On the agenda: Cass County Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority — data center (Sep 30)

CASS COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION &
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Cass County Building
120 N. Broadway
First-Floor Conference Room
Cassopolis, MI 49031
1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

ROLL CALL

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

4.

PUBLIC COMMENT

5.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.

6.

FINANCIAL REPORT - TREASURER RUSSWURM
a.

7.

9.

September Treasurer's Report

HOUSING RESTORATION AND DEVELOPMENT
a.

8.

July 29, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Housing Survey

BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT
a.

Brownfield Policy

b.

Exercise: Marcellus properties

c.

Brownfield Promotion Plan

NEW BUSINESS (MISCELLANEOUS)
a.

EDC/Market One Alignment

10. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
11. ADJOURNMENT

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CASS COUNTY​
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION &
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 8:30 AM​
Cass County Building​
120 N. Broadway​
First-Floor Conference Room​
Cassopolis, MI 49031

1.

CALL TO ORDER
Chair Neldon called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m.

2.

ROLL CALL
​Hope Anderson
​Mary Howie
​Andy Hubbard
​Tom Langley
​Courtney Mathews
​Matt Money
​Zach Morris
​Ambrosia Neldon
​Rick Russwurm
​Steve Schroder
​Becky Spicer
​David St. Clair
​Vicki Vaughn
Members present were Mary Howie, Andy Hubbard, Tom Langley, Courtney Mathews, Matt
Money, Ambrosia Neldon, Rick Russworm, Steve Schroder, Becky Spicer, and Vicki Vaughn.
Members absent were Hope Anderson, Zach Morris, and David St. Clair.
Also present: David Stegink with Fishbeck.

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3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Tom Langley moved, and Steve Schroder seconded, motion CARRIED by voice vote, to
approve the agenda as presented.

4.

PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment was given​

5.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a. May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
Tom Langley moved and Steve Schroder seconded, motion CARRIED by voice vote, to
approve the minutes as presented.

6.

FINANCIAL REPORT

a. June 2026 Financial Report — Rick Russwurm
Russwurm provided the committee with a summary of our financial report.

7.

HOUSING RESTORATION AND DEVELOPMENT

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a. Housing Survey and Summit — Molly McFadden
Molly brought copies of the preliminary housing surveys she developed for review. We plan
to survey Cass County residents, business owners, and municipalities. Board members
provided feedback and suggested adding a category in the housing types section for rent to
own/land contract. The board also recommended inquiring about if residents are living with
family members or with roommates so we can get a better idea of how individuals in different
age groups are housed. Board members were encouraged to bring any additional questions
to Molly by email or phone. Board members gave Molly positive feedback regarding what she
has developed thus far.
Matt Money, Courtney Mathews, Tom Langley, Rick Russwurm, Becky Spicer, and Ambrosia
Neldon volunteered to join a Housing Subcommittee and begin regular meetings.

b. Housing Library
Board members were provided with relevant pages of the Cass County Master Plan that
contained information on housing options throughout the county. Board members were
encouraged to review this information.
Chair Neldon also advised that the City of Dowagiac recently completed a Housing Survey
and might be willing to share insights with us to better inform our understanding of housing
options throughout Cass County.

8.

BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT

a. Components of Brownfield Assessment — David Stegink
Dave advised that there are phases each Brownfield nomination site goes through during a
Brownfield Assessment. He briefly educated members regarding the steps of each phase
and the end goal of each phase so we could better understand how these parts fit into the
larger overall Brownfield Assessment process.

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b. Brownfield Redevelopment and Revolving Loan Fund Policy
Board members went through the Cass County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
(CCBRA) Local Brownfield Revolving Fund policy together and agreed upon necessary
changes/adjustments. These changes will be made and the policy will then move on to the
county’s policy committee, and eventually, the commissioners.

9.

MARKETING AND TOURISM

None.
10. NEW BUSINESS (MISCELLANEOUS)

a.​ Dan Peat informed the committee that Market One was moving away from Kinexus Group as
planned. More information to come in upcoming weeks.

b. Brownfield Redevelopment and Revolving Loan Fund Policy
Steve Schroder motioned and Matt Money seconded, motioned CARRIED with voice vote, to
bring the Cass County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (CCBRA) Local Brownfield
Revolving Fund policy to the county’s Policy Committee.

11. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:46 AM.

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County of Cass
Fund 244 Economic Development Corp
Financial Report

Fund Balance 10/01/2025

23,553.70

Revenue:
Funding from General Fund (Year-to-Date Total)
Interest Income (Year-to-Date Total)

YTD

Expenditures:
Edwarsburg CofC - Annual Dues
2026 Fishbeck - Community Engagement / QA Project
Berrien/Cass/VanBuren Workforce Dev

Beginning Balance
Revenues
Expenses
Ending Cash
8/31/26

100,000.00
505.24
100,505.24

0.00
(5,200.00)
(99,705.00)
(104,905.00)
23,553.70
100,505.24
(104,905.00)
19,153.94

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CASS COUNTY
Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority
TO:
PRESENTER:
RE:

Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Molly McFadden, Ambrosia Neldon
Housing Survey

BACKGROUND:
The Housing Committee reviewed and updated three surveys: one for residents, one for
municipalities, and one for business leaders. The proposed surveys are attached, along with a flyer.
The surveys will also be promoted on the County social media channels, and we will ask
municipalities to share it as well.
REQUEST:
Review and approve or amend the surveys to begin circulating immediately.

120 N. Broadway, Suite 300  Cassopolis, MI 49031
Telephone (269) 445-4420  Fax (269) 445-8978
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CASS COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Housing Survey
The Cass County Economic Development Corporation is conducting a
series of surveys to inform its efforts relating to housing in Cass County.

Take the survey that most accurately represents your role
in Cass County below by Wednesday, November 11.
BUSINESSES

MUNICIPALITIES

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experience and needs
in Cass County.

Share housing insights and
challenges related to your
workforce.

Share your community’s
goals and priorities related
to housing.

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CASS COUNTY
Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority
TO:
PRESENTER:
RE:

Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Ambrosia Neldon
Brownfield Policy

BACKGROUND:
The Policy Committee and Board of Commissioners approved our policy as presented, with the
understanding that amendments may need to be made as we develop our processes.
REQUEST:
No action needed.

120 N. Broadway, Suite 300  Cassopolis, MI 49031
Telephone (269) 445-4420  Fax (269) 445-8978
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CASS COUNTY BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (CCBRA)
LOCAL BROWNFIELD REVOLVING FUND
Policies and Procedures
BACKGROUND
Michigan’s Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act, Public Act 381 (Act 381), as amended, enables
brownfield redevelopment in the State of Michigan and the establishment of countywide brownfield
redevelopment authorities (BRAs). Act 381 further provides BRAs with tools to facilitate redevelopment,
including tax increment financing (TIF), to support eligible brownfield expenses incurred through
development of housing properties and/or the reuse of a contaminated, blighted, historic, and/or
functionally obsolete property, as defined under Act 381.
On May 1, 2008, the Cass County Board of Commissioners voted to formally establish the Cass County
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (CCBRA) in accordance with Act 381, as amended. The CCBRA is
overseen by a nine- to 13-member board, which also serves as the county’s Economic Development
Corporation.

OBJECTIVE
The CCBRA exists to provide gap financing support for development and redevelopment projects that are
located within Cass County and within a participating municipality, that are eligible under Act 381. This
resource is a tool for communities to promote economic and community development priorities in
partnership with the private sector. It is the intent of the Authority to use these tools and incentives to
support the long-term benefits related to job creation, tax base enhancement, elimination of
contaminated properties, etc.

ROLE OF LOCAL UNITS OF GOVERNMENT
The Cass County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority recognizes that, while some overarching themes
apply broadly across the county, each local unit is unique, enforces its own zoning laws and has its own
land use priorities. As such, the CCBRA will work closely and collaboratively with the Local Unit of
Government (LUG) where the potential redevelopment is occurring in a timely manner on items related
to Brownfield Redevelopment. The LUG will be sought as an active, affirmative and supportive partner in
Brownfield Redevelopment work.

ELIGIBLE PROPERTIES
A property must be considered “Eligible Property” as defined within Section 2 of Act 381, as amended to
be eligible for financial incentives under the Act. Properties with real or perceived conditions of
environmental contamination, blight, or threats to public health and welfare may be eligible for other
program benefits that the CCBRA helps to deploy.

ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
The CCBRA is authorized under Act 381 to allow the use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenues to pay
for or reimburse public or private costs of “eligible activities” as defined in Section 2 of Act 381. The
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CCBRA will consider eligible activities that occurred up to one year prior to Authority approval of the
brownfield plan.

TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is the primary redevelopment tool authorized under Act 381. TIF does not
create a new tax or increase existing tax rates. Instead, it captures a portion of the increase in property
tax revenue generated by redevelopment of an eligible property.
Under a Brownfield Plan approved pursuant to Act 381, tax revenues attributable to the property's initial
taxable value continue to be distributed to the applicable taxing jurisdictions. The increase in taxable
value resulting from redevelopment, known as the "captured taxable value," may be used to reimburse
approved eligible activities identified in the Brownfield Plan.
Tax increment revenues may be used only for activities authorized under Act 381 and approved by the
CCBRA and all other required governmental entities.
Reimbursement is limited to the amount of eligible costs approved by the Authority and the amount of
tax increment revenues actually generated by the project.
COUNTY TAX SHARING POLICY
The CCBRA recognizes that tax increment financing functions through the capture of tax revenues that
would otherwise be distributed to taxing jurisdictions. As such, the Authority shall administer Brownfield
Plans in a manner that promotes economic development while balancing the financial interests of all
affected taxing jurisdictions.
Cass County's participation in Brownfield Tax Increment Financing is governed by the Cass County Board
of Commissioners Tax Sharing Policy, as amended from time to time.
The County Board of Commissioners supports participation in tax increment financing programs when
such participation promotes economic growth, redevelopment, job creation, environmental
improvement, and expansion of the local tax base.
The CCBRA shall coordinate with the County Administrator, County Treasurer, Equalization Department,
and other affected County departments as necessary during review of projects seeking capture of
County tax revenues.

ADDITIONAL PARAMETERS FOR PROJECTS SEEKING TIF REIMBURSEMENT FOR
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES THROUGH THE CCBRA
DEFINITION OF AFFORDABILITY
To determine the income thresholds for rental units and target rents for each AMI level, the CCBRA will
use the Income Limits guidance for Cass County provided annually by the Michigan State Housing
Development Authority (MSHDA). Generally, the target rents allow families within the determined AMI
level to spend 30% or less of their monthly gross income on housing.

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DETERMINING TOTAL HOUSING SUBSIDY
The CCBRA will follow MSHDA guidance and formulas to determine the total housing subsidy to be
covered by TIF based upon the potential revenue loss between the target rents/mortgage payment and
market rates. CCBRA reserves the right to use its own market data to establish control rents outside
MSHDA’s provided control rents.
PERIOD OF AFFORDABILITY
Developers of rental properties must maintain a period of affordability on those units prepared for
income-qualified households, following the Brownfield Plan, for a period of 10 years, or the length of the
TIF capture, whichever is longer.
Properties offered for sale to income qualified households must be retained by that household for five
years. If the home is resold within the first five years, the seller would be required to repay the CCBRA
funds provided to cover eligible activities. Funds repaid under this process will be used to capitalize the
CCBRA Local Brownfield Revolving Fund (outlined below). The proportion of repayment will be scaled
gradually over a five-year period as follows:
Home Sold
in 1st Year
95% repayment

Home Sold
in 2nd Year
75% repayment

Home Sold
in 3rd Year
55% repayment

Home Sold
in 4th Year
35% repayment

Home Sold
in 5th Year
15% repayment

For-sale affordability requirements will be secured primarily through deed restrictions, particularly for
those projects seeking MSHDA approval. Developers may request subordinated debt option/affordability
rider to secure the affordability requirements.
PROPORTION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS
The CCBRA understands the value and impact of mixed-income developments. At a minimum, 20
percent of units (rental or for sale) within a development bust be held by income-qualified households.

CREATION OF LOCAL BROWNFIELD REVOLVING FUND
The CCBRA may establish and capitalize a Local Brownfield Revolving Fund (LBRF) in accordance with
Act 381, as amended.
Act 381 permits a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to capture tax increment revenues during the
time period of the Brownfield and/or for up to five (5) years beyond the period necessary to reimburse
eligible activities, or both, for the purpose of capitalizing a revolving fund. The CCBRA may utilize this
authority to establish a dedicated fund for future brownfield redevelopment activities within Cass
County.
Funds deposited into the Local Brownfield Revolving Fund may be used for purposes authorized under
Act 381, including but not limited to:
1. Baseline Environmental Assessments
2. Due Care Activities
3. Response Activities
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4. Brownfield planning and redevelopment assistance
5. Site investigations
6. Other eligible activities permitted by Act 381
The CCBRA Board shall establish separate policies governing the administration and expenditure of
Local Brownfield Revolving Fund resources.

ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS
Act 381 permits the capture of tax increment revenues to reimburse reasonable administrative and
operating expenses incurred by the Authority.
Eligible administrative expenses may include:
1. Authority operating expenses
2. Legal services
3. Consulting services
4. Brownfield plan preparation and administration
5. Work plan preparation and administration
6. Environmental review and technical assistance
7. Reporting and compliance activities
8. Public hearing and notice requirements
9. Other costs permitted under Act 381
CAP ON ADMINISTRATIVE COST CAPTURE
Administrative costs shall be capped at the state cap.
INTEREST
Act 381 permits reimbursement of principal and interest associated with obligations issued to fund
eligible activities. Approval of interest reimbursement is discretionary and shall be determined by the
Authority on a case-by-case basis. The Authority may approve, reduce, cap, or deny reimbursement of
interest. Interest shall not be reimbursed solely because an applicant elects to finance eligible activities.

LENGTH OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING CAPTURE
The Plan will remain in effect for as many years as is required to fully reimburse the Authority and/or
Developer for all eligible activities. Following full reimbursement, the Authority may, on a case-by-case
basis and subject to approval by the Authority, authorize the continued capture of tax increment
revenues for deposit into the Brownfield Revolving Fund for up to five (5) full years, provided that the total
duration of the Plan does not exceed 30 years.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Prior to consideration by the CCBRA, applicants shall submit sufficient information to allow the Authority
to evaluate the eligibility and financial feasibility of the proposed project.
At a minimum, applicants shall provide:
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1. Documentation of site control
2. Description of existing property conditions
3. Site plans and project renderings, if available
4. Project budget and cost estimates
5. Sources and uses statement
6. Development timeline
7. Documentation of requested eligible activities
8. Any additional information requested by the Authority

APPLICATION REVIEW CRITERIA
The Authority shall consider the following factors when evaluating a proposed project:
1. Eligibility under Act 381, or other programs that the CCBRA may administer from time to time
2. Consistency with local plans and development goals
3. Demonstrated public benefit
4. Economic impact
5. Job creation and retention
6. Tax base enhancement
7. Environmental improvement
8. Redevelopment of blighted, contaminated, historic, or functionally obsolete property
9. Financial necessity of brownfield assistance
10. Developer qualifications and project feasibility
The Authority reserves the right to deny any application that fails to demonstrate a public purpose or
sufficient redevelopment benefit.

PROJECT APPROVAL PROCESS
Projects seeking brownfield assistance through a Brownfield Plan shall generally proceed through the
following process:
1. Preliminary consultation with Authority and/or consultant
2. Submission of application materials
3. Staff review for completeness and eligibility
4. Coordination with the Local Unit of Government
5. Preparation of Brownfield Plan
6. Recommendation for Adoption by resolution of the Local Unit of Government
7. Approval of Brownfield Plan by the CCBRA and recommendation for adoption by the Board of
Commissioners
8. Public hearing conducted in accordance with Act 381
9. Approval of Brownfield Plan by the Cass County Board of Commissioners
10. Submission of work plans to applicable state agencies, if applicable
11. Execution of reimbursement and development agreements

REIMBURSEMENT PROCESS
Eligible expenses shall be reimbursed only after:
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1. Completion of the approved eligible activity
2. Submission of supporting documentation
3. Verification by Authority staff and consultants
4. Approval by the CCBRA Board
The Authority will require invoices, proof of payment, lien waivers, certifications, or other documentation
necessary to verify eligibility.
Reimbursement shall occur only from available tax increment revenues and shall not constitute a
general obligation of Cass County, the Authority, or any participating municipality.
Reimbursements shall be made to only those parties with whom the CCBRA has a Reimbursement
Agreement.
ADOPTED: M-127-2026 8-20-2026

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CASS COUNTY
Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority
TO:
PRESENTER:
RE:

Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Dave Stegink
Exercise: Marcellus properties

BACKGROUND:
We will revisit the nomination received for the former Tailgater and industrial site in Marcellus. This is
an exercise; the Village is not offiically applying yet.
REQUEST:
Talk through the process to prepare for future brownfield nominations.

120 N. Broadway, Suite 300  Cassopolis, MI 49031
Telephone (269) 445-4420  Fax (269) 445-8978
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Cass County, MI
Summary
Parcel Number
Property Address
Brief Tax
Description
Tax District
School District
Property Class
Net Acres
Total Acres

14-051-511-001-00
378-919 39-43 COM AT NW COR LOT 10, TH E TO NE COR LOT 1, S TO RR ROW, SWLY ALG RR TO S LN LOT 15, W TO SE COR LOT 11, N TO NE COR
LOT 11, W TO NW LOT 11, N TO BEG BLK 1N-2E VIL OF MARCELLUS
(Note: The Description above is not to be used on legal documents.)
051 VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
14050 MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
301 INDUSTRIAL-IMPROVED
2.9
2.9

View Map

Owner
VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
PO BOX 429
MARCELLUS, MI 49067

Land
Lot Area
Lot(s)

2.90 Acres
Frontage

Depth

Lot 1

632.00

492.00

Lot 2

0.00

0.00

Lot 3

0.00

0.00

Assessed Value Breakdowns
Assessed Year
+ Assessed Building Value

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

$517,800

$404,700

$403,300

$475,300

$99,600

+ Assessed Land Value

$24,800

$22,100

$20,900

$16,100

$17,500

= Assessed Value

$542,600

$426,800

$424,200

$491,400

$117,100

Total Valuations
Assessed Year

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

Assessed Value

$542,600

$426,800

$424,200

$491,400

$117,100

State Equalized Value

$542,600

$426,800

$424,200

$491,400

$117,100

Taxable Value

$136,238

$132,657

$128,669

$122,542

$116,707

Tax History
Year
(click for detail)

Season

 2026

Summer

$1,442.86
$1,587.47

 2025
 2025
 2025

Total Amount
$1,630.33

 2026

Winter

$5,298.61

Summer

$1,408.52
$1,628.53

 2024
 2024

Winter

$4,868.74

 2024

Summer

$1,371.80

 2023
 2023

Winter

$4,588.01

 2023

Summer

$1,308.24

$1,649.11

$1,592.90

 2022
 2022

Winter

$4,422.59

 2022

Summer

$1,245.94

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Cass County, MI
Overview

Legend
Roads
Berrien County
Maintained
City/Village Local
City/Village Major
County Local
County Primary
Elkhart County
Maintained
Federal Trunkline
Private
St Joseph County
Maintained
State Trunkline
Van Buren County
Maintained
<all other values>
Parcels

275 ft

Parcel Numbers
Municipalities Low
Level
Townships
Parcel ID
14-051-511-001-00
Twp/Rng
05S-13W
Property Address
District
Brief Tax Description

Alternate ID n/a
Class
301 - INDUSTRIAL-IMPROVED
Acreage
2.9

Owner Address VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
PO BOX 429
MARCELLUS, MI 49067

051 VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
378-919 39-43 COM AT NW COR LOT 10, TH E TO NE COR LOT 1, S TO RR ROW, SWLY ALG RR TO S LN LOT 15, W TO
SE COR LOT 11, N TO NE COR LOT 11, W TO NW LOT 11, N TO BEG BLK 1N-2E VIL OF MARCELLUS
(Note: Not to be used on legal documents)

Date created: 7/6/2026
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Cass County, MI
Summary
Parcel Number
Property
Address
Brief Tax
Description

Tax District
School District
Property Class
Net Acres
Total Acres

14-051-531-006-00
MAIN ST
371-419 V93 VIL MARCELLUS E 1/3 LOT 6, ALSO ALL THAT PT W 1/3 LOT 5, SD VIL LYING W OF LINE OF OUTSIDE OF W WALL OF BRICK BUILDING
FORMERLY OWNED BY SAMUEL F CALDWELL, REF BEING HAD TO DEED HERETOFORE MADE ON AUG 15, 1887 BY S E CALDWELL & WF TO GILLIS B
LEWIS & REC IN REG OFF CASS CO IN LIBER 70 OF DEEDS ON P 110 B1S-1E.
(Note: The Description above is not to be used on legal documents.)
051 VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
14050 MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
201 COMMERCIAL-IMPROVED
0.07
0.07

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Owner
VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
177 E MAIN ST
MARCELLUS, MI 49067

Land
Lot Area
Lot(s)

0.07 Acres
Frontage

Depth

Lot 1

33.00

200.00

Lot 2

0.00

0.00

Lot 3

0.00

0.00

Assessed Value Breakdowns
Assessed Year

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

+ Assessed Building Value

$0

$0

$0

$17,500

$12,200

+ Assessed Land Value

$0

$0

$0

$3,300

$3,100

= Assessed Value

$0

$0

$0

$20,800

$15,300

Assessed Year

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

Assessed Value

$0

$0

$0

$20,800

$15,300

State Equalized Value

$0

$0

$0

$20,800

$15,300

Taxable Value

$0

$0

$0

$16,065

$15,300

Total Valuations

Tax History
Year
(click for detail)

Season

Total Amount
$0.00

 2026
 2026

Summer

 2025
 2025

$0.00

Winter

$0.00

 2025

Summer

$0.00

$0.00

$0.00

 2024
 2024

Winter

 2024
 2023

Summer

 2023

Winter

$601.44

 2023

Summer

$171.50

$0.00
$216.19

$229.49

 2022
 2022
 2022

$0.00

Winter

$587.62

Summer

$173.03

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Sales (Liber)
Sale Date

Sale Price

Instrument

Grantor

Grantee

5/8/2023

$16,017

WD

BIDAWID BOBBY

VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS

7/22/2021

$0

QC

VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS

ROSE ACCEPTANCE INC

7/22/2021

$30,000

WD

ROSE ACCEPTANCE INC

BIDAWID BOBBY

5/29/2019

$85,000

SD

THE TAILGATER LLC

ROSE ACCEPTANCE INC

9/26/2017

$0

WD

BUB'S PUB LLC

THE TAILGATER LLC

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Cass County, MI
Overview

Legend
Roads
Berrien County
Maintained
City/Village Local
City/Village Major
County Local
County Primary
Elkhart County
Maintained
Federal Trunkline
Private
St Joseph County
Maintained
State Trunkline
Van Buren County
Maintained
<all other values>
137 ft

Parcels
Parcel Numbers
Municipalities Low
Level
Townships

Parcel ID
14-051-531-006-00
Alternate ID n/a
Owner Address VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
Twp/Rng
05S-13W
Class
201 - COMMERCIAL-IMPROVED
177 E MAIN ST
Property Address MAIN ST
Acreage
0.07
MARCELLUS, MI 49067
MARCELLUS
District
051 VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS
Brief Tax Description
371-419 V93 VIL MARCELLUS E 1/3 LOT 6, ALSO ALL THAT PT W 1/3 LOT 5, SD VIL LYING W OF LINE OF OUTSIDE
OF W WALL OF BRICK BUILDING FORMERLY OWNED BY SAMUEL F CALDWELL, REF BEING HAD TO DEED
HERETOFORE MADE ON AUG 15, 1887 BY S E CALDWELL & WF TO GILLIS B LEWIS & REC IN REG OFF CASS CO IN
LIBER 70 OF DEEDS ON P 110 B1S-1E.
(Note: Not to be used on legal documents)
Date created: 7/6/2026
Last Data Uploaded: 7/6/2026 5:25:47 AM
Developed by

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CASS COUNTY
Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority
TO:
PRESENTER:
RE:

Economic Development Corporation & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Ambrosia Neldon, Dan Peat
EDC/Market One Alignment

BACKGROUND:
Ambrosia worked with Dan and the Market One team to map out some goals to guide the EDC's
efforts and our partnership with Market One in the coming year. This is intended to be a two-way
evaluation, measuring not only Market One's support of the EDC, but the EDC's work as well.
We set the attached goals as a starting point to guide conversation. EDC board members and Market
One staff are encouraged to weigh in with suggestions for change.
Per our contract with Market One, we will use these goals to evaluate our partnership in six months,
and again at the year.
REQUEST:
Review and approve goals for the coming year.

120 N. Broadway, Suite 300  Cassopolis, MI 49031
Telephone (269) 445-4420  Fax (269) 445-8978
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Cass County EDC/Market One Alignment Plan
Priority 1: Housing Restoration and Development

Progress

Goal 1:

Identify gaps in education and capacity that inhibit the
ability of local municipalities to successfully initiate and
complete housing projects

Not Yet Started

Goal 2:

Execute the Cass County Whole Home Performance pilot
program

Not Yet Started

Goal 3:

Work with Housing subcommittee to create a “Housing
Roadmap” which outlines concrete strategies, initiatives,
events, and goals for housing development in Cass over
the next 12 months

Not Yet Started

EDC Score

Market One Score

Priority 2: Business Retention, Expansion, Attraction &
Ecosystem
Goal 1:

Business Retention & Expansion: proactive primary
business engagement and project support, access to
incentives/resources/programs and identify barriers to
growth through collaborative problem solving

Not Yet Started

Goal 2:

Business Attraction & Site readiness: market available
properties, respond to RFPs/RFIs, and align investment
with regional assets and industry strengths

Not Yet Started

Goal 3:

Strengthen Business Ecosystem: support local ownership
and entrepreneurship by connecting to workforce and
technical resources, gap financing, succession planning

Not Yet Started

Priority 3: Community Coordination and Engagement
Goal 1:

Create a rotating schedule of local leadership to attend
each full EDC board meeting. These individuals would be

Not Yet Started

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given the opportunity to share efforts happening in their
communities and ask questions of the EDC.
Goal 2:

Work with the Marketing subcommittee to develop
marketing tools for Cass County as a destination to travel
and/or relocate.

Not Yet Started

Goal 3:

Become a resource for and/or liaison to information
regarding issues of economic development interest in
Cass County (i.e. data centers, solar farms, marijuana
manufacture)

Not Yet Started

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