Ann Arbor public meetings in 2023

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will review the 2024 meeting calendar and work plan for approval. The commission will also hold discussions regarding short-term rentals in Ann Arbor and security deposits. Additionally, members will discuss updates related to Chapter 105.

• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar
• Approval of the 2024 Renters Commission work plan
• Discussion regarding short-term rentals in Ann Arbor
• Discussion on security deposits and the Michigan Landlord Tenant Relationship Act
• Discussion regarding updates to Chapter 105

Commission on Disability Issues

The Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues is holding an electronic meeting to receive presentations from local disability service organizations and city staff. Members will also review old business, hear reports on organizational equity and personnel, and vote on the 2024 Partners in Access Subcommittee calendar. The agenda contains no proposed ordinances or budget changes.

• Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentations from Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled, Disability Network, and Partners In Access
• Updates on transportation services and U of M Council for Disability Concerns meetings
• Vote to approve the 2024 Partners in Access Subcommittee calendar (Item 23-2009)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is reviewing its 2024 Work Plan and the FY2025 Policy Agenda. Discussion items include TheRide's 2024 Millage Service Improvements Plan and the annual crash report.

• 2024 Work Plan discussion
• FY2025 Policy Agenda discussion
• TheRide's 2024 Millage Service Improvements Plan discussion
• Annual Crash Report review

City Planning Commission

The commission will consider a site plan for a 202-unit residential building at 333 East William Street. Members will also discuss amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding transportation impact analysis requirements.

• Site plan for 333 East William Street, a 16-story, 202-unit residential building
• Amendments to Unified Development Code sections regarding Transportation Impact Analyses
• Written communications regarding Ann Arbors Place and 2280 Packard Street

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including infrastructure projects, professional service agreements, and insurance renewals. The meeting includes a large public commentary period regarding various community topics.

• Sale of South Parcel of Maisel Buy-Protect-Sell Property for $204,000.00
• Sale of North Parcel of Maisel Buy-Protect-Sell Property for $122,000.00
• Construction contract with Erie Construction LLC for Barton Nature Area Border to Border Trail Project ($1,287,382.00)
• Construction contract with C.A. Hull Co., Inc. for East Medical Center Drive Bridge Rehabilitation and Widening Project ($10,173,757.03)
• Contract with E.T. MacKenzie Company for Hilltop Dr. sanitary sewer repairs ($224,812.20)

Human Rights Commission

The Ann Arbor Human Rights Commission will approve minutes from its November meeting, discuss internal business, review ongoing commission projects, and address a trespass follow-up. This agenda is procedural and contains only administrative updates; no substantive policy decisions, contracts, or rezonings are scheduled.

• Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Follow-up on outside group and ongoing Human Rights Commission work
• Trespass follow-up item

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will hold a work session featuring presentations on building electrification in Cambridge, MA and research regarding legacy utility costs. The commission will also review its bylaws.

• Presentation: Building Electrification in Cambridge, MA by Quinton Zondervan
• Presentation: Legacy Utility Costs research by Catherine Hausman
• Review of Energy Commission Bylaws

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will discuss transportation projects funding and competing demands. The committee will also consider requests for new ordinances.

• Transportation Projects Funding and Competing Demands
• Consideration for New Ordinance Requests
• Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a planning session to discuss several city services. Topics include an update on 2024 elections, the Water Treatment Plant Strategic Plan, an economic development report, and University of Michigan planning.

• 2024 Elections Update
• Water Treatment Plant Strategic Plan
• Economic Development Report
• University of Michigan (U-M) Planning

Election Commission

The Election Commission is considering resolutions to consolidate precincts for the 2024 election cycle. The agenda also includes proposals to delegate certain duties to the City Clerk and to establish boards for counting absent voter ballots for the February 27, 2024, presidential primary.

• Resolution to consolidate precincts effective for the 2024 election cycle
• Resolution delegating certain Election Commission duties to the City Clerk or authorized assistant
• Resolution to establish absent voter counting and receiving boards for the February 27, 2024, presidential primary

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The LDFA meeting includes items regarding a grant process and a Tech Fiber Project refund. The provided agenda does not contain specific details or proposed actions for these items.

• Grant Process (23-1818)
• Tech Fiber Project Refund (23-1819)

Council Liquor License Review Committee

The Council Liquor License Review Committee will meet to consider a resolution regarding a Downtown Development District liquor license. The committee will also review the annual renewal process.

• Resolution to recommend approval of a Downtown Development District liquor license for Michigan Theater Foundation, Inc.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to discuss several fiscal year 2023 audit items. These include discussions regarding the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, the DDA, and the City of Ann Arbor Annual Financial Report.

• Ann Arbor Housing Commission Audit - FY 2023
• DDA Audit - FY 2023
• City of Ann Arbor Annual Financial Report - FY 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning ordinances and construction contracts. The agenda includes a discussion on potential bonding for affordable housing millage revenue and various public hearings regarding land use.

• Construction contract with Commercial Contracting Corporation for UV Disinfection System Replacement: $5,030,600.00
• Amendment to Black & Veatch Ltd of Michigan for UV Disinfection System Replacement: $493,969.00
• Appropriation of $346,000.00 in developer contributions for SCOOT Expansion Project
• Construction contract with E.T. MacKenzie Company for on-call services: $500,000.00
• U.S. Department of Energy grant for Bryant Community Center: $182,360.00

City Council

The City Council will conduct a special work session to interview candidates for the position of Police Chief. Four candidates are scheduled for interviews throughout the morning.

• Police Chief interview: Andre Anderson at 8:30 a.m.
• Police Chief interview: Eric Hawkins at 9:30 a.m.
• Police Chief interview: Carmelin Rivera at 10:30 a.m.
• Police Chief interview: Kyra Joy Hope at 11:30 a.m.

Environmental Commission

The commission will review a proposed resolution supporting a phase 2 feasibility study of municipalization. Members will also continue discussing annual policy recommendations for the City Council's 2024 agenda.

• Review and vote on the 2024 meeting calendar
• Presentation on PFAS by Vice-chairperson Steve Brown
• Discussion of resolution supporting a Phase 2 Feasibility Study of Municipalization
• Continued discussion of Annual Environmental Commission Policy Recommendations

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The Independent Community Police Oversight Commission is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the position of Police Chief. The candidates scheduled for interviews are Andre Anderson, Eric Hawkins, Carmelin Rivera, and Kyra Joy Hope.

• Police Chief interviews: Andre Anderson
• Police Chief interviews: Eric Hawkins
• Police Chief interviews: Carmelin Rivera
• Police Chief interviews: Kyra Joy Hope

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The commission will review October 2023 meeting minutes and the 2024 commission calendar. Committee reports from Policy, Training, Outreach, and Information Manager will be presented. The agenda also includes a review of updated draft complaint and finding letters.

• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of the 2024 commission calendar
• Review of Outreach Committee meeting notes
• Review of Information Manager review process draft
• Review of updated complaint letter drafts

Park Advisory Commission

The Commission will consider resolutions recommending a cost-sharing agreement with Washtenaw County for the Barton Nature Area Border to Border Trail Project. Members will also review a recommended construction contract with Erie Construction for the same trail. Additionally, updates on the Leslie Science & Nature Center and West Park Bandshell are scheduled.

• Resolution recommending cost allocation for the Barton B2B Trail Project
• Resolution recommending a construction contract with Erie Construction for the Barton B2B Trail
• Leslie Science & Nature Center update
• West Park Bandshell engagement update

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including solar energy installations, water main easements, and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes a public hearing on rezoning 5.23 acres of vacant land on Traver Road.

• Zoning change for 5.23 acres of vacant land on Traver Road
• Purchase of seven Western Star swap loader chassis and eleven bodies for $2,384,164.69
• Construction contract with Saladino Construction Co., Inc. up to $358,452.00
• HUD grant for solar, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging of $2,500,000.00
• Subrecipient agreement with Midwest Geothermal, LLC for $97,000.00

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will meet to review the August 17, 2023, meeting minutes and consider a variance request for 311 East Liberty. The agenda includes provisions for public commentary and call to order procedures.

• Variance request for 311 East Liberty, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104

Budget and Labor Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the December 7, 2022, meeting and hold a closed session regarding strategies for negotiating collective bargaining agreements. Public commentary is also scheduled.

• Closed session for collective bargaining agreement negotiation strategy
• Approval of December 7, 2022, meeting minutes

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission will hear several special presentations regarding community organizations and city updates. The body will also review the 2024 calendars for the Commission and the Partners In Access Subcommittee.

• Downtown Development Authority presentation
• Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled presentation
• Disability Network (Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston) presentation
• Partners in Access/Community Engagement recruiting activity update
• 2024 Commission on Disability Issues calendar review

Transportation Commission

The commission will review the 2024 meeting calendar and work plan. Discussion items include a curbside management study, a downtown circulation study, and an annual report on fatal and severe injury crashes.

• 2024 Calendar of Meeting Dates
• Curbside Management Study
• Downtown Area Circulation Study
• 2022 Summary of Fatal and Severe Injury Crashes

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee will review airport operations, fuel usage, and hangar occupancy reports. Discussion includes an environmental assessment project update and noise abatement program information.

• Airport Operations through September, 2023
• Airport Fuel Usage through September, 2023
• Airport Hangar Occupancy through October, 2023
• Project Update - Environmental Assessment
• Voluntary Noise Abatement Program Brochure

Housing Commission

The Ann Arbor Housing Commission will review resolutions to approve 2024 operating budgets for Swift Lane, Maple Tower, River Run, and West Arbor. The commission will also consider audits for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.

• FY24 operating budgets for Swift Lane, Maple Tower, River Run, and West Arbor
• Ann Arbor Housing Commission Audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Colonial Oaks Audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Executive Director Report

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will receive a presentation on the A2ZERO Home Energy Advisor Pilot. The meeting also includes a review of commission bylaws and a report from the Environmental Commission.

• A2ZERO Home Energy Advisor Pilot presentation
• Review of Energy Commission Bylaws
• Work Group update
• 2024 Meeting Calendar review
• Report from the Environmental Commission

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will review the agenda and minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting. The committee will also address unfinished business regarding the 2024 Council Calendar.

• Approval of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of the 2024 Council Calendar

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will review presentations regarding Washtenaw Continuum of Care data and the Winter Shelter Task Force. Members are also scheduled to vote on the 2024 workplan, meeting calendar, and elections.

• Adoption of 2024 Workplan
• Washtenaw Continuum of Care Data Review presentation
• Winter Shelter Task Force presentation
• Adoption of 2024 HHSAB Meeting Calendar
• Board elections

Ann Arbor Public Art Commission

The commission is reviewing several ongoing art initiatives, including the parks Bicentennial Mural Project. Updates were provided on mural timelines, manhole art castings, and vinyl artwork reproductions.

• Parks Bicentennial Mural Project presentation by Manual Montoya
• Murals That Bridge restoration and mural work placed on hold until spring 2024
• UM Prison Creative Arts Project donation involving triptych panels
• Public Works manhole art final castings
• Installation of 'They Will All Be Dreaming' ceiling mural in Council Chambers

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several professional service agreements, including a $1 million drainage analysis for gravel roads. The meeting also includes discussions regarding downtown public restrooms and updates to local zoning ordinances.

• $1,000,000 contract with Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. for gravel road drainage analysis
• Up to $500,000 contract with THRONE Labs, Inc. for downtown public restrooms
• $164,633.21 purchase order for Council Chambers audio/video technology upgrades
• Rezoning of 8.3 acres at 900 Briarwood Circle from Parking to Business Service District
• $261,951.79 purchase order for courtroom technology in the 15th District Court

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority will review several administrative and financial reports. Discussion items include the Tech Park Fiber Project and a conflict of interest policy.

• LDFA Administrative Report - 1st Quarter FY 2024
• SPARK Quarterly Report - 1st Quarter FY 2024
• Smartzone Financial Report - 1st Quarter FY 2024
• Tech Park Fiber Project status memo
• DDA Conflict of Interest Policy discussion

Environmental Commission

The Commission will continue its annual review of the commission's bylaws. Members will also discuss proposed policy recommendations intended for City Council consideration in the 2024 Legislative and Policy Agenda.

• Presentation: Urban Bird Safety by Heidi Trudell
• Annual Review of Environmental Commission Bylaws
• Annual Environmental Commission Policy Recommendations
• Staff Updates for the Environmental Commission

City Council

The City Council work session includes a discussion regarding housing and homelessness. The session involves reviewing various reports including budgeted millage funds and homeless response data.

• Discussion of FY22 to FY24 Budgeted Millage funds
• Review of 2023 HUD Continuum of Care Homeless Funding Report
• Review of July 2023 Homeless Response Data

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will discuss several topics including landlords asking tenants to act as agents and municipal electricity. The meeting also includes discussions on the right to counsel and inspection fines.

• Discussion: Landlords asking tenants to act as agents
• Discussion/Motion: Municipal Electricity
• Discussion: Right to Counsel
• Discussion: Inspection Fines
• Plan for November 16, 2023 Renters Commission Meeting

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission on Disability Issues will hear presentations from various disability organizations and city departments. The agenda includes updates on transportation, community engagement, and recruiting activity. Members will also address reported sidewalk accessibility gaps.

• Introduction of new commission candidate Schmerl
• Discussion regarding sidewalk accessibility gaps and city staff response
• Updates from the Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled and Disability Network
• Reports from the Director of Organizational Equity and City Personnel

Transportation Commission

The commission will consider a Road Diet Resolution and review the Annual Crash Report. The meeting includes a presentation on Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC). Public comment will address topics such as bike parking on State St. and lane reallocations.

• Road Diet Resolution
• Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC) presentation
• Annual Crash Report review
• Public comments regarding bike parking on State St. and lane reallocations

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will consider several resolutions regarding the Housing Voucher Administrative Plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a HUD grant application and a review of the FY24 agency-wide operating budget.

• Public Hearing on City of Ann Arbor’s Grant Application to HUD’s Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing
• Resolution to amend Housing Voucher Administrative Plan Chapter 6: Income and Subsidy Determinations
• Resolution to approve amended FY24 Payment Standard for AAHC Voucher Programs
• Resolution to amend Housing Voucher Administrative Plan Chapter 15: Special Housing Types: Homeownership
• Resolution to approve amended FY24 Ann Arbor Housing Commission Agency-Wide Operating Budget

City Planning Commission

The commission will discuss a planned unit development amendment for 3520 Green Court and a building addition at 3874 Research Park Drive. Additionally, the body will review a proposal to construct a new credit union building at 2935 Plymouth Road.

• 3520 Green Court: PUD text amendment to expand permitted uses to include medical/dental offices and multi-family housing
• 3874 Research Park Drive: Phase II proposal for a 110,800-sq ft building addition and 77 new parking spaces
• 2935 Plymouth Road: Proposal to demolish an office building for a 4,790-sq ft credit union building
• 2023-2024 City Planning Commission Work Program discussion
• Letter of support for City application for HUD PRO Housing Grant Funds

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.9 million sewer lining project and MDOT expansion. The agenda also includes decisions on rezoning land on Traver Road and establishing early voting locations for 2024. Additionally, the council will consider the purchase of two electric refuse trucks.

• $2,989,659 contract with SAK Construction, LLC for the 2023 Sewer Lining Project
• Rezoning of 5.23 acres on Traver Road to Public Land District
• $1,737,765 contract with MDOT for the 2023 SCOOT Expansion Project
• $1,483,601.78 purchase of two automated side load EV refuse trucks
• Approval of early voting center locations for the 2024 election cycle

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will conduct a regular meeting including roll call, public comment, and approval of previous minutes. The agenda includes business updates and a City Council member update.

• Approval of July 13, 2023 and September 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Business and updates discussion

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct public hearings regarding proposed additions and patio work at several properties. The commission will also review an application for a historic marker at 1003 West Liberty Street.

• Front yard patio at 204 N Fourth Ave
• Rebuild and addition at 215 S Main
• Rear addition at 331 E Ann
• Addition and garage alteration at 526 Detroit St
• Historic marker application for 1003 West Liberty Street

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review previous meeting minutes and follow up on various group projects. The commission is also scheduled to discuss identifying LGBTQ+ human rights needs.

• Review of July 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• Follow up on outside group work
• Discussion of LGBTQ+ human rights needs

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a working session to begin the 23-1664 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of the draft Public Participation and Communication Plan.

• 23-1664 Comprehensive Plan - Planning Commission Kick-off
• Draft A2CP Public Participation and Communication Plan

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will review the Energy Options Analysis Report, which includes survey results and a draft renewable energy report. The commission is also discussing the formation of a work group to investigate gas in buildings and the transition to electrification.

• Presentation of Energy Options Analysis Report
• Formation of work group regarding gas in buildings and electrification transition
• Report from Environmental Commission

City Council

The City Council and Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will conduct a joint annual work session. The agenda is limited to this single work session item. No other specific topics or decisions are listed for discussion.

• Joint City/Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Annual Work Session

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will receive an update on emergency management sheltering from Fire Chief Kennedy. The meeting also includes evaluations for the City Attorney and City Administrator. A closed session is scheduled to discuss labor negotiations, real property, and pending litigation.

• Emergency Management Sheltering Update from Fire Chief Kennedy
• City Attorney Evaluation
• City Administrator Evaluation
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations strategy and real property

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The commission will review a staff report, budget, and Buy-Protect-Sell proposals. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss land acquisition.

• Buy-Protect-Sell Proposals Presentation
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan and rezoning for 900 Briarwood Circle to replace the existing Sears store with a grocery store, sporting goods store, and 354 residential units. The commission will also review a site plan for a new Taco Bell at 1655 Plymouth Road and discuss amendments to the Planning Commission By-Laws.

• Rezoning of 8.29 acres at 900 Briarwood Circle from Parking District to Commercial
• Site plan for a 57,649 sq. ft. grocery store and 100,000 sq. ft. sporting goods store
• Construction of 354 multi-family residential units at 900 Briarwood Circle
• Site plan for a new Taco Bell restaurant at 1655 Plymouth Road
• Amendments to the Planning Commission By-Laws

Election Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss polling place relocations and early voting center locations. Items include agreements with libraries and the University of Michigan regarding EV sites.

• Relocation of Precinct 4-32 to the University of Michigan Coliseum
• Relocation of Precincts 4-33 and 3-24 to the Ann Arbor Senior Center
• Approval of locations for Early Voting Centers for State and National Elections
• Agreement with Libraries for EV sites
• Agreement with UM for EV and satellite sites

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a $4.18 million construction contract for the Gallup Park Vehicle and Pedestrian Bridge. The agenda also includes a resolution to encourage DTE to improve grid reliability by burying power lines. Other items involve vehicle purchases and budget increases.

• $4,184,015.40 construction contract for the Gallup Park Vehicle and Pedestrian Bridge
• Resolution to encourage DTE to develop a process for burying power lines
• $1,140,971.00 agreement for Pittsfield Village Improvements Project engineering services
• $853,825.00 purchase of vehicles from Lunghamer Ford
• $699,110.00 increase to the FY24 Planning Department General Fund budget

City Planning Commission

The Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the selection process for the 23-1650 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. The agenda includes a review of selection criteria provided in an attached memo.

• Selection process for the 23-1650 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The LDFA will conduct elections for officers and committees for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes the presentation of the FY22-23 Annual Report and reports from the Chair and Treasurer.

• Election of Officers and Committees for FY2024
• Review of LDFA Annual Report FY22-23
• Approval of August 2023 Meeting Minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hear a presentation regarding the background, purpose, vision, and plan for a citywide returnable containers program. Commissioners will also continue their annual review of the commission bylaws by reviewing suggested amendments.

• Presentation: Path to Citywide Returnables (23-1617)
• Annual Review of Environmental Commission Bylaws (23-1280)
• Staff Updates for the Environmental Commission (23-1618)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review requests for property variances and structural alterations. This includes an application for an accessory dwelling unit at 700 Pauline Boulevard and changes to a rental property at 1033 East University Avenue. A planting variance request for 416 Long Shore Drive has been withdrawn.

• Variance for garage addition and ADU at 700 Pauline Boulevard
• Structural alterations to increase bedroom count at 1033 East University Avenue
• Withdrawn planting variance request for 416 Long Shore Drive

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will continue discussions on drive-through facilities under item 23-1620. The agenda includes a review of staff memos and comparisons with ordinances from other cities.

• Continued discussion regarding drive-throughs (23-1620)
• Communication to the Ordinance Revisions Committee (23-1621)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special work session to review the Energy Options Analysis Report. This presentation includes survey results and an analysis of energy options from the Sustainability and Innovations Unit.

• Energy Options Analysis Report

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee will meet to approve the August 28, 2023, draft meeting minutes. Deputy City Administrator John Fournier will provide a legislative update.

• Approval of August 28, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Legislative update by Deputy City Administrator John Fournier

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will meet to review a variance application for 311 East Liberty. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from August 17, 2023.

• Variance request for 311 East Liberty, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission will review new candidate applications and hear several special presentations. The agenda also includes reports from city personnel, the chair, and various community organizations.

• Introduction of new commission candidates (Chambers and Packard)
• CareYaya Ann Arbor presentation
• Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled presentation
• Disability Network presentation
• Subminimum wage resolution discussion

Transportation Commission

The commission will review a draft resolution regarding bike and pedestrian access at US-23. Members will also discuss proposed amendments to the Transportation Commission Bylaws and the Grandview Traffic Calming plan.

• Bike/ped crossings and US-23 access resolution
• Transportation Commission Bylaws Amendment
• Grandview Traffic Calming final plan
• Speed Management Program updates
• Road Reconfigurations and Road Diets discussion

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports on airport operations, fuel usage, and hangar occupancy. Discussion includes an environmental assessment update and a draft Airport Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also covers updates to airport rules and regulations.

• Draft Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Update to Airport Rules & Regulations
• Environmental Assessment project update
• Voluntary Noise Abatement Program Brochure
• Reports on airport operations and hangar occupancy

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is reviewing several proposed amendments to the Housing Voucher Administrative Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the FY24 Payment Standard for voucher programs and an Executive Director report.

• Amendment to Housing Voucher Administrative Plan Chapter 6: Income and Subsidy Determinations
• Amended FY24 Payment Standard for Ann Arbor Housing Commission Voucher Programs
• Amendment to Housing Voucher Administrative Plan Chapter 15: Special Housing Types: Homeownership
• Amendment to Housing Voucher Administrative Plan Temporary Policy Supplement: Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV)
• Executive Director Report including financial results and millage funding

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission will review several project updates and resolutions. Key items include a recommendation for a construction contract at Gallup Park and amendments to professional services agreements.

• Resolution recommending a $4,184,015.40 contract with Anlaan Corporation for the Gallup Park vehicle and pedestrian bridge
• Resolution recommending Amendment #2 for Wade Trim
• Resolution recommending Amendment #1 to the ROWE Professional Services Company agreement ($331,000 amendment; $781,000 total)
• Project Grow update presentation
• Ann Arbor Senior Center update presentation

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, including a rezoning for a 604-unit development on Dhu Varren Road. The commission will also consider changes to the Unified Development Code regarding floor area ratios and updates to the Green Court PUD. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on annexing property on Riverside Drive and planning for a new Comprehensive Plan.

• Rezoning 5.9 acres at 1710 Dhu Varren Road for a 604-unit residential development
• Amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding floor area ratio (FAR) standards
• Text amendment for 3520 Green Court to allow medical, dental, and multi-family uses
• Annexation and rezoning of 0.74 acres at 3701-3713 Riverside Drive
• Notice of intent to plan a new Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including street closings for the Ann Arbor Marathon and traffic calming installations. The agenda also includes a $3,000,000 HUD grant for the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation and various professional service amendments.

• Traffic calming devices on Baldwin Avenue ($35,000)
• Traffic calming devices on Manchester Road ($35,000)
• Barton Dam Right Embankment Remediation Project amendment ($140,080.00)
• HUD Grant for Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation ($3,000,000.00)
• Sale of 350 S. Fifth to Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation ($6,200,000.00)

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will review updates on the West Park Oaks, South Maple, and Old 4th Ward projects. Discussions include a tree planting project at Buhr Park and an Oak Wilt memo regarding Bird Hills Natural Area. The meeting also includes committee chair elections.

• Buhr Park Tree Planting Project
• West Park Oaks Project Update
• South Maple Project Update
• Old 4th Ward Project Update
• Committee Chair Elections

The committee approved funding of up to $4,550 for the Buhr Park Tree Planting Project. It denied the Old Fourth Ward Project because the requested trees have already been planted and will be pruned in routine cycles. Richard Wieland was elected chair of the committee for a two‑year term. The meeting was adjourned at 11:06 AM.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Funded Buhr Park Tree Planting Project, not to exceed $4,550.00 (unanimous)
• Denied Old Fourth Ward Project (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to EDFC Project Proposal Form (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Wieland as committee chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:06 AM (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will hold a working session to discuss conceptual plans for two Planned Unit Development pre-petition conferences. The meeting includes presentations regarding a 450-apartment project at 228 Packard and a 24-story mixed-use building at 125 S Main.

• Pre-petition conference for 228 Packard PUD proposing approximately 450 apartments
• Pre-petition conference for 125 S Main PUD proposing a 24-story building with hotel and retail space
• Review of communications regarding the 125 S Main proposal

Council Administration Committee

The committee will review evaluations for the City Attorney and City Administrator. The meeting also includes updates regarding the AAATA and DDA council calendars and work sessions.

• City Attorney Evaluation
• City Administrator Evaluation
• AAATA & DDA Regular Updates

The Council Administration Committee approved starting the evaluation processes for the City Attorney and City Administrator via surveys. The committee also moved to revise the 2023 Council Calendar to include additional work sessions in September and October.

• Approved starting City Attorney evaluation process via surveys
• Approved starting City Administrator evaluation process via surveys
• Approved Resolution to Revise 2023 Council Calendar for September 18 agenda

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including updates to the Unified Development Code and medical marijuana regulations. The agenda also includes a site plan and rezoning request for 1601 S. State Street.

• Rezoning and site plan approval for 1601 S. State Street (South Town)
• Appropriation of $6,200,000 from the sale of 350 S. Fifth to Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation
• Land and water conservation grant application for Buhr Park Ice Arena with $500,000 matching funds
• Amendment to Moore & Bruggink, Inc. contract for a Biodigester Feasibility Study ($88,130.00)
• Street closings for Little Amal - The Walk on September 23, 2023

City Council approved a consent agenda including a $6.2 million appropriation for the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and easements. Four public hearings were held and closed regarding zoning, energy disclosure, and marijuana facility ordinances.

• Appropriated $6,200,000 from the sale of 350 S. Fifth to Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 in local matching funds for Buhr Park Ice Arena improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $1,490,903.36 total contract for 2022 Valve Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved $585,716.91 Cityworks License, Maintenance and Support Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of ice control salt from Detroit Salt Company LC totaling $281,860.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $129,786.00 contract for Biodigester Feasibility Study - Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $78,195.85 support agreement with BSB Communications, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved street closings for 'The Little Amal - The Walk' on September 23, 2023 (unanimous)

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is scheduled to review legislative updates and funding request strategies. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Driving Equity Ordinance and non-motorized safe crossings on the Amtrak Michigan Line.

• Driving Equity Ordinance
• Non-motorized safe crossings on the Amtrak Michigan Line
• Legislative update and funding request strategy

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 15, 2023 minutes. Members discussed state and federal legislative activity, federal earmark funding strategies, and safety for non-motorized crossings on the Amtrak Michigan Line.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Commission will discuss the role of the new Environmental Services Manager position currently being hired. Commissioners will also perform an annual review of the commission bylaws and finalize 2023-2024 working groups.

• Overview of the Environmental Services Manager role
• Annual review of Environmental Commission Bylaws
• Finalization of 2023-2024 Commissioner Workgroups
• Staff updates from Sean Reynolds

The commission established a new Biodiversity Working Group and determined membership for all 2023-2024 working groups. Members also discussed potential changes to the commission's bylaws.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved 05.25.23 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved 06.22.23 meeting minutes unanimously
• Created new Biodiversity Working Group
• Determined membership for 2023-2024 working groups

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority is reviewing several end-of-year reports. The meeting includes discussions on marketing metrics, grant processes, and the election of officers for fiscal year 2024.

• SmartZone Financial Report - 4th Quarter FY 2023
• SPARK 4th Quarter Report FY 2023
• SPARK Financial Statement Audit
• a2Tech360 Marketing Metrics Discussion
• Election of Officers and Committees - FY2024

The Board approved the meeting minutes from April 27 and June 22, 2023. Several financial and administrative reports were received and filed, and the election of officers and committees for FY2024 was postponed.

• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Postponed election of Officers and Committee members to September 28, 2023
• Received and filed SmartZone Financial Report - 4th Quarter FY 2023
• Received and filed SPARK 4th Quarter Report FY 2023
• Received and filed LDFA Administrative Report - 4th Quarter FY 2023
• Received and filed Major Events Metrics Discussion

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will conduct evaluations for the City Attorney and City Administrator. The committee will also discuss council travel and upcoming work sessions.

• City Attorney Evaluation
• City Administrator Evaluation
• Council Travel
• Council Calendar and Work Sessions

The committee held discussions regarding elected official travel policies and the evaluation process for the City Attorney and City Administrator. No substantive policy changes or contracts were decided during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Requested benchmarking for elected official travel policies from City Administrator
• Directed City Attorney to proceed with Amy Cell for evaluation timeline
• Directed City Administrator to proceed with Amy Cell for evaluation timeline

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including the $6.2 million sale of 350 S. Fifth to the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation. The agenda also includes public hearings on rezoning parcels and a new home energy rating disclosure ordinance.

• Sale of 350 S. Fifth for $6,200,000
• Rezoning 11 parcels on Newport Road, Bird Road, and Victoria Circle
• Purchase of two Toro Groundsmaster mowers for $129,865.84
• $652,453 award for Ann Arbor Climate Corps AmeriCorps program
• $527,900 agreement for I.T. services with Oakland County

City Council approved the sale of 350 S. Fifth to the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation and confirmed three commission appointments. The council also approved several street closures, equipment purchases, and a settlement regarding national opiate litigation.

• Approved sale of 350 S. Fifth to Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation for $6,200,000.00
• Approved participation in National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement against Walgreens
• Confirmed appointments of Mark Hanss (Energy Commission), Julie Weatherbee (Planning Commission), and Sadira Clark (Zoning Board of Appeals)
• Approved $652,453.00 award for Ann Arbor Climate Corps AmeriCorps program
• Approved $527,900.00 for I.T. services agreement with Oakland County for CLEMIS
• Approved $129,865.84 purchase of two Toro Groundsmaster 7210 mowers and accessories
• Approved $250,000.00 agreement with Washtenaw County for Swift Run Creek stormwater improvements
• Approved Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Central at Stadium Blvd - 2060 West Stadium

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee is meeting to discuss a proposal for oak tree treatments at West Park. The business item involves a quote from Guardian Tree Experts.

• West Park Oak Treatment - Guardian Tree Experts quote

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee approved a quote from Guardian Tree Experts to treat three oak trees in West Park. The meeting was conducted electronically and adjourned after the approval of the agenda and the tree treatment quote.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $1,074.00 Guardian Tree Experts quote for treatment of three oaks in West Park (unanimous)

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will consider a variance application for 2398 Veridian Circle, Unit 10. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting.

• Variance request for 2398 Veridian Circle, Unit 10
• Approval of July 20, 2023, meeting minutes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct public hearings regarding proposed changes in the OWSHD. These items include a patio fence screen, a rear addition, and a garage addition with an accessory building. The commission will also review meeting minutes from June and July 2023.

• Hearing for patio fence screen at 122 S Seventh
• Hearing for rear addition at 202 S Seventh
• Hearing for garage addition and accessory building at 536 Sixth
• Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic District Commission granted certificates of appropriateness for three separate projects involving fences, additions, and accessory buildings. The commission also postponed the approval of minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved patio, fence, and porch work at 122 S Seventh (4-0)
• Approved mudroom addition at 202 S Seventh with foundation and railing conditions (4-0)
• Approved garage addition and accessory building at 536 Sixth (3-0)
• Postponed approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Postponed approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Transportation Commission

The commission is reviewing final plans and resolutions for traffic calming on Baldwin (Packard to Stadium) and Manchester (Buckingham to Needham). Members will also discuss a draft Traffic Calming Resolution and an amendment to the commission's bylaws. The meeting includes a discussion of the Transportation Asset Management Plan.

• Baldwin (Packard to Stadium) traffic calming plan and resolution
• Manchester (Buckingham to Needham) traffic calming plan and resolution
• Review of Traffic Calming Resolution draft
• Bylaws Amendment discussion
• Transportation Asset Management Plan discussion

The Commission recommended a new neighborhood traffic calming program and two specific project installations to City Council. A proposed amendment to the commission's bylaws regarding member age was defeated.

• Recommended approval of Baldwin Avenue traffic calming (Packard to Stadium) for $35,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Manchester Road traffic calming (Buckingham to Needham) for $35,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of resolution to adopt an improved Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program (7-1)
• Defeated recommendation to change bylaws to require one member be 55 years of age or older (Unanimous)

Park Advisory Commission

The commission will review a resolution to appoint members to the Skatepark Advisory Committee. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding land acquisition and updates on natural area preservation, parks projects, and facilities.

• Resolution appointing Skatepark Advisory Committee members
• Natural Area Preservation update
• Parks project status update
• Parks planning project update
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition

The Park Advisory Commission recommended the city acquire approximately 1.06 acres of property. The commission also approved the appointment of Skatepark Advisory Committee members.

• Approved Resolution 23-1372 appointing Skatepark Advisory Committee members (unanimous)
• Recommended city acquisition of fee title to approximately 1.06 acres of property in Application ID 2023-05 (unanimous)
• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Ann Arbor City Planning Commission on August 15, 2023, was cancelled. No business or public hearings were conducted.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a special work session regarding police leadership. This session includes interviews for the position of Police Chief.

• Police Chief Candidate Interviews (23-1362)

City Council held a special work session to interview four candidates for the position of Chief of Police. No appointments or other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Interviewed Latesha Watson for Chief of Police
• Interviewed Christopher Hassig for Chief of Police
• Interviewed Marcus Dudley for Chief of Police
• Interviewed Nathaniel Clark for Chief of Police

City Planning Commission

The Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to review applications for the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. The agenda also includes public comment and communications to the committee.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee applications

Community Events Funds Committee

The committee will address new business regarding the FY24 Community Events Fund. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from July 18, 2022.

• FY24 Community Events Fund
• Approval of July 18, 2022, committee minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 18, 2022. Members held a discussion regarding the FY24 Community Events Fund. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will hold a roundtable discussion regarding Ann Arbor's grid availability. The meeting also includes a presentation on the city's 2022 community-wide greenhouse gas inventory.

• Roundtable discussion on Ann Arbor's Grid Availability featuring Seth Guikema and Michael Witkowski
• Presentation of the 2022 Ann Arbor Community-wide Greenhouse Gas Inventory

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. The session included a presentation on the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and a discussion regarding grid availability with DTE. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved 7/11/23 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will hold a working session regarding the Downtown Zoning Premium Evaluation. The session includes a presentation of a draft ordinance and related research documents.

• Presentation of Draft Ordinance: 23-1329 Downtown Zoning Premium Evaluation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing contract amendments for water treatment, engineering, and maintenance services. The agenda includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Transportation Commission code. Public comments are also scheduled regarding tenant rights and local rezoning.

• Rezoning 1601 S. State Street from R4C to C1A/R with conditions
• $1,550,000 contract extension for Strawser Construction, Inc.
• $516,410 agreement with The Davey Tree Expert Company for tree pruning
• $100,000 installation of traffic calming devices on Fulmer Street
• $75,000 appropriation for a conservation easement in Webster Township

City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including road maintenance, equipment purchases, and professional engineering services. The council also accepted easements for sidewalk and water main projects at Chelsea Circle.

• Approved $1.55M contract extension for Capital Preventative Maintenance (CA-4)
• Approved $483,240 extension for Pavement Marking Maintenance (CA-5)
• Approved $100,000 for traffic calming devices on Fulmer Street (CA-9)
• Approved purchase of towable woodchipper from Bandit Industries Inc. for up to $129,970 (CA-10)
• Approved $516,410 agreement with The Davey Tree Expert Company for street tree pruning (CA-12)
• Approved $383,823.47 for Cohesity Backup System from CDW Government LLC (CA-13)
• Approved $80,000 contract with Ann Arbor SPARK for economic development services (CA-16)
• Approved $75,000 for conservation easement on Amaizin Pop LLC property (CA-20)

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission will review staff reports, budget updates, and RCPP progress. The agenda includes recommendations for a USDA NRCS ACEP-ALE grant application and a closed session regarding land acquisition.

• USDA NRCS ACEP-ALE Grant Application Recommendations
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition
• Budget Review
• RCPP Update
• Buy-Protect-Sell Update

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission recommended that City Council apply for USDA-NRCS Agriculture Conservation Easement Program funding for the Fishbeck III, St Johns, and Hamilton II properties. The commission also moved into a closed session to discuss land acquisition.

• Recommended applying for USDA-NRCS ACEP funding for Fishbeck III property (unanimous)
• Recommended applying for USDA-NRCS ACEP funding for St Johns property (unanimous)
• Recommended applying for USDA-NRCS ACEP funding for Hamilton II property
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss land acquisition (unanimous)
• Cancelled September 2023 meeting

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority meeting scheduled for July 27, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No official business was conducted.

The Local Development Finance Authority meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No decisions were made.

Environmental Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Ann Arbor Environmental Commission on July 27, 2023, was cancelled and will be rescheduled. Future agenda items may include a presentation regarding a city-wide reuse system for food and drink containers.

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will discuss its work program and drive-throughs. The agenda also includes a communication to the Ordinance Revision Committee.

• CPC Work Program discussion
• Discussion on drive-throughs
• Communication to ORC Committee

Building Board of Appeals

The Ann Arbor Building Board of Appeals will meet to approve minutes from the May 25, 2023, meeting. The board will also hold a hearing regarding an appeal for the property at 1100 Broadway Street.

• Appeal for 1100 Broadway Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
• Approval of May 25, 2023, meeting minutes

The Building Board of Appeals reversed a Building Official's decision regarding electrical code compliance at 1100 Broadway Street. The board approved the use of a temporary generator as a short-term bridge until a permanent system is installed.

• Approved relief from article 700.3 of the 2017 National Electrical Code for 1100 Broadway Street (4-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will discuss establishing a liaison to the Housing and Human Services Advisory Board. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023-2024 Work Plan and an update regarding city developer engagement requirements.

• Establishment of a Liaison to the Housing and Human Services Advisory Board
• Review of the 2023-2024 Work Plan
• Discussion on City of Ann Arbor Developer Engagement Requirement
• Officer Elections

The Renters Commission held officer elections and approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Several business items, including the 2023-2024 Work Plan and developer engagement requirements, were received and filed without further action.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Zackariah Farah as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Julie Goode as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Transportation Commission

The commission will review a traffic calming plan for Fulmer between Miller and Foss. Discussion items include an update from UMTRI, the Seventh and Greenview projects, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Fulmer (Miller to Foss) Traffic Calming
• UMTRI Update
• Seventh and Greenview Projects Update
• Capital Improvement Plan
• Crosswalk Design Guidelines

The Commission voted to recommend the approval of traffic calming projects on Fulmer between Miller and Foss. Other items, including updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and crosswalk design guidelines, were received and filed.

• Recommended approval of Fulmer Traffic Calming Projects between Miller and Foss (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes and agenda (Unanimous voice vote)

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee will review airport operations, fuel usage, and hangar occupancy through May or June 2023. Discussion includes an environmental assessment project update and noise abatement program information.

• Airport Operations report through May, 2023
• Airport Fuel Usage report through May, 2023
• Airport Hangar Occupancy report through June, 2023
• Project Update - Environmental Assessment
• Voluntary Noise Abatement Program Brochure

The committee unanimously approved the agenda and the meeting minutes from May 17, 2023. Members reviewed a draft Voluntary Noise Abatement Program Brochure and received updates on a runway safety extension environmental assessment.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Liquor License Review Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to approve a new club liquor license for Kerrytown Concert House, Inc. at 415 N. 4th Avenue. The agenda also includes an update on New Class C liquor license applications.

• Resolution 23-1251: Request for a new club liquor license at 415 N. 4th Avenue
• Update on New Class C Liquor License Applications

The Council Liquor License Review Committee recommended that the City Council approve a new Club liquor license for the Kerrytown Concert House. The license would be held in conjunction with a dance permit and an entertainment permit. The committee also approved the minutes from January 27, 2023.

• Recommended approval of new Club liquor license for Kerrytown Concert House at 415 N. 4th Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved January 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission will review a resolution to rename the Southeast Area Park as Bicentennial Park. The meeting also includes presentations on Gallup Bridge and West Park Bandshell engagement, alongside various parks status updates.

• Resolution to recommend renaming Southeast Area Park as Bicentennial Park
• Gallup Bridge update presentation
• West Park Bandshell engagement update presentation
• Parks project status update

The Park Advisory Commission unanimously approved a resolution to rename Southeast Area Park as Bicentennial Park. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved resolution to recommend renaming Southeast Area Park as Bicentennial Park (unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is reviewing a site plan for 3945-3957 South State that proposes reducing building size by 1,384 square feet and adding a drive-through lane. The commission will also consider a proposal to vacate one block of East Mosley Street between the Ann Arbor Railroad Tracks and South Fifth Avenue. Additionally, the meeting includes annual organizational actions regarding bylaws and committee assignments.

• Site plan and special exception use for 3945-3957 South State involving building size reduction and a new drive-through lane
• Proposal to vacate one block of East Mosley Street between the Ann Arbor Railroad Tracks and South Fifth Avenue
• Annual organizational meeting actions including proposed bylaws and committee assignments

The Commission approved a special exception use and site plan for a drive-through facility at 3949-3957 South State Street. It also recommended the vacation of a block of East Mosley Street to the Mayor and City Council. Additionally, the body elected its officers for the year.

• Approved Special Exception Use for drive-through at 3949-3957 South State Street (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan for 3949-3957 South State Street, including landscape modifications (7-0)
• Recommended approval of East Mosley Street vacation to Mayor and City Council (7-0)
• Elected Commissioner Lee as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Commissioner Abrons as Vice Chair and Commissioner Wyche as Secretary (7-0)
• Denied nomination of Commissioner Sauve as Chair (4-3)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The council will consider rezoning 6.4 acres at 1140 Broadway/Beekman on Broadway. The agenda also includes approving infrastructure contracts, a $400,000 budget increase for the SmartZone, and street closures for University of Michigan football games.

• Rezoning of 6.4 acres at 1140 Broadway/Beekman on Broadway
• Construction contract with D&R Earthmoving for $236,704.35
• Installation of traffic calming devices on Granger Avenue for $40,000.00
• $400,000.00 budget increase for the SmartZone LDFA
• Street closures for University of Michigan football games

City Council adopted an ordinance to amend the zoning map for 6.4 acres at 1140 Broadway. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and street closures for upcoming city events.

• Approved rezoning of 6.4 acres at 1140 Broadway (Beekman on Broadway)
• Approved $236,704.35 landfill cover contract with D&R Earthmoving, LLC
• Approved $400,000 increase to FY24 SmartZone LDFA Budget
• Approved $60,790 purchase order with Universal Filtration & Pumping Solutions, Inc.
• Approved $100,000 agreement with Utilities Instrumentation Services, Inc
• Approved $200,000 annual contract with Fiber Optic Management, LLC
• Approved $40,000 for traffic calming devices on Granger Avenue
• Approved $350,000 renewal with Carlisle/Wortman Associates, Inc.

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board

The Housing and Human Services Advisory Board is reviewing a substantial amendment to the HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan. The meeting also includes updates on Ann Arbor's Parking Day and recruitment for board positions.

• Substantial Amendment to the HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan
• Planning Update on Ann Arbor's Parking Day, September 15th
• Recruitment for Youth Seat
• Recruitment for a New Liaison to Renters' Commission

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct hearings regarding property modifications in Ann Arbor. Discussion includes a rooftop addition at 215-217 S Main and a patio and stone wall at 721 E Huron.

• Hearing for 215-217 S Main regarding a five story building behind facade and July rooftop addition
• Hearing for 721 E Huron regarding a patio and stone wall
• Postponed hearing for 202 S Seventh regarding a rear addition

The Commission approved storefront and window replacements at 215-217 S Main and a patio installation at 721 E Huron. A proposal to demolish most of the building at 215-217 S Main to construct a five-story building was denied.

• Approved replacement of two non-original storefronts at 215-217 S Main (4-0)
• Approved replacement of second and third floor windows with historic replicas at 215-217 S Main (4-0)
• Denied demolition of all but front façade and side walls to build a five-story building at 215-217 S Main (0-4)
• Approved bluestone patio, masonry seating wall, and landscaping at 721 E Huron (4-0)
• Postponed application for rear addition at 202 S Seventh (4-0)
• Postponed approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will introduce new Office Manager Kennedi Cummings. The commission will also continue discussions regarding LGBTQ+ human rights needs and affinity groups.

• Introduction of Office Manager Kennedi Cummings
• Discussion on identifying LGBTQ+ human rights needs
• Discussion regarding LGBTQ affinity groups
• Approval of June 14, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. Members provided updates on the Driving Equality Ordinance, facial recognition ordinance drafting, and outreach efforts. No new business was introduced.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will hold a presentation regarding an equitable transition to clean heating in cold climates. The meeting also includes a Vice-chair election and reports from the Energy Office and Environmental Commission.

• Vice-chair Election
• Presentation: Exploring an equitable transition to clean heating in cold climates

The Energy Commission elected a new Vice-chair and approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. Chair McKenna presented research regarding equitable transitions to clean heating in cold climates.

• Elected Gabriel Harp as Vice-chair (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will review staff reports and budget performance updates. Discussion includes a list of shovel-ready small projects and updates on the Landmark Tree Project at West Park and the Signature Project at South Maple.

• Small Projects: Shovel-ready List Discussion
• Landmark Tree Project Update: West Park
• Signature Project Update: South Maple
• July Budget Report

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee approved spending up to $40,000 for equity-based tree planting projects. Members discussed creating a list of small, shovel-ready projects and reviewed updates on landmark and signature tree projects.

• Approved spending not more than $40,000.00 on Equity-based Tree Planting projects (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is conducting a working session to review the Downtown Premiums Evaluation. This includes reviewing stakeholder interviews, options, and preliminary amendment concepts. The commission will also review communications regarding downtown density premiums.

• Review of Downtown Premiums evaluation, stakeholder feedback, and amendment concepts
• Review of communications regarding downtown density premiums

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including infrastructure contracts and professional service agreements. The meeting includes public hearings and second readings for ordinances regarding traffic stop initiations and solid waste management.

• Earhart Road Improvements construction contract with Cadillac Asphalt, LLC ($3,508,347.00)
• Purchase of a 2025 E-One Custom Typhoon Class A Pumper Fire Apparatus ($800,000.00)
• Federal Highway Administration grant for transportation safety initiatives ($3,800,000.00)
• Ordinance regarding the initiation of traffic stops (ORD-23-20)
• Ordinance amending solid waste management regulations (ORD-23-21)

City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including the Earhart Road Improvements and a $3.8M federal grant for transportation safety. The body also authorized various professional services agreements for decarbonization and circular economy initiatives.

• Approved $3,508,347 construction contract for Earhart Road Improvements (CA-14)
• Approved $3.8M FHWA grant for Transportation Safety Initiatives (CA-17)
• Approved $800,000 purchase of a 2025 E-One Custom Typhoon Fire Apparatus (CA-12)
• Approved $150,000 agreement with Live Zero Waste, Inc. as amended (CA-6)
• Approved $135,000 agreement with VegMichigan as amended (CA-7)
• Approved $225,000 agreement with Community Action Network for Bryant Neighborhood Decarbonization (CA-8)
• Approved $225,000 agreement with 2030 Districts Network for commercial decarbonization (CA-9)
• Confirmed appointment of Fang Zhang to the Public Art Commission (MC-1)

Park Advisory Commission

The commission will hear presentations regarding the Leslie Food Forest, the Community Action Network, and a trial for alternative herbicides. Members will also receive updates on parks projects, planning, and facilities. Additionally, the meeting includes a citizen request letter concerning Lockett Park.

• Leslie Food Forest update presentation
• Alternative/non-traditional herbicide trial preview
• Community Action Network update
• Parks project status and planning updates
• Lockett Park citizen request letter

The Commission held a meeting consisting primarily of presentations and reports. No substantive regular business was conducted. The Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding transportation impact analysis requirements and standards. The agenda also includes a communication to the Ordinance Revisions Committee concerning transportation reviews.

• Proposed Amendment to Unified Development Code (UDC) - Transportation Impact Analysis Requirements and Standards
• Communication to ORC Committee regarding Transportation Reviews

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural items for this special working session. No specific topics or discussion points are listed for the work session portion of the meeting.

• Public comment

The Commission discussed the Driving Equality Ordinance and stated their support for the measure as presented. The meeting also served as a transition session for Vice Chair Todoro-Hargreaves, who is resigning from the Commission.

• Supported the Driving Equality Ordinance as presented
• Appointed Kennedi Cummings as new Office Manager
• Designated Commissioner Pipkins to lead the website review project

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority will review the FY2024 public meeting notice calendar and a resolution regarding SPARK. The board is also considering a resolution to appropriate funds for a one-time increase in funding for the SPARK Business Accelerator Program.

• Resolution to Appropriate Funds for the One-Time Increase of Funding to SPARK for the Business Accelerator Program
• Approval of LDFA Public Meeting Notice Calendar FY2024
• LDFA - SPARK Agreement FY2024

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the FY2024 LDFA-SPARK Agreement and a one-time appropriation of $400,000 for the Business Accelerator Program. The board also approved the FY2024 public meeting notice calendar. Minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting were tabled.

• Approved LDFA-SPARK Agreement for FY2024
• Approved appropriation of $400,000 for FY2024 Business Accelerator Grants
• Approved FY2024 Public Meeting Notice Calendar as amended
• Tabled April 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold a work session to review existing working groups. Commissioners plan to provide updates on current priorities and discuss potential restructuring of these groups.

• Discussion of existing working group priorities
• Discussion regarding the restructuring of working groups

The Commission held a working session to discuss the structure and priorities of its working groups. Following the discussion, the Commission identified three active working groups: Biodiversity, Circular Economy, and Water Quality.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Established Biodiversity, Circular Economy, and Water Quality as active working groups

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will consider several resolutions regarding financial audits and grant agreements. The meeting includes discussions on millage fund grants and executive director compensation.

• Resolution to accept FY22 audits for Maple Tower Ann Arbor LDHA LP, River Run LDHA LP, and West Arbor LDHA LP
• Resolution to accept the FY22 audit for Swift Lane LDHA, LP
• Resolution to approve the Ann Arbor Affordable Housing Millage Fund Grant Agreement
• Resolution to approve the Marijuana Excise Tax Rebate Fund Grant Agreement
• Resolution to approve the County Mental Health Millage Grant Agreement

The Housing Commission approved grant agreements for the Affordable Housing Millage Fund, Marijuana Excise Tax Rebate Fund, and County Mental Health Millage. The board also accepted FY22 audits for several properties and approved the Executive Director's FY24 salary.

• Approved FY22 audits for Maple Tower Ann Arbor LDHA LP, River Run LDHA LP, and West Arbor LDHA LP (voice vote)
• Approved FY22 audit for Swift Lane LDHA, LP (voice vote)
• Approved Executive Director FY24 salary (voice vote)
• Approved Ann Arbor Affordable Housing Millage Fund Grant Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved Marijuana Excise Tax Rebate Fund Grant Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved County Mental Health Millage Grant Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive several organizational updates. Discussion items include reports from the Transportation Commission and the U of M Council for Disability Concerns.

• Review of May 17, 2023, meeting minutes
• Transportation Commission update
• U of M Council for Disability Concerns meeting update
• City Council update

The Commission conducted a procedural meeting consisting of reports and updates. No new ordinances or policies were decided, and there was no new business brought before the body.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Transportation Commission

The Commission will consider a traffic calming plan for Granger between Forest and Olivia. The meeting also includes discussion on accepting the Safe Streets for All grant and an update on the Treeline Trail.

• Granger (Forest to Olivia) Traffic Calming plan and resolution
• Safe Streets for All Grant acceptance
• Discussion of secondary offense enforcement under the Driving Equality Ordinance
• Treeline Trail update
• Staff report on bike lane violations and transportation project updates

The Transportation Commission recommended the approval of the Granger traffic calming project between Forest and Olivia. The Commission also approved the acceptance of the Safe Streets for All grant. Both items were forwarded to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Granger Traffic Calming Project between Forest and Olivia (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Safe Streets for All Grant Acceptance
• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The Commission will review a large mixed-use redevelopment project at South Town. They will also consider a request to rezone two parcels on Ann Arbor-Saline Road for office use.

• South Town rezoning, site plan, and street vacation at 1601 S. State St.
• Proposed 220,000-square foot mixed-use building with approximately 215 apartments
• Rezoning of 2670 and 2690 Ann Arbor-Saline Road from single-family to office district

The Commission recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve the South Town rezoning, site plan, and alley vacation. It also recommended rezoning two parcels on Ann Arbor-Saline Road to an office district.

• Recommended approval of South Town rezoning to C1A/R with height and parking limits (7-0)
• Recommended approval of South Town site plan and development agreement (7-0)
• Recommended approval to vacate the public alley at South Town (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 2670 and 2690 Ann Arbor-Saline Road from R1C to O (8-0)
• Waived the Area Plan requirement for 2670 and 2690 Ann Arbor-Saline Road (8-0)
• Cancelled the July 5, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including public service contracts, street closures, and infrastructure improvements. The meeting also includes a period for public commentary on topics such as the Driving Equality Ordinance.

• Ellsworth Road Resurfacing Project contract with Cadillac Asphalt, LLC ($1,003,000.00)
• Traffic calming devices on Granger Avenue ($198,000.00)
• Ann Arbor Farmers Market Fair Food Network Grant ($50,000.00)
• Public Defender Services contract with Washtenaw County ($210,621)
• Water and Wastewater Treatment bulk chemical purchases (estimated $1,389,876.00/year)

City Council approved a series of resolutions including road resurfacing, water treatment chemical purchases, and public safety contracts. The council also confirmed Jacob Sendra as a youth member of the Energy Commission.

• Confirmed Jacob Sendra as Youth Member of the Energy Commission
• Approved $1,003,000 contract with Cadillac Asphalt, LLC for Ellsworth Road Resurfacing
• Approved $198,000 for traffic calming devices on Granger Avenue
• Approved $179,746.05 contract with Z Contractors, Inc. for 2190 South State Street retaining wall
• Approved estimated $1,389,876/year for bulk water and wastewater treatment chemicals
• Approved $210,621 Public Defender Services Contract with Washtenaw County
• Approved $245,000 agreement with Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office for weapons screening
• Approved $50,000 Fair Food Network Grant for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee will review legislative updates and project funding requests. The meeting also includes the approval of draft minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting.

• Legislative update presented by Deputy City Administrator John Fournier
• Funding requests and project updates presented by Deputy City Administrator John Fournier
• Approval of April 20, 2023, draft meeting minutes

The committee approved the agenda for the June 15 meeting and the minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting. Members received legislative updates and reports on the status of state and federal funding requests. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 15 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will hear a presentation from the Human Rights Commission and a discussion regarding zoning, housing, and sustainability. The agenda also includes officer elections and reports from various liaisons.

• Human Rights Commission Presentation
• Zoning/Housing/Sustainability Presentation and Discussion
• Officer Elections
• Tenant Education Committee Engagement Event report

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting. Several presentations were received and filed, while discussions regarding a board liaison and officer elections were postponed to July 20, 2023.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed discussion on Housing and Human Services Advisory Board liaison to July 20, 2023
• Postponed officer elections to July 20, 2023
• Received and filed Human Rights Commission presentation
• Received and filed Zoning/Housing/Sustainability presentation
• Received and filed Tenant Education Committee Engagement Event report

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review previous meeting minutes and continue work on ongoing projects. The agenda includes discussions regarding facial recognition and identifying the human rights needs of the LGBTQ+ community.

• Review of May 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion on facial recognition
• Discussion on LGBTQ+ human rights needs and affinity groups

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 10, 2023. Members provided updates on ongoing work regarding trespass implementation, LGBTQ+ needs, and facial recognition ordinance options. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Agreed on two specific questions to be added to HRC Membership Applications

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will hear a presentation regarding downtown premiums for attainability, affordability, and sustainability. The commission will also review the A2ZERO Year Three Annual Report.

• Presentation on Downtown premiums for attainability, affordability, and sustainability by Carlisle Wortman Associates, Inc.
• A2ZERO Year Three Annual Report presentation
• Chair and Vice-chair Elections

The Energy Commission elected Commissioner Claire McKenna as Chair and postponed the Vice-chair vote until July. The commission approved the May 9, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received presentations on downtown development premiums and the A2ZERO Year Three annual report.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Postponed Vice-chair vote until July meeting
• Elected Commissioner Claire McKenna as Energy Commission Chair

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will review the Elizabeth Dean Trust Fund purchase yield report through May 31, 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on June budget reports and a landmark oak tree overview.

• Elizabeth Dean Trust Fund purchase yield report through May 31, 2023
• June Budget Report and Projects and Budget Breakdown
• Landmark Oak Tree overview discussion
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee selected West Park as a pilot project for landmark oak tree treatment and S. Maple for an equity-based signature tree planting project. Financial staff provided updates on the Elizabeth Dean Trust and investments.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected West Park as pilot project for landmark oak tree treatment
• Selected S. Maple for next signature equity-based tree planting project

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a working session to discuss several development proposals. Items include supplemental regulations for the Jewish Community Center PUD and a rezoning request for an 8-story building on Packard Street.

• Jewish Community Center PUD: Proposal for supplemental regulations at 2935 Birch Hollow Dr
• 120 Packard St: Rezoning .37-acre site to PUD for an 8-story, 89,600-sq ft building with 90-100 residential units
• Rezoning discussion for the Plymouth and Washtenaw Corridors to TC1

Council Administration Committee

The committee will discuss the timeline for hiring a new Police Chief. Members will also receive updates regarding evaluation processes for the City Administrator and City Attorney.

• Police Chief hiring process and timeline
• City Administrator and City Attorney evaluation process update
• Request for use of Council collaboration space

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 9, 2023. No substantive policy decisions were made, and the July 11 committee meeting was canceled.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Canceled July 11, 2023 committee meeting

City of Ann Arbor Water System Advisory Council

The City of Ann Arbor Water System Advisory Council is holding a special meeting to review updates on meter replacements and service line inventory. The agenda also includes progress reports on WTP lead sampling and information from the Statewide Drinking Water Advisory Council Meeting.

• Meter replacement updates
• Service line inventory & replacement updates
• Progress on WTP Lead Sampling
• Updates from the Statewide Drinking Water Advisory Council Meeting

The Council approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the implementation of a $50 fee for residents unresponsive to meter replacements and provided updates on the service line inventory and lead sampling progress.

• Approved meeting agenda with changes
• Approved previous meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special retreat meeting. The agenda includes a Q&A session with City Attorney Kevin McDonald regarding findings of facts, conditional motions, and modifying application requests.

• Q&A with City Attorney regarding findings of facts and conditional motions

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct hearings regarding several property modifications. The agenda also includes the election of officers and nominations for the 2023 HDC Award Committee.

• Rear addition at 422 S Seventh
• Five story building behind facade at 215-217 S Main
• Enclosure of rear balcony at 522 Second
• Siding replacement at 543 Detroit
• Election of Officers

The Historic District Commission granted certificates of appropriateness for a rear addition, a balcony enclosure, and siding replacement. One application for a building addition was postponed to July 13, 2023, to allow for a thorough review of new revisions.

• Approved 550 sq ft rear addition at 422 South Seventh Street (3-1)
• Postponed application for 215-217 South Main Street to July 13, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved enclosure of rear balcony and chimney removal at 522 Second Street (3-0)
• Approved wood siding and trim replacement at 543 Detroit Street (3-1)
• Approved 2023 HDC Award Committee Nominations (4-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board

The board is discussing planning for a community engagement event regarding affordable housing to be held in August. The meeting also includes updates on 2023 Point-in-Time and Housing Inventory Counts.

• Planning for an August community event on affordable housing
• Updates on 2023 Point-in-Time and Housing Inventory Counts
• Review of HHSAB Amended By-laws
• Recruitment for a new Renters' Commission liaison

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 11, 2023, meeting. The session included updates on affordable housing engagement planning and the 2023 Point-in-Time and Housing Inventory Counts.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is reviewing several updates to the Unified Development Code and specific site plans. These include proposals for new permitted uses, landscaping buffer requirements, and setback adjustments. The commission will also discuss a site plan change for 3945 - 3957 South State Street.

• Allowing Banquet Hall use in mixed-use zoning districts
• Amendments to landscaping, screening, and buffer requirements
• Setback adjustments for the 2195 East Ellsworth Lockwood PUD
• Site plan changes at 3945 - 3957 South State Street

The Commission recommended that City Council approve amendments to landscaping and buffer requirements and a setback adjustment for the 2195 East Ellsworth PUD. A proposal to allow banquet halls in mixed-use districts failed to receive the required six affirmative votes. One site plan proposal for South State Street was postponed.

• Recommended approval of Chapter 55 landscaping, screening, and buffer amendments (6-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD text amendment for 2195 East Ellsworth setbacks (6-0)
• Failed to recommend approval of banquet hall use in mixed-use districts (5-0; lacked required 6 votes)
• Postponed site plan and special exception use for 3945-3957 South State

City Council

The Ann Arbor City Council will consider several large-scale infrastructure contracts, including a $6.4 million street resurfacing project. The agenda also includes approving a $1.6 million grant to the University of Michigan for a guaranteed income pilot program. Other items involve street closures and updates to city ordinances.

• $6,447,000 contract with Cadillac Asphalt, LLC for the 2023 Street Resurfacing Project
• $1,600,000 ARPA grant to University of Michigan for Guaranteed Income Pilot Program
• $2,759,200 construction contract with Bailey Excavating, Inc for watermain and resurfacing
• $206,367 purchase of a conservation easement on the DeVine Property
• Ordinance to allow donations of impounded bicycles

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $6.4M street resurfacing project and various utility agreements. The council also confirmed three appointments to the Renters Commission and approved multiple street closures for community events.

• Approved $6.4M construction contract with Cadillac Asphalt, LLC for 2023 Street Resurfacing Project
• Approved $1.6M ARPA grant agreement with Regents of the University of Michigan for Guaranteed Income Pilot Program
• Approved $449,763 construction agreement with RAM Construction Services for Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena improvements
• Confirmed Rosanita Ratcliff, Kimberly Pitts, and Julia Goode to the Renters Commission
• Approved purchase of a conservation easement on the DeVine Property in Scio Township and appropriated $206,367
• Approved street closures for YMCA Community Block Party (June 10), The Event on Main (June 22-23), and Townie Party (July 16)
• Approved $1.37M general services agreement with Prolime Corporation for water treatment plant residual limestone removal
• Approved $200,000 amendment for legal services regarding Platt Convenience, Inc. v City of Ann Arbor

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold elections for its Chair and Vice-Chair positions for the 2023-2024 term. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Natural Areas Preservation program and a discussion regarding invasive plant species management techniques.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023-2024
• Natural Areas Preservation (NAP) program overview
• Discussion on invasive plant species management techniques
• Staff updates from City liaison Sean Reynolds

The Commission elected Rita Mitchell as Chair and Steve Brown as Vice-Chair. Members received a presentation on the Natural Areas Preservation program and discussed invasive plant species management.

• Elected Rita Mitchell as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Steve Brown as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will consider an appeal regarding 1211 White Street. The board will also approve meeting minutes from January 19, 2023. No specific items are listed under old or new business.

• Appeal for 1211 White Street (BBA23-0001)
• Approval of January 19, 2023, meeting minutes

The Building Board of Appeals approved a request to apply 2021 International Building Code standards instead of the 2015 Michigan Building Code for a specific property. The board found the proposed construction to be an equal or better form of construction.

• Approved relief from Section 510.2 of the 2015 Michigan Building Code for 1211 White Street (Unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing several property variance requests. These include a project involving 216 dwelling units and a new sign package for the Hilton Garden Inn. Other items involve changes to building uses and residential setbacks.

• Variance to exclude a 26,278 square foot parking structure from FAR calculations at 1601 South State Street
• Request for an 849.34 square foot sign package at 1401 Briarwood Circle
• Proposal for medical/dental office use at 2025 Traverwood Drive
• Request for a 10-foot front setback reduction at 980 Sherwood Street
• Postponed request for a 10-foot privacy fence at 3720 Windemere Drive

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved several variances for residential and commercial projects, including a parking structure calculation for a mixed-use development. A request for expanded signage at the Hilton Garden Inn was denied. One item was postponed at the petitioner's request.

• Denied variance for 814.34 sq ft sign package at 1401 Briarwood Circle (2-6)
• Approved variance to exclude 26,278 sq ft parking structure from FAR at 1601 South State Street (8-0)
• Approved relief for new medical/dental office use at 2025 Traverwood Drive (7-0)
• Approved 10-foot front setback variance for addition at 980 Sherwood Street (8-0)
• Postponed variance request for 10-foot privacy fence at 3720 Windemere Drive

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The commission will discuss updates to internal policies, training follow-up, and pretextual stops. The agenda also includes a review of the Community Policing Innovations Initiative reinvestment opportunity.

• Community Policing Innovations Initiative - Reinvestment Opportunity
• Discussion on pretextual stops
• Updates on internal policies and procedures
• Discussion on ICPOC website
• Approval of April 2023 meeting minutes

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will review items regarding city developer engagement requirements and a past tenant education event. The meeting includes planning for a June 15, 2023, session featuring presentations on human rights and zoning/housing/sustainability.

• City of Ann Arbor Developer Engagement Requirement
• Tenant Education Committee Engagement Event at Sculpture Plaza
• Human Rights Commission Presentation
• Zoning/Housing/Sustainability Presentation and Discussion

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is meeting to review several resolutions regarding agency operations. Key items include the approval of the FY24 operating budget, updated utility allowances, and certifications for a property conversion.

• FY24 Ann Arbor Housing Commission Agency-Wide Operating Budget
• Certifications for 2072 Garden Circle Streamlined RAD Conversion
• FY24 Public Housing Utility Allowances
• FY24 Utility Allowances for the Housing Voucher Programs
• Approval of the FY24 Board President and Vice President

The Housing Commission approved the agency-wide operating budget for FY24 and set utility allowances for public housing and voucher programs. The board also approved certifications for the 2072 Garden Circle RAD conversion and updated agency by-laws.

• Approved FY24 Agency-Wide Operating Budget (voice vote)
• Approved FY24 Public Housing Utility Allowances (voice vote)
• Approved FY24 Utility Allowances for Housing Voucher Programs (voice vote)
• Approved certifications for 2072 Garden Circle Streamlined RAD Conversion (voice vote)
• Approved AAHC By-Laws and FY24 meeting calendar (voice vote)
• Approved FY24 Board President and Vice President (voice vote)
• Authorized Deputy Directors to act in the absence of the Executive Director (voice vote)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission will review the April 2023 meeting minutes and receive several organizational updates. Discussion topics include reports from the Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled, Disability Network, and the Transportation Commission.

• Approval of April 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled update
• Disability Network update
• Transportation Commission update
• U of M Council for Disability Concerns meeting update

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports regarding city budget updates, accessibility coordinator hiring, and community resources.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review a traffic calming plan for Granger between State and Packard. The meeting also includes discussions on the Traffic Calming Program, 2023 resurfacing projects, and Vision Zero implementation.

• Granger (State to Packard) Traffic Calming plan
• Traffic Calming Program discussion
• 2023 Resurfacing and Related Projects update
• Vision Zero Implementation Committee update
• All Ages and Abilities Bike Facilities discussion

The Commission unanimously recommended the approval of the Granger Traffic Calming Project between State and Packard. Other items, including the Traffic Calming Program and resurfacing projects, were discussed but not decided.

• Approved consent agenda and April meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Granger Traffic Calming Project between State and Packard (Unanimous voice vote)

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports on airport operations, fuel usage, and hangar occupancy through early 2023. Discussion also includes an environmental assessment project update and a subcommittee report regarding the Voluntary Noise Abatement Program.

• Environmental Assessment project update
• Airport operations and fuel usage through March 2023
• Airport hangar occupancy through April 2023
• Subcommittee report on Voluntary Noise Abatement Program
• Letter regarding enforcement of airport rules and regulations

The Committee recommended three additions to the voluntary noise abatement program brochure to address noise concerns, including restricting pattern traffic on major summer holidays. The Airport Manager provided updates on the Runway Safety Extension Project and changes to the FBO building project partnership.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended eliminating pattern traffic and touch and goes on Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day
• Recommended encouraging local pilots to use other airports for currency
• Recommended encouraging pilots to request left or right hand pattern traffic from the ATCT

Park Advisory Commission

The Commission will consider a construction agreement for the Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena. Members will also review a recommendation to accept a $50,000 grant for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market. Presentations include updates on the Lowertown Conservancy and the Farmers Market.

• Construction agreement with RAM Construction Services for Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena improvements
• Recommendation to accept a $50,000.00 Fair Food Network Grant for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market
• Lowertown Conservancy update presentation
• Farmers Market update presentation

The Park Advisory Commission approved a construction agreement for improvements to the Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena. The commission also recommended accepting a $50,000 Fair Food Network grant for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market.

• Approved construction agreement with RAM CONSTRUCTION SERVICES for Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to accept $50,000 Fair Food Network Grant for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market (Unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a redevelopment project for the South Town block and the rezoning of several annexed parcels. The South Town proposal includes a mixed-use building and street vacation, while the second item involves rezoning 11 parcels to single-family residential.

• South Town rezoning, site plan, and street vacation at 1601 S State St
• Proposed 220,000-square foot mixed-use building with approximately 215 apartments
• Rezoning of 11 annexed parcels to R1A single-family detached residential

The Planning Commission recommended that the Mayor and City Council rezone 11 annexed parcels in Ann Arbor Township to R1D (Single Family Dwelling). A proposal for the South Town mixed-use development was postponed. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Recommended rezoning of 11 parcels on Newport Rd, Bird Rd, and Victoria Circle to R1D (8-0)
• Postponed action on South Town Rezoning, Site Plan, and Street Vacation until June 21, 2023 (4-3)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 city budget and related property tax millage rates. The agenda also includes fee adjustments for public and community services and a rezoning request for 721 South Forest.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget and property tax millage rates
• Rezoning of 1.2 acres at 721 South Forest to a Planned Unit Development
• $115,000.00 appropriation for Maintenance Facility Construction Project budget
• Fee adjustments for Public Services and Community Services areas
• Street closures for the African-American Downtown Festival and Townie Street Party

City Council confirmed numerous appointments to city commissions and boards. The council also approved several resolutions for street closures to accommodate local festivals and events, and approved a zoning change for 721 South Forest on first reading.

• Approved multiple appointments to city commissions and boards (voice vote)
• Approved street closures for 26th Annual African-American Downtown Festival (R-23-149)
• Approved 2023 Ann Arbor Jaycees Summer Carnival at Pioneer High School (R-23-150)
• Approved street closures for Townie Street Party Mile-Dart for Art (R-23-151)
• Approved closure of Washington Street for Townie Street Party (R-23-152)
• Appropriated $115,000 from Maintenance Facility Unobligated Fund Balance to Maintenance Facility Construction Project (R-23-153)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 1.2 acres at 721 South Forest to PUD (ORD-23-15)
• Approved May 1, 2023 Regular Session Meeting Minutes (voice vote)

City-School Committee (Ann Arbor Public Schools Liaisons)

The committee will review previous meeting minutes from March 3, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion on environmental sustainability efforts under new business.

• Review of March 3, 2023, committee minutes
• Discussion of Environmental Sustainability Efforts

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct hearings regarding several property modifications. The agenda includes discussions on rear additions, balconies, driveway paving, and solar panel installations.

• Rear addition at 320 S Seventh
• Rear balcony at 719 W Washington
• Rebuild and addition at 215-217 S Main (postponed)
• Solar panels at 2781 Packard Rd
• Driveway paving at 706 W Liberty

The Historic District Commission granted certificates of appropriateness for four property modifications in the Old West Side and Cobblestone Farm districts. One hearing for a rebuild and addition at 215-217 S Main was postponed. The Commission also presented resolutions of appreciation to three departing members.

• Approved two-story rear addition, chimney removal, and door shift at 320 S Seventh (7-0)
• Approved 14’ x 8' wood deck and window-to-door conversion at 719 W Washington (7-0)
• Approved solar array installation on 1986 event barn at 2781 Packard Road (7-0)
• Approved concrete driveway paving at 706 W Liberty, conditioned on maintaining existing planting bed (7-0)
• Postponed hearing for rebuild and addition at 215-217 S Main
• Issued Resolutions of Appreciation to Anna Epperson, Beverly Willis, and Robert White

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will hear a presentation from William Hampton of the Ann Arbor NAACP regarding Juneteenth. The meeting also includes discussion of a Community Violence Intervention Report.

• Presentation by William Hampton, Ann Arbor NAACP, on Juneteenth, 2023
• Community Violence Intervention Report

The commission approved the April 2023 meeting minutes with changes. Members discussed ongoing work regarding facial recognition regulations, AAPD trespass notices, and a proposed CTN public education program.

• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes with changes (voice vote)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will discuss Ann Arbor's hydropower capabilities and the impact of a Ninth Circuit court decision. The commission will also conduct nominations and voting for Chair and Vice-chair positions.

• Discussion on Ann Arbor's hydropower capabilities
• Review of Ninth Circuit decision in California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley
• Elections for Chair and Vice-chair
• Report from Environmental Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 11, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed hydropower capabilities regarding the Barton and Superior dams and a Ninth Circuit court decision on a gas ban in Berkeley, California. Elections for Chair and Vice-chair were postponed to the June meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 4/11/23 meeting minutes
• Postponed Chair and Vice-chair elections to June meeting

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is holding a working session to discuss a district amendment regarding narrow right of way conditions. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment.

• 23-0787 TC1 District Amendment - Narrow Right of Way Conditions

Council Administration Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed amendments to Council Rules and a draft litigation resolution. Members are also receiving updates on the City Hall Promenade development and the police chief hiring process.

• Proposed Council Amendments to Council Rules
• City Attorney Draft Litigation Resolution
• Update regarding development potential of City Hall Promenade
• Police Chief hiring process and timeline
• Discussion on City Administrator/City Attorney evaluation process

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the April 11, 2023 minutes. Members discussed proposed amendments to Council Rule 7b and a draft litigation resolution, both of which will be brought to the City Council in June 2023. No new business was introduced.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved April 11, 2023 committee minutes
• Proposed Council Rule 7b amendments to be submitted May 15, 2023
• Draft litigation resolution referred back to City Attorney for further drafting

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning petition and site plan for a residential building at 999 Maiden Lane. The project involves constructing a 180,200-square foot, 7-story building on the Building B site of the Beekman on Broadway development.

• Rezoning petition and site plan for 999 Maiden Lane (including 1100 and 1200 Broadway Street)
• Construction of a 180,200-square foot, 7-story residential building
• Downtown Premiums Evaluation discussion

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is holding a special executive committee meeting. The agenda focuses on planning for a commission retreat.

• City Planning Commission Retreat Planning

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2024 city budget and related property tax millage rates. The agenda includes several construction contracts for street, water, and utility projects, as well as discussions regarding water and stormwater rate amendments.

• FY 2024 City Budget and property tax millage rates
• $6,909,800.00 contract for State and Hill Streets Improvements Project
• $3,372,459.43 contract for Research Park Drive Resurfacing Project
• $3,445,709.21 contract for Brooks Street Improvements Project
• $2,122,850 contract for West Madison - Madison Place Water Main and Resurfacing Project

City Council approved multiple construction contracts for road resurfacing, street improvements, and sewer services. Several appointment nominations and commission reappointments were referred back to the Council for future action.

• Approved $6.9M contract for State and Hill Streets Improvements Project
• Approved $3.37M contract with Ajax Paving Industries for Research Park Drive Resurfacing
• Approved $5,343.54 increase for Stadium/Washtenaw Area Utility Improvements
• Approved $1.3M increase for CB Asphalt Paving street cut and pavement repair
• Approved two sewer televising and cleaning agreements with Rogue Industrial Services and Taplin Group (up to $1.4M each)
• Referred appointments for Environmental Commission, Greenbelt Advisory Commission, and ICPOC to 5/15/2023
• Referred various mayoral nominations for city boards and commissions to 5/15/2023

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority is reviewing several third-quarter fiscal year 2023 reports. These include updates on SmartZone finances, SPARK service provider metrics, and administrative services.

• SmartZone Financial Report - 3rd Quarter FY 2023
• SPARK 3rd Quarter Report FY 2023
• LDFA Administrative Report - 3rd Quarter FY 2023
• LDFA - City of Ann Arbor Administrative Services Agreement FY 2024
• Grant Committee Report

The Local Development Finance Authority received financial reports from SmartZone and SPARK, including a 3rd Quarter FY 2023 update. The Budget Committee recommended funding the full amount of the SPARK contract and increasing a staffing line item. No formal votes on contracts or ordinances were recorded.

• Budget Committee recommended funding the full bill amount of the SPARK contract
• Budget Committee recommended an increase in the staffing line item of the SPARK contract

Environmental Commission

The commission will conduct a second reading of a resolution regarding banning natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. Commissioners will also discuss the solid waste budget and receive updates on solid waste activities.

• Second reading of resolution to ban natural gas connections
• Solid waste budget discussion and activity updates
• Staff updates from City liaison

The Environmental Commission split a resolution into two separate actions. Both were approved and forwarded to the City Council, including one calling for a ban on natural gas connections in new construction and another to incentivize all-electric construction.

• Amended language of the second resolved clause of resolution 23-0702 (12-2)
• Split resolution 23-0702 into two separate resolutions (14-0)
• Approved resolution calling for accelerated action to ban natural gas connections in new construction and forwarded to City Council (10-4)
• Approved resolution calling for measures to incentivize all-electric construction and forwarded to City Council (14-0)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on various property variance requests. These include proposals for structural changes, land division easements, and lighting upgrades. One signage request has been withdrawn from the agenda.

• Variance for a new deck and habitable space at 619 Felch Street
• Reduced easement width for a land division at 721 Brooks Street
• Request to build a 588 square foot attached garage at 1835 Cambridge Road
• Outdoor lighting upgrade variance at 4080 Glacier Hills Drive
• Reduction of a land use buffer at 3310 Washtenaw Avenue

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved several variance requests for residential property modifications and access easements. However, the board denied requests for a new garage on Cambridge Road, lighting upgrades on Glacier Hills Drive, and a buffer reduction on Washtenaw Avenue.

• Granted relief to enclose decks and convert to habitable space at 619 Felch Street (8-0)
• Granted 17.4% rear setback coverage variance for a new deck at 619 Felch Street (7-1)
• Granted 7 foot 6 inch variance for lot accessibility easement at 721 Brooks Street (5-3)
• Denied 9 foot rear yard setback variance for a garage at 1835 Cambridge Road (2-6)
• Denied lighting upgrade variance for 4080 Glacier Hills Drive (4-4)
• Denied 5 foot buffer variance at 3310 Washtenaw Avenue (1-7)
• Petition ZBA23-0007 for 890 West Eisenhower withdrawn

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The Independent Community Police Oversight Commission will hear a special presentation from the Southeast Michigan Criminal Justice Policy Research Project. The meeting includes discussions on disability data, pretextual stops, and a new sub-committee on policies.

• Special presentation by Kevin Karpiak, PhD, of the Southeast Michigan Criminal Justice Policy Research Project
• Discussion on Pretextual Stops
• Discussion on Disability Data
• New Sub-Committee on Policies

The commission approved two draft policy and procedure documents regarding the review process for complaints and the creation of close case summaries. Members also discussed the development of a new website and the availability of $8,000 in implementation funds from a grant.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Review Process and Close Case Summary policy drafts
• Appointed Randy Milgrom to chair the subcommission on Policies and Procedures

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is scheduled to discuss conflicting land use buffers. The agenda also includes a communication to the Ordinance Revisions Committee.

• Discussion on Conflicting Land Use Buffers (23-0732)
• Communication to ORC Committee (23-0733)

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is scheduled to review a legislative update and summaries of CDS funding requests. The meeting also includes discussion regarding amended CPAC establishing language.

• Legislative update from Deputy City Administrator Fournier
• Summary of CDS funding requests
• Amended CPAC establishing language
• Approval of March 16, 2023, draft meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 16, 2023. Members received updates on state and federal legislative activity and CDS funding requests. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will consider a resolution to support an ordinance banning natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Equitable Engagement Report and a discussion regarding remedies for the apartment waitlist issue.

• Resolution supporting an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations
• Presentation of the Equitable Engagement Report
• Discussion of remedies related to the apartment waitlist issue
• Discussion on establishing a liaison to the Housing and Human Services Advisory Board and Human Rights Commission

The Renters Commission approved a resolution urging the City Council to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. The commission also voted to provide a report regarding apartment waitlists to the City Council.

• Approved Resolution in Support of an Ordinance to Ban Natural Gas Connections in New Construction and Major Renovations (5-1)
• Approved providing the Waitlist Report to the City Council (5-0)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission on Disability Issues will review updates from several community organizations and city departments. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the CODI Draft Recruitment Outline Process.

• CODI Draft Recruitment Outline Process
• Presentation at 2023 Visions Conference
• Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Print Disabled update
• Partners in Access community engagement and recruiting activity report
• Transportation Commission update

The commission approved the March 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the lack of same-day Para transit services and reviewed a draft for a new Accessibility Coordinator position.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Transportation Commission

The commission will review a budget presentation and hold a discussion regarding shared micromobility with Spin. Staff updates include transportation project reports and AAPD bike/pedestrian crash reports.

• Budget Presentation
• Shared Micromobility Discussion with Spin
• Equitable Engagement Report Presentation
• Road Resurfacing Program
• AAPD Bike Ped Crash Reports (Jan and Feb 2023)

The Commission approved the minutes from the March meeting. No other action items were on the agenda, and several presentations were received and filed.

• Approved March meeting minutes

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission will review proposed fee adjustments for Parks & Recreation services. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding prohibited restrictions at Allmendinger Park and discussions on the fiscal year 2024 and 2025 budgets.

• Resolution to recommend discharging of prohibited restrictions for Allmendinger Park
• Resolution recommending approval of Fiscal Year 2024/25 fee adjustments for Parks & Recreation services
• Resolution on the Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budget and Fiscal Year 2025 budget plan
• City pools update presentation
• PAC officer elections

The Commission unanimously approved fee adjustments for Parks & Recreation services and the budget plan for Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025. Members also voted to discharge prohibited restrictions for Allmendinger Park and elected the commission's officers.

• Approved Resolution to Recommend Discharging of Prohibited Restrictions for Allmendinger Park (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024/25 Fee Adjustments for Parks & Recreation Services (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 Budget Plan for Parks and Recreation Services (unanimous)
• Elected Lauren London as Chair and Anne Marsan as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed FY24-25 budget presentation and consider a rezoning request for 2.5 acres at 415 West Washington. The agenda also includes ordinance amendments regarding water and stormwater rates.

• Rezoning of 2.5 acres at 415 West Washington to a Planned Unit Development
• $699,110 contract with Interface Studio LLC for Comprehensive Plan Services
• $205,000 appropriation for the Allen Creek Berm Opening Project
• Ordinance amendments to city water and stormwater rates
• $219,530 two-year contract for right-of-way mowing and landscaping

City Council approved several professional service agreements for legal, geotechnical, and planning services. The council also authorized street closings for upcoming city events and confirmed one appointment to the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority.

• Confirmed Dr. Elisabeth Gerber to the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority
• Approved $150,000 amendment for legal services with Bodman, PLC (CA-13)
• Approved street closings for 2023 Ann Arbor Summer Festival, Sonic Lunch, and ALLIANCE dinner
• Appropriated $100,000 for professional services from Carlisle Wortman, LLC (CA-5)
• Appropriated $205,000 for Allen Creek Berm Opening Project pedestrian improvements (CA-6)
• Approved geotechnical and environmental service agreements with Material Testing Consultants, Inc., Mannik and Smith Group, Inc., and Tetra Tech, Inc. (CA-7)
• Approved $219,530 two-year mowing and landscaping contract with Lansing Real Green Lawn Care, Inc. (CA-8)
• Accepted public right-of-way easement at 660 Earhart Road (CA-11)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review several property requests including window replacements and chimney removals. The agenda also includes unfinished business regarding a takeout window at 200 S Main Street.

• 200 S Main Street: Takeout window discussion
• 634 Turner Park Court: Window replacement hearing
• 814 W Liberty: Chimney removal hearing
• 315 Mulholland: Chimney removal hearing
• 415 W Washington: Discussion item

The Commission granted certificates of appropriateness for exterior work at four different properties. It also voted to expand the Staff Approvals List to include specific types of signs and clad windows.

• Approved food pickup locker and exterior repairs at 200 S Main Street (5-0)
• Approved window replacement and infill at 634 Turner Park Court (5-0)
• Approved brick chimney removal at 814 W Liberty (5-0)
• Approved window, door, and skylight replacements at 315 Mulholland (5-0)
• Approved masonry chimney removal at 315 Mulholland (3-2)
• Approved additions to Staff Approvals List for signs and clad windows (5-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will host City Administrator Milton Dohoney for an introduction and Q&A session. The commission will also consider adding caste as a proposed protected class and follow up on Washtenaw ID/NDO.

• Introduction and Q&A with City Administrator Milton Dohoney
• Proposal to add caste as a protected class
• Follow up on Washtenaw ID/NDO

The Commission discussed a proposal to add Caste to the Non-Discrimination Ordinance as a protected class. Members also reviewed updates on facial recognition technology regulations and the AAPD Trespass Notice. The March 2023 meeting minutes were approved with changes.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes with changes (voice vote)
• Approved agenda with changes
• Proposed adding Caste to the Non-Discrimination Ordinance as a protected class

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct regular business including a review of the site plan for 333 East William Street. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Site plan review for 333 East William Street

The Design Review Board discussed the design plan for the proposed 333 East William Street project. The board provided recommendations regarding massing, materials, and site integration for the developer to consider during the site plan application process. No formal vote on the project was recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the March 8, 2023 meeting minutes as amended

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will review a discussion regarding the City of Ann Arbor Heating Franchise. The commission will also consider a resolution to support banning natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations.

• City of Ann Arbor Heating Franchise Discussion
• Resolution for an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations
• Election of Energy Commission Chair and Vice Chair for the 23-24 Session

The Energy Commission approved a resolution supporting an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. The resolution was forwarded to the City Council for further action.

• Approved resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will review staff reports and budget updates. Discussion items include updates on the Bryant neighborhood, Gallup Park, and equity-focused tree planting.

• Bryant Neighborhood Update
• Gallup Park Update
• Equity-Focused Tree Planting Update

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 14, 2023. Members received staff updates on storm damage cleanup, planting contracts, and equity-focused tree planting. No other substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will hold a working session to review data regarding the pandemic's impact on downtown Ann Arbor. DDA staff will present benchmark data and recovery insights compiled with 4Ward Planning.

• Presentation on Downtown Ann Arbor Pandemic Impact & Recovery
• Review of downtown benchmark data and recovery reports

Council Administration Committee

The committee will address proposed amendments to Council Rules. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport.

• Proposed Amendments to Council Rules
• Ann Arbor Municipal Airport presentation by John Fournier

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 14, 2023. No substantive policy decisions were made during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved March 14, 2023 committee minutes (23-0598)

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission will review staff reports, budget updates, and draft criteria weights for the Buy-Protect-Sell program. The meeting also includes a closed session specifically to discuss land acquisition.

• Review of Buy-Protect-Sell draft criteria weights
• Budget review
• Closed session regarding land acquisition
• Discussion on virtual and in-person meeting formats

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting. Staff provided reports on the budget and draft criteria weights for the Buy-Protect-Sell update. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a site plan and special exception use request for a 4,740 square foot building at 2929 Plymouth Road. The proposal includes three drive-through lanes and 22 parking spaces. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding downtown premiums in the Unified Development Code.

• Site plan and special exception use for University of Michigan Credit Union at 2929 Plymouth Road
• Discussion on Unified Development Code (UDC) Downtown Premiums

The City Planning Commission unanimously denied a proposal for a new University of Michigan Credit Union building at 2929 Plymouth Road. The commission also approved a revised meeting calendar for 2023.

• Denied UMCU site plan and special exception for three drive-through lanes at 2929 Plymouth Road (0-8)
• Approved revised 2023 City Planning Commission Meeting Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning and site plan approval for the North Maple Apartments. Other items include an amendment to the city housing code regarding carbon monoxide detectors and a resolution for tree debris cleanup following recent storms.

• Rezoning of 3.13 acres for North Maple Apartments at 1815, 1855, 1875 North Maple and 1921 Calvin Street
• Ordinance to require carbon monoxide detectors under the city housing code
• Emergency purchase order for tree branch collection and debris cleanup totaling $450,000
• Resolution to approve a professional services agreement amendment for Parks ADA compliance ($9,942)
• Notice of intent to issue revenue bonds for $45,000,000.00

City Council approved the issuance of $45 million in revenue bonds and authorized participation in national opiate litigation settlements. The council also approved the site plan and rezoning for the North Maple Apartments and funded storm debris cleanup.

• Authorized publication of notice to issue $45,000,000 in revenue bonds (11-0)
• Approved participation in National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlements against Allergan, Teva, CVS, and Walmart
• Approved rezoning of 3.13 acres to Planned Unit Development for North Maple Apartments
• Approved North Maple Apartments Site Plan and Development Agreement
• Appropriated $450,000 for branch collection and debris cleanup via The Davey Tree Experts Company
• Approved amendment to Parks ADA Compliance Assessment contract for $9,942
• Confirmed appointment of Anne Harlow to the Board of Review
• Adopted ordinance to amend Section 8:527 of the Housing Code on second reading

City Planning Commission

The Commission will review items related to building height calculations and communications regarding grade plane definitions. These discussions involve technical measurements for building heights and stories above the grade plane.

• 23-0547 Building Height Calculation
• 23-0548 Communication to ORC Committee regarding grade plane definition and height measurements

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority is reviewing the draft budget for fiscal year 2024. The meeting includes reports from service providers regarding a non-profit D&O renewal policy and a budget memo from SPARK.

• LDFA FY2024 Budget - Draft
• LDFA Non-Profit D&O Renewal Policy
• SPARK - LDFA Budget Memo FY 2023-2024
• Introduction of new board member Annie Somerville

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the FY2024 Budget as amended. The board discussed SPARK budget line items and the potential for a grant program, but deferred final decisions on specific funding increases.

• Approved FY2024 Budget as amended
• Approved March 23, 2023 agenda
• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss a resolution regarding banning natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. Members will also review risks of construction in floodplain areas and consider a resolution to support pollinator habitat.

• Discussion on construction risks in flood plain areas, including a review of the 415 W. Washington St. rezoning
• Resolution regarding a ban on natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations
• Resolution to support pollinator habitat in Ann Arbor
• Discussion of Environmental Commission Policy Recommendations for 2024

The Commission unanimously approved a resolution to support pollinator habitat in Ann Arbor, which was forwarded to the City Council. A resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations was tabled, as were discussions on 2024 policy recommendations.

• Approved Resolution to Support Pollinator Habitat in Ann Arbor as amended (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations
• Tabled discussion of Environmental Commission Policy Recommendations for 2024
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Renters Commission

The meeting agenda for the Ann Arbor Renters Commission consists of standard procedural steps, such as call to order and approval of agenda. No specific topics for discussion or decision are listed in the document.

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is considering several resolutions regarding administrative plans, rent approvals, and audits. The body will also review authorizations for the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation to take actions related to property acquisitions.

• Acquisition of 121 E. Catherine
• Acquisition of 1484 W. Liberty and 1540 Siller Terrace
• Approval of CY2023 Public Housing Flat Rents
• Approval of the Colonial Oaks Audit for FY22
• Approval of the AAHC FY23 Annual Action Plan

The Housing Commission approved the FY23 Annual Action Plan and authorized the acquisition of three properties. The board also approved updated rent standards, administrative plan amendments, and financial audits.

• Approved FY23 Annual Action Plan (voice vote)
• Authorized acquisition of 121 E. Catherine (voice vote)
• Authorized acquisition of 1484 W. Liberty and 1540 Siller Terrace (voice vote)
• Approved CY2023 Public Housing Flat Rents (voice vote)
• Approved AAHDC FY22 990 Tax Return (voice vote)
• Approved Colonial Oaks FY22 Audit (voice vote)
• Approved amendments to ACOP regarding over-income families (voice vote)
• Approved Administrative Plan amendments for Project-Based Vouchers and payment standards (voice vote)

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission will consider a resolution recommending an amendment to a professional services agreement with Altura Solutions, LLC. The meeting also includes updates on the Greenbelt and various park projects, as well as a presentation regarding Dolph Park.

• Resolution to recommend approval of Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Altura Solutions, LLC
• Presentation regarding Dolph Park/Sister Lakes Neighborhood
• Greenbelt update
• Review of 2023 policy agenda items and PROS goals
• Updates on parks project status, planning, and facilities

The Park Advisory Commission unanimously approved a resolution to recommend Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Altura Solutions, LLC. The Commission also unanimously approved its Policy Agenda Items.

• Approved recommendation for Amendment 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Altura Solutions, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Park Advisory Commission Policy Agenda Items (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The commission will hold elections for its Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes discussions regarding pretextual stops, disability data, and a new sub-committee on policies.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Police Chief Search update
• Discussion on Pretextual Stops
• New Sub-Committee on Policies
• Review of Community Outreach List

The commission elected new leadership and approved the January 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the police chief search, the city's sanctuary status, and potential policy changes regarding pretextual traffic stops.

• Elected Stefani Carter as Chair and F. Todoro-Hargreaves as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes with changes (Voice vote)

City Council

The Ann Arbor City Council is considering a $3.5 million grant to acquire eight duplexes for affordable housing. The council will also review rezoning for 415 West Washington and approve several large-scale utility construction contracts.

• $3,500,000 ARPA grant for the acquisition of 8 duplexes on Liberty, Virginia, and Siller Terrace
• Rezoning of 2.5 acres at 415 West Washington to a Planned Unit Development District
• $3,242,493.43 construction contract for Broadway Water Main and Resurfacing Project
• $4,203,293.63 contract for 2023 Miscellaneous Utility Projects
• Ordinance amendment to require carbon monoxide detectors in housing

Council approved several infrastructure contracts and a $3.5M grant for the acquisition of eight duplexes for affordable housing. They also authorized a new commercial solid waste franchise agreement and a redesign of the city flag.

• Approved $3.5M ARPA grant for 8 affordable housing duplexes
• Approved $14.66M commercial solid waste franchise with Waste Management of Michigan, Inc.
• Approved $4.2M contract with Fonson Company, Inc. for 2023 utility projects
• Approved $3.24M contract with Bailey Excavating, Inc. for Broadway water main project
• Approved rezoning of 2.5 acres at 415 West Washington to PUD on first reading
• Approved resolution to redesign the City of Ann Arbor City flag
• Approved appointment of Rosanita Ratcliff to Commission on Disability Issues
• Directed City Administrator to negotiate a new natural gas franchise

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee will discuss legislative updates and infrastructure funding requests. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a policy agenda committee enabling resolution and the Town Center proposal for the Federal Building site.

• Legislative Update
• Infrastructure funding priorities and requests
• Discussion of Policy Agenda Committee enabling resolution
• Discussion of Federal Building site and Town Center proposal

The Council Policy Agenda Committee approved a recommendation to update its enabling resolution regarding member appointments and the policy agenda document. The committee also received updates on state and federal legislative activity and infrastructure funding requests.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended changes to the Council Policy Agenda Committee enabling resolution to Council (unanimous)

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will consider a resolution supporting an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations. The meeting includes discussions on apartment waitlist remedies and the enforcement of Right to Renew and Early Leasing Ordinances. Additionally, the commission will review the impacts of recent snowstorms on renters.

• Resolution in support of an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations
• Discussion regarding enforcement processes for Right to Renew and Early Leasing Ordinances
• Discussion of remedies related to the apartment waitlist issue
• Presentation on Rental Housing Services
• Discussion of recent snowstorms and renter impacts

The Renters Commission approved a resolution to amend the Housing Code to require carbon monoxide detectors in rental units. A resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations was postponed. Several other business items and reports were postponed to the April 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved resolution to amend Section 8-527 of Chapter 105 (Housing Code) to require carbon monoxide detectors (6-0)
• Postponed resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations to April 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Postponed discussion on apartment waitlist remedies, snowstorm impacts, and HHSAB liaison to April 20, 2023 (Unanimous)

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission will hear presentations regarding the Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, and various city updates. The agenda includes a review of the ADA Coordinator position description draft and discussion on formalizing recruiting procedures.

• Review of ADA Coordinator Position Description Draft
• Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Print Disabled March Highlights
• Transportation Commission February Minutes update
• Discussion on formalizing recruiting procedures

The commission approved the February 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed recruiting procedures, ADA coordinator position updates, and accessible parking concerns during downtown street closures.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote carried)

Transportation Commission

The Ann Arbor Transportation Commission is reviewing an amendment to the Spin agreement for e-bikes. The commission will also discuss congressional funding requests for pedestrian signal upgrades and a train station. Additionally, staff will provide updates on 2023 resurfacing projects and sidewalk gap prioritization.

• Amendment to the Spin agreement for e-bikes
• Congressional funding requests for pedestrian signals and a train station
• 2023 resurfacing and related projects update
• Crosswalk design guidelines discussion
• Sidewalk gap prioritization process review

The Transportation Commission voted to propose an amendment to the Spin agreement to include e-bicycles. The commission also voted to endorse congressional funding requests for a train station and pedestrian signal projects. Both actions were forwarded to the City Council.

• Proposed approval of Spin agreement amendment for e-bicycles (Unanimous)
• Endorsed congressional support letters for Pedestrian Signal Upgrade Project and Ann Arbor Station Project (Unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will review reports on fuel usage, hangar occupancy, and airport operations. The committee will also discuss the proposed FY2024 airport budget and noise abatement programs.

• FY2024 Proposed Airport Budget summary
• Airport Operations through January 2023
• Airport Fuel Usage through January 2023
• Airport Hangar Occupancy through February 2023
• Environmental Assessment project update

The Committee decided to eliminate agricultural activity within the airport's fenced area starting with the 2024 growing season to minimize birds. To offset lost revenue and higher mowing costs, t-hangar rates will increase by 1.85%.

• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Decided to eliminate agricultural activity within the fenced area starting in 2024
• Approved 1.85% increase in t-hangar rates to cover loss of agricultural revenue and mowing costs

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will review presentations regarding the Community Climate Action Millage budget and an Equitable Engagement Report. The commission will also consider resolutions related to energy equity, performance transparency, and a potential ban on natural gas connections in new construction.

• Presentation of Community Climate Action Millage FY24 and FY25 Budget
• Presentation of Equitable Engagement Report
• Resolution requesting engagement with the Michigan Legislature regarding energy equity and resilience
• Second reading of a resolution to improve transparency of climate, energy, and A2ZERO performance
• First reading of a resolution supporting an ordinance to ban natural gas connections in new construction

The Energy Commission approved two resolutions to be forwarded to the City Council regarding energy equity and climate performance transparency. The commission also received presentations on the Community Climate Action Millage budget and the City’s Equitable Engagement Report.

• Approved resolution requesting City Administrator engage with Michigan Legislature and Public Service Commission on energy equity and resilience
• Approved resolution to improve transparency of City climate, energy, and A2ZERO-related performance (11-0)
• Approved 1/10/2023 meeting minutes
• Introduced resolution to ban natural gas connections in new construction and major renovations

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee is reviewing staff reports and budget performance for March 2023. The meeting includes updates on the Bryant Neighborhood, Gallup Park, and the S. State Street Median Project.

• March Staff Report
• March Budget Report
• March Projects & Budget Breakdown
• Bryant Neighborhood Update
• S. State Street Median Project

The committee decided to include approximately 33 ornamental and shade trees for Arbor Oaks Park within the $40,000 allocated for equity-based tree planting projects. Members also discussed long-term strategic priorities and future collaborations with Traffic Engineering.

• Approved approximately 33 trees for Arbor Oaks Park using the $40,000 equity-based planting budget
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will discuss proposed changes to City Council rules and the evaluation process for the City Attorney. The agenda also includes a technology demonstration from the City Attorney's Office.

• Proposed changes to City Council rules
• City Attorney evaluation process
• City Attorney's Office technology demo
• Discussion on future updates and emergency issues

The Council Administration Committee approved moving forward with revisions to Council Rules 12A and 5A, subject to staff cautions. The committee also moved to begin the City Attorney evaluation process. Other items included a technology demo for the City Attorney's Office.

• Approved moving forward with proposed revisions to Council Rule 12A and Rule 5A
• Approved motion to start City Attorney evaluation process
• Approved agenda
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will hold a working session to hear a presentation on the Equitable Engagement Report. The agenda also includes a communication to the commission and opportunities for public comment.

• 23-0429 Equitable Engagement Report presentation by Heather Seyfarth
• 23-0428 Communication to the Commission

The meeting consisted of a presentation on the Equitable Engagement Report and a communication to the Commission. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.

Environmental Commission

The commission will hear a presentation on the Equitable Engagement Report and a presentation regarding biosolids and wastewater management. Commissioners are also scheduled to discuss the performance of the Solid Waste Budget.

• Presentation of Equitable Engagement Report
• Presentation on Biosolids and Wastewater Management
• Discussion of Solid Waste Budget
• Request for 2024 Environmental Commission Policy Recommendations

The Commission received presentations on the Equitable Engagement Report and wastewater management. Discussion regarding the solid waste budget was tabled until the April meeting to allow for staff attendance. Members were asked to propose 2024 policy recommendations through existing working groups.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 01/26/2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled solid waste budget discussion until April meeting

Housing and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will conduct a public hearing regarding the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. Other business includes member reappointments, by-law amendments, and discussions on mental health and public safety millage.

• Public Hearing: HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• City Ordinance Amendment - Payment in Lie of Taxes
• Amending HHSAB By-Laws
• Recruitment for a New Liaison to Renters' Commission
• County Mental Health & Public Safety Millage Discussion

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is conducting hearings regarding various residential property changes. These items include proposed rear additions, window replacements, and porch or deck modifications.

• Two rear additions at 543 Detroit
• Window replacement at 634 Turner Park Court
• Screen porch and garage at 226 S Seventh
• Window and deck modification at 804 Third
• Rear addition at 208 S Seventh

The Historic District Commission granted certificates of appropriateness for four residential projects in the Old Fourth Ward and Old West Side districts. One application for window replacement was withdrawn because it was incomplete.

• Approved rear additions, roofdeck, and window/vent changes at 543 Detroit (4-0)
• Approved screen porch, mud room, shed dormer, and two-story garage at 226 S Seventh (4-0)
• Approved window modifications and a new 19’ x 12’2” deck at 804 Third (4-0)
• Approved 1 ¾ story rear addition with deck and egress window at 208 S Seventh (4-0)
• Withdrew window replacement application at 634 Turner Park Court due to being incomplete

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting and a special working session. The agenda includes an update regarding the 415 W Washington redevelopment.

• Update on 415 W Washington Redevelopment (23-0413)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will hear a presentation regarding the Equitable Engagement Initiative. The meeting also includes discussions on Washtenaw ID/NDO and Fair Chances Access to Housing.

• Presentation by Heather Seyfarth on Equitable Engagement Initiative and Findings
• Discussion of Washtenaw ID/NDO
• Discussion of Fair Chances Access to Housing
• Q&A with City Administrator Milton Dohoney

The Commission approved the January 2023 meeting minutes with changes. Members received presentations and updates on facial recognition technology, contractor compliance, and LGBTQ+ community needs.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes with changes (voice vote)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is considering a proposal for a 6-story facility featuring 139 guestrooms. The project includes a ground floor with a lobby, breakfast area, meeting rooms, and bar/lounge, as well as a rooftop terrace.

• Proposed 6-story, 139 guestroom hotel at 300 East Huron Street and 312 East Huron Street

The Design Review Board discussed the design plan for a proposed 139-guestroom hotel at 300 and 312 East Huron Street. The board provided a series of design recommendations and comments for the developers to consider for the site plan application.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Issued design recommendations for 300 East Huron Street project

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission is holding a special working session to discuss a Pre-PUD application conference for 711 Church Street. The commission will also hear a consultant introduction regarding the Comprehensive Plan and review various communications.

• Pre-PUD Application Conference for 711 Church Street: proposed 19-story, 525,000 square foot building including up to 350 apartments, 1,050 beds, 350 bike parking spaces, and 100 parking spaces
• Comprehensive Plan consultant introduction

The commission held a special working session to review a pre-PUD application for 711 Church Street and a consultant introduction for the Comprehensive Plan. The minutes record no formal votes or final decisions.

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning ordinances and development agreements. The agenda also includes a consent agenda featuring multiple service contracts, equipment purchases, and street closures.

• Rezoning of 67.6 acres at 1680 Dhu Varren Road and other locations to R4A Multiple-Family Dwelling District
• Approval of the Village of Ann Arbor site plan and development agreement at 1680 Dhu Varren Road
• Cost sharing agreement with Downtown Development Authority for an electric street sweeper ($129,222.50 DDA share)
• Grant program for artists and arts organizations using ARPA funds ($500,000)
• Purchase order for replacement parts at the Wastewater Treatment Plant ($73,000.00)

Council approved the site plan, development agreement, and brownfield plan for The Village of Ann Arbor at 1680 Dhu Varren Road. Other actions included approving a $4.5M waste recovery contract extension and reallocating funds for eviction protection.

• Approved site plan and development agreement for The Village of Ann Arbor (voice vote)
• Approved brownfield plan for The Village of Ann Arbor (voice vote)
• Approved $4,534,303 contract extension with Recycle Ann Arbor (voice vote)
• Approved reallocation of FY23 Human Services Partnership funds to eviction protection (voice vote)
• Approved $2,042,855 health care plan contract renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (voice vote)
• Approved $928,930 police dispatch services contract extension with Washtenaw County (voice vote)
• Authorized legal action to enforce 2006 settlement agreement with Gelman Sciences, Inc. (voice vote)
• Referred Energy Equity and Resilience Resolution to the Energy Commission (voice vote)

City-School Committee (Ann Arbor Public Schools Liaisons)

This meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, discussions, or decisions are listed for this session.

The committee identified four major priorities for its work: climate, environment, and sustainability; AAPS/City Rec & Ed; safety and transportation; and equity. Several other agenda items were removed or deleted from the meeting.

• Approved removal of agenda items 2 through 7
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Established priorities: Climate, Environment, and Sustainability; AAPS/City Rec & Ed; Safety and Transportation; and Equity

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission will review staff reports, budget reviews, and updates on the Buy-Protect-Sell program. The commission will also enter a closed session to discuss land acquisition.

• Buy-Protect-Sell update
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition

The Commission recommended the purchase of development rights for application ID 2022-05 in Scio Township. This action includes a participation agreement with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation and the appropriation of up to $150,000 from millage proceeds.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Entered closed session to discuss land acquisition (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of development rights for application ID 2022-05 in Scio Township (voice vote)
• Recommended participation agreement with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation (voice vote)
• Recommended appropriation of funds not to exceed $150,000 from Open Space and Parkland Preservation Millage Proceeds (voice vote)

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The commission will hear a presentation regarding the Community Policing Innovations Initiative. The agenda also includes discussions on the Police Chief Search and the creation of a new Sub-Committee on Policies.

• Presentation by Jessica Drake on Community Policing Innovations Initiative
• Discussion regarding Police Chief Search
• Creation of New Sub-Committee on Policies
• Approval of January 2023 meeting minutes

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission is reviewing resolutions regarding a grant application for Buhr Park Ice Arena improvements and a $15,000.00 parking lot lease. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing a bike pump track committee and updates on park capital projects.

• Land and Water Conservation Grant Application for Buhr Park Ice Arena
• $15,000.00 lease with Huron River Holdings, Inc. for parking lot use
• Establishment of a Bike Pump Track Ad-Hoc Committee
• Park Planning Capital Project Update

The Park Advisory Commission approved a grant application for Buhr Park Ice Arena and a parking lot lease. The commission also established a new ad-hoc committee for a bike pump track.

• Approved resolution to apply for Land and Water Conservation Grant for Buhr Park Ice Arena (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Huron River Holdings, Inc. for parking lots at 412 and 416 Longshore Drive for $15,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to establish a Bike Pump Track Ad-Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will discuss a petition regarding an Office District amendment. The agenda also includes a communication to the Ordinance Revisions Committee.

• Office District Amendment Petition and Considerations (23-0336)
• Communication to ORC Committee (23-0337)

Housing Commission

The Ann Arbor Housing Commission will consider resolutions to amend its administrative plan and ACOP regarding payment standards, vouchers, and termination reasons. The meeting also includes reviewing the Colonial Oaks audit and approving 2023 public housing flat rents.

• Approval of the Colonial Oaks Audit for fiscal year 2022
• Approval of the AAHDC 990 Tax Return for fiscal year 2022
• Amendments to administrative plans regarding payment standards and project-based vouchers
• Approval of CY2023 Public Housing Flat Rents
• Presentation by Community Action Network

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances regarding housing project tax exemptions and non-discrimination laws. The agenda also includes resolutions for water treatment contracts, equipment purchases, and gun safety laws.

• Ordinance to amend tax exemptions for housing projects
• Ordinance to update non-discrimination laws regarding government IDs
• $450,000 agreement with University of Michigan for water treatment research
• $228,300 purchase of electric bucket trucks
• Resolution in support of common-sense gun safety laws

City Council adopted a resolution supporting common-sense gun safety laws and approved a collaborative planning process to widen the East Medical Center Bridge. The council also approved several water treatment engineering contracts and equipment purchases via the consent agenda.

• Approved resolution in support of common-sense gun safety laws (voice vote)
• Approved collaborative planning to widen East Medical Center Bridge (7-1)
• Approved $86,035 increase for Bandemer Park Bridge repairs
• Approved $450,000 agreement with University of Michigan for water treatment research
• Approved $228,300 for one all-electric and one electric hybrid bucket truck
• Approved $283,146.60 purchase of an Elgin street sweeper
• Approved Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Union at A2 - 2050 Commerce Drive
• Postponed resolution for Monroe Street Fair street closings until 3/6/2023

City of Ann Arbor Water System Advisory Council

The Council discussed strategies to meet the 2025 Lead and Copper Rule deadline for service line inventory, including new outreach methods for unresponsive property owners. The body also reviewed the status of spring/summer line replacements and the 2023 lead sampling cycle.

• Approved agenda as presented

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will discuss the FY2024 Budget Recommendations Report and February 2023 budget updates. The agenda includes a project proposal for tree planting in the Old 4th Ward Historic District. Updates on Bryant Park, Gallup Park, and Tree Equity Planting projects are also scheduled.

• FY2024 Budget Recommendations Report discussion
• Old 4th Ward Historic District Project Proposal (tree planting)
• February 2023 Budget Report and breakdown
• Updates on Bryant Park, Gallup Park, and Tree Equity Planting projects

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Council Policy Agenda Committee on February 16, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda included discussions regarding infrastructure, legislative updates, and a committee enabling resolution.

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will discuss proposed changes to the housing code regarding requirements for carbon monoxide detectors. The meeting also includes a report on rental unit waitlists in Ann Arbor and updates from the Tenant Education Committee.

• Proposed amendment to Housing Code Section 8-527 for carbon monoxide detectors
• Report on rental unit waitlists in Ann Arbor
• Update from the Tenant Education Committee
• Discussion of current Renters Commission vacancies

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. Other business included presentations on carbon monoxide detector requirements and rental unit waitlists, though no formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission on Disability Issues will hear presentations from various community organizations and city officials. The commission is also scheduled to vote on a candidate for the commission.

• Vote on CODI Candidate, Rosanita Ratcliff
• Presentation by Interim Chief of Police Aimee Metzer
• Presentation by Director of Organizational Equity Laura Orta
• Update from Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled
• Update from Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living

The Commission on Disability Issues voted to forward a candidate's application to the Mayor's office for approval. The body also received updates on the hiring process for a city ADA coordinator and local transportation improvements.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes
• Voted to send Rosanita Radcliff's application to the Mayor's office for approval
• Accepted the formal resignation of Commissioner Christiana Allen-Pipkin

Transportation Commission

The commission will review the 2022 Annual Report and discuss input for the Fiscal Year 2024 Policy Agenda. The meeting also includes updates on the Earhart Road project and a report on 2022 fourth-quarter bike and pedestrian crashes.

• Review of Transportation Commission 2022 Annual Report
• Discussion of FY24 Policy Agenda recommendations
• Earhart Road project update
• Pavement Condition Dashboard overview
• 2022 Quarter 4 bike and pedestrian crash report

The commission met to review the 2022 Annual Report and provide input for the FY24 Policy Agenda. The meeting included updates on the Earhart Project and the Pavement Condition Dashboard. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Agenda
• Approved January 2023 Meeting Minutes

City Planning Commission

The commission will review a rezoning petition to convert a 2.5-acre parcel at 415 West Washington into a Planned Unit Development. The proposal includes 157 residential units and a segment of the Treeline trail. The meeting also includes discussions on downtown zoning outcomes and a setback amendment for 2195 East Ellsworth.

• Rezoning 415 West Washington from PL to PUD for 157 residential units
• Review of Downtown Zoning Outcomes/Premiums
• Pre-PUD application conference for 2195 East Ellsworth regarding front yard setbacks

The Commission unanimously recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve the rezoning of a 2.5-acre city-owned parcel to a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The proposal includes 157 residential units and a segment of the Treeline trail. The decision follows a public hearing where residents expressed conflicting views on floodplain development and affordable housing.

• Recommended approval of 415 West Washington PUD rezoning and Supplemental Regulations (8-0)
• Approved amendment to allow a 10-foot minimum setback along Liberty Street for 415 West Washington
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Renters Commission

This meeting of the Ann Arbor Renters Commission consists of procedural items including public comment and discussion. The provided agenda does not list specific topics or motions for decision.

• No specific legislative or administrative items were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $3,000,000 HUD grant for the Housing Commission and a $1,479,493 construction contract. The agenda includes ordinances regarding storm water management and the creation of a new historic district. Council will also consider rezoning 67.6 acres and a site plan for 530 N. Division Street.

• $3,000,000.00 HUD grant for Ann Arbor Housing Commission
• $1,479,493.00 contract with Doan Construction Co.
• Rezoning 67.6 acres at Dhu Varren Road and Pontiac Trail
• Establishing the Robert and Erma Hayden House Historic District
• Site plan approval for 530 N. Division Street

City Council approved a $3 million HUD grant for the Ann Arbor Housing Commission and a $1.48 million sanitary manhole project. The council also passed several street closure resolutions for university events and approved a site plan for 530 N. Division St.

• Approved $3,000,000 HUD grant and subrecipient agreement with Ann Arbor Housing Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $1,479,493.00 construction contract with Doan Construction Co. for Sanitary Manhole Raising Project
• Approved 530 N. Division St. PUD Site Plan
• Approved street closings for UM Presidential Inauguration (March 6-8), Big House 5K (April 16), and Time to Teal 5K (May 14)
• Adopted Board of Review Guidelines for Poverty Exemptions from Property Taxation
• Approved second reading of ordinances for Storm Water Management, Robert and Erma Hayden House Historic District, and 530 N. Division St. rezoning
• Approved first reading of rezoning for 67.6 acres at Dhu Varren Road and Pontiac Trail
• Postponed resolution for East Medical Center Bridge collaborative planning until 2/21/2023

Renters Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and roll call. No specific topics or decisions are listed for the discussion portion of the meeting.

• No specific topics or actions are listed on this agenda.

Cable Communications Commission

This meeting agenda consists of procedural items and a CTN report. No specific details are provided for the regular business portion of the meeting.

• CTN Report

City Council

The City Council is conducting a planning work session regarding the fiscal year 2024 budget. This meeting will not be broadcast on Zoom or CTN.

• FY 24 budget planning session presentation

City Council conducted a planning work session where the City Administrator presented highlights of the proposed budget and introduced new department projects. No substantive votes or policy decisions were made during this session.

• Received and filed the City Administrator's proposed budget presentation

Council Liquor License Review Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to recommend approving a liquor license for Liberty Drinks, LLC at 118 W Liberty. Members will also discuss revising the list of approved establishments in the Main Street Social District. The agenda includes business regarding annual renewals of on-premise liquor licenses.

• Liquor license recommendation for Liberty Drinks, LLC (118 W Liberty)
• Revision of approved establishments in the Main Street Social District
• Annual renewal of on-premise liquor licenses

The Council Liquor License Review Committee recommended two resolutions for City Council adoption. These include a new liquor license for Liberty Drinks, LLC and updates to the Main Street Social District participating establishments.

• Recommended approval of Downtown Development District Liquor License for Liberty Drinks, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended revision of approved participating establishments in the Main Street Social District (voice vote)
• Approved January 6, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The LDFA will review the FY2024 draft budget and its timing plan. The agenda includes updates on the Fiber Project and the SPARK 2nd Quarter Report. Financial and administrative reports for the second quarter of FY2023 are also scheduled for review.

• LDFA Draft Budget - FY2024
• Fiber Project Update and cost benefit analysis
• Smartzone 2nd Quarter Financial Report - FY2023
• SPARK - LDFA 2nd Quarter Report - FY2023
• Approval of December 8, 2022, special meeting minutes

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the meeting agenda and the December 8, 2022, special meeting minutes. The board reviewed financial reports, a fiber project update, and SPARK's second-quarter metrics. A draft budget for FY2024 was presented for future approval.

• Approved meeting agenda with changes
• Approved 23-0013 LDFA Special Meeting Minutes from 12.08.2022

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss draft Natural Features Ordinances led by Commissioner Graham. The meeting also includes a report from Sean Reynolds regarding OSI's air quality monitoring efforts.

• Discussion of draft Natural Features Ordinances
• Report on Air Quality Monitoring regarding OSI's efforts
• Approval of January 12, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. A motion to pass proposed Natural Features ordinance updates to the City Council was tabled. Council members Disch and Akmon will bring the updates to the City Administrator for staff review.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 01/12/23 meeting minutes
• Tabled resolution to pass Natural Features ordinance updates to City Council

Independent Community Police Oversight Commission

The commission will receive a special presentation from Interim Police Chief Aimee Metzer. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2023 meeting calendar, recruitment for the new police chief, and an update on an ICPOC working session.

• Presentation by Interim Police Chief Aimee Metzer
• Approval of October and November 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of the 2023 ICPOC meeting calendar
• Update on the new police chief search
• Update on an ICPOC working session

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several large-scale infrastructure contracts, including bridge rehabilitation and water main replacement. The agenda also includes an ordinance for a new historic district and a legal settlement regarding a lawsuit against the city.

• $9,657,770.26 contract for East Medical Center Drive Bridge Rehabilitation and Widening Project
• $5,742,710.73 contract for South Main Street Water Main Replacement and Resurfacing Project
• Ordinance establishing the Robert and Erma Hayden House Historic District
• Settlement of Rasiel Alvarez-Rodriguez v. City of Ann Arbor
• $925,367.00 agreement for project management for East Medical Center Drive Bridge

City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a water main replacement project. The council also advanced a historic district ordinance and authorized a legal settlement. A contract for the East Medical Center Drive Bridge project was postponed to February 6, 2023.

• Approved $5.7M South Main Street Water Main Replacement and Resurfacing contract
• Approved $925,367 professional services agreement with Fishbeck for East Medical Center Drive Bridge project
• Approved $953,337.61 contract extension with WeCare Denali LLC for compost facility management
• Approved $90,000 agreement with Henry Ford Health for occupational medical surveillance
• Approved $110,462 purchase order to The Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG), Inc
• Approved first reading of ordinance establishing Robert and Erma Hayden House Historic District
• Approved settlement of Rasiel Alvarez-Rodriguez v. City of Ann Arbor
• Postponed East Medical Center Drive Bridge construction contract to 2/6/2023

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is meeting to receive a legislative update from Deputy City Administrator John Fournier. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding legislative strategy.

• Legislative update by Deputy City Administrator John Fournier
• Discussion of legislative strategy
• Approval of December 6, 2022, draft minutes

The committee received updates on state and federal legislative movements. Staff discussed strategies for prioritizing efforts regarding housing affordability, pedestrian safety, and property taxes. No new ordinances or policies were voted upon.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Renters Commission

The Renters Commission will receive updates from the Tenant Education and Right to Renew committees. The commission will also discuss preparations for future meetings and hear reports from various liaisons.

• Tenant Education Committee Update
• Right to Renew Committee Update regarding rental housing renewal best practices
• University of Michigan Community Partner/Grant Update
• Planning for the February 16 meeting
• Review of various communications

The Commission discussed a draft document regarding best practices for renters, landlords, the City of Ann Arbor, and the University of Michigan. No substantive policy changes were voted upon during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Right to Renew Committee draft document
• Received and filed various communications

Audit Committee

The Ann Arbor Audit Committee will review several fiscal year 2022 audits. These discussions include the DDA audit, the Ann Arbor Housing Commission audit, and the city's annual financial report.

• FY2022 DDA Audit
• FY2022 Ann Arbor Housing Commission Audit
• FY2022 City of Ann Arbor Annual Financial Report

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 25, 2022. Members received presentations on the FY2022 audits for the DDA, the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, and the City of Ann Arbor Annual Financial Report.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Housing Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the FY23 Annual Plan and Moving to Work (MTW) Plan. The agenda also includes resolutions to approve amended FY23 payment standards for voucher programs and the FY22 audit report.

• Public hearing for the FY23 Annual Plan and Moving to Work (MTW) Plan
• Resolution to approve amended FY23 payment standards for voucher programs
• Resolution to approve the FY22 audit report
• Executive Director Report

Commission on Disability Issues

The Commission on Disability Issues will review December 2022 meeting minutes and discuss a draft resolution to the Ann Arbor City Council. The agenda also includes updates on recruiting activity and reports from city personnel.

• Draft CODI Resolution (22-2003) to Ann Arbor City Council
• Review of December 2022 meeting minutes
• Transportation Commission update
• City Personnel Report

The Commission on Disability Issues approved its December 2022 meeting minutes. Members voted to table a draft resolution to the City Council and postponed a vote on candidate Rosanita Ratcliff until the February meeting.

• Approved December 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Tabled CODI Resolution to Ann Arbor City Council
• Postponed vote on candidate Rosanita Ratcliff until February meeting

Transportation Commission

The commission will hold Chair and Vice-Chair elections and review the 2022 annual report draft. Members will also provide input on the FY24 policy agenda recommendations. Staff updates include reports on transportation projects and crash trends.

• Chair/Vice-Chair elections
• Review of the 2022 Annual Report draft
• FY24 Policy Agenda recommendations
• Vision Zero Implementation Committee update
• Staff reports on transportation projects and crash trends

The Commission elected Bret Hautamaki as Chair and Megan Brovan as Vice-Chair. Action on the 2022 Annual Report was postponed until the next meeting. The body discussed FY24 policy agenda input and Vision Zero implementation.

• Elected Bret Hautamaki as Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Megan Brovan as Vice-Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed action on 2022 Annual Report (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote)

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee will review airport operations, fuel usage, and hangar occupancy through late 2022. Agenda items include an update on the Environmental Assessment project and the election of 2023 officers. Reports from Pittsfield and Lodi Townships are also scheduled.

• Environmental Assessment project update
• Election of 2023 officers
• Airport noise abatement procedure brochure
• Review of airport fuel usage and hangar occupancy
• Discussion on airport agricultural activity

The committee elected its 2023 leadership and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed the Runway Safety Extension Project's environmental assessment and the feasibility of mandatory noise abatement procedures.

• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Elected Greg Farris as Committee Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Elected Melanie McNicholas as Committee Vice-Chair for 2023 (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review a proposal for a new 12,097 square foot fire station to replace the existing Fire Station No 4. The agenda also includes reports from the Planning Manager and notice of upcoming public hearings.

• Proposed 12,097 square foot fire station at 2415 South Huron Parkway
• Planning Manager report regarding CIP Plan Memo for Hearing_2022 follow-up
• Notice of public hearings scheduled for February 7, 2023

The Planning Commission found that the proposed 12,097 square foot fire station at 2415 South Huron Parkway adheres to city private development standards. The approval includes specific exceptions for landscaping, street trees, and buffer requirements.

• Approved site plan for Fire Station No 4 at 2415 South Huron Parkway (7-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will conduct a review of its 2022 work and perform strategic planning for 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 27, 2022, meeting.

• Review of 2022 and Strategic Planning for 2023 (Item 22-1948)
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2022

The Commission approved the 2023 meeting calendar and discussed priority topics for the year. Commissioners self-elected to working groups as part of strategic planning for 2023.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar
• Approved 10/27/2022 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda