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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in City of Midland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2026 Sidewalk Improvement Assessments (Bay City Road and Dublin Avenue)
The council is set to award Contract 13 under the 2026 Sidewalk Improvement Program, continuing the city's ongoing sidewalk construction and repair work.
Countywide transit facility study
The city is spending up to $59,842 (mostly federal grant money) on a study of a joint transportation facility that would serve all of Midland County's Dial-A-Ride needs, including possible bus storage and maintenance sites.
Jefferson Avenue reconstruction
The city hired engineers to design the rebuild of Jefferson Avenue between Wheeler and Wackerly streets, funded largely with federal aid.
Traffic volumes on Saginaw Road
Residents raised concerns about existing and future traffic; staff noted recent counts of about 16,000 vehicles per day on this stretch of Saginaw Road, with traffic under City jurisdiction.
Sugnet Road bridge replacement
Engineering work begins on replacing the W. Sugnet Road bridge over Sturgeon Creek, with Eng, Inc. hired for $210,267.50.
Vacation of Maple Street
The city may give up a little-used portion of Maple Street so neighboring property owners, including a developer planning 16 apartments, can use the land — with a promised easement keeping park and street access. The City Council makes the final call.
Poseyville Bridge erosion repair
Erosion under the Poseyville Bridge is creating hazardous trail conditions; the city plans a $260,398 fix with a $70,000 budget bump, pending a June 22 hearing.
Pine River Road and Benson Street Reconstruction
The council awarded a $627,613 contract to rebuild Pine River Road from Poseyville Road to Benson Street and Benson Street itself, funded by the Major Street Fund.