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At the meeting a board member said their last information was that MTA intended to remove the stop and put a bench in its place. Other members criticized MTA’s presentation to the board as “ill informed” and said MTA representatives seemed unprepared when they earlier discussed the issue. The board also noted graffiti on the existing shelter and suggested simple repairs — such as replacing plexiglass — could improve the stop in the short term.

DDA members were told they do not control right-of-way decisions and that the DPW must coordinate with MTA on bus-stop locations and shelter maintenance. The DDA asked staff to check with DPW about any current plans or formal complaints that prompted the MTA’s proposal and to seek the number and source of complaints if that data exists.

No formal action was taken; members agreed to request updates from staff. DPW and MTA involvement were described as necessary steps before any change could proceed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Downtown Development Authority May 19, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Board members raised concerns about a decision by the Mid-Michigan Transportation Authority (MTA) to remove a bus stop and install a bench; members said the DDA has no authority over right-of-way decisions and asked staff to seek updates from DPW.","taxTitle","Burton, Genesee County, Michigan","taxId",55651,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6235826,"DDA reviews final sign design, directs staff to pursue permits and site staking",165,1653000,1818000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e&start=1653&end=1818","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e/thumbnail_1653000.jpg","/articles/6235826/Burton/Genesee-County/Michigan/DDA-reviews-final-sign-design-directs-staff-to-pursue-permits-and-site-staking","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6235826-3550d3b8048dd3dc3acf44ca5630839f/orig.mp4?Expires=1775090513&Signature=SQQG0yg-ZE47-afXGlUFNSNXOMcxueTxT3QTM14FIlmlO1hpG1YFCRJ6~Hp0XbTIH~tSJES5CXO4nZIbgleVooaXru6pEiv6snjegukf9jKHNYM9WQp-35TCmzBF-GJrXMghDTq3GVvrREajGIEkCk9YQW4qt0ezK9gVfvc1qHZIaUeZxtIAn9Sl~AOmy2P-f5I40x8zARLibWsrFSItoocMWstUdjDlUdMDr7Muh5q3UxZ~aRCrskawhEdQFBer3~Y7GWLvj0c5wGUF32zn343DBSeUA2AlrjDTycV7l3V1a2svcZFtemRXMuhmIHNOpn8ezdN0ArCs2d1MAYhUxA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Burton Downtown Development Authority reviewed a final draft of a planned downtown welcome sign and directed staff to pursue permitting and stake the site so work can begin.

Board members saw a rendering showing materials matched to the clock-corner installation and a change from a curved cap to a flat cap for the “Welcome to” header because the chosen materials are less likely to accommodate a curved top. The design includes room for future landscaping and an electrical outlet for seasonal decorations.

Board members said they had met with City staff (referred to in the meeting as Earl/Mr. Dopp at Joey’s office) to urge progress. Members directed that DPW sign-permit work and utility-location staking (MISS DIG) be started; one member emphasized urgency because the fiscal year ends in June and they want construction underway this summer.

A contractor name (Streeter) and subcontracting arrangements were mentioned during the discussion; members acknowledged they cannot set a construction start date until DBW/DPW permitting is cleared. No formal vote was recorded; the meeting notes show the board directed the staff contact and permitting steps described above.

Board members thanked volunteers and staff for progress on the sign design and asked staff to provide scheduling updates once permits and staking are complete.","Board members reviewed a final sign rendering that will match materials at the clock corner, discussed permit and staking steps, and instructed staff to move the project toward construction to meet fiscal-year timing.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6235831,"Burton DDA approves contract mowing for Bristol/475 right-of-way; authorizes up to $100 per mow, two mows monthly",587,751000,1338000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e&start=751&end=1338","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e/thumbnail_751000.jpg","/articles/6235831/Burton/Genesee-County/Michigan/Burton-DDA-approves-contract-mowing-for-Bristol475-right-of-way-authorizes-up-to-100-per-mow-two-mows-monthly","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6235831-83fe71b659ab2b5bf4d9baa4914efa4c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775090513&Signature=U5fV8-0ncg0eaiquAOz7HIoZAp6P3LHDxUeCTHESqyKdZnxaOKZDE6AQNIYAKV0NKwF0uXIZaJz0EgfiRYVKg0zAVrTyiz0O-R7ic5Lvz~ghCyKOjkP8dCugLkVZuYlAUMxjluloct0o8eK2isqbxfTe4ZTZVpHOFq3uhgZXgBOlFd~UjTGOSTrzd5Rw89mBk7ydv3EiCef00jfdp73xtUh7hvmYjXl4OKpj5XeSMQFPppfSfLkYYsXQSdHN7rvM8qis0N6K4rc7QmvBAQFh3YxtNVSj1bDJTczeRdu7JP-JuEnrwWFvUAPXoN58RcmQYlzcR2~~KaRLphM4XJvAXA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Burton Downtown Development Authority voted to contract mowing for the right-of-way at the Bristol and M-475 intersection, authorizing Mike’s Services at $100 per mow with a maximum of two mows per month, May through November if needed.

The motion to contract mowing included a cap of $100 per mow and a maximum of two mows per month. Board members said the arrangement is intended to mirror previous years’ parameters; the motion’s maker amended it to include the explicit two-mows-per-month cap. The roll-call vote recorded all members present voting yes and the chair announced, “Motion carried.”

Board discussion noted the DDA’s landscaping line currently had very limited funds (speakers cited figures of about $97.80 to $110 remaining). Members discussed transferring funds into the landscaping line for this fiscal year and acknowledged the DDA’s budget for next fiscal year includes maintenance. The board agreed to consult the controller about where to transfer funds and to finalize any transfer at the next meeting.

Members also discussed coordination with the city Department of Public Works and potential state construction on the corridor. DPW staff (referred to in the meeting as Mr. Abbey/Abby) had previously indicated construction this year or next could make mowing unsafe or infeasible in some areas because some ramps and right-of-way are maintained by MDOT. The DDA agreed the contractor should not bill for scheduled mows it cannot reasonably perform because of construction or access restrictions.

Action taken: contract mowing at Bristol and M-475 with Mike’s Services, $100 per mow, maximum two mows per month, May through November if needed; motion carried by recorded roll call.","The DDA approved contracting Mike's Services to mow the Bristol/475 right-of-way through November at up to $100 per mow (maximum two mows per month). Board members discussed budget shortfalls and DPW coordination.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6235836,"Burton DDA, Beautify Burton secure 20 of 25 downtown flower-pot spots; volunteers, local businesses enlisted",929,592000,1521000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e&start=592&end=1521","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3396847-0ace7737e70e24963fe79cbeacf8e08e/thumbnail_592000.jpg","/articles/6235836/Burton/Genesee-County/Michigan/Burton-DDA-Beautify-Burton-secure-20-of-25-downtown-flower-pot-spots-volunteers-local-businesses-enlisted","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6235836-1bec3d84fe0ad95998e55a7e5f32a89c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775090513&Signature=czlIskEC8IYoS-iNssPUOwJ0hnJP477ZnXfIDK7ZoE-17HCreB2fqT0R-VuRhXbus0R~ZpTtYcs5Ig8rdQbZlCE2aZgJdnaQhIwd6M~oxd2TbyT-yFSj4HLH0chSh27FQdwbZmMzVB3mv2spg3um~r~FZ~bwrmnJCln1csCAsSO7HHDB74UsauQGeki~YlgmQmvs~CQKdGwHvE7miQVsy61hu~7FeWuiobHHSRwTQUN3A4Z-eTnYgw2jvgS-yVRZ5fB~kycPoJN96FfJRIzWzYtf9vp-6h8uHG4FpvEhT~TIBd5bkZnN15t80Jt7Y-q3iIS72igMisc875VUXtlHSw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Burton Downtown Development Authority heard an update on a collaboration with Beautify Burton to place flower pots at downtown businesses and to organize watering and delivery logistics.

Board members were told the project has secured commitments for 20 of 25 available planter spots along South Saginaw and nearby streets. Organizers credited board member Miss Hereford with identifying participating businesses and noted early responses have been “extremely positive.”

Organizers said contributors and supporters include Gilroy’s Hardware (Debbie), Ham and Signs (Jason), Walker Farms (Betty) and Beautify Burton (Chris). The group plans to use donated watering cans branded with a DDA logo and to coordinate truck capacity from Walker Farms and local volunteers for delivery. Volunteers living in the 48529 ZIP code have expressed interest in helping water the planters once installed.

Board members discussed logistics and next steps: scheduling a delivery date, confirming which volunteers will water the pots, and clarifying whether the city will assist with maintenance. Organizers said they will speak with Walker to confirm when plants are ready and will return to the board with a delivery timeline.

No formal board vote was taken on the flower-pot program at the meeting. The DDA meeting record shows organizers plan outreach to the remaining businesses and to Burton View (a local stakeholder) to expand participation.

The DDA also noted several businesses declined participation; organizers kept a running sign-up that lists who approved and who declined. The program’s leaders encouraged board members and volunteers to contact them if they want to reserve one of the remaining planter spots.

The project will return to the board for updates on delivery, volunteer coordination and any budgetary needs.","The Burton Downtown Development Authority heard an update on a collaboration with Beautify Burton to place flower pots at downtown businesses; volunteers, in-kind donations and logistics remain the focus as organizers plan delivery and watering.","actionData","errors"]

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DDA members question MTA plan to remove bus stop, replace with bench; DPW and authority roles clarified

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Burton DDA approves contract mowing for Bristol/475 right-of-way; authorizes up to $100 per mow, two mows monthly

Burton DDA, Beautify Burton secure 20 of 25 downtown flower-pot spots; volunteers, local businesses enlisted