Charlevoix County public meetings in 2024
61 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The City of Charlevoix Historic District Commission will meet to discuss a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property on Park Avenue. The body will also address a National Register of Historic Places nomination and administrative planning for 2025.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 304 Park Avenue
- National Register of Historic Places nomination
- Annual Report
- 2025 Meeting Dates
- Appointment of officers for 2005
The Charlevoix Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 304 Park Avenue with a condition requiring the applicant to return with a revised approach for see-through visibility on the front gate and fence. The commission also approved the National Register of Historic Places Nomination Review Report and reappointed officers for 2025.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 304 Park Avenue with condition to revise front gate/fence for visibility (unanimous)
- Approved Certified Local Government National Register Nomination Review Report (unanimous)
- Reappointed Carol Kranz as Chair and Shelley Boehmer as Secretary for 2025 (unanimous)
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinance amendments: Lighting and Signs (Ordinance 854), Fines (Ordinance 856), and Planning Commission membership (Ordinance 855). The council will also consider a lease for a 2025 GMS Sierra pick‑up truck for the airport and a resignation from the Downtown Development Authority. Additional items include an AMI opt‑out policy, a ladder truck overhaul, and a mayoral appointment.
- Lease of 2025 GMS Sierra Pick‑up Truck for Airport
- Downtown Development Authority resignation – Kirby Dipert
- Amendment to Lighting and Signs Ordinance 854
- Amendment to Fines Ordinance 856
- Amendment to Planning Commission membership Ordinance 855
The Charlevoix City Council approved Ordinance 854 of 2024, amending the city's lighting and sign regulations to reduce light pollution and glare. The council also approved Ordinance 855 of 2024, changing Planning Commission membership requirements, and set a public hearing for a fines ordinance amendment. Additionally, the council approved an AMI opt-out policy, a ladder truck overhaul proposal, and mayoral appointments to the Recreation Advisory Committee.
- Approved Ordinance 854 of 2024 amending lighting and sign regulations (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 855 of 2024 amending Planning Commission membership (6-0)
- Set public hearing for January 6, 2025 on fines ordinance amendment (6-0)
- Approved AMI Opt-out Policy and Requirements (6-0)
- Approved ladder truck overhaul proposal from Heritage Fire Equipment (6-0)
- Confirmed mayoral appointments to Recreation Advisory Committee (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, payroll, and airport truck lease (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
General
The Charlevoix Board of Review will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 10, 2024. Items on the agenda include a public comment period, review of three pending petitions, and approval of the previous meeting’s minutes. No other actions are listed.
- Petition Review – December BOR Petitions 1‑3
- Approval of Minutes – prior meeting
- Public Comment – open to residents
The Charlevoix Board of Review approved all three December petitions (24DBOR-01, 24DBOR-02, 24DBOR-03) by unanimous voice votes. Chair Timms abstained from petition 24DBOR-03 due to a conflict of interest. The board also appointed the chair to approve the December meeting minutes.
- Approved petition 24DBOR-01 (unanimous)
- Approved petition 24DBOR-02 (unanimous)
- Approved petition 24DBOR-03 (unanimous; Timms abstained)
- Appointed chair to approve December minutes
Planning Commission
The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will review regulations for accessory buildings and a proposed new section regarding residential decks above the first floor. The body will also discuss 2025 priorities and the annual report.
- 153.116 Accessory Buildings
- 153.160 Residential Decks Above First Floor (proposed new section)
- 2025 Priorities and Activities
- Annual Report Discussion
The Charlevoix Planning Commission voted unanimously to send two zoning ordinance amendments to a public hearing in January 2025. One amendment sets height limits for accessory buildings (16 feet at 6-foot setback, 20 feet at 8-foot setback, with detached ADUs allowed up to 20 feet). The other proposes a new section banning rooftop decks in residential areas. The commission also discussed 2025 priorities and agreed to expand its annual report format.
- Approved sending accessory building height ordinance to public hearing (unanimous)
- Approved sending residential rooftop deck ban to public hearing (unanimous)
- Agreed to expand annual report with more data and bring back for approval in Jan/Feb 2025
City Council
The City Council will review a tasting room license for Grand Traverse Distillers, LLC and a dock application for Burns Street. The body will also set a public hearing regarding Planning Commission membership.
- Off-Premises Tasting Room License for Grand Traverse Distillers, LLC
- Burns Street Dock Application and Requirements
- Public hearing setting for Planning Commission membership amendment
- Match on Main Grant Policy & Process
- State Grant for Snow Removal Equipment
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinance amendments: Amendment to Disorderly Conduct, Ordinance 853 of 2024, and Amendment to Lighting and Signs, Ordinance 854 of 2024. The council will also consider a redevelopment liquor license application and routine consent‑agenda items such as meeting minutes, financial registers, airport fees, and grant support. Additional business includes appointments to the Board of Review and standard reports and comments.
- Public hearing: Amendment to Disorderly Conduct, Ordinance 853 of 2024
- Public hearing: Amendment to Lighting and Signs, Ordinance 854 of 2024
- Review of redevelopment liquor license application
- Consent agenda items (meeting minutes, accounts payable, airport fees, lighthouse grant support, investment update)
- Council members appointment to Board of Review
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will review a site plan for the Pinebridge Place townhomes at 1522 Bridge Street. Commissioners will discuss proposed changes to Zoning Ordinance Section 153.145, which addresses fences and walls. Old business includes a review of rooftop decks. Public comment not related to agenda items is also scheduled.
- Site plan review – 1522 Bridge Street Pinebridge Place Townhomes
- Discussion of amendments to Zoning Ordinance Section 153.145 (Fences and Walls)
- Old business: review of rooftop decks
City Council
The City Council will review a $29,684.00 expenditure for a water treatment plant pump rebuild. The body is also setting a public hearing for an amendment to the Disorderly Conduct ordinance.
- High Service Pump Rebuild for Water Treatment Plant: $29,684.00
- Public hearing setting for Amendment to Disorderly Conduct, Ordinance 853 of 2024
- Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians Grant Application
- Replacement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
- New Year's Eve Holiday
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix County Planning Commission will conduct roll call, approve the agenda, and open a period for public comment not related to agenda items. Under new business, the commission will review the Michigan Association of Planners Conference. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Review Michigan Association of Planners Conference
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority Board will meet to review several ongoing and new initiatives. Items include an alley improvement grant for 211 Bridge Street, proposals for downtown public bathrooms, and agreements with the public library and the Chamber of Commerce. The board will also discuss concerts in the park and marketing opportunities.
- Alley Improvement Grant – 211 Bridge Street
- Downtown Bathrooms proposal
- DDA Agreement with Charlevoix Public Library
- Partnership Agreement with Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
- Concerts in the Park
City Council
The City Council will meet to approve the 2025 marina fee schedule and a water plant turbidity meter replacement. The meeting also includes a follow-up report on a deer cull from the Chief of Police.
- Water Plant Turbidity Meter Replacement: $32,382.00
- 2025 Marina Fee Approval
- General Liability & Property Insurance for 2024-25
- Deer Cull follow-up report by Chief of Police Jill McDonnell
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Shade Tree & Parks Commission
The Charlevoix Shade Tree & Parks Commission will meet on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, 210 State Street. The agenda includes marking tree planting locations throughout the city and staking the trees. A public comment period is also scheduled before adjournment.
- Marking tree planting locations throughout the city
- Tree planting staking
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a conditional rezone for a portion of 743 Petoskey Avenue. The meeting also includes time for public comment.
- Conditional rezone of a portion of 743 Petoskey Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Mixed Use District Ordinance. The body will also review a site plan for a duplex condominium development and discuss regulations for sign lighting and decks.
- Public hearing on Mixed Use District Ordinance Amendments
- Site plan approval for duplex condominium development at 1002 May Street
- Discussion on sign lighting
- Discussion on rooftop decks, ground decks, and patios
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will discuss a conditional rezoning of a portion of 743 Petoskey Avenue. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering minutes, financial registers, a power purchase commitment, a lease of a police patrol vehicle for 2025, a tree‑planting bid, an AI policy, and a grant from the Institute for Responsive Government. Additional public‑hearing items are a deer‑cull request, a redevelopment proposal for 109 Mason Street, and revised articles of incorporation for LCEMSA.
- Conditional rezone of a portion of 743 Petoskey Avenue
- Lease of Police Patrol Vehicle 2025
- 2024 ROW Tree Planting Bid
- 109 Mason Street Redevelopment Ready Proposal
- Institute for Responsive Government Grant
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Charlevoix City Election Commission will consider several consent agenda items. These include approving the July 9, 2024 meeting minutes, approving ballots, appointing precinct election inspectors, conducting a public accuracy test for the August primary election, and adopting a resolution outlining delegated duties. After the consent items, the meeting will open for public comment before adjourning.
- Approve July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approve ballots
- Appointment of precinct election inspectors
- Public accuracy test for August primary election
- Adopt resolution outlining delegated duties
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider a 2025 deer cull and approve contracts for the Belle River Power Plant and water tower maintenance. The body will also set a public hearing for a conditional rezone at 743 Petoskey Ave.
- Set Public Hearing: Conditional Rezone, 743 Petoskey Ave.
- Approve Water Tower Maintenance contract: $41,000
- Approve Belle River Power Plant Contract Amendments
- 2025 Deer Cull proposal discussed
- Approve September 3, 2024 City Council Meeting Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will review several agenda items, including a conditional rezoning of a portion of 743 Petoskey Ave and proposed changes to the city’s lighting ordinance. The commission will also conduct a site‑plan review for a small brewery at 743 Petoskey Ave and revisit a previously tabled site‑plan for a religious facility at 800 State St. Additional items include discussion of commercial mixed‑use standards and a zoning administrator report.
- Conditional rezone of a portion of 743 Petoskey Ave
- Proposed changes to 153.172 Lighting of the City of Charlevoix Zoning Ordinance
- Site plan review for a small brewery at 743 Petoskey Ave
- Site plan review of 800 State Street religious facility (tabled)
- Discussion of commercial mixed‑use standards
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will hear a presentation on the 2023‑24 fiscal year financial audit. It will adopt routine consent agenda items, including an electric service tariff edit and changes to the Marina 45‑day extended stay policy. The council will also consider a request for a temporary commercial slip lease at the City Marina.
- Introduction of Officer Charles Ramirez and Officer Donald Martin
- 2023‑24 Fiscal Year Financial Audit Presentation
- Electric Service Tariff Edit (consent agenda)
- Changes to Marina 45‑Day Extended Stay Policy (consent agenda)
- Temporary Commercial Slip Leasee at City Marina
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Charlevoix County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from William and Kelly Lockwood for interior side‑yard setbacks at 1209 Bridge Street. The board will review staff and applicant presentations, hear public comments, and then determine the findings of fact. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, approval of April 17, 2024 minutes, and a Zoning Administrator's report.
- Public hearing for variance request: interior side‑yard variances of 9'6" and 1'10" at 1209 Bridge Street
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024
- Zoning Administrator's report
- Public comment period
City Council
The City Council will meet to address several administrative items via a consent agenda. Discussions include a grant application for body-worn cameras and MDOT storm system maintenance. The council will also review a banquet facility permit recommendation.
- Michigan Township Participating Plan Grant Application for body-worn cameras
- 2024 Cleaning and Televising of MDOT Storm System
- Local Government Recommendation for Banquet Facility Permit
- Belle River Contract Amendments
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to appoint an interim director and discuss a partnership agreement with the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce. The board will also consider creating committees to review future Tax Increment Financing (TIF) projects for the downtown area and the marina.
- Appointment of Interim Director
- Partnership Agreement with Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
- Creation of committees for TIF projects at the Marina and Downtown
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning 115 Hurlbut Street from Commercial Mixed Use to a Central Business District. The commission will also review a site plan approval for 800 State Street Encounter Charlevoix and discuss a conditional rezoning of 743 Petoskey Avenue in a preliminary meeting. Additional items include a discussion of minimum lot sizes for Commercial Mixed Use and a request to schedule a future public hearing on a Lighting Ordinance.
- Public hearing to rezone 115 Hurlbut St from Commercial Mixed Use to Central Business District
- Site plan approval for 800 State Street Encounter Charlevoix
- Conditional rezoning discussion for 743 Petoskey Ave (preliminary meeting)
- Discussion of minimum lot size for Commercial Mixed Use
- Request for next month's agenda: public hearing for Lighting Ordinance
Shade Tree & Parks Commission
The Charlevoix Shade Tree & Parks Commission will meet to approve past minutes and discuss ongoing projects including stormwater areas, park trimming, and tree planting.
- Approval of May 9, 2024 minutes
- Ferry Beach Stormwater/Wetland Area review
- Michigan Beach Park trimming and pruning
- Scheduled tree removals
- 2024 Tree Planting
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, a MDOT trunkline maintenance contract, a half‑ton truck lease, and a medical benefit plan exemption option. The council will also hold a public hearing on the Pinebridge Place PILOT Ordinance. Additional reports and public comments will be heard before adjournment.
- Adopt Pinebridge Place PILOT Ordinance (public hearing)
- Approve MDOT Trunkline Maintenance Contract (consent agenda)
- Approve Half Ton Truck Lease through Enterprise Fleet (consent agenda)
- Adopt PA 152 Annual Exemption Option for 2024‑25 Medical Benefit Plan (consent agenda)
- Review Investment Update from City Treasurer (consent agenda)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of Review will meet to conduct a petition review. The meeting is primarily procedural.
- Petition review
City Council
The City Council will consider renewing a fire protection agreement and purchasing a dump body and slide in sander for $139,471.00. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a Pinebridge Place development agreement.
- Fire Protection Renewal Agreement
- Purchase of dump body and slide in sander for $139,471.00
- Public Hearing: Pinebridge Place PILOT & Development Agreement
- Extension of cross connection contract with Hydrocorp
- MML Worker's Compensation Fund Board of Trustees Election
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Shade Tree & Parks Commission
The commission will review scheduled tree removals and 2024 shade tree location recommendations. The agenda also includes updates on Ferry Beach stormwater areas and Michigan Beach Park pruning.
- Scheduled Tree Removals
- 2024 Shade Tree Location Recommendations
- Pine River Lane Trees
- Ferry Beach Stormwater/Wetland Area
- Michigan Beach Park Trimming and Pruning
General
The City of Charlevoix Election Commission is meeting to conduct election preparations. The agenda includes approving ballots and appointing precinct election inspectors. The commission will also perform a public accuracy test for the August Primary Election.
- Approval of ballots
- Appointment of Precinct Election Inspectors
- Public Accuracy Test for the August Primary Election
- Adoption of resolution outlining delegated duties
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Commercial and Residential Mixed-Use Corridor Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes discussion of the Lighting Ordinance.
- Public hearing for Commercial and Residential Mixed-Use Corridor Zoning Ordinance Amendments
- Discussion of the Lighting Ordinance
- Zoning Administrator Report
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Outdoor Storage Zoning Ordinance. The agenda also includes updates on Mt. McSauba playground equipment and several consent agenda items.
- Ordinance 850 of 2024: Outdoor Storage Zoning Ordinance Amendment
- Mt. McSauba Playground update and equipment purchase
- Charlevoix Yacht Club request for free parking
- 2024 Venetian Festival approvals
- Airport work orders from RS&H
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority Board is meeting to discuss a lease for the space located at 107 Bridge Park Drive. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and public comment.
- Lease for 107 Bridge Park Drive space
City Council
The City Council will set a public hearing regarding the Pinebridge Place PILOT and Development Agreement. The council will also discuss the Outdoor Storage Zoning Ordinance.
- Public hearing for Pinebridge Place PILOT & Development Agreement
- Discussion of Outdoor Storage Zoning Ordinance
- Transformer purchase for $14,745.15
- Water Tower Maintenance Engineering contract for $14,000
- Review of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) documents
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Mixed Use Overlay District. The commission will also discuss the Lighting Ordinance and review the annual report. A requested rezone for 800 State Street has been withdrawn by the applicant.
- Public Hearing: Mixed Use Overlay District
- Discussion of Lighting Ordinance
- Review of Planning Commission Annual Report
- Zoning Administrator Report
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to the sign ordinance for Bridge Park Drive and outdoor storage regulations. The agenda also includes consent agenda items such as parking restrictions on Palmer Street.
- Public hearing: Bridge Park Drive signage ordinance amendment
- Public hearing: Proposed amendments to outdoor storage
- Purchase of snow making guns for Mt. McSauba
- Prohibited parking on Palmer Street
- Revised private road sign standards
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Historic District Commission will review updates regarding CLG grants for the Train Depot and City Hall roof. The agenda also includes discussions on the National Register District Nomination and State Historic Tax Credit legislation.
- CLG Grant - Train Depot
- CLG Grant Application - City Hall Roof
- CLG Annual Report
- National Register District Nomination Update
- State Historic Tax Credit Legislation
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to Bridge Park Drive signage and outdoor storage regulations. The agenda also includes requests for park events and updates on beach concession operations.
- Public hearing: Proposed amendment for Bridge Park Drive signage
- Public hearing: Proposed amendments to outdoor storage
- Request from Great Lakes Center for the Arts for a concert truck in East Park
- Bridge Street Tap Room request for music in Bridge Park
- Discussion of Michigan Beach and Ferry Beach concession operations
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the rezoning of 800 State Street and a Mixed Use District Ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions on the lighting ordinance and 2024 priorities.
- Public hearing for rezone of 800 State Street
- Public hearing for Mixed Use District Ordinance
- Discussion regarding the lighting ordinance
- Review of 2024 priorities and activities
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Shade Tree & Parks Commission
The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will discuss 2024 plantings and requests. The meeting also includes an update on 2023 accomplishments and ongoing projects.
- Approval of January 11, 2024 minutes
- Update on 2023 accomplishments and ongoing projects
- Discussion regarding 2024 plantings and requests
- Discussion regarding approved tree list updates
City Council
The council will receive an update on the Election Emergency Response Plan and security. Public hearings are scheduled regarding Planning Commission membership and amendments to Bridge Park Drive signage and outdoor storage. The agenda also includes several contract renewals and administrative items.
- Election Emergency Response Plan and Security Update presentation
- Roof replacement contract with Edgewater Roofing Inc. for $33,366.22
- Public hearing regarding Planning Commission member Janet Coltman
- Proposed amendments to Bridge Park Drive signage
- Proposed amendments to outdoor storage rules
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Charlevoix DDA Board will review financial reports and the 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes a space proposal for Bridge Park Drive and the election of new officers. A closed session is also scheduled for the DDA Director's annual performance review.
- 2024-2025 Budget
- Bridge Park Drive Space Proposal
- Election of Officers
- DDA Director's Annual Performance Review
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a structure variance application by Price Building and Remodeling for 509 Newman Street. The meeting also includes the election of officers and setting future 2024 meeting dates.
- Public hearing for Price Building and Remodeling at 509 Newman Street
- Election of officers
- Setting future 2024 meeting dates
City Council
The City Council will review several items including a hydrant painting contract and an airport lease renewal. The agenda also includes the sale of a parcel south of US 31 S and discussion regarding community development software.
- $38,640 hydrant painting contract with Giant
- Island Airways Terminal lease renewal
- Sale of parcel south of US 31 S
- Airport professional consulting services selection
- Community development licensing and enforcement software
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
General
The City of Charlevoix Election Commission is meeting to conduct election-related administrative tasks. The agenda includes approving ballots, appointing precinct election inspectors, and conducting a public accuracy test for the Presidential Primary Election.
- Approval of Ballots
- Appointment of Precinct Election Inspectors
- Public Accuracy Test for the Presidential Primary Election
- Adoption of Resolution Outlining Delegated Duties
Planning Commission
The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will review commercial mixed-use zoning standards and a lighting ordinance during its regular meeting. Staff will present a zoning administrator report, while members handle routine administrative items like agenda approval and public comment.
- Review of Commercial Mixed-Use Standards, Regulations and Overlay Map
- Discussion of Lighting Ordinance updates
- Zoning Administrator staff report
- Approval of February 22 and March 11 meeting minutes
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments and receive a library update. The agenda includes several equipment purchases and a sewer maintenance renewal agreement with Charlevoix Public School. The meeting also addresses the Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Agreement.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendments public hearing
- Purchase of a Trackless Tractor for $208,899.55
- Purchase of a Leaf Vac Machine for $96,483
- Purchase of a Hot Patch Trailer for $29,815
- Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Agreement (2024-2028)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes a grant application for body-worn cameras and a discussion on the emergency alert siren.
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendments
- Michigan Township Participating Plan Grant Application for body-worn cameras
- Discussion regarding the Emergency Alert Siren
- Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding definitions, outdoor storage, and signs on Bridge Park Drive. They will also discuss a new lighting ordinance and continue work on commercial mixed-use standards and an overlay map. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and staff updates.
- Public hearing on Section 153.005 Definitions and 153.153 Outdoor Storage
- Public hearing on Section 153.209 (A) (3) Sign Ordinance Bridge Park Drive
- Discussion of a new Lighting Ordinance
- Old business: Commercial Mixed-Use Standards, Regulations and Overlay Map
- Staff updates: Zoning Report
General
The Charlevoix Board of Review is holding a regular meeting to present the 2024 assessment roll. This is a routine procedural item, with no other substantive business on the agenda. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.
- Presentation of 2024 Assessment Roll
General
The Charlevoix City Election Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly decide on consolidating election precincts for the May 7, 2024 special election. The only new business item is this consolidation proposal, presented by City Clerk Sarah Dvoracek. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.
- Consolidation of election precincts for May 7, 2024 special election
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and actions, including setting a hearing for zoning ordinance amendments, considering a short-term rental ordinance amendment, and a rezoning request for 13513 Division Street. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, payments, and contracts, including a $24,635.67 pavement marking contract and a $263,341 bridge streetlights project.
- Set public hearing for zoning ordinance amendments
- Short-term rental ordinance amendment
- Rezone of 13513 Division Street
- 2024 Pavement Marking Contract for $24,635.67
- Bridge Street Streetlights: $263,341
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss routine reports and several ongoing projects, including maintenance of the Bridge Park building and the Van Pelt Alley beautification project. The board will also consider streamlining committees and roles, and discuss downtown events and activities. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Bridge Park Building Maintenance (old business)
- Van Pelt Alley Beautification (Jr. DDA project)
- Streamlining committees and roles (new business)
- Downtown events and activities (new business)
General
The Charlevoix Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on commercial mixed-use standards and conduct a site plan review exercise. The agenda includes public comment and standard procedural items. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.
- Discussion of Commercial Mixed-Use Standards
- Site Plan Review exercise
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 13513 Division Street and a CDBG housing grant. They will also discuss design guidelines for commercial mixed-use buildings and the US 31 corridor, sign ordinance changes for Bridge Park Drive, and outdoor storage ordinance language. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and staff reports.
- Public hearing: Rezone of 13513 Division Street
- Public hearing: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Improving Local Livability Grant
- Discussion: Design guidelines for commercial mixed-use buildings and US 31 corridor
- Discussion: Sign ordinance changes for Bridge Park Drive
- Old business: Outdoor storage ordinance language
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent agenda and several public hearings to be scheduled. Key items include setting hearings for a commercial facilities exemption certificate transfer for VMB Properties, the CDBG housing program, budget amendments, the 2024-25 budget ordinance, and a short-term rental ordinance amendment. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, payroll, and a geothermal unit replacement at the marina.
- Set public hearing: VMB Properties, LLC Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate Transfer
- Set public hearing: CDBG Housing Improving Local Livability (CHILL) Program
- Set public hearing: Budget Amendment #1 for 2023-24
- Set public hearing: 2024-25 Budget Ordinance
- Set public hearing: Short Term Rental Ordinance Amendment
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
General
The Charlevoix City Election Commission is meeting to handle routine election administration for the upcoming presidential primary. They will consider approving the minutes, ballots, precinct election inspectors, a public accuracy test, and a resolution on delegated duties. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of ballots for the Presidential Primary Election
- Appointment of Precinct Election Inspectors
- Public Accuracy Test for the Presidential Primary Election
- Adoption of Resolution Outlining Delegated Duties
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Charlevoix City Council is holding its regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, payments, and several administrative items. The main substantive items are a review of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and an appointment to fill a vacant council seat. Public comment is scheduled.
- Emergency purchase of substation switches for $11,150
- 2024 Poverty Exemption Policy and Guidelines
- DTE Energy Gate Valve Easement Offer of Compensation
- Airport Parking Space Lease Agreement
- Appointment of Janet Kalbfell as 1st Ward Council Member
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Shade Tree & Parks Commission
The Charlevoix Shade Tree & Parks Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, review commissioner terms, and discuss tree planting updates. They will also set maintenance priorities and discuss new plantings for 2024. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve minutes from April 20, July 27, and September 14, 2023
- Review of commissioners' terms of service
- Tree planting update
- 2024 maintenance priorities discussion
- 2024 new planting discussion
Charlevoix DDA Board
The Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority Board is meeting to consider the 2024-2025 DDA budget, presented by Director Lindsey Dotson. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with public comment and adjournment.
- 2024-2025 DDA Budget presented by Director Lindsey Dotson
Planning Commission
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider a rezoning request for the Charlevoix County Administration property at 13513 Division Avenue, revise its bylaws, and discuss priorities for 2024. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, electing officers, and setting 2024 meeting dates.
- Rezoning of 13513 Division Avenue (Charlevoix County Administration Property)
- Revise Planning Commission Bylaws Order of Business
- Activities Matrix Discussion, Priorities 2024
- Outdoor Storage discussion
- Election of Officers and setting 2024 meeting dates
General
The Charlevoix City Council is holding a regular meeting with a presentation on the Mt. McSauba Recreational Signage Project partnership with SAFE in Northern Michigan. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, payment registers, a vehicle purchase for the golf course, and a generator maintenance agreement. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Mt. McSauba Recreational Signage Project partnership with SAFE in Northern Michigan (presentation)
- Purchase of 2019 John Deere Pro Gator for Charlevoix Golf Course
- Generator maintenance agreement
- Accounts payable and payroll check registers
- City Council meeting minutes of December 18, 2023