Fraser public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt the Parks and Recreation Plan. The body will also discuss DPS staffing, grant applications, and a bond request from the Library Board.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt Parks and Recreation Plan
• DPS staffing request
• Spark Grant application resolutions of support
• Library Board bond request
• Employee Handbook update

City Council rejected a resolution to issue up to $7 million in capital improvement bonds for the Fraser Public Library. The council also approved grant applications for three parks and authorized the promotion of one Public Safety Sergeant.

• Denied issuance of 2023 Capital Improvement Bonds for Fraser Public Library up to $7M (2-5)
• Approved SPARK Grant applications for Steffen’s Park, Somerset Park, and Blanke Park (5-2)
• Approved promotion of one officer to Sergeant (7-0)
• Authorized hiring of one PSO to maintain department staffing at 29 (7-0)
• Adjourned action on Parks and Recreation Master Plan for corrections (7-0)
• Approved changes to Employee Handbook regarding sick time (7-0)
• Discontinued use of ZOOM platform for meetings (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt the Parks and Recreation Plan. The body will also discuss DPS staffing, a library board bond request, and an employee handbook update.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt Parks and Recreation Plan
• DPS staffing request
• Spark Grant application resolutions of support
• Library Board bond request
• CDBG set public hearing

City Council voted against authorizing the issuance of 2023 Capital Improvement Bonds for the Fraser Public Library. The council also approved several park grant applications and updated the employee sick time policy.

• Denied issuance of 2023 Capital Improvement Bonds up to $7M for the library (2-5)
• Approved SPARK Grant applications for Steffen’s Park, Somerset Park, and Blanke Park (5-2)
• Approved promotion of one officer to Sergeant (7-0)
• Authorized hiring of one PSO to maintain department staffing at 29 (7-0)
• Approved Employee Handbook changes granting one sick day per month (7-0)
• Adjourned action on Parks and Recreation Master Plan for corrections (7-0)
• Approved discontinuation of the ZOOM platform for meetings (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items and reports. The commission will review an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and general reports. The commission will review an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to address unfinished business regarding a December Open House and an ordinance. New business items include a half-price sale, a Christmas resale pack-up, and the removal of decorations.

• December Open House
• Ordinance discussion
• Half-Price Sale
• Pack-up Christmas Resale
• Removal of decorations

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to address unfinished business regarding an ordinance and a December open house. The body will also discuss new business concerning a half-price sale and the removal of Christmas decorations.

• December Open House
• Ordinance discussion
• Half-Price Sale
• Pack-up Christmas Resale
• Removal of decorations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Recreation Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss the abolition of a previous eligibility list and the establishment of a new one. The body will also review correspondence from POAM and a labor attorney.

• Abolish Eligibility List of 6/15/22
• Establish New Eligibility List of 11/30/2022
• Review correspondence from POAM
• Review correspondence from Labor Attorney

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for professional services. The body will meet with candidates for engineering and legal positions.

• Engineering Consultant Interviews
• Labor Attorney Interviews
• General Counsel Attorney Interviews

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for professional services. The body will interview candidates for engineering, labor attorney, and general counsel positions.

• Engineering Consultant Interviews
• Labor Attorney Interviews
• General Counsel Attorney Interviews

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the 2015 International Fire Code and discuss road funding. The meeting also includes a scheduled bond presentation from the Library Board.

• Adoption of 2015 International Fire Code
• DPS vehicle purchase request
• Road funding discussion
• HVAC units and Baumgartner roof items
• Library Board Bond Presentation

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the adoption of the 2015 International Fire Code and road funding. The body will also hear a bond presentation from the Library Board and consider a property purchase in a closed session.

• Adoption of 2015 International Fire Code
• DPS vehicle purchase request
• Road funding discussion
• HVAC units and Baumgartner roof items
• Library Board Bond Presentation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance. The body will also review museum operations, including a humidifier and holiday decorating.

• Discussion of Proposed Ordinance
• Museum humidifier
• Christmas Sale
• November Open House
• Halloween Party

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance and plan upcoming museum activities. The agenda includes discussions on a Christmas sale and museum decorations.

• Discussion of Proposed Ordinance
• Christmas Sale
• Museum and exterior decorations
• Humidifier
• November Open House

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to determine if a variance is warranted for a proposed masonry wall. The request involves erecting a structure meeting the definition of a fence between the front building line and the front property line.

• Public hearing for Appeal #ZBA22-04 regarding a masonry wall variance at 33180 Groesbeck Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request for a property at 33180 Groesbeck. The board denied the proposed 6-foot masonry wall and instead approved a decorative wrought-iron fence not exceeding 4 feet in height, subject to Planning Commission approval.

• Approved variance for 33180 Groesbeck for a non-sight obscuring decorative wrought-iron fence max 4 feet high instead of a 6-foot masonry wall (All Ayes)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a property at 33180 Groesbeck Highway. The applicant seeks to erect a masonry wall between the front building line and the front property line.

• Public hearing for Appeal #ZBA22-04 regarding a masonry wall variance at 33180 Groesbeck Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request for a property at 33180 Groesbeck. The board required a decorative wrought-iron fence instead of the proposed masonry wall, subject to Planning Commission approval.

• Approved variance for 33180 Groesbeck for a non-sight obscuring decorative wrought-iron fence not exceeding 4 feet in height instead of a 6-foot masonry wall (All Ayes)
• Approved the October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 33071 Garfield and a site plan amendment for 34400 Klein. The body will also address a withdrawn special land use request for Gravity Auto Detailing.

• RZ22-01: Rezoning request for 33071 Garfield
• SP 21-09: Site plan amendment for 34400 Klein
• SLU 22-02: Special land use request for Gravity Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield (WITHDRAWN)

The Planning Commission denied a rezoning request for a duplex at 33071 Garfield and approved a site plan amendment for 34400 Klein with specific stipulations. Additionally, a special land use request for Gravity Auto Detailing was withdrawn.

• Denied rezoning request RZ22-01 for 33071 Garfield (7-0)
• Approved site plan SP 21-09 for 34400 Klein with four ZBA stipulations (7-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of special land use request SLU 22-02 for Gravity Auto Detailing (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 33071 Garfield and a site plan amendment for 34400 Klein. The body will also address a withdrawn special land use request for Gravity Auto Detailing.

• RZ22-01: Rezoning request for 33071 Garfield
• SP 21-09: Site plan amendment for 34400 Klein
• SLU 22-02: Special land use for Gravity Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield (Withdrawn)

The Planning Commission denied a rezoning request for a proposed one-story duplex at 33071 Garfield. The commission also approved a site plan amendment for 34400 Klein with specific stipulations and accepted the withdrawal of a special land use request for Gravity Auto Detailing.

• Denied rezoning request RZ22-01 for 33071 Garfield (7-0)
• Approved site plan amendment SP 21-09 for 34400 Klein with four ZBA stipulations (7-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of special land use request SLU 22-02 for Gravity Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield (7-0)
• Approved agenda for November 2, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to review reports and current events. A primary focus of the meeting is the volunteer group report for Christmas in Fraser.

• Volunteer group report: Christmas in Fraser
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to review reports and conduct business. A primary focus of the agenda is a report from the Christmas in Fraser volunteer group.

• Volunteer group report on Christmas in Fraser
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the 'Christmas in Fraser' event. The agenda focuses on reports from volunteer groups regarding the holiday festivities.

• Volunteer group report on Christmas in Fraser event

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to receive a volunteer group report regarding the Christmas in Fraser event. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and this specific event report.

• Volunteer Group Report on Christmas in Fraser Event

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider the adoption of the 2015 International Fire Code and a library bond resolution. The body will also review healthcare consultant bids and a Recreation Commission appointment.

• Adoption of 2015 International Fire Code
• Library Bond Resolution
• Healthcare Consultant Bids
• Steffens/Mulvey Renovations
• Recreation Commission Appointment

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider the adoption of the 2015 International Fire Code and a library bond resolution. The body will also review healthcare consultant bids and a Recreation Commission appointment.

• Adoption of 2015 International Fire Code
• Library Bond Resolution
• Healthcare Consultant Bids
• Steffens/Mulvey Renovations
• Recreation Commission Appointment

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance requests. The board is reviewing proposals to allow prohibited gravel storage at one site and the construction of a masonry wall in a restricted area at another.

• Appeal #ZBA22-03: Variance request to store gravel at 34400 Klein Road
• Appeal #ZBA22-04: Variance request to erect a masonry wall between the front building line and front property line at 33180 Groesbeck Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request for outdoor storage of loose gravel at 34400 Klein, with conditions including a 10-yard limit on loose materials, proper screening approved by the Planning Commission, and a shared parking agreement recorded with the city. A separate variance request for a masonry wall at 33180 Groesbeck was postponed to the November meeting. The board also approved the April 7, 2022 minutes with a spelling correction.

• Approved variance #ZBA22-03 for outdoor gravel storage at 34400 Klein (all ayes)
• Postponed variance #ZBA22-04 for masonry wall at 33180 Groesbeck to November meeting (all ayes)
• Approved April 7, 2022 minutes with spelling correction (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance requests. One involves the storage of loose minerals at a contractor's office, and the other concerns the placement of a masonry wall.

• Appeal #ZBA22-03: Variance request to store gravel at 34400 Klein Road
• Appeal #ZBA22-04: Variance request to erect a masonry wall between the front building line and front property line at 33180 Groesbeck Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request (ZBA22-03) to allow outdoor storage of loose gravel at 34400 Klein in the IR zoning district, with conditions including a 10-yard limit on loose materials, proper screening approved by the Planning Commission, and a recorded parking agreement with the City Attorney. A second variance request (ZBA22-04) for a masonry wall at 33180 Groesbeck was postponed to the November meeting. The board also approved the April 7, 2022, minutes with a spelling correction.

• Approved variance ZBA22-03 for outdoor gravel storage at 34400 Klein (all ayes)
• Postponed variance ZBA22-04 for masonry wall at 33180 Groesbeck to November meeting (all ayes)
• Approved April 7, 2022, meeting minutes with spelling correction (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special land use request and review site plans and a rezoning request. The body will also discuss transparency zoning amendments and unfinished business regarding industrial and residential developments.

• Public Hearing: SLU 22-02 Galaxy Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield
• Site Plan: SP 22-06 Juan Blancos at 34275 Utica
• Rezoning Request: RZ22-01 at 33071 Garfield
• Site Plan: SPR 22-04 15 Mile Industrial Development
• Site Plan Amendment: SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for Juan Blanco at 34275 Utica Road, with conditions including six frontage trees, a bike rack, and parking striping. They also approved a site plan for 15 Mile Industrial Development with conditions on access and performance standards. A site plan amendment for Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 was denied, and two items (rezoning and special land use) were postponed due to applicant absence.

• Approved SP 22-06 Juan Blanco site plan with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SPR 22-04 15 Mile Industrial Development site plan with conditions (7-0)
• Denied SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 site plan amendment (7-0)
• Postponed RZ22-01 rezoning at 33071 Garfield to November 2 (7-0)
• Postponed SLU 22-02 Galaxy Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield to November 2 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special land use request and review site plans and a rezoning request. The body will also discuss transparency zoning amendments and ongoing industrial development projects.

• Public Hearing: SLU 22-02 Galaxy Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield
• Site Plan Review: SP 22-06 Juan Blancos at 34275 Utica
• Rezoning Request: RZ22-01 at 33071 Garfield
• Site Plan Review: SPR 22-04 15 Mile Industrial Development
• Site Plan Amendment: SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10

The Planning Commission approved SP 22-06 for Juan Blanco at 34275 Utica, with conditions including six frontage trees, a bike rack, parking striping, and ADA spaces. They also approved SPR 22-04 for a 15 Mile Industrial Development site plan, subject to a shared access agreement and performance standards. A site plan amendment for Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 was denied, and the commission postponed a rezoning request and a special land use hearing due to applicant absences.

• Approved SP 22-06 for Juan Blanco at 34275 Utica with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SPR 22-04 for 15 Mile Industrial Development with conditions (7-0)
• Denied SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 site plan amendment (7-0)
• Postponed RZ22-01 rezoning at 33071 Garfield to November 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Postponed SLU 22-02 for Galaxy Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield to November 2, 2022 (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports on current events and parks and recreation.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation
• Volunteer Group Reports
• Reports on Current Events

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 special meeting
• Volunteer Group Reports
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review unfinished business and new projects. Discussions include upcoming open houses and a barn sale.

• Eagle Scout Project
• Fundraiser
• October Open House
• Pack up Barn Sale
• November Open House

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review unfinished business and new items. Discussions include upcoming open houses and a barn sale.

• Eagle Scout Project
• Fundraiser
• October Open House
• Pack up Barn Sale
• November Open House

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to conduct interviews for appointment to the commission. The agenda also includes reports on current events and an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Interview of candidate Martha Blay for appointment to Recreation Commission
• Interview of candidate Rebecca Walker for appointment to Recreation Commission
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and an overview of Parks and Recreation. The body is scheduled to interview Martha Blay and Rebecca Walker for appointment to the commission.

• Interviews for commission appointment: Martha Blay
• Interviews for commission appointment: Rebecca Walker
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several infrastructure repairs and equipment needs. The agenda includes items regarding parking lot resurfacing and the purchase of equipment for Engine Four.

• City Hall parking lot resurfacing
• Senior Housing parking lot resurfacing
• Engine Four equipment purchase
• Senior Activity Center foundation repair
• Vacuum truck repairs

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several infrastructure repairs and equipment needs, including parking lot resurfacing and fire engine equipment. The body will also review requests for a new Communications Associate position and professional service RFPs.

• City Hall and Senior Housing parking lot resurfacing
• Engine Four equipment purchase
• Senior Activity Center foundation repair
• Vacuum truck repairs
• Engineering and Legal RFPs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several site plan amendments and reviews, including industrial developments on Klein Road and 15 Mile. The body will also address unfinished business regarding a proposed outdoor patio at 34360 Utica Road.

• SP 21-09: 34400 Klein Site Plan Amendment for a 20-foot driveway and 4,700 sq ft paved area
• SPR 22-03: 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center review
• SPR 22-04: 15 Mile Industrial Development (Parcel 11-32-226-016) review
• SLU 22-01: 34360 Utica Road Shooter’s Proposed Outdoor Patio
• SUB 01-19: Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 Site Plan Amendment

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for Juan Blanco at 34275 Utica, with conditions including six frontage trees, a bike rack, parking striping, and ADA spaces. They also approved a site plan for 15 Mile Industrial Development with conditions on shared access and performance standards. A site plan amendment for Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 was denied, and two items (rezoning and special land use) were postponed due to applicant absence.

• Approved SP 22-06 for Juan Blanco at 34275 Utica with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SPR 22-04 for 15 Mile Industrial Development with conditions (7-0)
• Denied SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 site plan amendment (7-0)
• Postponed RZ22-01 rezoning at 33071 Garfield to November 2 (7-0)
• Postponed SLU 22-02 for Galaxy Auto Detailing at 16659 Garfield to November 2 (7-0)
• Discussed Hockeyland Outlot; board agreed to proceed without finalized parking agreement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plan amendments and new requests. The body will also consider a postponed request for an outdoor patio at 34360 Utica Road.

• SP 21-09: 34400 Klein Site Plan Amendment for a 20-foot driveway and 4,700 sq ft paved area
• SPR 22-03: 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center review
• SPR 22-04: 15 Mile Industrial Development (Parcel 11-32-226-016) review
• SLU 22-01: 34360 Utica Road Shooter’s Proposed Outdoor Patio
• SUB 01-19: Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 Site Plan Amendment

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for Juan Blanco restaurant at 34275 Utica Road, with conditions including six frontage trees, a bike rack, parking striping, and ADA spaces. They also approved a site plan for the 15 Mile Industrial Development with conditions on shared access and performance standards. A site plan amendment for Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 was denied, and two items (rezoning and special land use) were postponed due to applicant absence.

• Approved SP 22-06 Juan Blanco site plan with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SPR 22-04 15 Mile Industrial Development site plan with conditions (7-0)
• Denied SUB 01-19 Garfield Park Sub Parcels 1-10 site plan amendment (7-0)
• Postponed RZ22-01 33071 Garfield rezoning request to November 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Postponed SLU 22-02 16659 Garfield Galaxy Auto Detailing to November 2, 2022 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 1, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several new contracts, including sanitary sewer rehabilitation and building renovations for Steffens Park. The body will also review RFP results for engineering and legal services.

• Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract Award
• Steffens Park Building Renovations
• Patrol Car Purchase
• SERESA Contract Extension Agreement
• Engineering and Legal RFP results

City Council

The City Council will meet to decide on several new contracts, including sanitary sewer rehabilitation and a patrol car purchase. The body will also review RFP results for legal, engineering, and healthcare consulting services.

• Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract Award
• Patrol Car Purchase
• Steffens Park Building Renovations
• Healthcare, Engineering, and Legal RFP results
• SERESA Contract Extension Agreement

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive reports from volunteer groups and an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Volunteer Group Reports
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review volunteer group reports and an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Volunteer Group Reports
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review unfinished business and new items. Discussions include an open house, a chocolate basket, an Eagle Scout project, and a sprinkler system.

• Open House
• Chocolate Basket
• Eagle Scout Project
• Sprinkler System

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to address unfinished business and new items. Discussions include an open house, a chocolate basket, an Eagle Scout project, and a sprinkler system.

• Open House
• Chocolate Basket
• Eagle Scout Project
• Sprinkler System

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Director of Public Safety position. This is the only item of new business listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for Director of Public Safety: Robert Trupiano, Eric Myers, Scott Rohr, and Samantha Ranson-Kretzschmar

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Director of Public Safety position. This is the only item of new business listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for Director of Public Safety: Robert Trupiano, Eric Myers, Scott Rohr, and Samantha Ranson-Kretzschmar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review a site plan for a proposed outdoor patio at Shooter’s bar and restaurant. The body will also consider a parking lot modification and a site plan extension request.

• Public hearing and site plan review (SLU 22-01/SPR 22-01) for a 15’ x 17’ outdoor patio at 34360 Utica Road
• Site plan review (SPR 22-02) for parking lot modifications at 34500 – 34650 Klein
• Request for site plan approval extension (SP21-08) for 34400 Utica Road Outlot Development

The Fraser Planning Commission postponed action on Shooter's proposed outdoor patio (SLU 22-01 and SPR 22-01) at 34360 Utica Road until the September 7, 2022 meeting, requiring a revised plan with specific improvements. The commission approved a parking lot modification at 34500-34650 Klein (SPR 22-02) with conditions, and extended the site plan approval for the 34400 Utica Road outlot development (SP21-08) for 12 months. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Postponed SLU 22-01 Shooter's outdoor patio to Sept. 7 (6-0)
• Postponed SPR 22-01 Shooter's patio site plan to Sept. 7 with revised plan (6-0)
• Approved SPR 22-02 Klein parking lot modification with conditions (6-0)
• Extended SP21-08 outlot development approval to Aug. 2, 2023 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review a site plan for a proposed 15’ x 17’ outdoor food and beverage patio at 34360 Utica Road. The body will also consider a parking lot modification and a site plan extension.

• Public hearing for SLU 22-01: Proposed outdoor patio at 34360 Utica Road (Shooter’s)
• Site plan review SPR 22-01: Proposed outdoor patio at 34360 Utica Road
• Site plan review SPR 22-02: Parking lot modification at 34500 – 34650 Klein
• Site plan review SP21-08: Request for site plan approval extension at 34400 Utica Road Outlot Development

The Fraser Planning Commission postponed action on Shooter's proposed outdoor patio (SLU 22-01 and SPR 22-01) at 34360 Utica Road until the September 7, 2022 meeting, requiring a revised plan with specific improvements. The commission approved a parking lot modification at 34500-34650 Klein (SPR 22-02) with conditions, and extended site plan approval for the 34400 Utica Road outlot development (SP21-08) for 12 months. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Postponed SLU 22-01 (Shooter's outdoor patio) to Sept. 7, 2022 (6-0)
• Postponed SPR 22-01 (Shooter's outdoor patio site plan) to Sept. 7, 2022, with revised plan (6-0)
• Approved SPR 22-02 (34500-34650 Klein parking lot modification) with conditions (6-0)
• Extended SP21-08 (34400 Utica Road outlot development) approval to Aug. 2, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved June 1, 2022 minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the resignation of Councilmember Winowiecki and the appointment of a replacement. The body is also reviewing bids for city infrastructure and facility maintenance, including HVAC and water main projects.

• Council Vacancy Appointment following Councilmember Winowiecki's resignation
• City Hall HVAC Bids
• Water Main Bids
• DPW Loader Bids
• Senior Activity Center Gym Floor Replacement and Cleaning Bids

The Fraser City Council accepted David Winowiecki's resignation and appointed Suzanne Kalka to fill the vacancy (4-2). Major contracts were approved: a $1.81M water main replacement project, a $217,575 HVAC upgrade, a $172,983 loader purchase, and a $568,281 insurance renewal. The council also authorized hiring a full-time Recreation Coordinator (6-1) and approved a labor agreement with Teamsters DPW 214.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Winowiecki (6-0)
• Appointed Suzanne Kalka to fill vacancy (4-2)
• Approved $1,812,943.75 water main replacement contract (6-0)
• Approved $217,575 City Hall HVAC upgrade contract (6-0)
• Approved $172,983 Volvo loader purchase (6-0)
• Approved $568,281 property/liability insurance renewal (6-0)
• Authorized hiring full-time Recreation Coordinator (6-1)
• Approved Teamsters DPW 214 labor agreement (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the resignation of Councilmember Winowiecki and the appointment of a replacement. The body is also reviewing bids for city infrastructure and facility maintenance, including HVAC and water main projects.

• Council Vacancy Appointment following Councilmember Winowiecki's resignation
• City Hall HVAC Bids
• Water Main Bids
• DPW Loader Bids
• Senior Activity Center Gym Floor Replacement and Cleaning Bids

The Fraser City Council accepted David Winowiecki's resignation and appointed Suzanne Kalka to fill the vacancy. The council also approved several major contracts, including a $1.8M water main replacement project, a $217,575 HVAC upgrade, a $172,983 loader purchase, and a $568,281 insurance renewal. A full-time Recreation Coordinator position was authorized, and a labor agreement with Teamsters Local 214 was ratified.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember David Winowiecki (unanimous)
• Appointed Suzanne Kalka to fill council vacancy (4-2, O'Dell and Sutherland opposed)
• Approved property/liability insurance renewal with Nickel & Saph, option 2, $568,281 (unanimous)
• Awarded City Hall HVAC upgrade contract to Miller-Boldt, Inc., $217,575 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Volvo L60H front-end loader from Ulta Equipment, $172,983 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Water Main Replacement contract to T.R. Pieprzak Company, $1,612,943.75 plus $200,000 engineering (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring full-time Recreation Coordinator (6-1, Blanke opposed)
• Approved Senior Activity Center gym floor repair with Varsity Flooring, $63,900, pending investigation (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review unfinished business and new items. The agenda includes discussions on the budget and several specific projects.

• Budget discussion
• Outhouse project
• Eagle Scout project
• Catherine Kelliher
• City Parade

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review unfinished business and new items. The agenda includes discussions on the commission budget and several specific projects.

• Budget review
• Outhouse project
• Eagle Scout project
• City Parade
• Chocolate Basket

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 7, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022 was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for August 3, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022 was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for August 3, 2022. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and an overview of Parks and Recreation. The body will also discuss the Senior Activity Center Gymnasium under other business.

• Discussion regarding the Senior Activity Center Gymnasium

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of a quorum.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and an overview of Parks and Recreation. The body will also discuss the Senior Activity Center Gymnasium.

• Discussion of Senior Activity Center Gymnasium

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 5 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of a quorum.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss eligibility lists for Public Safety Officers and Paramedics. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting.

• Public Safety Officers Eligibility List
• Public Safety Officers Eligibility List Paramedics

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider budget amendments for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and an engineering RFP. The body will also discuss the Building Department Administrator and the Public Safety Department uniform policy.

• FY 2021-2022 Budget Amendments
• Engineering RFP
• Audit Engagement Letter
• Public Safety Department Uniform Policy
• Building Department Administrator

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider budget amendments for FY 2021-2022 and an Engineering RFP. The body will also discuss the Building Department Administrator and the Public Safety Department Uniform Policy.

• FY 2021-2022 Budget Amendments
• Engineering RFP
• Audit Engagement Letter
• Public Safety Department Uniform Policy
• Building Department Administrator

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and the overview of Parks and Recreation. The body is scheduled to discuss the city picnic and parade.

• Overview report of Parks and Recreation regarding the city picnic and parade

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and volunteer groups. The body is scheduled to discuss an overview report of parks and recreation specifically regarding the city picnic and parade.

• Overview report of Parks and Recreation regarding the city picnic and parade

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 2, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 2, 2022 was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for July 7, 2022.

• Cancelled June 2, 2022 ZBA meeting due to lack of business

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 2, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 2, 2022 was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for July 7, 2022. No decisions were made.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a staff update on the 2022 Parks and Recreation 5-Year Master Plan. The body will also conduct a training presentation on its roles and decision-making scope.

• Staff update on 2022 Parks and Recreation 5-Year Master Plan
• Training presentation on Planning Commission Roles and Decision-Making Scope
• Correspondence regarding Roseville Master Plan Adoption

The Fraser Planning Commission met on June 1, 2022, and approved the agenda and the March 2, 2022 minutes as amended. No public hearings or site plan reviews were held. The commission received a training presentation on its roles and decision-making scope, and discussed updates on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and other items. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes as amended (7-0)
• Adjourned at 8:03 p.m. (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a staff update on the 2022 Parks and Recreation 5-Year Master Plan process. Members will also undergo training regarding their roles and decision-making scope.

• Staff update on the 2022 Parks and Recreation 5-Year Master Plan
• Training presentation on Planning Commission Roles and Decision-Making Scope
• Correspondence regarding the Roseville Master Plan Adoption

The Fraser Planning Commission met on June 1, 2022, and approved the agenda and the March 2, 2022 minutes as amended. No public hearings, site plans, or other reviews were conducted. The meeting focused on a training presentation by City Planner Paul Urbiel on the commission's roles and decision-making scope, with discussion on future training and updates on projects like Hockeyland and the 13 Mile/Groesbeck property. No formal decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes as amended (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and decide on the FY 22/23 budget, millage rates, and water and sewer rates. The meeting also includes discussions on city fee schedules and the evaluation of the City Manager.

• FY 22/23 Budget and Millage Rates (Resolution # 2022-008)
• FY 22/23 Police and Fire SAD Millage Rate (Resolution # 2022-007)
• FY 22/23 Water and Sewer Rates
• Fee Schedule Amendment
• Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick Hourly Charge Rates

City Council

The City Council will discuss and decide on the FY 22/23 budget, millage rates, and water and sewer rates. The body will also review fee schedule amendments and hourly charge rates for Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick.

• FY 22/23 Budget and Millage Rates (Resolution # 2022-008)
• FY 22/23 Police and Fire SAD Millage Rate (Resolution # 2022-007)
• FY 22/23 Water and Sewer Rates
• Fee Schedule Amendment
• Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick Hourly Charge Rates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for May 5, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for May 5, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022 was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for June 1, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022 was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for June 1, 2022.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body will also discuss setting the event calendar for the city.

• Discussion of setting event calendar for City
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body is scheduled to discuss setting the event calendar for the city.

• Discussion of setting event calendar for City
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review unfinished business and new items. Discussions include fundraising, an anniversary book, and facility maintenance.

• Barn and roof quotes
• Fundraiser
• Anniversary book
• Barn sale setup
• Outhouse

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss unfinished business and new items. The body is reviewing quotes for barn and roof work and planning a barn sale.

• Barn and Roof Quotes
• Anniversary Book
• Fund Raiser
• Set up for Barn Sale
• Outhouse

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The agenda includes a detailed budget report outlining estimated revenues and appropriations across various city departments.

• Discussion of Proposed FY 22/23 Budget
• Estimated General Fund revenues of $16,405,631
• Proposed $300,000 for District Court rentals
• Proposed $160,000 for Legal professional services
• Proposed $120,500 for IT software maintenance agreements

At a budget workshop, the City Council discussed the proposed FY 22/23 budget and directed the City Manager to make specific changes before final review. These include purchasing public safety vehicles with drug forfeiture monies, increasing the OPEB liability paydown from $207,000 to $414,000, and reducing the Special Assessment District (SAD) millage from 3 to 2 mills. No formal votes were taken; the decisions were agreements to address these items.

• Directed purchase of public safety vehicles with drug forfeiture monies
• Agreed to pay down $414,000 for OPEB liability instead of $207,000
• Agreed to reduce SAD millage from 3 to 2 mills

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The meeting includes opportunities for citizen participation on the agenda item.

• Discussion of Proposed FY 22/23 Budget

At a budget workshop, the Fraser City Council discussed the proposed FY 22/23 budget and directed the City Manager to make three changes before final review: purchase public safety vehicles with drug forfeiture monies, increase OPEB liability paydown from $207,000 to $414,000, and reduce the Special Assessment District (SAD) millage from 3 to 2 mills. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were agreements for further action.

• Agreed to purchase public safety vehicles with drug forfeiture monies
• Agreed to pay down $414,000 for OPEB liability instead of $207,000
• Agreed to reduce SAD millage from 3 to 2 mills

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from April 12, 2022. The body will also address the eligibility list for Public Safety Officers.

• Public Safety Officers Eligibility List

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 22/23 budget, millage rate, water and sewer rates, and Police and Fire SAD. The body will also consider several equipment contracts and a traffic light modernization agreement.

• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Budget and Millage Rate
• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Water and Sewer Rates
• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Police and Fire SAD
• Kelly & Masonic Traffic Light Modernization Cost Share Agreement
• Contracts for Rosenbauer Pumper and Helix III-A Ballistic Vests

The Fraser City Council approved the purchase of a new Rosenbauer pumper fire truck for $658,595, with a 4-3 vote, and directed the Department of Public Safety to bring back a list of equipment and three quotes. The council also approved the purchase of 30 ballistic vests for $30,000, several DPW and PSO hiring actions, a traffic light cost share agreement, a fireworks contract, park signs, and multiple board appointments. Public hearings were held on the FY 22/23 budget, millage rate, police and fire special assessment district, and water and sewer rates, but no votes were taken on those items at this meeting.

• Approved Rosenbauer pumper purchase for $658,595 (4-3)
• Authorized purchase of 30 Helix III-A ballistic vests and APB carriers from NYE Uniforms for $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved DPW to backfill part-time/seasonal positions as needed (unanimous)
• Approved hiring full-time clerical staff for DPW (unanimous)
• Approved DPW to backfill full-time positions and consider laborer-to-operator ratio (unanimous)
• Authorized recruitment and hiring of two Public Safety Officers to reach 29 staff by July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved cost share agreement for Kelly and Masonic traffic light modernization at $1,218 (unanimous)
• Approved Zambelli fireworks contract for Lion's Club carnival on July 24, 2022, with $8,000 from Lion's Club and $7,000 from city (5-1)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 22/23 budget, millage rate, water and sewer rates, and Police and Fire SAD. The body will also consider several equipment contracts and a traffic light modernization agreement.

• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Budget and Millage Rate
• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Water and Sewer Rates
• Public Hearing: FY 22/23 Police and Fire SAD
• Kelly & Masonic Traffic Light Modernization Cost Share Agreement
• Contracts for Rosenbauer Pumper, Helix III-A Ballistic Vests, and Zambelli Fireworks

The council approved the purchase of a new Rosenbauer pumper fire truck for $658,595, with a 4-3 vote, and directed the Department of Public Safety to return with a list of needed equipment and three quotes. The council also approved several other items, including the consent agenda, a $30,000 purchase of ballistic vests, and various personnel actions. Public hearings were held on the FY 22/23 budget, millage rate, police and fire special assessment district, and water and sewer rates, but no votes were taken on those items at this meeting.

• Approved purchase of Rosenbauer pumper for $658,595 (4-3)
• Directed DPS to bring back equipment list and three quotes for pumper outfitting
• Authorized purchase of 30 Helix III-A Ballistic Vests and APB Carrier from NYE Uniforms for $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check disbursements, and reports (unanimous)
• Approved DPW to backfill part-time/seasonal positions as needed (unanimous)
• Approved hiring full-time clerical staff for DPW (unanimous)
• Authorized DPS to recruit and hire two Public Safety Officers to reach 29 staff by July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved cost share agreement for Kelly and Masonic traffic light modernization at $1,218 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding the Public Safety Officers Eligibility List. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the January 5, 2022 meeting.

• Public Safety Officers Eligibility List

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review the Public Safety Officers eligibility list. The body will also discuss the re-hiring of a Public Safety Officer from the current list.

• Public Safety Officers Eligibility List
• Re-Hiring PSO from Current List

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a candidate interview for a vacant board seat. No public hearings or old business are scheduled for this meeting.

• Candidate interview for vacant board seat

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to conduct a candidate interview for a vacant board seat. No public hearings or old business are scheduled for this meeting.

• Candidate interview for vacant board seat

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022 was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is set for May 4, 2022.

• Cancelled April 6, 2022 Planning Commission meeting due to lack of business

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new items. The body will review quotes for a barn and roof.

• Review of barn and roof quotes
• Discussion of Anniversary Book
• Discussion of Craft Show
• Discussion of Fundraiser

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding an anniversary book, craft show, and fundraiser. The body will also review quotes for a barn and roof and plan an interview with Jim Chamberlin.

• Review of barn and roof quotes
• Interview of Jim Chamberlin
• Discussion of Anniversary Book
• Discussion of Craft Show
• Discussion of Fundraiser

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding an anniversary book, craft show, and fundraiser. The body will also review new business concerning quotes for a barn and roof.

• Review of barn and roof quotes
• Discussion of Anniversary Book
• Discussion of Craft Show
• Discussion of Fundraiser

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new items. The body will review quotes for a barn and roof and plan an interview with Jim Chamberlin.

• Review of barn and roof quotes
• Interview of Jim Chamberlin
• Discussion of Anniversary Book
• Discussion of Craft Show
• Discussion of Fundraiser

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The session includes opportunities for citizen participation on agenda items.

• Discussion of Proposed FY 22/23 Budget
• Recommended General Fund revenues of $16,405,631
• Proposed $160,000 for Professional Services (Legal)
• Proposed $300,000 for District Court rentals
• Proposed $120,500 for IT software maintenance agreements

The Fraser City Council held a budget workshop for FY 22/23, reviewing departmental budgets. They authorized the recruitment and hiring of three new Public Safety Officers and approved hiring a full-time clerical staff member for the Department of Public Works. They also approved backfilling a DPW position if a vacancy opens. No final budget was adopted; further discussion and public input are scheduled for April 14, 2022.

• Authorized recruiting and hiring 3 Public Safety Officers (6-0)
• Authorized hiring full-time clerical staff for DPW (6-0)
• Approved backfilling DPW position if vacancy opens (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The session includes opportunities for citizen participation on the agenda items.

• Discussion of Proposed FY 22/23 Budget
• Recommended budget for General Fund estimated revenues: $16,405,631
• Recommended budget for District Court rentals: $300,000
• Recommended budget for Legal professional services: $160,000
• Recommended budget for IT software maintenance agreements: $120,500

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body is scheduled to interview candidates for both appointment and reappointment to the commission.

• Interview candidate for reappointment to Recreation Commission
• Interview candidates for appointment to Recreation Commission
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body will also conduct interviews for a reappointment and new appointments to the commission.

• Interview candidate for reappointment to Recreation Commission
• Interview candidates for appointment to Recreation Commission
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a legal opinion, followed by a regular meeting. The regular session includes decisions on infrastructure contracts, public safety staffing, and parks planning.

• MDOT Klein Road Contract Resolution
• Gate Valve Exercise Bid Award
• HVAC System Engineering Costs
• Public Safety Director Vacancy and promotion of Gillies
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Proposal

The Fraser City Council approved a selection process for a new Public Safety Director, allowing both internal and external candidates, and appointed a three-member subcommittee to oversee hiring. The council also approved several contracts, including the MDOT Klein Road contract, a gate valve exercise bid, and an HVAC engineering proposal, along with various appointments and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Approved Public Safety Director selection process (7-0)
• Appointed Baranski, Sutherland, Schornak to hiring subcommittee (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Klein Road contract via Resolution #2022-05 (7-0)
• Awarded Pure Technologies $79,817.80 for valve exercising (7-0)
• Approved AEW HVAC engineering costs (5-2)
• Approved Advancing Macomb youth recreation proposal at $13,000 (7-0)
• Approved promotion of Sgt. John Gillies to Captain (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-006 supporting SERESA 911 surcharge (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a legal opinion, followed by a regular meeting. The regular session includes decisions on infrastructure contracts, public safety staffing, and parks planning.

• MDOT Klein Road Contract Resolution
• Gate Valve Exercise Bid Award
• HVAC System Engineering Costs
• Public Safety Director vacancy and promotion of Gillies
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan proposal

The Fraser City Council approved a selection process for a new Public Safety Director, including a job description and a three-member hiring subcommittee. The council also approved several contracts, including the MDOT Klein Road contract, a gate valve exercise bid, and a youth recreation proposal from Advancing Macomb.

• Approved selection process for Public Safety Director (7-0)
• Appointed Baranski, Sutherland, Schornak to hiring subcommittee (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Klein Road contract via Resolution #2022-05 (7-0)
• Awarded Pure Technologies U.S. Inc. valve exercise bid at $79,817.80 (7-0)
• Approved AEW HVAC engineering costs (5-2)
• Approved Advancing Macomb youth recreation proposal at $13,000 (7-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Master Plan proposal at $10,500 (7-0)
• Approved SERESA 911 surcharge resolution (5-2)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review new business regarding the budget. The body will also address unfinished business concerning a fundraiser, a ramp, the Barn Quilt Project, and an anniversary book.

• Budget discussion
• Anniversary Book
• Barn Quilt Project
• Fundraiser
• Ramp

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review new business regarding the budget. The body will also address unfinished business concerning a fundraiser, a ramp, an anniversary book, and the Barn Quilt Project.

• Budget discussion
• Barn Quilt Project
• Anniversary Book
• Fundraiser
• Ramp

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding three variance requests for a business at 34155 Kelly Road. The board will also discuss its 2022 meeting calendar and the election of officers.

• Appeal #22-01: Request to place a ground sign 41 feet from road centerline (70 feet required)
• Appeal #22-01: Request for 3 signs on industrial property (1 allowed)
• Appeal #22-01: Request for 110 square foot wall sign (100 square feet permitted)
• Recommendation of appointments for Chimenti and Menendez
• Election of officers

The Fraser Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests for Like Nu Carpet Cleaning at 34155 Kelly Road, allowing a ground sign at a 41-foot setback (vs. 70 feet required) and a wall sign exceeding the one-sign limit, with conditions that the wall sign appear as one and stay at or under 100 square feet. The board also approved its 2022 meeting calendar, recommended reappointments for two members, and elected officers.

• Approved ground sign setback variance to 41 feet from Kelly Road centerline (6-0)
• Approved wall sign variance allowing two signs combined to appear as one, under 100 sq ft (6-0)
• Approved 2022 ZBA meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Recommended reappointment of ZBA members Chimenti and Menendez to Dec 31, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Elected Marc Stimac as Chairman, Frank Farina as Vice-Chairman, Roseanne Menendez as Secretary

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding three variance requests for a business on Kelly Road. The board will also discuss its 2022 meeting calendar and member appointments.

• Appeal #22-01: Request to place a ground sign 41 feet from road centerline (70 feet required) at 34155 Kelly Road
• Appeal #22-01: Request to install 3 signs on industrial property (1 allowed)
• Appeal #22-01: Request for a 110 square foot wall sign (100 square feet permitted)
• Recommendation of appointments for Chimenti and Menendez
• Review of the draft 2022 Meeting Calendar

The Fraser Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests for Like Nu Carpet Cleaning at 34155 Kelly Road, allowing a ground sign at a 41-foot setback instead of the required 70 feet, and a wall sign exceeding the one-sign limit, with conditions that the wall sign appear as one sign and remain 100 square feet or less. The board also approved its 2022 meeting calendar, recommended reappointments for two members, and elected officers.

• Approved ground sign setback variance to 41 feet from road centerline (unanimous)
• Approved wall sign variance allowing two signs combined as one, under 100 sq ft (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 ZBA meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of ZBA members Chimenti and Menendez to Dec 31, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Elected Marc Stimac as Chairman, Frank Farina as Vice-Chairman, Roseanne Menendez as Secretary

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will interview candidates for vacant seats and elect its officers. The body will also review the 2021 Annual Planning Report and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Interviews for Planning Commissioner vacancies, including applicants Michael Lesich and Renee Meyer
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• Review of 2021 Annual Planning Report
• Proposed site plan amendment extension for Garfield Park (01-19SUB / Max Mancini)
• Approval of 2022 Planning Commission Calendar

The Planning Commission recommended three members for reappointment to City Council, interviewed two candidates for a vacancy, and postponed action on a site plan amendment for Garfield Park until September 7, 2022. The commission also accepted the 2021 Annual Planning Report, elected officers, and approved the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Recommended Randy Warunek reappointment to Planning Commission (5-0, Warunek abstained)
• Recommended Kenneth Perry Jr. reappointment to Planning Commission (5-0, Perry abstained)
• Recommended Joanne Barr reappointment to Planning Commission (5-0, Barr abstained)
• Postponed action on 01-19SUB Max Mancini site plan amendment to September 7, 2022 (5-1)
• Accepted and filed 2021 City of Fraser Annual Planning Report (6-0)
• Elected Randy Warunek Chairman, John Keil Vice-Chairman, Kenneth Perry Secretary
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission calendar (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will interview candidates for vacant seats and elect its officers. The body will also review the 2021 Annual Planning Report and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Interviews for Planning Commissioner vacancies, including applicants Michael Lesich and Renee Meyer
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• Review of 2021 Annual Planning Report and 2022 Work Plan
• Proposed site plan amendment extension for Max Mancini at Garfield Park (sub parcels 1-10)
• Approval of 2022 Planning Commission Calendar

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for March 1, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No official business was conducted.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for March 1, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will review budget amendments, HR transitions, and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The body is also considering sewer liner and televising contracts and equipment options for Somerset Park.

• Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Sewer Liner Contract
• Sewer Televising Contract Extension
• Somerset Park Tall Equipment Options
• Fraser Meadows Ponds Treatment

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider budget amendments, board appointments, and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The body is also reviewing sewer liner and televising contracts and equipment options for Somerset Park.

• Sewer Liner Contract
• Sewer Televising Contract Extension
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Somerset Park Tall Equipment Options
• Fraser Meadows Ponds Treatment

The Fraser City Council approved a $300,000 full-depth reclamation repair for the Senior Housing Parking Lot, with a provision to lend funds from the General Fund if needed. They also approved several contracts, including sewer investigation and pond treatment, and voted to post a part-time Recreation Coordinator position after a full-time proposal failed. The council entered closed session to discuss a collective bargaining agreement and later approved a letter of agreement with the Police Officers Labor Council.

• Approved budget amendments as proposed (7-0)
• Appointed Sandy Decker to Assessing Board of Review (7-0)
• Approved Tri-County Aquatics for Fraser Meadows pond treatment at $3,450 (7-0)
• Extended Pipetek sewer investigation contract for $206,859 (7-0)
• Approved piggybacking on Allen Park's sewer liner contract with Granite Inliner (7-0)
• Approved $300K Senior Housing Parking Lot repair with full-depth reclamation (7-0)
• Approved letter of agreement with Police Officers Labor Council (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Directed City Manager to begin search for Director of Public Safety (7-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review unfinished business and new initiatives. The body will discuss ongoing projects and potential fundraising efforts.

• Anniversary Book
• Barn Quilt Project
• Fundraiser
• Vintage Pictures

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review unfinished business and new initiatives. The body will discuss the Anniversary Book, the Barn Quilt Project, a fundraiser, and vintage pictures.

• Anniversary Book
• Barn Quilt Project
• Fundraiser
• Vintage Pictures

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 3, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 3, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022, was cancelled due to weather concerns. The next meeting is scheduled for March 2, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022, was cancelled due to weather concerns. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 2, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the allocation of 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and hold a related public hearing. The body is also considering several local ordinances, appointments, and budget amendments.

• Public hearing and allocation of 2022 CDBG funding
• Ordinance #2022-001 regarding smoking on or near City property
• Resolution #2022-01 to add Clearview Drive to local roads
• Resolution #2022-002 for Liquor License Permit/Free Play
• Discussion on Senior Center parking lot and janitorial services

The Fraser City Council approved a $490,000 HVAC system replacement and upgrade, funded by $200,000 from the FY 2021/2022 budget and $290,000 from COVID monies. They also allocated $8,250 in CDBG funds to three organizations and approved several resolutions, including adding Clearview Drive to the local road system and reclassifying a liquor license. The council entered closed sessions to discuss legal matters and authorized actions as discussed.

• Approved $490,000 HVAC replacement and upgrade (7-0)
• Allocated $8,250 CDBG funds: $4,800 Care House, $1,725 Advancing Macomb, $1,725 Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (7-0)
• Approved Bricks and Mortar Grant application for Senior Activities Center sign, not to exceed $45,772.41 (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-001 adding Clearview Drive to local road system (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-002 reclassifying Tavern License to Class C Liquor License for Free Play (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-001 Smoking on or Near City Property (7-0)
• Appointed O'Dell as SEMCOG delegate, Carnagie as alternate (7-0)
• Appointed Sutherland as MACRO representative (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and discuss the allocation of 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding local roads, liquor licenses, and city ordinances.

• Public hearing and expenditure allocation for 2022 CDBG Funding
• Resolution #2022-01 to add Clearview Drive to local roads
• Resolution #2022-002 for Liquor License Permit/Free Play
• Ordinance #2022-001 regarding smoking on or near City Property
• Discussion on HVAC cost estimates and Senior Center parking lot

The Fraser City Council approved a $490,000 HVAC system replacement and upgrade, funded by $200,000 from the current budget and $290,000 from COVID relief monies. The council also allocated $8,250 in 2022 CDBG funds to three organizations and approved a grant application for a new sign at the Senior Activities Center. Several other resolutions and appointments were approved, and two closed sessions were held to discuss legal matters.

• Approved $490,000 HVAC replacement and upgrade (7-0)
• Allocated $8,250 in CDBG funds: $4,800 to Care House, $1,725 to Advancing Macomb, $1,725 to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (7-0)
• Approved Bricks and Mortar grant application for Senior Activities Center sign, not to exceed $45,772.41 (6-1)
• Authorized defense counsel to proceed as discussed in closed session (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-001 adding Clearview Drive to local road system (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-002 reclassifying a Tavern License to Class C for Free Play (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-001 restricting smoking on or near city property (7-0)
• Appointed O'Dell as SEMCOG delegate and Sutherland as MACRO representative (7-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is holding a special meeting to review the city budget and commission funds. The body will also discuss the purchase order policy.

• City Budget
• Historical Commission Funds
• Purchase Order Policy
• December Open House

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the city budget and commission funds. The body will also review the purchase order policy.

• City Budget discussion
• Historical Commission Funds discussion
• Purchase Order Policy review

City Council

The City Council is holding a special work session to discuss internal roles, procedures, and the budgetary process. The meeting also includes closed sessions to consult with the City Attorney regarding specific court cases.

• Discussion of Council/Manager roles and rules of procedure
• Review of the budgetary process
• Updates on economic development, parks, recreation, and boards & commissions
• Closed session regarding Macomb County Circuit Court case 2020-003248-CD
• Closed session regarding Federal District Court case 2017-CV-11813

The Fraser City Council held a special work session on January 6, 2022, for informational and educational purposes only. No formal actions were taken, aside from procedural motions to excuse an absent member, approve the agenda, and enter closed session. The session covered topics like council-manager roles, rules, budget process, and updates on economic development and parks.

• Excused Council Member Winowiecki from the meeting (6-0)
• Approved agenda as amended with added Public Participation item (6-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for legal strategy discussions (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 p.m. (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for January 6, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop to discuss the roles of the council and manager, parliamentary procedures, and the budgetary process. The meeting also includes updates on economic development, parks, recreation, and boards and commissions.

• Discussion of Council/Manager roles and rules of procedure
• Review of the budgetary process
• Updates on economic development, parks, and recreation
• Closed session regarding Macomb County Circuit Court case 2020-003248-CD
• Closed session regarding Federal District Court case 2017-CV-11813

This was a special work session focused on informational and educational items, with no formal action taken. The council discussed city manager and council roles, council rules, parliamentary procedure, and the budget process. They also received updates on economic development, parks and recreation, and boards and commissions. The only actions were procedural, including excusing an absent member, approving the agenda, and adjourning to closed session for legal consultations.

• Excused Council Member Winowiecki from the meeting (6-0)
• Approved agenda as amended to add Public Participation item (6-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for legal consultations on three cases (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m. (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for January 6, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the 2021 Annual Planning Report and establish the 2022 calendar. The body will also elect its officers and discuss a site plan amendment extension for Garfield Park.

• 2021 Annual Planning Report
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• 2022 Planning Commission Calendar
• Proposed site plan amendment extension for 01-19SUB / Max Mancini / Garfield Park - Sub Parcels 1-10

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the 2021 Annual Planning Report and establish its 2022 calendar. The body will also consider a proposed site plan amendment extension for Garfield Park sub parcels 1-10.

• Review of 2021 Annual Planning Report
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• Proposed site plan amendment extension for 01-19SUB / Max Mancini / Garfield Park sub parcels 1-10