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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION WORKSESSION
AND
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Monday, May 7, 2007
5:30 p.m.
City Commission Chambers
AGENDA
1. Update from Gary Post and Russ Strong - Western A venue Properties.
2. Update from Dan Harjer - Vida Nova.
3. Pere Marquette Smoke Free Beach Proposal.
4. Procedures: Special Use Permits - Commissioner Davis.
5. Noise Ordinance - Commissioner Davis.
6. Farmers' Market Relocation - Commissioner Davis.
7. City Manager Evaluation Fonn.
8. New Fire Station Expense Update.
9. Taxicab Licensing.
10. Any Other Business.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS AGENDA
1. Approval of March 5, 2007, CRC Minutes.
2. Accept Resignation from the Public Relations Committee and Equal Opportunity
Committee.
3. CRC Openings to be Filled.
4. Any Other Business.
5. Adjournment.
City of Muskegon
City Commission Worksession
May 7, 2007
City Commission Chambers
5:30PM
MINUTES
2007-40
Present: Commissioners Spataro, Warmington, Davis, Gawron, Shepherd, Wierengo,
and Carter.
Absent: None.
Update from Gary Post and Rnss Strong- Western Avenue Properties
Gary Post and Russ Strong gave an update of the Western Avenue properties.
Update from Dan Harjer - Vida Nova
Open houses are held every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2p.m. It is hoped that the first offer
will be received tomorrow.
Pere Marquette Smoke Free Beach Proposal
Jamie Cross, Alliance of the Great Lakes, made a presentation regarding a Pere
Marquette smoke free beach. Ms. Cross and Commissioners discussed issues around size
of area designated for smoke-free.
Recommendation made to bring to next Commission work session for discussion. Staff
to obtain information on impact to size of area designated for smoke choice.
Procedures: Special Use Permits - Commissioner Davis
Discussion took place on the issuance of Special Use Permits.
Noise Ordinance - Commissioner Davis
Discussion took place regarding music at establishments on the beach. The police chief
will send a letter to those businesses.
Farmers' Market Relocation - Commissioner Davis
The adequate size of area of new location for Market was discussed.
City Manager Evaluation Form
Summary was given from Commissioner Wierengo of revision of job description and
recommended changes. A suggestion was raised to have the committee tweak the
evaluation and distribute the old and new form to commissioners.
New Fire Station Expense Update
The Commission discussed various items of Fire Station Costs.
Taxicab Licensing
The clerk discussed calls from different companies in reference to rates of cab fares.
Requests have also been received to license all vehicle transportation companies. The
police chief discussed issues with taxi operator background checks.
Motion from Commissioner Carter, second by Commissioner Davis to have staff
prepare an ordinance to repeal the ordinance that requires a taxi operator license.
MOTION PASSES
Any other Business
The Commission discussed the address of a Bike Trail Maintenance fund.
Adiournment
Motion by Commissioner Carter, seconded by Commissioner Shepherd to adjourn.
MOTION PASSES
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Ann Marie Becker, MMC
City Clerk
PROPOSAL TO THE CITY OF MUSKEGON
CAMPAIGN TO REDUCE CIGARETTE LITTER AT PERE MARQUETTE PARK
PROPOSED NON-SMOKING AREA AT PERE MARQUETTE PARK
Proposed non-smoking area for Pere Marquette would be south of the sidewalk leading to
the pier to the water plant on Beach Street.
PROPOSED SIGNAGE
Eight to ten no smoking signs would be posted along Beach Street at Pere Marquette
Park.
PROPOSED CIGARETTE BUTT RECEPTACLE
In an effort to capture cigarette litter as individuals leave their vehicles and enter the park
the committee will purchase special receptacles to be placed next to garbage cans along
Beach Street. The city will put receptacles in place and anchor them. They will empty the
ashtrays when they empty garbage bins at the beach. (Studies have been done showing
smokers are not likely to put spent cigarette butts in trash cans because they are afraid
they will start a fire. The cigarette receptacles provide smokers with an option for their
cigarette litter.)
ADOPT-A-BEACH MONITORING PROGRAM
Muskegon Save Our Shoreline participates in monthly volunteer cleanups at Pere
Marquette from April through September. During their visits volunteers not only remove
trash at the park but record their findings. To gauge the impacts of making a portion of
Pere Marquette Smoke Free, the Adopt-a-Beach team will clean and keep data on the
same section of beach using the same number of volunteers working for the same number
of hours each month.
VOLUNTEER RANGER PROGRAM
The City will explore a volunteer ranger program in which volunteers will patrol the
beach during high use times to work with city rangers.
MUSKEGON CIGARETTE LITTER EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
Public Service Announcements: Develop and distribute public service announcements to
local media outlets that focus on getting smokers to properly discard of cigarette litter.
Newspaper mticles, letters to the editors, organizational web sites: Encourage individuals,
organizations and other Adopt-a-Beach teams to write letters to the editor in an effort to
inform the community about cigarette litter. Work with other organizations to get
information on smoke free beach posted in their newsletters and on their websites. West
Michigan Environmental Action Council, Alliance for the Great Lakes, Muskegon
Chronicle and the Muskegon County Health Project have recently written articles on this
subject
Media interviews: Contact local media outlets to schedule interviews throughout the
spring and summer to provide information to the community on data results from
cleanups and impacts from smoking related litter.
Informational posters about cigarette litter: Create and post informational posters in the
community that focus on cigarette butts as litter. Post at concession stands at Pere
Marquette, bathrooms at Kruse and Spider Park, stores in Lakeside, etc.
Pocket ashtray give away: Give out pocket ash trays during the annual September
cleanup along with information about cigarette litter on beaches. Ashtrays would have
information on cigarette litter imprinted on them. Explore other venues for distribution of
pocket ash trays. (Hotel/motel smoking rooms, Yacht Clubs, Marina's, community
events, etc, )
From: Mazade, Bryon
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 4:19 PM
To: 'Pcrdypaulson@aol.com'; Sue Wierenga (E-mail); Davis, Kevin(Home)
Subject: Evaluation Form
I have had an opportunity to review the most recent draft of the City Manager's evaluation form and I think it is a great
improvement over the form currently used. However, I do have a few comments that I would like you to consider.
1. The first section of the form is in a statement format and then switches to questions when it comes to the
Personal Characteristic portion.
2. One area says "Provides results of staff reviews .... " I am not quite sure what that means. Is it that reviews are to
be conducted by the manager or that the reviews conducted will be provided to someone specifically?
3. One area mentions the maintenance of minutes of meetings with department heads and staff. This does not
happen currently in the strict sense, although I take notes at various meetings as needed. If this serves some
purpose it could be worthwhile. Otherwise, it could be a lot of unnecessary work. I would be apprehensive about
preparing and keeping minutes of staff meetings that then becomes a public record. This could have a chilling
effect on candid discussion.
4. I did not see anything relating to intergovernmental cooperation. I think that should be an area for evaluation as
long as it remains a City Commission priority.
I hope this input is useful to you. Thanks.
5/1/2007
CONFIDENTIAL
CITY MANAGER PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
City of Muskegon, Michigan
Evaluator _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Date _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Introduction
The City Manager, under the general direction of the City Commission, provides administrative
supervision to all City departments and related agencies. Provides professional advice and
authoritative recommendations on all matters before the Commission, directs the implementation of
Commission mandates, plans and administers the City budget, supervises labor relations and
personnel management activities, and participates in the design and implementation of major civil
development projects. Assures the satisfactory provision of services to City residents, and takes
overall responsibility for the maintenance of a favorable public relations posture for city government
with City residents, surrounding communities, and other local, state and federal agencies.
Evaluation
Circle rating number (1 - Poor 2 - Fair 3 - Average 4 - Good 5 - Excellent)
12345 Determines broad policy for operating departments, appoints department heads, and
monitors activities for conformity to Commission mandates, department objectives and
community needs.
12345 Provides results of staff reviews and performance of Department Heads (in general
terms, related to goals).
12345 Serves as final operating authority for budget, establishing the priorities of programs in
relationship to income, authorizing expenditures and developing funding mechanisms.
12345 Proposes funding mechanisms, ordinances and zoning regulations to the City
Commission, in the interest of orderly community growth and development.
12345 Directs the negotiation of labor contracts with recognized employee groups and
oversees the administration of those contracts, including the settlement of grievances.
12345 Regularly conducts department head and staff meetings to coordinate departmental
activities, receive progress and general briefing reports, and to identify and develop
solutions to problems.
12345 Maintains minutes of meetings with department heads and staff.
12345 Encourages employee training and develops requisite funding.
12345 Promotes cooperation with key business and property owners.
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serving as member of development and planning groups. Analyzes City land use and
development needs, conferring with developers, public service groups, citizens and
representatives of industry. Develops funding, land acquisition, tax abatement and
related programs, as needed.
12345 Attends City Commission and Committee meetings to provide advice and information on
City operations, and makes recommendations on policies and actions required for
effective and efficient administration of City government or civic development.
12345 Prepares or directs the preparation of special studies and reports, as requested by the
Commission. Reviews and presents analyses and findings, and makes
recommendations on appropriate actions.
12345 Directs the purchase, utilization, maintenance and control of City-owned land, buildings,
and equipment.
12345 Maintains extensive contacts with representatives of federal, state and county
government to coordinate programs, funding, information and legislation related to a
variety of common interests, such as law enforcement, planning and community
development, taxation, public services and utilities, transportation and roads, and other
matters.
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12345 Meets with interested citizens and community groups on a variety of subjects relating to
municipal administration.
12345 Monitors proposed legislation at the state and federal levels, and recommends policy
positions with respect to proposals which affect municipalities, in general, and
Muskegon, in particular.
12345 Keeps current on municipal government practices, reading extensively, attending
educational seminars and exchanging information with City Managers, Mayors and other
policy administrators.
12345 Receives and answers correspondence and telephone inquiries relating to City
operations, policies and positions on a variety of issues.
12345 Gives regular newspaper and TV interviews.
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12345 Directs City public relations activities, supervising the preparation of speeches,
newspaper articles and newsletters to clarify City policies and actions, promote civic
pride, or enhance the City's public image.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
12345 Imagination: Does the Manager show originality in approaching problems? Create
effective solutions? Able to visualize the implications of various alternatives?
12345 Objectivity: Is the City Manager unemotional? Unbiased? Does the Manager take a
rational and impersonal viewpoint based on facts and qualified opinions? Able to divide
personal feelings from those which would most effectively convey the City's interest?
12345 Drive: Is the Manager energetic and willing to spend the time necessary to do a good
job? Have good initiative and is a self-starter? Have good mental and physical
stamina?
12345 Judgment and Decisiveness: Is the Manager able to reach quality decisions in a
timely fashion? Decisions generally good? Does the Manager exercise good judgment
in making decisions and in general conduct?
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12345 Attitude: Is the Manager enthusiastic? Cooperative? Willing to adapt? Does the
Manager have an enthusiastic attitude toward the City, both professionally and
personally?
12345 Self Assurance: Is the Manager self assured? Able to be honest with self and take
constructive criticism? Take responsibility for own mistakes? Is confident enough to
make decisions and take actions as may be required without undue supervision from
the Commission?
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS COMMENTS
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OVERALL GENERAL COMMENTS
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Fire Station Costs
5/03/07
Architect Fee (originally $262,000) $ 241,083.00
Consumers Energy (power to the building) $ 13,509.50
Contract Sum $3,174,326.00
Change Order #1 (fill sand) $ 40,109.65
Change Order #2 (san. & storm sewer/lintels) $ 9,869.00
Change Order #3 (fitness room windows) $ 4,634.00
Change Order #4 (bolt steel angles/louvers & lintels) $ 5,373.00
Change Order #5 (net costs for the carpet border) $ 176.61
Change Order #6 (medallions, sensor valves, SCBA) $ 9,398.00
Change Order# 7 (electrical, facia and soffit work) $ 23,645.00
Change Order# 8 (SCBA sound control, air valves) $ 8,424.00
Change Order# 9 (range change, add urinal) $ 3,697.00
Total $3,534,244.76
Date: April 30, 2007
To: City Commissioners
Re: Taxicab Licensing
Several events have transpired in the last three months regarding the licensing of taxicabs
and drivers.
In February 2007, our office received a request asking the City to amend its cun-ent
ordinance to require taxicab companies not based within the City, to be licensed. It is
also requested that the City of Muskegon license those companies who transport without
meters.
In March 2007, the City Clerk received a phone call from a company who transports
disabled people. He would like the City to license his business. He explained if the City
does not license him, the State does at a cost of $20,000 annually. He does not fall under
our cmTent ordinance because he is not a metered business and his fees are significantly
higher than a standard taxicab service given that it is a specialty service.
In April 2007, a current taxicab company owner visited the office and stated that he
believes that the City should license tow trucks, plow trucks, ambulance services, etc.
with the same process as a taxicab service.
Based on our current ordinance, taxicab permits are being issued to individuals with
various disparities in their background check but who still fall within the limits of the
law.
The taxicab ordinance places an undue burden on the Police Department and City Clerk's
Office. Both departments are understaffed and struggle to keep with cunent demands of
the taxicab ordinance.
Based on the numerous requests and the demand placed on staff time, the Commission
may want to direct staff to review the current taxicab ordinance and forward a
recommendation.
CITY OF MUSKEGON
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
City Commission Chambers
5:30 p.m.
Monday, March 5, 2007
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Spataro at 5:30 p.m. Present: Vice Mayor
Gawron, Commissioners Carter, Davis, and Shepherd.
Absent: Mayor Warmington and Commissioner Wierenga.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Carter moved, Commissioner Shepherd seconded, to approve the
February 5, 2007 minutes as presented.
MOTION CARRIED.
FARMER'S MARKET HOURS - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
Discussion regarding the hours of the Farmer's Market took place. Staff will study the
issue.
MUSKEGON CITY COMMISSION GOALS ACTION PLAN
The c01mnission stated that the action plan is dictated by the City budget and to follow
accordingly.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES/BOARDS
Citizen's Police Review Board
Commissioner Davis moved, Vice Mayor Gawron seconded, to recommend
appointment of Carlos Florez and to accept the resignation of Sonja Hernandez
from the Citizen's Police Review Board.
MOTION CARRIED.
Hospital Finance Authority
Vice Mayor Gawron moved, Commissioner Davis seconded, to recommend
appointment of Bess Commodm·e to the Hospital Finance Authority.
MOTION CARRIED.
INCOME TAX BOARD OF REVIEW
Commissioner Davis moved, Commissioner Shepherd seconded, to recommend
appointment of Branden Gemzer to the Income Tax Board of Review.
MOTION CARRIED.
LOCAL OFFICER'S COMPENSATION COMMISSION
Commissioner Davis moved, Commissioner Shepherd seconded, to recommend
appointment of Jodi McClain and Dwayne Lang to the Local Officer's
Compensation Commission.
MOTION CARRIED.
Meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Ann Marie Becker, MMC
City Clerk
Date: May 1, 2007
To: Community Relations Committee
From: City Clerk's Office
RE: Resignation from the Public Relations Committee and
Equal Opportunity Committee
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The following people have resigned from their
respective committees:
Public Relations Committee: Connolly Jenkins, term expires January 31, 2010. (Requires a
Person with Marketing and/or Public relations background). Potential applications attached.
The co-chairs recommend Larry Halverson.
Equal Opportunity Committee - Glenn Edwards, term expires January 31, 2009. (Must be a
citizen). One potential application attached.
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From: Connolly Robyn Jenkins [simmo131@msu.edu]
Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2007 1 :05 PM
To: Becker, Ann
Subject: Connolly Jenkins: Public Relations committe member
To Public Relations Committee:
I feel very bad about not being able to make the last few meetings. I have a family crisis
that is simply not letting up. At this time I am unable to fulfill my obligations as a
committee member.
I thank you for the opportunity and apologize for the inconvenience.
It was a pleasure to be involved with such a dedicated group.
Connolly Jenkins
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( ) Election Commission ( ) Police/Fireman's Pension Board
( ) Equal Opportunity Committee )l'Public Relations Committee
( ) Historic District Commission ( ) Zoning Board of Appeals
( ) Hospital Finance Authority
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3345 GERMAINE RD.• MUSKEGON, Ml 49441
PHONE (231) 780-1464 • E-MAIL LJHALVERSON@VERIZON NET
LARRY IiAL VERSON
OBJECT[VE · · - · · - - - - - - - - - - · - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .......................
To assist people, interface with customers, and succeed in this organization's
communications outreach
PUBLIC RELATIONS EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from Grand Valley State University
l1re::;ented 111y GVSU pro)ec.t "Qufilhy In Chi\d Care" for Kent County Regiona11
4C's, to the Grand Rapids media core news conference. This PowerPoint
pre..se-ntation hjghJjghte.d the. c:oJlection and analysis of relevant data for Grand
Rapids parents in their search for childcare. Then offering a public relations plan
from the analysis of the data to the 4'C's.
Written and submitted several news releases to the Muskegon Chronicle, Norton
Examiner and other suburban publications for community organizations. Some
being picked up by the Associate press and used nationwide.
Succesifu\ ipecia\ pro)ect for the ~1:u";;kegon Jaycee':. that 'wdS covered by ABC,
NBC, CBS, and FOX local affiliates.
Increased attendance twenty-three percent for the Muskegon Shoreline Spectacular
by using a concise marketing and public relations plan
PROFESS[ONAL ACTrVlTrES
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Lead writer for successful "Quality In Child Care" project for Kent County
Regional 4C's, including collection and analysis of relevant data, designing and
executing print and electronic media campaign witli finds submitted during a
Grand Rapids media news conference next sent to then- Governor Engler for
consldera.tion
Currently volunteering as the Marketing Director for Lakeside Baptist Church.
Responsibilities include: gathering primary and secondary research to formulate a
marketing plan for church growth, promote the services and activities of the
church, create community awareness and involvement, to set a budget and work
within those guidelines, and then to tract the plan and make adjustments if needed
- weD site design and optimization -media relations.
TECHNOLOGY SK[LLS
Experience and trammg on PC hardware. Software and systems: MS-DOS,
Windows XP Microsoft Office package (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher),
Drearnweaver 8, Fireworks 8 - webs:ite des-ign package, SPSS 8.0 - a
comprehensive system designed to analyze data for research, digital cameras, and
video production. Associated Press style, proofreadini,;, editing te>ct from multiple
contributors in coherent whole.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATI<c..)ccN:.:S________________________________
• Effectively and efficiently utilized web-based and print newsletters to promote
client communications for past five years
• Public Relations director- Muskegon chapter,Jaycee's and Michigan Jaycee's
• Public Relations chair - 2004-2005 millage campaign, Mona Shores Public
Schools- Multi-media campaign featured - Radio, local television and print
awareness advertisements. Facilitated and publicized interviews with staff and
1.;ommunity members to bui\U support anLl awareness for funding needs.
Coordinated televised town meetings with affected stakeholders
• .i\-fona Shores Pub1ic Sd1001s district-wide School Improvement Committee
member
• Optimized business web-site to achieve number one ranking on nationa\
search engines
• Festivals United Network, Inc. - coordinator and public relations chair
• Earned e-Certification for creation and management of business website
• Developed marketing brochures for variety of community and business
ventures
• Built and maintained positive client relations since 1974
EDUCATION
• Grand Valley State University, Allendale - B.S. degree in public relations,
April 2000
• Muskegon Community College, Muskegon, MI -Associate of Arts, 1989
• Holloway School of Real Estate - graduated for real estate license
• F\oyd Wickman's Real Estate Sa\es Course - graduated in sales and
dosing techniques
• Prudential Real Estate e-Certification - internet marketing
• Muskegon Community College - non degree programs in designing
effective websites and Dreamweaver 8
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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2006 - Current Muskegon Area lnte1mediate School District/
Orchard View High School
SUBSTITUlE 7FACHER/JV SOFTBALL COACH
• Facilitated a classroom plan from middle to high school
• Utilized cooperative learning & positive discipline strategies
• Experience in public speaking and delivering lectures and class studies
• Developed and conducted softball practice sessions
• Motivated high school team with positive training techniques
2000-2005 Prudential Clyde Hendrick Muskegon, Michigan
REALTOR
• Responsible for successfully selling and marketing residential real
estate using state-of-the-art, multimedia technologies
• Multi-million dollar producer in sales
• Developed marketing brochures, flyers, sales presentations, and client
correspondence materials.
• Designed and promoted website into a number one position in Yahoo
and MSN search engines
• Experienced in use of Microsoft Office Suite programs, including \Vord,
Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Earned an e-Certification with capabilities to e-Market nationwide.
1974 - 2000 Canteen Service Spring Lake, Michigan
ROUIESALES
• Responsible for tnanag-ing all aspects of route sales, including
developing good customer relations, offering timely and proactive
customer service, rmmaging inventory and all :relevant logistical
operations associated with service area, organizing product displays, and
maintaining :accurate ftn:mcial and pcomoti.nruil documentation
• Developed a personal selling and customer relations approach in order to
deliver quality service
• Member of the Union Bargaining Committee addressing contract
negotiations and contract issues
PROFESSIONAL l\lEMBERSHJPS
Muskegon Chamber of Commerce
State of Michigan Real Estate License
COMMUNITY ACTfVITIES
• Michigan Jaycee's - member and public relations director
• Muskegon Chamber of Commerce - member
• Greater Muskegon Junior Chamber of Commerce - alumni
• West Michigan Lakeshore Association of Realtors - member and public
rdations co-chair
• Muskegon-area Jaycee's - member and public relations director
• 1\rfichigan Jaycee's - member and public relations director
• Muskegon Chamber of Commerce - member
• Greater Muskegon Junior Chamber of Commerce -alumni
• West Michigan Lakeshore Association of Realtors - member and public
relations co-chair
• Festivals Unified Network, Inc. (FUN, Inc.) Vice President
• Lakeside Baptist Church - Trustee Board member, Marketing Director
REFERENCES
• Ms Sharon Johnson, OFFICE MANAGER
PRUDENTIAL CLYDE HENDRICK, REALTORS
1%0 W. Norton Ave., Muskegon, Ml 4%41 2'.',1-1\10-611)'.',
• Mr. Terry Ficorc!!i, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
MUSKEGON FURY HOCKEY TEAM
470 W. Western Ave., Muskegon, Ml 49440 231-726-3879x224
• Mr. Mark \Volters, Supervisior
CANTEEN SERVICES, INC.
17225 Taft Rd., Spring Lah, Ml 4%56 616-1\42-7616
• Ms Wendy VanZegren, PRINCIPAL
CMIPBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1'.',55 Greenwich, Muskegon, MI 4%41 2:'>1-755-255\lxi\i\99
A WARDS RECEIVED
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Muskegon Jaycees - Project of the Year
i\lfuskegon Jaycees - Chairperson of the Year
~1u<,;ke.gan j'd.ycee.<,;- Ditectot of the. Yeir
Prudential Clyde Hendrick, REALTORS - Sales Person of the Month
Ptudential Clyde Hendrick, REALTORS -Listing Peron of the Month
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Leisure Services Department
DATE: May 1, 2007
RE: Farmers Market -- Commercial Liability Insurance
Per your request, regarding the question of how much the Insurance coverage amount
should be for Commercial Liability Insurance, we consulted with the City's Risk
Authority office and the following advised was offered by specialist Keith Potter:
1. The Commercial Liability Insurance Policy requirement should be set at $1
Million Dollars.
2. The cost of coverage to individual vendors is determined by various factors
1. The Parameter of the business
2. What they are selling
3. It may be a rider to their regular business
4. Coverage amount is determined by the scope of what is sold to the
consumer.
Staff will be present at the May 7th City Commission Work Session to respond to further
questions that the Commission might have on this issue.
Thank you.
Date: April 5, 2007
To: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From: Lee Slaughter, Assistant City Manager
RE: Commercial Liability Insurance for Farmer Market
Vendors Selling Processed and/or Food Items
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The practice of requiring certain market vendors of the
Farmers Market and Flea Market to obtain Commercial Liability Insurance was
enacted as the market has evolved into a processor-friendly seller venue. It offers
baked-goods, cheeses, jams, relishes, jerky, and has expanded to offer meat
products, poultry and has home-licensed processors. Until 1998 the market was
limited to agricultural products. With the introduction of fresh meat, poultry, shellfish,
and fish, mechanical refrigeration was required. Therefore it was decided to require
vendors to have Commercial Liability Insurance for the purpose of protecting the city,
vendor, and customers, when selling or purchasing market product and/or
mechanically-altered (processed) foods.
Vendors have complied with Michigan State Department of Agriculture and
purchased licenses to operate their Business. The license does not cover one from
improper food handling, storage, or processing.
In the process of the Commission studying this issue it is recommended that the
Commission adopt the practice and it be written into the Farmers and Flea Market
policy to include Commercial Liability Insurance for all vendors selling food and/or
mechanically -altered (processed) foods.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Presently not required but advised we uphold
requirement for Commercial Liability Insurance as policy.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Leisure Services Department
DATE: May I, 2007
RE: Farmers Market - Farmers Response to Change in Operation Hours on
Thursdays.
Attached please find the results of the survey questionnaire sent to Farmers regarding the
question of changing the market's hours of operation on Thursdays from morning to
afternoon.
This item is on the City Commission's Work Session Agenda for Monday, May 7, 2007.
Staff will be present to respond to questions that you might have.
Thank you.
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2007 FARMERS MARKET SURVEY RES UL TS
Revised 4-30-07
QUESTIONS
1. Do you want the current market hours on Thursday changed from morning to
afternoons? If so, why?
14= NO
4= YES
3 = UNDECIDED OR NO OPINION
2. Do you want the current market hours on Thursday to remain the same 'as is? If
so, why?
16 = YES
1= NO
4 = UNDECIDED OR NO OPINION
3. If the hours are changed, will you continue your vendor§hip at the market?
10 = YES
2=NO
9 = UNDECIDED OR NOT ON THURSDAYS
QUESTIONS YES NO UNDECIDED
Question #1 4 14 3
Question #2 16 1 4
Question #3 10 2 9
Total Surveys sent out were 69, with 21 customers responding to date.
COMMENTS
Vegetables and fruits are picked in the morning, FRESHNESS is the problem
Have attended many afternoon markets and they never work
If hours are in the evening on Thursdays I just will not attend the market on that day
Rather than change hours, why not extend them
25% of weekly sales are already done on Thursday mornings
Why change what is successful
We stay at market in the afternoons but it is much slower than mornings
I will stay later but only if there is business
Our customers depend on us to be there at that time, and they already come in the
afternoon anyway
I have to keep fruits and vegetables cold, on ice, the ice will melt very fast in the
afternoon
It is not good to cultivate in the morning when dew is on the crops, so afternoons
work better for that
We have hired help in the field in the afternoon
I think people would rather come to the market earlier when it is cooler out
We have tried afternoon markets and they NEVER EVER WORK
Please leave the hours the same
We sell plants that in the afternoon it is too hot to stay at the market, because the
plants can't take the excess heat
If market time is changed I will try it, but the heat is an issue so I may not be able to
participate
The market is dead by 2:00 pm
Our customers have stated they want it in the morning hours
We will still come on Thursdays but we will not stay late
Please keep the hours the same, if we stay late on Thursdays we are rushing around to
pick and pack for Friday and Saturday market
Market should have a varied schedule
Perhaps afternoon hours would bring in customers that can't normally come
We would try it
It would be interesting to try different hours
I am flexible, but if it does not do good after a month switch it back please
I am not available in the morning so I would be much more inclined to sell in the
afternoon
Thursdays have been slow anyway, why not make it happen
Seems the public is used to current hours if you change will it hurt the market?
Brain dead idea, all markets are open in the AM
It is usually slow by 2 pm why start later
Go ahead and change it, I just won't be there on that day
It is hard enough farming right now without changing the hours
I will return to market but not on Thursdays
Our customers come in the morning for FRESH PRODUCE
Keep the hours the same because the market is about all done by 1:00 pm
Very doubtful I return on Thursday
Why change a good thing!
Cc: Lee
Lowell
Budget-
Campaign to Reduce Cigarette Litter at Pere Marquette Park
Costs Detailes Total
Signage $75 each x 10 signs = $750
$1.25 each x 500 (minimu order)=
Pocket Ashtrays $625 plus shipping $25 .00 = $650
Smoking recepticals for beach $100 each @10 $1,000
Posters (copy at Staples) .38 cents each x 50 copies = $20
Total costs . . ·.
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