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Cadillac City Council Meeting 7/20/26
Published: Jul 20, 2026
City Council Approves Innovative Energy Infrastructure Project with No Upfront Cost
The City Council discussed a proposal for an Advanced Resilient Energy Infrastructure project involving Schneider Electric and Butterfly. This initiative includes installing solar panels, energy storage, and upgrading HVAC systems at municipal facilities, with no upfront cost to the city. The project aims to enhance resilience against power outages and reduce energy expenses. Council members expressed enthusiasm for the potential benefits, cost savings, and innovative nature of the project. A motion to waive competitive bidding and authorize an agreement with Butterfly was approved.
City Council Advances Fire Department Funding Proposal to Ballot for Voter Approval
The City Council considered and approved ballot language for a 1.85 millage proposal dedicated to funding the Cadillac Fire Department's personnel, apparatus, and equipment. The proposal aims to address critical needs, including hiring additional firefighters to improve safety and capabilities, and replacing aging fire trucks that exceed recommended service life. The current fire department operates a 27-year-old engine and a 32-year-old ladder truck daily, with replacement costs estimated at over $3.5 million. If approved by voters in the November general election, the millage would translate to approximately $14 in additional annual property tax for the average single-family home. This measure is intended to avoid the need for bonds or loans for truck replacement and to enhance overall public safety services.
Residents Voice Concerns on Jail Emissions, Wastewater Plant Violations, Library Lease, and Public Safety Issues
During public comment, residents raised multiple concerns including methane gas release from the Wexford County Jail, poor management of the wastewater plant leading to environmental violations and potential harm, and issues with a lease agreement between the city and the library. There were also complaints about unsupervised children harassing older residents along a walk path, leading to physical altercations. A resident inquired about the status of a grant for water systems due to failing private wells. The council was urged to improve communication and uphold responsibilities regarding public information.
City Council Approves Water System Improvement Project, Securing Funding for Well Hookups
The City Council reviewed and approved the Project Planning Document for the PAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) water system improvements project, a critical step towards securing an $8.2 million state grant and $1.5 million federal grant for the initiative. The project aims to extend municipal water service to all city residents on private wells, including capping those wells. Five distinct projects have been identified to address areas with known contamination and to improve overall system reliability. The estimated total cost is $8.2 million, with the project being 100% grant-funded. The council also voted to adopt a resolution formally adopting the document and authorizing the City Manager as the representative for the funding application, moving the project forward after years of study and planning.
City Council Approves Innovative Energy Infrastructure Project with No Upfront Cost
The City Council considered a proposal for an Advanced Resilient Energy Infrastructure project presented by Schneider Electric and Butterfly. The initiative involves a $4.4 million investment, with no upfront capital cost to the city, focusing on community resilience, solar generation, energy storage, and energy efficiency upgrades at the City Hall, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and main water building/wellfields. Key components include solar panels, lithium battery storage for islanding capabilities during power outages, HVAC upgrades, and SCADA software. The 15-year agreement includes shared savings on utility bills, with the city potentially taking ownership of the assets after the term. The council voted to waive competitive bidding and authorize an agreement with Butterfly.
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