond Treatment Plan in the amount of $11,950, as proposed. SUPPORTING MATERIALS ATTACHED: I CONCUR:____________________________________________ ELLEN R. GLASS, CITY MANAGER  Aquatic Nuisance Plant Control, Inc. P.O. Box 160 Swartz Creek, Michigan 48473 (810)445-8202 nickb@aquaticnuisance.net The treatment plan I have below will change slightly from previous years. The state of Michigan raised the permit fee to $500 and I am also adding an optional 4 acre treatment for wild celery. Last summer the native plants took over (which is a great thing for the ecosystem) but they can be an issue if they get too thick. I will also keep the additional area the east of the train tracks. • Using contact herbicides to treat milfoil, northern milfoil, curly leaf, algae and also some nuisance native plants. o Total Area Proposed for Treatment: 18 Acres o State of Michigan Permit fee=$500 o Cost per Acre: $325 o Total Cost for 18 Acres, including $500 Permit fee: $6,350 • Using Contact Herbicides for late season treatment for the allowed 100’ of frontage o Using Tribune (contact herbicides) for milfoil and Cutrine Ultra or Propeller for algaecide o Treatment Size: 18 Acres o Total Cost for 18 Acres=$4,000 • Treating a maximum of 4 acres for Wild Celery using Komeen  Total cost for 4 acres of Celery= $1,600 Total Maximum Cost for two treatments, celery treatment, and the permit fee for the year $11,950.00  132 E. Broad Street • Linden, MI 48451 • P.O. Box 507 Phone: (810) 735-7980 • Fax: (810) 735-4793 February 4, 2026 Linden City Council 132 E. Broad Street Linden, MI 48451 RE: 1013 North Bridge Street Conditional Rezoning Request PC-02-26 Dear Council Members: City Council Applicant and property owners, Noah and Danielle Morgan, are requesting the conditional rezoning of their property located at 1013 North Bridge Street from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District. The subject property (Property ID# 61-20-502-003) is 8,145 square feet (0.19 acres) in size and is located along the west side of North Bridge Street, north of the railroad. Background The property currently contains a residential principal structure and detached accessory garage. According to the applicant, the structure has been occupied for residential use for over 125 years and is currently occupied as a duplex. The property’s current zoning (LS District) does not allow residential use; therefore, the current use of the property as a duplex is non-conforming. The applicant is seeking this rezoning to the R-3 District to make the residential use of the structure a conforming use. The R-3 District allows single-family dwellings as a principal permitted use and two- family dwellings as a special land use. Allowed by State-law and Section 154.030 of the City Zoning Ordinance, a conditional rezoning request is where a property owner may offer conditions related to the use and development of the land as part of a rezoning. The applicant/property owner submitted a letter to the Planning Commission, dated December 15, 2025, that outlined one proposed condition which is being voluntarily offered by the applicant: “The property will only be utilized as a Duplex or Single-Family residence.” The City Planning Commission held the State-required public hearing on the conditional rezoning request at their January 5, 2026 meeting. Later in the meeting, the Planning Commission passed a motion recommending approval of the conditional rezoning request. In its motion, the Planning Commission indicated that the proposed rezoning satisfies the rezoning review standards of Section 154.030,(E) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance, supports the City’s goal of protecting established neighborhoods, provides needed housing, supports affordable housing, and allows for a change back to the LS District in the future. For your reference, the Zoning Ordinance’s rezoning review standards are listed below: a. Whether the proposed rezoning is consistent with the goals, policies, and future land use map of the city’s Master Plan; b. The compatibility of all the potential uses allowed in the proposed zoning district with surrounding land uses and zoning districts in terms of land suitability, impacts on the environment, density, and influence on property values; c. Whether any public services and facilities would be significantly adversely impacted by a development or use allowed under the requested rezoning. Consideration of impact on drains and roads is specifically required; and d. Whether the uses allowed under the proposed rezoning would be equally or better suited to the area than uses allowed under the current zoning of the land. City Council Action and Sample Motion The City Council has final authority for the adoption of any rezoning or conditional rezoning. Therefore, at a regular meeting, the City Council should consider and take final action on the conditional rezoning request. For any conditional rezoning, the Zoning Ordinance requires the accepted conditions to be incorporated into a formal statement of conditions. Enclosed is a draft statement of conditions that has been reviewed by the City Attorney and agreed upon by the applicant/property owner. Below are template motions for your consideration: Motion to approve the conditional rezoning request for 1013 North Bridge Street, from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District, in consideration of the Planning Commission’s recommendation of adoption and agreement with the Planning Commission’s findings that the request satisfies the review standards of Section 154.030,(E) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance. I further move that the condition offered by the applicant be incorporated into a signed statement of conditions acceptable to the City Attorney. -OR- Motion to deny the conditional rezoning request for 1013 North Bridge Street, from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District, based on the finding that the request does not satisfy the review standards of Section 154.030,(E) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance, specifically…. Please contact me at ayoung@wadetrim.com for further information. Sincerely, Adam Young, AICP, City Planner City of Linden PW\LDN6100\26D\Docs\Correspondence\20260204 CC Letter 1013 N Bridge Street Rezoning.docx Enclosure: Draft Statement of Conditions  STATEMENT OF CONDITIONS UNDER MCL 125.3405 This instrument is executed as of , 2026, by Noah and Danielle Morgan (“Declarant”), whose address is 15102 Pinewood Trail, Linden, Michigan, 48451. RECITALS 1. On _________, 2026, pursuant to the request and offer of the Declarant, the City of Linden, City Council amended the zoning map of the City of Linden to rezone the “Property” (defined below) from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single Family Residential District subject to conditions. 2. The amendment of the zoning map and the impositions of the conditions on the rezoning was made pursuant to an offer of Declarant under MCL 125.3405, which provides for rezoning of property and imposition of conditions related to the use and development of the land in connection with that rezoning. 3. Section 154.030,(F) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance requires that a formal written Statement of Conditions requested by Declarant and imposed by the City of Linden City Council pursuant to that request contain certain information and be recorded in the office of the Genesee County Register of Deeds by the Declarant. 4. The Declarant has prepared and executed this statement as the Statement of Conditions required by Section 154.030,(F) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance. The Declarant states: 1. The “Property” is located in the City of Linden, Genesee County, Michigan, and legally described as: LOT 3 ASSESSORS PLAT NO 3. Address: 1013 North Bridge Street. 2. The conditions imposed upon the use and development of the Property are as follows: a. The Property will only be utilized as a Duplex or Single-Family residence. 3. Upon the date that the rezoning of the Property to General Commercial takes effect under the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, 2006 PA 110, as amended, the use and development of the Property shall, except as expressly set forth herein (see Paragraph 2.a., above), conform to all of the requirements regulating use and development within the R-3, Single Family Residential zoning district, as set forth in the City of Linden Zoning Page 1 of 2  Ordinance, as modified by this Statement of Conditions. 4. The terms, conditions, provisions, and restrictions set forth in this Statement of Conditions constitute building and use restrictions that run with the land and are binding upon all successor owners of title to all or any part of the Property. Any person who establishes a development or commences a use upon all or any part of the Property shall continuously operate and maintain the development or use in compliance with all of the conditions set forth in this Statement of Conditions. 5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth in Paragraph 2 of this Conditional Rezoning Agreement shall constitute a violation of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance and MCL 125.3405, resulting in the Property reverting to the LS District zoning classification. 6. The Declarant is the sole owner of the Property as of the date of this instrument, and has voluntarily offered and consented to the provisions contained within this instrument. Noah and Danielle Morgan STATE OF MICHIGAN ) ):SS COUNTY OF GENESEE ) On this day of , 2026, before me personally appeared Noah and Danielle Morgan, who being duly sworn on oath says that she signed the above document as the Property Owners. Page 2 of 2  PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT MEMO NO.: PC-02-26 FROM: Adam Young, AICP, City Planner AGENDA: January 5, 2026 New Business (B) TOPIC: 1013 North Bridge Street Conditional Rezoning Request ════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ Background: The City has received an application from the owner of 1013 North Bridge Street seeking to conditionally rezone the property from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District. The subject property (Property ID# 61-20-502-003) is 8,145 square feet (0.19 acres) in size and is located along the west side of North Bridge Street, north of the railroad. The property currently contains a residential principal structure and detached accessory garage. According to the applicant, the structure has been occupied for residential use for over 125 years; before 2015, it was occupied as a duplex, but as of today, it is occupied for single-family use. The property’s current zoning (LS District) does not allow residential use; therefore, the current use of the property as a single-family dwelling is non-conforming. The applicant is seeking this rezoning to the R-3 District to make the residential use of the structure a conforming use. The R-3 District allows single-family dwellings as a principal permitted use and two- family dwellings as a special land use. Allowed by State-law and Section 154.030 of the City Zoning Ordinance, a conditional rezoning request is where a property owner may offer conditions related to the use and development of the land as part of a rezoning. The applicant/property owner has submitted a letter to the Planning Commission, dated December 15, 2025, that outlines one proposed condition which is being voluntarily offered by the applicant: “The property is currently used as a Duplex, and if rezoned would only be utilized as a Duplex or Single-Family residence.” The process for reviewing a conditional rezoning request is the same as a traditional rezoning request, including a public hearing held by the Planning Commission. After holding the public hearing, the Planning Commission would make a recommendation for or against the request to City Council. At a regular meeting, the City Council would take final action on the request. In accordance with Section 154.030,(F), if the offered condition is approved by the City Council as part of the rezoning, the condition will need to be incorporated into a formal written statement of conditions that will be recorded with the Genesee County Register of Deeds. That condition will be binding upon the current property owner and all future property owners. A detailed conditional rezoning review letter is enclosed (Wade Trim planning consultant review letter dated December 29, 2025). Requested action: A public hearing has been scheduled for the January Planning Commission meeting to hear citizen comments on the request, with due notice given according to State law. After holding the public hearing, the Planning Commission should consider the conditional rezoning request. In reviewing the conditional rezoning request, the Planning Commission is to utilize the review standards outlined in Section 154.030,(E) of the City Zoning Ordinance. These standards are listed below: a. Whether the proposed rezoning is consistent with the goals, policies, and future land use map of the city’s Master Plan;  b. The compatibility of all the potential uses allowed in the proposed zoning district with surrounding land uses and zoning districts in terms of land suitability, impacts on the environment, density, and influence on property values; c. Whether any public services and facilities would be significantly adversely impacted by a development or use allowed under the requested rezoning. Consideration of impact on drains and roads is specifically required; and d. Whether the uses allowed under the proposed rezoning would be equally or better suited to the area than uses allowed under the current zoning of the land. The City Council has final authority for the approval of conditional rezonings; therefore, the Planning Commission would forward a recommendation of approval or denial to the City Council. City Planner’s recommendation: Refer to the findings outlined in the Wade Trim review letter dated December 29, 2025. Motion template: With regard to the request submitted by property owner Noah Morgan to rezone 1013 North Bridge Street from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District, and in consideration of the condition voluntarily offered by the applicant in his letter dated December 15, 2025, I move to forward a recommendation of ____________________ [approval or denial] to the City Council, upon a finding that the conditional rezoning request ____________________ [does or does not] satisfy the review standards of Section 154.030,(E) of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance, specifically _________________________________________________. [note the specific standards (a through d) that the request does or does not satisfy] Attachments: Rezoning application and supporting materials, dated December 8, 2025 Wade Trim review letter dated December 29, 2025  Wade Trim Associates, Inc. 500 Griswold Street, Suite 2500 • Detroit, MI 48226 313.961.3650 • www.wadetrim.com December 29, 2025 City of Linden 132 East Broad Street Linden, MI 48451 Attention: Planning Commission Re: Conditional Rezoning Request, LS to R-3 District Noah Morgan / 1013 North Bridge Street Wade Trim Job No.: LDN6200-25D, Task 400 Dear Commissioners: The applicant and property owner, Noah Morgan, is requesting the conditional rezoning of an approximately 0.19-acre property located at 1013 North Bridge Street, from the LS, Local Service District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District. For your reference, below is a table summarizing the key facts pertaining to this request. Summary of Facts Property Address: 1013 North Bridge Street Applicant/Property Owner: Noah Morgan Property ID: 61-20-502-003 Project Location: West side of North Bridge Street, north of the railroad tracks Property Size: 8,276.4 square feet (0.19 acres) Property Frontage: Approximately 15 feet on North Bridge Street Current Use of Property: Single-family dwelling Existing Zoning of Property: LS, Local Service District Proposed Zoning of Property: R-3, Single Family Residential District Future Land Use Designation Office of Property: Please refer to the enclosed Aerial Photo Exhibit PROJECT BACKGROUND The subject site currently contains a residential principal structure and detached accessory garage. According to the applicant, the structure has been occupied for residential use for over 125 years; before 2015, it was occupied as a duplex, but as of today, it is occupied for single-family use. The property’s current zoning (LS, Local Service District) does not allow residential use; therefore, the current use of the property as a single-family dwelling is non-conforming. City of Linden December 29, 2025 Page 2 The applicant is seeking this rezoning to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District to make the residential use of the structure a conforming use. The R-3 District allows single-family dwellings as a principal permitted use and two-family dwellings as a special land use. Allowed by State-law and Section 154.030 of the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance, a conditional rezoning request is where a property owner may offer conditions related to the use and development of the land as part of a rezoning. The applicant/property owner has submitted a letter to the Planning Commission, dated December 15, 2025, that outlines one proposed condition which is being voluntarily offered by the applicant: “The property is currently used as a Duplex, and if rezoned would only be utilized as a Duplex or Single-Family residence.” The process for reviewing a conditional rezoning request is the same as a traditional rezoning request, including a public hearing held by the Planning Commission. After holding the public hearing, the Planning Commission would make a recommendation for or against the request to City Council. At a regular meeting, the City Council would take final action on the request. In accordance with Section 154.030,(F), if the offered condition is approved by the City Council as part of the rezoning, the condition will need to be incorporated into a formal written statement of conditions that will be recorded with the Genesee County Register of Deeds. That condition will be binding upon the current property owner and all future property owners. CONDITIONAL REZONING REVIEW We have reviewed the conditional rezoning request in consideration of the existing land use pattern, existing and proposed zoning pattern, master plan recommendations, and sound planning principles. We offer the following findings for your consideration: Existing Land Use Conditions The 0.19-acre subject site features an existing residential structure that is occupied for single-family residential use. Several properties adjacent to the subject site to the north are also residential structures, but with office use on the ground level and upper-story residential units. Other properties in the immediate vicinity which front North Bridge Street are occupied by a combination of office, personal service, and commercial uses. North Bridge Street is designated as a City Major roadway in the City of Linden 2023 Master Plan. According to the Master Plan, the subject site is currently served by both public water and public sewer. Existing and Proposed Zoning The subject site is currently zoned LS, Local Service District. The stated intent of the LS District, as established in Section 154.048,(D),(1) of the Zoning Ordinance, is as follows: The district is designed primarily for the convenience of persons residing in the city by providing office, limited retail, and business service uses that serve the adjacent and surrounding neighborhoods. It is the purpose of these regulations to permit development of the enumerated functions in a manner which is compatible with uses in the surrounding area. To these ends, certain uses are excluded which would function more effectively in other districts. The properties to the north of the subject site along the west side of North Bridge Street are also zoned LS District. Additional properties fronting North Bridge Street in this vicinity are zoned GC, General Commercial District. The applicant is proposing to rezone the subject site from the LS District to the R-3, Single-Family Residential District. The stated intent of the R-3 District, as listed in Section 154.048,(A),(1) of the Zoning Ordinance, is as follows: City of Linden December 29, 2025 Page 3 These districts are provided for in those areas of the city served by public water and a public sanitary sewer and where the principal use is intended to be single-family dwellings developed at various lot sizes. In addition to the dwellings permitted in this zoning district, certain non-residential and public uses may be permitted through special use approval. Master Plan Recommendations The 2023 City of Linden Master Plan has indicated that the subject site is future planned for Office use. In describing the Office future land use classification, page 64 of the Master Plan indicates the following: This land use classification is intended for low intensity, single story office uses. Specifically, it is envisioned that professional offices such as medical, dental, financial and personal services would be preferred uses. Lands within this classification are found in three small concentrations within the city: immediately south of downtown along South Bridge Street; at the southwest corner of West Broad Street and Hyatt Lane; and, along North Bridge Street near East Rolston Road. We have also reviewed the Goals and Objectives chapter of the Master Plan to identify any planning goals and policies which may be pertinent to this rezoning request. We note the following pertinent goals/policies: • While protecting the essential qualities of established neighborhoods, provide varied and high quality housing types needed by persons of all ages, incomes, and household sizes (Vibrant Residential Neighborhoods Goal) • Support affordable housing opportunities that are consistent with market conditions. (Vibrant Residential Neighborhoods Objective #4) • Retain existing businesses and promote the development of new businesses in defined locations that provide needed employment, goods, and services for residents, visitors, and workers. (Thriving Economy and Business Districts Goal) • As new commercial and mixed-use development occurs, consider upper floors for resident populations (Thriving Economy and Business Districts Objective #2) Findings Based on the above analysis, we offer the following findings: 1. The residential structure on the subject site has been operated exclusively for residential use (single-family and/or duplex) for many years. A rezoning to the R-3 District would not change or impact the established character of the area. 2. In the long-term, the City’s currently adopted Master Plan envisions the subject site for future office use as part of the North Bridge Street business district. Like the properties immediately adjacent to the north, the Master Plan would also support ground level office use with upper story residential use. 3. The proposed rezoning to the R-3 District does not accomplish the long-term goal of promoting office and/or mixed-use within the North Bridge Street business district. However, the Planning Commission may consider conditional R-3 District zoning as a short-term solution to allow for the single-family residential use to continue while supported by market demand. City of Linden December 29, 2025 Page 4 If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 313.961.3650 or by e-mail at ayoung@wadetrim.com. Very truly yours, Wade Trim Associates, Inc. Adam C. Young, AICP Professional Planner ACY: LDN 6200-25D, Task 400 20251229_1013 N Bridge Conditional Rezoning Rvw-Ltr.docx Enclosure: Aerial Photo Exhibit  Zoned LS Animal hospital Personal service Zoned GC Office with residential above Zoned LS Zoned SUBJECT GC Office with SITE residential above 61-20-502-003 Auto repair 0.19 ac. Single-family dwelling Bridge St Commercial building Lawn and garden supply store Zoned GC Zoned GC Dental office (under construction) Zoned GC 1013 N. Bridge Street Rezoning Exhibit Parcel and Aerial Source: Genesee County Equalization, 2015 and 2018. 0 50 100 Feet I POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT CITY OF LINDEN JANUARY 2026 COMPLAINTS TRAFFIC Larceny 0 Accidents M.D.O.P. 0 Property Damage 2 Juvenile Runaway 0 Injuries 0 Juvenile Offenses 1 Hit&Run 1 Assaults 0 Breaking & Entering 0 Citations- Radar 22 Domestic Violence 0 Citations- Other Passing 0 POLICE ASSISTS To From Exp & Susp License 3 Exp & Improper Plates 9 Argentine 0 0 No Proof of Insurance 11 Co. Sheriff 9 2 Seat Belts 1 MI State Police 0 0 O.U.I.L. (O.U.I.D.) 0 Fenton City 0 0 Disobey Traffic Signal 1 Defective Equipment 0 Warnings 41 RADIO CALLS- 92 ALL OTHER ARRESTS NON TRAFFIC CITATIONS Warrants 3 Stolen Vehicle 0 Felony Arrests 1 Recovered Vehicle 0 Misdemeanor Arrests 5 Minors in Possession- Alcohol 0 Lodged In Co. Jail 2 Parking 8 Possession- Narcotics 0 Reckless/Careless Driving 0 Loud Music 0 Ordinance Violation 0 BUSINESS CHECKS- 542 VACATION CHECKS- 24 MEDICAL ASSISTS- 8 Chief Scott D. Sutter  City of Linden Police Department Code Enforcement CODE ENFORCEMENT Date: 1-14-2026 Address: Broad and Hickory Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: Car parked illegally. Made contact with owner who moved the car. Date: 1-15-2026 Address: 200 Hyatt Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: Complaint of resident feeding the deer. Advised them of the oridnance and gave a copy to them. Date: 1-17-2026 Adress: 600 Bush Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: Dog off of leash. Advised owner of the law. Date: 1-22-2026 Address: 100 Laura Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: Loose dog, located dog and advised owner. Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 110 E. Broad Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: sidewalk not shoveled. Advised owner of the ordinance. Police Page 1 2/18/2026  City of Linden Police Department Code Enforcement Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 103 N. Bridge Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: sidewalk not shoveled. Advised owner of the ordinance. Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 123 N. Bridge Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: sidewalk not shoveled. Advised owner of the ordinance. Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 105 N. Bridge Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: sidewalk not shoveled. Advised owner of the ordinance. Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 205 N. Bridge Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Action taken: sidewalk not shoveled. Advised owner of the ordinance. Date: 1-28-2026 Address: 120 N. Bridge Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Actions Taken: vehicle parked over handicap lines due to snow. Owner moved the vehicle. Police Page 2 2/18/2026  City of Linden Police Department Code Enforcement Date: 1-31-2026 Address: 600 Cherry Violation(s) Yes: or No: Comments/Actions Taken: animal complaint, checked ok. Police Page 3 2/18/2026 Fire Department January 2026 Monthly Report Chief’s Notes We responded to a total of 28 calls for the month of January with 16 of them being EMS. Other calls consisted of 1 fire alarm, , 2 gas odor investigation, 1 wire down call, 1 PI accident and 7 assist for mutual aid. I have included our 2025 annual activity report for your review. It is broken down on call types and a comparative against the year 2024. Please reach out to me if anyone has any questions about our past year. We conducted our annual Christmas and awards dinner at the Linden Hotel. We presented service awards, Firefighter of the year and Chiefs award, and congratulations to the recipients. I appreciate all the time and effort every member gave throughout the year with training sessions and attending the emergencies our residents called us to respond to. As always if you have any questions, you can call me directly or email any concerns or comments. Respectfully submitted, Brian Will Fire Department January 2026 Monthly report APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT E12- No report or repairs E11- No report or repairs R16- No report or repairs U-17- No report or repairs Fire Station No report Training We conducted 2 training sessions this month as usual. Our first session was practicing different methods of using our jaws. Each member tried to pickup a ballon and move it to another location with the jaws and not drop it. We also used an egg to grab and move without breaking it. It sharpens their control and operational skills along with making it some friendly competition with the troops. Our second session was watching a video on basement fires and the risk they can have when fighting these types of fires. The protocols gave us tips and options and got everyone aware and on the same page of operations. Personnel No report  DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Memorandum _____________________________________________________________________________________ To: Ellen Glass, City Manager From: Don Grice, Director of Public Works Date: February 17, 2026 Re: DPW Monthly Report to Council In addition to routine responsibilities, the Department of Public Works has accomplished the following over the past two months. • Received and staked out over 40 Miss Dig tickets throughout the community. • Dispense 5+ tons of cold- patch on surface roads and parking lots. • Work with residents on leak detections. • Change out water meters as needed. • Loose Center work: o Daily cleaning (M-F). o Assist with table and chair set ups. o Install new TV monitors in annex. o Install window film on storage room door. • Work with contractors, engineers, and architects on Mill Building Project. o Foundation work on the south side of the building has been completed, and the area is currently being backfilled. o The coffer dam is installed, and dewatering will begin to prepare the area for excavation. Once excavated, we will be able to determine the amount of work necessary to stabilize the foundation on the river side. o Now that the east as south walls have been stabilized, the masonry contractor is working on tuckpointing the existing stone foundation.  • Complete and submit MS4 Stormwater annual permit application. • Haul excess snow from downtown and community cul-de-sacs. • Work with contractor to design and prep for the installation of a new office space at City Hall. Respectfully submitted, Don Grice ____________________________________________________________________________________ To: Ellen Glass, City Manager From: Tessa Sweeney, Director of Senior Services & Community Engagement Date: February 18, 2026 Re: Loose Monthly Report to Council-February 2026 In addition to our routine programming, please see the following updates from the past month: • Facility & Operations: o Following discussion at the February 9 City Council meeting, the purchase of bookshelves has been made and once received with the help of DPW they will be assembled and ready for use. Staff is also exploring a partnership with an Eagle Scout to build a “Free Little Library” to be placed outdoors for book exchanges. o Regarding books, the City continues its partnership with the Genesee District Library, which provides extensive public and senior services, including outreach and homebound resources. Although the Linden branch is temporarily closed, services remain available through the Fenton branch, and residents are encouraged to utilize these tax-supported resources. o In response to transportation feedback from the last meeting, the Mass Transportation Authority (MTA) partnered with the Loose Center to provide a shuttle on Monday, February 23: • 10:00 a.m. pickup at the Loose Center to the Fenton Library • 12:00 p.m. return pickup from the library to the Loose Center o Staff continues to evaluate options for housing the pool table while maintaining efficient operations. The storage area will remain designated for storage, as originally designed and previously used before the sunroom became non- operational. From an operational standpoint, both the pool table and book storage previously had very limited usage relative to the space required. The pool table had been placed in the storage area. This space is also necessary for the Medical Loan Closet, which includes wheelchairs, shower chairs, toilet risers, and other assistive devices loaned to members. Staff have temporarily stored items in their offices to continue offering this service. Maintaining adequate storage capacity remains essential. o Loose is currently seeking a new Medicare counselor for the upcoming open enrollment period, as Ann Walker would like to transition into retirement, planned for the next year. o Monthly Coffee & Conversations for open forum to come and be heard will begin to be advertised in April in the newsletter. Invitations will also be extended to the County Commissioner and State Representative Mike Mueller to gauge interest in attending future sessions. As background, back on October 6, an informal open forum was previously held during Euchre from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m; no comments were received. o Dotti will transition to part-time beginning May 4, she will continue instructing yoga and assisting the center. Yoga will remain the same, except for Mondays, those classes will move to 5:00 p.m.  o A community member has proposed hosting a public board game night. Participants will bring their own games; the featured game mentioned was Hanabi. This free event is tentatively scheduled for Monday, March 9, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the annex. o Loose provided the space to Hannah from Greenlight Innovation to host a free business panelist for the community businesses first thing in the morning. This had a great turn out and there was many local faces from throughout the community that attended. The next panelist will be May 21 starting at 8:00 a.m. o At the last council meeting a councilor mentioned that persons in wheel chairs were having difficulty reaching sign in computers. Staff has move a sign in computer to make it more accessible. • Genesee County Senior Services: o The Genesee County Board of Commissioners established the Genesee County Senior Services Task Force on a temporary, one-year basis to assess the needs of residents aged 60 and older throughout Genesee County. The Senior Task Force has reached out to every Director seeking input on the needs of seniors in Genesee County. This information they are requesting is to focus specifically on the unmet needs for seniors; underserved needs for seniors; gaps in services for seniors. • Friends of the Loose Center o The Friends of the Loose center will compose of Chelsea Mills, Pat Lockwood, Joe Jenio, and LuAnn Easlick. One additional member is being recruited to fill the remaining position and will share further updates in my department report as they become available. The meeting is scheduled for February 25 at 9:00 a.m. • Community Events & Partnerships: o January Volunteer Brunch was a success with a wonderful turn out from the volunteers, these volunteers were chosen from those that had helped Dotti with Loose special events over the year. Thank you to our sponsor of Vicinia Gardens o “Sweet” Comedy Show 120 attendees enjoyed a performance by Billy Ray Bauer. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Sponsors included Jeff Blum – Linden State Farm, American House of Grand Blanc, Symphony of Linden, Charter Senior Living of Linden, and Vascular Institute of Michigan. o AARP Tax Program: Free public tax preparation has begun; approximately 300 individuals are expected to be served this year. o Community Food January event was cancelled due to snow, but will resume this month. o Fridays at Applewood: As requested at a past meeting that Applewood seminars be more present in the newsletter, for the upcoming event on there has been no one that signed up for the “Estate Sales & Auction: What you need to know.” o Mass Transportation Authority: In feedback from the individuals, MTA has partnered with Loose to provide a shuttle ride on Monday, February 23 at 10am pick up at the Loose center going to the Fenton Library and the return ride pick up at 12pm from the library going to the Loose center for those that are needing transportation.  o Senior Winter Games: This year Loose hosted pickleball and walking. Pickleball had 7 teams in both the women and men’s categories. Additionally, walking had about over have the overall people attending making the attendance lower than the sign ups. Overall, it was a great day spent at the Linden Multi-purpose center and thank you to Linden Community Schools for hosting the Senior Winter games. o Genesee District Library Partnership We are continuing our collaboration with GDL and have confirmed the following, these programs are FREE and open to the public: • Making Maple Syrup-Monday, February 23 @ 1pm • Oddities & Rarities-Monday, March 23 @ 1pm • The Wreck of Edmund Fitzgerald-Monday, April 6 @ 9:30am • Classic K9 Dancing Dogs-Tuesday, April 21 @ 4pm • UFOs Over Michigan-Monday, May 4 @ 1pm • Cooking with Ming: Cooking with Ming: Stir-fried Udon Noodles- Monday, May 18 @ 9:30am o Southern Lakes Park & Recreation: • The annual report will be presented at the next board meeting in accordance with the partnership agreement. • Travel: o Upcoming: • Casino Trip: Fire Keepers; FULL (0 spots remaining) • Butterflies in Bloom; 10 spots remaining Reporting Period: October 1, 2025- September 30, 2026 Total visitors: 1266 Linden/Argentine: 552 Gaines:27 Fenton City/Township: 461 Goodrich: 0 Flint: 23 Grand Blanc: 50 Flushing: 11 Swartz Creek: 51 Byron: 20 Holly: 29 Howell: 8 Other Out of County: 17 Other in County: 17 Upcoming Events: • How to Tap a Maple Tree: Monday, February, 23 1:00 p.m. • Community Food: Thursday, February 26, 2026 3:00-5:00 p.m. • St Patrick’s Day Dinner & Show: Thursday, March 12 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. • Oddities & Rarities-Monday, March 23 at 1pm Respectfully submitted, Tessa Sweeney Director of Senior Service & Community Engagement Attachments: 1. January Activity Report  A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X 1 2025/2026 SENIOR MILLAGE Number of New Senior Participants During This Activity Period: 140 2 MONTHLY ACTIVITY LOG Cumulative Duplicated Senior Participants: 0 Senior Center Name: Loose Senior Center Month: January 1 through January 31, 2026 Cumulative Number of Unduplicated Senior Participants Year to Date: 3 1043 4 Socialization Activities Education Activities Health Activities Nutrition Activities Transportation Activities Social Services Outreach Volunteerism/Planning # of # of # of # of # of # of # of Activity Senior Activity Senior Activity Senior Activity Senior Activity Senior Activity Senior Activity # of Activity Hours of 5 Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Persons Activity Title Frequency Units Activity Title Frequency Service Arthritis Exercise 6 Bingo 1 19 Cooking with Ming 1 7 10:30 7 87 Volunteer Brunch 1 17 Alzheimers Support 1 5 Chorus 12 Arthritis Exercise 7 Bus Trip 1 23 Book Club 1 11 9:15 7 65 Food Pantry 5 125 Ask a Lawyer 1 4 Greeting Cards 3 3 Medicare/Madicaid/ 8 Euchre 7 64 Crochet/Knitting 5 12 Beginner Pickleball 4 37 Lunch 177 MiCafe 5 13 MMAP/MiCAFE 7 21 Beginner Line 9 Euchre Tournament 1 14 Jewelry Class 1 8 Dancing 4 19 Grief Support 2 5 Special Events 1 6 10 Garden Club 0 0 Happy Stampers 1 3 Blood Pressure 2 6 Puzzles 17 47 Neuropathy 11 Mahjong 4 18 Education 1 7 Cardio/Aerobic 4 75 Veteran Support 1 7 12 Newsletter 20 73 Loose Chorus 5 34 Chair Yoga 8 61 Loan Closet 17 11 13 Office Visit 20 205 Painting 3 8 Gentle Flow Yoga 11 158 Secreatary of State 1 23 Out of County 14 Membership 20 3 Quilting 5 8 Health Fair 1 20 Dementia Support 1 Intermediate Line 15 Pinochle 4 25 Wood Carving 4 10 Dance 4 12 16 Tax Form pick up 3 83 Lunch and Learn 1 9 Massage 2 13 Strength & Balance- 17 Movie 1 25 IVY 4 39 18 Pickleball 5 51 19 Strength & Balance 5 33 20 Drums Alive 1 12 21 Tia Chi 3 15 22 Hearing Screening 1 3 23 24 25 Total Total Total Total Social Total Volunteer/ 82 552 28 117 Total Health 73 706 Total Nutrition 6 319 0 0 46 115 Total Outreach 0 0 11 42 Socialization Education Transportation Services Planning 26 Record yearly UNDUPLICATED programming in this section. Use the same programming definitions as on page one. Education Programs Health Programs Social Services Level 2 (6) Level 3 (10) Level 2 (10) Level 3 (14) Level 2 (6) Level 3 (10) Wood Carving Arthritis Exercise Class 9:30 Alzhemier Support Book Club Arthritis Exercise Class 10:30 Ask a Lawyer Crochet Beginner Pickleball Loan Closet Quilting Beginner Line Dance Grief Support Knitting Health Fair Secretary of State Jewlery Cardio/Aerobic MiCAFE Loose Chorus Chair Yoga Dementia Support Painting Gentle Flow Yoga Veteran Support Happy Stampers Strengh & Balance Puzzles Cooking with Ming Intermediate Line Dance Neuro Education Massage Strength & Balance IVY Pickleball Drums Alive -