Summary of Minutes of the City Commission Meeting – October 23, 2023

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, October 23, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Item #17 “Utility Billing” was added to the agenda.

Approved the agenda with the addition of Item #17.

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

4) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held October 9, 2023.

5) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held October 9, 2023.

6) Copier Lease Agreement with CMU.

7) Letter of support for MSHDA Neighborhood Enhancement Program application.

8) Designation of Powers Hall as Early Voting Center for all State and Federal elections beginning in 2024.

9) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a public hearing and approved the establishment of a PACE District.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1092, a PILOT Ordinance; Approved Resolution for Municipal Services Agreement and Approved Municipal Services Agreement.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1093, an Ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A District Standards of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances regarding driveway widths.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1094, an Ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A District Standards of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances regarding the ratio of houses versus garage at frontage.

Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1095, an Ordinance to amend Table 154.410.A Building and Lot Principal Use, Section 154.410.B Special Uses and Article VII of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances regarding institutional uses.

Approved contract with Fishbeck for professional services to update the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan and approved a budget amendment on same.

Reconsidered EV charging supplier recommendation and approved EV charging contract with EV Holdings.

Approved credit for the September late fee on the next utility bill.

Work Session discussion on 2024 Operating Budget.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:14 p.m.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – October 23, 2023

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Public hearing on the establishment of a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) District and approve resolution on the same.
Public hearing on the proposed PILOT ordinance and consider adoption of the same and resolution for the Municipal Services Agreement.
Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A District Standards: CD-4 General Urban and CD-5 Urban Center Character Districts of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances Regarding Driveway Widths and consider adoption of the same.
Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Table 154.410.A District Standards: CD-3L Sub-Urban Large, CD-3 Sub-Urban and CD-04 General Urban Character Districts of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances Regarding the Ratio of Houses Versus Garage at Frontage and consider adoption of the same.
Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Table 154.410.A Building and Lot Principal Use, Section 154.410.B Special Uses, and Article VII of the Mt. Pleasant Zoning Ordinances Regarding Institutional Uses and consider adoption of the same.
Discussion on the proposed 2024 Operating Budget.

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Mary Alsager malsager@mt-pleasant.org

Brian Assmann bassmann@mt-pleasant.org

Elizabeth Busch ebusch@mt-pleasant.org

Bryan Chapman bchapman@mt-pleasant.org

Maureen Eke meke@mt-pleasant.org

Amy Perschbacher aperschbacher@mt-pleasant.org

Boomer Wingard bwingard@mt-pleasant.org

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Garage Fire in the 1000 Block of South Crapo Street

On October 18, 2023 at 2:58 p.m., the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department (MPFD) was dispatched to a structure fire in the 1000 block of South Crapo Street.

Upon arrival to the scene, fire crews observed smoke coming from a residential duplex and brought the fire under control by 3:31 p.m. The duplex sustained light fire damage in the garage and eaves. Occupants were home at the time of the incident, but exited safely with no injuries sustained.

The cause of the fire was due to cigarette smoking in the area.

The Mt. Pleasant Fire Department was assisted by the Mt. Pleasant Police Department and Isabella County Central Dispatch.

Summary of Minutes of the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – 10/9/2023

Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, October 9, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.

Approved the agenda as presented.

Received petitions and communications.

Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:

7) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held September 25, 2023.

8) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held September 25, 2023.

9) Set a public hearing for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on the establishment of a PACE District and approved a resolution of intent.

10) Received a proposed PILOT program and set a public hearing for Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public comment on the matter.

11) Payrolls and Warrants.

Held a public hearing and read, passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1090, an Ordinance to amend Title IX: General Regulations, Chapter 98. Streets and Sidewalks §98.37 Snow and Ice Removal From Sidewalks of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant to require snow and ice removal from sidewalks 24 hours after a snow or ice event.

Held a public hearing and read, passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1091, an Ordinance to amend Title VII: Traffic Code, Chapter 71. Parking Regulations of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant to modify definitions, remove even/odd overnight parking system and establish a system for parking lot snow removal, provide reference to special parking arrangements for future ease of recall, and establish regulations for parking at electric car charging stations.

Approved a contract with T.H. Eifert to update the controls on the City Hall HVAC system and budget amendment for same.

Approved allocation of General Funds to continue to cover the costs for the Outdoor Ice Rink and approved a $2,000 budget amendment for a new liner.

Approved GM Dealer Community Charging Program Agreement as presented and direct staff to sign all necessary documents.

Conducted a Work Session discussion on weeds, tall grass and natural vegetation.

Approved and conducted a closed session pursuant to Section 8(1)(e) of the Open Meetings Act to consult with the City Attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with pending litigation.

Adjourned the meeting at 9:31 p.m.

Election Day Information

On November 7, 2023 an election will be held to elect two individuals to the Mt. Pleasant City Commission.

The candidates on the ballot are:

Brian Assmann

Bryan Chapman

Mike Kostrzewa

Grace Rollins

For detailed voter registration and ballot information visit www.mi.gov/vote.

Precinct Consolidation:

Please note precinct locations for the November 7, 2023 election.

Precincts 1 & 2: Ganiard Elementary School, 101 S. Adams
Precincts 3 & 4: Pullen Elementary School, 251 S. Brown
Precinct 5: Vowles Elementary School, 1560 S. Watson

Permanent Absentee Voters:

Permanent absentee voters have been mailed an application for a ballot. If you wish to vote in this election you must return the application by 5 p.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023. A ballot will then be mailed to you. Ballots can be mailed to the City Clerk’s office (320 W. Broadway Street) or placed in the ballot drop box located in the City Hall parking lot.

Absentee Voting:

For those not on the Permanent Absentee Voter list, you can submit a request for an absentee ballot to the City Clerk’s office by mail, or email (clerk@mt-pleasant.org). This must be completed by 5 p.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023.

Absentee voting at the Clerk’s Office began Thursday, September 28, 2023 during regular business hours. Additional hours are scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Monday, November 6, 2023 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Voter Registration:

If you are currently not registered to vote, you can register online at https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/ or mail in the voter registration application found online. This must be completed by October 23, 2023.

After October 23, 2023 voter registration will be available at the City Clerk’s office. Please bring a proof of residency and a photo ID. This can be done until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Election Day Information

Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Need a ride to and from the polls? I-Ride is offering free rides. Call (989) 772-9441 to schedule.

Topics to Watch at the Mt. Pleasant City Commission Meeting – 10/9/2023

Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, October 9, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Public hearing on an ordinance to amend the City Snow and Ice Removal from Sidewalks ordinance and consider approval of the same.
Public hearing on an ordinance to amend the City Parking Ordinance and consider approval of the same.
Consider allocating General Funds to continue to cover the costs for the Outdoor Ice Rink and if so, approve a $2,000 budget amendment for the same.
Weed and tall grass ordinance discussion.