Commissioner David Kuder briefed the Market City Planning Commission on a draft traffic‑impact study prepared by engineering consultant DLZ, which models traffic outcomes for the proposed College Heights redevelopment on the old hospital site.

Kuder said the study simulates build‑out years 2030 and 2050 and predicts higher turning movements and reduced levels of service at a number of intersections unless recommended mitigations are pursued. "If you do this, then this," Kuder said of the study's dichotomous recommendations, noting the report offers options such as reconnecting or rerouting streets, adding roundabouts or signal controls at certain junctions.

Kuder and staff discussed how Northern Michigan University (NMU) engaged DLZ for additional intersection work tied to pedestrian safety, and commissioners referenced published estimates that the redevelopment could add roughly 350–400 students (about 400 new student beds) to the area, increasing peak traffic and parking demand.

Commissioners debated whether DLZ or city engineers should present the study to the planning commission or to the city commission; staff suggested the city engineer could deliver a concise summary. Kuder said he would follow up on the ability to share the study once it is finalized.

The commission did not act on the study at the Nov. 11 meeting; commissioners requested a presentation or summary in the coming weeks to clarify recommended network changes and probable near‑term impacts on traffic operations.