JACKSON CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
MARCH 22, 2011
CALL TO ORDER.
The Jackson City Council met in regular session in City Hall and was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Karen F. Dunigan.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – INVOCATION.
The Council joined in the pledge of allegiance. The invocation was given by Councilmember Gaiser.
ROLL CALL.
Present: Mayor Karen F. Dunigan and Councilmembers Carl L. Breeding, Robert B. Howe, Kenneth E. Gaiser, Andrew R. Frounfelker and John R. Polaczyk—6. Absent with excuse: Councilmember Daniel P. Greer--1.
Also Present: City Manager Warren D. Renando, City Attorney Julius A. Giglio, City Clerk Lynn Fessel, City Assessor David Taylor, Police Chief Matt Heins, City Engineer Jon Dowling, Interim Deputy Fire Chief Dave Wooden and Economic Development Project Manager Barry Hicks.
AGENDA.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the agenda. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
CITIZEN COMMENTS.
Paul and Joanne Smith discussed problems they are having with the City regarding their unopened business, Jo-Paz, located at 700 Wildwood Avenue. A booklet was distributed to the Councilmembers listing four requests they would like the Council to take action on.
Laura Schlecte encouraged the Council to accept the offer to purchase the property at 1911 E. Ganson Street. She also discussed that she did not receive notification of trash/shrubbery that was picked up by the City at one of her rental properties. 3/22/11 2
Deb Hayes Wolfe, Carl Shelhart and Philip Burch praised City employees Tom Steiger and Kristy King and expressed their concern with the proposed changes to the cemetery department and how those changes might affect burials and record keeping.
Scott Aughney remarked on his potential candidacy for the office of Mayor. He believes the reason for the loss of population and tax base in the City is continued socialist policies. He believes in the advantage of independent conservatism and the inclusion of God in our City.
Caron Wooten thanked the City Attorney and the City Manager for meeting with the taxicab companies on the proposed amendments to the taxicab ordinance. She expressed concern with the proposed increase to the taxicab driver licensing fee.
Ryan Speidel announced the Fraternal Order of Police, Jackson Lodge, voted unanimously to support the public safety proposal. They have formed the Jackson Police for Public Safety committee who will campaign for public safety and educate City voters.
Gerald Montgomery inquired if the City Manager was going to take a cut in pay. He also asked why Councilmembers were not present at the Human Relations Commission meeting on March 16.
Andrew Dotterweich reported that the Sign Board of Appeals will consider a staff recommendation on roof signs at their March 24 meeting and will then bring a recommendation to the City Council.
Mayor Dunigan gave a special thank you to Lee Hampton and the JCC Men of Merit and Sisters of Strength for conducting a clean up in the downtown area on Friday, March 18. She also announced that Standard and Poor’s affirmed the City’s A minus rating on its general obligation bonds and revised its outlook to positive from stable and thanked Finance Director Hones for his exemplary job in financial reporting.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS.
A. PRESENTATION OF SPEECHES BY FOUR FIRST PLACE WINNERS OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION 21ST ANNUAL TERESSA T. DELPH ESSAY/ORATORICAL CONTEST.
3RD & 4TH GRADES – MARSHALL VANZANDT, 4TH GRADE, EZRA EBY ELEMENTARY
5TH & 6TH GRADES – SUSAN HOFFMAN, 6TH GRADE, QUEEN OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
7TH & 8TH GRADES – ISAAC H. MASTERS, 8TH GRADE, VANDERCOOK LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
9TH - 12TH GRADES – JORDAN ANDERSON, 12TH GRADE, JACKSON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
Marshall VanZandt, Susan Hoffman, Isaac Masters and Jordan Anderson presented their award winning speeches.
CONSENT CALENDAR.
Councilmember Frounfelker requested Items G, H and I be removed for separate consideration. Councilmember Breeding request Item O be removed for separate consideration. Motion was made by 3/22/11 3
Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Howe to approve the following Consent Calendar, with Items G, H, I and O removed for separate consideration. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
Consent Calendar
A. Approval of the minutes of the regular City Council meeting and special meeting minutes of March 8, 2011.
B. Approval of the payment of the Region 2 Planning Commission invoice in the amount of $4,419.77 for planning services for the month of February 2011, in accordance with the recommendation of the City Manager.
C. Approval of taxicab licenses for Starlite Cab Company and City Cab Company for the year ending April 30, 2012, in accordance with the recommendation of the City Clerk.
D. Approval of the request from the Orthopaedic Rehab 8K Run Committee to hold their annual run/walk on City streets on Saturday, April 16, 2011, beginning at Kuhl’s Bell Tower Market at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 10 a.m., with street closures from 7:00 a.m. to 10 a.m., and police assistance at major intersections. (Recommended approval has been received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, Engineering Department, and the Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage.)
E. Approval of the request from the March of Dimes to conduct their annual March for Babies event on City streets and Sharp Park, with police assistance, on Sunday, May 1, 2011, from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Department, and the Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage.)
F. Approval of the request from the Jackson Community College (JCC) Multicultural Relations, to conduct their Juneteenth at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on Saturday, June 18, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority, contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage.)
G. Removed for separate consideration.
H. Removed for separate consideration.
I. Removed for separate consideration.
J. Approval of the request from Flamingo T. Brown Pledge to Inspire to hold their Flamingo T. Brown "Pledge to Inspire 2011," beginning at Exchange Park and marching to the Martin Luther King, Jr., Center with street closures, on Saturday, July 2, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority, contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage.)
K. Approval of the request from the Downtown Development Authority to hold Cruise In on Friday, May 27th, June 24th, July 22nd, August 26th, and September 23rd, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., closing the following streets:
Michigan Avenue from Blackstone to Mechanic Street
Jackson Street from Cortland to Louis Glick Highway
Mechanic Street from Washington to Pearl Street
(Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Insurance coverage is in place.)
L. Approval of the low bid award to At-A-Moments Notice, in the amount of $24,975.00, for the owner-occupied Community Development rehabilitation project located at 625 Jefferson, in accordance with the Rehabilitation Coordinator.
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M. Approval of the renewal of the Request for Annual Delegation of School Inspection Authority to a Local Unit of Government Enforcing Agency, from the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, to provide construction inspection services for the Jackson Public School System, and authorization for the Mayor, and City Clerk if needed, to execute the appropriate document(s), in accordance with the recommendation of the Chief Building Official.
N. Approval of the request to accept a cash offer to purchase a New Neighbor Home located at 1911 E. Ganson Street, in the amount of $13,000.00, subject to minor modifications and approval by the City Attorney.
O. Removed for separate consideration.
P. Receipt of the 2010-2014 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the 2011-2012 One-Year Action Plan drafts and authorization for its dissemination for public comment.
Q. Receipt with regret the resignation of Kyle J. Huntoon from the Downtown Development Authority.
R. Receipt of the CDBG and HOME Financial Summaries Report through February 28, 2011.
S. Receipt of the Dangerous Building Report through February 28, 2011.
T. Receipt of the City Engineer’s report for street reconstruction on Wilkins Street from Jackson to Francis Streets, and establishment of April 12, 2011, at the City Council meeting as the time and place to hold a public hearing of necessity.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM G.
Approval of the request from the Crazy Cowboy, LLC to hold a NASCAR Race and Big Truck Event June 17-19, 2011, and to close Mechanic Street between Cortland Street and Washington Avenue, beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17th through 3:00 a.m., on Sunday, June 19th. (Recommended approval has been received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage. City Engineering Department has special conditions.)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM H.
Approval of the request from the Crazy Cowboy, LLC, to hold a Big Truck event on Saturday, June 18, 2011, and to close Mechanic Street between Cortland and Washington Avenue from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Recommended approval has been received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage.)
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Breeding to approve Items G and H and that reimbursement of costs by the Crazy Cowboy is required for Item G only. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM I.
Approval of the request from the Crazy Cowboy, LLC, to hold their Annual NASCAR Race in conjunction with the Midtown Association Taste of Jackson and to close Mechanic Street between Cortland and Washington Avenue on Friday, August 19, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 21, 2011, 1:00 a.m. (Recommended approval has been received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, Engineering Departments, and the Downtown 3/22/11 5
Development Authority. Contingent upon receipt of proper insurance coverage. The City Engineering Department has special conditions.)
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Howe to approve Item I and that reimbursement of costs by the Crazy Cowboy will only be required for the portion of their event that is not open to the general public. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM O.
Approval of the request from the City Engineer/Director of Public Works to reject the bids received from Affordable Lawn Care, and Scottland Yard, for the 2011 Private Lot Mowing contract, and authorization to solicit new bids at a later time.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Gaiser to award the bid to Affordable Lawn Care. The motion was lost due to the following tie vote. Yeas: Councilmembers Breeding, Howe and Gaiser—3. Nays: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Frounfelker and Polaczyk—3. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to postpone consideration of this matter until benchmarks from last year’s contract are received to see if these bids are within reason. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
COMMITTEE REPORTS.
A. RECEIPT OF THE CITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Howe to receive the report. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk to approve the recommendation.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Howe to postpone consideration of the recommendation to increase tax abatement fees until the April 12, 2011, Council meeting. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—5. Nays: Councilmember Howe—1. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
B. RECEIPT OF THE RULES AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to receive the report. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor 3/22/11 6
Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
C. RECEIPT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to receive the report. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the recommendation approving the bid award of the City Financial Audit to Rehmann Robson for a three-year contract with an option of two additional years. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1. (Consideration of tax abatement fee increases was postponed until the April 12, 2011, meeting.)
APPOINTMENTS.
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS.
RECESS AS A CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS A BOARD OF REVIEW.
Motion was made by Mayor Dunigan and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to recess as a City Council and convene as a Board of Review. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
A. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 4195 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS GENERAL FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke; no correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 4196 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS BUILDING DEPARTMENT FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
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Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke; no correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
C. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 4197 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke; no correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
D. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 4198 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS WATER FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke; no correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
E. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 4199 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS PUBLIC WORKS FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. Clayton Smith addressed the Council regarding 204 Orange Street. He opposed the special assessment stating he did not own the property when the clean up was performed. Ron Meagher addressed the Council regarding 109 W. Franklin, stating that he did not have an opportunity to remove the debris from his property before the City performed the clean up. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to adopt the resolution, as amended, removing Stencil No. 7-1051, 204 Orange 3/22/11 8
Street, for investigation. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
Motion was made by Mayor Dunigan and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to remove Stencil No. 4-0124, 109 W. Franklin, from Roll No. 4199 for investigation. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to reconsider the vote adopting the resolution confirming Assessment Roll No. 4199, as amended. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution confirming Assessment Roll No. 4199, as amended, deleting Stencil No. 7-1051, 204 Orange Street, and Stencil No. 4-0124, 109 W. Franklin Street, for investigation. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer--1.
ADJOURN AS A BOARD OF REVIEW AND RECONVENE AS A CITY COUNCIL.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adjourn as a Board of Review and reconvene as a City Council. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
F. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE BLOOMFIELD PARK HARD COURT RESURFACING PROJECT.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke; no correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
RESOLUTIONS.
A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2010/2011 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET TO REFLECT THE RECEIPT OF THE STATE HOMELAND
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SECURITY GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,760.00, TO REPLACE AND UPDATE RADIO EQUIPMENT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A CORRECTIVE RESOLUTION ON ASSESSMENT ROLL NOS. 4189 AND 4194 FOR DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS GENERAL FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS PUBLIC WORKS FUND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CONFIRMED MAY 11, 2010.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION FROM THE LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION REGARDING THE REQUEST TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF A 2010 CLASS C LICENSED BUSINESS LOCATED AT 1910 S. COOPER STREET FROM ROOKTUR, INC., TO VALERIE A. TRIPP.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION FROM THE LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION REGARDING THE REQUEST TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF A 2010 CLASS C LICENSED BUSINESS WITH ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT LOCATED AT 1628 E. MICHIGAN AVENUE FROM DEKCAA, INC., TO RWLW, LLC.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
ORDINANCES.
A. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12, SECTION 12-9, CITY CODE, ELIMINATING THE POSTING OF VIOLATIONS PROVISION AND REQUIRE A SEVEN (7) CALENDAR DAY MAILING NOTICE TO ABATE A VIOLATION.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to approve the ordinance and place it on the next regular Council meeting agenda for adoption. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1. 3/22/11 10
1. APPROVAL OF EXTENDING THE RESOLUTION APPROVING PROCEDURAL CHANGES TO THE ENFORCEMENT PROCESS OF CHAPTER 12, SECTION 12-9 GOVERNING GARBAGE AND RUBBISH UNTIL THE ORDINANCE BECOMES EFFECTIVE.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to approve the extension of the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
B. FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2011.05, AMENDING CHAPTER 16, XVI, CITY CODE, REGULATING THE USE OF TAXICABS WITHIN THE CITY OF JACKSON FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROTECTING THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE, AND TO PROVIDE FOR MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR TAXICAB DRIVERS. (POSTPONED AT THE FEBRUARY 22, 2011, CITY COUNCIL MEETING.)
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt Ordinance No. 2011.05. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—4. Nays: Councilmembers Breeding and Gaiser—2. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
1. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES FOR TAXICAB COMPANIES AND TAXICAB DRIVERS.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—4. Nays: Councilmembers Breeding and Gaiser—2. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
OTHER BUSINESS.
A. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST FROM COUNCILMEMBER CARL BREEDING TO DISCUSS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21, SECTION 21.5-11, CITY CODE, CLARIFYING THAT ADVERTISING COPY CONTAINED IN OR ON ROOF SHINGLES IS NOT A ROOF SIGN OR SIGN FOR PURPOSES OF THE SIGN ORDINANCE.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the Ordinance and place it on the March 28 special Council meeting agenda or April 12 regular meeting agenda for adoption. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—5. Nays: Mayor Dunigan—1. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
NEW BUSINESS.
A. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO FORGIVE AN OWNER-OCCUPIED HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,109.80, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1002 MAPLE AVENUE, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY STAFF
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TO DISCHARGE THE RELATED MORTGAGE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL ANALYST.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Breeding to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
B. ITEM DELETED.
C. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE CONTRACT AWARD TO JULE SWARTZ & SONS EXCAVATING, IN THE AMOUNT OF $254,353.00, FOR THE FOOTE/HALLETT/NORTH WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE APPROPRIATE CONTRACT DOCUMENT(S), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ENGINEER/DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
D. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE RENEWAL OF THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ALPINE ENGINEERING, INC., NOVI, IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,500.00, FOR SURVEYING SERVICES DURING THE 2011 CONSTRUCTION SEASON, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENT(S), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ENGINEER.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
E. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE SECOND AND FINAL RENEWAL OF THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CTI AND ASSOCIATES, INC., WIXOM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $87,000.00, FOR MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES FOR THE 2011 CONSTRUCTION SEASON, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENT(S), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ENGINEER.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
F. DISCUSSION REGARDING EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION FOR THE MAY 3, 2011, SPECIAL ELECTION PROPOSAL.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to postpone the discussion until the April 12 Council meeting. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: 0. Absent: Councilmember Greer—1.
CITY COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS.
Councilmember Frounfelker (1) stated he hasn’t heard any complaints regarding the 4-way stop at Michigan and Mechanic and asked the City Engineer to look at the intersections of Mechanic and Cortland and Michigan and Blackstone. (2) He discussed his handout regarding City strategies and goals as they relate to the Governor’s proposal.
Councilmember Gaiser (1) recognized Teressa Delph on the 21st anniversary of her essay contest. (2) He discussed a hand out he distributed from the Smiths regarding Jo-Paz and asked the Council to please read this document.
Mayor Dunigan asked the Council to mark their calendars for April 11 for a special meeting regarding the City Manager search and April 15 and 16 for candidate interviews.
MANAGER’S COMMENTS.
City Manager Renando discussed employee layoffs and the "bumping" process. He stated the City will not privatize the cemeteries, but they will be managed with the revenue they bring in. The General Fund cannot afford to subsidize them.
ADJOURNMENT.
No further business being presented, a motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to adjourn the meeting. The motion was adopted by unanimous voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Lynn Fessel
City Clerk
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