Lapeer, Michigan City Commission In State of Chaos says residents

I take a look at what could be behind the arguments.

LAPEER, Mich. — Watch a Lapeer City Commission meeting, and you might feel like you’re watching a sitcom filled with constant arguing, with little getting accomplished.

I reached out to every member of the commission, along with the mayor, requesting an on-camera interview. As of now, none have agreed to participate.

I did talk to Tim Gailbraith who lives in the community and keeps a close eye on the commision. Tim is publihsing his coverage on his Substack platform.

Commission member Joshua Attwood released the following statement in response to my article:

At the Monday, May 4 meeting, Jeramy Hing pushed back against what he described as negative comments and slander from both fellow commissioners and members of the public.

In my interview, Tim Galbraith explains that while the situation is not as extreme as larger cities, there is clear conflict between commissioners, with frequent disagreements, strong personalities, and public clashes during meetings. Many residents have raised concerns, frustrated by what they see as unproductive back and forth that at times feels more personal than productive.

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A major point of contention involves transparency and decision making, particularly surrounding the hiring of an outside attorney using taxpayer dollars. Some commissioners have questioned why they were asked to approve spending without fully understanding the purpose, while the mayor has cited personnel confidentiality as a reason for limiting discussion. That disagreement has fueled broader concerns about whether proper processes are being followed and whether all elected officials are being given equal access to information before making key decisions.

The citizens are noticing the drama on the commission and speaking out. In the clip below, one resident says commission members may want to consider seeing an industrial psychologist:

Galbraith says the issues go beyond personality conflicts and reflect deeper philosophical differences about how the commission should operate. While the city continues to move some business forward, he believes the ongoing friction is making it harder to function effectively. Transparency and accountability remain central concerns for residents, many of whom are closely watching to see whether leaders can move past the conflict and focus on governing.

Mayor Jeramy Hing spoke out the May 4, 2026 meeting calling out the weakness of others and said accusatoins and assumptions and accused other speakers of slander.

As the situation continues to unfold in Lapeer, many residents say they are simply looking for transparency, accountability, and a commission that can work together effectively. While disagreements are part of any governing body, the level of tension and lack of clarity around key decisions have raised concerns about whether the current dynamic is serving the community’s best interests.

Whether the commission can move past the conflict remains to be seen. For now, residents are paying close attention, and some are calling for more open communication and a renewed focus on the basics of governance. How leaders respond in the coming weeks could determine not only the direction of the commission, but also public trust in the city’s leadership moving forward.