UPDATE: 4/25/2022 at 10 a.m.: All 150 slots have been filled.
The City is offering 150 households, within the City limits, up to 30 minutes of no fee brush chipping during the week of May 9, 2022. Brush chipping will be completed at curbside only, no alleys. Reservations will be accepted beginning April 25 at 8:00 a.m. until April 29 at 4:30 p.m. Reservations can be made online, or by calling the Division of Public Works, 989-779-5401.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, March 28, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.
Public Safety Director Paul Lauria introduced Krysta Carabelli who is joining the City as our Social Crisis Advocate in partnership with RISE, and thanked all those assisting in the creation of this position.
Received petitions and communications.
Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
5) Minutes of the special meeting of the City Commission held March 9, 2022.
6) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held March 14, 2022.
7) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held March 14, 2022.
8) Committed to purchase road salt for the 2022-2023 season through the State of Michigan MiDEAL Extended Purchasing Program.
9) MDOT Resolution authorizing the City Manager to approve a contract amendment for the approach slope clearing project at the Mt. Pleasant Airport.
10) Set a public hearing for Monday, April 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. to obtain public input on the MEDC Revitalization and Placemaking Grant proposal.
11) Set a public hearing for Monday, April 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. to obtain public input on the MEDC Public Gathering Spaces Grant application.
12) Warrants dated March 22, 2022 and Payrolls dated March 18, 2022.
Held a public hearing and approved the Resolution of Approval for the 2022 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant Application.
Approved the budget amendment to cover the addition of a Water Plant Operator for the remainder of 2022.
Denied Broadway Central for the May 2 – October 11, 2022 season and a budget amendment.
Approved the requested street closure for Richli, Inc. to hold an EDM concert on Saturday, September 17, 2022 on Court Street with conditions.
Approved submission of City requests for Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe two percent allocations with a summary of the Commission’s top priorities.
Approved the revised purchasing policy to enhance and streamline the purchasing process.
Received proposed amendment to Title XI: BUSINESS REGULATIONS, Chapter 112. Medical Marihuana Facilities of the Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to update standards for medical marihuana facilities and set a public hearing for Monday, April 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. on same.
Received proposed amendment to Title XI: BUSINESS REGULATIONS, Chapter 115.
Recreational Marihuana Establishments of the Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to update standards for adult-use marihuana establishments and set a public hearing for Monday, April 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. on same.
Made appointments to boards and commissions as recommended by the Appointments Committee.
Reappointed Corey Friedrich as the representative of the Planning Commission to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Conducted a work session discussion on MML Capital Conference learning.
Adjourned the meeting at 10:24 p.m.
For the 34th year in a row, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awarded Mt. Pleasant the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. GFOA established this recognition program in 1945 to encourage and assist state and local governments to go above the minimum requirements of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The award acknowledges municipalities that clearly communicate its financial story while motivating potential users and user groups to read the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAnFR).
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting. The CAnFR was prepared by the city’s dedicated Finance Division staff. Budget preparations that led to this award were spearheaded by Mary Ann Kornexl, Director of Finance and Chris Saladine, Assistant Director of Finance.
Enhanced services and partnerships, desirable neighborhoods, new housing options, public safety, sustainable infrastructure, recreational activities and more are highlighted in the City of Mt. Pleasant’s 2021 Annual Report. To view the detailed report visit: https://issuu.com/mtpleasantmi/docs/annual_report_2021_ae09cb3c5a079a
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Here are the topics to watch at the next in-person as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, January 10, 2022 at 7 p.m.
To view the entire meeting packet visit:
http://www.mt-pleasant.org/docs/board/city.commission/agendas/2022/1-10-22.pdf
How to follow public meetings virtually:
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the City Commission Meeting will be held in person in the City Chambers/City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street) with virtual attendance options as well. Non-voting participants may view the meeting live on the City’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MtPleasantMi/, on Spectrum Charter channel 188 or via Zoom.
Zoom Meeting instructions via computer, phone, or dial-in number are as follows:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89106544011?pwd=bEFkNFpqa0NyOUIwUmd0Q2E1SWprdz09
Meeting ID: 891 0654 4011
Passcode: 904615
Phone dial-in: (312) 626-6799
Audio and video will be muted for members of the public and then unmuted by the host during public comment periods.
For participants accessing via computer or smartphone please use the “Raise Your Hand” icon to indicate you would like to speak. First, click on the “Participants” icon at the bottom of your screen. Next, click on the “Raise Your Hand” icon near the bottom right corner of the screen.
To raise your hand for telephone dial-in participants, press *9.
Members of the public may be muted or removed if using abusive language or if they become disruptive to the meeting.
Virtual attendance to the meeting and participation during public comment periods will be conducted as follows:
Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:
Mary Alsager malsager@mt-pleasant.org
Brian Assmann bassmann@mt-pleasant.org
Elizabeth Busch ebusch@mt-pleasant.org
Olivia Cyman ocyman@mt-pleasant.org
Maureen Eke meke@mt-pleasant.org
Amy Perschbacher aperschbacher@mt-pleasant.org
George Ronan gronan@mt-pleasant.org
Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Human Resources office at (989) 779-5314. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the City through the Michigan Relay Center at 711. A 48-hour advance notice is necessary for accommodation.
In 2021, the city had $100,000 available for home exterior improvement projects. Of this sum, $60,000 was provided by the city and $30,000 was funded by a Michigan State Housing Development (MSHDA) grant. Due to the city’s previous success with this program, a ‘high achiever’ bonus of $10,000 was also awarded by MSHDA so additional projects could be completed.
Since the program’s inception in 2020, ten household improvement projects have been completed. Six in the city’s west side neighborhood bordered by the Chippewa River, Pickard Street, High Street/M-20 and the western city limits, and four in other areas of the city. An additional 2-3 projects are expected to be added due to the high-achiever bonus. Finished projects include roof repairs, porch and deck replacements, as well as window and door installations.
Accessory dwelling units (ADU’s) are small, secondary dwelling units located on the same lot as a larger, principal dwelling unit. They can be a detached structure in the backyard, an over-the-garage unit, or a space attached to the primary residence. The main home and ADU, also referred to as granny flats or in-law units, cannot be sold separately. The owner of the principal home is also the owner of the ADU.
ADU’s are built and have become an increasingly popular housing option because:
-They create additional housing supply and variety within existing residential neighborhoods.
-They increase housing affordability.
-They provide opportunities for multi-generational housing and/or aging-in-place.
-They generate supplementary income for homeowners.
There are currently 54 existing ADU’s in the City. This distinctive housing option can be created in the CD-4 zoning district by right, or created in the CD-3L or CD-3 zoning district with Planning Commission approval.
To make the ADU design process easy, and to assure these units meet all zoning guidelines, City staff has prepared example building plans for both stand-alone and over-the-garage ADU’s. These plans can also be adjusted by City staff to reflect the architectural details of primary dwellings.
To find out more about these units and view the building plans, call (989) 779-5347.
Summary of Minutes of the electronically conducted regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, October 25, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.
Received petitions and communications.
Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
1) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held October 11, 2021.
2) Minutes of the closed session of the City Commission held October 11, 2021.
3) Bid of Tokio Marine HCC for 2022 stop loss coverage insurance.
4) S.A. 2-21 Resolution #4 to set a public hearing for November 8, 2021 on the PSD special assessment roll.
5) Updates to the PACT Policies as presented.
6) Warrants and Payrolls.
Held a public hearing and approved Resolution for transfer of the IFT from Dayco to MAC LTT as presented. (CC Exh. 13-2021)
Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to sign the IFT Agreement with MAC LTT as presented.
Approved a budget allocation from the Unassigned Fund Balance for the purchase and operation of an outdoor ice rink.
Approved a budget amendment from the Motor Pool Fund Balance for the repairs for the vactor truck.
Held a work session discussion on potential pedal trolley ordinance.
Adjourned the meeting at 8:49 p.m.
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