On the agenda: Harbor Springs Agenda and Packet — Data center (Sep 21)

City of Harbor Springs
160 Zoll Street | P.O. Box 678
Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740-0678
www.cityofharborsprings.com
(231) 526-2104

City Council Agenda | September 21, 2026 | Regular Meeting
Mayor Tom Graham

Jeanne Benjamin

Jamie Melke

Kathy Motschall

Wendy Reeve

7:00 PM - Call to order by Mayor Graham, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll call and verification of a quorum
1.

Citizen Comments—any person interested in addressing the Council on a matter not listed on the agenda shall be
recognized by the Mayor at this time

2.

Approval of Agenda

3.

Consent Agenda – All matters under Consent agenda are considered routine or warrant no further discussion. Citizens
may comment on any of these items when asked by the Mayor. If discussion of an item is required, it will be removed
from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.
A. August 17th Meeting Minutes - Approval
B. Current Bills - Approval
C. Salvation Army Ring the Bell – Approval

4.

Discussion Items (Action Items)
A. Information Technology File Server and Wireless Equipment Replacements
B. Council Chamber Audio & Video Contract Award
C. Planning and Zoning Board Recommendations
D. Year to Date Budget Update
E. Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

5.

City Manager’s Report

6.

Boards and Commissions
A. Council Appointment - Tree Advisory Board
B. Mayor’s Recommendation - Downtown Development Authority Board

7.

City Council New and Old Business

8.

Adjournment

Next Regular Meeting: Monday, October 5, 2026 @ 7 PM
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CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
Page 1

Honorable Mayor Graham called the sixteenth meeting of the twenty-ninth Harbor Springs City Council to order
at 12:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 160 Zoll Street, Harbor Springs, Michigan.
Pledge of Allegiance:

1.

Roll Call and Verification of Quorum

City Council:

Jamie Melke, Wendy Reeve, Tom Graham, Jeanne Benjamin, Kathy Motschall

Absent:

None

Also Present:

City Manager Chris Kukulski, City Attorney Jim Ramer, City Assessor Jeff Grimm,
Police Chief Kyle Knight, and Assistant to City Manager Tina Honeysette

2.

Citizen Comments

Cassie Rondel 7025 Harbor Petoskey Rd commented that she has operated an ice cream truck on M119
near the airport for the summer and would like Council to consider allowing her to operate a
concession truck at the beach in Harbor Springs for the summer next year.
Allison Larson 355 Bluff acknowledged that comments from a private telephone conversation had
inadvertently been broadcast through Zoom. She attributed the incident to her Zoom connection not
being muted, objected to subsequent online criticism, and called for disagreements to be handled
directly and civilly. Miranda Miller later supported Larson’s account and criticized the redistribution of
the recording and what she characterized as disrespectful behavior surrounding DDA meetings.
Lisa Nichols proposed reconsidering council-member participation on boards and commissions when
not required by state law. She suggested filling those positions with additional residents and advocated
a general 12-year service limit for boards and commissions, followed by a term off before
reappointment.
Taylor Deuwike raised concerns about taxpayer funding involving the Historical Society/museum,
alleging procurement and contract irregularities and stating that a complaint had been submitted to the
Michigan Attorney General’s office.
Patrick Kenny discussed his unsuccessful application to the Parks and Recreation Board. He
questioned the city’s requirement that board members be registered city voters, argued that seasonal
property owners and other taxpayers could contribute significant expertise, and urged council to
reconsider the eligibility rules for volunteer boards.
Chief Knight reported that the city had submitted a FEMA grant application toward a future Marine
Patrol boat and expected a decision in roughly six weeks to two months. He also announced that
Officer Dan Steele was leaving the department to relocate to Holland and that Jackson Mesner, who
had recently completed the police academy and was working for another township, was expected to
join Harbor Springs as his replacement.
3.

Approval of Agenda

Council formally amended the agenda to move adjournment until after the closed sessions.
#9644

Motion by Melke, second by Motschall to approve the agenda as amended.
Ayes – Reeve, Benjamin, Graham, Melke, Motschall
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

4.
A.

Consent Agenda
Approval of the August 3rd Regular Session Council Meeting Minutes

CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
Page 2

B.

Approval of Current Bills:

The bills on the following vouchers, as listed below, have been examined. It has been recommended that they be
approved for payment from the following funds:
Voucher
number

Description

Payment

Fund

9800

Wire

MPPA
08/05/26

Electric

9801

A/P

Payouts

Trust

7/16-7/31/26

Amount
$20,393.61

$3,008,851.69

9802

A/P

No Council
08/17/26

Waterfront

$10,133.10

9803

Payroll

P.P.E.
08/09/26

General
Major St.
Local St.
Historical
DDA
Electric
Water/Sewer
W.T. Water
Waterfront
Equipment

$77,889.61
$1,537.15
$1,728.15
$0.00
$1,937.81
$23,928.34
$7,406.05
$0.00
$12,302.77
$953.15

9804

A/P

Council
08/17/26

General
Major St.
Local St.
Historical
DDA
Electric
Water/Sewer
W.T. Water
Waterfront
Equipment

$81,236.60
$960.87
$830.89
$281.74
$4,075.57
$36,018.55
$170,199.42
$13,271.37
$13,032.84
$12,724.12

9805

Wire

MPPA
08/05/26

Electric

$121,079.79

BE IT RESOLVED those claims on vouchers 9800 through, and including voucher number 9805 as checked by
the Finance Committee, in the amount of $3,620,773.19 be allowed for payment, and the Mayor and the City
Manager are hereby authorized to execute warrants to be drawn on the following funds:
General
Major St.
Local St.
Historical
DDA
Electric
Water/Sewer
W.T. Water
Waterfront
Equipment
Trust
Totals

$159,126.21
$2,498.02
$2,559.04
$281.74
$6,013.38
$201,420.29
$177,605.47
$13,271.37
$35,468.71
$13,677.27
$3,008,851.69
$3,620,773.19

C.
Amend Administrative Policy and Procedures, Article 1 City Manager 2.104(2) increasing
the City Manager’s Authority from $5,000 to $20,000
#9645

Motion by Melke, second by Benjamin to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Ayes – Melke, Reeve, Motschall, Benjamin, Graham
Nays – None

CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
Page 3

Absent- None
Motion Carried.

5.

Discussion Items
A. Authorize Contract with Peerless Midwest, Inc. for Bull Moose Well Pump Overhaul and
TV Inspection

Kukulski explained that Bull Moose Well Pump needs a TV survey, cleaning and possible overhaul.
The city has been working with Peerless Midwest Inc. for several decades. They test each of the City’s
four wells and pumps annually.
Harbor Springs is fortunate to have excellent water sources and as a result, we typically get double the
life expectancy out of each of our four pumps. The Bull Moose Pump was last overhauled in 2011.
The Bull Moose well and pump are rated at 550 gallons per minute.
The cost quote for TV surveying and cleaning is $52,082. Since the pump was last overhauled in
2011, we anticipate spending an additional $28,500 for the overhaul, bringing the total cost to $80,582.
The decision to overhaul will be dependent on the results of the cleaning and TV survey. The water
budget did not include this project; therefore, a budget amendment will be necessary. The water fund’s
reserve account has a balance of approximately $650,000.
After speaking with Josh Warner, Water Supervisor and Bryan Nolan, P.E. with Benchmark
Engineering, staff is recommending this work be sole-sourced with Peerless. They have an excellent
track record inspecting, maintaining and overhauling our water pumps for the last several decades.
Bryan also reviewed the Peerless price quote and found it to be reasonable.
Council also discussed adding major well-pump work to the capital-improvement planning process.
#9646

Motion by Motschall, second by Melke to authorize the City Manager to move forward with the
project.
Ayes – Melke, Graham, Reeve, Motschall, Benjamin, Graham
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

B. Review Recommendation from DDA for Lamp Post Color
City Manager Kukulski outlined that the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has completed the
tasks requested by City Council that were identified as necessary prior to beginning the lamppost
painting project. As a result, the DDA Board recommends the “globe lights” be painted Harbor Blue
and the ten Weque lights on Third Street be painted Black. (see enclosed DDA memo and packet material)
The DDA has provided a survey regarding color selection, information addressing the potential impact
on neighboring districts, and a map identifying the locations of the lampposts included in the project.
At their August 12 DDA Board meeting the Board moved to accept the recommendation of the
Enhancement Committee to paint all the globe lights Harbor Blue and the ten Weque lights on Third
Street Black. Although the Harbor Blue color was the definite winner of the survey, the Committee and
Board heard from those in the community who preferred Black and are hoping that painting the Weque
lights on Third Street will be a welcomed compromise. The utilitarian lights in the lot behind Gurney’s
are in serious need of paint and should also be painted black; these lights are not in the agreement with
the contractor and it is the DDA’s understanding that they will be painted by DPW on an “as time
allows” schedule and that DPW time will be billed to the DDA accordingly.
This solution would unify the colors of the benches, bike racks, trash cans and utilitarian posts, while
highlighting the beauty of the globe lampposts with a popular, subtle shade of blue that matches the
wayfinding signs, is already identified in the City Marketing Plan as a branding color and also
complements the water and the sky.

CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
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The DDA has submitted all requested information as attachments for the City Council to review and
consider.
A lengthy public-comment period followed. Much of the testimony opposed changing the globe-style
lights to blue and favored black or retaining the existing colors. Speakers questioned the survey
methodology, discussed the historic character of downtown, advocated consistency in streetscape
colors, and argued that changing the color was unnecessary. Others emphasized the work already
performed by the DDA and the process that had led to its recommendation. One speaker summarized
the broader concern by arguing that Harbor Springs residents tend to resist unnecessary changes to the
community’s established appearance.
#9647

Motion by Benjamin, second by Graham prohibiting painting, refinishing, alteration, or
color change to city-owned downtown lamp posts without prior City Council approval.
The motion also directed the city manager and city attorney to prepare a policy or
ordinance incorporating nationally recognized historic-preservation principles, including
principles reflected in the Secretary of the Interior’s standards, for future material changes
to city-owned downtown streetscape infrastructure.

After a few additional comments from members on Council, a roll call was taken
Ayes – Graham, Reeve, Benjamin
Nays – Motschall, Melke
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

Following that vote, DDA Director Becky Goodman advised council that a painting contract had
already been signed and discussed an anticipated $15,000 city contribution and $15,000 DDA
contribution. Council members questioned whether the city contribution had actually been authorized
and discussed the contractual implications.
Council then adopted a second, more immediate motion concerning color. After clarifying the different
fixtures, council directed that the globe-style lights on Main, State and Bay streets remain their existing
color and that the Third Street lights likewise remain their existing green color.
#9648

Motion by Melke, second by Reeve to authorize the DDA to paint the lampposts as outlined
above.
Ayes – Melke, Graham, Reeve, Motschall, Benjamin, Graham
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

C. Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2 – Extending the Development Moratorium from September
2026 to November 2026
Council next considered Administrative Order 2026-2 extending the development moratorium.
Planning Commission Chair Bob Buckner explained that the commission wanted another 60 days to
complete proposed Central Business District zoning revisions dealing principally with building height,
number of stories, and compatibility of new development with the existing downtown. The Planning
Commission had moved toward a maximum of 30 feet and two stories regardless of location and
planned a public hearing before forwarding proposed language to council.
Because the existing moratorium would expire September 7 before council’s next regular opportunity
to act on the Planning Commission recommendations, the commission requested an extension through
November 3.

CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
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Discussion also touched on future work involving signs, short-term rentals and the possible creation of
an architectural-review process, although council was cautioned that establishing a formal
architectural-review system and enforceable standards would require considerably more work.
Council discussed the proposed Ordinance and a motion was offered.
#9649

Motion by Melke, second by Benjamin to approve Ordinance 2026-2.
Ayes – Melke, Reeve, Motschall, Graham, Benjamin
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

6.

City Manager’s Report

City Manager Kukulski gave his Manager’s Report.
7.

Boards and Commissions

Each member of Council gave an update (if needed) on the proceedings of each Board they serve on.
Mayor Graham recommended appointing Patrick O’Brien to the Parks & Recreation Board, and a motion was
offered.

#9650

Motion by Melke, second by Benjamin to approve Ordinance 2026-2.
Ayes – Melke, Reeve, Motschall, Graham, Benjamin
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

Council then returned to the residency/registered-voter issue raised earlier during public comment.
Members discussed whether some boards could be opened to people who live outside the city limits,
while noting that state enabling statutes may impose specific requirements for boards such as the
Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. Council also discussed clarifying the role of
volunteer boards so routine operational complaints are directed to city staff rather than volunteer
members. The city manager agreed to add review of City Code §33.109, concerning membership
qualifications, to the city’s list of issues for future consideration.
8.

New and Old Business

Under old/new business, council discussed the Kiwanis Park project, urging city staff to continue
taking practical steps to move the project forward following a recent setback rather than immediately
returning the matter to the Parks Board.
9.

Next Meeting

The next regular scheduled City Council Meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.

10.
#9651

Closed Session
Motion by Melke, second by Benjamin to enter closed session #1 under Section 8e of the Open
Meetings Act at 8;57pm.
Ayes – Melke, Reeve, Motschall, Graham, Benjamin
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
August 17, 2026
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#9652

Motion by Melke, second by Benjamin to enter closed session #2 under Section 8e of the Open
Meetings Act at 8:58pm.
Ayes – Melke, Reeve, Motschall, Graham, Benjamin
Nays – None
Absent- None
Motion Carried.

Re-Enter Open Session at 10:14 pm.
10.

Adjournment

With no further business, the regular meeting was adjourned at 10:14 p.m.

_______________________________
Nick Whitaker, City Clerk/Treasurer
Approved: 09/21/2026

________________________________
Tom Graham, Mayor

3C – Salvation Army Ring the Bell

Background – The Salvation Army would like to ring bells between the hours of 10AM to 6PM
at the Harbor Springs Market beginning with one special Wednesday the day prior to
Thanksgiving (November 25th) and then on Fridays and Saturdays from Black Friday through
Christmas Eve where they will end early at 2PM totaling 10 days. The dates are as follows:
Wednesday, November 25th, Friday, November 27th, Saturday, November 28th, Friday,
December 4th, Saturday, December 5th, Friday, December 11th, Saturday, December 12th,
Friday, December 18th, Saturday, December 19th and Thursday, December 24th. The store has
agreed to their requested dates and times.
In addition, they would like permission to ring downtown during your annual Holiday Openhouse from 6PM to 9PM on Saturday, December 5th.
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
I recommend that council grant the request and authorize the city manager to review and approve
or deny future requests from the Salvation Army to “ring the bell”. It is my intention to approve
future requests unless the practice becomes problematic.
Attachments
N/A

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4A – Technology File Server & Wireless Equipment
Replacements
Background – The city has a critical need to replace and upgrade our information technology
(IT) file servers and wireless hardware in City Hall, the Police Department and Public Works
facilities throughout the city. Our primary server is 16 years old, running operating systems that
are no longer supported by Microsoft including security updates and our Police Department
server is 10 years old. The industry standard recommends replacing municipal file servers every
5 to 7 years. Critical city services from public safety, financial management and utilities are
dependent on these two outdated file servers for our IT hardware and software to function
properly.
After the city experienced a weeklong computer outage earlier this year, acting city manager
Knight selected Common Angle Inc. to guide the city on IT decisions. The enclosed document
from Des Moore of Common Angle outlines what the city is receiving, why the investment is
necessary, why so much needs to be replaced at once, an understanding of the cost, what the city
should plan for over the next five years and looking ahead.
The cost of purchasing and installing the new specified hardware and software is not to exceed
$80,711.51. Unfortunately, the availability and cost of servers have increased substantially over
the past few years. Data center development globally is driving up demand and pricing. The
current budget includes $17,000 to replace the police department’s server. This proposed server
will replace both of the city’s servers. Three IT professionals (My former IT Directors in
Billings and Bozeman, and a local IT professional) reviewed the Common Angle proposal at a
very high level (bid specs and pricing) and found the price to be reasonable.
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
The cost will be shared across each department that uses the IT equipment. General funds (GF),
electric, water, wastewater, etc.
In addition to the $17,000 budgeted in PD we will use GF vacancy savings (City Manager, PD,
PW) and utility funds to cover the additional $63,711.51. GF revenues in the current fiscal year
are ~$200k higher than anticipated and spending within the City Manager’s Office and Police
Department are ~$100,000 under budget through August 31, 2026.
Recommended Action
City Council pass a motion authorizing the city manager to contract with Common Angle for a
not to exceed amount of $80,711.51 to purchase and install a new file server and wireless
hardware and software for city hall, the police station and public works facility.
Attachments
Common Angle memo describing the server replacement.
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Chris,
As requested, I am providing this overview for inclusion in the City Council packet. The purpose of
the proposed project is to replace aging systems that present increasing operational, security, and
compatibility risks while establishing a dependable foundation for the City’s technology needs.
What the City is receiving
The proposed investment of $80,711.51 includes a coordinated modernization of the City’s server,
network, power protection, and wireless infrastructure:
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A new physical server sized to support the City’s current and anticipated needs
Current Microsoft Windows Server licensing
Battery backup and power protection for the City’s main network equipment room and
satellite network closets
A new equipment rack for the main network equipment room located within the Police
Department
Replacement of the outdated wireless infrastructure serving City Hall, the Police
Department, and the Department of Public Works
Installation and configuration of the new equipment
Migration of the City’s data, applications, and services from the existing servers
Removal of the retired equipment following a successful transition

The equipment within the Police Department’s main network room is currently in disarray. The new
rack will allow the City’s critical technology equipment to be properly organized, secured,
supported, and maintained. The battery backup units will provide short term protection during
power interruptions while also protecting sensitive equipment from voltage fluctuations and
unexpected shutdowns.
The new server will use Microsoft Hyper V technology to operate several separate virtual servers on
one modern physical platform. These virtual servers will support:
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Centralized user, computer, and network management
City file storage
SCADA systems
Department of Public Works operations
Historical BS&A data
Other necessary municipal applications and services

This approach replaces multiple aging physical servers with one properly sized platform while still
keeping important systems logically separated. It will provide better security, organization,
recoverability, and management. The proposed design will also support the system separation and
security considerations associated with the Police Department and Criminal Justice Information
Services (CJIS).
Why this investment is necessary
The City’s existing server infrastructure is more than 16 years old and currently runs Windows Small
Business Server 2011 and Windows Server 2012 R2. These operating systems are no longer

supported by Microsoft and no longer receive the routine security updates required to protect
modern municipal systems. The underlying physical servers are also well beyond a reasonable
service life.
Continuing to rely on this infrastructure creates several concerns:
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An increased likelihood of hardware failure and extended downtime
Exposure to security vulnerabilities that can no longer be corrected through routine updates
Compatibility problems with newer applications, equipment, and operating systems
Limited availability of replacement parts and vendor support
Greater difficulty recovering systems following a failure or security incident
Potential disruption to essential City, Police, and Public Works operations

Since Common Angle began working with the City in March, we have also replaced the firewalls
serving the City and Department of Public Works. The previous firewalls were either beyond their
supported life and could no longer be securely patched, or a firewall was not present at all. That
work addressed immediate security concerns at the network perimeter. Replacing the server
environment is the next major step in addressing the City’s aging infrastructure.
The wireless infrastructure serving City Hall, the Police Department, and the Department of Public
Works is also included in the proposed modernization project. The wireless equipment in City Hall
dates back to approximately 2018, and the systems serving the Police Department and Department
of Public Works are not much newer. At approximately eight years old, this equipment has
exceeded the five-year lifecycle standard recommended for critical technology infrastructure and
should be replaced to provide dependable coverage, current security capabilities, and
compatibility with modern devices.
Wireless connectivity is no longer simply a convenience for employees and visitors. It is part of the
City’s operational infrastructure. City staff rely on connected devices and applications to
communicate, access information, and perform their responsibilities throughout municipal
facilities. City Hall also supports council meetings and public access, placing additional demands
on wireless equipment that was not designed for today’s number of devices, performance
expectations, or security requirements.
Modern wireless infrastructure will provide more dependable coverage, improved performance,
current security capabilities, and better visibility into the health of the network. It will also allow
internal City operations, Police Department systems, and public wireless access to be
appropriately separated. This separation helps protect municipal and law enforcement systems
while still providing the connectivity expected by employees, officials, and members of the public.
Including the wireless upgrades within the same project allows the server, network, and wireless
environments to be planned and implemented as one cohesive infrastructure platform. It also
avoids investing in a modern server environment while continuing to rely on wireless equipment
that is already beyond its recommended lifecycle. This coordinated approach will provide a more
secure, dependable, and supportable technology foundation across the City’s facilities.

Why so much must be replaced at once
Technology infrastructure is typically managed through a planned lifecycle. Major systems are
regularly evaluated and commonly replaced approximately every five years based on their purpose,
condition, security support, and compatibility.
The City’s infrastructure has not historically been maintained through this type of lifecycle strategy.
Consequently, several interconnected components have now reached or exceeded the end of their
useful lives at the same time.
A new server cannot be evaluated in isolation. It must be compatible with current operating
systems, licensing, applications, network equipment, security requirements, and power protection.
Attempting to build around equipment that is more than 16 years old would retain many of the
City’s existing risks and could result in additional spending on technology that cannot be securely
supported for a reasonable period.
This project is therefore more than the replacement of a single server. It is a necessary
modernization of the systems and supporting infrastructure on which multiple City departments
rely.
Understanding the cost
The proposed investment for the complete infrastructure modernization project is $80,711.51. This
includes the server hardware, Microsoft licensing, battery backup and power protection,
equipment rack, replacement wireless infrastructure for City Hall, the Police Department, and the
Department of Public Works, installation, configuration, migration of the City’s systems and data,
and removal of the retired equipment.
The cost reflects the consolidation of several aging physical servers and the remediation of
supporting infrastructure that has not been properly maintained or replaced over time. It also
accounts for the professional services required to move critical City systems to the new
environment while minimizing disruption and verifying that the migrated systems are operating
properly.
Hardware pricing and availability are also being affected by rapidly increasing demand from
artificial intelligence systems and large data center projects. This demand is placing pressure on
the supply of server components, memory, storage, power equipment, and related infrastructure.
Pricing and availability may therefore continue to fluctuate.
Common Angle’s recommendation is based on providing an appropriately sized and supportable
solution rather than simply selecting the least expensive equipment available. The objective is to
provide the City with a stable platform that can reliably support its operations and be maintained
through a planned lifecycle going forward.
What the City should plan for over the next five years
This project addresses the City’s most significant immediate infrastructure concern, but it should
be viewed as the beginning of a structured technology lifecycle rather than a one-time
replacement.

The City currently has 25 computers. Based on the available inventory information:
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10 are less than two years old
2 are between two and three years old
3 are between three and four years old
5 are between four and five years old
3 are 10 years old or older

A few of the oldest computers are scheduled to be moved to newer operating systems that will run
from the proposed server. The City’s computers should continue to be reviewed annually and
replaced through a phased schedule as they reach the end of their practical or supported lives. This
will distribute costs more evenly across future budget years and reduce the likelihood of another
large group of systems requiring replacement at the same time.
Looking ahead
Following this project, Common Angle recommends developing a formal five-year technology
lifecycle and capital plan covering servers, computers, firewalls, network equipment, wireless
infrastructure, power protection, licensing, and other critical systems.
The plan should be reviewed and updated annually so the City can anticipate upcoming needs,
establish budget priorities, and spread technology investments across multiple budget years. This
will help prevent another situation in which several generations of unsupported and incompatible
technology must be replaced simultaneously.
The proposed investment will replace technology that has served the City far beyond its expected
life, reduce immediate operational and security risks, and provide a modern foundation for the
City’s future technology needs.
Please let me know if there are any questions or if additional information would be helpful as the
City Council considers this recommendation.
Sincerely,
Des Moore
Common Angle, Inc.

4B – Council Chamber Audio & Video Replacement

Background – The city’s budget includes $60,000 to improve the city council chambers
audio- visual system. The city received two proposals.
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Simoni Systems Inc.
Mercury Audio/Video/Lighting

$82,641.23
$71,693.57

The project replaces the current AV system with 12 rechargeable mics, two high-definition
conferencing cameras that zoom in on speakers and pivot throughout the council chambers
allowing the board, staff and public to be seen, a 7,500 lumens laser projector and a professional
grade touch panel to manage the system (see spec sheet). If approved, the equipment will be
ordered immediately and installation is anticipated by the end of the year.
Chief Knight and I conducted reference checks and watched several YouTube videos recorded
using equipment installed by both companies.
I recommend we select Mercury Audio. Their responsiveness, references and watching the
video links supplied give me confidence they will do an excellent job installing, training and
standing behind their work. Mercury has also been selected to install the AV system in the new
West Traverse Twp Hall.
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
The City’s 2026 general fund budget includes $60,000 to replace our current AV system. The
additional $11,694 will be taken from the ~$100k savings in the CM and PD budgets.
Recommended Action
City Council authorize the City Manager to contact with Mercury Audio to install a new AV
system in the City’s Council Chambers, not to exceed $71,693.57
Attachments
Mercury Audio proposal

1

Mercury Sound & Lighting
28854 Wall Street
Wixom, Michigan 48393

[email protected]

(734) 507-1177

https://www.mercurysl.com/

Timmy Gooding

[email protected]

(734) 221-3990

Harbor Springs City Council
Chambers AV Upgrade

City of Harbor Springs
160 Zoll Street
Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740

(231) 526-2104

Kyle Knight
[email protected]

Presented By

Quote Number

Mercury Sound & Lighting

Q-117

Presented On

Version

Aug 17, 2026

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Our Integration Philosophy
At Mercury, we believe that exceptional audio-visual integration is not just about the equipment - it is about the
methodology behind it. Our approach is engineered to eliminate friction, align with your operational goals, and
deliver uncompromising reliability.
Strategic Discovery
Every successful integration begins with a deep understanding of your operational goals, architectural constraints,
and end-user workflows. We invest the time to map your technical requirements and define an AV experience that
seamlessly supports your environment.
Transparent Alignment
Complex installations require absolute clarity. From initial engineering to final commissioning, we maintain strict
communication protocols. We keep all stakeholders - including architects, IT directors, and facilities managers - fully
informed and confident at every project milestone.
Engineered Solutions
We view technical and architectural challenges as opportunities for innovation. Our engineering team designs
sophisticated, scalable solutions that not only solve your immediate functional needs but also future-proof your
infrastructure against rapidly changing technology.
Precision Execution
The Mercury standard requires exacting attention to detail at every phase of deployment. We approach physical
installation, advanced system programming, and final commissioning with a relentless focus on stability and
performance. Our goal is simple: to deliver a flawless, fully optimized system the moment we hand it over.

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Project Gallery

Scope of Work
Project Overview
This AV upgrade for Harbor Springs City Council Chambers focuses on integrating an advanced, reliable audio-visual
system that is tailored to provide a flexible, professional, easy-to-use meeting environment. Located in Harbor
Springs, Michigan, the project will be managed in close collaboration with city stakeholders to minimize disruption
and ensure performance expectations are met.
All equipment and cabling will be installed in compliance with all applicable commercial codes and best practices for
professional AV integration. Our team will deliver a comprehensive, networked AV solution leveraging robust
managed switches, signal distribution, user-friendly wireless conferencing hardware, and scalable display systems,
with provisions for future service and expansion.

AV System
The AV System encompasses all core technologies for council session presentations, virtual conferencing, in-room
audio amplification, and content sharing. We will deploy network switches and routers for signal management,
ceiling speakers for even room coverage, Shure wireless conferencing microphones, and an Optimal Audio DSP
amplifier for audio clarity. High-definition display solutions, camera systems for streaming and remote participation,

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and Barco ClickShare for wireless content sharing will be integrated, all mounted securely and professionally to
maximize usability in council proceedings.
Mercury's responsibilities for this system include:
• Removal of existing rack components, including the mixer, Blu-Ray player, Denon Recorder, 8-port switch,
Control 4 processor, and Sony A/V receiver. These items will not be reused.
• Deployment of a 16-port managed switch and router from Araknis for isolated, robust AV networking at the
rack, facilitating secure device interconnection.
• Deploy a two-zone, in-ceiling loudspeaker and amplifier system from Optimal Audio for speech intelligibility
and audio distribution throughout the chamber. The audience/public area will receive audio from the
gooseneck microphones and the streaming system's output. The presenter/council area speakers will receive
audio from the streaming system's output.
• Deployment of a fully digital, networked, Shure wireless microphone system with desktop gooseneck mics,
networked docking charger, and adaptive audio DSP for intuitive, hands-free operation. These microphones
will be numbered and positioned for operation with the automated camera switching system. They will be
configured with a locking mute button, unless a different configuration is requested.
• Integration of a 2-camera Full HD PTZ camera system with ceiling mounting and automated multi-camera
switching, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality streaming output that focus at whomever is
speaking/presenting within the room. High-quality networked conference cameras from AVer USA will be
controlled by an Inogeni Cam-Track controller, which receives presenter location information from the Shure
networked ceiling microphone, as well as from the Shure networked wireless microphone system.
• Drop-down camera mounts allow for clean, secure mounting to the ceiling's structure, while reducing camera
angle for a more natural on-screen look from the PTZ cameras.
• Commercial-grade Sharp 75" UHD display with 25% haze anti-glare coating, swingout wall mount for optimal
visibility, and new HDMI cabling.
• 4K HDMI distribution amplifier from Kramer will be installed within the rack to provide reliable, ultra-HD signal
to the projector and 75" display. The projector and 75" display will receive the same signal from the
presentation system, and will always display the same information.
• Barco ClickShare CX-30 Gen 2 delivers reliable wireless conferencing connectivity via a USB-C dongle, also
known as the "Clickshare Button". Two buttons are included with this kit, allowing presenters or hosts to
wirelessly connect to the meeting or presentation space when it is their turn to present. These buttons connect
the camera system, microphone system, in-ceiling speakers, and projector/display to the presenter's
laptop/device.
• A backup wired connection will be installed, with a wall plate behind the meeting host's position, next to the
lectern. This will allow for a user to connect via a wired USB-C connection, giving their laptop/device
connectivity to the camera system, microphone system, in-ceiling speakers, and projector/display.
• An AMX automation system will be deployed to control all user-facing system operation controls. Custom
presets will be created for control of the system, including modes for both Council use, as well as for use as a
classroom/training room. Furniture and microphones will need to be placed in the locations determined during
the system commissioning process, so that the automated camera switching system knows where to focus the
cameras.
• After the system commissioning process has been completed by our technicians, a training session will be
given regarding the operation of the system. This training usually only takes one hour, and we highly
recommend that one of the client's staff members records this session.

Additional Two Gooseneck Microphones, Totaling 12 - OPTIONAL Package
This optional package includes two additional Shure networked gooseneck/desktop wireless microphones. This will
bring the total number of microphones to 12.

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Mercury's responsibilities for this system include:
• Providing the additional 2 microphone transmitter/microphone units.
• Configuration of the Shure microphone system for use with these transmitters.
• Configuration of the Allen & Heath audio processor for use with these units.
• Configuration of the Inogeni Cam Track to include camera positions that reference these microphones.
• Full test of the audio, video, and switching systems including these microphones.

Audience Microphone - OPTIONAL Package
This optional package includes the installation of a ceiling-mounted intelligent beam-forming array microphone,
which pinpoints where it hears a participant speaking, and focuses to that point. This will allow the A/V system to
capture audience members, with both audio and video. A Shure Array microphone will be installed into the drop
ceiling grid. This unit will be configured to pick up the audience area as a few smaller zones. This zone information will
be sent to the camera's tracking unit, and will focus one of the cameras to the audience, when speech is detected
from one of the audience zones. The presenter/council area speakers will also receive voice-lift speech
enhancement of the audience/public area, if this package is elected.
Mercury's responsibilities for this system include:
• Installation of ceiling-grid mounted microphone.
• Installation of new cabling from ceiling microphone to electronics rack.
• Configuration of microphone array.
• Configuration of the Allen & Heath audio processor for use with this microphone and its multiple output zones.
• Configuration of the Inogeni Cam Track to include camera positions that reference these microphone zones.
• Full test of the audio, video, and switching systems including this microphones & its multiple coverage zones.

Projector Replacement - OPTIONAL Package
This optional package involves replacing the current chamber projector with a Panasonic 7,500 lumen, WUXGA laser
projector. Purpose-built for council applications, it delivers high brightness and 4K signal compatibility for clear,
bright images, even in well-lit rooms. The upgrade targets future-proofing the council chamber’s AV visual
infrastructure and expanding presentation capabilities for special events or public viewings.
Mercury's responsibilities for this system include:
• Remove the existing projector hardware from its mount location, including safe handling and disposal.
• Install Panasonic LCD laser projector on new mounting infrastructure, ensuring secure placement and optimal
image throw to the existing screen.
• Test projector with source signal, confirm image clarity and system compatibility within the upgraded AV signal
workflow.
• Provide user training on projector control and maintenance as part of project close-out (if package is
selected).
• Program the AMX automation system with the necessary control parameters for this projector.
With these AV System upgrades, the City of Harbor Springs will achieve reliable, future-ready council chambers, fully
integrated for optimal operation while maximizing ease of use.

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Equipment & Labor
Council Chambers
ITEM

Shure MXW8X=-Z10

QTY

TOTAL

10

$6,930.50

1

$1,100.00

Desktop Based Gooseneck Transmitter

Shure MXWNDX4G

Networked Docking Stations That Can Charge 4 MXW Next Transmitters Without Removing The
Battery, Compatible with MXW Next Gooseneck Boundary Transmitters Only

1

Shure MXWNDX8G

$1,540.00

Networked Docking Stations That Can Charge 8 MXW Next Transmitters Without Removing The
Battery, Compatible with MXW Next Gooseneck Boundary Transmitters Only

Shure MXWAPX4=-Z10

1

$2,970.00

Access Point Transceiver With 4 Wireless Audio Channels For Use With MXW Next Wireless
Transmitters

Shure MXWAPX8=-Z10

1

$4,070.11

Access Point Transceiver With 8 Wireless Audio Channels For Use With MXW Next Wireless
Transmitters

Allen & Heath AH-AHM-32

1

$1,999.00

32x32 Audio Matrix Processor, 12x12 Local Analog I/O, Up To 128x128 Audio Networking

Allen & Heath AH-M-AHM-32-AEC-A

1

$999.00

Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) Module for AHM-32,12 Channels Of AEC, 150ms FIR Adaptive
Filter, Far-end AGC, Residual Echo NLP

Allen & Heath AH-M-SQ-SDANTE32-A

1

$799.00

1

$599.00

SQ Dante 32x32 Dante Card for SQ & AHM

Optimal Audio SmartAmp 10
2 x 125W amplifier with integral DSP

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Optimal Audio Up 6

6

$900.00

1

$1,300.00

1

$485.23

Two-way passive, full-range 6 ceiling speaker

Sharp PN-E759
75" Ultra High Definition Commercial Display

Premier Mounts AM100

ADA Low Profile Swingout Mount for Flat Panel Displays up to 100 lbs. Dual Stud - Black

Bullet Train AC-BTSSF-5KUHD-30

1

$320.17

1

$146.12

1

$332.00

1

$32.00

1

$604.15

1

$376.30

2

$2,879.98

5K AOC HDMI Cable - 30M

Bullet Train AC-BT15-AUHD
4K 18Gbps HDMI Cable - 15M

Kramer Electronics VM-2H2
4K HDMI 1:2 Distribution Amplifier with HDCP2.2 and HDMI2.0 Support

Optimal Audio Rack Kit A (Black)
Rack ears and couplings for for half rack SmartAmp amplifiers (Black)

Araknis Networks AN-220-SW-R-16-POE
220 Series Layer 2 Managed Gigabit Switch with Partial PoE+

Araknis Networks AN-220-RT
220-Series Single-WAN Rtr

Aver CAM520PRO3

Full High Definition Conferencing Camera 1080p PTZ 36X Zoom MS Teams Room Certified

Vaddio 535-2000-293

2

$887.40

2

$182.00

1

$680.59

Drop Down Mount For Large PTZ Cameras - Long

Middle Atlantic UMS1-11.5
1space Universal mounting Shelf, 11.5"D

INOGENI IP2USB
IP Camera to USB converter

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INOGENI CAMTRACK

1

$2,995.00

1

$2,095.00

1

$2,775.00

1

$1,263.00

1

$2,287.00

Voice-Activated Multi-camera Switcher

INOGENI TOGGLE-ROOMS XT
3 Host Switcher For USB/HDMI With An Extension

Barco Commercial R9861613USB2
ClickShare CX-30 Gen2 - US version with 2 Buttons

AMX MU-1300
MUSE Controller with 2 Serial, 2 IR, 4 IO Ports

AMX VARIA-80
8" Professional-Grade, Persona-Defined Touch Panel

$52,587.55

Additional Two Gooseneck Microphones, Totaling 12 OPTIONAL

Added to Quote

2 additional desktop gooseneck wireless microphones, with all configuration and commissioning included.

ITEM

QTY

TOTAL

2

$1,386.10

Additional options
Shure MXW8X=-Z10
Desktop Based Gooseneck Transmitter

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+ $1,386.10

Audience Microphone OPTIONAL

Added to Quote

The addition of this package allows the A/V system to capture audience members, with both audio and video. A
Shure Array microphone will be installed into the drop ceiling grid. This unit will be configured to pick up the audience
area as a few smaller zones. This zone information will be sent to the camera's tracking unit, and will focus one of the
cameras to the audience, when speech is detected from one of the audience zones.

ITEM

QTY

TOTAL

Programmer

2h

$450.00

Shure MXA925 Ceiling Array Microphone - White/Square

1

$5,000.00

Additional options

P

An enhanced successor to the MXA920 for next-generation meeting rooms. Automatic Coverage™
delivers fast, out-of-the-box room pickup, while AI-enabled IntelliMix® DSP (AI AEC, AI Denoiser,
and AI Deverb) helps keep speech clear and natural in challenging spaces.

CT

Configuring Technician

2h

$300.00

+ $5,750.00

Projector Replacement - OPTIONAL Package OPTIONAL

Added to Quote

Replacement of existing projector with a new 7,500lm WUXGA laser projector from Panasonic.

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Additional options
Panasonic Pro Visual Systems PT-MZ782WU7

1

$8,562.40

7,500 Lumens, LCD, WUXGA Resolution (1,920 x 1,200), 4K Signal Input, Laser Projector, White

Premier Mounts PDS-PLUS-W

1

$216.84

Universal Projector Mount for Projectors up to 75 lbs. - Attaches to Hard Deck or 1.5" NPT Pipe White

1

Cable & Hardware

CH

$164.45

Cable & hardware required for installation.

+ $9,363.69

Summary
Product + Labor

$69,184.34

Cable, Hardware, & Delivery

$2,509.23

Subtotal

$71,693.57

Total Price

$71,693.57

Payment Schedule

Amount

Deposit - To Confirm Project & Procure Equipment (60%)

$43,016.14

Upon Receipt of Equipment From Vendors - Due Before Rough-In (30%)

$21,508.07

Remaining Balance Due (10%)

$7,169.36

Warranty
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The installation work on your system is guaranteed against defects for a period of 365 days from the date installation
is completed and acknowledged with your signature on the “Completion of Work” document. Our installation
technicians will present the “Completion of Work” document at the end of their final day of installation and training
on-site. If the “Completion of Work” document was not signed due to staff availability or not returned electronically,
the labor warranty shall be 365 days from the date of the project invoice. This guarantee shall not apply if the
equipment installed is damaged due to misuse, use by unauthorized persons, vandalism, theft or accident (including
damage to the premises through natural or man-made events, such as fire, storms, construction etc.) Manufacturer
warranties are applicable to their respective products and are subject to the terms established and enforced by the
manufacturers.

Terms and Conditions
A 60% deposit is required to confirm the project. An additional 30% is due upon arrival of materials and equipment at
Mercury Sound & Lighting warehouse. The remaining 10% balance is due upon project completion. The initial deposit
can be paid by check, bank transfer, or credit card. A 3% processing fee will be assessed for credit card payments.
Pricing is subject to change.
Any design/engineering services, change orders, additional materials or labor necessary to complete the integration
of the proposed system will be billed accordingly.
Project execution schedule will be determined upon receipt of equipment from the manufacturer(s) by Mercury Sound
and Lighting.
Any associated travel expenses (airfare, rental vehicle, lodging, per diem etc.) will be determined by the project
location/execution schedule and will be billed additionally.
Cancellation of any confirmed project may result in forfeit of deposit and additional charges of any costs incurred by
Mercury Sound and Lighting.
If a lift is necessary for installation or any required service (warranty or otherwise), the necessary lift will be billed
additionally.
All client supplied equipment is assumed to be functional. If the equipment is found to be insufficient or inoperable,
alternative solutions will be reviewed with the client and may result in a change order.
Storage and disposal of any removed, existing equipment is the responsibility of the client, unless otherwise
specified.
Mercury Sound and Lighting is not responsible for the performance of, or feature sets related to manufacturer
software,
applications, UC platforms and/or camera AI-based framing/tracking.
Upon receipt of project confirmation by Mercury Sound and Lighting, the client agrees to the above terms and
conditions.

Once again, thank you for your consideration of us on this project. If you have any questions, please contact us.
To confirm this proposal, return this proposal to Mercury Sound and Lighting with the signature of an authorized
representative of your organization below. This signed proposal packet indicates you are engaging Mercury Sound
and Lighting for the services described, that your expectations are accurately reflected, and that you accept the
terms and conditions within.

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Signature

Signature

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4C – Planning and Zoning Board Recommendations

Background – The Planning Commission has been reviewing zoning provisions related to
building height, number of stories, parking, and mixed-use development within the Central
Business District (CBD). During this review, a moratorium has been in place for projects in the
CBD that would exceed two stories or 30 feet in height.
Following its review, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 20, 2026,
regarding proposed amendments to the Zoning Code. The Commission subsequently considered
minor revisions at its September 3, 2026, special meeting and voted to recommend the proposed
amendments to City Council. The draft ordinance reflects the public hearing and the Planning
Commission’s September 3 recommendation.
Draft Ordinance No. 444 would establish:
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•
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A maximum building height of 30 feet and two stories in the CBD.
Parking spaces would become an allowable accessory use within all districts (previously
not permitted
Private parking lots would be approvable through a Special Land Use in commercial zoning
districts
Parking facilities were previously defined and are now shown on the regulated uses table.
Buildings in the CBD containing residential units on upper floors would be required to
devote at least 60% of the ground floor to commercial or public uses, with private parking
on the ground floor potentially permitted as a special use.

Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
Council is being asked to consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation and proposed
Ordinance No. 444.
Attachments
Draft Ordinance No. 444

1

ORDINANCE NO. 444
An ordinance to amend Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs,
by amending Sections 3.1.1, 3.2 and 3.4.10 therein.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Harbor Springs has studied the
existing provisions of the Zoning Code pertaining to parking spaces in the CBD and building
height and stories; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has determined that it would be advisable to amend
the Zoning Code as follows: (i) parking spaces in all districts should be treated as accessory uses;
(ii) that private parking lots should be treated as special uses in the ROS, CBD, WF and I1 zoning
districts; (iii) that parking facilities be added as permitted uses in the C, B1 and B2 zoning districts
and as special uses in the ROS, CBD and I1 zoning districts; (iv) that the maximum height of
buildings in the CBD should be 30 feet and two (2) stories; (v) that a minimum of 60% of the
ground floor of any building in the CBD proposed to include residential units on upper floors shall
be used for commercial or public uses; (vi) that subject to the foregoing limitation, any building in
the CBD proposed to include residential units on upper floors may be used for private parking
spaces as a special use; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on August 20, 2026 on
the proposed amendments to the Harbor Springs Zoning Code, including that which is contained
in this Ordinance and considered minor amendments to the language at its meeting on September
3, 2026, and sought public comment thereon; and,
WHEREAS, after consideration, at the meeting on September 3, 2026, the Harbor Springs
Planning Commission recommended the adoption of the zoning provisions contained in this
Ordinance; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has studied this matter, accepts the recommendation of the
Planning Commission, concurs therewith, and finds that adoption of the within Ordinance is
necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the City of Harbor Springs,
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS ORDAINS:
Section 1
Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by
amending Section 3.1.1 thereof, in its entirety, as follows:
Section 3.1.1 Interpreting the Regulatory Uses Table
A. Permitted Uses: The symbol [P] indicates land uses permitted by right in a zoning
district.
B. Uses Requiring Special Use Permit: The symbol [S] indicates land uses permitted after
review and approval as a special use permit in accordance with Article 9 of this
Ordinance.
C. Parking Spaces as Accessory Use: The symbol [A] indicates where parking spaces are
permitted as an accessory use to land uses permitted by right in a zoning district, in
accordance with applicable requirements of Article 6 of this Ordinance, and requirements
of the district in which the use is proposed.
D. Uses With Supplemental Standards: The symbol [*] indicates land uses that have
supplemental regulations provided in Article 7 of this Ordinance.
E. Uses Not Allowed: If a land use type is not allowed in a zoning district, it is blank
without a [P], or [S] or [A].

-1-

Section 2
Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by
amending Section 3.2 thereof, in its entirety, as follows:
Section 3.2 Regulated Uses Table
ZONING DISTRICTS

Residential
Accessory Dwelling Units*
Bed/Breakfast*
Boarding/Rooming House
Employee Housing
Home Occupations*
Mobile Homes
Mobile Home Parks
2-Units*
Multifamily
Duplex
Dwellings:
3-Units*
Duplexes,
4-Units
Apartment
5 or More
Townhomes
Units
Open Space Preservation
Residential Connected to
Office or Service
Residential Units on Upper
Floors of Buildings
Single-Family Dwellings
State Licensed Facilities
Public / Quasi Public
Boat Launch
Cemeteries
Cultural Center
Golf Facilities (Outdoor)
Municipal
Beach/Recreation Areas
Municipal Building/Parking
Municipal Cemeteries
Nature Preserve
Parking Facility
Private Clubs, Lodges, &
Fraternal Organizations
Public Parks
Religious Institutions
Schools
Telecommunications
Radio & Television Towers
Commercial
Alcohol-Related Business
Brandy Manufacturer
Brewer
Brewpub
Distiller
Micro-brewer
Mixed-spirit Drink Mfg.

RA

R-1A R1B
R-1E

R-2

S
S

S
S

S
S

P

P

P

MHP

RM

C

ROS

CBD

B1

B2

WF

I1

S
S

P
P
P

P

S
S
P

P

P

P

P

P

P
P
P
S

P
P

S

P
P

S

S
P

P
P

P

P

P

P

P

P
P

S

P

P

P
S
P

P

P

S
P
P
P
S
P

P
S
S

P
S
S

P
S
S

P

P

P
S
S

S

P

P

P

P

S

P

P

S

S

S

S

S

S
S

S
(licensed by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission)
P
P

Commercial
Small Distiller
Small Wine Maker
Tasting Room
Assembly Facilities
Automobile & Vehicle
Repair
Automobile Service
Stations

S

S

S

S

S

S

S
S
S
P

S
S
S
P

S

-2-

P
P
P

P
P
S
P
S
P

P
S

ZONING DISTRICTS
RA

Business Services
Child Care Centers
Commercial Entertainment,
Indoor
Commercial Laundry or Dry
Cleaner
Farming Operation
Financial Services
Food-Related Businesses
Bakery
Food Market
Restaurant
Restaurant-Drive Thru
Funeral Establishments
Greenhouses & Nurseries
Healthcare Services
Kennels
Lodging Establishments
Medical Lab
Outdoor Sales & Display*
Personal Service
Establishments
Private Boat Sales, Service,
Storage
Private Parking Lots
Professional Services
Restaurant – Drive Thru

Retail

Food
General
Products
Produced
On-Site

Roadside Stands
Services & Trades
Establishment
Shopping Center
Temporary Construction
Buildings and Uses
Truck Farming

R-1A R1B
R-1E

R-2

MHP

RM

C

ROS

CBD

B1

B2

P
P

P

P

P
P

P
P
P

WF

I1

P
P
P

P

P

P

P
P
P

P
P
P

P
P
P

S

S

S

S

S

P
P

P
P

S
P
P
P

P
P
P

S
S
P
P

P

P
S
P

P
S

S
P

S
P

P
P

P
P

P

P
P

S

S

S
S
P
P
P

-3-

ZONING DISTRICTS
RA

R-1-A
R-1-B
R-1-E

R-2

MHP

RM

C

ROS

CBD

B1

B2

Manufacturing
Boat Houses (private)
Contractor
Establishments
Contractor Storage
Distribution Centers
Manufacturing, Food
Manufacturing, Light

WF

I1

P

P
S
P
S
S
S

Marine Maintenance
Outdoor Sales, Storage of
Boats
Painting, Varnishing, or
Vulcanizing
Research & Development
Facilities
Self-Storage Facilities
Sexually Oriented
Businesses
Veterinary Services
Wholesale/Warehouse

P
P

S
P
S
S
P
S
S
P

Parking Spaces
Parking Spaces

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

S

A

A

A

A

Section 3
Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by
amending Section 3.4.10 thereof, in its entirety, as follows:
Section 3.4.10 Central Business District (CBD)
A. Dimensional Requirements:
Central Business District CBD
LOT OCCUPATION

STANDARD

Minimum Lot Width

--

Minimum Lot Area

--

Maximum Lot Coverage—meet or exceed the
minimum lot area.

Equal to the first floor of the building, plus the space
required for pedestrian circulation and parking.

Maximum Lot Coverage—less than min lot area

--

PRINCIPAL BUILDING

STANDARD

Front Setback

None

Side Setback

None

Rear Setback

None

Corner Lot—Side Setback

None

Maximum Height

30 feet.
Rooftop mechanical equipment can
protrude another 42 inches above the 30 feet and
must be located so it is not visible from an adjacent
street.
Rooftop decks are allowed, but the top of the railing
cannot exceed the 30-foot maximum building height.

Maximum Stories

2

Minimum Floor Area / Unit

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B. Additional Requirements:
1. Outdoor Displays of Goods are permitted on a temporary basis, subject to a separate
permit and supplemental provisions in Article 7.
2. Other architectural and building requirements are found in Article 4; Section 4.3, Downtown
Overlay District.
3. A minimum of 60% of the ground floor area of any building proposed to include residential
units on upper floors shall be used for commercial or public uses.
4. Subject to Section 3.410(B)(3), the ground floor area of any building proposed to include
residential units on upper floors may be used for private parking spaces, subject to approval
as a special use under Article 9 of this Ordinance.

Section 4
The provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable, and if any clause,
sentence, word, section or provision is declared void or unenforceable for any reason by a court of
competent jurisdiction, the remaining portions of said ordinance shall remain in force.
Section 5
This ordinance shall take effect ten days after its adoption and publication.
Section 6
A copy of this Ordinance may be obtained or inspected during normal business hours at
City Hall, 160 Zoll Street, Harbor Springs, Michigan.
We hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the City
Council of the City of Harbor Springs at a regular meeting held on September 21,
2026.

Thomas F. Graham, Jr., Mayor

Nick W. Whitaker, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the publication of Ordinance Number 444 was made in the September
23, 2026 issue of the Harbor Light, a weekly newspaper published and circulated in the City of
Harbor Springs.

Nick W. Whitaker, City Clerk

4926-5903-1760, v. 4

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4D – Year to Date Budget Update

Background – The enclosed year-to-date budget reports provide financial data for the current
fiscal year January 1 through August 31, 2026. Generally, we expect to be at approximately
67% of expenditures. Not all services and activities are equal month to month. Therefore, you
will see numbers related to some activities as much higher or lower than the 67% depending on
when services are provided.
The city’s general fund is in excellent shape financially. Tax revenues received are ~$221,000
over budget estimates and expenditures are ~$810,000 under budget. $450,000 in unspent funds
relate to the Kiwanis Park building project that is being moved into the 2027 budget (the city
received a $500k grant). The city manager and police department budgets are also ~$50,000
under budget year to date.
Budgets and line items dealing with snow and ice were heavily impacted by the significant snow
events last winter.
The electric fund includes the sale of bonds and construction of the new substation. This project
will begin in the 4th quarter of this fiscal year and is expected to be completed in the 4th quarter
of 2027. The 15-year bonds to fund this project will be priced on September 23. Electric rates
need to be increased to cover this new debt payment as well as to fund other critical electric
upgrades along M-119 and throughout the system.
Sewer fund – the budget is in excellent shape however the replacement of Lift Station 2 and
approximatley 2.5 miles of force sewer main along Bay Street need to be included in future
budgets. The current estimate is $2M for the lift station (100% city) and $6M for the force sewer
main (64% city 34% twp).
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
No action necessary
Attachments

Budget reports of each fund for fiscal year 2026 through August 31, 2026.

1

City of Harbor Springs
General Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Current Property Taxes-Operating
Current Property Taxes-Public Safety
Other Revenues

2,305,172.02
386,665.54
1,095,250.82

2,100,000.00
370,000.00
1,926,900.00

(205,172.02)
(16,665.54)
831,649.18

110%
105%
57%

Total Revenues

3,787,088.38

4,396,900.00

609,811.62

86%

4,573.08
110,565.65
6,822.12
86,150.33
43,272.29
12,830.95
130,249.53
27,093.96
63,762.73
812,760.17
203,102.17
67,790.24
52,322.29
12,166.34
32,357.01
54,890.86
157,686.30
1,628.39
12,196.95
13,252.55
105,848.19
13,311.23
123,499.91
5,728.07
9,042.08
13,579.22
22,016.91
203,784.00

4,300.00
241,100.00
8,700.00
182,800.00
81,800.00
103,500.00
196,300.00
65,200.00
120,500.00
1,294,400.00
438,000.00
138,200.00
70,700.00
48,500.00
39,100.00
43,600.00
253,400.00
2,400.00
13,300.00
50,600.00
135,000.00
473,000.00
346,100.00
8,700.00
56,300.00
16,500.00
49,500.00
315,600.00

(273.08)
130,534.35
1,877.88
96,649.67
38,527.71
90,669.05
66,050.47
38,106.04
56,737.27
481,639.83
234,897.83
70,409.76
18,377.71
36,333.66
6,742.99
(11,290.86)
95,713.70
771.61
1,103.05
37,347.45
29,151.81
459,688.77
222,600.09
2,971.93
47,257.92
2,920.78
27,483.09
111,816.00

106%
46%
78%
47%
53%
12%
66%
42%
53%
63%
46%
49%
74%
25%
83%
126%
62%
68%
92%
26%
78%
3%
36%
66%
16%
82%
44%
65%

2,402,283.52

4,797,100.00

2,394,816.48

50%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES
Legislative
City Manager
City Clerk/Elections
Accounting
Assessing
Legal Services
City Clerk
City Treasurer
City Hall Operations &Maintenance
Police Department
Fire Department
Planning & Zoning
Refuse Collection
Leaf Pick-Up/Composting
Sidewalks
Parking Lots
DPW Administration
Materials Management
Airport Activities
SK-8 Park Operations
Beach Operations
Kiwanis Sled Hill Operations
Parks & Grounds Maintenance
Deer Park Operations
Tree Planting & Trimming
Community Promotion
Blackbird Museum
Other Functions
Total Expenditures

City of Harbor Springs
Major Street Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

State Sources
Other Revenues

182,611.15
5,190.78

250,000.00
8,500.00

67,388.85
3,309.22

73%
61%

Total Revenues

187,801.93

258,500.00

70,698.07

73%

Street Construction
Surface Maintenance
Drainage
Sweeping
Signs & Markers
Snow & Ice Control
Trunkline Maintenance
Other Functions

0
15,827.82
10,142.65
3,063.95
15,395.99
87,998.61
43,322.00
8,138.80

0
56,700.00
14,800.00
15,400.00
24,500.00
56,900.00
50,800.00
34,100.00

0
40,872.18
4,657.35
12,336.05
9,104.01
(31,098.61)
7,478.00
25,961.20

0%
28%
69%
20%
63%
155%
85%
24%

Total Expenditures

183,889.82

253,200.00

69,310.18

73%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Local Street Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Current Property Taxes
State Sources
Other Revenues

363,555.54
50,314.32
6,145.89

329,200.00
83,000.00
10,000.00

(34,355.54)
32,685.68
3,854.11

110%
61%
61%

Total Revenues

420,015.75

422,200.00

2,184.25

99%

Sidewalk Construction
Street Construction
Surface Maintenance
Drainage
Sweeping
Signs & Markers
Snow & Ice Control
Other Functions

23,365.00
981.47
15,229.94
2,447.58
1,962.32
7,176.77
60,008.22
8,622.60

85,000.00
0.00
64,000.00
11,900.00
8,600.00
10,700.00
61,700.00
33,200.00

61,635.00
(981.47)
48,770.06
9,452.42
6,637.68
3,523.23
1,691.78
24,577.40

27%
0%
24%
21%
23%
67%
97%
26%

Total Expenditures

119,793.90

275,100.00

155,306.10

44%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Downtown Development Authority
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Current Property Taxes (T.I.F.)
Assessments
Other Revenues

127,482.19
23,514.00
25,150.00

181,000.00
46,000.00
41,825.00

53,517.81
22,486.00
16,675.00

70%
51%
60%

Total Revenues

176,146.19

268,825.00

92,678.81

66%

Personnel Costs
Downtown Projects and Programming
Other Functions

35,873.98
52,249.51
8,797.11

68,550.00
183,550.00
16,400.00

32,676.02
131,300.49
7,602.89

52%
28%
54%

Total Expenditures

96,920.60

268,500.00

171,579.40

36%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Electric Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Unearned/
Unexpended

YTD
% of Total

Sales to Customers
Other Revenues

3,727,834.00
111,888.84

5,300,000.00
8,092,100.00

1,572,166.00
7,980,211.16

70%
1%

Total Revenues

3,839,722.84

13,392,100.00

9,552,377.16

29%

Utility Billing/Meter Reading
Cost of Labor
Street Lights
Building & Grounds
Miss Dig
Line Maintenance
Customer Services
Material Handling
Security Lights
Tree Trimming
Line Extensions & Improvements
Meter Testing & Repair
Community Promotion
Other Functions

65,697.78
184,468.83
27,543.82
42,630.99
39,874.50
168,765.13
64,770.09
11,580.14
10,411.60
31,250.61
2,244.40
11,016.18
17,850.36
2,106,900.68

128,300.00
105,000.00
41,600.00
64,300.00
72,700.00
184,100.00
89,000.00
19,100.00
19,700.00
51,400.00
6,000,000.00
16,000.00
36,900.00
4,179,800.00

62,602.22
(79,468.83)
14,056.18
21,669.01
32,825.50
15,334.87
24,229.91
7,519.86
9,288.40
20,149.39
5,997,755.60
4,983.82
19,049.64
2,072,899.32

51%
176%
66%
66%
55%
92%
73%
61%
53%
61%
0%
69%
48%
50%

Total Expenditures

2,785,005.11

11,007,900.00

8,222,894.89

25%

Account Name
REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Water and Sewer Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Sales to Customers
Other Revenues

1,418,249.07
14,141.08

2,063,500.00
83,800.00

645,250.93
69,658.92

69%
17%

Total Revenues

1,432,390.15

2,147,300.00

714,909.85

67%

Utility Billing/Meter Reading
Cost of Labor
Building & Grounds
Miss Dig
Material Handling
Meter Testing & Repair
Hydrant Maintenance
Wells Maintenance
Mains Maintenance
Sevice Lines & Valves
Turn Ons & Turn Offs
Sewer Line Maintenance
Sewer Lift Station
Water System Improvements
Sewer System Improvements
West Traverse Twp Water System
Other Functions

63,934.11
0.00
10,115.79
13,297.77
362.02
1,525.88
2,617.79
84,170.20
4,161.44
21,079.42
8,069.88
57,775.45
75.00
0.00
0.00
9,933.69
588,134.16

118,700.00
1,500.00
42,400.00
24,500.00
3,400.00
3,200.00
6,600.00
142,200.00
20,200.00
89,200.00
19,900.00
78,500.00
21,400.00
0.00
0.00
10,900.00
1,897,600.00

54,765.89
1,500.00
32,284.21
11,202.23
3,037.98
1,674.12
3,982.21
58,029.80
16,038.56
68,120.58
11,830.12
20,724.55
21,325.00
0.00
0.00
966.31
1,309,465.84

54%
0%
24%
54%
11%
48%
40%
59%
21%
24%
41%
74%
0%
0%
0%
91%
31%

Total Expenditures

865,252.60

2,480,200.00

1,614,947.40

35%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Waterfront Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Dockage
Moorage
Other Revenues

408,895.15
96,866.00
53,109.70

450,000.00
95,000.00
321,200.00

41,104.85
(1,866.00)
268,090.30

91%
102%
17%

Total Revenues

558,870.85

866,200.00

307,329.15

65%

Marine Law Enforcement
Municipal Docks
Harbormaster
Moorage Area
Parks & Grounds
Other Functions

19,576.66
50,334.87
95,839.72
7,493.07
60,406.09
17,611.76

37,100.00
86,500.00
782,900.00
32,500.00
106,000.00
64,600.00

17,523.34
36,165.13
687,060.28
25,006.93
45,593.91
46,988.24

53%
58%
12%
23%
57%
27%

Total Expenditures

251,262.17

1,109,600.00

858,337.83

23%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

City of Harbor Springs
Equipment Fund
Statement of Operations for Period
January 1 through August 31, 2026
(Approximately 67% of fiscal year activity)
Activity as of
08/31/26

2026
Budget

Equipment Rental
Other Revenues

467,670.66
17,724.60

565,000.00
25,500.00

97,329.34
7,775.40

83%
70%

Total Revenues

485,395.26

590,500.00

105,104.74

82%

Buildings & Grounds
Vehicle Maintenance
Other Functions

131,743.96
103,005.42
126,221.49

137,700.00
152,500.00
716,800.00

5,956.04
49,494.58
590,578.51

96%
68%
18%

Total Expenditures

360,970.87

1,007,000.00

646,029.13

36%

Account Name

Unearned/
YTD
Unexpended % of Total

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

4E – Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

Background – The City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) was adopted with the budget in
December 2025. I’m asking for feedback on what works well and what does not work well with
the past process. I also want to share my thoughts on a timing change.
I believe it is helpful to move the CIP adoption cycle approximately 6 months before the budget
adoption (May or June). This allows the council, staff and community to focus more attention on
the CIP and once adopted it becomes the foundation of the next year’s budget development. If
the council likes this timeline change, we should also consider an abbreviated CIP process for
this fall.
I suggest a work session meeting with City Council, the City Manager’s office, Clerk/Treasurer,
Police Chief and division supervisors (Hughey, Chop, Josh) to discuss capital priorities for the
2027 fiscal year be scheduled for early October. We will report to council the status of CIP
projects included in the 2026 budget and discuss any changes (additions, subtractions or delays)
we believe should be considered for 2027. This will also provide Council with an opportunity to
discuss their ideas, ask questions and ultimately set a direction for capital projects in 2027 before
we dig into the FY 2027 budget process.
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
None
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
Discuss the timeline and process to update the 2026-2031 CIP for the next year.
Attachments

2026 – 2031 Capital Improvement Plan

1

City of Harbor Springs
Capital Improvements Plan
FINAL December 15, 2025

FY 2026-2031

1

OVERVIEW
2026-2031 CIP Introduction
The City of Harbor Springs FY 2026-2031 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) is a six-year plan for
capital improvements throughout the City. The plan presents the City’s capital needs and wants
and strives to be in alignment with the goals and priorities set forth in the City’s Master Plan and
other City plans. The CIP ensures that the City is forward-looking and proactive in identifying
areas of needed and desired capital investment.
The creation of this CIP stems from the Michigan Planning Enabling Act (Public Act 33 of 2008).
This mandate gives the responsibility for preparing a CIP to local Planning Commission bodies
and reads as follows:
125.3865 Capital Improvements program of public structures and improvements/ preparation; basis. Sec.
65. (1) To further the desirable future development of the local unit of government under the master plan,
a planning commission, after adoption of a master plan, shall annually prepare a capital improvements
program of public structures and improvements, unless the planning commission is exempted from this
requirement by charter or otherwise. If the planning commission is exempted, the legislative body either
shall prepare and adopt a capital improvements program, separate from or as a part of the annual budget,
or shall delegate the preparation of the capital improvements program to the chief elected official or a
nonelected administrative official, subject to final approval by the legislative body. The capital
improvements program shall show those public structures and improvements, in the general order of their
priority, that in the commission's judgment will be needed or desirable and can be undertaken within the
ensuing 6-year period. The capital improvements program shall be based upon the requirements of the
local unit of government for all types of public structures and improvements. Consequently, each agency
or department of the local unit of government with authority for public structures or improvements shall
upon request furnish the planning commission with lists, plans, and estimates of time and cost of those
public structures and improvements.

The CIP is a planning tool. Each year all projects and acquisitions over $10,000 included within
the CIP are reviewed, a call for new projects is made, and adjustments are made to existing projects
arising from changes in the amount of required funding, conditions, or timeline. With thoughtful
foresight and review resulting from this CIP, the many outstanding capital projects that Harbor
Springs is faced with implementing every year can be viewed as one package rather than as small,
fragmented groups or lists.
When capital improvements begin with careful planning and study, the City’s chances for
receiving state and federal grant money is also greatly enhanced. Some grants, for example, require
the inclusion of a CIP as part of the application process. Formulation of a CIP helps those involved
to look at alternative funding mechanisms that might not have been considered before. Instead of
relying on local revenue sources alone, the CIP allows the City to think more creatively to fulfill
Master Plan goals and policies. The CIP will continue to develop over time by adding features to
gradually improve quality and sophistication.
Current year items identified in the CIP will be incorporated in the proposed budget. Because the
plan is forward-looking, however, the budget is subject to available funding, changing priorities
and unanticipated events. Moreover, because years two through six are for planning purposes only,
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approval of this plan does not have the effect of appropriating money for these projects, nor does
it imply funding will be available.
For the purpose of this plan, a capital expenditure is any anticipated City project or acquisition of
goods that is anticipated to cost at least $10,000. This includes a wide array of items ranging from
purchasing vehicles and equipment to performing significant street and electric work. This does
not include regular recurring expenses, such as payroll, energy purchases, consultant (legal,
engineering and planning) fees, and etc.
Harbor Springs CIP 2026-2031 Summary
The Harbor Springs 2026-2031CIP totals $19.34 million in expenditures over the course of the
next six years and covers 73 projects and acquisitions over $10,000. This total figure does not
factor in potential grant monies or community donations the City may receive, meaning the funds
expended are not all necessarily coming from tax or other existing revenues. For example, projects
such as the Bike Path and Kiwanis Park will primarily be completed by donations and grants.
Further, the total cost does not include monies for three anticipated but undetermined future road
resurfacing projects. The charts on the following pages present the information gathered and
reviewed by staff and the CIP scoring team.
This year’s scoring team consisted of the City Council members, planning commission chair, city
manager, police chief, and city clerk/treasurer. The mayor did not submit scores, and one
Councilmember’s only submitted partial scores. The scoring team reviewed all capital projects and
purchases submitted by City staff and evaluated the submissions based on seven criteria:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Does it contribute to the health, safety and welfare of the community?
Does it comply with a City ordinance or State or federal law?
Does it remedy an existing or projected deficiency?
Does it conform to an existing plan or policy?
Does it contribute to the long term needs of the community?
How large is the service area or impact?
How important and urgent is it?

The maximum score a project can receive is 35. These scores provide the Planning Commission
and City Council with guidance on the necessity, usefulness and public benefit of the projects. It
also allows the City to prioritize projects based on needs and available funding. Higher scoring
projects should be considered before lower scoring projects within particular City funds, especially
if a fund does not have enough projected revenue to cover costs. The Council Chambers AV
Upgrades and New York Trash Enclosure projects were not scored due to the timing of receiving
information, and some repeat purchases (such as police vehicles and undergrounding cables) were
only scored once.

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Harbor Springs 2026-2031 CIP Snapshot
Projects/Purchases:
Total cost:
Average cost per Project/Purchase:
Projects Anticipating Grants/Donations:
Highest Scoring Project:
Lowest Scoring Project:

73
$19.34 million
$264,931
9
46kV Line Rebuild; Substation
Naturescape

In the 2025-2030 CIP, the City had 75 projects at a total cost of $23.8 million. For the 2026-2031
CIP, the City has a total of 73 projects for about $19.34 million. Although we have near the same
number of projects, the overall costs have decreased because several larger projects being were
replaced with lower-cost project, and because the same factors that drove up labor and materials
costs post-Covid seem to have stabilized. Still, we are seeing some increased costs due to tariffs
(such as on last year’s transformer purchase).
We are again emphasizing the need and desire for grants or donations to fund parks projects.
However, we cannot predict if we will receive enough money in grants and donations to cover all
of these costs. Some projects can be delayed if grant funding or donations are not available, such
as the Bike Path and Boardwalk Replacement (Eastern Section). However, other projects will
likely proceed regardless if grants are received (such as necessary infrastructure projects).
Finally, we are projecting to need about $3.22 million per year over the next six years, with just
over $1.1 million in capital expenditures in 2030 and nearly $9.5 million in 2026. Much of the
costs will come from the Electric Fund due to the substation and transmission line project, and
most of the projects will come from the Streets, Electric, and General funds. The City has also
authorized the issuance of bonds for the substation and related electric projects. Further, many
projects from the General Fund will rely on grants or donations because no reliable revenue stream
currently exists for them to be completely or mostly funded by the General Fund. However, the
City has saved up significant money in its Repairs and Replacement fund that some General Fund
infrastructure projects could strictly rely on, such as Zorn Beach bathrooms upgrade and the
Blackbird Museum renovations. It’s important to note that several projects require money from
multiple funds.

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Total # of Projects Per Fund

30
# OF PROJECTS

25

24

20
15
10
5

16

13

15

6

0

1

3

FUND

* The above chart shows more total projects than 73 because several projects are split between funds.

Number of Projects Per Year

Number of Projects

24

14

2026

2027

9

9

2028

2029

Year

5

8

2030

9

2031

Cost per Fund

12000000
10000000
COST

8000000
6000000
4000000
2000000

0

FUNDS

Total Cost as % Per Fund
12%

1%
-1%

14%

14%

7%

52%

General

Water/Sewer

Streets

6

Electric

Equipment

Waterfront

DDA

Cost Per Year
10000000
9000000
8000000
7000000

Cost in $

6000000
5000000
4000000
3000000
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2026

2027

2028

7

Year

2029

2030

2031

Projects/Purchases for Year 2026
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

46kV Line Rebuild

$1,767,000

Electric

31

Substation

$4,668,000

Electric

31

46kV Metering Structure Upgrades

$86,000

Electric

30.6

Police Building Computer Servers
Replacement

$17,000

General

28.3

M-119/Shore Dr. Phase 3

$600,000

Electric

27.7

Sidewalk Repair Work (Downtown)

$10,000

DDA

26.9

SCADA System (Water)

$25,000

Water

26.6

Kiwanis Park Upgrades

$500,000

Donations, Grants,
General

25.5

Sidewalk Replacement

$75,000

Streets

25.4

Police Vehicle (2026)

$79,422

Equipment

24.6

Plow Truck

$250,000

Equipment

24.4

Underground Primary Replacements

$50,000

Electric

23.2

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

$100,000

Streets

21.8

Roof Replacement

$40,000

Streets, Water

21.4

City Beach Restrooms Upgrade

$80,000

General, Grants,
Donations

21.3

Water Service Vehicle Replacement

$90,000

Equipment

20

Replace DPW Tractor

$40,000

Equipment

19.4

Blackbird Museum Renovations

$120,000

General (Historical)

17.8

8

Security Cameras at DPW

$15,000

Electric, Water &
Sewer, Streets,

17

Shay Park Updates

$40,000

General, Grants,
Donations

14.1

Council Chambers AV Upgrades

$50,000

General, Donations

N/A

New York Parking Lot Trash
Enclosure

$20,000

DDA

N/A

9

Projects/Purchases for Year 2027
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

MPPA Metering Building Repair

$10,000

Electric

27.7

M-119/Shore Dr. Rebuild Phase 4

$700,000

Electric

25.9

Marine Patrol Boat Replacement

$325,000

Equipment

25.8

Sidewalk Replacement

$35,000

Street

25.6

M-119 Nelson to Hoyt Water/Sewer

$1,200,000

Water & Sewer, Street

25.4

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

$100,000

Streets

25.2

Bucket Truck

$325,000

Equipment

24.9

Underground Primary Replacements

$50,000

Electric

23.2

Various Roads

TBD

Streets

22.3

North FEMA Project

$75,000

Water & Sewer,
Electric, Streets

22

Half Ton Pickup Truck Replacement

$75,000

Equipment

21.7

Police Building New Carpet and
Interior Paint

$13,000

General

18.1

Kiwanis Park Playground Equipment

$150,000

Donations, General,
Grants

15.8

Boardwalk Replacement

$500,000

Donations, General

14.9

Tree Grate and Lighting & Electrical
Project

$90,000

DDA

14.4

Harborview Park Upgrade

$100,000

General, Grants

14.1

10

Projects/Purchases for Year 2028
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

Sidewalk Replacement

$35,000

Streets

25.6

SCADA System (Electric)

$85,000

Electric

24.7

Police Vehicle (2028)

$89,239

Equipment

24.6

Underground Primary Replacements

$50,000

Electric

23.2

Fiber Installation

$115,000

Electric

23

West Conway Electric Rebuild

$125,000

Electric

23

Various Roads

TBD

Streets

22.3

Generator Controls Upgrade

$100,000

Electric

22.1

Bike path

$800,000

Donations, Grants,
General, Street

16.3

11

Projects/Purchases for Year 2029
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

Sidewalk Replacement

$35,000

Streets

25.6

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

$100,000

Streets

25.2

Police Vehicle (2029)

$94,953

Equipment

24.6

Glenn Drive Water Main

$900,000

Water, Streets

24.5

Underground Primary Replacements

$50,000

Electric

23.2

Electric System GIS Phase 1

$165,000

Electric

22.4

Various Roads

TBD

Streets

22.3

Lower Shore Drive

$280,000

Electric

19.9

Indian Town Park Update

$150,000

General, Grants,
Donations

15.3

12

Projects/Purchases for Year 2030
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

Sidewalk Replacement

$40,000

Streets

25.6

Police Vehicle (2030)

$100,000

Equipment

24.6

Clayton Road Substation Switch
Upgrade: Phase 1

$55,000

Electric

23.9

Electric System GIS Phase 2

$165,000

Electric

22.7

Plow Truck

$300,000

Equipment

22.6

Half Ton Pickup Truck Replacement

$80,000

Equipment

21.4

Underground Cable Replacement

$250,000

Electric

18.4

Naturescape (City Hall / Deer Park
Area)

$150,000

General, Grants,
Donations

10.4

13

Projects/Purchases for Year 2031
Project

Cost

Fund

Score

Sidewalk Replacement

$40,000

Streets

25.6

Bay Street Water and Sewer, Judd to
Zoll

$1,500,000

Water & Sewer,
Streets, Electric

23.9

Clayton Road Substation Switch
Upgrade: Phase 2

$45,000

Electric

23.9

Clayton Road Voltage Regulator
Replacement

$300,000

Electric

23.4

Police Vehicle (2031)

$105,000

Equipment

23.1

Emmet Heights Road Three Phase

$90,000

Electric

22.6

Wheel Loader

$275,000

Equipment

21.7

Water Service Vehicle Replacement

$100,000

Equipment

20.9

Ford Park Greenspace

$100,000

Waterfront

16.1

14

Project Descriptions
Project
No.

Project Title

Year

Cost

Description

Funding
Source

Master
Plan
Goals

Score

1

46kV Line
Rebuild

2026

$1,767,000

Reconstruction of
the old CE 46kV
transmission line
from Clayton Road
Substation to East
Lake Street & Hoyt
Street with #336.4
ACSR and OPGW
insulated and
operated at 46kV.

Electric

14

31

2

46kV
Metering
Structure
Upgrades

2026

$86,000

Upgrade of the 2pole 46kV metering
structure at the CE
tap point north of
Clayton Rd.
substation,
including
replacement of
porcelain insulators
and arresters,
covered copper
jumper wires, and
wildlife guards.

Electric

14

30.6

3

Bay Street
Water and
Sewer, Judd
to Zoll

2031

$1,500,000

Install 1,800 feet of
8-inch water main
on Bay Street, from
Judd to Zoll. This
project would likely
include sanitary
sewer, storm sewer,
and forced main
replacement.

Water &
Sewer,
Street,
Electric

14

23.9

4

Bike path

2028

$800,000

Extend the Little
Traverse Wheelway
bike path to

Donations,
Grants,

5, 11, 12

16.3

15

downtown Harbor
Springs.

General,
Street

5

Blackbird
Museum
Renovations

2026

$120,000

Renovate interior of
the Blackbird
Museum with
modernized
displays and
fixtures.

General
(Historical)

5, 15

17.8*

6

Boardwalk
Replacement

2027

$500,000

Repair and/or
replace the eastern
section of the
boardwalk.

Donations,
General

5, 11, 12

14.9

7

Bucket Truck

2027

$325,000

Replace oldest
electric bucket
truck.

Equipment

13, 14

24.9

8

Chip/Fog
Seal Roads

2026

$100,000

Chip and fog seal
Second Street,
Center Street, Pine
Street

Streets

11

21.8

9

Chip/Fog
Seal Roads

2027

$100,000

Chip and fog seal
roads yet to be
determined

Streets

11

25.2*

10

Chip/Fog
Seal Roads

2029

$100,000

Chip and fog seal
roads yet to be
determined

Streets

11

25.2*

11

City Beach
Restrooms
Upgrade

2026

$80,000

Improvement to
Beach building that
include plumbing,
ventilation, roof

General,
Grants,
Donations

4

21.3

12

Clayton Road
Substation
Switch
Upgrade:
Phase 1

2030

$55,000

Perform substation
switch upgrades for
the regulators.

Electric

14

23.9

13

Clayton Road
Substation
Switch
Upgrade:
Phase 2

2031

$45,000

Perform substation
switch upgrades for
the regulators.

Electric

14

23.9

16

14

Clayton Road
Voltage
Regulator
Replacement

2031

$300,000

Replacement of one
set of voltage
regulators at
Clayton Road
Substation.

Electric

14

23.4

15

Council
Chambers
AV Upgrades

2026

$50,000

Upgrade the audiovisual system in the
Council Chambers.

General,
Donations

N/A

N/A

16

Electric
System GIS
Phase 1

2029

$165,000

Implementation of
the initial phase of a
GIS database and
mapping for the
electric system.

Electric

14

22.4

17

Electric
System GIS
Phase 2

2030

$165,000

Implementation of
the second phase of
a GIS database and
mapping for the
electric system.

Electric

14

22.7

18

Emmet
Heights Road
Three Phase

2031

$90,000

Emmet Heights
three-phase
enhancments for
reliability.

Electric

14

22.6

19

Fiber
Installation

2028

$115,000

Install fiber line
from substation to
DPW building.

Electric

14

23

20

Ford Park
Greenspace

2031

$100,000

Redesign Ford Park
for better circulation
and utilization of
greenspace.

Waterfront

9

16.1

21

Generator
Controls
Upgrade

2028

$100,000

Upgrade the
controls for our
generators. This one
time investment
could result in
$75,000+ revenue
annually.

Electric

14

22.1

22

Glenn Drive
Water Main

2029

$900,000

Upgrade and
replace Glenn Drive
and Woods Drive
water mains.

Water,
Streets

14

24.5

17

23

Half Ton
Pickup Truck
Replacement

2027

$75,000

Replace the oldest
half-ton pick up
truck used by DPW.

Equipment

13

21.7

24

Half Ton
Pickup Truck
Replacement

2030

$80,000

Replace the next
oldest half-ton pick
up truck used by
DPW.

Equipment

13

21.4

25

Harborview
Park Upgrade

2027

$100,000

Add a concrete pad
and pavilion to
greenspace next to
pickle ball courts.
Add a large park
grill and ADA
walking loop.

General,
Grants

4

14.1

26

Indian Town
Park Update

2029

$150,000

Improvements to
Indian Town Park
and add wayfinding
signage.

General,
Grants,
Donations

4

15.3

27

Kiwanis Park
Upgrades

2026

$500,000

Remodel Kiwanis
Park building.

Donations,
Grants,
General

4, 7

25.5

28

Kiwanis Park
Playground
Equipment

2027

$150,000

Update Kiwanis
Playground to add
equipment for older
kids

Donations,
General,
Grants

4

15.8

29

Lower Shore
Drive

2029

$280,000

Convert voltage on
Lower Shore Drive
and Windmere
Pines Ct.

Electric

14

19.9

30

M-119
Nelson to
Hoyt
Water/Sewer

2027

$1,200,000

Replace the water
main, curb and
road, along with the
sanitary sewer on
M-119, from
Nelson to Hoyt.
This was attempted
to be replaced
concurrent with the
FEMA project, but
MDOT was unable
to secure funding
for the road, curb,

Water &
Sewer,
Street

14

25.4

18

and storm sewer
portion.
31

M-119/Shore
Dr. Phase 3

2026

$600,000

Pole and conductor
replacements, and
rebuild phase 3.

Electric

14

27.7

32

M-119/Shore
Dr. Rebuild
Phase 4

2027

$700,000

Pole and conductor
replacement/rebuild
of phase 4 – final
phase of the project.

Electric

14

25.9

33

Marine Patrol
Boat
Replacement

2027

$325,000

Replace the failing
marine patrol boat.

Equipment

13

25.8

34

MPPA
Metering
Building
Repair

2027

$10,000

Repair and upgrades
to the MPPA
metering building
outside of Clayton
Road substation,
including
replacement of
failing exterior
pieces, removal of
abandoned
communications
and metering
equipment, and
preparation for
future SCADA
communications
connections.

Electric

14

27.7

35

Naturescape
(City Hall /
Deer Park
Area)

2030

$150,000

Create a connector
along spillway to
deer park that
creates a
naturescape area

General,
Grants,
Donations

1, 4

10.4

36

New York
Parking Lot
Trash
Enclosure

2026

$20,000

Replace and
improve the trash
enclosure in the
New York Public
Parking Lot.

DDA

8

N/A

37

North FEMA
Project

2027

$75,000

Complete
floodplain
mitigation work at
Fairview Street by

Water &
Sewer,

14

22*

19

the DPW building
and school. This
project may depend
on the participation
of the School and
Irish Boat Shop.

Electric,
Street

38

Plow Truck

2026

$250,000

Replace 2000
Sterling plow truck.

Equipment

13

24.4

39

Plow Truck

2030

$300,000

Replace 2008 plow
truck.

Equipment

13

22.6

40

Police
Building
Computer
Servers
Replacement

2026

$17,000

Replace the aging
and outdated
computer servers at
the police
department.

General

13

28.3

41

Police
Building New
Carpet and
Interior Paint

2027

$13,000

Replace 20+ yearold carpet at the
police department
and paint the
interior.

General

13

18.1

42

Police
Vehicle
(2026)

2026

$79,422

Purchase new Ford
Utility Patrol Car
and equipment to
replace 2021 Ford
Utility.

Equipment

13

24.6*

43

Police
Vehicle
(2028)

2028

$89,239

Purchase new Ford
Utility Patrol Car
and equipment to
replace 2023 Ford
Utility.

Equipment

13

24.6*

44

Police
Vehicle
(2029)

2029

$94,953

Purchase new patrol
car and equipment
to replace 2024
Ford Utility.

Equipment

13

24.6*

45

Police
Vehicle
(2030)

2030

$100,000

Purchase new patrol
car and equipment
to replace 2025
Ford Utility.

Equipment

13

24.6*

46

Police
Vehicle
(2031)

2031

$105,000

Purchase new patrol
car and equipment

Equipment

13

23.1

20

to replace 2026
Ford Utility.
47

Replace
DPW Tractor

2026

$40,000

Replace 1998
Kubota F2560
tractor.

Equipment

13

19.4

48

Roof
Replacement

2026

$40,000

Replace the roof on
the former morgue
and the salt building
with 20+ year
lifespan materials.

Streets,
Water

13

21.4

49

SCADA
System
(Electric)

2028

$85,000

Acquire a SCADA
system at the
Clayton Road
substation to be able
to monitor the
power supply
system via
computer for
troubleshooting and
communication
with substation
controls.

Electric

13, 14

24.7

50

SCADA
System
(Water)

2026

$25,000

Water

13, 14

26.6

51

Security
Cameras at
DPW

2026

$15,000

Purchase security
cameras for DPW
and Electric
Building.

Electric,
Water &
Sewer,
Streets,

13

17

52

Shay Park
Updates

2026

$40,000

Path and
landscaping connect
locomotive and Aha

General,
Grants,
Donations

4, 5

14.1

53

Sidewalk
Repair Work
(Downtown)

2026

$10,000

Repair and replace
sidewalks as needed
in the downtown
district.

DDA

8, 11

26.9

54

Sidewalk
Replacement

2026

$75,000

Replace a section of
sidewalk along the
west side of M-119
between Third

Streets

11

25.4

21

Street and State
Street
55-57

Sidewalk
Replacement

20272029

$35,000

Annual replacement
and upgrades of
sidewalks
throughout the City.
($35,000 per year)

Street

11

25.6

58-59

Sidewalk
Replacement

20302031

$40,000

Annual replacement
and upgrades of
sidewalks
throughout the City.
($40,000 per year)

Street

11

25.6

60

Substation

2026

$4,668,000

Construction of
substation in the
City limits near
center of the load.

Electric

13, 14

31

61

Tree Grate
and Lighting
& Electrical
Project

2027

$90,000

Complete
installation of tree
grates on Main
Street, including
adding lighting and
electrical work, as
well as replacement
of trees.

DDA

1, 2

14.4

62-65

Underground
Primary
Replacements

20262029

$50,000

Annual replacement
of gaining primary
underground cables
in various because
of faults (for 20232028)

Electric

14

23.2

66

Underground
Cable
Replacement

2030

$250,000

Replace the
underground lines at
Lakeside Club
Condominiums.

Electric

14

18.4

67-69

Various
Roads

20272029

TBD

Annual repaving on
roads still to be
determined.

Streets

11, 13

22.3

70

Water
Service
Vehicle
Replacement

2026

$90,000

Replace the 2015 ¾
to utility truck for
the water
department

Equipment

13, 14

20

22

71

Water
Service
Vehicle
Replacement

2031

$100,000

Replace the 2018 ¾
to utility truck for
the water
department

Equipment

13, 14

20.9

72

West Conway
Electric
Rebuild

2028

$125,000

West Conway threephase rebuild for
reliability.

Electric

14

23

73

Wheel
Loader

2031

$275,000

Replace existing
2011 Komatsu
wheel loader.

Equipment

13, 14

21.7

*Last year’s scores

23

Projects Arranged by Funding Source
Project
No.
36

Project Title

Year

Cost

Funding Source

Score

New York Parking Lot Trash Enclosure

2026

$20,000

DDA

N/A

53

Sidewalk Repair Work (Downtown)

2026

$10,000

DDA

26.9

61

Tree Grate and Lighting & Electrical
Project

2026

$90,000

DDA

14.4

1

46kV Line Rebuild

2026

$1,767,000

Electric

31

2

46kV Metering Structure Upgrades

2026

$86,000

Electric

30.6

12

Clayton Road Substation Switch Upgrade:
Phase 1

2030

$55,000

Electric

23.9

13

Clayton Road Substation Switch Upgrade:
Phase 2

2031

$45,000

Electric

23.9

14

Clayton Road Voltage Regulator
Replacement

2031

$300,000

Electric

23.4

16

Electric System GIS Phase 1

2029

$165,000

Electric

22.4

17

Electric System GIS Phase 2

2030

$165,000

Electric

22.7

18

Emmet Heights Road Three Phase

2031

$90,000

Electric

22.6

19

Fiber Installation

2028

$115,000

Electric

23

21

Generator Controls Upgrade

2028

$100,000

Electric

22.1

29

Lower Shore Drive

2029

$280,000

Electric

19.9

24

31

M-119/Shore Dr. Phase 3

2026

$600,000

Electric

27.7

32

M-119/Shore Dr. Rebuild Phase 4

2027

$700,000

Electric

25.9

34

MPPA Metering Building Repair

2027

$10,000

Electric

27.7

49

SCADA System (Electric)

2028

$85,000

Electric

24.7

60

Substation

2026

$4,668,000

Electric

31

62-65

Underground Primary Replacements

20262029

$50,000

Electric

23.2

66

Underground Cable Replacement

2030

$250,000

Electric

18.4

72

West Conway Electric Rebuild

2028

$125,000

Electric

23

51

Security Cameras at DPW

2026

$15,000

Electric, Water &
Sewer, Streets,

17

7

Bucket Truck

2027

$325,000

Equipment

24.9

23

Half Ton Pickup Truck Replacement

2027

$75,000

Equipment

21.7

24

Half Ton Pickup Truck Replacement

2030

$80,000

Equipment

21.4

33

Marine Patrol Boat Replacement

2027

$325,000

Equipment

25.8

38

Plow Truck

2026

$250,000

Equipment

24.4

39

Plow Truck

2030

$300,000

Equipment

22.6

42

Police Vehicle (2026)

2026

$79,422

Equipment

24.6*

25

43

Police Vehicle (2028)

2028

$89,239

Equipment

24.6*

44

Police Vehicle (2029)

2029

$94,953

Equipment

24.6*

45

Police Vehicle (2030)

2030

$100,000

Equipment

24.6*

46

Police Vehicle (2031)

2031

$105,000

Equipment

23.1

47

Replace DPW Tractor

2026

$40,000

Equipment

19.4

70

Water Service Vehicle Replacement

2026

$90,000

Equipment

20

71

Water Service Vehicle Replacement

2031

$100,000

Equipment

20.9

73

Wheel Loader

2031

$275,000

Equipment

21.7

40

Police Building Computer Servers
Replacement

2026

$17,000

General

28.3

41

Police Building New Carpet and Interior
Paint

2027

$13,000

General

18.1

5

Blackbird Museum Renovations

2026

$120,000

General
(Historical)

17.8*

15

Council Chambers AV Upgrades

2026

$50,000

General,
Donations

N/A

25

Harborview Park Upgrade

2027

$100,000

General, Grants

14.1

26

11

City Beach Restrooms Upgrade

2026

$80,000

General, Grants,
Donations

21.3

26

Indian Town Park Update

2029

$150,000

General, Grants,
Donations

15.3

35

Naturescape (City Hall / Deer Park Area)

2030

$150,000

General, Grants,
Donations

10.4

52

Shay Park Updates

2026

$40,000

General, Grants,
Donations

14.1

6

Boardwalk Replacement

2026

$500,000

Donations,
General

14.9

28

Kiwanis Park Playground Equipment

2027

$150,000

Donations,
General, Grants

15.8

27

Kiwanis Park Upgrades

2026

$500,000

Donations,
Grants, General

25.5

4

Bike path

2028

$800,000

16.3

55-57

Sidewalk Replacement

20272029

$35,000

Donations,
Grants, General,
Streets
Street

58-59

Sidewalk Replacement

20302031

$40,000

Street

25.6

8

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

2026

$100,000

Streets

21.8

9

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

2027

$100,000

Streets

25.2*

10

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

2029

$100,000

Streets

25.2*

54

Sidewalk Replacement

2026

$75,000

Streets

25.4

67-69

Various Roads

20272029

TBD

Streets

22.3

48

Roof Replacement

2026

$40,000

Streets, Water

21.4

50

SCADA System (Water)

2026

$25,000

Water

26.6

37

North FEMA Project

2027

$75,000

Water & Sewer,
Electric, Street

22*

30

M-119 Nelson to Hoyt Water/Sewer

2027

$1,200,000

Water & Sewer,
Street

25.4

27

25.6

3

Bay Street Water and Sewer, Judd to Zoll

2031

$1,500,000

23.9

$900,000

Water & Sewer,
Street, Electric
Water, Streets

22

Glenn Drive Water Main

2029

20

Ford Park Greenspace

2031

$100,000

Waterfront

16.1

24.5

IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX FOR 2025 PROJECTS
Project

Cost

Fund

Status

46kV Line Rebuild

$1,800,000

Electric

Moved to 2026

46kV Metering Structure Upgrades

$86,000

Electric

Moved to 2026

State Street Water & Sewer, Summit
to M-119

$650,000

Water, Electric,
Street

Complete

Police Building Entrance Doors

$12,000

General

Ongoing – Ordered

M-119/Shore Dr. Rebuild Phase 3

$560,000

Electric

Moved to 2026

Chip/Fog Seal Roads

$100,000

Street

Complete

Circuit #2 Rebuild

$325,000

Electric

Removed

Generator Controls Upgrade

$100,000

Electric

Moved to 2028

Police Vehicle (2025)

$74,926

Equipment

Ordered

City Hall Parking Lot (South)

$40,000

General

Scheduled for under $10,000

Kiwanis Park Upgrades

$500,000

Donations, Grants,
General

Moved to 2026

Underground Primary Replacements

$50,000

Electric

Complete

Wheel Loader

$225,000

Equipment

Purchased

MPPA Metering Building Repair

$10,000

Electric

Moved to 2027

Ford Park Driveway Widening

$15,000

Waterfront

Complete

Security Cameras as DPW

$15,000

Electric, Water,
Streets

Moved to 2026

Harbormaster Building

$1,000,000 +

Waterfront, General

Ongoing – 5/15/26 Completion Date

28

Streetscape Beautification

$125,000

DDA

Partially Completed

Shay Park Updates

$30,000

General, Grants,
Donations

Moved to 2026; currently fundraising

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6A – Tree Advisory Board Appointment

Background – There is one vacancy on the Tree Advisory Board. The term expires in December
of 2026. To serve on the Tree Board, an individual must:
1) be a resident (registered voter) of the City of Harbor Springs
This appointment requires the Council’s approval.
The City has received two applications, Linda Rachwitz and Stephen Jones
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
Council consider recommending Linda Rachwitz or Stephen Jones to the Tree Advisory Board
Attachments
Applications will be emailed separately

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6B – Downtown Development Authority Board Appointment

Background – The City has one vacancy on the Downtown Development Authority Board. The
term expires in December of 2026. To serve on the DDA, an individual must:
1) be a resident (registered voter) of the City of Harbor Springs; OR
2) have an interest in property in the downtown district; OR
3) be an officer, member, trustee, principal or employee of a legal entity having an interest in
property in the downtown district.
A majority of DDA members must have some sort of interest in a downtown property, or be an
officer/principal/employee/member of an entity having such a interest.
The mayor appoints DDA members with Council approval.
The City received one application from Nikki Law
Applicable Policies/Ordinances/Law
Funding Source
N/A
Recommended Action
Confirm the Mayor’s appointment to the Downtown Authority Board
Attachments
Application will be emailed separately

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