The question of short-term rentals (STRs) in Dexter Township remains up in the air as the township board looks to have more discussion and analysis before making a decision on this complex issue. Should they officially be allowed in the township and if so, how should they be regulated? They have been operating in the ...
The combined Saline Township Board and members of the Planning Commission hosted a joint fact-finding meeting on Wednesday afternoon at the township hall at 3 p.m. The meeting was arranged with the sole purpose of the members receiving additional information about the rezoning request by Related Digital for a 250-acre data center, proposed to be ...
Saline City Council unanimously passed the first reading of its proposed Ordinance 877, which would regulate the usage of electric bikes, skateboards and mobility devices in the downtown area. “Councilmember Rice had some downtown businesses that had brought concern to her about people stepping out of a store and having some of these devices kind ...
As summer 2025 draws closer to autumn, Milan City workers and contractors are nearing completion of major projects, while others are just starting. Here are some updates: Ann Marie and West Michigan Ave: A more than half million dollar project resurfacing Ann Marie Dr. and West Michigan Avenue is mostly complete. The project is awaiting ...
The Scio Township Board approved an ordinance at its August 12 meeting to dissolve the Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The reason being is that it has fulfilled its purpose and is no longer needed. However, there are some in the township who believe the DDA is still needed. At the township board meeting, the board ...
After a three-hour meeting on Wednesday evening, August 13, 2025, the Saline Township Board voted unanimously to table data center developer Related Digital’s rezoning request for 525 acres north of US-12 and east of Braun Road until its next board meeting on September 10th. Board Supervisor Jim Marion, with assistance from Treasurer Jennifer Zink, did ...
Commission votes 5-2 against rezoning 575-acre parcel from agricultural to industrial use; Township Board to decide next Following last week’s regular planning commission meeting, another meeting was convened Tuesday evening, August 12, 2025, at the Saline Township Hall. The only agenda item was the conditional rezoning request from Related Digital on a 575-acre parcel to ...
After multiple sessions of public comment, Chelsea City Council voted not to enact the DDA’s recommended noise ordinance amendment at the Aug 4 meeting, which would raise the maximum output allowed by businesses from 61dB to 91dB. Several residents raised concerns about potential hearing damage from a raised limit. “The decibel scale is logarithmic,” Chelsea ...
The Saline Township Planning Commission tabled a rezoning request from Related Digital for a 575-acre data center site, citing the need for more information after hearing extensive community feedback. Image: Conceptual rendering of the data center. Courtesy Related Digital In an overflow crowd at the Saline Township Planning Commission meeting Tuesday evening, a public hearing ...
By Matt Rosentreter City Council approved language amendments to sections 7.4 and 7.9 of the city charter at the Aug 4 meeting, which will be voted on in Nov. The changes include raising the threshold for city purchases before a referendum is able to be filed from $5,000 to $25,000, as well as streamlining language ...
Saline’s City Council adopted a resolution at the Aug 4 meeting to put a renewal of Saline’s road millage on the upcoming Nov 4 ballot for residents to vote on. The millage, initially passed by voters in 2018, is used for infrastructural upkeep, including road and sidewalk work. “We believe we’ve got a good trajectory,” ...
The August 5 primary election is underway in Michigan, and voters in Dexter and Milan are making their voices heard in local races and ballot decisions. Polls are open until 8 p.m. tonight, and anyone in line by closing time will be allowed to vote. What’s on the Ballot in Dexter, Michigan? Voters in Dexter ...
At the Dexter Forum’s first meeting in its new Senior Center home, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell warned of looming budget battles, a divided government, and the erosion of democratic freedoms. Photo: U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell speaks at the Dexter Forum on August 2, 2025. Photo by Doug Marrin. U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-6) attended the Dexter ...
Dexter Township has scheduled a strategic planning session for August 27, at Dexter Township Hall, and they want to hear from the community. Announcing the upcoming meeting, the township said, “Resident input is essential as we set priorities and plan for the future of Dexter Township.” The Sun Times News followed up with township supervisor ...
Felix Stump announced his candidacy for Chelsea City Council, outlining a campaign focused on affordability, safety, and community connection. “I’m running for Chelsea City Council to help continue our city’s progress toward becoming a safer, more welcoming place for everyone—while preserving the small-town charm that makes Chelsea so special,” Stump said. “We had our rehearsal ...
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