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Jan 28, 2026·StrategicPlan
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City of Montague State of the City 2026
This 'State of the City' report for 2026 summarizes the City of Montague's achievements in 2025 and outlines future initiatives. Key strategic areas include maintaining fiscal health through positive audit results and pension funding, fostering responsible urban development with projects like Bowen Woods, enhancing community amenities through extensive Parks and Recreation improvements, supporting local business growth, and prioritizing public safety and infrastructure upgrades such as pedestrian crossings and sidewalk installations. The report emphasizes community collaboration and continued progress.
Jun 16, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City of Montague Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget
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The City of Montague's proposed budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025, includes a reduction in the millage rate from 16.00 mills to 15.75 mills. The budget focuses on reducing the millage, stabilizing cash flow, and continuing parks projects. Key highlights include lowering the property tax millage rate, allocating funds for updates to the City's Zoning Ordinance, assigning funds for the Montague Drain / Buttermilk Creek Watershed project, and appropriating funds for street lighting improvements. The budget also includes continued improvements to parks, renovations at City Hall, and transfers to major and local street funds. Additionally, the budget addresses lead service line replacements, maintenance at City wells, and service line installations in the sewer fund. The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will continue to support maintenance activities and property improvements in the downtown area. The equipment fund is prioritized to complete payment for a new plow truck, and the Public Works facility needs a roof repair.
Jul 18, 2024·BoardMeeting
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City Of Montague Downtown Development Authority Meeting Minutes
The DDA meeting addressed a façade improvement application for 8718 Ferry Street, approving 70% of the project cost, not exceeding $27,867. An update on the Bardic Wells Meadery loan was provided, with a decision to offer the negotiated loan amount of $43,411.97 to the current owner, with interest only accruing if payments are missed. Project updates included the upcoming payoff of Jimmy's Pub's loan, the acquisition of a boat for a photo attraction, and the completion of sidewalk work near the sculpture park.
Jun 20, 2024·BoardMeeting
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City Of Montague Downtown Development Authority Meeting Minutes
The DDA meeting addressed a façade improvement application for Stoney Ridge Winery, focusing on extending the mansard roof and installing a new sign. Discussions included exceeding the 50% funding threshold for façade improvements and the allocation of the façade budget. Updates on other façade improvement projects, including Busy Bee Cafe and Pretty in Polish, were also provided. The meeting concluded with a discussion of the 4th of July fireworks, including the cost and location of the fireworks show, and a recommendation to the City Council to approve the fireworks permit through 2026.
