JACKSON CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
AUGUST 17, 2010
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 Polaczyk.
ROLL CALL.
Present: Mayor Karen F. Dunigan and Councilmembers Carl L. Breeding, Robert B. Howe, Daniel P. Greer, Kenneth E. Gaiser, Andrew R. Frounfelker and John R. Polaczyk—7. Absent: none.
Also Present: Interim City Manager Warren D. Renando, City Attorney Julius A. Giglio and City Clerk Lynn Fessel.
AGENDA.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to add Finance Committee under Committee Reports. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS.
Mark Dubois discussed the uncapping of the taxable value of 626 Oakhill.
Kevin Thomson requested, on behalf of the Region 2 Planning Commission, that Council remains consistent with their July 20, 2010, action regarding City planning and zoning.
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Jean Ellen Davis discussed a City clean up of her property, expressing displeasure that certain items were removed.
Residents of Seymour Street discussed their extreme concern with the high speed of traffic on their street and two recent accidents.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS.
A.
PRESENTATION BY THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DESIGN COMMITTEE, REGARDING PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE.
DDA Board Member Jeannette Woodard presented proposed changes to the zoning ordinance. She discussed the current zoning in the DDA District, items currently regulated within the District and incorporating zoning changes, such as lot line development and use of transparent street-level building materials.
1.
CONSIDERATION AND REFERRAL OF PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE CHANGES TO THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to refer the proposed zoning ordinance changes to the City Planning Commission for evaluation and recommendation. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
B.
PRESENTATION BY WARREN D. RENANDO, INTERIM CITY MANAGER, REGARDING HIS PROPOSED FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN AND OUTLINE.
Mr. Renando presented a five-year financial model of the General Fund, with a summary of revenues, expenditures and changes in fund balance. His discussed trends in property and income taxes, licenses and permits and state revenue sharing. In this model, General Fund Revenues will go from $23.5M (fy 2007/08) to $19.8M (fy 2014/15). Also in this model, Fund Balance will go from $2.4M (fy 2007/08) to a negative $9.6M (fy 2014/15). He discussed wages, healthcare and pension costs, utility and insurance increases and also explained City millage rates, comparing them to other local units. A brief question and answer period followed.
C.
PRESENTATION BY VIC COOPERWASSER, TETRA TECH, REGARDING A PROPOSED STORM WATER UTILITY FEASIBILITY STUDY AND CONTRACT.
Mr. Cooperwasser discussed the current City storm water budget of $650,000, charging parcels (regardless of tax-exempt status), proposed methods for calculating bills and their scope of service.
1. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH TETRA TECH, ANN ARBOR, IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,400.00, TO PREPARE A STORM WATER UTILITY FEASIBILITY STUDY, AND AUTHORIZATION
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FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Greer to approve the request and address the implementation after presentation of the feasibility study. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—5. Nays: Councilmembers Breeding and Gaiser—2. Absent: 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR.
Councilmember Breeding requested Items C, D, F and P be removed for separate consideration. Councilmember Gaiser requested Items L, M, N, O and S be removed for separate consideration. Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the following Consent Calendar, with Items C, D, F, L, M, N, O, P and S removed for separate consideration. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0. Consent Calendar
A.
Approval of the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of July 20, 2010, and the special meeting minutes of July 15, 2010.
B.
Approval of the payment of the Region 2 Planning Commission invoice in the amount of $6,452.38, for planning services for the month of July 2010, in accordance with the recommendation of the City Manager.
C.
Removed for separate consideration.
D.
Removed for separate consideration.
E.
Approval of the request from St. John the Evangelist Parish to conduct their third annual Public Rosary at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on October 10, 2010, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Insurance coverage contingent upon receipt.)
F.
Removed for separate consideration.
G.
Approval of the request from Great Northern Axe to conduct their concert, “A Little Country in the City,” at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on Saturday, September 18, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon proper insurance coverage.)
H.
Approval of Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Great Lakes Systems, Inc., Jennison, in the amount of $6,900.00, covering additional expense for the Department of Public Works Building Roof Removal and Replacement project, and authorization for the Interim City Manager and City Engineer to execute the appropriate document(s).
I.
Approval of Traffic Control Order No. (TCO) 2064, adding a northbound left turn only lane on N. Jackson Street at Louis Glick Highway.
J.
Approval of Traffic Control Order No. (TCO) 2065, creating a new center left turn lane on N. Jackson Street between Calhoun and Ganson Streets.
K.
Approval of the request to allow the listed entities additional time to expend their Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funding from Year 34 (2008-2009) and Year 35 (2009-2010), and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Amended Subrecipient Agreements, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development Director.
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L.
Removed for separate consideration.
M.
Removed for separate consideration.
N.
Removed for separate consideration.
O.
Removed for separate consideration.
P.
Removed for separate consideration.
Q.
Receipt of CDBG Financial Summary Report through June, 2010.
R.
Receipt of the Dangerous Building Report through July 31, 2010.
S.
Removed for separate consideration.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM C.
Approval of the request from Cascades Inc., to close Brown Street at Randolph Street and Denton Road, with class 3 barricades with lights on Friday, August 27, 2010, at 7:00 a.m. through Sunday, August 29, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., to conduct the annual Cascades Civil War Muster. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Traffic Engineering Departments. Insurance coverage contingent upon receipt.)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM D.
Approval of the request from Greater Bible Way Temple to conduct their Prayer and Praise in the Park at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on August 22, and 29, and September 5, 12, and 26, 2010, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and in Bucky Harris Park on September 19, 2010, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and the Downtown Development Authority. Proper insurance coverage has been received.)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM F.
Approval of the request from Kings of Rock Entertainment to conduct a concert at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on Saturday, August 28, 2010, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Recommended approval received from the Police, Fire, Parks/Forestry, Public Works, and Engineering Departments, and Downtown Development Authority. Contingent upon proper insurance coverage.)
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Gaiser to not approve Items C, D and F above. The motion FAILED adoption by the following vote. Yeas: Councilmember Breeding—1. Nays: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Absent: 0.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Howe to suspend the 30-day rule of the special event policy and approve Items C, D and F, as presented on the agenda. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: Councilmember Breeding—1. Absent: 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM L.
Approval of the Offer To Purchase City-Owned Property located at 261 Griswold, Stencil #4-1840 (vacant lot), in the amount of $1,550.00, require a development agreement for the proposed use, subject to zoning approval, with a closing date on or before December 1, 2010, and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate document(s), subject to approval and minor modifications by the City Attorney, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development Director.
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM M.
Approval of the Offer To Purchase City-Owned Property located at 1214 N. Waterloo, Stencil #8-1900 (vacant lot), in the amount of $100.00, require a development agreement for the proposed use, subject to zoning approval, with a closing date on or before December 1, 2010, and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate document(s), subject to approval and minor modifications by the City Attorney, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development Director.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM N.
Approval of the Offer To Purchase City-Owned Property located at 406 W. Franklin, Stencil #3-0054 (vacant lot), in the amount of $250.00, require a development agreement for the proposed use, subject to zoning approval, with a closing date on or before December 1, 2010, and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate document(s), subject to approval and minor modifications by the City Attorney, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development Director.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM O.
Approval of the Offer To Purchase City-Owned Property located at 506 E. Trail Street, Stencil #7-0625 (vacant lot), in the amount of $250.00, require a development agreement for the proposed use, subject to zoning approval, with a closing date on or before December 1, 2010, and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate document(s), subject to approval and minor modifications by the City Attorney, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development Director.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve Items L, M, N and O above. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—4. Nays: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding and Gaiser—3. Absent: 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM P.
Receipt of Goals and Objectives for Transportation Issues as discussed at the July 20, 2010, meeting.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Howe to receive the Goals and Objectives. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM S.
Receipt of the City Treasurer’s report for the 3rd and 4th quarters.
Motion was made by Councilmember Gaiser and seconded by Councilmember Howe to receive the report and watch it very carefully. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS.
A.
CONSIDERATION AND RECEIPT OF THE RULES AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT.
Councilmember Frounfelker, Rules and Personnel Committee Chair, reported that City Manager candidate Joseph Bippus withdrew for personal reasons.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Howe to receive the report and accept the memorandum from Mr. Bippus. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Howe that the Rules and Personnel Committee meet with Mr. Renando to extend his contract, make him our City Manager for one year commencing at the end of this month and that in May, 2011, we resume the search for his replacement.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to refer the matter of the City Manager vacancy to the Rules and Personnel Committee. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
B.
CONSIDERATION AND RECEIPT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT.
Mayor Dunigan, Chair of the Finance Committee, reported that the Finance Committee recommends the following steps be taken to address the economic crisis that we are facing:
• Right size city government
• Look to our neighbors to see what departments/services that we can share/combine: Fire, Police, Sewer & Water, IT, Human Resources, Inspection, streets, resurrect inter-governmental purchasing, Treasury/Finance
• No opportunity or department should not be seriously considered for cuts/savings
• Continue with the travel, hiring and wage freeze
• Investigate our health insurance coverage plans
• Investigate changing our retirement/pension plans to defined contribution
• Recommend that we direct the City Manager to bring to us in thirty days his recommendations to implement the necessary changes
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Howe to receive the report. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
APPOINTMENTS.
A.
APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPOINT RACHEL N. WINEMAN TO THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION, FILLING A CURRENT VACANCY BEGINNING IMMEDIATELY AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2012.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe to approve the recommendation. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: Councilmember Breeding—1. Absent: 0.
B.
APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPOINT A CITY COUNCILMEMBER TO THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION AS AN EX-OFFICIO MEMBER.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Howe asking Councilmember Gaiser to be the ex-officio member of the HRC. Councilmember Gaiser declined.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Gaiser to appoint Councilmember Polaczyk to the HRC as an ex-officio member. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS.
RECESS AS A CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS A BOARD OF REVIEW.
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Greer 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, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
A.
PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 3358 FOR STREET CONSTRUCTION ON GANSON STREET FROM COOPER TO EAST AVENUE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. No one spoke. The Clerk reported on correspondence received from Janet Weeks, A-1 Lock Shop, 907 E. Ganson Street, protesting her special assessment. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
1.
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 3358.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
B.
PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 3359 FOR STREET CONSTRUCTION ON MORRELL STREET FROM BROWN STREET TO WEST AVENUE.
Mayor Dunigan opened the public hearing. William Stoner, owner of 805 W. Morrell, stated he does not feel his assessment is appropriate, as there is no evidence of curb, gutter or apron work being done, his property does not extend into the street and other streets are in greater need of reconstruction. No correspondence was received. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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1.
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 3359.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: Councilmember Gaiser—1. Absent: 0.
ADJOURN AS A BOARD OF REVIEW AND RECONVENE AS A CITY COUNCIL.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer 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, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
C.
Item Deleted.
1.
Item Deleted.
2.
Item Moved.
RESOLUTIONS.
A.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ISSUING THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA LIQUOR LICENSE (PURSUANT TO MCL 436.1521) TO BE ISSUED TO THE GOLDEN NUMBER INC., LOCATED AT 105 E. MICHIGAN AVENUE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Greer to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
B.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION BY REGION 2 PLANNING COMMISSION FOR A SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES REGIONAL PLANNING GRANT FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A REGIONAL PLAN FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
Motion was made by Councilmember Frounfelker and seconded by Councilmember Greer to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
C.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION’S APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION FUNDING TO IMPROVE PASSENGER RAIL LINES AND DEVELOP HIGH SPEED RAIL CORRIDORS WITHIN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor
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Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
D.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 1 FOR CONTRACT NO. 2009-0487, WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (MDOT) FOR THE RAIL PASSENGER STATION DEVELOPMENT STUDY, EXTENDING THE EXPIRATION DATE TO DECEMBER 31, 2010, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENT(S).
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
E.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE STANDARD STREETLIGHTING CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY AND CONSUMERS ENERGY UPGRADING ONE STREETLIGHT LOCATED AT 1425 WILDWOOD AVENUE, 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 Greer to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
F.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 (YEAR 33) AND 2008-2009 (YEAR 34), AND 2010-2011 (YEAR 36) HOME BUDGETS TO TRANSFER $762.00 FROM REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDS TO THE SAME ACTIVITY IN THE MOST CURRENT YEAR FUNDED.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
G.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2004-2005 (YEAR 30), 2007-2008 (YEAR 33), 2008-2009 (YEAR 34), 2009-2010 (YEAR 35), AND 2010-2011 (YEAR 36) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) BUDGETS TO REALLOCATE UNEXPENDED FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,370.00, AND BUDGET PROGRAM INCOME RECEIVED IN EXCESS OF BUDGETED AMOUNTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $105,967.00 TO VARIOUS ELIGIBLE CDBG ACTIVITIES AS DETAILED.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to adopt the resolution.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding to amend the motion to delete the Fair Housing Center of Southeastern Michigan and add the Salvation Army Energy Assistance for $10,000.00.
Motion was made by Councilmember Breeding and seconded by Councilmember Greer to postpone consideration of this matter until the first Council meeting in September, 2010. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
H.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION FROM THE LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION REGARDING THE REQUEST TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF A 2009 CLASS C LICENSED BUSINESS WITH DANCE-ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT LOCATED IN ESCROW AT 128 W. MICHIGAN AVENUE, FROM WILLIAM DULLOCK TO HOLIDAY, INC.
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, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
ORDINANCES.
A.
FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2010.7, AMENDING CHAPTER 28, SECTION 28-32, CITY CODE, REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 543 N. BLACKSTONE STREET, AND 540, 538, AND STENCIL #1-0271 BLACKMAN AVENUE FROM R-4 (HIGH-DENSITY APARTMENT AND OFFICE) TO C-4 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL).
Motion was made by Councilmember Howe and seconded by Councilmember Polaczyk to adopt Ordinance No. 2010.7. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
OTHER BUSINESS.
None.
NEW BUSINESS.
A.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO APPROVE THE TRANSFER OF PROCESSING SPECIAL EVENT APPLICATIONS FROM THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE TO THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, TO INSTITUTE A $25.00 APPLICATION FEE, AND TO AUTHORIZE A ONE-TIME TRANSFER OF $1,000.00 FROM THE CITY CLERK’S BUDGET (GENERAL FUND) TO THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY CLERK, THE DDA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AND THE INTERIM CITY MANANGER.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor
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Dunigan and Councilmembers Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: Councilmember Breeding—1. Absent: 0.
B.
CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE BID AWARD TO AT-A-MOMENTS NOTICE, IN THE AMOUNT OF $68,895.00, TO REHABILITATE THE VACANT CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 604 DETROIT STREET, UNDER THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM, CONTINGENT UPON RECEIPT OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDING, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—5. Nays: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmember Gaiser—2. Absent: 0.
C.
CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE BID AWARD TO CONCEPTS CONSTRUCTION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $23,288.00, TO REHABILITATE THE OWNER-OCCUPIED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT AT 1009 HALLETT, AND APPROVAL OF REHABILITATION CHANGE ORDER #1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,750.00, TO INCLUDE THE FURANCE UPGRADE AND CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
D.
CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE BID AWARD TO CONCEPTS CONSTRUCTION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,500.00, TO REHABILITATE THE VACANT CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 733 OAKDALE, UNDER THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM, CONTINGENT UPON RECEIPT OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDING, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
E.
CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO RESCIND CITY COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN ON OCTOBER 21, 2008, APPROVING A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND DEBRA GREEN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 208 E. MORRELL STREET, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR.
Motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor
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Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Gaiser, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—7. Nays: 0. Absent: 0.
F.
ITEM MOVED TO 6.C. (PRESENTATIONS)
G.
CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO RESCIND ACTION TAKEN AT THE JULY 20, 2010 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AND APPROVE THE BID AWARD FOR PLANNING, ZONING, AND CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES TO CARLISLE WORTMAN, ASSOC., INC., IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $90,000.00, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT CONTRACT, SUBJECT TO MINOR MODIFICATIONS BY THE CITY ATTORNEY.
1.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEARS 2008-2009 (YEAR 34), AND 2010-2011 (YEAR 36).
Motion was made by Councilmember Gaiser and seconded by Councilmember Howe to continue our plan of the last meeting and find $90,000.00 from the General Fund. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer and Gaiser—5. Nays: Councilmembers Frounfelker and Polaczyk—2. Absent: 0.
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CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST TO APPROVE THE BID AWARD TO AT-A-MOMENTS NOTICE IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,215.00, TO REHABILITATE THE VACANT CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 509 W. FRANKLIN UNDER THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM, CONTINGENT UPON RECEIPT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDING.
Motion was made by Councilmember Greer and seconded by Councilmember Frounfelker to approve the request. The motion was adopted by the following vote. Yeas: Mayor Dunigan and Councilmembers Breeding, Howe, Greer, Frounfelker and Polaczyk—6. Nays: Councilmember Gaiser—1. Absent: 0.
CITY COUNCILMEMBERS’ COMMENTS. Councilmember Polaczyk requested an update on the City’s web-site and stated that Morrell Street at Thompson needs to be smoothed and the bump sign removed. He also inquired as to when Brown Street will be striped. City Engineer Jon Dowling responded that will take place in about two weeks. Councilmember Frounfelker announced he will hold a Fifth Ward meeting on August 31 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. He will discuss current events in the City. He would like to see the goal presentations continue at least monthly and he inquired how the goals being presented by Interim City Manager Renando will be handled. Mr. Renando responded that he will assemble them, they may be reviewed annually and reaffirmed, he will work with department heads, as appropriate, regarding accomplishment of these goals and then report back to Council. Councilmember Gaiser announced his Fourth Ward meeting will be held with Councilmember Frounfelker’s meeting on August 31 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. He hopes his constituents will attend and help find solutions to the major problems we are facing.
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Councilmember Greer remarked that the City Manager’s presentation was very grim. He does believe we have very capable elected officials and staff. We have already made many budget cuts and we will continue to do so. He stated the residents of Seymour Street also contacted him and he and the Police Chief are ready to meet with them.
As a cancer survivor, Councilmember Howe proudly displayed his 2010 Relay for Life t-shirt. Councilmember Breeding inquired how City employees are managing with all of the furlough days and perhaps department heads could report on the morale of their staff members. He stated that the City’s web-site is an embarrassment and suggested that the former web-site managers be brought back. He asked if people needed liability insurance to skate at Nixon Park. The City Attorney reported that he believes a waiver of liability must be signed, but liability insurance is not required. He requested that an item be placed on the September 14, 2010, agenda regarding the authority and responsibility for the preparation of the agenda. Mayor Dunigan would also like to see an agenda item regarding the preparation of the agenda. Councilmember Polaczyk thanked Councilmember Frounfelker for all of his hard work regarding the negotiation of a contract with the City Manager candidate.
MANAGER’S COMMENTS.
Mr. Renando congratulated the Council on working through this long and difficult agenda.
ADJOURNMENT.
No further business being presented, a motion was made by Councilmember Polaczyk and seconded by Councilmember Greer to adjourn the meeting. The motion was adopted by unanimous voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
Lynn Fessel
City Clerk