Staff Report: City Manager, Treasurer, Clerk, Planning & Zoning, Department of Public Works, Police, Engineer

City Manager Report March 9, 2026

Maple Street and Other Infrastructure Improvements • The preconstruction meeting with Schippers Excavating has been rescheduled to mid-March. • The Township requested a different cost share for a few items (general conditions, pre-construction video survey, and traffic control). Our engineering team is evaluating that. • Schippers is planning for an early to mid-April start on the repairs around town and late-April to early May start on Maple Street. They have been working on a detailed schedule, and we hope to learn more at the preconstruction meeting. Blue Star Trail • I reported in October that the tribal nations would like phase 1 archeological survey work due to known contributing resources to the traditional cultural property. • With the specifications from MDOT, our engineers at C2AE prepared a request for proposals for the work. Proposals are due by March 20. • I plan to review the proposals with the Township and Friends of the Blue Star Trail, work out a cost share, and present a recommendation to Council in April. • This work will take some time to complete and as a result, construction won’t occur in FY 25/26. We are working on budget amendments that reflect this change. I also have a meeting scheduled to discuss costs incurred to coordinate with the tribal nations and prepare the RFP. Those invoices and proposed cost share should be forthcoming, along with an updated proposal for construction engineering. Plastic Pellet Spill Cleanup • I have been in contact with EGLE about the plastic pellet spill off I-196 and into the Kalamazoo River. • Last week, EGLE issued a press release about the cleanup which can be viewed here: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/newsroom/press-releases/2026/02/26/i-196plastic-pellet-spill-cleanup-allegan-county • EGLE has subsequently advised that because of legacy sediment contamination, “removal of pellets on the riverbed should not be attempted by volunteer organizations or citizen groups. If observed, please notify EGLE at 517-331-0122 of location and extent of pellets observed.” • EGLE is providing weekly updates to the managers of the tri-community as well as the tribal nations. I am grateful that EGLE is staying on top of this and working to

make sure the responsible party cleans things up properly. I will keep you updated as we learn more. Kalamazoo River Greenway Outreach Campaign – Invasive Species • As part of the Outdoor Discover Center’s (ODC) funding to support the Kalamazoo River Greenway partners, they have been preparing various educational materials. • The next set of education materials relates to invasive species. The ODC is working to prepare a press release, and we will be sharing various graphics and captions on our social media. Best Small Town Arts Scene • Great news! We were selected again as a best small town arts scene. This year we ranked number 5. Here is the description from USA Today: o On the shore of Lake Michigan, Saugatuck beckons art lovers to tour its many local galleries, attend annual art festivals, and check out the public art. Some of the more notable public installations include the "Smile! You’re in Saugatuck" mural on Water Street, the "Family of Man IV" sculpture in Coghlin Park, and the “Girl With Puppet” statue in Village Square Park. Just across the river in nearby Douglas, visitors will find even more to explore throughout the Art Coast of Michigan. • See the full list here: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-small-town-artsscene/ Miscellaneous • Worked on various items including information for parking consultant, updated capital improvement plans, budget amendments, and short-term rentals. • Attended Michigan Coastal Management Program grantee training. • Attended safe routes to school meeting. • Attended meeting to learn about a speed and traffic count product. • Attended tri-community wildlife management committee meeting. • Holding meetings with each department head to review their budget requests.

February 2026 Department of Planning & Zoning Report Monthly Update Overview • • • •

Short Term Rental (STR) administration, compliance, and policy coordination. Ongoing development review and interdepartmental coordination. Sign ordinance text amendment updates. Historic District signage proposal recommended to Council.

Notable Activities & Progress •

STR Ordinance amendment adopted by Council on February 9, 2026. Summary notice was created. Notice posted to City webpage and Facebook page. Notice sent to current STR owner and operators via email. General email blast distributed through the Clerk’s email notification list to individuals who have opted in to receive City updates. Notice posted physically in City Hall. Continued STR administration, including resident meetings, application guidance, compliance checks related to property transfers, and coordination with Granicus on system abilities. Coordinated multiple zoning and policy matters with legal counsel, including STR enforcement cases and enforcement strategy. Historic District signage proposal recommended to Council for approval. Awaiting additional quotes for price comparison. Public Hearing Notices prepared and sent for four (4) separate cases to be reviewed by Council, Planning, or ZBA. Maintained ongoing coordination with the City Engineer and planning consultant on active and proposed development projects. Communicated with the planning consultant regarding Master Plan scope and proposal.

Boards, Casework, & Operations •

Prepared agendas, packets, and materials for Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Historic District Commission, and City Council meetings; issued meeting cancellations where applicable.

Issued permits, processed planning and zoning applications, short term rental applications, conducted field inspections, and continued enforcement follow-ups on active violations. Maintained escrow and invoice tracking, participated in internal staff coordination meetings, and reviewed recently proposed State ordinance language.

Ongoing & Upcoming • • • •

Continued STR compliance monitoring and enforcement. Ongoing ordinance updates and Master Plan coordination. Updating & creating new permit applications where applicable. Notification & coordination with business owners regarding expanded outdoor dining for the upcoming season.

Permit Type

Permits Issued 2026 Number Issued in Feb

Year to Date Issued

3 2 2 0 7

6 4 7 1 18

Zoning Historic Right of Way Special Land Use Total

Short Term Rental License’s 2026 Zoning District Number Issued in Feb Blue Star (LI-1) City Center (C-1) City Center Transitional Residential (R-4) Community Residential (R-1) Conservation Recreation & Camp (CRC) Cultural/Community Lake Street (R-2) Maple Street (R-1) Neighborhood Marine (NHM) Peninsula North (Duneside – R-1) Peninsula North (Riverside – R-1) Peninsula South (R-1) Peninsula West (R-1) Resort (C-4) Downtown Waterfront Preservation (C-2) Water Street East (C-2) Water Street North (C-1) Water Street South (C-2) Multi-Family Residential (R-3) Total

1 1 19 1 2 1 3 1 2 31

Year to Date Issued 1 1 19 2 2 1 5 1 2 34

Enforcement Cases – February 2026 Number of Complaints in Feb

Type

Nuisance Short Term Rental Right of Way

1 2 1

Status Closed Closed Closed

Open Casework Items Associated with Granicus Short-Term Rental Hotline/System: *In addition to those specifically noted throughout this report, all Short Term Rental properties are logged, updated, & maintained within the Granicus software.*

510 Butler

Special Land Use

PC approved with conditions. Applicant pursuing parcel combination.

102 Butler

Historic / Zoning

Rose Garden warming station. Plans in progress. Presented at PPW meeting and conducting survey. Will reappear before Council.

700 N Maple

Enforcement

Correspondence between resident and legal is ongoing.

510 Butler

Rezoning / Text Amendment

Application for rezoning and text amendment to be on Planning Commission’s March 19th meeting.

150 Dunegrass

Zoning

120 Mary/510 Butler

Enforcement

421 Water

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Additional information requested from the applicant.

291 Sugar Hill

Zoning

Application for a new single family home. Under review.

149 Griffith

Short Term Rental

842 Lake #1

Short Term Rental

125 Elizabeth

Enforcement

250 Mason

Zoning

Single family residence proposed. Applicant working with Fire Department on access lane. Awaiting updated plans. Mature arborvitae planted as screening. Exceeds height limit for fencing. Met with owner to discuss remedy. Fencing will be removed in Spring of 2026.

Application submitted. Additional information requested from the applicant. Application submitted. Additional information requested from the applicant. Ongoing communication with resident and other applicable departments to come to an agreeable solution. Easement being pursued. HDC approved exterior renovations. Applicant pursuing variance for parking layout. ROW permit pending. Applicant working with Engineer.

640 Water

Zoning

186 S Maple

Short Term Rental

405 Park

Zoning

450 Park

Enforcement

790 Simonson

Short Term Rental

540 Mason

Short Term Rental

128 Elizabeth

Short Term Rental

409 Lake

Short Term Rental

413 Lake

Short Term Rental

651 Holland

Short Term Rental

220 Brook

Short Term Rental

1010 Holland

Short Term Rental

715 Pleasant

Short Term Rental

1035 Holland

Short Term Rental

419 Lake

Short Term Rental

731 Butler

Short Term Rental

635 Holland

Short Term Rental

807 Lake #5

Short Term Rental

515 Water #4

Short Term Rental

PUD application recommended approval with conditions to Council. Returning to March HDC meeting. Public hearing with PC at March 19th meeting. Public hearing with Council at March 23rd meeting. Easement under review by legal. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Pool renovation permit submitted. Additional information requested from applicant. Legal drafted notice to send to residents requesting alley vacation. Additional items will be needed to continue. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection. 4

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295 Park

Short Term Rental

336 Park

Short Term Rental

340 Park (Main)

Short Term Rental

340 Park (ADU)

Short Term Rental

350 N Maple

Short Term Rental

446 Culver

Short Term Rental

143 Van Dalson

Short Term Rental

Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection.

150 Taylor

Short Term Rental

Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection.

997 Singapore

Short Term Rental

Application submitted, reviewed, and sent to Fire Department for inspection.

3365 Palmer

Sewer Connection

Application submitted to connect to City sewer. Engineer reviewing.

320 Water

Minor Waterfront Construction

Application submitted. Consulting Planner reviewing.

322 Culver

Special Land Use

Expanded outdoor dining application submitted.

111 Park

Short Term Rental

Application submitted during available R-1 licenses window. Will be reviewed when window is closed.

Closed Casework Saugatuck Townhomes

Enforcement

Improper disposal of snow. Resolved.

890 Simonson

Enforcement

Received notice of hardscaping in ROW. No Violation.

888 Holland

Historic / Zoning

202 Butler

Historic / Zoning

296/248 Hoffman

Zoning / HDC

Application submitted and reviewed for parking area improvements. FD approved alterations. Application received and reviewed for kitchen addition. HDC & PC approved. Little free library application. Administratively approved. 5

615 Park

Zoning / Enforcement

Zoning Administrator opinion issued and sent to legal representative.

589 Hoffman

Right of Way

Temporary encroachment application. Approved.

297 Sugar Hill

Short Term Rental

SLU application approved to rent ADU. License application received and approved.

562 Weirich

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

433 Mary

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

132 Mason

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

133 Main

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

549 Hoffman

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

954 Elizabeth

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

128 Elizabeth

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

324 N Maple

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

435 Mason

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

221 Elizabeth

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

526 Butler

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

819 Bridge

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

231 Grand

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

822 Allegan

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

719 Pleasant

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

515 St Joseph

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

530 S Maple

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

304 Lucy

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

1021 Holland

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

662 Spear

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

821 Allegan

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

955 Holland

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

344 Francis

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

589 Hoffman

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved. 6

714 Park

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

540 Campbell

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

231 North

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

329 Water

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

212 N Maple

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

237 Francis

Short Term Rental

Application submitted. Fire Department inspected. License approved.

534 St Joseph

STR Enforcement

Failure to display required short-term rental license number in advertising, including online listings. Removed. Fees paid.

719 Pleasant

STR Enforcement

Failure to display required short-term rental license number in advertising, including online listings. Removed. Fees paid. Total Closed in February: 42

Treasurer Report

March 09, 2026

Tax Administration • • • • •

Responded to resident inquiries regarding property taxes and payment status. Researched returned or undeliverable mail and updated address records accordingly. Coordinated with the Assessor’s Office to update address and contact information to reflect current property ownership. Resolved final NSF payments, all of which were made good before the end of the month. Received the remaining summer and winter tax payments and began preparing property tax disbursements to Allegan County, Saugatuck Public Schools, OAISD, Interurban, Library, and Fire. These distributions are now complete until July. Sent reminder emails regarding the February 17 tax due date and the February 13 ACH withdrawal date.

Accounts Payable •

Processed regular payables, including the property tax disbursement batches. Processed escrow refunds and one bonding refund

Payroll & Benefits • • •

Processed two payrolls. Coordinated drug screening reporting related to CDL training sign-ups. Received a couple of W2’s returned due to incorrect addresses and updated the records accordingly. Also processed requested paystub reprints and a W-2 reprint for employees.

Financial Management •

Processed credit card payments for permits. Completed the January bank reconciliation and began the February reconciliation process. Processing boat slip-related invoices as payments are received. Prepared the first draft of the mid-year budget amendment for internal review.

Investments and Banking • • • •

Initiated the transition to a new checking account structure designed to improve interest earnings while maintaining liquidity and account security. Began the first CD-to-CDARS transition Initiated the purchase of new CDs with Consumers Credit Union. Processed a couple of CD rollovers as accounts reached maturity.

Miscellaneous / Administrative • • • • •

Continue reviewing utility bills for reasonableness. Collaborated with the Planning Department on escrow tracking updates. Executed an annual agreement Retired an older DPW laptop from service and coordinated its removal from the IT management plan Updated BS&A modules

City Clerk Monthly Report Elections • May 5, 2026: o SAUGATUCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS SINKING FUND MILLAGE PROPOSAL: This proposal renews building and site sinking fund millage that expired with the 2025 tax levy and restores millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963. 

Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property in Saugatuck Public Schools, Allegan County, Michigan, be increased by and the board of education be authorized to levy not to exceed .5 mill ($0.50 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 3 years, 2026, 2027 and 2028, for sinking fund purposes to be used for the purchase of real estate for sites, for the construction or repair of school buildings, for school security improvements, for the acquisition or upgrading of technology, and for all other purposes authorized by law (.4812 mill of the above is a renewal of millage for building and site sinking fund purposes that expired with the 2025 tax levy and .0188 mill is to restore millage for the same purpose lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963); the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2026 is approximately $527,000?

Thursday March 26, Absent voter ballots must be available for issuance to voters. Mich. Const. Art II Sec 4 August 4, 2026 - Primary November 3, 2026 – General 9-Days of Early Voting, drafted agreement with City of Village of the Douglas and Saugatuck Township to hold Tri-Community early voting site at the City of the Village of Douglas City Hall. Residents can register to vote here: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/elections/voting/register-to-vote#HowToRegister o

Records Management • 2026 Ordinances have been published and are available online: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/saugatuck/latest/overview • Digitizing city documents project will resume soon.

Meetings Prepared agendas, packets, and minutes for the following bodies: o Two City Council Workshops o Two City Council Regular o Parks and Public Works o Boat Slip Lottery o Town Crier Safety Planning o Farmer Market SCA Safety Planning o Art in the Park Safety Planning o Venetian Festival Safety Planning o No Kings III Safety Planning o City Hall Remodel Participated in: o Allegan County Clerks Association o West Michigan Clerks Association o Election Lunch and Learn Training o Department Head Staff Meeting o Parking Improvements Task Force

Special Events • Special event applications received for processing: o “Pop In” Museum Opening Party event date: 5-20-26 o Saugatuck Douglas Jazz Weekend event date: 6-14-26. o Town Crier Races event date: 6-20-26. o Fourth of July event dates: Fireworks on 7-3-26, Parade and Party on 7-4-26. o Sidewalk Sales event date: 8-13-26 o Art Coast Food & Wine Festival event dates: 11-5-26 through 11-7-26 • Special event applications ready for Council review: o Community Car Parade event date: 6-6-26. o Music in the Park event dates: Wednesdays between 6-17-26 – 9-2-26. o Venetian Festival event dates: 7-24-26 and 7-25-26.

Special events process completed: o No Kings III event date: 3-28-26. o SDAC Art Fairs event dates: July 4 and July 25 & 26. o Saugatuck Farmers Market – The Market at SCA event date: 7-31-26. o Art in the Park event date: 9-12-26.

Administrative & General • Distributed 403 zoning-related mailers. • Distributed 834 notices to all voters alerting the temporary polling place change for all 2026 elections. • Processed 33 zoning permit payments. • Issued 43 business license applications, 5 new businesses thus far. • Processed 2 FOIA requests. • Received 14 Wicks Park boat slip applications, 6 applicants forfeited their slips. We have 2 slips available for an additional lottery to be announced at a later date. • Distributed all 18 of the 18 street end license agreements, and 5 are fully executed. • Created and distributed 22 community E-News blasts. • City Hall staff handled a total of 670 incoming phone calls. • City Hall Remodel: The Department Heads and City Manager met with the architect and engineer to go over additional options and requests. An updated rendering should be coming soon. • Managed front counter operations as the primary point of contact for walk-ins and phone inquiries.

Department of Public Works Below is a summary of notable activities carried out by the Department of Public Works since the council meeting held on 02/09/2026: Holiday Decorations: Chips Groundcover has started uninstalling the tree-wrap lights along the streetscape downtown along Butler Street, Culver Street, Water Street, and Hoffman Street. This completes the first year of the holiday light expansion along Water Street and Hoffman Street. Staff Update: AJ Brown has successfully completed his Commercial Driver’s License training which consisted of a 3-day course in Grand Rapids through West Michigan CDL. He now possesses a CDL Class B with an air brake endorsement which allows him to operate the City’s dump trucks. Also, Angela Stasewich successfully completed her ServSafe training which positions her to better oversee the Oval Beach Concession Stand operation. Tree Work: In collaboration with Ed Dowd’s Crane Service and Public Works staff, 6 high risk trees have been removed from the City’s ROW. With the trees gone, the stumps can be grinded before new trees are planted sometime in April. Asphalt Patching: As winter loosens its grip on southwest Michigan, we’re now entering “pothole season” due to the freeze/thaw cycles and precipitation. In response to this, the DPW staff has done several rounds of hot patching using the Falcon 4-ton hot box. Staff will continue to provide this service as the season progresses. Motor Pool Maintenance: A significant amount of time has been spent performing routine maintenance on the motor pool fleet. Most of the work consisted of changing fluids, filters, and greasing. Salt has been neutralized and plows have been removed now that the weather forecast is calling for relatively warmer temperatures. Winter Grime: Before the snow melted significantly, no parking signs were installed along the streets within the business district so that Public Works staff could remove snow that had accumulated along the curbs. This helps people get up onto the sidewalk easier after they park their cars. Time has been spent cleaning sod, wet leaves, gravel, and other unsightly debris that have been hidden underneath the snow. We’ll continue to do more detail work like this within our parks and streetscaping. City Hall Elevator Repairs: McNally Elevator has been working on the City Hall Elevator. The unit is awaiting inspection before it can be returned to use.

Total calls – 69

02/17/2026 21:35:29

General Assist

Total traffic stops – 20

02/17/2026 15:40:54

General Assist

Total school contacts – 29

02/16/2026 22:42:16

General Assist

Average response time to calls – 6 min

02/16/2026 13:14:20

FALLS

Assist to Douglas PD – 4

02/15/2026 23:12:47

General Assist

02/14/2026 18:53:48

Road Hazard

02/14/2026 00:37:11

Loud Noise

02/13/2026 22:44:30

Civil

02/13/2026 22:00:16

General Assist

02/13/2026 18:30:12

General Assist

02/12/2026 22:50:07

General Assist

02/11/2026 22:07:18

General Assist

02/10/2026 22:11:18

General Assist

02/10/2026 02:15:37

Open Door

02/09/2026 22:38:01

General Assist

02/08/2026 22:04:43

General Assist

02/08/2026 10:15:14

Check Welfare

02/07/2026 22:04:53

General Assist

02/07/2026 14:48:21

Health and Safety

02/07/2026 11:55:05

Death Investigation

02/06/2026 22:21:07

General Assist

02/05/2026 21:59:27

General Assist

02/05/2026 11:46:19

PDA

02/05/2026 09:15:37

Harassment/Threats

02/05/2026 06:15:47

General Assist

02/05/2026 02:30:38

Inspections

02/05/2026 02:23:17

Inspections

02/05/2026 02:16:43

Inspections

02/04/2026 22:51:40

Misc

Douglas PD assist to Saugatuck City - 2 Call Date/Time Incident Type =================== =================== 02/28/2026 13:17:16

Road Hazard

02/28/2026 10:59:33

Parking Violation

02/28/2026 00:15:19

General Assist

02/24/2026 22:49:18

General Assist

02/24/2026 18:18:44

General Assist

02/23/2026 22:07:53

General Assist

02/23/2026 05:40:22

Parking Violation

02/23/2026 05:30:59

Parking Violation

02/22/2026 21:48:24

General Assist

02/22/2026 00:32:54

General Assist

02/21/2026 20:12:12

General Assist

02/20/2026 22:04:59

General Assist

02/20/2026 06:23:37

General Assist

02/19/2026 22:16:51

General Assist

02/19/2026 18:52:17

General Assist

02/19/2026 13:15:48

Trespassing

02/18/2026 22:11:48

General Assist

02/18/2026 12:40:25

Trespassing

02/17/2026 23:40:45

General Assist

02/04/2026 19:30:51

General Assist

02/04/2026 18:27:04

Check Welfare

02/04/2026 15:28:49

Inspections

02/04/2026 13:29:31

Found Property

02/04/2026 00:17:51

General Assist

02/03/2026 18:38:22

FALLS

02/03/2026 08:20:00

Misc

02/02/2026 22:30:07

General Assist

02/02/2026 01:42:49

Inspections

02/02/2026 01:40:16

Inspections

02/02/2026 01:40:07

Inspections

02/02/2026 01:29:40

General Assist

02/01/2026 17:09:28

General Assist

02/01/2026 15:32:15

General Assist

02/01/2026 11:49:43

Inspections

02/01/2026 11:42:58

Inspections

02/01/2026 11:38:04

Inspections

02/01/2026 02:54:44

Road Hazard

02/01/2026 02:28:53

Inspections

02/01/2026 02:21:15

Inspections

02/01/2026 02:14:48

Inspections

City of Saugatuck Status Report of Engineering Activities March 4, 2026 General Consultation •

Developed a proposal for inspection of larger culvert crossings and storm sewer outfalls. This work could be completed in phases and areas of concern could be prioritized.

Pavement Markings: 2026 work will take place in the spring. Current contract is 2025-2027.

Assisting with review of water and sewer agreements as needed.

Updated the City Capital Improvement Plan to assist with prioritizing projects.

EGLE Technical, Managerial and Financial (TMF) Project • •

The project is complete, final documents have been submitted to EGLE and notices have been sent to customers. Assisting staff with answering customer questions. Will be working with City staff on a plan to eliminate remaining unknowns and replace lead/galvanized services by the federal and state deadlines (11/1/2037 and 1/1/2041, respectively). Water services are being evaluated with all ongoing projects to help make progress.

Mt. Baldhead Projects •

Restroom Building Replacement o Drinking fountain has been installed and remaining concrete is scheduled for March 5. Final site restoration will be completed in spring 2026. o A final walkthrough will be conducted with City staff and the contractor once construction is complete. Observation Platform Replacement o Preliminary design work is underway. o Construction is targeted for fall 2026 or spring 2027, depending on the timeframe for design, stakeholder engagement and permitting.

Maple Street Improvements • • •

The construction contract has been executed with Schippers Excavating and the Notice to Proceed has been issued. The preconstruction meeting is scheduled for March 13. Construction is anticipated to be completed April – November 2026. We will receive a more detailed schedule at the preconstruction meeting.

Parking Study • •

Incorporated City comments in GIS mapping for available parking. Parking surveys/counts are tentatively scheduled for May and July.

Park Street Improvements – Study Phase • •

The City received funding from EGLE’s Michigan Coastal Management Program, which will fund up to 50% of the planning cost. Survey work is underway. Once mapping is complete we will schedule a kickoff meeting to review the data and re-engage with the Parks & Public Works Committee, Park Street Study Group and other stakeholders.

City Hall Interior Renovations •

Met with City staff to review initial floor plan concepts and working on updates based on direction received.

Elizabeth Street Improvements • • •

Met with representatives from Saugatuck Public Schools to gather SPS input on the project in general and sidewalk improvements in particular. Topographic survey work is complete. Soil borings are scheduled for mid-March. Projected schedule is planning work in early 2026, design in mid-2026, bidding in late 2026 and construction in 2027.

Village Square Court Renovation • • •

Prepared several concepts based on input from council and PPW. Survey work is in process. Soil borings are scheduled for mid-March. We anticipate construction will take place in fall 2026 or spring 2027, depending on the timeframe for design, stakeholder engagement, etc.