Board &
Commissions
- Board of Constructions Appeals
- Board of Public Works Commission
- Board of Review
- Board of Zoning Appeals
- Cemetery & Parks Commission
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City Council
- Library Board
- Local Officers Compensation Commission
- Nominating Commission
- Planning Commission
- Shopping Area Redevelopment Board
- City of Zeeland Citizen’s Academy
Board of Constructions Appeals
The five-member Board of Construction Appeals hears the appeals to requirement(s) of the Building Code, Property Maintenance and Housing Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code or Mechanical Code, or an opinion or requirement of the building official. Decisions of this board may be appealed to the State Construction Code Commission. Effective July 1, 2005 the Board of Construction Appeals application filing fee is $500.
Members
- Lara Kovacs
- Thomas Ritsema, Alternate
- Dave Timmer
- Open
- Open
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Board of Public Works Commission
This five-member board is responsible for overseeing the operations of the electric generating plant and water distribution systems. They make key decisions about how the ZBPW operates and ensure all decisions align with the community’s needs and interests.
Members
- Jonathan Walters
- Linda Boerman
- Mark Cooney
- Ann Query
- Open
Board Meetings
All meetings typically happen on the second Tuesday of the month and are held at City Hall: 350 East Washington Ave, Zeeland, MI (unless otherwise indicated)
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Board of Review
Members
- Todd Holstege
- Chad Keegstra
- Troy Nykamp
Board Meetings
The city’s 3-member Board of Review meets approximately 5 times each year to review property assessments, hear assessment appeals, and make any needed corrections to the assessment roll. In addition, they may meet to be advised by city staff regarding assessments and assessment appeals, and to sign documents, certificates, affidavits, etc.
The board is also responsible, at its July and December sessions, to review appeals on approvals and denials of PRE (homestead exemption) issues. The Board participates in at least 1 training session each winter with Board of Review members from Ottawa and Kent Counties.
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Board of Zoning Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears the appeals of those seeking relief from a requirement of the Zoning Ordinance, the order, decision, or opinion of the City’s Zoning Administrator, or the Planning Commission. The Zoning Board of Appeals meets upon request on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm.
Members
- Scott Bartolomei, Chairman
- Dave Stegink, Vice Chairman
- Linda Mergener
- Paul DeBoer
- Rebecca Perkins (Planning Commission liaison)
- Lara Kovacs (Alternate)
- Kevin Streeter (Alternate)
Please submit your Zoning Board of Appeals application at least thirty (30) days prior to the meeting you are looking to attend.
Fees
Depending on the type of application you will be submitting, the fees are as follows:
ZBA Application for Regular Meeting Hearing for a Single Family Residential Matter – $250.00
ZBA Application for Non-single Family Residential Matter – $350.00
ZBA Application for a Special Meeting Hearing – $500.00
Other ZBA Matters – $500.00
Need an Application?
or stop in the Community Development Office located at City Hall.
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Cemetery & Parks Commission
This seven member board advises City Council on long-range plans and needs for the City’s cemeteries.
Members
- John Query, Commission Chair / Term Expires: May 6, 2029
- Mayor Pro Tem Sally Gruppen (City Council Representative)
- Susan Lucas / Term Expires: May 1, 2027
- Amy Langeland / Term Expires: May 6, 2029
- Thom Parker / Term Expires: May 4, 2030
- Ashley Kiekintveld / Term Expires: May 7, 2028
- Lynette Lam / Term Expires: May 3, 2026
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Library Board
This seven member board recommends long-range policy to City Council regarding library issues. This board also includes a member from Zeeland Charter Township per our library services agreement with the Zeeland Charter Township.
Members
- Terry Allen
- Barb Dannenberg
- Kate Kraak
- Lynette Lam
- Alison Reese
- Mary Beth Timmer
- Mary Wilkos
Library Board
This seven member board recommends long-range policy to City Council regarding library issues. This board also includes a member from Zeeland Charter Township per our library services agreement with the Zeeland Charter Township.
Members
- Terry Allen
- Barb Dannenberg
- Lynette Lam
- Alison Reese
- Mary Beth Timmer
- Mary Wilkos
Local Officers Compensation Commission
This five member commission reviews and establishes wages and expenses for elective city offices (mayor and city council).
Members
- John Query
- Mary Bouwens
- Kevin Streeter
- Daniel Klompmaker
- Open
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Nominating Commission
This five member commission selects willing candidates to run for elective city offices (mayor and city council) when nominating petitions have not been filed for twice the number of candidate positions available.
Members
- All commission positions are vacant at this time.
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Planning Commission
The City’s Planning Commission consists of nine members: The Mayor, the City Manager, one member of the City Council and six other individuals that are appointed by the mayor subject to majority approval of the members of the City Council. The Planning Commission meets on the first Thursday of every month.
The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City’s Zoning Board of Appeals and the City Council regarding the Zoning Ordinance and any amendments or interpretations of it. The Planning Commission may also make recommendations regarding subdivision regulations, new plats, annual public works capital improvement projects, and other land development matters referred to it by the City Council.
Members
- Bill Elhart – Chairman
- Kevin Klynstra – Mayor
- Tim Klunder – City Manager
- Robert Blanton
- Amanda Cooper
- Sheri Holstege
- Glenn Kass
- Dan Klompmaker
- Rebecca Perkins
Please submit your Planning Commission application at least thirty (30) days prior to the meeting you are looking to attend.
Fees
Depending on the type of application you will be submitting, the fees are as follows:
Site Condo Application – $350.00
Site Plan Review Application – $350.00
Special Land Use Application – $350.00
Subdivision Plat Application – $350.00
Planning Commission Demolition Hearings – $300.00
Other Planning Commission Hearings – $350.00
Planning Commission Special Meeting Fees for above Planning Commission Applications and/or matters – $700.00
Need an Application?
Download an application here
or stop in the Community Development Office located at City Hall.
Related Documents
- 2020 Master Plan Update.pdf
- Downtown Vision Plan
- Master Plan Adopted in 2011
- Planning Commission Bylaws
- Rezoning Application
- Site Plan Review Application-Special Land Use
- Temporary Land Use & Temporary Structures Application
- Zoning Map
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Shopping Area Redevelopment Board
This board plans for the maintenance, expansion, construction and rebuilding of parking lots within the principal shopping area; plans for the maintenance of the planters and other public improvements within the principal shopping area; recommends special assessments for improvements within the principal shopping area to the City; administers contracts for maintenance and construction if the Council has deemed necessary; serves as a communication link with the City and businesses located within the principal shopping area; encourages economic growth and the location of businesses and commercial enterprises within the principal shopping area; performs other tasks as may be designated by the Council and performs such responsibilities as prioritized by the Council.
Members
- Doug Vos, Chairman – 217 E. Main, Zeeland, MI 49464
- Kevin Klynstra, Mayor – 43 W. Cherry, Zeeland, MI 49464
- Eric Barnes – 222 E. Cherry, Zeeland, MI 49464
- Laura Gentry – 39 S. Division, Zeeland, MI 49464
- Brian VanHoven – 9000 Ransom, Zeeland, MI 49464
- Kori Dick – 2668 E. Chester Dr, Zeeland, MI 49464
SARB Documents
Downtown Vision Plan
SARB Bylaws
SARB District Map
SARB Heritage District Design Approval
Guidelines
SARB Ordinance
Contact
City of Zeeland Citizen’s Academy
Serving on a Board
Are you interested in serving on one of the City of Zeeland’s boards or commissions? Check out the Boards and Commissions Handbook. Then fill out an application below and submit it to the City Clerk’s Office located at City Hall.