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CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: LOOSE SENIOR CENTER, 707 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, LINDEN, MI 48451 Monday, July 13, 2026 6:30 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE C. ROLL CALL & INTRODUCTIONS a. Excuse Absent Member(s) D. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. Dotti Tynes Program Coordinator - Retirement, By: Tessa Sweeney E. CORRESPONDENCE F. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals wishing to speak will be called upon utilizing the completed Public Comment Cards. Remarks should be addressed to the presiding officer and is not time for debate, but for comments or questions for Council and/or Staff to answer or research. Questions will be answered during the meeting if the information is readily available. If answers are not available during the meeting, Council or Staff will contact the individual within one week or 7 business days, or when the information becomes available. No person shall have the right to speak more than once on any particular subject until all persons wishing to be heard on that subject have the opportunity to speak. G. CONSENT AGENDA a. City Council Meeting Minutes from June 22, 2026 b. Planning Commission Vacancy Appointment: Robert Glover c. Application to Use Public Property - Linden Community Schools: October 16, 2026 d. Application to Use Public Property – LAFF Pathway Pancake Fundraiser: October 18, 2026 e. Financial Reports H. DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Resolution No. 11-26 Mosquito Ballot Language Approval b. Housing Readiness Zoning Ordinance Amendments I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ITEMS a. Monthly Grant Updates: All Pending & Newly Applied for Grants (Written on Regular Meeting Agendas Only) b. Meeting Recording c. Contract Statuses - Museum and Library in Mill Building d. Loose Van Update e. Comment Cards Update f. Restriping Presentation J. MANAGER’S UPDATE 1|P a g e Linden City Council Meeting Agenda: July 13, 2026  K. COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS L. CLOSED SESSION M. ADJOURNMENT 2|P a g e Linden City Council Meeting Agenda: July 13, 2026  CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL: NOTICE OF QUORUM MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, an anticipated quorum of the Linden City Council will be present to take part in a group tour of the Community Garden on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. This tour will be held at the Community Garden, which is located behind the Loose Senior Center at 707 North Bridge Street, Linden, Michigan, 48451. Upon conclusion of the garden tour, the City Council Work Session meeting scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. will commence. The meeting will be held within the Loose Senior Center located at 707 North Bridge Street, Linden, Michigan, 48451. Please contact the City Clerk by phone at (810) 735-7980 or email: clerk@lindenmi.us should you have any questions concerning this notice or requests for accommodations. Posted: 6/29/2026  CITY OF LINDEN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 11, 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 6:30 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. City Council Present: Mayor Elizabeth Armstrong, Brad Dick, Tom Hicks, Denise Miller, Brenda Simons Absent: Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Link, Pam Howd Others Present: Ellen Glass, City Manager; Brian Will, Fire Chief; Don Grice, Director of Public Works; Tessa Sweeney, Director of Senior Services & Community Engagement; Brooke Card, City Treasurer; Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk; Nicole Weissenborn, Deputy Clerk; Chris Stritmatter, City Attorney a. Excuse Absent Member(s) Armstrong excused Link and Howd. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. CORRESPONDENCE None. PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment about affordable public housing for seniors and reasoning, as well as past plans for housing option on Loose property. Public comment on approval of raises, reasoning, discussion last meeting and asked about next year. Public comment on scooter concerns; meeting and Councilor conduct; and Mayor posting online. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 Page 1 of 4 Public comment on gentle flow yoga instructor replacement; requested permission to use a recording until we find someone to continue and reasoning. Public comment about blocked sidewalks and next step after 911 calls; Loose classes; yoga instructor and reasoning. Public comment on board applications; Mayor post online; previous submitted application and reasoning. Armstrong explained public comment procedure. Public comment from board member of Forest Ridge Glens HOA; discussed correspondence regarding development, referenced handout provided to Council; FOIAs; City Engineer; further reviewed correspondence and shared concerns with project. Staff addressed public comments. Councilors addressed public comment regarding wages. CONSENT AGENDA (A) City Council Meeting Minutes from June 8, 2026 (B) Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board City Council Representative Reappointment: Mayor Elizabeth Armstrong (C) Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation Representative Reappointment: Councilor Denise Miller (D) Financial Reports Motion by Hicks, second by Dick to approve the consent agenda. Roll call. Motion carried 5-0. AYES: Dick, Miller, Hicks, Simons, Armstrong NAYS: None ABSENT: Link, Howd UNFINISHED BUSINESS (A) Monthly Grant Updates: All Pending & Newly Applied for Grants Armstrong and Glass briefly discussed grants list with updates. (B) Meeting Recording Miller and staff discussed equipment timeline. (C) Contract Statuses - Museum and Library in Mill Building Glass explained no additional updates. (D) Loose Van Update Glass explained no additional updates. (E) Comment Cards Update Glass explained no additional updates. NEW BUSINESS (A) Resolution No. 10-26 Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendments Glass reviewed purpose. No public comment was received. Council and staff discussed. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 Page 2 of 4 Motion by Miller, second by Dick to accept Resolution No. 10-26. Roll call. Motion carried 5-0. AYES: Armstrong, Simons, Dick, Miller, Hicks NAYS: None ABSENT: Link, Howd (B) 2026 Tax Request L-4029 Glass reviewed the topic. Public comment about the document and the budget, Card addressed. Motion by Hicks, second by Simons to approve the 2026 Tax Request L-4029. Roll call. Motion carried 5-0. AYES: Hicks, Armstrong, Miller, Dick, Simons NAYS: None ABSENT: Link, Howd (C) Resolution No. 11-26 Mosquito Ballot Language Approval Glass reviewed reasoning for agenda item, discussion only at this time. Public comment about this agenda discussion item and language, Glass addressed. Council and staff discussed millage rate and November ballot deadline. (D) Decorum and Ethics Public comment from Deputy Clerk about experience from Mayor’s social media post; reviewed timeline of events; policy and process adhered to; shared events experienced and statements made. Miller explained reasoning for agenda topic and discussed DDA meeting recording; shared experiences; statements made; concerns; feelings; getting information; and not returning to DDA Board. Miller left the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Miller returned to the meeting at 7:22 p.m. Brief discussion regarding public comment. Armstrong addressed public comment from Deputy Clerk; statement posted on Facebook and reasoning for social media post. Simons asked if there is an ethics complaint, Michael Gildner, City Attorney, confirmed no violation. Miller apologized and Armstrong apologized and shared further comments. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT Glass provided a verbal update on the following items: • Fiscal year end • Tax bills and utility billing • Shared brief projects update CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 Page 3 of 4 CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT None. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Armstrong thanked the Departments for their reports which included reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, Department of Public Works and Fire Department. COUNCIL COMMENTS Simons and Glass discussed upcoming retirement for Dotti. Simons commented on budget workshops. Hicks commented on past year and recent happenings. Dick commented on Fire Department report and fire trucks, brief discussion with Chief Will. Miller commented on fire truck and previous meetings discussion, Glass and Will addressed. Miller further commented on scooter concerns and asked about workshop, Gildner addressed working with Chief Sutter on proposed ordinance. Hicks commented on a nearby city addressing motorized vehicles; also commented on pre-owned fire trucks, brief discussion with Will. Dick and Staff discussed MiDEAL, Sourcewell and quotes. CLOSED SESSION None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by Mayor Armstrong at 7:37 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, ________________________________________ Approved: ________________ Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 Page 4 of 4  MID-YEAR VACANCY APPOINTMENT Planning Commission Robert Glover  SPECIAL EVENT CHECKLIST The following items need to be addressed by applicant when a Special Event is being planned within the City of Linden. Please place an “X” beside all items that are applicable to this request, indicate “N/A” beside those items that do not apply, return one copy with application, retain one copy for your records. x ______ Complete applicable application/permit form and submit to the City at least 90 days prior to event. Include: - Location map (drawing) of area being used showing set-up of all equipment, entrance and exit points, fencing and barricades, food and beverage booth, tents or trucks, handicap parking, entertainment locations (stage, bands, music), and any other pertinent information. - Date(s) and Times of Event. - Hold Harmless Agreement. - Insurance Certificate listing City of Linden as an Additional Insured. x ______ File an Application for any additional Signage which will be requested. x ______ Food/Beverage being served? If yes, make necessary arrangements with Genesee County Health Department for Required Permits. If alcohol will be served, list location(s). x ______ Additional Trash Receptacles required? If yes, must be arranged by the applicant. x ______ Barricades required? If yes, applicant is responsible to make request for specific location. Applicant must get clearance from Linden Schools Transportation Dept. if closure is on school days and prior to 5:00 p.m. x ______ Clean-Up of area to be responsibility of the applicant. N/A ______ Inflammables provided? List type and location. N/A ______ Porta-Johns requested? If yes, applicant is responsible for receipt and return of same. Must show on map (drawing) proposed location(s). Most provide handicap accessible restroom. N/A ______ Parking and Shuttles provided? Please describe. N/A ______ Electrical Power source required? If yes, responsibility of applicant to provide. N/A ______ Audio Equipment required? If yes, responsibility of applicant to arrange. Note: The application may require the approval of the Police Chief and/or Fire Chief. Recommended that applicant meets with police chief to discuss security/parking. June 16, 2026 Date: ________________________ Sponsor/Applicant _____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Date of Event Sunday, Name of Event LAFF Pancake Breakfast October 18, 2026 ___________________  POLICY STREET CLOSURES OR WORK IN RIGHT-OF-WAY The following procedure will be utilized whenever an application is received for street closure or for work in the right-of- way not otherwise authorize. 1. Applicant must submit request to the City Council. 2. The City Council will set a date at which it will receive public comments on the request. 3. Applications will be referred to the City Manager for Staff input as well as comments from the Fire and Police Department. Notice will be given to property owners of City record adjacent to Street proposed for closure. 4. Applicant will include a map/description of the proposed area/event. 5. City Council will hear Staff, Citizens and Resident comments at the next Council meeting. 6. City Council will act on the application.  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 06/17/2026 - 07/07/2026 BANK CODE: SBGEN - STATE BANK (3140) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBGEN STATE BANK (3140) 06/19/2026 14145 GENESEE COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSI COUNTY WATER USE 4..29.26-5.27.26 64,347.73 WATER CCIF 2026 49,900.00 114,247.73 06/19/2026 14146 GENESEE CO ROAD COMMISSION CITY OF LINDEN ROAD MAINTENANCE MAY 202 605.12 CITY OF LINDEN SIGNAL MAINTENANCE MAY 2 522.50 1,127.62 06/19/2026 14147 ROWE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LINDEN MILL RESTORATION MAY 2026 180.00 E BROAD STREET RESURFACING MAY 2026 40,736.25 SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAY 2026 6,462.50 CITY OF LINDEN SERVICES-MAY 2026 2,831.25 2026 WATER RELIABILTY STUDY MAY 2026 6,771.25 56,981.25 06/19/2026 14148 PRINTING SYSTEMS AV BALLOT ENVELOPES 363.13 SECRECY ENVELOPES, STICKERS, ELECTION K 158.04 AV BALLOT RETURN ENVELOPES 339.61 860.78 06/19/2026 14149 DEWEYS AUTO CENTER, INC. AC REPAIRS TAHOE #5245 1,897.50 06/19/2026 14151 GENESEE VALLEY VAULT GRAVE OPENINGS: CONN, PORRITT 1,150.00 06/19/2026 14152 MICHIGAN HISTORIC PRESERVATIO ANNUAL DUES 2026 150.00 06/19/2026 14153 RELIANCE STANDARD LIFE INSURA EMPLOYEE SHORT TERM DISABILITY INS JULY 423.91 06/19/2026 14154 FENTON KAR WASH POLICE CAR WASHES 3.6.26-6.9.26 344.00 06/19/2026 14155 SME LINDEN MILLS PROJECT MAY 2026 2,968.85 06/19/2026 14156 CINTAS REFILL DPW 6.15.26 64.20 REFILL CITY HALL 6.15.26 8.03 72.23 06/19/2026 14157 SHARP FUNERAL HOME REIMBURSEMENT FOR GRAVE OPENING DAVIS O 100.00 06/19/2026 14158 WELLNOW URGENT CARE PRE EMPLOYMENT EXAM-TRENTON 105.00 06/19/2026 14159 VC3, INC MONTHLY SERVICE JUNE 2026 1,150.00 JUNE 2026 MICROSOFT 365 518.99 1,668.99 06/19/2026 14160 BLUE CARE NETWORK EMPLOYEE HEALTH JULY 2026 26,227.22 06/19/2026 14161 BRIGHTON ANALYTICAL L.L.C. WATER TESTING 180.00 WATER TESTING 360.00 540.00 07/07/2026 08:51 AM Page: 1/3  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 06/17/2026 - 07/07/2026 BANK CODE: SBGEN - STATE BANK (3140) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBGEN STATE BANK (3140) 06/19/2026 14162 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS FIBER INTERNET 6.13.26-7.12.26 650.00 MILL BUILDING 6.13.26-7.12.26 150.00 CITY HALL INTENET/CABLE 6.13.26-7.12.26 359.27 LCC INTERNET 6.13.26-7.12.26 109.99 1,269.26 06/19/2026 14163 DELTA DENTAL EMPLOYEE DENTAL JULY 2026 1,709.25 06/19/2026 14164 GENESEE COUNTY 468.10 06/19/2026 14165 JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOL QUARTERLY BILLING 7.1.26-9.30.26 599.36 06/19/2026 14166 STATE OF MICHIGAN SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL 43,815.98 06/19/2026 14167 VERIZON WIRELESS DEPARTMENT PHONE USE 4.24.26-5.23.26 1,224.46 06/26/2026 14168 GENESEE CO ROAD COMMISSION CITY OF LINDEN ROAD MAINTENANCE 2,204.11 06/26/2026 14169 ROWE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LINDEN MILL RESTORATION APRIL 2026 1,730.00 E. BROAD STREET APRIL 2026 53,638.75 55,368.75 06/26/2026 14170 MARTA WRIGHT MILEAGE 4.1.26-6.17.2026 ( HURLEY AND G 97.15 06/26/2026 14171 CITY OF FENTON CHOICE ONE PATHWAY 95,000.00 06/26/2026 14172 GENESEE VALLEY VAULT GRAVE OPENING PATRICIA DAVIS HARRIS 350.00 06/26/2026 14173 ACTION MUNICIPAL SUPPLY HAND TOWELS, TP, GLOVES, TRASH LINERS 1,386.30 06/26/2026 14174 GRAFF CHEVROLET-DURAND INC AC REPAIRS TAHOE #3390 374.01 06/26/2026 14175 DORNBOS SIGN, INC SIGNS W. ROSLTON ROAD PROJECT 158.15 06/26/2026 14176 BECKS PEST CONTROL PEST CONTROL MONTHLY 6.24.26 14.00 06/26/2026 14177 PFM FINANCIAL ADVISORS LLC 2026 WATER RATE ANALYSIS 5,044.23 06/26/2026 14178 PRIORITY WASTE, LLC TRASH SERVICE JULY 2026 23,763.06 06/26/2026 14179 FIRE CONTROL ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION CIT 80.00 ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION LCC 70.00 ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION DPW 85.00 235.00 06/26/2026 14180 IPROMOTEU NAME BADGES 87.39 06/26/2026 14181 THE UPS STORE #3351 PARKS YARD SIGNS-EVENTS X 4 354.41 06/26/2026 14182 BRIDGET FRITCHER REFUND DEPOSIT LCC RENTAL 6.20.2026 200.00 06/26/2026 14183 DESHONE, JILL DEPOSIT REFUND LCC RENTAL 6.21.2026 200.00 06/26/2026 14184 LOCKS KEYS & EMERGENCIES LLC KEY COMMUNITY CENTER 72.00 06/26/2026 14185 CHAPPLE ELECTRIC SERVICES LL LAMPPOST LIGHT REPAIRS 217.50 06/26/2026 14186 CHASE CARD SERVICE DEPARTMENT CHARGES 5.14.26-6.13.26 2,006.95 06/26/2026 14187 FENTON PRINTING WATER QUALITY REPORTS AND ENVELOPES 1,059.80 06/26/2026 14188 FRONTIER ARSENIC TREATMENT PLANT 6.16.26-7.15.26 100.31 06/26/2026 14189 R & R FIRE TRUCK REPAIR, INC. WATER LEVEL KIT 889.76 06/26/2026 14190 UNIQUE PAVING MATERIALS CORP COLD MIX 3,807.97 07/02/2026 14193 ROWE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LINDEN 2026 WATER RELIABLITY STUDY APRI 5,382.50 07/02/2026 14194 DEWEYS AUTO CENTER, INC. FIRE TRUCK E11 TIRES 3,310.82 AC REPAIRS #3390 2020 CHEVY TAHOE 2,163.14 COOLANT LEAKING #5245 CHEVY TAHOE 873.62 FIRE E-12 REPAIRS 7.1.26 3,710.68 07/07/2026 08:51 AM Page: 2/3  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 06/17/2026 - 07/07/2026 BANK CODE: SBGEN - STATE BANK (3140) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBGEN STATE BANK (3140) 10,058.26 07/02/2026 14195 MARTHA DONNELLY RETIREE HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT JULY 2026 446.08 07/02/2026 14196 GENESEE COUNTY DRAIN COUNTY SEWER USE 3.1.26-5.31.26 121,675.80 07/02/2026 14197 KRISTYN KANYAK MILEAGE 12.18.25-6.29.26 + LUNCH FOR TR 164.57 07/02/2026 14198 REBECCA VANDRIESSCHE RETIREE HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT JULY 2026 761.19 07/02/2026 14199 CHERYL TOMASZEWSKI REIBMURSE FOR TULIPS, PLANTERS, PLANT F 283.62 07/02/2026 14200 CHAMPS CLEANERS POLICE UNIFORM CLEANING 112.50 FIRE DEPT UNIFORM CLEANING 3.75 116.25 07/02/2026 14201 SHINE OF FENTON WINDOW CLEANING EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR 6 100.00 07/02/2026 14202 CINTAS HARD SURFACE DISINFECT 8.03 07/02/2026 14203 KORINE SCHULER REFUND EWP DEPOSIT 6.27.26 100.00 07/02/2026 14204 STEVEN BILLINGS REFUND DEPOSIT LCC RENTAL 6.27.26 200.00 07/02/2026 14205 EDWARD DUBUC RETIREE HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT JUNE 2026 824.80 07/02/2026 14206 SCOTT FAIRBANKS RETIREE HEALTH REIMBUREMENT JULY 2026 1,902.51 07/02/2026 14207 VERIZON WIRELESS-JP DPW JET PACKS 5.24.26-6.23.26 120.03 07/02/2026 14208 VERIZON WIRELESS PHONE USE 5.24.26-6.23.26 1,224.51 SBGEN TOTALS: Total of 61 Checks: 594,310.49 Less 0 Void Checks: 0.00 Total of 61 Disbursements: 594,310.49 $594,310.49 07/07/2026 08:51 AM Page: 3/3  CHECK REGISTER FOR CITY OF LINDEN CHECK DATE 06/16/2026 - 07/07/2026 BANK CODE: SBSRC - LOOSE SENIOR CENTER (4822) - CHECK TYPE: PAPER CHECK Check Date Check Vendor Name Description Amount Bank SBSRC LOOSE SENIOR CENTER (4822) 06/19/2026 14048 CONSUMERS ENERGY GAS/ELECTRIC LOOSE 4.30.26-5.31.26 1,188.61 06/19/2026 14049 RELIANCE STANDARD LIFE INSURA SHORT TERM DISABILITY JULY LOOSE 27.46 06/19/2026 14050 LINDA BUCKNAM LINE DANCING X 5 6.2.26-6.16.26 150.00 06/19/2026 14051 TGI DIRECT JUNE 2026 NEWSLETTER LOOSE 1,028.08 06/19/2026 14052 CINTAS REFILL LOOSE 6.15.2026 8.03 06/19/2026 14053 BLUE CARE NETWORK EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE JULY 2026 LOO 1,952.15 06/19/2026 14054 DELTA DENTAL DEPARTMENT DENTAL JULY 2026 LOOSE 145.83 06/19/2026 14055 VERIZON WIRELESS LOOSE PHONE CHARGES 4.24.26-5.23.26 185.50 06/26/2026 14056 BECKS PEST CONTROL MONTHLY PEST CONTROL 6.24.26 65.00 06/26/2026 14057 SHERMAN HEATING & COOLING FREEZER REAPIRS-LOOSE 437.50 06/26/2026 14058 IPROMOTEU NAME BADGES LOOSE 87.38 06/26/2026 14059 ZEHNDER'S OF FRANKENMUTH DEPOSIT FOR LOOSE SENIOR TRIP 11.30.202 200.00 06/26/2026 14060 CHASE CARD SERVICE LOOSE DEPARTMENT CHARGES 5.14.26-6.13.2 1,332.22 07/02/2026 14061 FIRE CONTROL ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION 70.00 07/02/2026 14062 SHERMAN HEATING & COOLING QUARTERLY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 7.1. 405.00 07/02/2026 14063 GWEN FANNON REIMBURSE FOR JUNK IN THE TRUNK BALLOON 16.00 07/02/2026 14064 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS CABLE/INTERNET LOOSE 6.10.26-7.9.26 375.80 07/02/2026 14065 HENRY SONDEREGGER TAI CHI 6.12, 6.19.26 60.00 07/02/2026 14066 XAVUS SOLUTIONS KEY TAGS 530.00 07/02/2026 14067 ELAIN DOBROWOLSKI REFUND FOR JUNK IN THE TRUNK-CANCELLATI 25.00 07/02/2026 14068 CINDY BLAKE REFUND FOR JUNK IN THE TRUNK-CANCELLATI 25.00 07/02/2026 14069 VERIZON WIRELESS LOOSE PHONE USE 5.24.26-6.23.26 185.50 07/02/2026 14070 TESSA SWEENEY MILEAGE 4.1.26-6.22.26 155.15 SBSRC TOTALS: Total of 23 Checks: 8,655.21 Less 0 Void Checks: 0.00 Total of 23 Disbursements: 8,655.21 General- $594,310.49 Loose- $8,655.21 Total: $602,965.70 07/07/2026 08:54 AM Page: 1/1  CITY OF LINDEN RESOLUTION NO. 11-26 A RESOLUTION APPROVING BALLOT LANGUAGE FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL WHEREAS, City electors previously approved a millage to finance mosquito control services; and WHEREAS, that millage is set to expire, and the City wishes to renew it, subject to voter approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Linden City Council approves the following millage renewal proposal: Shall the previously voted millage of .3688 mills (0.40 per $1,000 of taxable value) for the provision of mosquito control services be renewed and imposed upon all taxable property in the City of Linden in the amount of 0.3688 mills (0.3503 mills as reduced by the required millage rollbacks) for 4 years, 2027 through 2030? If the renewal millage is levied in its entirety, it is estimated that the 0.3503 mills would raise approximately $58,239.49 when first levied in 2027. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Genesee County Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to place this proposal on the ballot for the November 3, 2026 Election. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Linden, Michigan, this 27th day of July, 2026. YEAS: NAYS: ABSENT: RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED. ________________________ Elizabeth Armstrong, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________ Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk  CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the City Council of the City of Linden, County of Genesee, and State of Michigan, at a regularly scheduled meeting held this 27th day of July, 2026 and that notice of said meeting was given in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, as amended. ______________________ Kristyn Kanyak, City Clerk  132 E. Broad Street • Linden, MI 48451 • P.O. Box 507 Phone: (810) 735-7980 • Fax: (810) 735-4793 May 21, 2026 Linden City Council 132 E. Broad Street Linden, MI 48451 RE: Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments Dear Council Members: Background As you know, the Planning Commission, after holding a public hearing in October 2025, forwarded a recommended package of zoning ordinance amendments to the City Council for review. In March 2026, City Council incorporated numerous changes and referred the zoning amendments back to the Planning Commission to hold another public hearing. The Planning Commission held the public hearing on the revised amendments on May 4, 2026. After closing the hearing, the Planning Commission forwarded the revised package of amendments back to City Council for adoption. Revised Zoning Amendments in Ordinance Format Enclosed is the revised package of zoning ordinance amendments, dated May 21, 2026, in ordinance format, which is ready for adoption. This package of amendments incorporates the changes that City Council requested back in March 2026. Council Action to be Taken The City Council has final authority for the adoption of any zoning ordinance text amendment. Therefore, the City Council should consider and take final action on the proposed zoning ordinance amendments. Below is a template motion of adoption: In consideration of the Planning Commission’s recommendation of adoption, I move to adopt the proposed ordinance amending the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance pertaining to housing, including residential uses and residential care facilities. Please contact me at 313.961.3651 or ayoung@wadetrim.com if you have questions or would like further information. Sincerely, Adam Young, AICP, City Planner City of Linden PW\LDN6011\01D\Docs\Correspondence\20260521_CC Letter Housing Focused Zoning Ordinance Amendments.docx Enclosure: Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments in Ordinance Format  CITY OF LINDEN ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance amending the City of Linden Zoning Ordinance pertaining to housing, including residential uses and residential care facilities, with amendments to: Section 154.007 (Definitions); Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts); Section 154.090 (Adult Foster Care Facilities); new Section 154.101 (Townhouses); Section 154.138 (PUD Project Design Standards); Section 154.178 (Table of Off-Street Parking Requirements); and, new Section 154.203 (Single Family Dwelling as a Nonconforming Use). Key: Existing language to remain Existing language proposed to be deleted Existing language proposed to be added Wade Trim commentary/explanation THE CITY OF LINDEN ORDAINS THAT: Section 1. Amendment of Section 154.007 (Definitions) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.007, by adding new definitions to read as follows: ASSISTED LIVING. Housing facilities designed and typically limited to residents over a certain age, who, because of physical or other limitations, need special care and other services and where 24 hour personal care and congregate meals are provided. Facilities contain congregate kitchens, dining and living areas and separate sleeping rooms for residents. Operation of assisted living facilities provide special support services such as, assistance with personal care and daily living needs, transportation and limited medical care. ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. An unlicensed residential facility providing housing, two (2) or more group meals a day for compensation, incidental nursing or medical services and some or all of the following services: transportation, ambulatory assistance, prescription scheduling, laundry, housekeeping or shopping. Wade Trim Commentary: This term is not currently included within the zoning ordinance and should be added. An assisted living facility does not require State licensing. DWELLING, THREE-FAMILY. A building designed exclusively for occupancy by three (3) families living independently of each other. DWELLING, TOWNHOUSE. A self-contained single dwelling unit attached to a similar single dwelling unit with party or common walls, designed as part of a series Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 1  of three (3) or more dwelling units, each with: a separate entryway with direct access to the outdoors at ground level, a separate basement (where provided), a separate garage, separate utility connections and defined front yards. Townhouses may also be known as attached single-family dwelling units, row houses, clustered single family dwellings, or stacked ranches. Any three (3) or more attached dwellings not meeting the above criteria shall be considered a multiple-family dwelling. Wade Trim Commentary: These new definitions are proposed to account for these unique housing types. Section 2. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048, Subsection (A),(2),(f) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (A) R-1, R-2, and R-3, Single-Family Residential Districts. (2) Permitted uses. (f) Adult foster care small group homes between six and 12 persons and adult foster care large group homes subject to the provisions of § 154.090; Wade Trim Commentary: Due to their potential impacts on neighborhood character, adult foster care large group homes (13-20 residents) are not considered appropriate within the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts. Section 3. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048, Subsection (B),(2) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (B) R-4, Multiple-Family Residential District. (2) Permitted uses. (a) All permitted uses allowed in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts; and/or Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 2  (b) Multiple family dwellings and any use, building, or structure accessory thereto; (c) Elderly housing; and/or (d) (b) Two-family dwellings. Wade Trim Commentary: The City Council indicated that three-family dwellings and townhouses should only be allowed after special land use (SLU) review and approval in the R-4 District. Because multiple-family dwellings and elderly housing can be just as intensive or even more intensive than three-family dwellings and townhouses, we presume that the City Council also wants multiple-family dwellings and elderly housing subject to special land use (SLU) review and approval. Section 4. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048, Subsection (B),(3) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (B) R-4, Multiple-Family Residential District. (3) Special uses. (a) Group day care homes and day care centers subject to the provisions of § 154.089; (b) Adult foster care small group homes between six and 12 persons and adult foster care large group homes subject to the provisions of § 154.090; (c) Adult foster care congregate facilities subject to the standards of § 154.090; (d) Three-family dwellings; (e) Townhouses, subject to the standards of § 154.101; (f) Multiple-family dwellings and any use, building, or structure accessory thereto; (g) Elderly housing; Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 3  (d) (h) Nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and convalescent centers; and/or (e) (i) Sale of weapons. Wade Trim Commentary: Based on direction from the City Council, we are now showing three-family dwellings, townhouses, multiple-family dwellings, and elderly housing as being allowed in the R-4 District but only after special land use (SLU) review and approval. Section 5. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048, Subsection (C),(3),(a) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (C) R-5, Mobile Home Park Residential District. (3) Special uses. (a) All special uses allowed in the R-1, R-2, and R-3, and R-4 Districts; and/or Wade Trim Commentary: This wasn’t specifically discussed during the March 9, 2026 City Council work session. However, the City Council did indicate that three-family dwellings and townhouses should not be allowed in the R-5 District. Based on this direction from City Council, the reference to allowing all special land uses in the R-4 District would need to be deleted – this would prevent three-family dwellings and townhouses (and other multi-family residential types) from being allowed in the R-5 District. Section 6. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048, Subsection (E),(2),(a) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (E) GC, General Commercial District. (2) Permitted uses. Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 4  (a) All permitted and special uses allowed in LS Local Service District, except for joint working and living quarters; Wade Trim Commentary: This amendment is recommended to eliminate confusing/conflicting language. (For example, day care centers are allowed in the LS District as a special land use – the current language would thus allow day care centers as a permitted use in the GC District, yet day care centers are specifically listed as a special land use later in the GC District.) We also do not see a reason why joint working and living quarters should be prohibited within the GC District. Section 7. Amendment of Section 154.048 (Purposes and Uses within Zoning Districts) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.048,(E),(3) by adding a new Subsection (a) to read as follows: § 154.048 PURPOSES AND USES WITHIN ZONING DISTRICTS. (E) GC, General Commercial District. (3) Special uses. (a) All special uses allowed in LS Local Service District; [Subsections (a) through (n) will be re-lettered to (b) through (o)] Wade Trim Commentary: This amendment is recommended to eliminate confusing/conflicting language. (For example, day care centers are allowed in the LS District as a special land use – the current language would thus allow day care centers as a permitted use in the GC District, yet day care centers are specifically listed as a special land use later in the GC District.) We also do not see a reason why joint working and living quarters should be prohibited within the GC District. Section 8. Amendment of Section 154.090 (Adult Foster Care Facilities) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.090, Subsection (B) to read as follows: § 154.090 ADULT FOSTER CARE FACILITIES. (B) Application of regulations. Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 5  (1) A state licensed adult foster care small group home serving six persons or less and adult foster care family home shall be considered a residential use of property and a permitted use in all residential districts. (2) The Planning Commission may, by issuance of a special use permit, authorize the establishment of adult foster care small group homes serving between six and 12 persons and adult foster care large group homes serving between 13 and 20 in the following zoning districts: R-1; R-2; R-3; R-4; and R-5. (3) The Planning Commission may, by issuance of a special use permit, authorize the establishment of an adult foster care large group homes serving between 13 and 20 and adult foster care congregate facility facilities serving more than 20 adults in the R-4 District. Wade Trim Commentary: Due to their potential impacts on neighborhood character, adult foster care large group homes (13-20 residents) are not considered appropriate within the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts. They should only be allowed as a special use only within the R-4 District. Section 9. Add New Section 154.100 (Townhouses) to Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances by adding a new Section 154.100 to read as follows: § 154.100 TOWNHOUSES. Townhouses are subject to the following standards: (A) A townhouse development shall be serviced by municipal sewer. (B) Minimum lot area and lot frontage requirements shall be in accordance with the following standards: Each two-unit townhouse building site shall contain a minimum lot frontage of one hundred (100) feet and a minimum lot area of twenty thousand (12,000) square feet; Each three-unit townhouse building site shall contain a minimum lot frontage of one hundred fifty (150) feet and a minimum lot area of fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet; and, Each four-unit townhouse building site shall contain a minimum lot frontage of two hundred (200) feet and a minimum lot area of twenty thousand (20,000) square feet. (C) No townhouse shall be less than twenty-four (24) feet in width. (D) The distance between any two (2) structures within a townhouse development shall not be less than twenty-five (25) feet. Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 6  (E) Any townhouse development adjoining any single-family residential district or use shall be provided with a minimum twenty (20) foot wide greenbelt buffer planted with landscaped plants, the configuration and design of which is subject to the review of the Planning Commission. A greenbelt buffer shall also be provided along all street frontages which shall not be less than ten (10) feet in width. (F) Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with § 154.178. Wade Trim Commentary: These proposed provisions are intended to ensure that any new townhouse development will be appropriately integrated within the R-4 District. As a special land use, the Planning Commission could also attach conditions which are deemed necessary given the unique context of the request. Section 10. Amendment of Section 154.138 (Project Design Standards) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.138, Subsection (A),(1) to read as follows: § 154.138 PROJECT DESIGN STANDARDS. (A) Residential design standards. (1) The property shall be a minimum size of two acres one acre. Wade Trim Commentary: The city’s Master Plan outlines four “priority redevelopment sites” that “have significant potential for redevelopment and, if developed, would greatly contribute to the improvement of the community.” (These sites include the Evan’s Building, DPW Yard, Parkside, and Old Theater and are described on pages 66 through 73 of the Master Plan.) All four of these sites have the potential to accommodate some component of residential use. However, three of these four sites are less than two acres in size and would be disqualified from applying under the PUD option. This proposed amendment would lower the minimum parcel size qualification from two acres to one acre. Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 7 Section 11. Amendment of Section 154.178 (Table of Off-Street Parking Requirements) of Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances, Section 154.178, to read as follows: § 154.178 TABLE OF OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS. The amount of required off-street parking space for new uses or buildings, additions thereto, and additions to existing buildings shall be determined in accordance with the following table. Required No. of Per Each Unit of Measure as Use Parking Spaces Follows: Automotive Uses Automotive repair 3 Per each service stall, plus 1 per facilities and collision each employee at peak shift, plus 1 shops per each service vehicle Automobile service 1 Per each pump unit, plus 3 per stations with convenience each service stall, plus 1 per each store employee at peak shift, plus 1 per each 150 sq. ft. of floor area devoted to retail sales and customer service Automobile service 1 Per each pump unit, plus 3 per stations without each service stall, plus 1 per each convenience store employee at peak shift Car washes (automatic) 1 Per 200 sq. ft. of floor area of customer waiting and service areas, plus 1 per each vacuum station, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift, plus stacking spaces required per § 154.181 Car washes (self-serve) 1 Per each wash stall, plus 1 per each vacuum station, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift, plus stacking spaces required per § 154.181 Sales of automobile, boats, 1 Per each 200 sq. ft. of showroom mobile homes, farm floor area, plus 1 per each machinery, and other employee at peak shift, plus 1 per vehicles each service stall General Commercial Uses Bars/lounges 1 Per each 3 persons based upon the maximum occupancy load as Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 8  established by Fire and/or Building Codes, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Convenience stores and 1 Per 150 sq. ft. of floor area video stores Fast-food restaurants 1 Per each 125 sq. ft. of floor area, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift, plus stacking spaces required per § 154.181 Garden stores and 1 Per each 800 sq. ft. of floor area nurseries, farm supply and feed stores, building material sales Grocery stores, drugstores, 1 Per l50 sq. ft. of floor area and other self-serve retail establishments Lodging facilities 1 Per each guest bedroom, plus 1 per employee at peak shift, plus amount required for accessory uses, such as a restaurant or cocktail lounge Movie theaters 1 Per each 4 seats based on the maximum seating capacity, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Planned shopping center 1 Per 200 sq. ft. of floor area for the first 15,000 sq. ft., plus 1 per 250 sq. ft. of floor area in excess of 15,000 sq. ft. Retail sale of furniture, 1 Per each 150 sq. ft. of floor area, appliances, hardware plus 1 per each employee at the peak shift Retail stores, not 1 Per each 150 sq. ft. of floor area specifically enumerated specified herein herein Standard restaurants 1 Per each 3 seats, based on maximum occupancy per Building Code, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Industrial Uses Contractors office 1 Per each employee at peak shift Industrial or 1 Per each employee at peak shift, or manufacturing 1 per each 800 sq. ft. of floor area establishments (whichever is greater) Self-storage facilities 1 Per each employee at peak shift, plus 1 per each 250 sq. ft. of office Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 9  area Warehouses and storage 1 Per each employee at peak shift, or buildings 1 per each 2,000 sq. ft. of floor area (whichever is greater) Institutional Uses Child care center or 1 Per each 5 students, plus nursery schools Churches/other 1 Per each 3 seats based on institutions for religious maximum seating capacity in the worship main place of assembly therein, as established by Fire and/or Building Codes Day care homes 1 Per each employee and/or caregiver Elementary and middle 1 Per each teacher, plus 1 per each schools 25 students, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift, plus 1 per 3 seats for auditoriums, stadiums, and the like High schools, trade 1 Per each teacher, plus 1 per each schools, colleges, and 10 students, plus 1 per each universities employee peak shift, plus 1 per three seats for auditoriums, stadiums, and the like Hospitals 1 Per each 4 beds, plus 1 per staff doctor, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Libraries and museums 1 Per each 500 sq. ft. of floor area Nursing homes, assisted 1 Per each 5 beds, plus 1 per each living facilities, and staff doctor, plus 1 per each convalescent centers employee at peak shift Private clubs and lodges 1 Per each 3 individual members allowed within the maximum occupancy load as established by Fire and/or Building Codes Stadiums, sports arenas, 1 Per each 3 seats based on and auditoriums maximum seating capacity per Building Code Office and Service Uses Banks 1 Per each 200 sq. ft. of floor area, plus stacking spaces required per § 154.181 Barber and beauty shops 3 Per each chair Business and professional 1 Per each 200 sq. ft. of floor area offices Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 10  Funeral home or mortuary 1 Per 50 sq. ft. of floor area Laundromats 1 Per 2 wash machines Medical and dental office 1 Per each 150 sq. ft. of floor area Photographic studios; 1 Per 250 sq. ft. of floor area watch, clothing, and shoe repair; and similar personal service establishments Recreational Uses Bowling alleys 4 Per bowling lane, plus 1 per employee at peak shift, plus amount required for accessory uses such as a restaurant or cocktail lounge Community building 1 Per each 3 seats based on the maximum occupant load per the Building Code Golf course, open to the 5 Per each hole, plus 1 per each tee general public of driving range, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift, plus amount required for accessory uses such as a restaurant or cocktail lounge Private country club, swim 1 Per each 2 memberships, plus 1 or golf clubs, fitness per each employee at peak shift, center, or other similar plus amount required for uses accessory uses such as a restaurant or cocktail lounge Residential Uses Adult foster care homes 1 Per each 3 beds, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Elderly housing 1 Per each dwelling unit, plus 1 per each 10 dwelling units, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Mobile home parks 2 Per each trailer unit, plus 1 per each 3 dwelling units, plus 1 per each employee at peak shift Townhouses, three-family 2 Per each dwelling, plus 1 per each dwellings, and multiple- 10 dwelling units family dwellings Single- or two-family 2 Per each dwelling unit dwelling Wade Trim Commentary: This amendment clarifies the off-street parking needed for assisted living facilities, townhouses, and three-family dwellings. Proposed Text Amendments in Ordinance Format, May 21, 2026 11 Section 12. Add New Section 154.230 (Single Family Dwelling as a Nonconforming Use) to Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 154 of the Code of Ordinances by adding a new Section 154.203 to read as follows: § 154.203 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AS A NONCONFORMING USE. Notwithstanding any of the requirements outlined in Sections 154.195 through 154.202 above, an existing, lawfully established single family dwelling and customary accessory structures located in a non-residential zoning district may be repaired, structurally altered, or replaced if destroyed, provided that: (A) Such work shall conform to all applicable standards of this chapter as if the property and use were located in the single family residential zoning district (R-1, R- 2 or R-3) most similar in terms of the minimum lot width and area requirements to the size of the subject lot. (B) The use, dwelling, and accessory structures shall be maintained in conformance with all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, regulations and rules. Wade Trim Commentary: The City Council requested this exception to be included for nonconforming single family dwellings within non-residential zoning districts so that they can be rebuilt if destroyed. Note: The possibility of a nonconforming commercial building being rebuilt if destroyed was also discussed during the City Council Study Session. We did not include a provision to this effect in this draft of zoning amendments. It is our opinion that, if a nonconforming commercial use in a residential zoning district was destroyed, the property owner should be required to seek a rezoning to a commercial district. This would allow for input from neighboring property owners during a public hearing and the City Council could approve or deny the rezoning request on a case-by-case basis. 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