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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Saginaw public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2026 sidewalk and ADA ramp projects
Resident Melanie Velasco pressed the council on broken sidewalks on Superior, Fashion Square, and Russell, warning of fall injuries as winter approaches. Councilmember Ostash clarified sidewalks are the resident's responsibility, though a $40 right-of-way permit and city inspection are required for repairs.
2026 Local Road Millage Resurfacing and Water Main Replacement
The council was asked to add roughly $730,737 to the Lois Kay Contracting deal for the 2026 road millage project, pushing the total to about $3.7 million. That means more streets repaved and old water mains replaced.
Strickland Street Sign
Arthur Carpenter petitioned the city to add Horace Strickland's name to the street sign at 7th and Johnson Streets, honoring the grandfather who bought his family home in 1958 and watched over the neighborhood. The council referred the petition to the Planning Commission for a recommendation.
CSX railroad crossings and fall construction schedule
Council learned the Washington Avenue rail crossing closure came as a surprise because CSX worked through MDOT, not the city. State Street and Weiss crossings remain on track for November, weather permitting.