Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, June 26, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.
Received petitions and communications.
Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
6) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held June 12, 2023.
7) One-year extension to the Municipal Recycling Curbside Collection Services contract with MMI of Mt. Pleasant, MI.
8) Contract with Gateway Refrigeration of Clare, MI for replacement of two boilers serving the Public Safety Building and accompanying budget amendment.
9) Payrolls and Warrants.
Awarded contract for Phase II WRRF upgrades to RCL Construction, of Sanford, MI and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the contract contingent on available financing and pending value engineering.
Approved and conducted closed session to consult with the city attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with City of Mt. Pleasant v Michelle Lange, et al, Court of Claims Case No. 23-000034-MB, because an open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the litigating or settlement position of the City.
Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Presentation of funds for Neighborhood Enhancement Program (NEP) by Loryn Smith of Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MHSDA).
Update from Jim McBryde of Middle Michigan Development (MMDC).
Consider approval of a contract with RCL Construction Co., Inc. for the Phase II Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) upgrades.
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.
If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall, or email their statement to comments@mt-pleasant.org.
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:
Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.
Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:
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.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, June 12, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.
Received petitions and communications.
Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
8) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held May 22, 2023.
9) 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
10) Resolution granting a nine-month extension of Rio’s Happy Tree’s conditional authorization.
11) Payrolls and Warrants.
Discussed possibility of a City information and engagement booth at the Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market. City Manager Desentz will work with staff to develop a plan.
Director of Planning & Community Development Manuela Powidayko gave a presentation and led a discussion on owner-occupied residential incentive program. Commission agrees to not bring back the program.
Nominating petitions for the office of City Commissioner are available at the Clerk’s office at City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Street, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. These petitions must contain no less than 50, and no more than 80 signatures of registered city voters.
Completed nominating petitions may be filed with the City Clerk starting Monday, June 26, 2023. The deadline to file is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
Two City Commission positions are available for the term January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2026. The terms of current Commissioners Brian Assmann and Brian Chapman are expiring December 31, 2023.
The city election will take place on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, May 22, 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:
6) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held May 8, 2023.
7) Appointed Employee Delegate and Officer Delegate to MERS annual meeting.
8) Confirmed appointment of Christine Witmer as City Treasurer and Christopher Saladine, Assistant Finance Director as Deputy Treasurer.
9) Amended contract for bond counsel and municipal financial advising services with Dickinson Wright and a revised contract with Bendzinski & Co.
10) Contract with Pro Surfaces of Harrison, MI as well as a budget amendment for the conversion of the existing tennis courts at Horizon Park to four pickleball courts.
11) Contract with Grand River Construction of Hudsonville, MI for the replacement of the M-20 Pedestrian Bridge.
12) Payrolls and Warrants.
Held a public hearing and adopted a Resolution for inclusion in the DWSRF program.
Held a public hearing and passed, ordained and ordered published Ordinance 1088, an Ordinance to amend Chapter 39: Human Rights of the City of Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances to match compliance with changes in State law regarding gender expression and religious freedoms.
Held a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). No action required at this time.
Held a work session discussion on sidewalk snow removal.
Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 22, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Presentation of the 2022 Community Improvement Awards.
Public hearing on the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) final project plan for Water Treatment Plant improvements and consider resolution approving the same and designate an authorized project representative.
Public hearing on an amendment to Chapter 39: Human Rights of the Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances and consider approval of the same.
Public hearing on 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
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.
If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall, or email their statement to comments@mt-pleasant.org.
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:
Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.
Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:
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.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, May 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Room, 320 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, Michigan with virtual options.
Approved the Agenda with the addition of the Oath of Office for Bryan Chapman.
Received petitions and communications.
Approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
13) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held April 24, 2023.
14) Contract with C & I Building Maintenance of Sparta, MI for roof restoration (Sections 6 & 7) on the Public Safety Building and approved payment for supplies through Tremco Manufacturing of Beachwood, OH.
15) Contract with Rocky Ridge Development LLC of Sylvania, OH for removal of lime residual.
16) Contract extension with Vredeveld Haefner for audit services.
17) Received proposed amendment to Chapter 39: Human Rights of the Mt. Pleasant Code of Ordinances and set a public hearing for Monday, May 22, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on same.
18) Set a public hearing for Monday, May 22, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. for public comment on the DWSRF final project plan for Water Treatment Plant improvements.
19) Amended Resolution for Development District License for China Master Restaurant, Inc.
20) Payrolls and Warrants.
Voted to make no change to the 2023 millage rate.
Held a work-session discussion on the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Presentation of the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Presentation on Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) project.
Consider whether a public hearing to adjust the 2023 millage rate should be held.
Presentation and discussion on 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
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.
If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall, or email their statement to comments@mt-pleasant.org.
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:
Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.
Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:
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.
Summary of Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held Monday, April 24, 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:
8) Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission held April 10, 2023.
9) Enhanced Access to Public Records Policy and resolution setting fees for same.
10) Payrolls and Warrants.
Held a public hearing and approved the resolution in support of the Public Gathering Spaces Initiative grant application.
Adopted the proposed 2024 goals and objectives with the addition of adopting a climate change plan.
Held a work session discussion on the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
Here are the topics to watch at the next in person, as well as virtual Mt. Pleasant City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 24, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Presentation recognizing 2023 Mt. Pleasant Citizens’ Academy participants.
2022 Annual Report from Jim McBryde of Middle Michigan Development Corporation.
Public hearing on the Public Gathering Spaces Initiative grant proposal as required by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and approve resolution for the same.
Consider adoption of 2024 Goals and Objectives.
Presentation and discussion of 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.
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.
If a virtual option becomes unavailable due to technical difficulties, the meeting will continue as scheduled. Residents who would like to provide a comment during the appropriate time are welcome to come to the meeting at City Hall, or email their statement to comments@mt-pleasant.org.
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:
Members of the public are asked to provide their name and address with any comments.
Comments/Questions may be sent ahead of the meeting, or during the meeting via email to comment@mt-pleasant.org. Comments sent via email will be read aloud to the Commission during the public comment period.
Individual commissioners can be contacted at the following email addresses:
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.
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