City Manager reported that the City of Saginaw received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the fiscal year 2026 budget — the city’s 18th consecutive year to earn the recognition.

The manager also announced a dedication for the Hoyt Park Memorial Cup legacy project, noting more than $1.6 million in park improvements tied to the Saginaw Spirit Memorial Cup bid. Upgrades include a new upper-level pavilion with utilities and accessibility features, refurbished ball diamonds and lighting converted to energy-efficient LED fixtures, additional picnic tables and bleachers, and a new electronic sign.

The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded the city a "Safe Streets and Roads for All" grant; staff said the city is carrying out a comprehensive review of roads and will solicit resident feedback as part of a safety action plan. The city also launched a Saginaw neighborhood housing and economic development survey — funded through the Michigan Municipal League's My Home Project — open through Friday, Dec. 12, to inform housing and economic development strategy updates.

"This award represents a significant achievement by the city and reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of government budgeting," the City Manager said on the record. The manager congratulated Yolanda Bland and the Office of Management and Budget team for their work on the budget submission.

The city encouraged residents to participate in the survey and to attend the Hoyt Park Memorial Cup dedication scheduled for Thursday at 11:30 AM.