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CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS @ 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER:
PRAYER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
HONORS AND AWARDS:
INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATION:
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of Minutes. CITY CLERK
B. Approval of Building Contract for 553 Octavius. COMMUNITY &
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
C. Transportation Resolution. CITY MANAGER
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
COMMUNICATIONS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Request to Amend the Planned Unit Development for the Terrace Point
Properties – 650 Terrace Point. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
B. 2013-2014 City Commission Goals. CITY MANAGER
C. Concurrence with the Housing Board of Appeals Notice and Order to
Demolish the Following: PUBLIC SAFETY
1275 Allen Avenue
665 Allen Avenue (Area 11)
ANY OTHER BUSINESS:
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Reminder: Individuals who would like to address the City Commission shall do the following:
Fill out a request to speak form attached to the agenda or located in the back of the room.
Submit the form to the City Clerk.
Be recognized by the Chair.
Step forward to the microphone.
State name and address.
Limit of 3 minutes to address the Commission.
(Speaker representing a group may be allowed 10 minutes if previously registered with City Clerk.)
CLOSED SESSION:
ADJOURNMENT:
ADA POLICY: The City of Muskegon will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services to individuals who
want to attend the meeting upon twenty four hour notice to the City of Muskegon. Please contact Ann
Marie Cummings, City Clerk, 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49440 or by calling (231) 724-6705 or
TTY/TDD dial 7-1-1 to request a representative to dial (231) 724-6705.
Date: February 26, 2013
To: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From: Ann Marie Cummings, City Clerk
RE: Approval of Minutes
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve minutes of the February 8th
Goal Setting Session, February 11th Commission Worksession Meeting,
and the February 12th City Commission Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
CITY COMMISSION GOAL SETTING SESSION
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
MINUTES
2013-08
Present: Mayor Gawron, Vice Mayor Spataro, Commissioners Hood, German, Markowski,
Wierengo (arrived 9:21 a.m.), and Turnquist.
Staff Present: Mazade, Al-Shatel, Grant (arrived 10:55 a.m.), Maurer, Brubaker-Clarke (arrived
10:17 a.m.), Bailey, Paul, Smith, Thompson, J. Lewis, Cummings, B. Lewis.
Others: Dave Alexander, Muskegon Chronicle, William Snyder, resident.
Opening remarks were given by Mayor Gawron.
Bob Kuhn facilitated the session.
Meeting began at 9:13 a.m.
Mr. Kuhn asked the City Commissioners to consider the role of City Government. Is it to initiate
or facilitate?
Commissioner and staff relationships need trust, integrity, honesty, and communication.
Department heads have approximately 14 hours between Commission meetings to
develop/dream/create. Plan accordingly and tell them where to focus their efforts.
A consensus of the Commission is a must, not a majority. With a consensus, everybody wins. A
proposal can be modified until everyone can agree.
A majority vote produces winners and losers. It is not the type of mentality that will get a lot
done.
Silence is perceived as going along with the majority.
No such thing as a “bad” goal.
If there are no new sources of revenue, decide which services are discontinued to begin new
projects. Always ask yourself:
We can’t do everything.
Should we continue to do this?
Should someone else be doing it?
The Mission, Vision and Value Statements were reviewed.
Some Commissioners were interested in revisiting the Mission statement and making some
modifications. The City Manager suggested that two Commissioners and a staff member. It
should be driven by Commissioners.
Bryon Mazade reviewed the summary of department functions/tasks.
Tim Paul gave an overview of the 2012/2013 budget and city finances.
Revenues are anticipated to be approximately $23 million dollars each year over the next five
years.
There are five looming financial issues to cope with:
1. BC Cobb plant closure and loss of revenue from recent tax appeal settlements.
2. Growing Smartzone debt requirements.
3. Pension costs will likely escalate.
4. Healthcare costs.
5. DDA debt requirements.
The 2012 City Commission Goals were reviewed:
1. Redevelopment of Sappi site – ongoing.
2. Neighborhood Revitalization – we’ve made changes the last 1.5 years with
demolitions and new housing.
3. Downtown Zoning Changes.
4. Cooperative Service Agreements – Water Filtration Agreement signed in 2012.
5. Improve city employment diversity. – Placed Civil Service question on ballot (failed).
6. Greater Support for LC Walker Arena – Catalyst for other activities downtown. We
need to give the LC more support.
7. Pere Marquette Park physical enhancements.
8. Pursue Casino Development downtown.
Proposed goals by City Commissioners for 2013 (Note: No. 1 had five votes, No. 2, 3, & 4 had
four votes)
1. Law Enforcement – focus on existing programs and communication efforts to the
community.
2. Pere Marquette Park – research grants, development, health, picnic shelters.
3. Working relationship with other communities – celebrate their successes.
4. Transitional Planning – City Manager.
5. High level of code enforcement, environmental, rentals, avenues of enhancement.
6. City employment diversity – recruitment, job fairs, cadet programs.
7. Youth jobs program, community collaboration (wear Red day).
8. Sappi development – zoning and demolition.
9. Youth friendly businesses and activities.
Meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
______________________________
Ann Marie Cummings, MMC
City Clerk
CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION WORKSESSION
February 11, 2013
5:30 p.m.
City Commission Chambers
MINUTES
2013-09
Present: Commissioners Gawron, Spataro, Hood, German, Wierengo, Turnquist, and Markowski
(arrived 5:35 p.m.).
Absent: None
Farmer’s Market Presentation.
A presentation of a proposal to move the Farmer’s Market to the downtown area was given by
Cindy Larson and Steve Olson of Downtown Muskegon Development.
The Commission reviewed the proposed site plan. The proposal includes a community kitchen,
more than 125 stalls (larger than stalls at the current location), over 500 parking spots including
street parking, and a year round market. Cost is projected to be $3 million dollars and will be
raised by the DMDC organization.
Several members of the public participated stating their approval or opposition to the proposal.
Many questions and suggestions were given.
Members of the DMDC stated it is a very preliminary design and they are looking for input.
They will incorporate many of the suggestions given as well as visiting neighborhoods and
developing a committee consisting of farmers, neighborhoods, those working in the downtown,
Commissioners, and staff members of the City to create a plan that might satisfy most.
Commissioners indicated they needed to see a plan that the majority of their constituents want,
whether it is to move the market or keep it in its current location.
Second Quarter 2012-13 Budget Reforecast.
At this time staff is transmitting the Second Quarter 2012-13 Budget Reforecast which outlines
proposed changes to the original budget that have come about as a result of changes in revenue
projections, policy priorities, labor contracts, updated economic conditions, or other factors.
No major changes to the budget are proposed for the second quarter.
This item has been placed on the February 12, 2013 City Commission Meeting for consideration.
Proposal for Codification of City Ordinances.
The City’s Code of Ordinances was last codified in 2002. Many ordinances have been added,
deleted, and/or changed since that time.
The City has received a proposal from Municipal Code Corporation to codify the code of
ordinances for an estimated $18,000 - $22,000 to be paid over two fiscal years.
This item has been placed on the February 12, 2013 City Commission Meeting for consideration.
Encroachment Agreement – Placement of Public Benches.
Our agreement with Perma Advertising, owner of the benches placed throughout the community
for public use has expired. An agreement to renew the contract for ten years was presented to the
Commission.
This item has been placed on the February 12, 2013 City Commission Meeting for consideration.
Any Other Business.
Vice Mayor Spataro requested that a plan be put into place to pave the dirt streets in the east side
of the City.
Adjournment.
Motion by Commissioner Wierengo, second by Commissioner Hood to adjourn at 7:31
p.m.
MOTION PASSES
____________________________
Ann Marie Cummings, MMC
City Clerk
CITY OF MUSKEGON
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 12, 2013
CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS @ 5:30 P.M.
MINUTES
The Regular Commission Meeting of the City of Muskegon was held at City Hall,
933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 12, 2013.
Mayor Gawron opened the meeting with a prayer from Mr. George Monroe
after which the Commission and public recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag.
ROLL CALL FOR THE REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:
Present: Mayor Stephen Gawron, Vice Mayor Lawrence Spataro,
Commissioners Eric Hood, Willie German, Sue Wierengo, Byron Turnquist, and Lea
Markowski, City Manager Bryon Mazade, City Attorney John Schrier, and City
Clerk Ann Marie Cummings.
2013-10 CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of Minutes. CITY CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve minutes of the January 22nd City
Commission Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
B. Gaming License Request from the West Michigan Symphony. CITY
CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The West Michigan Symphony, 425 W. Western Avenue,
Muskegon, MI, is requesting a resolution recognizing them as a non-profit
organization operating in the City for the purpose of obtaining a Gaming
License. They have been recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization by the State.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
C. Second Quarter 2012-13 Budget Reforecast. FINANCE
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: At this time staff is transmitting the Second Quarter
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2012-13 Budget Reforecast which outlines proposed changes to the original
budget that have come about as result of changes in revenue projections,
policy priorities, labor contracts, updated economic conditions, or other factors.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: No major changes to the budget were made for the
second quarter. Some marginal adjustments were made resulting in the
following:
• The projected year-end FY13 fund balance for the General Fund is
$4,813,782 up slightly from $4,805,919 estimated at the first quarter
reforecast. The FY13 operating deficit (expenditures over revenues) is
expected to be $206,263 down from the first quarter reforecast ($214,126)
and down from the original budget estimate ($575,738).
• General Fund revenues are reforecast to be $221,326 (-0.9%) lower than
originally budgeted. Most of this decrease is due to the tax appeal
settlement with Consumers Energy that was incorporated into the 1Q
reforecast.
º Total revenues for the first six months of the fiscal year are ahead of last
year by about $250,000.
º Income tax revenues are also ahead of last year’s pace by about 2%.
If this trend continues, the revenue estimate for income tax will be
increased from $7.2 million in the 3Q reforecast. Last year the final
income tax figure was just over $7.4 million.
• General Fund expenditures are estimated to be $590,801 or 2.5% lower
than originally budgeted mostly due to lower employee benefit costs.
º Total expenditures through the first six months are $637,000 lower than
last year at the same time.
• Other City funds are mostly in-line with budget projections. The Water
fund is being monitored closely to determine if a rate increase will be
needed.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: City Commission approval of this reforecast will
formally amend the City’s 2012-13 budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
D. Establish Terrace Plaza Ct. as Street Name. ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The section of public road between Terrace Plaza
building and the bank be assigned the name of Terrace Plaza Court (Ct.). This
section of road was a part of the old Terrace Street before it was realigned to
connect to Shoreline Dr. construction.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Assign the name of Terrace Plaza Ct. and authorize
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staff to install street name signs.
F. Approval of Sale of City-Owned Vacant Lot at 1189 Terrace.
COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve the resolution and direct the Mayor and
Clerk to sign Quit Claim Deed to Mr. Ty Ross, of 1197 Terrace, for the vacant lot
at 1189 Terrace Street. Mr. Ross will purchase it for $1,000.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The proceeds from the sale will be used to cover NSP1
projects.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the resolution and direct Community &
Neighborhood Services staff to file the Quit Claim Deed.
G. New Police Cruisers. PUBLIC WORKS
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Authorize staff to purchase three new Chevy Caprice
patrol vehicles, total purchase price of $83,904 from Shaheen Chevrolet, the Mi
Deal (state contract) awarded dealership.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: $83,904.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None, amount is what was budgeted.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to purchase new Police cruisers from
Shaheen Chevrolet.
H. Transportation Improvements Program Submittal for 2014-2017 Projects.
ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Authorize staff to submit the list of projects to the West
Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission for inclusion in the FY
2014 – 2017 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Projects submitted will
be considered for Federal and State transportation funding. Adoption of the
resolution is required as part of the submittal to commit the local match should
funds become available.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None at this time; however, a local match will be required
should we receive a grant for a particular project.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the project submittal and resolution.
I. Contract Extension Agreement: One Year Street Sweeping Contract for
2013. PUBLIC WORKS
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To exercise the option for a one-year contractual
extension, as outlined in the previous three-year contract with TRI-US SERVICES,
INC., to provide street sweeping services for 2013.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT: $139,700.50 cost for one-year contract extension. Funds to
cover all expenses are budgeted. Trunkline expenses are reimbursed by State
funding.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None, monies appropriated in Highway and State
trunkline budgets.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve request to contract out service for one-
year extension as specified in previous contract.
J. Proposal for Codification of City Ordinances. CITY CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The City’s Code of Ordinances was last codified in 2002.
Many ordinances have been added, deleted, and/or changed since that time.
As ordinances are modified, other ordinances that may refer to these items are
not normally modified unless it is known.
The City has used the services of Municipal Code Corporation, out of
Tallahassee, FL for codification service for many years. They are a well known
company used by many municipalities in Michigan. They have submitted a
proposal for a legal review by a staff attorney and consultation to modify the
code. They will review existing ordinances as well as State laws and give
recommendations of proposed changes. When the project is complete, it will
be given to City Commission for consideration of adoption.
The project is estimated to cost $18,000 - $22,000 and can be paid over two
fiscal years.
We did receive another proposal from a company out of New York. Though
they estimate their cost to be $10,648, the proposal does not offer a legal
review, a necessity.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: $10,000 has been budgeted in this fiscal year for this
project.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To authorize the Clerk to sign the agreement for
codification services of our City ordinances with Municipal Code.
K. Encroachment Agreement – Placement of Public Benches. CITY CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Our agreement with Perma Advertising, owner of the
benches placed throughout the community for public use has expired. The
proposed agreement to renew the contract is for ten years.
Changes to the proposed agreement include five benches for exclusive use of
the City to advertise (the previous agreement authorized three), allowance of
40 benches at locations approved by staff (current agreement allowed 35
benches), and Perma advertising also authorizes use of two additional benches
at the end of Wilcox Avenue for use of the public. The proposed agreement
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also gives the ability for the City Manager to approve additional benches within
the agreement period.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The City will collect a $5 per month, per bench,
encroachment fee.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the agreement as presented.
Motion by Vice Mayor Spataro, second by Commissioner Wierengo to approve
the Consent Agenda with the exception of item E.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Spataro, German, Wierengo, Turnquist, Markowski, Gawron,
and Hood
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
2013-11 ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
E. Approval of Building Procurement Contractor for Community &
Neighborhood Services. COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Award the Procurement Building Contract to Schmidt
Roofing and Construction for the 2013 year to be used by the Community &
Neighborhood Services for HOME rental projects.
The CNS office solicited bids through public notices for a variety of trades.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The funding for all projects would be used from the income
received from our Rental/Lease Program.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the selected Building Contractor
through the Procurement Process.
Motion by Commissioner Turnquist, second by Commissioner Wierengo to
approve the selected building procurement contractor for Community &
Neighborhood Services.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: German, Wierengo, Turnquist, Markowski, Gawron, Hood, and
Spataro
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
1013-12 NEW BUSINESS:
A. 2013-2014 Labor Agreement with Police Command Union. CITY
MANAGER
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve the tentative bargaining agreements
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between the City of Muskegon and the Police Command Union (Command
Officers Association of Michigan) for years 2013 and 2014.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: Previously provided.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None at this time.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the tentative agreements and the
resolution to change the pension benefits.
Motion by Vice Mayor Spataro, second by Commissioner Hood to approve the
2013-14 Labor Agreement with the Police Command Union as described.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Public comments received.
CLOSED SESSION: To Discuss Pending Litigation.
Motion by Commissioner Turnquist, second by Commissioner Wierengo to go
into Closed Session to discuss pending litigation.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Turnquist, Markowski, Gawron, Hood, Spataro, German, and
Wierengo
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Vice Mayor Spataro, second by Commissioner German to come out
of Closed Session.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Markowski, Gawron, Hood, Spataro, German, Wierengo, and
Turnquist
Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
ADJOURNMENT: The City Commission Meeting adjourned at 6:13 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Ann Marie Cummings, MMC
City Clerk
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Commission Meeting Date: February 26, 2013
Date: February 20, 2012
To: Honorable Mayor & City Commission
From: Community and Neighborhood Services Department
RE: Approval of Building Contract for 553 Octavius
____________________________________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To award the Abatement and Building Contract for the
rehabilitation of 553 Octavius to Build-Right Construction for the City of Muskegon’s
Homebuyers Program through CNS.
CNS received 6 bids as listed on the attached spreadsheet and the cost estimate
from our spec writer was $ 121,150.00
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The funding for this project has been secured through the
HOME program 2012 grant allocation.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To award Build-Right Construction the contract for
553 Octavius for the Community and Neighborhood Services office.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: None required.
Community and
Neighborhood Services
MEMO City of Muskegon
933 Terrace
Second Floor
Muskegon, MI 49442
Ph: 231-724-6717
Fax: 231-726-2501
Date: February 13, 2013
To: Bidders regarding 553 Octavius – Total Rehab
From: Oneata Bailey, Director
Community and Neighborhood Services
City of Muskegon
Re: Bid Results (Revised)
Community and Neighborhood Services received the following bid proposals:
CONTRACTOR LEAD GENERAL ROOM-BY
ABATEMENT REHAB SPECS ROOM SPECS
Midwest Builders $15,800 ---- ----
J D Fisher Builders $5,000 $68,100 $41,500
Build-Right Construction ** $8,225 $76,483 $33,575
Bradfield Home Repair
And Maintenance** ---- $81,888 $34,519
Gray Space Construction $23,710 $76,550 $54,350
TK Construction** $8,700 $77,795 $90,050
** Included alternative/additional bids not included in above totals
The City of Muskegon reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. The City of
Muskegon is also not restricted to accept the lowest bid.
We appreciate everyone’s interest in being a part of the City of Muskegon’s neighborhood
revitalization efforts. The selected bidder will be contacted in the next few days.
OB/lh
AGENDA ITEM NO. ________________
CITY COMMISSION MEETING February 26, 2013
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Bryon L. Mazade, City Manager
DATE: February 20, 2013
RE: Transportation Resolution
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
To approve the attached Transportation Resolution, a Michigan Municipal League initiative,
expressing the immediate need to fund the repair of Michigan’s roads and transportation
systems to help make Michigan communities vibrant in the 21st century.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the resolution.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
None.
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TRANSPORTATION RESOLUTION
RESOUTION EXPRESSING THE IMMEDIATE NEED TO FUND THE REPAIR OF
MICHIGAN’S ROADS AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS TO HELP MAKE
MICHIGAN COMMUNITIES VIBRANT IN THE 21ST CENTURY
At a regular meeting of the [name of entity] held in the [location], on the [day] of [month],
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
The following resolution was offered by [name]and seconded by [name]:
WHEREAS, let it be known that Michigan is losing $3 million per day and more than $1 billion
per year due to maintenance costs and increased wear and tear on our roads and bridges; and
WHEREAS, Michigan’s roads are consistently ranked among the nation’s worst; and
WHEREAS, one-third of all fatal and serious traffic crashes in Michigan can be linked, in part,
to poor road conditions; and
WHEREAS, developing effective public transit options in Michigan is a necessary tool for
attracting and retaining residents, workers, and businesses; and
WHEREAS, research shows that people across the nation are choosing communities that offer
various modes of transportation, easy access to the places they live, work and play, and allow
them to travel without having to rely on a car; and
WHEREAS, in particular, systems like streetcars and light rail have been credited with sparking
new commercial and residential development; and
WHEREAS, Michigan’s gas tax—the user fee that is the primary source of transportation
funding—has not increased since 1997. At the same time, the gas tax revenue collected today,
adjusted for inflation, is equal to that which was collected in 1974; and
WHEREAS, we risk a future fiscal crisis if we do not increase our investment in transportation.
Currently 32 percent of Michigan’s roads are ranked as being in poor condition. By 2018 this
number is expected to jump to more than 65 percent; and
WHEREAS, if properly funded the percentage of roadways in poor condition would greatly
improve; and
WHEREAS, bringing a road from poor to good pavement condition costs six times more than it
does to bring a road from fair to good condition; and
WHEREAS, investing $10 billion over the next ten years to fix Michigan’s roads and bridges
would create 12,000 jobs and prevent 100 crash-related deaths per year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the [name of entity] hereby urges Governor
Snyder and Michigan legislators to make the necessary investments to Michigan’s transportation
network to save taxpayer dollars, save lives and improve our economy.
DATED: [ ], 2013 BY: ___________________________________
Stephen J. Gawron, Mayor
ATTEST: ___________________________________
Ann Marie Cummings, MMC
Clerk
Commission Meeting Date: February 26, 2013
Date: February 20, 2013
To: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From: Planning & Economic Development
RE: Request to Amend the Planned Unit Development for the
Terrace Point Properties, 650 Terrace Point
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Request to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) at the Terrace Point Drive
properties, specifically the parcel at 650 Terrace Point Drive, by Terrace Point Landing,
LLC. The original PUD was approved in 1989 for a project that included the hotel,
marina, restaurant, public access to the waterfront and condos. The condos were the
only part of the project that were not completed. This amendment would be to utilize
this property for single family homes.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the amendment to the PUD.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning Commission unanimously approved recommendation of the amendment
at their February 14 meeting. Willie Parker absent.
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CITY OF MUSKEGON
RESOLUTION #2013-
RESOLUTION FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AT
TERRACE POINT.
WHEREAS, a planned unit development was approved for the Terrace Point properties, also
known as the “Lakey” properties on May 23, 1989 and includes the property at 650 Terrace Point
Dr.; and,
WHEREAS, an amended plan was approved for a condominium project at 650 Terrace Point Dr.
on February 12, 1991; and,
WHEREAS, a petition for an amendment to the planned unit development at 650 Terrace Point
Dr was received from Jon Rooks, Terrace Point Landing, LLC; and,
WHEREAS, proper notice was given by mail and publication and public hearings were held by
the City Planning Commission and by the City Commission to consider said petition, during
which all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard in accordance with provisions
of the Zoning Ordinance and State Law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission and staff have recommended approval of the amendment
to the planned unit development and associated site plan; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the recommendation by staff and the City
Planning Commission be accepted and the amendment to the planned unit development is hereby
approved.
Adopted this 26th day of February, 2013
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
By:
Stephen Gawron
Mayor
Attest:
Ann Marie Cummings
Clerk, City of Muskegon
CERTIFICATE (Amendment to the PUD at 650 Terrace Point Dr.)
The undersigned, being the duly qualified clerk of the City of Muskegon, Muskegon
County, Michigan, does hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a
resolution adopted by the City Commission of the City of Muskegon, at a regular meeting of the
City Commission on the 26th day of February, 2013, at which meeting a quorum was present and
remained throughout, and that the original of said ordinance is on file in the records of the City of
Muskegon. I further certify that the meeting was conducted and public notice was given pursuant
to and in full compliance with Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan of 1976, as amended, and
that minutes were kept and will be or have been made available as required thereby.
DATED: ___________________, 2013. _______________________________________
Ann Marie Cummings
Clerk, City of Muskegon
MEETING EXCERPTS
Updated Staff Report
1. The ROW was been changed back to 66’. The revised site plan depicts the new 66” ROW.
2. The homes will have a minimum setback of 15’ from the front property lines. However, the
sidewalk is proposed 3’ feet from the property line, instead of the usual 1.5’. This will give
additional room for cars parked in the driveways so that they don’t hang over the sidewalks.
Lots 68 and 49 will technically have two front yards each. The front setback that does not
have the driveways will only be setback 9’ from the property line. The other front setback
with the driveways will have the normal 15’ setback from the property line.
3. The shoreline of the property will remain natural where possible, with rip rap added to
protect from erosion. The northeast edge of the shoreline does have a wooden wall (see
pictures) to protect from erosion. The plan calls to repair this wall.
4. A beach will be developed north of the pool. Natural sand will be used to develop the
beach. The applicant must work with DEQ and all necessary departments to obtain the
proper permits.
5. The ordinary high water mark is 584 feet. Some of the parcels near the water may be
located under 584, after the new grading, however, none of the homes will be located
under an elevation of 584 feet. The applicant must work with the DEQ and all necessary
departments for any permits that may become necessary.
6. A lift station is proposed for the sanitary sewer, which is located by lots 56 & 57.
7. A sidewalk is proposed on one side of the street, which meets the City Code of Ordinances
for new subdivisions. 25 deciduous trees are planned for the ROW on the opposite side of
the ROW from the sidewalk.
8. Maximum building heights will be 40 feet from the average grade height. The plan shows
that the site will be graded higher towards the back lots, so that they will also have views of
the lake.
9. The stormwater will be collected in perforated pipes, go through leaching basins and will
empty into the lake. The elevations of the property limit the types of on‐site storage
available for stormwater. Also, given the history of industrial use on the property, retention
ponds may not be the best idea. The applicant will have to work with the DEQ on a
stormwater release permit.
10. The plan proposes a rolled curb and gutter.
11. The plan should depict a fence and gate around the pool.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. ________________
CITY COMMISSION MEETING February 26, 2013
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Bryon L. Mazade, City Manager
DATE: February 20, 2013
RE: 2013–2014 City Commission Goals
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
To approve the attached list of goals for 2013-2014. This list is the result of the goals setting
session held on February 8, 2013.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Unknown at this time.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
None at this time.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the attached list of goals.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
The City Commission met on February 8, 2013 and identified the attached list of goals for
2013-2014.
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Proposed 2013-2014
City Commission Goals
1. Focus on Law Enforcement.
2. Transitional Planning (City Manager position).
2. Improvements/Development at Pere Marquette Park.
2. Working Relationships with Other Governments.
5. Code Enforcement.
5. Employment Diversity.
7. Re-Use of Melching Property.
7. Youth/Jobs Program.
9. Help Develop Youth Friendly Businesses.
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