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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 14, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
933 TERRACE STREET, MUSKEGON, MI 49440
MINUTES
The Regular Commission Meeting of the City of Muskegon was held at City Hall,
933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 14,
2025. Mayor Johnson opened the meeting with a moment of silence, after
which the Commission and public recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Ken Johnson, Vice Mayor Rebecca St.Clair, Commissioners Jay
Kilgo, Willie German, Jr., Rachel Gorman, and Katrina Kochin, City Manager
Jonathan Seyferth, City Attorney John Schrier, and City Clerk Ann Marie Meisch
Absent: Commissioner Destinee Keener
2025-82 PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Establishment of a Commercial Redevelopment District — 431 E. Laketon
Ave. Economic Development
Pursuant to Public Act 255 of 1978, as amended, Gigi's Grill has requested the
establishment of a Commercial Redevelopment District.
Creating the district will enable the property owner to apply for a Commercial
Facilities Exemption certificate. If approved, the certificate will freeze the
taxable value of the building and exempt the new real property investment
from local property taxes for the duration of the exemption.
The proposed redevelopment will allow a church building to be transformed
into a restaurant. This will create continued investment, job creation, and
economic vitality within this district.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to close the public hearing and approve the
establishment of the Commercial Redevelopment District for 431 E. Laketon
Ave. and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the resolution.
The Public Hearing opened to hear and consider any comments from the
public. No public comments were made.
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Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner Kochin, to close the
public hearing and approve the establishment of the Commercial
Redevelopment District for 431 E. Laketon Ave. and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to sign the resolution.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
B. Issuance of a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate — 431 E.
Laketon Ave. Economic Development
Pursuant to Public Act 255 of 1978, as amended, Gigi's Grill has requested the
issuance of a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate. The certificate will
freeze the taxable value of the building and exempt new real property
investment from local taxes.
Gigi's Grill plans to rehabilitate an 18,686 sq. ft. facility beginning in November
2025. The project represents a $65,000 investment and is expected to create
between seven (7) and 10 jobs.
The applicant was the Pastor of the building when it was previously a church
and now wants to make it into a restaurant. They have been operating outside
the building selling authentic cuisine.
A public hearing on the establishment of the Commercial Redevelopment
District is scheduled for the October 14, 2025, City Commission meeting.
The internal tax committee has reviewed the application and, based on their
findings and calculations, recommends approval of the resolution for a term of
eight (8) years for real property. The applicant has submitted all required
documentation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to close the public hearing and approve an
eight (8) year Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Gigi's Grill, and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the resolution.
The Public Hearing opened to hear and consider any comments from the
public. No public comments were made.
Motion by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner Kochin, to close the
public hearing and approve an eight (8) year Commercial Facilities Exemption
Certificate for Gigi's Grill, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the
resolution.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
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Public comments received.
2025-83 CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes City Clerk
To approve minutes of the September 23, 2025, City Commission Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
B. DivDat Payment Kiosk Contract Treasury
In December of 2024, we entered into a contract with Diversified Data
Processing & Consulting, Inc. (DivDat) to provide a payment kiosk that can be
utilized to pay utility bills and property tax bills when City Hall is closed. Because
there was no cost to the City, the City Manager was able to sign a one-year
contract. Although the contract has an automatic renewal each year, we are
looking for City Commission approval to continue this contract beyond
December of 2025, when the initial year ends.
In December of 2024, we were able to negotiate a contract with DivDat that
allowed the City to place a payment kiosk at City Hall that could be used to
pay water/sewer bills, as well as property tax bills. The kiosk is available just
inside the entrance off of Walton Avenue, and is available around the
clock. Payments can be made using cash, check or credit card, and the only
fee charged is a 2.49% processing fee charged to the customer, should they
choose to pay by credit card. Payments made by cash or check are fee-free
to both the customer and the City.
We were able to enter into the contract with no costs due to allowing the kiosk
to be placed at City Hall and allowing it to accept DTE utility payments as well
as City payments. We had a very short time frame to get this in place, so the
initial contract was signed by the City Manager in December of 2024. It fell
within his authority to do so, as the contract lasted for one year, and there was
no cost to the City. Now we are asking for Commission approval to continue
the contract with DivDat, and to allow the contract to automatically renew
each year. There is a clause that allows us to exit the contract with 30 day
notice should we have a need to do so. The contract was reviewed and
approved by legal counsel in December of 2024, and no changes have been
made since the initial contract was signed.
To this point, we have found that DivDat has been very easy to work with, and
we haven't experienced any problems with the kiosk. DivDat also has created
a mobile app that our customers can use to pay their bills from their smart
phones, again with no cost other than a credit card processing fee.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to approve the contract with DivDat for the
bill payment kiosk with automatic renewal each year as presented.
D. Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. Public
Works
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Staff requests approval to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. in
the amount of $554,104, payment deferred, for engineering and project
development services as described in the Project Development Agreement.
An Energy Performance Contract (EPC), is a financing mechanism where an
Energy Service Company (ESCO) installs, and in some cases maintains, energy-
efficient equipment in a customer's facility and is partially paid for the cost of
the project with a portion of the energy savings generated. The ESCO
guarantees a level of energy savings over a specific period, and the customer
pays for the project in part through those savings, typically without upfront
expenditures. EPCs are commonly used by governments to fund energy
efficiency and improvement projects in their facilities, and there are laws in
place in Michigan that regulate these activities.
In May of this year, staff issued an RFQ for an Energy Performance Contract
Consultant, and the Commission agreed with staff's recommendation and
awarded to Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI). Staff recommended entering into this
arrangement with goals of improving the DPW facility and making energy-
saving improvements to that facility and others throughout the City. JCI has
spent the last 6 months or so working with staff to identify a scope of work that
fits well within the framework of an EPC, as well as makes progress on the City's
needs and goals. The specific items of work proposed to be included in this
Project Development Agreement (PDA), a precursor to the EPC itself, are
shown on the included summary document, and are detailed in the
agreement as well. One notable item is preparing for the replacement of all
residential water meters in the City (that have not recently been replaced for
other reasons), which is anticipated to increase water system revenue by
several percent by reducing errors.
It's important to know that at this time, staff is asking for approval to enter into a
Project Development Agreement (PDA), not the EPC itself. This agreement will
include testing of equipment and meters, preparation of plans for the
improvements, and finalizing the details of the EPC and financing. During the
PDA process, staff will be asked to make a "go/no-go" decision about each
scope item depending on the improvements and finances that are developed
for each scope item. The final EPC may look slightly different than the scope
items in the PDA, but staff and JCI anticipate they will be similar in large
part. These efforts are anticipated to include activities identified in the recently
adopted Climate Action Plan, with the goal of reducing the City's carbon
footprint and seeing energy savings.
While the specific ask is for $554,104, as broken down by fund on the summary,
it's important to note that amount is not actually due during the life of this
agreement. The costs associated with the PDA are deferred by JCI until the
time the Energy Performance Contract is entered into, likely late in the Spring of
2026. At that time, these engineering costs will be rolled into the EPC and paid
via the tax-free municipal lease (also known as a lease-purchase) that EPC's
are funded by.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move to approve staff to enter into a contract with
Johnson Controls, Inc. in the amount of $554,104, payment deferred, for
engineering and project development services as described in the Project
Development Agreement.
E. Sale of 821/856/923 Emerald, 213/275/313 Myrtle, 480 Oak, 302 Orchard,
822/980 Williams, and 462 White. Planning
Staff is seeking authorization to sell the City-owned vacant lots at 821/856/923
Emerald, 213/275/313 Myrtle, 480 Oak, 302 Orchard, 822/980 Williams, and 462
White to CSM PROPERTIES OF WEST MICHIGAN, LLC (Chris McAuley).
CSM PROPERTIES OF WEST MICHIGAN, LLC (Chris McAuley) would like to
purchase the City-owned buildable lots at 821/856/923 Emerald, 213/275/313
Myrtle, 480 Oak, 302 Orchard, 822/980 Williams, and 462 White to build single
family homes. 313 and 275 Myrtle will be split into two buildable lots each, and
822 Williams will be split into three buildable lots.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To authorize the Code Coordinator to complete the
sale of 821/856/923 Emerald, 213/275/313 Myrtle, 480 Oak, 302 Orchard,
822/980 Williams, and 462 White, as described in the purchase agreement and
to have the Mayor and Clerk sign the purchase agreement.
F. Sale of 1967 Reynolds Planning
Staff is seeking authorization to sell the City-owned vacant lot at 1967 Reynolds
to Shequita Brown.
Shequita Brown would like to purchase the City-owned buildable lots at 1967
Reynolds to build a triplex. She is the owner of an adjacent property. The lot is
50' x 125' with an alley, and meets the Zoning Ordinance size requirements for a
triplex. The purchase price is $4,275.00, which is 75% of the True Cash Value
($5,700).
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To authorize the Code Coordinator to complete the
sale of 1967 Reynolds, as described in the purchase agreement and to have
the Mayor and Clerk sign the purchase agreement.
I. City of Muskegon 2026 Fireworks Contract - Pyrotecnico DPW- Parks
Staff is requesting authorization to enter into an agreement with Pyrotecnico
Fireworks for $40,000 for the annual fireworks show in Muskegon, and approval
of the fireworks display permit for Pyrotecnico contingent upon inspection of
the fireworks and approval of the insurance. The annual Fireworks contract of
$40,000 will be scheduled for July 4, 2026. The agreement is of the standard
form with Pyrotecnico that the City has entered into for the past several years.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to authorize staff to enter into a Fireworks
Agreement with Pyrotecnico Fireworks for $40,000 for a fireworks show at
Heritage Landing, and approval of the fireworks display permit for Pyrotecnico.
K. Concession Application - Pere Marquette Mobile Sauna DPW- Parks
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The Parks Department has received an application for a concessionaire
"Saunaty" to run a mobile sauna at Pere Marquette. The request is for 2-3
Saturdays per month October - December near the MacKite building.
The applicant has requested the $1,000 concession (fee for a PM vendor) to be
waived. This is an option in the contract which staff interprets as commissions
discretion. Due to the cost of maintaining Pere Marquette and the exposure it
brings, the parks department does not prefer to waive fees.
Activities Conducted:
Community sauna sessions and cold plunging/swimming.
Equipment Used:
Two 6' x 14' wood-fired sauna trailers manufactured by NorthUp Saunas
Minneapolis, MN. Each sauna fits in a single parking space. Both units have
been inspected by City of Norton Shores Fire Department (contact: Joe
Munson) and both are equipped with fire extinguishers & carbon monoxide
detectors. In addition to the trailer, there are a few folding benches, tables,
and a 3' x 7' pop-up changing tent for people to change into/out of swimwear.
Setup Location:
Pere Marquette - near MACkiteboarding, in parking spaces nearest the lake.
Liability/Insurance:
Liability Waivers signed by all participants.
Sauna-specific liability insurance (4mil/2mil) through Alternative Balance.
City of Muskegon will be listed as an additional insured on the policy.
Dates:
2-3 Saturdays per month from October-End of December
Saunaty typically operates for 8-10 hours between 9am - 9pm.
Setup time as early as 7:30am - out of the parking lot by 10pm.
Sauna Fees:
60 Minutes: $25
120 Minutes: $35
Each sauna fits 6 guests. A typical day could range from 24-72 guests.
The applicant is asking for the $1,000 annual fee to be waived and to pay 10%
of gross receipts instead of the current fee structure of 5% + $1,000.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to enter into an agreement with
Saunaty for concession services at Pere Marquette Park.
L. Ordinance Adoption: Unlawful Speed Exhibition Events Public Safety
The City of Muskegon Police Department requests consideration to adopt an
ordinance to address the rise in unauthorized vehicle speed exhibitions—
commonly known as “street takeovers”—which threaten public safety, disrupt
neighborhoods, and damage infrastructure, by enhancing enforcement and
providing progressive responses such as impoundment authority and advance
notice procedures.
The City of Muskegon finds that unauthorized motor vehicle speed exhibition
events—commonly known as “street takeovers,” “sideshows,” or “slideshows”—
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pose a serious threat to public safety, disrupt neighborhoods, damage
infrastructure, and endanger motorists, pedestrians, and first responders. Events
like these have been an issue in other communities, like Grand Rapids and
Kalamazoo, and the police department has seen an uptick in these events in
Muskegon. This ordinance is adopted to deter such behavior, enhance
enforcement options, and provide for progressive administrative response
through impoundment authority and advance notice procedures.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I move to adopt Chapter 92, Article VIII, Sections 92-
500 through 92-504 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Muskegon,
Michigan to deter unauthorized speed exhibitions.
(REQUIRES SECOND READING)
O. Concur with CRC Recommendation City Clerk
To concur with CRC recommendation to accept resignations and make
appointments.
To accept the resignations of Steven Frantz from the Housing Code Board of
Appeals and Jay Wallace from the Downtown Development Authority. To
appoint James Curtis to the Downtown Development Authority as member with
a term ending 1-31-27; and appoint David England to the Farmers Market
Advisory Board as a seasonal farmer with a term ending 1-31-28.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To accept the resignations of Steven Frantz and Jay
Wallace and appoint James Curtis to the Downtown Development Authority
and David England to the Farmers Market Advisory Board.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Vice Mayor St.Clair, to adopt the
Consent Agenda as presented minus items C, G, H, J, M, and N.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, and German
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
2025-84 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
C. Laketon-Lakeshore Trail Connector Engineering Change Order Public
Works
Staff requests approval to enter into an amended Professional Services
Agreement with Prein & Newhof in the amount of $69,590 for final design and
construction services related to the Laketon-Lakeshore Trail Connector.
The Laketon-Lakeshore Trail Connector is the final piece in a trail system that
runs from Hart to Muskegon, on to Grand Rapids and beyond. It will sit along
the east side of Sanford Street and the west side of Terrace Street from Laketon
Avenue to Shoreline Drive, connecting the Laketon Trail and the Lakeshore
Trail. It represents both a connection of two major trail systems as well as a new
non-motorized corridor through, near and to the Marsh Field, McLaughlin,
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Nelson and Jackson Hill neighborhoods.
Prein & Newhof was hired in 2021 to help the City obtain funding for and to
design the trail. After advocacy efforts by many in the community, the City
was informed in 2023 that the project was expected to receive about two-
thirds of the needed funding from the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
funding through a competitive Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
grant program. Since then, staff and Prein & Newhof have been working hard
to meet all the requirements of that funding program, as well as seeking
additional funding to help cover the City's $940,000 match. While none of
those additional funding efforts were successful, the City is in a position to cover
the match using funds on hand, and with program requirements met the
project is proceeding to construction in the summer of 2026.
The efforts to meet all requirements of the TAP program, apply for additional
funding sources, and make changes to the preliminary design needed to
accommodate future land use changes along Terrace have effectively used
up Prein & Newhof's original contract. While the proposal from Prein & Newhof
details what efforts have been made to date outside the initial scope of their
contract, this amendment will actually provide funds for final design and
construction services needed to bring the project to completion going
forward. This project is closely coordinated with the reconstruction of Apple
Avenue, and staff looks forward to Prein & Newhof being able to complete this
project next year using these requested funds.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Move approval for staff to enter into an amended
Professional Services Agreement with Prein & Newhof in the amount of $69,590
for final design and construction services related to the Laketon-Lakeshore Trail
Connector.
Motion by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to approve staff
to enter into an amended Professional Services Agreement with Prein & Newhof
in the amount of $69,590 for final design and construction services related to
the Laketon-Lakeshore Trail Connector.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, and Gorman
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
G. Adelaide Point, Extension of Timeline for Park-like Improvements —
Hartshorn Peninsula Manager's Office
In May 2025, the City Commission set a deadline for the developer of Adelaide
Point to have park improvements on the Hartshorn Peninsula completed by
November 1, 2025. This action would provide additional time until May 1, 2026,
if additional specific steps are met.
The May 2025 letter was sent by City staff at the direction of the City
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Commission. There were two primary deadlines in the agreement:
improvements were required to commence by July 1, 2025 (which they did),
and the improvements were required to be completed by November 1, 2025.
At the time of this meeting, the bike trail has been completed. However,
improvements to Hartshorn Peninsula have not been completed and will not be
completed by the November 1, 2025, deadline.
As the bike trail has been completed, City staff is proposing that the
completion deadline for the Hartshorn Peninsula improvements be extended
until May 1, 2026, with the condition that updated surveys, legal descriptions,
and (if needed) easements for the completed bike trail be recorded with the
County Register of Deeds by December 1, 2025. Recording of the deed will
show City ownership and clarify who owns what in that area. The City is
currently contracting with Westshore for the survey work on the bike trail. If this
work is not completed by the specified date or if Adelaide Point does not sign
off on the required paperwork, the City may take action in December as
outlined in the letter.
It's important to note that the May 1, 2026, deadline would allow the public to
use the improvements for the 2026 season. Additionally, Independent Bank has
taken steps to appoint a receiver to finish the condo project. Any stability the
City can provide to partner with the bank as it navigates this process is in the
best interest of the community to see the project completed.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To extend the deadline for park improvements at
Hartshorn Park and Launch ramp until May 1, 2026.
Much discussion was heard. It was discussed that the Commission requires a
timeline of December 1st to have communication in writing from the developer
on what will be done with the park-like improvements on Hartshorn Peninsula.
Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to extend
the deadline for park improvements at Hartshorn Park and Launch ramp until
May 1, 2026.
Motion amended by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner Gorman,
that the developer must by December 1st submit to the City a detailed plan of
what park-like improvements will be done at the Hartshorn Peninsula.
Vote on Amendment:
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Johnson, Kilgo, German, Gorman, Kochin, and St.Clair
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Vote on Original Motion:
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, Gorman, and Kochin
Nays: None
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MOTION PASSES
H. Policy for the Use & Sale of City-Owned Residential Property:
Amendment Planning
The current Policy for the Use & Sale of City-Owned Residential Property was last
updated in 2022. This amendment makes minor changes to the policy without
changing the essence. There have been changes to purchase prices,
reimbursement amounts, and the removal of the language of a landscaping
grant that is no longer offered.
Last updated in 2022, the Policy for the Use & Sale of City-Owned Residential
Property has been changed as follows:
• “Lot Use: Permanent Use Options”, the “Public Space” bullet point, has
been removed.
• “Lot Use: Temporary Use Options”, language has been added to the
“Adopt-a-Lot” bullet point clarifying that infill housing on lots will
supersede the Adopt-a-Lot designation.
• “Buildable Lot Sales”, the lot pricing, has changed the reimbursement
amount for all lots built on to 80%. The purchase price of lots for single-
family homes remains the same at 75% of the True Cash Value of the
property. The purchase price of lots for single-family homes plus
accessory dwelling units, duplexes, or small multiplexes is changed to be
50% of the True Cash Value of the property.
• “Development Incentives”, all housing types will now receive a 100%
reduction in water/sewer connection fees if the address is included in the
City’s Brownfield Plan Amendment or if a developer completes
construction of three of any type of housing units.
• “Non-Buildable Lot Sales”, the Landscaping Incentive, has been
removed. This has not been budgeted for or administered in recent
years.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve and accept the amended Policy for the
Use & Sale of City-Owned Residential Property.
Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to approve
and accept the amended Policy for the Use & Sale of City-Owned Residential
Property.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kilgo, German, Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, and Johnson
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
J. Concession Agreement — Smith-Ryerson Vending Machine DPW- Parks
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The Parks Department has received a concession application for a vending
machine at Smith Ryerson Park in the Sim Ray Center. This particular vending
machine will be for snacks (non-refrigerated items) and the machine will be
available when the building is open and for any rentals.
The applicant, Nefiteria Ray, is a local resident who reached out as she heard
this as a community request from neighbors and friends. As stated in the City of
Muskegon park concession policy, the fee for this agreement will be $250
annually + 5% of gross receipts.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: I authorize staff to enter into an agreement with
Threes Company LLC for concession services at Smith Ryerson Park.
Motion by Commissioner German, second by Commissioner Kochin, to
authorize staff to enter into an agreement with Threes Company LLC for
concession services at Smith Ryerson Park.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
M. Resolution for Housing Tax Exemption for Four Properties, LLC
(609,619,629 Amity) Economic Development
Tyce VanNoord, doing business as Four Properties LLC, desires to construct 8
units of workforce housing (3 duplexes and 2 ADUs)
As with other properties we have approved for workforce housing, this
development will utilize the new scattered-site PILOT we have done with Allen
Edwin and other smaller-scale builders. All three parcels in this item would
include a two-story duplex with both upper and lower units offering 3-beds/3-
baths. On 609 & 629 Amity (2 parcels), there will be an ADU that is 1bed/1bath.
The center parcel will feature a shared backyard with mature trees and
comfortable parking/turnaround to support the parcels.
These will all be listed under MSHDA HUD rent requirements for 120%AMI. ADU 1-
bed/1-bath target rent will be $785, and the 3-bed/3-bath Duplex has a target
rent between $1400 and $1500 per month. As with the other projects approved
under this statute, the payment in lieu of taxes is equal to 10% of the annual
shelter rent.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve the Resolution for Housing Tax
Exemption as presented and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Vice Mayor St.Clair, to approve the
Resolution for Housing Tax Exemption as presented and to authorize the Mayor
and Clerk to sign.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, and Kilgo
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Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
N. Workforce Housing Restrictive Covenant - Four Properties LLC Economic
Development
Tyce VanNoord, doing business as Four Properties LLC, desires to construct 8
units of workforce housing (3 duplexes and 2 ADUs)
As with other properties we have approved for workforce housing, this
development will utilize the new scattered site PILOT we have used with Allen
Edwin and other smaller-scale builders. All three parcels in this item would
include a two-story duplex with both upper and lower units offering 3-beds/3-
baths each. At 609 & 629 Amity (2 parcels), there will be an ADU that is
1bed/1bath. The center parcel will feature a shared backyard with mature
trees and comfortable parking/turnaround to support the parcels.
These will all be listed under MSHDA HUD rent requirements for 120%AMI. ADU 1-
bed/1-bath target rent will be $785, and the 3-bed/3-bath Duplex has a target
rent between $1400 and $1500 per month. As with the other projects approved
under this statute, the payment in lieu of taxes is equal to 10% of the annual
shelter rent.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to Approve the Workforce Housing
Restrictive Covenant as presented and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to
sign.
Motion by Commissioner Kilgo, second by Commissioner German, to approve
the Workforce Housing Restrictive Covenant as presented and to authorize the
Mayor and Clerk to sign.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Gorman, Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, and German
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments received.
Mayor Johnson stated the October 28th City Commission Meeting is canceled
due to early voting. The next Commission Meeting will be a combined
Worksession/Commission Meeting on November 10th because City Hall is
closed November 11th for Veterans Day.
Commissioner Kilgo announced that there will be a presentation at Muskegon
High School to discuss Fisherman's Landing on October 21st at 6:00 p.m.
2025-85 CLOSED SESSION
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A. CLOSED SESSION ITEM Finance
Motion by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to go into
closed session under Section 8(1)(e) of the Open Meetings Act to discuss trial
or settlement strategy with legal counsel in connection with the lawsuit titled
Jerry Jewett v City of Muskegon, Case No: 24-5323-NO pending before the 14th
Circuit Court of Muskegon County. Discussion of this matter on the open record
will have a detrimental financial effect on the litigating or settlement position of
the City of Muskegon, its employees and officials.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, and Gorman
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner German, to come out
of Closed Session.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Kochin, St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, and Gorman
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Vice Mayor St.Clair, second by Commissioner Kilgo, to follow the
advice of counsel and approve the settlement proposal in the pending case of
Jerry Jewett v City of Muskegon, Case No: 24-5323-NO before the 14th Circuit
Court of Muskegon County.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: St.Clair, Johnson, Kilgo, German, and Gorman
Nays: Kochin
MOTION PASSES
ADJOURNMENT
The City Commission meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Ann Marie Meisch, MMC City Clerk
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