City of Marine City Summary of Recently Adopted Ordinances

City of Marine City Summary of Recently Adopted Ordinances The following is a brief summary of three ordinances recently adopted by the City of Marine City at the January 15, 2026 regular meeting. These summaries are provided for general information purposes only. Full copies of each ordinance as adopted, may be found on the City's official website or by contacting the City Clerk's Office at 810-765-8830 or clerk@marinecity.gov Ordinance No. 25-005 – Adoption of St. Clair County Drain Rules This ordinance adopts the St. Clair County Drain Rules and Regulations and any/all future amendments, as the official standards for stormwater management and drainage design within the City of Marine City. The adopted rules establish uniform technical and procedural requirements for stormwater facilities, including design, review, construction, and maintenance. Administration and enforcement are managed by the City Manager or designee in coordination with the St. Clair County Drain Commissioner. In cases of conflict with other City ordinances, the more restrictive standard applies. Ordinance No. 25-006 – Adoption of the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code and Uniform Traffic Code This ordinance adopts by reference the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code and the Michigan Uniform Traffic Code, including all future amendments. These state-level traffic laws are enforced locally in the same manner as City ordinances. Violations are subject to penalties provided under the adopted codes or the City's general penalty provisions. Conflicting local ordinances are repealed. Ordinance No. 25-007 – Purchasing, Contracts, and Sale of Property Amendment This ordinance updates the City's purchasing and contracting policies to improve clarity, transparency, and accountability. It establishes purchasing thresholds, defines required processes for open market purchases, comparative pricing, and competitive bidding, and it outlines emergency purchasing authority. The ordinance also addresses professional services, contract approval requirements, conflict-of-interest standards, and procedures for the sale or disposal of City property. Purchasing limits are subject to annual review by the City Commission. For publication on January 22, 2026. Jason A. Bell City Clerk January 20, 2026 January 22 2026 LPET0444027