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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Clair Shores public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Stephens Road Greenway Feasibility Study
A four-community bike/pedestrian path along Stephens Road is now an adopted study — a stepping stone for future grant applications, though it commits St. Clair Shores to nothing. Members debated road diets, business impacts, and resident-only park access.
Civic Arena universal bathroom renovation
A $200,000 state grant plus a $50,000 city match will rebuild the arena bathrooms using universal design — better lighting, quieter dryers and a more welcoming space for everyone, not just ADA minimums.
Library renovation and furniture
The library renovation continues with $235,861.81 in new furniture, including scaled-down kid furniture, a dedicated teen room, and lake-themed play features. The lower bid was rejected because it left out key pieces.