CITY COMMISSION TO SEEK REPLACEMENT FOR COMMISSIONER WALTER'S SEAT

LETTERS OF INTEREST & RESUMES BEING ACCEPTED

The City of Traverse City City Commission is seeking an individual to serve the remainder of Commissioner Ashlea Walter’s term through November 13, 2023. 

Walter, who has served as a City Commissioner since 2019, was recently elected to the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners to represent District 3 at the November 8, 2022 General Election. She has submitted her formal resignation and will continue serving on the City Commission through December 31, 2022. Walter will assume her seat on the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners on January 1, 2023. 

The individual appointed to this seat will receive compensation in the prorated amount of $7,059.78 annually, paid every two weeks. There are no other forms of compensation provided to members of the City Commission. 

Those seeking interest are invited to submit a letter of interest, and resume, to the City Clerk, with such to be received (electronically or in-person) by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. With the letter, those interested should articulate why they desire to serve on the City Commission and why they believe they would contribute meaningfully on the City Commission. Individuals must be a resident of the City of Traverse City, be a registered voter for at least 30 continuous days prior to the appointment, and not be in default to the City. 

Provided there are no more than 12 individuals who meet the qualifications under the Charter who apply, all will be invited for an interview on December 14, 2022, at 7 p.m. An additional date of December 21, 2022 has been secured for interviews, if also needed; and that meeting, if necessary, will also begin at 7 p.m.

Interviews will be open to the public, televised, and streamed through the City’s current methods used for City Commission meetings. The City Commission will ultimately appoint an individual to serve by four (4) affirmative votes. 

Letters of interest, along with a resume, may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office at 400 Boardman Avenue or electronically emailed to tcclerk@traversecitymi.gov.

INTERACTIVE MAP LAUNCHED FOR LEAF PICK UP PROGRAM

A late leaf drop, an abundance of leaves, and early snow has been challenging for our Streets Division crews. Please be patient as they continue leaf pick up. The third and final pass is anticipated to begin the week of November 21st.

The Asset Management Division of the Department of Public Services is testing out a new tool, and interactive map, to help better communicate where leaf pick is taking place within the City.

Reminder, leaf pick up moves west to east.

SECOND ONLINE SURVEY MASTER PLAN & MOBILITY ACTION PLAN

The City is concluding the first phase of engagement for the Master Plan and Mobility Action Plan projects with an online survey for those who were unable to attend the recent open house, or for those who did attend and wish to provide feedback on the event.

For those unable to attend the open house, an opportunity to provide input on preserving, enhancing, or transforming various areas of the City will be asked in the survey. All responses will be kept anonymous. The survey is available until Sunday, November 20th.

NORDIC GROOMING KICKS OFF

Nordic grooming season kicked off on November 17th in the Meadows to pack and consolidate this early season snow. Warmer temps should allow for the snow to pack nicely. Rock skis are recommended and be cautious at trail crossings (especially at ditches) for shallow objects. 

The City is asking that skiers avoid the Hickory Hills side of the trail system at this time. Equipment for trail improvements are still present. Please be patient and avoid the area for now. 

Season passes for the nordic trails and alpine are available at Hickory Hills are available for purchase. 

FALL TREE PLANTING COMPLETED

The City's Parks & Recreation Division recently completed planting 151 trees! 131 deciduous and 20 evergreens (11 deciduous species and 2 coniferous species) were planted throughout the City. Most trees were planted along streets in neighborhoods. In addition, trees were planted in Indian Woods Park following the park upgrades, Darrow Park, Hannah Park, the Commons, Clancy Park, and Wags Dog Park. 

All trees planted this fall will receive a water bag in the spring - which is new! They City will water the trees, but help from the public is appreciated. Watering should not be required more than once a week.

TWO-WAY STATE, BOARDMAN, & PINE

DOWNTOWN CIRCULATION & INTERSECTION DETAIL

As part of the two-way conversion project, the DDA has committed to continually reaching out to business owners and residents of Downtown, and the surrounding neighborhoods to gain feedback. In addition, as the two-way conversion is experienced, users may provide suggestions at two-way@downtowntc.com

JOIN OUR TEAM

The City of Traverse City is a great place to work! As an employer, we offer a wide range of rewarding jobs. Our employees take pride in their work and in making Traverse City the best it can be.

The City of Traverse City is an equal opportunity employer. Full-time positions receive a competitive benefits package; paid time off, short-term leave, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer retirement contribution, and participation in Michigan’s Municipal Employee Retirement System, pension benefit program. Employees must live within a radius of twenty (20) miles of the City limits, measured from the nearest City limit.  

Open Full-Time Positions

• Firefighter/Paramedic - 24 Hour
• Patrol Officer
• Planning Assistant
• Recreation Specialist
• Senior Customer Service Representative/Collection Clerk

Seasonal/Temporary/Part-Time Positions

• Seasonal Hickory Hills Positions
• Seasonal Sidewalk Snow Blower Operators
• Part-Time Grounds/Building Maintenance Worker
• Temporary Human Resource Assistant

IN THE COMMUNITY

Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Shamroe and Commissioner Mi Stanley attending the Traverse Health Clinic Open House!