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Land Bank discusses zoning, procurement policy and staff additions
Summary
Members discussed nonconforming lot zoning issues, deferred detailed review of a procurement policy with local preference, approved the 2026 meeting calendar and introduced a new Planning Department employee who may assist with minutes.
Board members discussed recent news about nonconforming lots and potential shifts in dimensional zoning standards in the City of Manistee, stressing a preference for uniform solutions over spot zoning and citing examples such as proportional setback reductions for substandard lot widths.
Rachel Nelson presented the procurement policy packet (with local preference and conflict‑of‑interest provisions) previously circulated in October and members agreed to take additional time for a full review at a future meeting. The board approved the 2026 meeting calendar (third Monday of each month at 1:00 P.M., with minor courthouse-related adjustments) and Nelson introduced Scott Fraley, a new Planning Department employee who may assist with minute-taking.
