Jackson City review committee votes to raise council pay to $750 a month starting May 2027 After comparing peer cities and reviewing budget projections, the Jackson City Council Review Committee voted unanimously to raise monthly council pay from $500 to $750 for members taking office in May 2027; a possible annual cost-of-living increase was discussed but left pending legal review.

Jackson City Council members will see their monthly pay rise from $500 to $750 starting in May 2027, marking the first increase in two decades!

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Council backs grant applications and gear purchases for police, fire and donations to neighboring department The council approved grant-related purchases and resolutions including tasers funded by a BCIF grant project (~$1M), a FEMA AFG resolution to replace radios and air packs (application for $2M with 10% city match), donation of used ballistic vests to Gadsden PD, and a $2,000 cybersecurity match.

Jackson City Council just approved a $1 million taser purchase and a $2 million FEMA grant application to upgrade crucial fire and police equipment—find out what this means for public safety!

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Jackson council approves ARPA expansion for lead‑line replacements, contracts and ordinances; creates street assessment relief fund Council voted to expand ARPA funding to cover lead service line replacements citywide, approved multiple contracts and change orders (materials testing, tree removal, water/main and lead service work), adopted a fire prevention code update, and established a street assessment relief fund.

Jackson City Council is taking bold steps to enhance public health and infrastructure, including a citywide expansion of the lead service line replacement program using ARPA funds!

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Council approves consent calendar, zoning changes and a series of contracts and code updates At the Dec. 16 meeting the council passed the consent calendar, adopted ordinance 2025-04 creating a temporary bicentennial commission, approved fire-code updates, authorized a $101,172 sanitary-sewer lining contract, a $15,042.67 change order for the MLK Equality Trail and several rezonings and interlocal agreements.

Jackson City Council just made significant strides in planning for the future, from a bicentennial commission for 2029 to essential fire code updates and strategic zoning changes!

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Jackson council asks state delegation to explain sudden cuts to $645M in projects, passes resolution unanimously Council unanimously adopted a resolution urging state lawmakers to restore roughly $645 million in previously approved projects after the Michigan House Appropriations Committee disapproved those funds without prior notice; the council asked the local delegation to report back before the next meeting.

Jackson City Council is demanding answers after the sudden disapproval of $645 million in state projects, urging transparency and accountability from lawmakers.

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Jackson City Council swears in three members, unanimously adopts agenda and hears public comment At its Dec. 2 organizational meeting, Jackson City Council swore in Arlene Robinson, Angelita Gunn and Shalanda Hunt, unanimously approved an amended agenda (items 7 and 8 removed) and heard public comments on homelessness, paid parking and community events.

Jackson City Council welcomed new members and addressed pressing community concerns, from homelessness to downtown parking, as they set the stage for future discussions.

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Jackson City Council approves $250,000 settlement in lawsuit by former police major Council approved a budget amendment to appropriate $125,000 from the city plus $125,000 from the insurer to settle consolidated lawsuits filed by former Jackson Police Major Philip Kemper; settlement includes dismissal with prejudice and a $17,500 back-pay component.

The Jackson City Council has greenlighted a $250,000 settlement with former Police Major Philip Kemper, putting an end to a contentious legal battle that could have gone to trial in 2026.

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Council approves Phase 2 of racial equity audit; CNA contract draws questions from council and public Jackson City Council voted to authorize phase 2 of a racial equity audit to be managed by the city's Department of Equity and Inclusion in partnership with CNA Corporation at a firm-fixed price of $175,000, split across two fiscal years. The decision followed public comment that criticized the audit and councilors' questions about scope, objectivit

The Jackson City Council has greenlit a $175,000 Phase 2 racial equity audit, igniting passionate debate among residents about its value versus pressing community needs.

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Mayor Mahoney leads city council meeting with citizen comments and agenda adoption City council adopts agenda before proceeding to citizen comment portion of the meeting.

The Jackson City Council's recent meeting highlighted a commitment to community engagement, allowing citizens to voice their concerns in a structured and respectful environment.

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City Council Considers Changing Treasurer Position to Appointed Role by 2028 Council discusses motion for appointed city treasurer position and interview date.

The Jackson City Council is on the brink of a major shift, considering whether to transform the treasurer role from an elected position to an appointed one by 2028.

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Jackson City Council Meeting Opens With Pledge and Global Prayer Councilman Donnell leads Jackson's city council in pledge and a prayer for peace.

At the Jackson City Council meeting, Councilman Donnell’s powerful invocation called for compassion and unity, urging the community to reflect on global humanitarian crises while conducting local business.

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Council member Freddie invites community members to address important issues Council member Freddie encourages community participation in addressing local concerns.

The Jackson City Council is opening the floor to residents, emphasizing the power of community voices in shaping local governance!

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Jackson City Council urged to reject decriminalization of psilocybin and ethnogenic drugs Council members highlight legal risks and confusion from proposed psilocybin decriminalization.

The Jackson City Council is grappling with a heated debate over whether to decriminalize psilocybin and LSD, as legal risks loom large and local voices urge caution.

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City Council discusses $1.5M budget cut and prioritizes emergency amendments Council debates cutting $1.5M from budget while planning future amendments for unforeseen costs.

The Jackson City Council faces a critical decision as they debate a proposed $1.5 million budget cut that could reshape the city's financial future.

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Budget Committee confirms adjustment to funding estimates despite missing $2M allocation Committee verifies budget reductions while clarifying forthcoming funding updates and adjustments.

Jackson's City Council is making critical budget adjustments that could reshape the financial landscape for the upcoming fiscal year.

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Jackson advocates push for entheogen decriminalization despite opposition at council meeting Community members urge Jackson council to decriminalize entheogens amid misunderstandings and opposition.

Jackson residents are rallying for entheogen decriminalization, aiming for safer access amidst rising community support and opposition!

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