Charlotte public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for a redevelopment project at the Butternut Creek apartment complex. The body is also reviewing claims and expenditures and a resolution to extend the timeframe for filling the Fire Chief vacancy.

• First reading of Ordinance 2022-09 for a PILOT at 100 Butternut Drive
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $363,912.52
• Resolution 2022-35 to extend the timeframe for filling the Fire Chief vacancy
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2022-09 scheduled for January 3, 2023

City Council approved a public hearing for January 3, 2023, to consider a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for a $5.6 million renovation of the Butternut Creek apartment complex. The council also approved city expenditures and extended the timeframe to fill the Fire Chief vacancy.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $363,912.52 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-35 to extend the timeframe for filling the Fire Chief vacancy (6-0)
• Approved a January 3, 2023 public hearing for Ordinance 2022-09 regarding a PILOT for Butternut Creek apartment complex (6-0)
• Approved December 5 and December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive a presentation from MDOT AERO. The discussion focuses on the economic impact of the Fitch Beach Municipal Airport.

• Presentation from MDOT AERO regarding the Economic Impact of the Fitch Beach Municipal Airport

The City Council held a workshop meeting featuring a presentation from MDOT AERO regarding the economic impact of the Fitch H. Beach Municipal Airport. No substantive legislative decisions or votes on policy were made during the session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Excused the absence of Councilmember Dyer (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on Industrial Facilities Tax Exemptions for Shyft Group Plant 4 and Plant 7. The body is also reviewing claims and expenditures totaling $726,344.15 and a lease extension for Shyft Group at Fitch H Beach Airport.

• Public hearings and resolutions for Industrial Facilities Tax Exemptions for Shyft Group Plant 4 and Plant 7
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $726,344.15
• Contract with MDOT for the Safe Routes to School project
• Change order of $3,500 for Rowe PSC for a traffic study and signal warrant
• Purchase of Hurst extrication tool for the fire department using Michigan Community Enhancement grants

City Council approved Industrial Facilities Tax Exemptions for Shyft Group Plant 4 and Plant 7. The council also authorized a contract with MDOT for the Safe Routes to School project and approved several municipal expenditures.

• Approved Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption for Shyft Group Plant 4 (6-0)
• Approved Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption for Shyft Group Plant 7 (6-0)
• Authorized contract with MDOT for Safe Routes to School project (6-0)
• Approved $3,500 change order for Rowe PSC traffic study and signal warrant (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Hurst extrication tool for fire department via grant funds (6-0)
• Approved Michigan Mutual Aid Box Alarm System Association Agreement (6-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $726,344.15 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Poverty Exemption Guidelines and 2023 City meeting dates (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish an Industrial Development District. The body will also review the FY21-22 audit and consider a purchase for a sludge pump.

• Public hearing and resolution for the establishment of an Industrial Development District
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $435,117.47
• Proposed purchase of Penn-Valley sludge pump from Hesco for $50,950
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-08 to revoke fortune telling provisions and renumber fee schedule
• Discussion on potential land sale to Anderson Construction (Eric Rogers)

Council approved the establishment of an industrial district for a $15 million Shyft Group expansion. The board also approved an ordinance regarding fortune telling and fines, and authorized the purchase of sludge pumps. A potential land exchange with Anderson Construction was discussed but not decided.

• Approved Resolution 2022-29 to establish Industrial District for Shyft Group (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-08 regarding Fortune Telling/Fines/Renumbering (6-1)
• Approved $435,117.47 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two Penn-Valley sludge pumps and waived sealed bid process (7-0)
• Approved Mayoral Appointments to the Christmas Tree Lighting and Décor Downtown committee (7-0)
• Approved Firewood Bid (7-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding purchasing, contracting, and selling procedures. The body will also discuss revoking provisions related to fortune telling and jostling.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $575,761.59
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2022-07 (Purchasing, Contracting, and Selling Procedures)
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-08 to revoke provisions for fortune telling and jostling
• Brownfield Redevelopment grant agreement amendment for 406 N. Sheldon St.
• Proposed public hearings for an Industrial Development District on Nov 21 and Dec 5

Council approved an ordinance amending purchasing, contracting, and selling procedures and updated the city purchasing manual. The board also approved a Brownfield Redevelopment grant amendment and a MSHDA grant application for a Neighborhood Enhancement Program.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-07 amending purchasing, contracting, and selling procedures (7-0)
• Approved updated purchasing manual requiring sealed bids for budgeted capital purchases over $10k (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-08 to revoke fortune telling provisions and renumber fee schedule (6-1)
• Approved grant agreement amendment for Brownfield Redevelopment Grant at 406 N. Sheldon St. (7-0)
• Approved change order for two mini-pumper trucks using Michigan Community Enhancement Grant funds (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-27 for MSHDA Grant Application for Neighborhood Enhancement Program (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 moving the Nov. 21 meeting to Nov. 28 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 regarding an Industrial Development District and tax exemption for Shyft Group (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to decide on several city maintenance contracts and ordinances. Key items include the replacement of City Hall boilers and the purchase of water meters. The council will also consider amendments to purchasing and zoning ordinances.

• Contract to Hopkins Mechanical Services LLC for City Hall boiler replacement: $35,650.00
• Purchase of water meters from ETNA Supply: $29,880.00
• Contract to Peerless Midwest, Inc. for Well #6 cleaning and maintenance: $15,868.00
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $484,778.22
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-06 amending Chapter 82 - Zoning - Fences

The council approved several items including a fourth amendment to the Goeble Field lease agreement, a contract for boiler replacement at City Hall for $35,650, and the purchase of water meters. A zoning ordinance on fences was amended and approved after a split vote to remove an exception clause. The meeting also included a closed session on an airport easement acquisition.

• Approved Goeble Field lease agreement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-06 amending Chapter 82 – Zoning - Fences as amended (6-1)
• Approved contract with Hopkins Mechanical Services LLC for boiler replacement at City Hall for $35,650 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of water meters from ETNA Supply for $29,880 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Peerless Midwest, Inc. for cleaning and maintenance of Well #6 for $15,868 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and expenditures totaling $484,778.22 and resolution 2022-26 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-07 with public hearing set for Nov. 10, 2022 (7-0)
• Convened into closed session for airport easement acquisition (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss whether to amend city ordinances to allow commercial marihuana activities. The discussion covers potential medical and recreational grow operations and retail sales.

• Discussion on commercial marihuana licensing
• Review of potential annual license fees up to $5,000 per license
• Review of state excise tax revenue distributions for retail and microbusinesses
• Discussion on zoning requirements for grow operations in industrial zones

The council discussed restarting work on commercial marijuana licensing, which had been paused by the prior council. Council member Dyer presented reasons to allow marijuana businesses in Charlotte. The mayor said the topic will be revisited at the January 2023 workshop to allow staff time to gather data. No ordinance was approved or denied at this meeting.

• Excused absent councilmembers Weissenborn and Van Langevelde (5-0).
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0).
• Discussed but took no vote on restarting commercial marijuana licensing.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:27 p.m. (5-0).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to Council regarding an amendment to the zoning ordinance for fences. The body will also discuss zoning ordinance regulations concerning domestic animals.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding fences
• Recommendation to Council on Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding fences
• Discussion on zoning ordinance regulations for domestic animals

The Planning Commission voted 7-1 to recommend an amendment to the city's fence ordinance to the City Council. Two residents spoke during public comment, urging the commission to reconsider the current fence regulations, particularly regarding chain link fences. The commission also discussed future consideration of zoning ordinance regulations on domestic animals.

• Approved minutes of September 13, 2022 (9-0)
• Recommended amendment to zoning ordinance on fences to City Council (7-1)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of two mini-pumper fire trucks using community enhancement grant funding. The body is also considering amendments to the Purchasing Ordinance and reviewing claims and expenditures.

• Purchase of two mini-pumper fire trucks via community enhancement grant funding
• First reading of proposed amendments to the Purchasing Ordinance
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $280,437.59
• Discussion on November and December workshop dates

The Charlotte City Council approved claims and expenditures totaling $280,437.59 and the purchase of two mini-pumper fire trucks using community enhancement grant funds. A first reading of proposed amendments to the Purchasing Ordinance was tabled to the next meeting after a council member raised concerns. The council also moved the November 7 meeting to November 10 to accommodate the clerk during election week.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $280,437.59 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two mini-pumper fire trucks with community enhancement grant funding (7-0)
• Tabled first reading of Purchasing Ordinance amendments to October 17, 2022 (7-0)
• Moved November 7 regular meeting to Thursday, November 10, 2022 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to residential and industrial fence regulations and a policy for accepting property tax postmarks. The body is also reviewing a settlement for an easement acquisition and various operational approvals.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 82, Sections 82-465 (Residential Fences) and 82-466 (Industrial Fences)
• Claims and expenditures totaling $182,478.23
• Settlement agreement with JRRS Investments, LLC for an easement at 1671 Lansing Road
• Proposed Council Policy 2022-05 regarding property tax postmarks
• Penalty waiver request for winter 2021 property taxes at 851 Chads Way

The council approved a settlement agreement with JRRS Investments, LLC for acquisition of an easement at 1671 Lansing Rd. (6-0). A motion to waive penalty for winter 2021 property taxes at 851 Chads Way failed (0-6). A proposed council policy on postmarks for property taxes failed due to lack of support. The council also approved a consent agenda including claims and expenditures of $182,478.23, a fireworks display for Charlotte Public Schools, a street closure for Michigan Mead Night, and a mayoral appointment.

• Approved settlement agreement with JRRS Investments, LLC for easement acquisition at 1671 Lansing Rd. (6-0)
• Failed motion to waive penalty for winter 2021 property taxes at 851 Chads Way (0-6)
• Failed motion for proposed Council Policy 2022-05 on postmarks for property taxes (no support)
• Approved consent agenda: claims $182,478.23, fireworks display, street closure, mayoral appointment (6-0)
• Set public hearing for fence ordinance amendments (Chapter 82, Sections 82-465 and 82-466) (6-0)
• Approved MIHAF participation contract (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 6 and September 8, 2022 meetings (6-0)
• Approved absence of Council member Van Langevelde (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the combination of two lots on Court Street. The body will also consider a sign plan for Lansing Street and a draft fence ordinance.

• Public hearing and approval for combination of lots at 434 & 438 Court Street
• Approval of Comprehensive Sign Plan for 328 Lansing Street
• Approval of a draft proposed fence ordinance

The Planning Commission approved a lot combination for 434 and 438 Court St. to allow installation of a new well and drain field before sale. They also approved a comprehensive sign plan for 328 Lansing Rd. and scheduled a public hearing for a proposed fence ordinance.

• Approved lot combination at 434 & 438 Court St. (8-0)
• Approved comprehensive sign plan for 328 Lansing Rd. (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for proposed fence ordinance for October meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the city's purchasing policy and purchasing ordinance. The session includes time for public comment.

• Discussion on Purchasing Policy and Purchasing Ordinance

The council voted to excuse an absent member and approved the agenda. The only substantive action was a motion to direct the city manager to begin drafting an amendment to the purchasing ordinance and update the purchasing policy. No vote was taken on the EMS matter; the city manager will share the current EMS contract with council.

• Approved agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Excused councilmember Dyer (6-0, 1 absent)
• Directed city manager to draft purchasing ordinance amendment and update purchasing policy (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned at 8:26 p.m. (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance and rezoning for 243 State St. to a mixed-use overlay. The body will also consider several service contracts and the approval of city expenditures.

• Public hearing and vote on variance and rezoning of 243 State St. to MX-1 mixed use overlay
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $432,605.22
• Proposed contract with Municipal Analytics for a water rate study
• Proposed agreement with PotterVilla for website redesign
• Proposed contract with Knight Watch for keyless entry upgrades at City Hall

The council approved a zoning variance and second reading of Ordinance 2022-05 to rezone 243 State St. to MX-1 Mixed Use Overlay. They also approved a $432,605.22 claims and expenditures list, disbanded the Ad Hoc Water Treatment Committee, extended the Charlotte Junior Orioles lease for Goeble Field through December 31, 2022, and approved a contract with Municipal Analytics for a water rate study. A motion to waive late fees for Eric Johnson was tabled. The agreement with PotterVilla for website redesign was withdrawn from council action and referred to the city manager.

• Approved zoning variance for 243 State St. to MX-1 Mixed Use Overlay (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-05 rezoning 243 State St. to MX-1 (7-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $432,605.22 (7-0)
• Disbanded Ad Hoc Water Treatment Committee via Resolution 2022-22 (7-0)
• Extended Charlotte Junior Orioles lease for Goeble Field through Dec 31, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Municipal Analytics for water rate study (7-0)
• Approved contract with Knight Watch for keyless entry upgrades at City Hall (7-0)
• Tabled motion to waive late fees for Eric Johnson (4-3)

City Council

The City Council will decide on the purchase of a replacement dump truck for the DPW fleet and the adoption of an ordinance regarding home occupations. The body will also review claims and expenditures totaling $403,753.77.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $403,753.77
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2022-02 amending Home Occupations
• Purchase of a dump truck and upfitting to replace Truck #6 in the DPW fleet
• Resolution 2022-20 for a block party and street closure on Wedgewood Drive
• Resolution 2022-21 for a street closure on West Harris

The council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-02, removing the 50% limit on using a detached garage for home occupations. They also approved a credit card processing agreement with Point & Pay, the purchase of a replacement dump truck for the DPW fleet, and a property survey by Sidock. All votes were 6-0 with one absent.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-02 eliminating 50% limit on detached garage use for home occupations (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $403,753.77, block party on Wedgewood Drive, and street closure on West Harris (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Point & Pay for credit card processing with yearly progress report (6-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement dump truck and upfitting for DPW Truck #6 (6-0)
• Approved DPW property survey by Sidock (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2022 regular meeting (6-0)
• Excused absence of Mayor Armitage (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezone request for 243 State St and a Home Occupations Ordinance. The body will provide recommendations on these items to the Council and continue discussions on fence regulations.

• Public hearing and recommendation for rezone at 243 State St
• Public hearing and recommendation for Home Occupations Ordinance
• Discussion of fence regulations

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning request at 243 State St., allowing a prospective buyer to operate a mechanic shop with a potential apartment in the back. They also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of changes to the home occupations ordinance. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action. The commission continued discussion on fence regulations but took no action.

• Recommended rezoning at 243 State St. for mechanic shop and apartment (7-0)
• Recommended home occupations ordinance changes (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider the adoption of ordinances regarding medical marihuana caregiver regulations and a property maintenance code. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and a rezoning request.

• Proposed Ordinance 2022-03: Medical Marihuana Caregiver Regulations
• Proposed Ordinance 2022-04: Property Maintenance Code
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $250,867.16
• Rezoning request for 243 State St to be sent to the Planning Commission
• Awarding of contract for City Hall Roof Replacement Bid

The Charlotte City Council adopted two ordinances: one regulating medical marihuana caregivers (Ordinance 2022-03) and one establishing a property maintenance code (Ordinance 2022-04), both with minor amendments. The council also approved several contracts and purchases, including a $159,283 roof replacement bid, and postponed discussion on a DPW garage survey to August 15.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-03 Medical Marihuana Caregiver Regulations (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-04 Property Maintenance Code (6-0)
• Postponed DPW Garage Survey discussion to August 15 (4-2)
• Approved purchase of lift pump for Lansing lift station (6-0)
• Approved additional services for Fishbeck water service potholing contract (6-0)
• Approved allocation of funds for Drinking Water Asset Management Grant (6-0)
• Awarded City Hall roof replacement bid to Weathershield for $159,283 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 to rezone 243 State St to Planning Commission (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the first reading of an amendment to the Property Maintenance Code and discuss the allocation of ARPA funds for road improvements. The body will also review claims and expenditures totaling $197,681.38.

• Claims and expenditures totaling $197,681.38
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-04 (Property Maintenance Code amendment)
• Discussion on road improvements and ARPA funds
• Police vehicle outfitting
• Closed session to consider the purchase of real property

The Charlotte City Council approved police vehicle outfitting (5-1) and advanced Ordinance 2022-04 amending the Property Maintenance Code to a second reading and public hearing on August 1, 2022. They also approved claims and expenditures totaling $197,681.38 and discussed but did not decide on road improvements and ARPA fund allocation.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $197,681.38 (6-0)
• Approved police vehicle outfitting (5-1, Rodriguez dissenting)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-04, moved to second reading and public hearing on August 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items c and d (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 5 and July 14 meetings (6-0)
• Excused Councilman Dyer's absence (6-0)
• Recessed to closed session to consider real property purchase (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review a presentation and discuss improvements to city roads. The meeting includes time for public comment.

• Presentation and discussion of City Road Improvements

The City Council held a workshop to discuss road improvement projects and the potential use of ARPA funds, following a public survey favoring road improvements. Public Works Director Amy Gilson presented PASER ratings showing 72% of city roads are in poor condition, with an estimated $86 million needed for reconstruction. Council agreed to add discussion of ARPA funding for road improvements to the July 18 meeting agenda. No formal decisions were made at this workshop.

• Approved agenda (5-0, 2 absent)
• Excused absent councilmembers Armitage and Rodrigues (5-0, 2 absent)
• Added ARPA road funding discussion to July 18 agenda (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:16 p.m. (5-0, 2 absent)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to city regulations. The agenda focuses on three specific areas of residential and city standards.

• Discussion of fence regulations
• Discussion of domestic animals
• Discussion of residential exterior lighting

The Planning Commission held discussions on potential changes to fence regulations, domestic animal ordinances, and residential exterior lighting, but took no formal votes on these items. They requested staff to draft ideas for fence and animal ordinance changes, while deprioritizing lighting. The commission also noted that the City Council approved the first reading of a home occupation ordinance and adopted a sign ordinance.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Discussed fence regulations; directed staff to draft ideas
• Discussed domestic animal ordinance; requested further information
• Discussed residential exterior lighting; deprioritized at this time
• Noted Council approved first reading of home occupation ordinance
• Noted Council adopted sign ordinance

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed ordinances regarding medical marijuana caregiver uses and sign regulations. The body is also considering purchases for police and fire departments and a charter amendment for a 4-year mayoral term.

• First reading of Ordinance 2022-03 regarding medical marijuana caregiver uses
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $255,663.62
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-01 regarding sign regulations
• MDOT Contract No. 2022-0783 for acquisition of easements
• Proposed Charter Amendments for a 4-year mayoral term

The Charlotte City Council approved several items, including a police vehicle purchase, a fire hose purchase, and a new union contract with IAFF. They also adopted Ordinance 2022-01 amending sign regulations (4-2), and advanced ordinances on home occupations and medical marihuana caregiver uses to public hearings. All other motions passed unanimously with one absent member.

• Approved police vehicle purchase (6-0)
• Approved fire hose purchase (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-01 Sign Regulations (4-2)
• Approved Resolution 2022-15a to rescind prior resolutions (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-15b to propose charter amendments for mayoral 4-year term (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-02 first reading, sent to Planning Commission for public hearing (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-03 first reading, set for second reading and public hearing Aug 1 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-17 IAFF union contract (6-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the FY 2022-23 budget, the 2022 fire department special assessment roll, and the updated fee schedule. A zoning variance for 319 Warren Ave. was denied. The consent agenda, including claims and expenditures, was approved.

• Approved FY 22-23 budget (Resolution 2022-11) (6-0)
• Approved fire department special assessment roll of $885,034 (Resolution 2022-13) (6-0)
• Approved 2022 fee schedule (Resolution 2022-12) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $298,928.08 in claims and expenditures (6-0)
• Denied zoning variance at 319 Warren Ave. (2-4)
• Approved minutes of June 6 and June 9 meetings (6-0)
• Excused councilmember Duweck's absence (6-0)

City Council

The City Council discussed how to spend the remaining $880,016.65 of ARPA funds and reached consensus to proceed with three projects: a lift pump, City Hall roof replacement, and City Hall boiler replacement. Council directed the City Manager to obtain three quotes for each of these items. The remaining funds may later be allocated to lead service line and road projects, pending a presentation by the Public Works Director. No formal votes were taken; discussion will resume at the July 14 workshop.

• Consensus to proceed with lift pump project
• Consensus to proceed with City Hall roof replacement
• Consensus to proceed with City Hall boiler replacement
• Directed City Manager to obtain 3 quotes for each of the three projects
• Agenda approved (7-0)
• Meeting adjourned (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation for a revised sign ordinance. The body will also discuss a revised home occupations ordinance and meeting times.

• Public hearing on Revised Sign Ordinance
• Recommendation on Revised Sign Ordinance
• Discussion of Revised Home Occupations Ordinance
• Discussion of Planning Commission meeting times

The Planning Commission voted to send a revised sign ordinance to the City Council (9-0) and a revised home occupations ordinance (8-0). The board also discussed the home occupations ordinance, with consensus to remove a list from it, and scheduled a public hearing. No changes were made to meeting times.

• Approved sending revised sign ordinance to City Council (9-0)
• Approved sending revised home occupations ordinance to City Council (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for revised home occupations ordinance
• Decided not to change Planning Commission meeting times

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 22-23 budget and a Special Assessment District. The body is deciding on the annual budget, the 2022 fee schedule, and the appointment of a council member for District 2.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $1,022,702.85
• Resolution 2022-08 for MDOT Safe Routes to School project grant up to $1,287,121
• Resolution 2022-09 for the sale of 332 N. Cochran
• Approval of 2022 Fee Schedule
• Confirmation of Mark Jordan as Fire Chief

The Council appointed Joseph Chin Jr. to fill the District 2 vacancy after a vote. The FY 22-23 budget and fee schedule were tabled to June 20. The sale of 332 N. Cochran was approved. The special assessment district renewal was postponed due to late notices.

• Appointed Joseph Chin Jr. to District 2 Council seat (5-1)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-11 (FY 22-23 budget) and Resolution 2022-12 (fee schedule) to June 20 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 332 N. Cochran to Faulkner, with backup offer from SaintAmour (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a, b, c, e (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12 and May 16 meetings (6-0)
• Postponed SAD renewal to June 20 for second public hearing
• Confirmed Mark Jordan as Fire Chief (6-0)

City Council

The City Council discussed the FY 22-23 budget, including a failed grant for boilers and roof, a police sergeant retirement, and a road patrol officer resignation. They reached consensus to proceed with the budget as is and amend it later for projects or needs as necessary. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved agenda (5-0, 2 absent)
• Excused Councilmember Horvath (5-0, 1 absent)
• Consensus to proceed with FY 22-23 budget as is, with amendments as needed

City Council

The council approved a resolution to apply for a $1,767,488 CDBG grant for water main replacement along Lansing Road, with a $218,453 city match from water and sewer funds. It also approved a participation agreement for the Island Highway reconstruction project. A contract with Grantsmanship Consulting LLC was rejected, and Council member Horvath resigned.

• Approved Resolution 2022-05 authorizing CDBG grant application for water infrastructure (6-2)
• Approved participation agreement with Eaton County Drain Commissioner for Island Highway project (5-1)
• Rejected contract with Grantsmanship Consulting LLC (1-5)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and expenditures of $524,190.98 and street closures for Charlotte Celebrates (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 18 and April 21 meetings (6-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council postponed discussion and decision on the Island Highway reconstruction participation agreement with Eaton County until May 2, 2022, by a 4-2 vote. A proposal for a water treatment options study from Fishbeck failed (2-4), but a separate water reliability study contract was approved unanimously. The council also approved an OPEB actuarial contract, claims and expenditures totaling $437,741.13, and adopted Council Policy 2022-04 on investment of surplus funds.

• Postponed Island Highway reconstruction agreement to May 2 (4-2)
• Denied Fishbeck water treatment options study proposal (2-4)
• Approved Fishbeck water reliability study contract (6-0)
• Approved OPEB actuarial contract (6-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures of $437,741.13 (5-1)
• Adopted Council Policy 2022-04 Investment of Surplus Funds (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items B-E (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a resolution allowing TNT Fireworks to operate a seasonal tent in the Meijer parking lot at 1167 E. Clinton Trail, following a public hearing. The commission also voted to table a revised sign ordinance, as suggested by the Community Development Director. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved TNT Fireworks tent at 1167 E. Clinton Trail (9-0)
• Tabled revised sign ordinance (9-0)

City Council

The council approved all agenda items unanimously, including a traffic control order, a purchase offer for 220 W. Shaw, insurance renewals, and a Lucas Device purchase funded by ARPA. After discussion, the council determined the Volunteer Firefighters (VFF) decision belongs to the Fire Chief, selected Mark Jordan as interim chief, administered his oath, and he reinstated the VFF. The council also approved an Arbor Day Proclamation with an amendment removing 'and Spiritual Renewal' (6-1).

• Approved Traffic Control Order #22-01 with change to '100 to 30 feet south of the stop sign' (7-0)
• Approved purchase offer for 220 W. Shaw (7-0)
• Approved MML general liability and property insurance renewal (7-0)
• Approved Crum & Forster insurance renewal for above ground storage tanks (7-0)
• Selected Mark Jordan as interim Fire Chief; he was sworn in and reinstated the VFF
• Approved Lucas Device purchase using ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved Arbor Day Proclamation with amendment removing 'and Spiritual Renewal' (6-1)
• Moved April 14 work session to April 21 at 7:00 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The council approved sending three charter amendments to voters: eliminating wards, extending mayoral term to four years, and moving elections to even years. It also established a citizen advisory board for water infrastructure improvements. A traffic control order was tabled. During public comments, all 23 volunteer firefighters resigned collectively.

• Approved sending charter amendment to eliminate wards to voters (7-0)
• Approved sending charter amendment for four-year mayoral term to voters (7-0)
• Approved sending charter amendment to move elections to even years to voters (6-1)
• Established citizen advisory board for water infrastructure improvements (4-3)
• Tabled Traffic Control Order #22-01 for follow-up at April 18 meeting
• Approved MDOT Performance Resolution for Municipalities (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and expenditures of $236,946.50 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 7 and March 10 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed allocating $893,972.70 in ARPA funds, with consensus leaning toward road repair, and will seek public input before deciding on April 18. They also discussed a charter amendment to eliminate wards, extend the mayor's term to 4 years, and move elections to even years, which will be placed on the March 21 agenda as separate motions.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Excused Councilmember Dyer's late arrival
• Discussed ARPA fund allocation, leaning toward road repair, revisit April 18
• Discussed charter amendment on election districts, to be placed on March 21 agenda

City Council

The Charlotte City Council will consider approving claims and expenditures totaling $226,745.47, a janitorial services contract with Capital City Janitorial LLC, a salt purchase contract with the State of Michigan, and a utility pole replacement contract with Ranck Electric. They will also vote on a resolution supporting a grant application by the Fair Board and a resolution for the Main Street Vibrancy Grant Program. The meeting includes public comment periods and reports from city officials.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $226,745.47
• Contract for janitorial services with Capital City Janitorial LLC
• Resolution 2022-03 supporting MDARD grant application by Fair Board
• Contract for salt purchase with State of Michigan (MiDeal)
• Utility pole replacement contract with Ranck Electric

The Charlotte City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a utility pole replacement contract with Ranck Electric, a janitorial services contract with Capital City Janitorial LLC, and Resolution 2022-04 for the Main Street Vibrancy Grant Program. They also approved consent agenda items including claims and expenditures totaling $226,745.47, a resolution supporting an MDARD grant application by the Fair Board, and a salt purchase contract with the State of Michigan. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with one member absent.

• Approved utility pole replacement contract with Ranck Electric (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 Main Street Vibrancy Grant Program (6-0)
• Approved janitorial services contract with Capital City Janitorial LLC (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: claims/expenditures $226,745.47, MDARD grant resolution, salt purchase contract (6-0)
• Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Excused absence of Councilmember Lake (6-0)
• Approved agenda with item moved from consent to business (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a proposed expansion of the Meijer store and gas station at 11167 E. Clinton Trail. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Meijer store and gas station expansion at 11167 E. Clinton Trail
• Action item on the Meijer expansion at the same location
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission approved the expansion of the Meijer store and gas station at 1167 E. Clinton Trail. The approval was granted after a public hearing where neighbors raised concerns about parking, trash, and safety. The motion carried 7-0.

• Approved Meijer store and gas station expansion (7-0)
• Approved minutes of February 1, 2022 (7-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and set its policy priorities for the upcoming year. The discussion will be based on three documents: the Vision 2025 Strategic Plan, an Operational and Fiscal Analysis, and a recommendation from the Ad Hoc Code Enforcement Committee. The council will consider which recommendations to implement and how to allocate resources.

• Discussion of Vision 2025 Strategic Plan goals
• Review of Operational and Fiscal Analysis with over 50 recommendations
• Consideration of Ad Hoc Code Enforcement Committee recommendations
• General Fund structural deficit addressed via Special Assessment District for fire protection
• Additional $90k pension contribution this fiscal year on top of $1.1M annual contribution

The Charlotte City Council held a workshop meeting to discuss policy priorities for the coming year. No formal decisions were made, but council members shared their individual priorities, including housing, road improvements, grant funding, and city services. The council agreed to add items to the next regular meeting agenda, including scheduling budget discussions and considering a grant writer.

• Agenda approved (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned at 9:04 p.m. (7-0)
• Agreed to add budget discussion scheduling to Feb. 22 agenda
• Agreed to add grant writer James Hissong to Feb. 22 agenda

City Council

The Charlotte City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comment periods. The main business items are discussions about the future of city-owned properties at 220 W Shaw and 332 N Cochran, and whether to close City Hall due to COVID-19. The council will also consider approving the 2022 Eaton County Fairground event schedule and a fire hydrant purchase, plus hear presentations from LEAP and EGLE on brownfield redevelopment.

• Discussion on 220 W Shaw/332 N Cochran and other city-owned properties
• Discussion on closure of City Hall in response to COVID-19 pandemic
• Consider approval of 2022 Eaton County Fairground Event Schedule
• Consider approval of fire hydrant purchase
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $310,018.62

The council approved listing three city-owned properties (220 W. Shaw, 332 N. Cochran, and a vacant parcel on McClure Street) for sale, authorizing the city manager to select a real estate professional. They also approved the 2022 Eaton County Fairgrounds event schedule and the purchase of ten fire hydrants for $23,893.30, with a 5-2 vote. The consent agenda, including $310,018.62 in claims and expenditures, was approved unanimously. A discussion item on closing City Hall due to COVID-19 was removed from the agenda.

• Approved listing 220 W. Shaw, 332 N. Cochran, and McClure Street parcel for sale (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Eaton County Fairgrounds event schedule (7-0)
• Approved purchase of ten fire hydrants from EJ for $23,893.30 (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $310,018.62 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Removed item 12b on City Hall closure discussion from agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 1, 2022, to discuss and potentially set standards for home occupations, specifically medical marihuana caregiver operations, following a Michigan Supreme Court ruling that allows local regulation. The agenda also includes a sign ordinance discussion, the 2021 annual report, and possible training dates. The meeting will include public comment periods.

• Discussion on regulating medical marihuana caregiver operations as home occupations
• Sign ordinance discussion to finalize by next meeting
• 2021 Planning Commission Annual Report review
• Possible Planning Commission training dates for March 2022

The Planning Commission approved the 2021 annual report and voted to move forward with gathering public input on the sign ordinance. They also discussed regulating medical marijuana caregiver operations as a home occupation, but took no action, instead directing staff to gather more information and seek the City Attorney's opinion.

• Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved motion to move forward with public input on sign ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Planning Commission annual report (7-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council will vote on accepting a Firehouse Subs grant for new extrication equipment, approving the city's participation in a tri-county hazard mitigation plan, and purchasing a pick-up truck for the Department of Public Works. The agenda also includes consent items for claims and expenditures totaling $220,950 and meeting date changes, plus a closed session for legal discussion.

• Accept Firehouse Subs grant for new extrication equipment
• Approve participation in tri-county hazard mitigation five-year plan
• Purchase pick-up truck for Department of Public Works
• Approve claims and expenditures totaling $220,950
• Closed session under MCL 15.268(d)

The Charlotte City Council approved the purchase of a pick-up truck for the Department of Public Works (4-2), accepted a Firehouse Subs grant for extrication equipment, and approved participation in the tri-county hazard mitigation plan. The council also tabled a discussion on City Hall closure due to COVID to the next meeting and scheduled grant agency presentations. All other agenda items and consent agenda were approved unanimously.

• Approved DPW pick-up truck purchase (4-2)
• Accepted Firehouse Subs grant for extrication equipment (6-0)
• Approved participation in tri-county hazard mitigation plan (6-0)
• Tabled City Hall closure discussion to Feb 7, 2022 (6-0)
• Scheduled grant agency presentations by LEAP, EAGLE, USDA (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: claims $220,950 and meeting date changes (6-0)
• Approved minutes with amendment to Jan 13 workshop minutes (6-0)
• Authorized actions to secure easements for tree removal at Beach Airport (6-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council is holding a workshop to hear department introductions, including a presentation of the Charlotte Fire Department's 2021 annual report. The report details 1,056 calls for service, a significant increase from 785 in 2020, and highlights accomplishments and challenges. The council will also receive updates from city-wide administration, public works, and police departments.

• Fire Department responded to 1,056 calls in 2021, up from 785 in 2020
• 42 structure fires and $10,400,050 saved in 2020
• Received $5,000 grant from MIWISH for turnout gear
• Average response time of 4 minutes 50 seconds
• Challenges include recruiting volunteer firefighters and aging apparatus

The Charlotte City Council held a workshop meeting on January 13, 2022, with no formal votes on policy or spending. Department heads presented overviews of their operations, highlighting staffing and equipment needs. A scheduled presentation by State Rep. Witwer did not occur. The meeting adjourned with a 5-2 vote.

• Approved agenda with added item for Rep. Witwer presentation (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:45 p.m. (5-2)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss the city's sign ordinance and home occupation standards, with no formal actions scheduled on these topics. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings, election of officers, and public comment periods. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the two discussions.

• Discussion of sign ordinance (Section 82-461) including definitions and general standards
• Discussion of home occupation standards
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2021 and September 21, 2021 meetings
• Public comment periods (5-minute limit per speaker)

The Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public comment. They approved minutes from previous meetings and elected officers. The commission discussed the sign ordinance and set a goal to complete it by the next meeting. They also discussed updating home occupation standards and received updates on new staff hires.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 (8-0)
• Elected Justin Brummette as Chairperson
• Elected James McRae as Vice Chairperson
• Elected Kristie Snyder as Secretary
• Set goal to finalize sign ordinance by next meeting

City Council

The Charlotte City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 3, 2022, to review the FY21 audit presented by Plante and Moran, approve claims and expenditures totaling $253,259.27, and consider a resolution supporting grant funding appropriations for water system improvements. The agenda also includes a mayoral appointment to the Parks Advisory Committee and adoption of guidelines for poverty exemptions.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $253,259.27
• Consider Resolution 2022-001: Adoption of guidelines for poverty exemptions
• Consider Resolution 2021-169: Grant funding appropriations for water system improvements
• Mayoral appointment of Rico Rios to Parks Advisory Committee (term ending 5/30/2024)
• Presentation of FY21 Audit by Plante and Moran

The Charlotte City Council approved the consent agenda items, including claims and expenditures of $253,259.27 and the appointment of Rico Rios to the Parks Advisory Committee. They also passed Resolution 2021-169 supporting grant funding for water system improvements and Resolution 2022-001 adopting poverty exemption guidelines for the Board of Review. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda items a and b: claims/expenditures $253,259.27 and appointment of Rico Rios to Parks Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-169 supporting grant funding for water system improvements (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-001 adopting poverty exemption guidelines for 2022 (7-0)