August 2025 E-Connections

Welcome Home Students

The city is pleased to welcome the students of Central Michigan University and Mid Michigan College to the Mt. Pleasant area for the 2025-2026 academic year.



As part-year residents, students have the opportunity to explore the city while immersing themselves in college life. To make that transition easier, a home away from home guide was created.

Useful information can be found at www.mt-pleasant.org/students or the “CMU & MMC Student Resident” page on the City’s blog (www.mpcityblog.com/studentresidents).

Topics include:

• Things to do in Mt. Pleasant
• Utility set up and billing.
• Parking Regulations
• Parties
• Property Appearance
• Refuse and Recycling
• Voter Registration
• Safety tips and more.
• Sign up for Smart911, a free emergency notification system. Download the Smart911 App, or visit www.smart911.com

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Cancelled

Due to a lack of quorum, the August 27, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 24 at 7 p.m. This meeting will be held in person (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. The public may view the meeting live on the City’s You Tube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMI on Spectrum channel 188 or via Zoom.



For detailed meeting information visit www.mt-pleasant.org/zba.

Election Status

On August 5, registered voters within the Mt. Pleasant city limits elected Ryon Skalitzky as city commissioner.

Overall voter turnout for the City of Mt. Pleasant was 13.34%. The voting method breakdown is as follows:

·        3.44% of votes were cast on Election Day.

·        9.90% voted absentee.

Congratulations to City Clerk Holly Schmeltzer, Deputy City Clerk Marilyn Wixson and Office Professional Angie McCann, and the 22 Election Inspectors who successfully ran this election. 

City Commissioner Skalitzy Takes Oath of Office

At the August 11, 2025 City Commission meeting, newly elected commissioner Ryon Skalitzky was given the oath of office by City Clerk Holly Schmeltzer. Commissioner Skalitzky’s term runs through December 31, 2026. 

Possible State Emergency Relief Funds for Consumer Energy Customers 

Consumers Energy customers who qualify for State Emergency Relief (SER) funds may now be eligible for additional assistance under a new Michigan Department of Health and Human Services policy. 

To make it easier for customers to find the help they need based on their situation, Consumers Energy launched “My Personalized Offerings,” an easy-to-use tool that empowers customers to identify and enroll in custom payment assistance and energy management programs. The optional tool is free and available to all customers at ConsumersEnergy.com/Offers  

Trail Safety Reminders

The City Commission recently adopted proposed changes to the city’s bicycle ordinance (Chapter 72) which includes both traditional and electric bicycles. For easy reference, updates to this ordinance will be posted here after August 28.

Changes include:

• Clear definitions of electric bike classifications (1, 2 and 3).

• Updates on where e-bikes can be operated.

• Speed limit for both bikes and ebikes not to exceed 10 mph on a sidewalk or paved trail/pathway.

• Violations are civil infractions, with fines of up to $50.

• Traffic violations of bikes and e-bikes on public roadways could be subject to points on your driver’s license.

As always, trail safety is extremely important. Please review guidelines at www.mt-pleasant.org/parks and keep the trails safe and fun for everyone.