Commissioner (At-Large)· 2024-11 - 2026-11 (month-level start: November 2024 per Nov 5, 2024 election and city roster '2024-2026 Term'; month-level end: November 2026 per city roster and next election Nov 2026)
Paige Katsarsky-Smith
Battle Creek
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Top issues during term (10)(General)
Settlement of Gooch et al v. City of Battle Creek
Settlement terms were discussed in closed session and not disclosed in open session.
Beckley Road corridor rezoning / Lakeview T-6 district
Eliminating a second newspaper notice will save the city notice costs.
policing and racial equity concerns
Policy and training changes could carry staffing and technology costs not yet estimated.
municipal website launch
Expect some upfront tech and maintenance costs, but the site could save staff time and make routine transactions cheaper to handle online.
autonomous aviation policy
It could bring tech investment and jobs, but the city may also need to spend on airspace management, safety, and infrastructure.
city manager appointment
Her budget decisions could shift how Battle Creek spends money and which services get priority, though no specific dollar changes are announced yet.
Pride flag raising
The cost is basically negligible—just a flag and a small ceremony—so it won’t move the city budget.
city staffing appointments
Filling these roles means paying two leadership salaries and benefits, but the source doesn't say how much.
historical racial injustice remediation
The city could face upfront costs for demolition and restoration, but the long-term fiscal impact isn’t clear yet.
city leadership appointments
No immediate cost or savings is tied to the picks, but new leaders can influence future department budgets and spending priorities.
Decisions during term (1)
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Voting record (1)(General)
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