Sturgis City Commission

Sturgis City Commission on May 27 approved a resolution, presented by commissioner Aaron Miller, to direct an independent investigation by outside counsel into any potential violations against specific parts of Michigan law, associated case law, procedure of the commission and…

On May 13, Sturgis City Commission held a work session, prior to its regular meeting, to explore next steps in organizational structure.  The primary focus was the process of finding a successor for outgoing city manager Andrew Kuk. In April,…

Sturgis City Commission on May 13 approved a proposal from Newbury Square Construction of Shipshewana, Ind., to complete a roof overhaul at Doyle Community Center, at a cost of just over $729,000.  The plan is dependent on securing a private…

Tension surrounding mayor Frank Perez, Sturgis City Commission and uncertainty about the resignation of city manager Andrew Kuk continued on May 13, at a regular meeting of the board.  Aaron Miller, commissioner at-large, brought two separate resolutions, each of which…

Sturgis Mayer Frank Perez took part in a podcast interview with 500 Grand Studios, broadcast earlier this week on YouTube.  During the conversation, Perez makes comments regarding an April 22 city commission motion to censure him and another to remove…

At the April 22 meeting of Sturgis City Commission, Jordan Smith of accounting firm Maner Costerisan presented the audit report of the city’s financial performance for the period ending Sept. 30, 2025.  The city received a “clean” opinion, which is…

Linda Harrington has resigned from Sturgis City Commission. Harrington, a representative of the city’s 3rd Precinct, submitted her resignation earlier this month, and announced on April 22 it would be her final meeting as a member of the board.  According…

After a closed session discussion April 22, Sturgis City Commission and city manager Andrew Kuk agreed to a mutual separation, following Kuk’s resignation.  His resignation becomes effective July 24. In the interim, he will continue in the role.  The motion…

Sturgis City Commission on Feb. 25 considered several measures and proposals.  The board approved a master services agreement amendment for Fleis and VandenBrink Engineering, for $121,300, pertaining to reconstruction of South Lakeview Avenue.  That project is scheduled as part of the city’s 2026-27…

Sturgis City Commission will consider several proposals at its Feb. 25 meeting. Here is a roundup. South Lakeview Avenue design plan. Commissioners will assess approval of a service agreement amendment for Fleis and VandenBrink for reconstruction on South Lake Avenue. The…

Sturgis City Commission held a closed session Aug. 27 to discuss union negotiations in connection with the city’s fire department. Commissioners ratified the contract as presented.  City manager Andrew Kuk said the agreement is “fair and mutually beneficial.” “We were…

Sturgis City Commission’s annual organization meeting scheduled for Monday is rescheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, prior to the regular board meeting.  The postponement is due to the change in election law, based on a statewide proposal in November…

By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commissioners on Wednesday gave a first review of proposed changes to the downtown parking policy. At a work session Aug. 28, staff and commissioners discussed potential revisions.  Proposals include accounting for new parking spaces being…