Mayor vetoes welcoming community resolution in Bay City

Bay City commissioners recently passed a resolution declaring the city a welcoming community for all, regardless of immigration status. However, Mayor Chris Girard vetoed this resolution, emphasizing the need to prioritize public safety and financial stability. The city is facing a rise in crime, with four homicides reported in the last ten months. An investigation is ongoing into the most recent shooting, which left a local father, Kane E. Crockett, dead. A house fire on St. Patrick's Day severely injured a 74-year-old man in Bay City. Firefighters rescued him from the blaze, and he was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The Independence Bridge in Bay City will be closed during daytime hours next week for maintenance. The bridge has faced frequent closures recently for repairs and testing. In local business news, MI Table, a unique downtown restaurant, is up for sale. The owner hopes to move towards a new farm-to-table concept after five successful years. A former public works director in Auburn has been charged with embezzlement. The charge stems from personal purchases made with a city-issued credit card. This summer, the Downtown Bay City concert series will feature tribute bands honoring Taylor Swift, Queen, and the Beach Boys. The series will take place at Wenonah Park on Wednesdays. Officials are investigating a fire at a Consumers Energy plant but reported that a associated mineral oil spill will not have significant environmental impacts. Clean-up efforts are underway. Delta College will host a discussion on LGBTQ rights featuring Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and local activists on March 27. The event is open to the public.