Charlotte public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will meet to select a City Manager and hold a public hearing on the Charlotte Area 5-Year Parks and Recreation Plan. The body will also consider the creation of a Social District and review the 2023 audit.

• Selection of City Manager
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $250,915.52
• Public hearing and approval of Charlotte Area 5-Year Parks and Recreation Plan
• Creation of a Social District for the City of Charlotte
• Establishment of 2024 Poverty Exemption Guidelines (Resolution 2023-52)

City Council voted to appoint Todd Campbell as City Manager, pending a background check and contract. The council also approved a 5-year parks and recreation plan and authorized the creation of a city social district.

• Selected Todd Campbell as City Manager (5-2)
• Approved Charlotte Area 5-Year Parks and Recreation Plan (7-0)
• Authorized creation of a City Social District (7-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $250,915.52 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-52 for 2024 Poverty Exemption Guidelines (7-0)
• Accepted and placed FY 22/23 Audit on file (7-0)
• Approved Dec 4, 11, and 13 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Charlotte City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss social districts with Charlotte Rising. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and public comment.

• Discussion of social districts with Charlotte Rising

The Council reviewed a presentation from Charlotte Rising regarding the definition, rules, and boundaries of a proposed Social District. Council members expressed general support for the project. A formal vote for approval is scheduled for the December 18 regular business meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to interview three candidates for the City Manager position. Following the interviews, the council will select a final candidate pending a background check and contract negotiations.

• Interview of candidate Todd Campbell
• Interview of candidate Susan Montenegro
• Interview of candidate Troy Bell
• Selection of a final City Manager candidate

The City Council interviewed three candidates for City Manager but failed to reach a majority agreement on a selection. The council voted to postpone the final decision to the next regular meeting.

• Motion to select Todd Campbell for City Manager failed (3-4)
• Motion to select Troy Bell for City Manager failed (3-4)
• Approved moving the selection of a City Manager candidate to the December 18, 2023 meeting (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and the process for selecting a city manager. The body will also consider claims and expenditures and a 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $1,689,803.70
• Discussion on 2024-25 FY Budget schedule
• Discussion on City Manager selection process
• Tirrell Pump Station Pump Rebuild
• Consumers Easement 1310 S. Cochran

City Council approved over $1.6 million in claims and expenditures and authorized a pump rebuild at the Tirrell Pump Station. The council also rescinded a previous motion regarding background checks for three City Manager candidates to move forward with a second interview process for one individual.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $1,689,803.70 (6-0)
• Approved resolution 2023-51 for the 2024 Meeting Schedule (6-0)
• Approved Mayoral Appointments to Boards and Commissions (6-0)
• Approved Tirrell Pump Station pump rebuild (6-0)
• Approved Consumers Easement at 1310 S. Cochran (6-0)
• Approved tentative 24/25 FY budget schedule (6-0)
• Rescinded Nov 21 motion for 3rd party background checks on three candidates and approved second interview process for one City Manager candidate (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to interview three candidates for the City Manager position. The body will discuss the selection of a candidate and authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate an employment agreement.

• Interviews for City Manager candidates Troy Bell, Susan Montenegro, and Todd Campbell
• Discussion for the selection of the City Manager candidate
• Authorization for the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate an employment agreement

City Council approved spending up to $20,000 for third-party criminal and credential background checks on three city manager candidates. The council also conducted interviews with Troy Bell, Susan Montenegro, and Todd Campbell.

• Authorized attorney to engage 3rd party for candidate background checks, budget not to exceed $20,000 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review a revised fee schedule and approve several operational resolutions. The body is also deciding on competitive bids for water system maintenance and cleaning services.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $248,918.59
• Resolution 2023-48: Revised Fee Schedule
• Competitive bid for Heat Exchanger Cleaning and Tube Replacement with Hopkins Mechanical
• Competitive bid for 12” Valve Insertion contract with City Services, Inc.
• Resolution 2023-50: Holiday Parade street closure on November 25, 2023

City Council approved nearly $249,000 in claims and expenditures along with contracts for heat exchanger cleaning and valve insertion. The council also updated the city fee schedule and appointed Jeffrey Christensen to the Planning Commission.

• Approved $248,918.59 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved Heat Exchanger Cleaning and Tube Replacement contract to Hopkins Mechanical (7-0)
• Approved 12" Valve Insertion contract to City Services, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved revised Fee Schedule (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-49 recognizing Charlotte Grapplers Youth Wrestling Association as a non-profit (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-50 for Holiday Parade street closure on Nov 25, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Jeffrey Christensen as Council rep for the Planning Commission (7-0)
• Accepted and filed DDA Annual Report (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will meet to review a proposed comprehensive sign plan for Hutson, Inc. The commission will also vote on the approval of minutes from the October 3, 2023 meeting.

• Consideration of Comprehensive Sign Plan – Hutson, Inc.

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the October 3, 2023 meeting. The commission also voted to consider the Hutson Comprehensive Sign Plan following an overview by the Community Development Director.

• Approved October 3, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Voted to consider Hutson Comprehensive Sign Plan (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to swear in members and establish leadership and schedules for the coming term. The body will elect a Mayor Pro Tem and discuss appointments to boards and commissions.

• Election and oath of office for Mayor Pro Tem
• Discussion on Council member appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Establishing a date for City Manager interviews
• Discussion on 2024 Council meeting dates and schedules

The City Council held an organizational meeting to swear in members and elect leadership. The council decided to proceed with four existing candidates for City Manager and scheduled interviews for mid-November.

• Elected Councilmember Duweck as Mayor Pro-Tem
• Approved agenda as amended (7-0)
• Directed City Clerk to schedule City Manager interviews between Nov 15 and Nov 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Decided to move forward with four selected City Manager candidates rather than repeating the selection process

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve nearly $960,000 in claims and expenditures and the purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) via a grant. The body will also review a memo regarding sidewalk snow removal enforcement and a report from the City Attorney.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $959,914.22
• Purchase of SCBAs through West Shore Fire using Assistance to Firefighters Grant funds
• Discussion on canceling the November 15th Workshop meeting
• Review of sidewalk snow removal requirements and enforcement memo
• City Attorney report regarding a lien on an aircraft at the airport

The Charlotte City Council approved $959,914.22 in claims and expenditures and voted to cancel the workshop meeting scheduled for November 15. The council also authorized the purchase of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs) for the fire department using grant funds. Several council members gave closing remarks, noting that Mayor Armitage and others are not seeking re-election.

• Approved October 16 and October 30 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda with changes (7-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $959,914.22 (7-0)
• Canceled November 15 workshop meeting (7-0)
• Approved purchase of SCBAs via West Shore Fire using grant funds (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the process for reviewing and selecting candidates for the City Manager position. The body will determine which candidates will be invited for interviews.

• Discussion of the review and selection process for City Manager candidates
• Selection of City Manager candidates to be invited for interviews

The Council met for a special session to discuss the review and selection process for City Manager candidates. The body entered a closed session to review employment applications before adjourning.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Recessed to closed session to review employment applications (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Eaton Area EMS contract and review several infrastructure agreements. The body is also deciding on a purchasing manual update and a water meter remote reader purchase.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $435,514.53
• Contract with MDOT for additional work on the I-69 BL bridge replacement project
• Design services contracts with Prein & Neuhoff for design and obstruction removal
• Discussion on Eaton Area EMS
• Approval of Water Meter Remote Reader purchase

The City Council approved a contract with Eaton Area EMS and authorized several infrastructure and administrative items. These included a bridge replacement project contract with MDOT, updates to the city's purchasing manual, and design service agreements with Prein & Neuhoff.

• Approved $435,514.53 in claims and expenditures (6-0)
• Appointed Interim City Manager to Master Plan Steering Committee (6-0)
• Approved Eaton County Parks Community Grant application (6-0)
• Approved water meter remote reader purchase (6-0)
• Approved MDOT contract for I-69BL bridge replacement (6-0)
• Approved Purchasing Manual Policy update (6-0)
• Approved two design service contracts with Prein & Neuhoff (6-0)
• Approved contract with Eaton Area EMS (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering a budget adjustment to recognize a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for new breathing apparatus. The body will also discuss establishing a Fire Cadet/Explorer Program for 16- and 17-year-olds and a county early voting agreement.

• Resolution 2023-46: Budget adjustment for $786,327.50 Assistance to Firefighters Grant
• Resolution 2023-45: Establishment of a Fire Cadet/Explorer Program for youth ages 16-17
• Cooperative purchase waiver for SCBAs from West Shore Fire, Inc.
• Approval of County Early Voting Agreement
• Fireworks permit for Charlotte High School

The City Council approved several resolutions supporting fire department programs and funding. The council also authorized a county early voting agreement and a fireworks permit for Charlotte High School.

• Approved Resolution 2023-45 supporting the Fire Cadet/Explorer Program (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-46 for budget adjustment regarding Assistance Firefighter Grant (6-0)
• Approved receipt of Assistance Firefighter Grant and authorized cooperative purchase (6-0)
• Approved County Early Voting agreement (6-0)
• Approved Fireworks Permit for Charlotte High School (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Eaton Area EMS contract and the interview format for the city manager. The body is also considering the approval of over $648,000 in claims and expenditures.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $648,348.80
• Acknowledgement of a $50,000 Fire Equipment Grant from the MI State Treasury
• Resolution 2023-44 to authorize a vote for three directors to the MML Liability and Property Pool
• Discussion regarding the Eaton Area EMS contract
• Discussion regarding the city manager interview format

The Charlotte City Council approved a consent agenda that included $648,348.80 in claims and expenditures, a resolution for MML pool directors, and a $50,000 fire equipment grant. The council also discussed the Eaton Area EMS contract, directing the Interim City Manager to seek justification for costs and explore options including an RFP. No substantive votes were taken on the EMS contract or city manager interview formats during this meeting.

• Approved September 18 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Van Langevelde's absence (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: $648,348.80 in claims/expenditures (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-44 for MML pool director vote (6-0)
• Acknowledged $50,000 Fire Equipment Grant award (6-0)
• Directed Interim City Manager to review Eaton Area EMS contract costs
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 p.m. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the reselection of an airport consultant and an easement acquisition for Runway 21 approaches. The body will also discuss volunteer firefighter by-laws and review claims and expenditures.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $327,203.10
• Resolution 2023-42: Fitch H. Beach Airport Consultant Reselection
• Resolution 2023-43: MDOT Contract No. 2023-0732 for Runway 21 Approaches easement acquisition (Parcels E17 & E18)
• Sale of DPW dump truck and miscellaneous equipment
• Discussion of Volunteer Firefighters By-laws

City Council approved the Volunteer Firefighters By-laws and the reselection of a consultant for the Fitch H. Beach Airport. The council also authorized a settlement for pending litigation and approved over $327,000 in expenditures.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $327,203.10 (7-0)
• Approved DPW Dump Truck and Miscellaneous Equipment Sale (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-432 for MDOT easement acquisition (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-42 for Fitch H. Beach Airport Consultant Reselection (7-0)
• Accepted Volunteer Firefighters By-laws (6-1)
• Directed City Attorney and City Manager to review City Code Section 2-81 regarding volunteer firefighters
• Requested revised Purchasing Manual Policy language for sole-source provisions
• Approved settlement of Eric D. Johnson v City of Charlotte Treasurer's Office not to exceed $150.00 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve a final airport easement agreement with Meadows Mobile Home Park and Sales, L.L.C. and discuss the Eaton Area EMS contract.

• Proposed $800,000 compensation to Meadows Mobile Home Park and Sales, L.L.C. for avigation easements E17 and E18
• Easements intended to allow instrument-rated takeoffs and landings at Fitch H. Beach Airport
• Proposed removal or topping of trees encroaching into Part 77 Surface Areas near Lansing Road and Packard Highway
• Discussion on Eaton Area EMS contract

The City Council approved a resolution to execute easements with Meadowbrook Mobile Home Park and Sales L.L.C. Council members also discussed the Eaton Area EMS contract and the possibility of bringing EMS services in-house.

• Approved Resolution 2023-41 for airport easement agreement with Meadowbrook Mobile Home Park and Sales L.L.C. (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the salary range for the City Manager and consider the approval of an interim city manager contract. The body will also review claims and expenditures.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $188,069.50
• Approval of Interim City Manager Contract
• Discussion on salary range for City Manager

City Council approved a contract for an Interim City Manager with modified language allowing for extension beyond December 31, 2023. Council also established a salary range for the City Manager position and approved expenditures and a local block party.

• Approved Interim City Manager contract with modified extension language (7-0)
• Approved City Manager salary range of $120k to $150k (6-1)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $188,069.50 (7-0)
• Approved October 7th block party conditional on city administration review (7-0)
• Approved August 21 and August 23 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss recruitment plans and timelines with Frank Walsh. The body will interview three candidates for the Interim City Manager position and may authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate an employment agreement with the selected candidate.

• Interviews for Interim City Manager: Clarence Goodlein, Doug Terry, and Troy Bell
• Discussion of recruitment plans and timelines with Frank Walsh
• Authorization for Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate employment agreement for Interim City Manager

The City Council interviewed three candidates for the Interim City Manager position. Council voted to authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate an employment contract with Troy Bell.

• Authorized negotiation of employment contract for Interim Manager with Troy Bell (7-0)
• Designated Doug Terry as the alternate candidate if an agreement with Mr. Bell is not met (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second reading for ordinances to establish a commercial cannabis licensing program and a corresponding overlay district. The meeting also includes several personnel appointments and the approval of city expenditures.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-06 (cannabis licensing) and Ordinance 2023-05 (Commercial Cannabis Overlay District)
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $1,187,662.67
• Appointment of Police Chief Brent aras as Acting City Manager
• Confirmation of Kevin Christiansen as Fire Chief
• Purchase of three replacement vehicles for DPW

The City Council approved two ordinances to establish a commercial cannabis licensing program and a cannabis overlay district. The council also appointed new leadership roles for the city manager and fire chief positions.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 to establish a commercial cannabis licensing program (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 to add a commercial cannabis overlay district (6-1)
• Appointed Police Chief Brentar as Acting City Manager (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Kevin Christiansen as Fire Chief (7-0)
• Approved $1,187,662.67 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three replacement vehicles for DPW (7-0)
• Approved outfitting of two new police vehicles by Chrouch (7-0)
• Authorized administration to work with IAFF to create a Fire Marshal position (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a settlement agreement to acquire avigation easements from Meadows Mobile Home Park and Sales, L.L.C. This agreement aims to allow the Fitch H. Beach Airport to resume instrument-rated takeoffs and landings. The Council is also considering the approval of a recruitment firm for a City Manager search.

• Resolution 2023-38: $800,000 settlement for avigation easements E17 and E18
• Approval of recruitment firm for City Manager executive search
• Review of applicants for Interim City Manager

The City Council approved a settlement agreement for an airport easement acquisition. Council also authorized the use of Walsh Municipal Services to recruit a new City Manager and scheduled interviews for interim candidates.

• Approved Resolution 2023-38 settlement agreement for airport easement acquisition (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with Walsh Municipal Services for City Manager executive search (6-1)
• Scheduled interim city manager interviews for August 23, 2023, with an alternate date of August 28, 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss a second reading of an ordinance to add groundwater protection regulations for certain city parcels. The body is also reviewing a consent agenda featuring over $650,000 in claims and expenditures.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $652,092.77
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-07 regarding Groundwater Protection
• Resolution 2023-35 for MDOT railroad work contract (Safe Routes to Schools project)
• Resolution 2023-36 to confirm Finance Director/Treasurer appointment
• Approval of permanent easement for Consumers utility at 301 Tirrell Hwy

City Council approved over $652,000 in claims and expenditures and passed an ordinance adding groundwater protection regulations. The council also authorized a $78,612 contract for fire station door replacements and confirmed the Finance Director/Treasurer appointment.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $652,092.77 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 adding Groundwater Protection regulations (5-0)
• Approved $78,612 contract with Doors Unlimited, Inc. for Downtown Fire Station overhead doors (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment for Finance Director/Treasurer via Resolution 2023-36 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-37 for Sheldon row block party street closure (5-0)
• Approved permanent easement for Consumers Energy at DPW facility, 301 Tirrell Hwy (5-0)
• Approved MDOT contract for railroad work for Safe routes to school’s project (5-0)
• Approved change order for police vehicle purchase (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed Cannabis Overlay Zoning District. The body will also review and approve minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Proposed Cannabis Overlay Zoning District
• Discussion and recommendation on Proposed Cannabis Overlay Zoning District

The Planning Commission discussed a proposed marijuana overlay zoning ordinance and reviewed permitted activities within each district. No votes were taken on the ordinance. The commission also received a report regarding drainage updates for the Shyft Battery Plant.

• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (8-0)
• Discussed proposed marijuana overlay zoning ordinance (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve Resolution 2023-34, which accepts the City Manager's resignation effective August 22, 2023. The council will also establish an ad hoc committee to review options for recruiting a replacement.

• Resolution 2023-34: Accept City Manager resignation and create Ad Hoc City Manager Recruitment Committee

The City Council accepted the resignation of the City Manager. Instead of forming an ad hoc committee, the Council directed the City Manager to obtain quotes from recruitment services.

• Accepted City Manager's resignation (7-0)
• Directed City Manager to solicit recruitment service quotes (7-0)
• Cancelled August 16 workshop meeting (7-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for August 14 at 7:00 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second reading of Ordinance 2023-07, which establishes regulations for groundwater wells in specific areas. The body will also review expenditures and various infrastructure purchases.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-07 (Groundwater Ordinance)
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $284,732.83
• Purchase of Trickling Filter Pump #3 and UV bulbs for Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Temporary street closures for the Oddities Event
• Temporary grading easements at 301 Tirrell Hwy and Bennett Park for MDOT construction on Cochran

City Council approved over $284,000 in claims and expenditures and authorized the development of a social district. The council also approved a grant application for the Charlotte Community Library and several wastewater treatment plant purchases. A proposed groundwater ordinance was tabled pending language corrections.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $284,732.83 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-31 for Charlotte Community Library grant application (6-0)
• Approved temporary street closures for Oddities Event (6-0)
• Approved temporary grading easements at 301 Tirrell Hwy and Bennett Park for MDOT construction (6-0)
• Tabled 2023-07 Groundwater Ordinance for EGLE language corrections (6-0)
• Approved single source purchase of trickling filter pump #3 (5-1)
• Approved UV bulb purchase for wastewater treatment plant (6-0)
• Approved moving forward with development of a social district (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed marijuana overlay zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 6, 2023.

• Discussion of Proposed Marijuana Overlay Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission reviewed a proposed marijuana overlay zoning ordinance and the permitted activities within each district. No formal votes were taken on the ordinance. The commission also received a report regarding drainage updates at the Shyft Battery Plant.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings for ordinances establishing a commercial cannabis licensing program and a corresponding overlay district. The body is also discussing groundwater protection regulations and fire service agreements with Carmel Township and the Rural Fire Association.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-05 to establish a commercial cannabis licensing program
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-06 to add a Commercial Cannabis Overlay District
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-07 regarding groundwater protection regulations
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $257,595.57
• Resolution 2023-23 for a purchase agreement with Anderson Construction in Combs Industrial Park

Council approved the first readings of ordinances to establish a commercial cannabis licensing program and a cannabis overlay district. The city also approved fire service agreements with Carmel Township and the Rural Fire Association.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $257,595.57 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of police vehicles (7-0)
• Approved purchase agreement with Anderson Construction LLC in Combs Industrial Park (7-0)
• Approved Charlotte Frontier Days 2023 street closures (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-05 for commercial cannabis licensing (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-06 for Commercial Cannabis Overlay District (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-07 regarding groundwater protection (7-0)
• Approved fire services agreement with Carmel Township (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to water and sewer rates and city fees effective July 1, 2023. The body will also review final cannabis district maps for a proposed licensing program and a contract for a Parks Master Plan update.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $497,954.63
• Resolution 2023-24 regarding Water and Sewer Rates
• Resolution 2023-27 regarding Fees Effective July 1, 2023
• Approval of final cannabis district maps for licensing program
• Contract approval for Parks Master Plan update with Rowe PSC

City Council approved Resolution 2023-24 regarding water and sewer rates and finalized the cannabis district maps for a proposed licensing program. The council also authorized a contract for a Parks Master Plan update and approved $497,954.63 in expenditures.

• Approved Resolution 2023-24 Water and Sewer Rates (4-2)
• Approved final cannabis district maps as amended (5-1)
• Approved $497,954.63 in claims and expenditures (6-0)
• Approved contract with Rowe PSC for Parks Master Plan update (6-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement Tertiary Filter Backwash Pump (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-28 budget amendments for 22/23 FY (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 fees effective July 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved emergency waiver of bid process for traffic light repairs (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the establishment of social districts and a commercial marihuana licensing program.

• Discussion on Social Districts
• Discussion on Commercial Marihuana Licensing Program

Council denied proposed changes to the Charlotte Volunteer Fire Department Constitution and Bylaws but created a committee to discuss the matter with the association. Other actions included approving a land sale in Combs Industrial Park and extending a school resource officer agreement.

• Approved $443,052.54 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved extending School Resource Officer cost sharing agreement with Charlotte Public Schools (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 MDOT Aero contract for easement acquisition reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-22 Category B grant application for Walnut St. road improvements (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 land sale in Combs Industrial Park to Anderson Construction and Concrete, LLC (7-0)
• Approved amended City Attorney agreement (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-25 to deny proposed changes to Charlotte Volunteer Fire Department Constitution and Bylaws (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2023-24 regarding water and sewer rates until June 19, 2023 (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding commercial marijuana in the city. The meeting also includes a presentation on Master Planning 101 by Rowan Brady.

• Discussion on commercial marijuana in Charlotte
• Master Planning 101 presentation by Rowan Brady

The commission approved the minutes from June 4, 2023. Members discussed city strengths and weaknesses during a master planning presentation and reviewed proposed marijuana overlay districts. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 4, 2023 minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to hold public hearings and vote on the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The body will also address fire department special assessments and hazards and nuisances invoices.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget (Resolution 2023-20)
• Claims and expenditures totaling $872,462.91
• Special Assessment Roll for Charlotte Fire Department operation and maintenance ($932,278)
• Bid to replace maintenance hangar roof at Fitch A Beach Municipal Airport
• Resolution 2023-18 to change polling locations for the November 07, 2023 election

City Council approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 and a special assessment roll for the Fire Department. The council also authorized changes to polling locations for the November 7, 2023 election and approved a roof replacement bid for the municipal airport.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 annual budget (5-1)
• Approved Special Assessment Roll for Charlotte Fire Department operation and maintenance (6-0)
• Approved change of polling locations for November 07, 2023 election (6-0)
• Approved bid to replace maintenance hangar roof at F.A. Beach Municipal Airport (6-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $872,462.91 (6-0)
• Authorized adding Hazards & Nuisances invoices to the tax roll (6-0)
• Approved May 01, 2023 Workshop Meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and approve several resolutions regarding grant applications and road rehabilitation. The body will also consider contracts for brush grinding and master plan consulting.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $277,127.54
• Resolution 2023-15 allocating remaining ARPA funds to Hall/Washington/McClure road rehabilitation
• Setting a public hearing for the FY23/24 Budget on May 15
• Approval of brush grinding contract to Hammond Farms
• Selection of Beckett & Raeder as consultant for Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance Rewrite

City Council approved the use of remaining ARPA funds for the Hall/Washington/McClure road rehabilitation project. The council also selected a consultant for the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance rewrite and scheduled a budget public hearing.

• Allocated remaining ARPA dollars to Major Streets for Hall/Washington/McClure road rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved Beckett & Raeder as consultant for Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance rewrite (7-0)
• Set FY 23/24 budget public hearing for May 15 (7-0)
• Approved brush grinding contract with Hammond Farms (4-3)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $277,127.54 (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for Protecting MI Pension grant (7-0)
• Approved signatories for FAA ARPA grant (7-0)
• Cancelled May 10th Council workshop meeting (7-0)

City Council

The provided agenda consists of numeric codes and symbols rather than readable text. No decisions, proposals, or discussions can be identified.

The Council reviewed a presentation on proposed zones for marihuana licensing businesses, including Combs Industrial Park and areas near Walmart, Meijer, and Lansing Rd. No final decisions were made; the Council agreed to move the discussion to the regular meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Agreed to add marihuana licensing discussion to the regular meeting agenda

City Council

City Council approved the sale of land in Combs Industrial Park to Charlotte Anodizing, LLC and authorized the purchase of AEDs and LUCAS devices using general funds. The council tabled a resolution to move city elections to even years and a new pension funding policy.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $966,679.20
• Resolution 2023-06 to sell land in Combs Industrial Park to Charlotte Anodizing, LLC
• Resolution 2023-08 and 2023-09 to dedicate city property for road right-of-way on Spring St and Hall St
• Ordinance 2023-03 to correct ownership information for PILOT Ordinance at 535 Lansing Rd
• Approval to sell fire vehicle #312

City Council approved a bid for a new fire truck and directed administration to draft a commercial marihuana licensing ordinance. The council also voted to move city elections to even years and approved $394,761.10 in expenditures.

• Approved $749,673 bid for fire truck to replace #314 (7-0)
• Directed administration to draft marihuana ordinance for retail, testing, processing and transport licenses (7-0)
• Approved $394,761.10 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved modifying city elections to even years (7-0)
• Approved update to City Fire Code via Ordinance 2023-04 (7-0)
• Approved hiring a DPW Laborer in the draft FY 23/24 budget (5-2)
• Approved lease amendment with Eaton County 4-H Agricultural Society (7-0)
• Tabled Pension Funding Policy 2023-02 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023/24. This is a discussion-based meeting to review financial planning.

• Presentation and discussion on FY 23/24 Budget

Council reviewed a draft budget presentation covering projected revenues, expenses, and priorities. No formal votes were taken on the budget; Council requested additional data on PILOT revenue, DPW staffing expenses, and ARPA fund allocations for the next discussion.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Excused absences of Mayor Armitage and Councilmember Dyer (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposed site plan for 815 West Shepherd St. The body will also work to establish a steering committee and interview date for the Master Plan.

• Public hearing and approval vote for proposed site plan at 815 West Shepherd St
• Establishment of Master Plan steering committee

The Planning Commission approved a proposed site plan for 815 W. Shepherd St. following a public hearing regarding battery storage safety. The commission also established a steering committee to interview firms for the city's Master Plan.

• Approved proposed site plan for 815 W. Shepherd St. (8-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Established Master Plan Steering Committee consisting of Snyder, Christensen J, Garrett, Lester, and Bliven (alternate)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to modify city elections to even-numbered years. The body is also reviewing policies for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) and pension funding, as well as updates to the City Fire Code.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $966,679.20
• Public hearing on Resolution 2023-07 to modify city elections to even years
• Final approval of Resolution 2023-06 to sell land in Combs Industrial Park to Charlotte Anodizing, LLC
• Dedication of city property for road right-of-way for Spring St and Hall St
• Purchase of AEDs and LUCAS Device using ARPA funds

City Council approved the sale of land in Combs Industrial Park and established a base threshold for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). The council also authorized the purchase of medical equipment using general funds and the sale of a fire vehicle. A proposal to move city elections to even years was tabled.

• Approved sale of land in Combs Industrial Park to Charlotte Anodizing, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $966,679.20 in claims and expenditures (5-0)
• Approved Council Policy 2023-01 establishing a base threshold for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (5-0)
• Approved purchase of AEDs and LUCAS devices using general funds (5-0)
• Approved sale of fire vehicle #312 with a defined contract term date (5-0)
• Approved road right-of-way dedications for Spring St and Hall St (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2023-07 to modify city elections to even years (4-1)
• Tabled Pension Funding Policy and City Attorney retainer agreement (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a first reading of an ordinance to amend a PILOT tax exemption for Related Affordable, LLC. The body will also review the final plan for the Pray Funeral Home Planned Development District and discuss shifting city elections from odd to even years.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $657,010.49
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-02 regarding PILOT tax exemption for Butternut Creek Apartments
• Approval of the Final Plan for Pray Funeral Home Planned Development District
• Approval of MiDeal contract for annual road salt purchase
• Discussion on modifying city elections from odd to even years

City Council approved the Final Plan for the Pray Funeral Home Planned Development District. A proposed ordinance to amend a PILOT tax exemption for Related Affordable, LLC (Butternut Creek Apartments) was defeated. Council also scheduled a public hearing for April 3 to discuss moving city elections from odd to even years.

• Approved Final Plan for Pray Funeral Home PDD (7-0)
• Denied Ordinance 2023-02 to amend PILOT Tax Exemption for Related Affordable, LLC (2-5)
• Approved Mayoral Appointment(s) (7-0)
• Approved MiDeal contract for annual road salt purchase (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 3 regarding modifying city elections from odd to even years (7-0)
• Scheduled commercial cannabis workshop for April 17 (7-0)
• Approved March 06 and March 15 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive presentations on local infrastructure. The session focuses on road projects and safety initiatives for students.

• Presentation on Safe Routes to School Project
• Presentation on 2023 Road Projects and Road Rehabilitation Plan

Council held a workshop to discuss the construction phase of the Safe Routes to School project and the 2023 road rehabilitation plan. No substantive votes were taken on these projects; the meeting focused on project timelines, funding, and resident concerns regarding communication and sidewalk maintenance.

• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Excused council members Rodriguez and Dyer (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review the final plan for the Pray Funeral Home Planned Development District. The body will also discuss authorizing a Request for Proposals for a Combined Community Master Plan and Zoning Code rewrite.

• Review and approval of Final Plan for Pray Funeral Home Planned Development District
• Authorization to release Request for Proposals for Combined Community Master Plan & Zoning Code rewrite consulting services
• Annual election of Chairperson, Vice-Chair, and Secretary

The Planning Commission approved the final plan for the Pray Funeral Home planned development. The board also authorized the release of a request for proposals for a combined community master plan and zoning code rewrite.

• Approved minutes of January 10, 2023 (6-0)
• Elected Justin Brummette as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected James McRae as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Nicole Christensen as Secretary (6-0)
• Approved Pray Funeral Home renovation project as proposed (6-0)
• Authorized request for proposals for consulting services for zoning code and master plan rewrite

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amendment to establish a PILOT tax exemption for Related Affordable, LLC at 535 Lansing St. The body will also discuss permitting for private tree trimming in the city right-of-way.

• Proposed PILOT tax exemption for Butternut Creek Apartments (535 Lansing St.)
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $288,903.88
• MML Liability & Property Pool insurance policy renewal for April 2023 to April 2024
• Mayoral appointments to the DDA, Planning Commission, and Airport Advisory Board
• Closed session to discuss real estate acquisitions for airport easements

City Council approved claims and expenditures totaling $288,903.88 and renewed the MML Liability & Property Pool insurance policy. Council also directed the City Manager to schedule a first reading for a PILOT tax exemption amendment for Butternut Creek Apartments. A draft report on a water rate study was presented, proposing a $2.0 million improvement bond.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $288,903.88 (6-0-1)
• Approved MML Liability & Property Pool insurance policy renewal for April 2023 to April 2024 (6-0-1)
• Approved Mayoral appointments to city boards/commissions (6-0-1)
• Directed City Manager to include first reading of PILOT tax exemption amendment for 535 Lansing St. on March 20 agenda
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will receive a draft report on water and sewer utility rates. The body is also considering a contract for auditing services and a purchase agreement for a land sale at Combs Park.

• Draft report presentation for Water Rate Study
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $258,424.77
• Proposed land sale at Combs Park to Charlotte Anodizing
• Proposed auditing services contract award to Maner Costeriani
• Resolution 2023-05 to add Michigan Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System as an investment option

City Council approved a purchase agreement to sell land at Combs Park to Charlotte Anodizing, subject to a 28-day public comment period. The council also awarded an auditing services contract and approved over $258,000 in expenditures.

• Approved purchase agreement for land sale at Combs Park to Charlotte Anodizing (7-0)
• Approved auditing services contract award to Maner Costerisan (7-0)
• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $258,424.77 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 to add Michigan Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System as an investment option (7-0)
• Denied motion to add Fire authority ad hoc committee to the agenda (3-4)
• Approved February 06 and February 15 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss priorities for the upcoming year. Key topics include road rehabilitation, infrastructure projects, and the city's long-term financial and operational status.

• Road rehabilitation plan and Master Plan update
• Safe Routes to Schools sidewalk project
• Island Highway reconstruction
• Hall/Washington/McClure reconstruction
• Third-party water rate study

The Council held a workshop meeting to discuss a draft list of 2023 priorities provided by City Manager LaPere. No formal votes were taken on the priority items; the session served as a discussion of goals ranging from police staffing to housing development.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a preliminary site plan review for two properties on S. Washington Street. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Preliminary Site Plan Review for 223 S. Washington St.
• Preliminary Site Plan Review for 225 S. Washington St.

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 50,000 sq. ft. addition to Linn Products, Inc. at 1215 Lipsey Drive to house a new aluminum extrusion machine. The commission also elected its officers for the year and approved the 2017 meeting schedule.

• Approved site plan for Linn Products expansion at 1215 Lipsey Dr. (8-0-1)
• Elected Commissioner Conway as Chairman (8-0-1)
• Elected Commissioner Rosier as Vice Chairman (8-0-1)
• Elected Commissioner Bly as Secretary (8-0-1)
• Approved 2017 regular meeting dates (8-0-1)
• Approved November 1, 2016 minutes (8-0-1)
• Approved meeting agenda (8-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approval of Ordinance 2023-01 regarding the Michigan Vehicle Code. The body will also discuss commercial marihuana licensing, the City Attorney contract, and the concept of a Public Safety Chief.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2023-01 (Traffic and Vehicles)
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $384,243.90
• Resolution 2023-01: Contract with MDOT for Washington, Hall, and McClure Street project
• Resolution 2023-02: City Manager performance evaluation and salary adjustment
• Resolution 2023-03: Extension of timeframe to fill Fire Chief vacancy

City Council approved a contract with MDOT for a street project and extended the deadline to fill the Fire Chief vacancy. The council also voted to draft ordinances for various cannabis licenses and established an Ad Hoc Committee for City Manager evaluation criteria.

• Approved $384,243.90 in claims and expenditures (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 contract with MDOT for Washington, Hall, McClure Street project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 City Manager performance evaluation and salary adjustment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 to extend Fire Chief vacancy filling timeframe by 30 days (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 to establish Ad Hoc Committee for City Manager evaluation criteria (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 amending Section 66-31 of Chapter 66 regarding Traffic and Vehicles (7-0)
• Approved motion to draft cannabis ordinances for grow, process, retail, security transport, and micro businesses (7-0)
• Approved contract review for City Attorney at June 30, 2025 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss 2023 priorities and consider several maintenance contracts and a land sale. The body will also conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Michigan Vehicle Code.

• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $368,396.46
• Proposed land sale at Combs Industrial Park
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-01 regarding Traffic and Vehicles
• Bid award for grit chamber maintenance work
• Well pump repairs by Peerless Midwest, Inc.

City Council approved several maintenance contracts for water and sewer infrastructure and authorized the City Manager to sign a Letter of Intent for a land sale at Combs Industrial Park. The council also approved a FEMA grant agreement for fire equipment and rejected a proposal to overturn the Local Officers Compensation Commission's salary recommendations.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $368,396.46 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Fairgrounds Events (7-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (7-0)
• Rejected resolution to reject 2023 LOCC salary recommendations (1-6)
• Approved $17,426.00 grit chamber maintenance bid to KSB Supply (7-0)
• Approved $54,546.49 well pump repairs by Peerless Midwest, Inc. (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Letter of Intent for land sale at Combs Industrial Park (6-1)
• Approved public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-01 for February 06, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the potential for commercial marijuana licensing and establish 2023 council priorities. Administration has provided research on economic impacts, public safety, and recommendations for specific license types.

• Discussion on commercial marijuana licensing
• Discussion on 2023 Council Priorities
• Administration recommendation to permit retail, testing/compliance, and transporting licenses
• Administration recommendation to not permit standalone grow facilities

Council discussed commercial marihuana licensing and the legal requirements for municipalities to opt-in to medical marihuana uses. The council reached a consensus to continue pursuing the opt-in process. Discussion on 2023 Council Priorities was postponed.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Consensus reached to pursue opting-in to allow medical marihuana uses
• Postponed discussion on 2023 Council Priorities

Planning Commission

The Charlotte Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposed site plan for the Shyft Group expansion. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from December 6, 2022.

• Public hearing for Proposed Shyft Group Expansion site plan
• Approval vote for Proposed Shyft Group Expansion site plan

The Planning Commission approved the site plan for the proposed Shyft Group expansion. The commission also endorsed a 2022 review report for the City Council.

• Approved minutes of December 6, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved site plan for proposed Shyft Group expansion (7-0)
• Endorsed 2022 review report for City Council (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a second reading of an ordinance to establish a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for the Butternut Creek apartment complex. This tax incentive is intended to facilitate a $5.5 million to $5.6 million rehabilitation of the affordable housing site.

• Public hearing for Butternut Creek PILOT proposal
• Second reading of ordinance 2022-09 regarding Butternut Creek
• Approval of claims and expenditures totaling $252,843.92
• Discussion on rescheduling the January 11, 2023 workshop meeting

City Council approved an amended Principal Industrial Local Tax (PILOT) for Butternut Creek after increasing the rate from 8% to 10%. The council also approved over $252,000 in expenditures and rescheduled a workshop meeting.

• Approved claims and expenditures totaling $252,843.92 (7-0)
• Amended Butternut Creek PILOT from 8% to 10% (6-1)
• Approved amended Butternut Creek PILOT (7-0)
• Rescheduled January 11 workshop meeting to January 12, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes with correction (7-0)