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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in City of Midland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Parking reconfiguration at 315 McDonald Street apartment building
The owners of a renovated eight-unit apartment building lost permission to use a neighbor's driveway and now need a new curb cut on MDOT-controlled E. Buttles Street plus redesigned parking. They say the delays and stormwater requirements are costly while they can't lease units without parking.
New credit union development at 4600 Bay City Road
Isabella Community Credit Union is building a 2,850-square-foot branch with drive-through near Costco. The big question was parking — they got permission for double the normally allowed spaces because they plan to double their staff. The site adds sidewalks, a bike rack, and underground stormwater detention.
Drive-through restaurant on S. Saginaw Road
A new 4,408-square-foot commercial building with a drive-through restaurant is planned at 1815-1917 S. Saginaw Road, next to Popeye's and Jersey Mike's. Cross-access agreements with both neighbors are being worked out.
New office and dental clinic on West Wackerly Street
A 6,200-square-foot building with an architecture firm and a dental clinic is proposed on a vacant lot between West Wackerly and US-10. The commission wants landscaping, sidewalk, and lighting details cleaned up before voting June 23.
Washington Woods senior housing renovation
Federal disaster recovery dollars are flowing to Washington Woods senior living — an extra $565,000 plus a $717,911 window and door replacement contract. Residents of the senior facility get upgraded, more accessible units.
Public Participation Plan update
This update governs how the city seeks and incorporates resident input on planning decisions. The commission recommended adoption to the City Council, so the public will ultimately have more formalized channels for engagement.