Fraser public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will meet to handle new appointments, including the Mayor Pro Tem and Recreation Commission members. The body will also discuss a cost share agreement for Garfield Road and review the city's multimedia platform and council equipment.

• Cost Share Agreement for Garfield Road
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
• Reappointment of Echo Hunt and Rebecca Walker to Recreation Commission
• Review of multimedia platform and councilmember phones/laptops
• Setting a public hearing date for CDBG

City Council

The City Council will meet to appoint a Mayor Pro Tem and discuss a cost share agreement for Garfield Road. The body will also review multimedia platforms and councilmember equipment. Other agenda items include recognizing community contributions to McKinley Park.

• Cost Share Agreement for Garfield Road
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
• Recognition of Eagle Scout Myron Kruzel for McKinley Park Sensory Garden
• Recognition of Moms of South Macomb for McKinley Park bike rack
• Reappointments to the Recreation Commission for Echo Hunt and Rebecca Walker

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will determine a new public hearing date for a sign variance request at 31471 Utica Road. The board will also discuss residential driveway expansions and adopt the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Set public hearing date for ZBA Case #23-05 (31471 Utica Road)
• Discussion of residential driveway expansion
• Adoption of 2024 Meeting Calendar
• Special tribute to Mark Stimac

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will determine a new public hearing date for a variance request at 31471 Utica Road. The board will also discuss driveway expansions and adopt the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Set public hearing date for ZBA Case #23-05 (31471 Utica Road)
• Discussion of driveway expansion
• Adoption of 2024 Meeting Calendar
• Special tribute to Mark Stimac

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a new sign ordinance regarding illumination and electronic message boards. The body also reviewed a revised site plan for a strip mall development at 32660 Utica Road.

• Revised Site Plan #23-03: demolition of car wash and construction of a three-unit strip mall at 32660 Utica Road
• Discussion of Sign Ordinance standards for illumination, electronic message boards, and enforcement
• Recommendation for reappointment of Frank Farina to the Planning Commission through 12/31/2026
• Recommendation for reappointment of John Keil to the Planning Commission through 12/31/2026
• Adoption of the 2024 Meeting Calendar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss enforcement and standards for wall and freestanding signs as part of a multi-month sign ordinance review. The body is also expected to adopt its 2024 meeting calendar.

• Discussion of sign ordinance enforcement, freestanding signs, and wall signage
• Adoption of 2024 Meeting Calendar

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss the results of a December 3rd open house and plan for upcoming holiday activities. The body is also reviewing the digitalization of its catalog.

• Half Price Sale scheduled for December 10, 2023
• Discussion of digitalization of the catalog
• Planning for Christmas Resale pack up and decoration removal
• Review of December 3rd Open House

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss the results of a December 3rd open house and plan for upcoming holiday activities. The body is also reviewing the progress of digitalizing its catalog.

• Half Price Sale scheduled for December 10, 2023
• Discussion of digitalizing the catalog
• Pack Up Christmas Resale
• Removal of decorations
• Review of December 3rd Open House

City Council

The special meeting of the City of Fraser City Council scheduled for November 22, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of quorum.

City Council

The special meeting of the City of Fraser City Council scheduled for November 22, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Recreation Commission

The Fraser Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and review the parks and recreation overview. The main business is interviewing or recommending Echo Hunt and Rebecca Walker for reappointment to three-year terms ending December 31, 2026. The agenda also includes volunteer group reports, citizen participation, and commissioner concerns.

• Interview Echo Hunt for reappointment to Recreation Commission
• Interview Rebecca Walker for reappointment to Recreation Commission
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2023 meeting
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation
• Volunteer group reports and current event reports

City Council

The City of Fraser Council will vote on consent items including minutes and check disbursements. New business includes discussions on radar speed signs, a communications service provider, a utilities rate study RFP, and a cost share agreement for the Kelly/Masonic intersection. Returning business covers an airport construction update, shade options for Fort Fraser, and the FY 2022-2023 audit status.

• Radar Speed Signs
• Utilities Rate Study RFP
• Cost Share Agreement – Kelly/Masonic Intersection
• Airport/Winsome Construction Update
• Shade Options for Fort Fraser

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss new business including radar speed signs, a communications service provider, and a utilities rate study RFP. The body will also consider a cost share agreement for the Kelly/Masonic intersection and review updates on the airport and FY 2022-2023 audit.

• Utilities Rate Study RFP
• Cost Share Agreement for Kelly/Masonic Intersection
• Radar Speed Signs
• Communications Service Provider
• FY 2022-2023 Audit Status

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss the November open house and holiday activities. The agenda includes planning for interior and exterior decorations and a humidifier schedule.

• November Open House
• Interior and exterior decorating
• Humidifier schedule
• Thermostat batteries

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a freestanding sign. The board will also discuss residential driveway expansions and the reappointment of a board member.

• Public hearing for Monticello Company LLC to increase freestanding sign height to 11 feet, 4.54 inches at 31471 Utica Road
• Discussion on residential driveway expansion and potential text amendments to Section 32-92-(10)
• Interview of Michael Lesich for reappointment to the ZBA
• Action items update regarding the Smokey Joes sign

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request from Monticello Company LLC. The board will also discuss residential driveway expansions and interview a candidate for reappointment.

• Public hearing for variance request #23-05 to increase freestanding sign height to 11 feet, 4.54 inches at 31471 Utica Road
• Discussion on residential driveway expansion and potential text amendments to Section 32-92-(10)
• Interview of Michael Lesich for reappointment to the ZBA
• Action items update regarding the Smokey Joes sign

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal to demolish a car wash and build a new strip mall. The body will also interview two candidates for commission positions and discuss the city's sign ordinance.

• Revised Site Plan Review #23-03: demolish car wash and construct strip mall at 32660 Utica Road
• Interviews for Planning Commission positions: Frank Farina and John Keil
• Sign Ordinance discussion
• Monthly report items: Dairy Queen Roof and Jon Blancos Parking

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal to demolish a car wash and build a new strip mall. The body will also interview two candidates for commission positions and discuss the city's sign ordinance.

• Revised Site Plan Review #23-03: Proposal to demolish car wash and construct strip mall at 32660 Utica Road
• Interviews for Planning Commission positions: Frank Farina and John Keil
• Sign Ordinance discussion
• Monthly report items: Dairy Queen Roof and Jon Blancos Parking

City Council

The City Council will discuss several new business items including equipment purchases and facility improvements. The body is also reviewing a city attorney rate adjustment and the status of the FY 2022-2023 audit.

• Purchase of four Stalker Radar Units
• Site preparation and electronic sign for Senior Activity Center
• Pavement marking bids and Miscellaneous Concrete Program
• City Attorney rate adjustment
• Closed session regarding COAM bargaining agreement negotiations

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several new business items including equipment purchases and facility improvements. The body is also reviewing the status of the FY 2022-2023 audit and discussing a bargaining agreement with COAM in closed session.

• Request to purchase four Stalker Radar Units
• Site preparation and electronic sign for the Senior Activity Center
• City Attorney rate adjustment
• Pavement marking bids and miscellaneous concrete program
• Closed session regarding COAM bargaining agreement negotiations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request to reduce the front parking setback for a proposed retail strip mall. The board will also discuss residential driveway expansion and training dates.

• Public hearing for Appeal #23-04: request to reduce front parking setback from 70 feet to 35.44 feet at 32660 Utica Road
• Discussion regarding residential driveway expansion ordinances
• Discussion regarding board training dates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request to reduce the front parking setback at 32660 Utica Road. The board will also discuss residential driveway expansions and training dates.

• Public hearing for Appeal #23-04: request to reduce front parking setback from 70 feet to 35.44 feet at 32660 Utica Road
• Proposed expansion of a car wash building into a 3,516 sq. ft. retail strip mall with 3 commercial units
• Discussion regarding residential driveway expansion ordinances
• Discussion regarding board training dates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a potential modification to the site plan for Fraser Hockeyland/Big Boy Restaurant. The body will also begin a multi-month discussion to update the city's sign ordinance to ensure legal compliance.

• Possible modification of site plan for Fraser Hockeyland/Big Boy Restaurant at 34400 Utica Road
• Discussion of general regulations, permitted signs, and prohibited signs for the Sign Ordinance update
• Discussion regarding a training date

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss general regulations and prohibited signs as part of a multi-month update to the city's Sign Ordinance. The body will also review a site plan for Fraser Hockeyland/Big Boy Restaurant.

• Review and possible modification of site plan for Fraser Hockeyland/Big Boy Restaurant at 34400 Utica Road
• Discussion of Sign Ordinance general regulations, permitted signs, and prohibited signs
• Discussion regarding a training date

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to swear in members and review museum operations. The body will discuss the cleanup of the museum and the organization of upcoming sales and open houses.

• Swearing in of members
• Review of October 1, 2023 Open House
• Cleaning of Museum
• Planning for Barn Sale pack up
• Setup for Christmas Sale and November Open House

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to conduct an interview for a commission candidate and discuss its by-laws with the City Attorney. The body will also receive reports on current events and an overview of Parks and Recreation.

• Interview of candidate for Recreation Commission
• Discussion of Recreation Commission By-Laws with City Attorney

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to interview a candidate for a commission vacancy. The body will also discuss its by-laws with the City Attorney and review an overview report of Parks and Recreation.

• Interview of candidate for Recreation Commission
• Discussion of Recreation Commission By-Laws with City Attorney

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to swear in members and review museum operations. The body will discuss the results of a recent open house and plan upcoming sales and events.

• Swearing in of members
• Review of October 1, 2023 Open House
• Museum cleaning
• Planning for Pack up Barn Sale
• Planning for Christmas Sale and November Open House

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body is scheduled to interview a candidate to fill a vacancy on the commission.

• Interview for Commission vacancy

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss new business including the use of Flock cameras and several infrastructure projects. The body is also reviewing financial policies and the status of the FY 2022-2023 audit.

• Discussion of Flock cameras
• HVAC and Cambridge Court change orders
• Commerce Water Main Break asphalt work
• Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract extension
• Fort Fraser playground equipment

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve a new eligibility list for Paramedic/Firefighter positions. The commission will also discuss a vacancy on the commission.

• Approval of New Eligibility List for Paramedic/Firefighter
• Discussion of Vacancy on Commission

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review recent open houses and discuss plans for an October event. The body will also address museum needs, including a sump pump and donation requirements.

• Discussion of October Open House
• Discussion of October Donation Needed
• Discussion of Sump Pump
• Review of August 6 and September 10 Open Houses
• Museum cleaning

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss museum upkeep, including a sump pump issue and cleaning. The body will also review recent and upcoming open house events.

• Discussion of October Open House
• Discussion of October donations
• Review of sump pump issues in the museum basement
• Review of August 6 and September 10 open houses
• Museum cleaning

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved site plans and land use status for a Popeye’s Chicken and an auto repair center. A proposal for a new strip mall on Utica Road was postponed pending required variances. The commission also discussed parking agreements for Hockeyland and upcoming sign ordinance updates.

• Approved Site Plan Class A Land Use Status for Popeye’s Chicken at 31401 Groesbeck Highway (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan #23-02 for Popeye’s Chicken at 31401 Groesbeck (6-0)
• Postponed decision on Site Plan #23-03 for 32660 Utica Road pending required variances (6-0)
• Approved SLU/SP #23-01 for auto repair facility at 31000 Groesbeck with condition to provide accessible route from sidewalk (6-0)
• Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes as revised (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved site plans and land use status for a Popeye’s Chicken restaurant and an auto repair center. A proposal for a new strip mall on Utica Road was postponed pending required variances. The commission also discussed parking agreements for Hockeyland and Big Boy.

• Approved Site Plan Class A Land Use Status for Popeye’s Chicken at 31401 Groesbeck Highway (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan #23-02 for Popeye’s Chicken at 31401 Groesbeck (6-0)
• Postponed decision on Site Plan #23-03 for 32660 Utica Road pending required variances (6-0)
• Approved SLU/SP #23-01 for auto repair facility at 31000 Groesbeck with condition to provide accessible route from sidewalk (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will interview Julie Rastelli for one of two current vacancies on the board. The commission will also review its by-laws with the City Attorney.

• Interview of candidate Julie Rastelli for Commission vacancy
• Review of Commission By-Laws with City Attorney
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will interview Julie Rastelli for one of two current vacancies on the board. The commission will also review its by-laws with the City Attorney.

• Interview of candidate Julie Rastelli for Commission vacancy
• Review of Commission By-Laws with City Attorney
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a list of proposed capital improvements for city parks. The discussion includes decisions on whether to restore or replace Fort Fraser and how to handle the workout facility at Reindel Park.

• Proposed $186,500 for trail resurfacing at Harrington Park and Trails
• Proposed $186,500 for trail reconstruction and widening at Blanke Park
• Proposed $171,900 to reconstruct and widen the path at Reindel Park
• Proposed $124,676.75 for Enegi Fitness Stations at Blanke Park
• Proposed $56,001.18 for new playground equipment at Fort Fraser

City Council reviewed a report from the DPW Superintendent regarding park needs and priorities, including Fort Fraser and Steffens Park. The council authorized a specific maintenance action for memorial tree plaques. No other formal votes on capital projects were taken during the meeting.

• Authorized DPW to encase all memorial plaques in concrete slabs buried flush with the ground (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is discussing a series of proposed capital improvements for city parks. The body must decide whether to preserve or replace Fort Fraser and determine the future of the workout facility at Reindel Park.

• Proposed $56,001.18 for new playground equipment at Fort Fraser
• Proposed $124,676.75 for Enegi Fitness Stations at Blanke Park
• Proposed $186,500 for trail resurfacing at Harrington Park and Trails
• Proposed $171,900 to reconstruct and widen the path at Reindel Park
• Proposed $61,662.33 for the workout facility roof at Reindel Park

City Council discussed a Parks Capital Improvement Plan, reviewing needs for Fort Fraser, Steffens Park, and other city parks. No formal votes were taken on the broader improvement plan, though specific maintenance for memorial plaques was approved.

• Authorized DPW to encase all memorial plaques in concrete slabs buried flush with the ground (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. The body will also discuss election precinct consolidation, early voting for the November election, and various personnel and equipment requests.

• Public Hearing: Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Discussion on November Election precinct consolidation and early voting
• Review of FY 2021-2022 Audit
• Requests for body worn cameras and building maintenance/DPW positions
• Review of Public Comment Policy

City Council approved the purchase of 25 body-worn cameras and authorized new staffing for building maintenance and DPW. The council also established City Hall as the early voting location for upcoming elections and consolidated several voting precincts.

• Approved purchase of 25 Motorola body-worn cameras for $96,531 (6-0)
• Authorized hiring of full-time building maintenance technician at $26.58 per hour (6-0)
• Approved backfilling the DPW Equipment Operator position (6-0)
• Appointed Dawn Dudek to Local Officials Compensation Commission through Sept 30, 2027 (6-0)
• Reappointed Rosanne Menendez to Local Officials Compensation Commission through Sept 30, 2028 (6-0)
• Appointed Council Member Sutherland as MML voting representative (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-13 to combine precincts 3/5 and 6/7 for Nov 7, 2023 election (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-14 establishing City Hall as the Early Voting Location (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. The body will also discuss election precinct consolidation, early voting for the November election, and various personnel and equipment requests.

• Public Hearing: Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Discussion of November Election precinct consolidation and early voting
• Review of FY 2021-2022 Audit presentation
• Requests for Body Worn Cameras and building maintenance/DPW positions
• Review of Public Comment Policy

City Council approved the purchase of 25 body-worn cameras and established City Hall as the early voting location for the November 7, 2023 election. The council also authorized new DPW staffing and appointed members to the Local Officials Compensation Commission.

• Approved purchase of 25 Motorola body-worn cameras for $96,531 (6-0)
• Established City Hall as the Early Voting Location (6-0)
• Authorized City Clerk to implement Early Voting for Nov 7, 2023 election if authorized by State Law (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-13 to combine election precincts 3/5 and 6/7 (6-0)
• Authorized hiring of a full-time building maintenance technician at $26.58 per hour (6-0)
• Approved backfilling the DPW Equipment Operator position (6-0)
• Appointed Dawn Dudek to the Local Officials Compensation Commission through Sept 30, 2027 (6-0)
• Reappointed Rosanne Menendez to the Local Officials Compensation Commission through Sept 30, 2028 (6-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to conduct interviews for one vacancy and two reappointments. The body will also discuss a fence quote and unfinished business regarding a little library and airplane pictures.

• Interviews for Marti Iwanicki (vacancy), Nancy Ehrke (reappointment), and Karen Hodges (reappointment)
• Discussion of a fence quote
• Review of airplane pictures and a little library
• 2023-24 amended budget for operating supplies of $500.00

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will interview three individuals for appointment or reappointment to the commission. The body will also discuss a fence quote and unfinished business regarding a little library and airplane pictures.

• Interview of Marti Iwanicki for vacancy appointment
• Interview of Nancy Ehrke for reappointment
• Interview of Karen Hodges for reappointment
• Discussion of fence quote
• Discussion of airplane pictures and little library

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a postponed request to reduce side and rear yard setbacks at 17157 Anita. The applicant seeks to attach an existing detached garage to the main residence to provide wheelchair access.

• Variance request for 17157 Anita to reduce rear setback to 10 feet and side setback to 3 feet

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request to reduce side and rear yard setbacks at 17157 Anita. The board cited a lack of identified hardship to the land as the reason for the denial.

• Denied variance request 23-03 for 17157 Anita to reduce rear and side yard setbacks (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request to reduce rear and side yard setbacks at 17157 Anita. The board cited a lack of identified hardship to the land as the reason for the denial.

• Denied variance request 23-03 for 17157 Anita (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special land use request for an auto repair and service center. The body will also review a site plan amendment for a Popeyes and discuss developments at 13 Mile Road and Utica Road.

• Public hearing for SLU 23-01: Auto Repair Shop at 31000 Groesbeck
• Site Plan Amendment SP 23-02: Popeyes at 31401 Groesbeck Highway
• Action item: 16775 13 Mile Road Development
• Action item: Open hole at 34625 Utica Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special land use request for an auto repair and service center. The body will also review a site plan amendment for a Popeyes and discuss two other development items.

• Special Land Use Request SLU 23-01 for auto repair shop at 31000 Groesbeck
• Site Plan Amendment SP 23-02 for Popeyes at 31401 Groesbeck Highway
• Action item regarding 16775 13 Mile Road Development
• Action item regarding open hole at 34625 Utica Road

The Planning Commission postponed a special land use request for an auto repair shop and a site plan amendment for Popeyes. Both items were delayed until the September 6, 2023 meeting to allow applicants to submit required documentation.

• Postponed special land use request for auto repair shop at 31000 Groesbeck until September 6, 2023 (6-0)
• Postponed site plan amendment for Popeyes at 31401 Groesbeck until September 6, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive updates on the upcoming parade and current events. The body will also review commission by-laws and discuss the general overview of Parks and Recreation.

• Update on the upcoming parade
• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation
• Reports from volunteer groups

The Commission approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming events, including a Walk & Roll in McKinley Park on October 21 and the Fall Fest on October 15, 2023.

• Approved July 11, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Review of By-Laws put on hold

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive updates on the upcoming parade and an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The body will also review commission by-laws.

• Update on parade participants and volunteer needs
• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation
• Discussion of future events including a proposed February 3, 2024 Winter Fest

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. Members discussed upcoming events including a Fall Fest on October 15, 2023, and a Walk & Roll event on October 21. No new ordinances or budget items were decided.

• Approved July 11, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled review of By-Laws

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Finance Director position. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Interviews for Finance Director

City Council conducted interviews with two candidates, Porche Prater and Anjlee Bansal, for the Finance Director position. Following the interviews, the Council voted to extend an offer of employment for the role.

• Approved motion to extend offer of employment for Finance Director (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Finance Director position. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for Finance Director

City Council conducted interviews with two candidates, Porche Prater and Anjlee Bansal, for the Finance Director position. Following the interviews, the Council voted to extend an offer of employment for the role.

• Approved motion to extend an offer of employment for Finance Director (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Industrial Park Special Assessment District

City Council held a special meeting to discuss the proposed $18.5 million full reconstruction of roads in the Industrial Park. No formal decision was made on the project; council and business owners discussed alternative funding, grant opportunities, and less expensive repair options.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:48 p.m. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Industrial Park Special Assessment District

City Council held a special meeting to discuss the Industrial Park Special Assessment District and road reconstruction costs. No formal votes were taken on the road project; the council reviewed engineering recommendations and heard concerns from business owners regarding the proposed $18.5 million cost.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:48 p.m. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss various equipment purchases, including public safety vehicles and DPW machinery. The agenda includes updates on the Winsome/Airport water main replacement and the Grove/Mulvey street project, as well as a discussion on the City Manager evaluation.

• Request to purchase 2 Public Safety Vehicles for FY 22-23 and 2 for FY 23-24
• Water Main Replacement Project Update for Winsome/Airport
• Street Update for Grove/Mulvey Traffic
• Parks Capital Improvement Plan
• Purchase of excavator, trailer, lawn mower, and stainless steel dump truck beds

The City Council approved several purchases for the Department of Public Works, including an excavator, dump truck beds, and fire hydrants. The council also authorized a new 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign and increased the daily pay rates for election inspectors.

• Approved purchase of Volvo ECR88D Excavator and Tow Master T-20LP trailer for $215,789.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two stainless steel dump beds for $34,834.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three V Bolt in Salters for $27,525.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Exmark Laser Series lawn mower for $11,279.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 EJ conversion fire hydrants for $112,251.54 (5-0)
• Approved 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign at 14 Mile and Garfield for $9,025.00 (5-0)
• Approved election inspector pay increase to $275/day for Chairman, $250/day for Co-Chairman, and $225/day for Inspectors (5-0)
• Scheduled Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop for August 24, 2023

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a progress report on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan for city parks, the Senior Activity Center, and Pineridge Cemetery. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases for public works and parks maintenance.

• Purchase of a Volvo ECR88D Excavator and Tow Master T-20LP Trailer for $215,789.00
• Purchase of two stainless steel dump truck beds from Versalift Midwest for $34,834.00
• Purchase of three V bolt-in hydraulic salt spreaders from Versalift Midwest for $27,525.00
• Purchase of a 72-inch Exmark Laser Series lawn mower from Weingartz for $11,279.00
• Approval of the format for the City Parks Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council approved several Department of Public Works purchases, including an excavator, fire hydrants, and a new city sign. Council also increased the daily pay rates for election inspectors and scheduled a Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop.

• Approved purchase of Volvo ECR88D Excavator and trailer for $215,789.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 fire hydrants from Core and Main for $112,251.54 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two stainless steel dump beds for $34,834.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three V Bolt in Salters for $27,525.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Exmark Laser Series lawn mower for $11,279.00 (5-0)
• Approved 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign at 14 Mile and Garfield for $9,025.00 (5-0)
• Increased Election Inspector pay to $275/day for Chairman, $250/day for Co-Chairman, and $225/day for Inspectors (5-0)
• Scheduled Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop for August 24, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several equipment purchases and infrastructure projects. The agenda includes updates on water main and street work, as well as a discussion regarding the City Manager's evaluation.

• Water Main Replacement Project Update – Winsome/Airport
• Request to purchase 4 Public Safety Vehicles across FY 22-23 and FY 23-24
• Parks Capital Improvement Plan
• Purchase of excavator, trailer, lawn mower, and fire hydrants
• Rate of pay for election inspectors and temporary election staff

City Council approved several Department of Public Works purchases, including an excavator, dump truck beds, and fire hydrants. The council also approved a new 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign and increased the daily pay rates for election inspectors.

• Approved purchase of Volvo ECR88D Excavator and Tow Master trailer for $215,789.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two stainless steel dump beds for $34,834.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three V Bolt in Salters for $27,525.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Exmark Laser Series lawn mower for $11,279.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 fire hydrants from Core and Main for $112,251.54 (5-0)
• Approved 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign at 14 Mile and Garfield for $9,025.00 (5-0)
• Approved increased pay for Election Inspectors: Chairman $275/day, Co-Chairman $250/day, Inspectors $225/day (5-0)
• Scheduled Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop for August 24, 2023

City Council

City Council is reviewing a progress report on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and several requests for public works equipment. The items include the purchase of a new excavator, trailer, dump truck beds, salt spreaders, and a lawn mower.

• Purchase of Volvo ECR88D Excavator and Tow Master T-20LP Trailer for $215,789.00
• Purchase of two stainless steel dump truck beds from Versalift Midwest for $34,834.00
• Purchase of three V bolt in hydraulic salt spreaders from Versalift Midwest for $27,525.00
• Purchase of a 72” Exmark Laser Series lawn mower from Weingartz for $11,279.00
• Review of Parks Capital Improvement Plan covering city parks, Pineridge Cemetery, and Senior Activity Center

The City Council approved several Department of Public Works purchases, including an excavator, fire hydrants, and dump truck beds. Council also scheduled a Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop and increased pay rates for election inspectors.

• Approved purchase of Volvo ECR88D Excavator and trailer for $215,789.00
• Approved purchase of two stainless steel dump beds for $34,834.00
• Approved purchase of three V Bolt in Salters for $27,525.00
• Approved purchase of Exmark Laser Series lawn mower for $11,279.00
• Approved purchase of 30 fire hydrants for $112,251.54
• Approved 'Welcome to Downtown Fraser' sign at 14 Mile and Garfield for $9,025.00
• Approved increased pay for Election Inspectors (Chairman $275, Co-Chairman $250, Inspectors $225 per day)
• Scheduled Parks Capital Improvement Plan workshop for August 24, 2023

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the review of its by-laws. The body will also receive updates on the city parade and an overview report of parks and recreation.

• Review of By-Laws
• Update on Parade
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

The Commission recommended the reappointment of Sarah Kelley to its membership. The meeting also included reports on the Fraser Garden Club, Fraser First, and updates on youth sports and upcoming city events.

• Recommended Sarah Kelley for reappointment to the Recreation Commission through December 31, 2025 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved the July 11, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the update of its by-laws. The body will also receive updates on the city parade and an overview report of parks and recreation.

• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Update on city parade
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Recreation Commission voted to recommend the reappointment of Sarah Kelley to the commission. The body also received reports from the Fraser Garden Club and Fraser First regarding community projects and upcoming fundraisers.

• Recommended Sarah Kelley's reappointment to the Recreation Commission through December 31, 2025 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved the July 11, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused Commissioner Rice from the meeting (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of business.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Allied Signs, Inc. for the Meijer located at 34835 Utica Road. The applicant seeks to exceed the allowable number of signs and the maximum allowable sign area for a Commercial General District property.

• Request for 3 additional signs beyond those previously granted by variances
• Request for an additional 175.93 square feet of sign area beyond previous variances
• Proposed wayfinding signs for home goods and grocery entrances at 34835 Utica Road
• Proposed 33.01 sq. ft. sign on the Meijer gas station to identify the City of Fraser

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a request from Allied Signs, Inc. for additional signage at Meijer. The applicant seeks to exceed the allowable number of signs and the maximum allowable sign area for the property.

• Request for 3 additional signs beyond the 2 allowed by ordinance at 34835 Utica Road
• Request for an additional 175.93 square feet of sign area beyond the 96 square feet permitted

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. The body is also reviewing an Urban County CDBG agreement extension and discussing the future of the library building.

• Public Hearing: Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Resolution to Establish Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Urban County CDBG Agreement Extension
• Library Building Future Plan discussion
• Lions Fair/City Picnic Contract Addendum

Council approved a resolution to move forward with a Special Assessment District for Industrial Park road repairs despite significant business owner opposition. The city will hold a Town Hall meeting with business owners before the next public hearing on August 10, 2023. Additionally, the council approved an extension for the Urban County CDBG Agreement.

• Approved Resolution 2023-012 to establish Industrial Park Special Assessment District (4-2)
• Approved Resolution # 2023-11 extending the Urban County CDBG Extension (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ZBA appointment of Matthew Goodell (5-0)
• Approved May 4 and May 11, 2023 City Council meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 Historical Commission meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish the Industrial Park Special Assessment District. The body will also discuss the future plan for the library building and a contract addendum for the Lions Fair and City Picnic.

• Public Hearing: Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Resolution to Establish Industrial Park Special Assessment District
• Urban County CDBG Agreement Extension
• Lions Fair/City Picnic Contract Addendum
• Library Building Future Plan discussion

Council approved Resolution 2023-012 to move forward with a Special Assessment District for Industrial Park road repairs despite opposition from business owners. The city will hold a Town Hall meeting with business owners before the next public hearing on August 10, 2023. Additionally, the council approved an extension for the Urban County CDBG Agreement.

• Approved Resolution 2023-012 to establish Industrial Park Special Assessment District (4-2)
• Approved Resolution # 2023-11 extending the Urban County CDBG Extension (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ZBA appointment of Matthew Goodell (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to convert a former Dairy Queen building into commercial office space. The body will also address unfinished business regarding retail and storage centers on Groesbeck and Utica Road.

• Site Plan Review SP 23-01: Conversion of 33060 Groesbeck to commercial office space
• Unfinished Business SP 22-03: 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center
• Unfinished Business SP 22-08: 31475 Utica Road Devon Storage

The Planning Commission approved site plans for a retail center on Groesbeck and a storage facility on Utica Road. One site plan application for 33060 Groesbeck was postponed to allow the applicant to meet with city officials.

• Approved Site Plan #22-03, 33180 Groesbeck, Retail Center (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan 22-08, 31475 Utica Road, Devon Storage (6-0)
• Postponed action on Site Plan 2023-01, 30600 Groesbeck until July 2023 (6-0)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a site plan for converting a former Dairy Queen into commercial office space. The body will also address unfinished business regarding retail and storage centers on Groesbeck and Utica Road.

• Site Plan Review SP 23-01: Conversion of 33060 Groesbeck to commercial office space
• Unfinished Business SP 22-03: 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center
• Unfinished Business SP 22-08: 31475 Utica Road Devon Storage

The Planning Commission approved site plans for a retail center and a storage facility. One site plan application for a Groesbeck property was postponed to allow for further administrative review.

• Approved Site Plan #22-03, 33180 Groesbeck, Retail Center, removing the requirement for cross access and shared parking agreements (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan 22-08, 31475 Utica Road, Devon Storage, with modifications for the Utica Road façade, an additional handicap spot, and removal of the dumpster designation (6-0)
• Postponed action on Site Plan 2023-01, 30600 Groesbeck, until July 2023 to allow the applicant to meet with the City Planner and Building Department (6-0)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss ideas for upcoming events, including the parade and fireworks. The body will also review the commission's by-laws and receive an overview report of parks and recreation.

• Discussion of parade and fireworks
• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Discussion of ideas for events
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Commission decided to review its by-laws and return the topic to the July 11, 2023 agenda for further suggestions. Other business included reports on the upcoming Jazz Fest and parade, and a fireworks contract totaling $15,000.

• Approved agenda for June 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to review by-laws and return them to the July 11, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss ideas for upcoming events, including the parade and fireworks. The body will also review the commission's by-laws and receive an overview report of parks and recreation.

• Discussion of parade and fireworks
• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Discussion of ideas for events
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Commission approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members decided to review the commission's by-laws and return the topic to the July 11, 2023 agenda for further suggestions. The Recreation Coordinator reported on upcoming events, including the Jazz Fest and a $15,000 fireworks contract.

• Approved June 6, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to review by-laws and return them to the July 11, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to manage personnel eligibility lists and discuss a vacancy. The body will consider replacing an existing PSO eligibility list with a new one.

• Abolish the PSO Eligibility List of March 20, 2023
• Approve the New PSO Eligibility List of June 6, 2023
• Discussion of Vacancy on Local Official Compensation Commission

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to conduct an election and review unfinished business regarding an open house and an arbor donation. The body will also receive updates on museum repairs and budget status.

• Election for commission seat
• Discussion of June 4th Open House
• Review of arbor donation
• Status update on furnace and museum repairs
• Report on remaining budget balance

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to conduct an election and review unfinished business regarding an open house and an arbor donation. The body will also receive updates on museum repairs and budget status.

• Election for commission seat
• Discussion of arbor donation
• Review of June 4th Open House
• Status update on furnace and museum repairs
• Report on zero remaining budget balance for the fiscal year

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on the FY 2023-2024 budget adoption, water and sewer rates, and police and fire SAD millage rates. The body will also discuss a bond proposal for street improvements and the future plan for the library building.

• FY 2023-2024 Budget Adoption Resolution #2023-008
• FY 2023-2024 Police and Fire SAD Millage Rates Resolution #2023-007
• Bond Proposal for Street Improvements Resolution #2023-010
• FY 2023-2024 Water and Sewer Rates
• MCDR Parade Road Closure Resolution #2023-006

City Council approved a $15 million bond proposal for street improvements and adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget. The council also set police and fire SAD millage rates and approved water and sewer rates for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved $15M street improvement bond proposal for August 8, 2023 ballot (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget with modifications to rubbish fund and park allocations (5-1)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Police and Fire SAD millage rates (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Water and Sewer Rates as proposed (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 for July 23, 2023 fireworks presentation (6-0)
• Approved closure of Garfield Road for City Parade on July 23, 2023 (6-0)
• Increased pay for DPW seasonal/part-time workers to $20/hr and crossing guards to $15/hr (6-0)
• Postponed action on Lions Fair/City Picnic contract addendum (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on the FY 2023-2024 budget adoption, water and sewer rates, and police and fire SAD millage rates. The body will also discuss a bond proposal for street improvements and the future plan for the library building.

• FY 2023-2024 Budget Adoption Resolution #2023-008
• FY 2023-2024 Police and Fire SAD Millage Rates Resolution #2023-007
• Bond Proposal for Street Improvements Resolution #2023-010
• FY 2023-2024 Water and Sewer Rates
• Zambelli Fireworks Proposal for Lions Fair/City Picnic

City Council approved a $15 million bond proposal for street improvements to be placed on the August 8, 2023 ballot. The council also adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget with specific wage increases for crossing guards and DPW seasonal workers. Other actions included approving police and fire millage rates and water and sewer rates.

• Approved $15M street improvement bond for August 8, 2023 ballot (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget with modifications (5-1)
• Increased DPW seasonal/part-time pay to $20/hour (6-0)
• Increased crossing guard pay to $15/hour (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Police and Fire SAD millage rates (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Water and Sewer Rates as proposed (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 for July 23, 2023 fireworks (6-0)
• Approved closure of Garfield Road for July 23, 2023 parade (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the city parade and monthly activities. The body is also scheduled to review its by-laws following a report of discrepancies between the by-laws and city ordinances.

• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Update on city parade
• Update on monthly activities and ideas
• Overview report of Parks and Recreation

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No items were decided or discussed.

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the city parade and monthly activities. The body is also scheduled to review its current by-laws.

• Review of Commission By-Laws
• Update on Parade
• Update on Monthly Activities and Ideas
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No items were decided or discussed.

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget. The body will discuss the budget and millage rates.

• Discussion of Proposed FY 23/24 Budget
• Discussion of millage rates

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 23/24 budget, with department heads available to answer questions. Discussions covered parks funding, rubbish collection fees, retiree insurance, senior housing, temporary employee wages, DPW equipment, and public safety items including FLOCK cameras and new vehicles. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was procedural only.

• Excused council members Blanke and Kalka (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed FY 23/24 budget. The recommended budget includes a 2.5% increase for non-union staff and the creation of a Buildings and Grounds department.

• Proposed $7,365,500 total for capital items
• Masonic Detention Basin (ARPA funded): $1,400,000
• Watermain Replacement: $2,200,000
• Street Preservation: $1,135,000
• City Hall HVAC (ARPA funded carryover): $400,000

This was a budget workshop only. City Manager Leven reviewed the proposed FY 23/24 budget with council, covering topics such as park funding, rubbish collection fees, retiree insurance, and public safety equipment including FLOCK cameras. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the budget items.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Excused council members Blanke and Kalka from the meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:18 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget. The discussion will include millage rates.

• Proposed FY 23/24 Budget
• Millage rates

The City Council held a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 23/24 budget. Topics included parks funding, rubbish collection fees, retiree insurance, temporary employee wages, and new equipment for the Department of Public Works. No formal decisions or votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Excused Council Members Blanke and Kalka from the meeting (5-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on FY 23/24 budget items including parks, rubbish fees, retiree insurance, temporary wages, DPW equipment, and public safety vehicles

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the recommended FY 23/24 budget. The proposal includes a 2.5% increase for eligible non-union staff and the creation of a Buildings and Grounds department.

• Masonic Detention Basin (ARPA funded): $1,400,000
• Watermain Replacement: $2,200,000
• Street Preservation: $1,135,000
• City Hall HVAC (ARPA funded carryover): $400,000
• 2 Patrol Cars: $120,000

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 23/24 budget. Department heads answered questions on parks funding, rubbish collection fees, retiree insurance, senior housing, temporary employee wages, DPW equipment, and public safety items including FLOCK cameras and new vehicles. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Excused Council Members Blanke and Kalka from the meeting (5-0)
• Approved the agenda as presented (5-0)
• Discussed proposed FY 23/24 budget; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 9:18 p.m. (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The May 3, 2023 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2023.

• Cancelled May 3, 2023 meeting due to lack of business

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business.

The May 3, 2023 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2023.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss a barn sale scheduled for June 4 and budget money. The commission will also receive updates on repairs and the arbor.

• Barn Sale scheduled for June 4
• Discussion of budget money
• Updates on repairs and the arbor
• DPW supply delivery for the outhouse
• Insurance claim approval for Museum repairs

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss the upcoming June 4 Barn Sale and budget money. The commission will also receive updates on repairs to the museum and the arbor.

• Barn Sale scheduled for June 4
• Budget money discussion
• Museum repair updates following insurance claim approval
• Outhouse supply coordination with DPW
• Furnace inspection by Ingersoll

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2023-2024 budgets, millage rates, water and sewer rates, and a public safety special assessment. The body will also discuss road bonds and zoning ordinances.

• Public hearing: FY 2023-2024 Budgets/Millage Rates
• Public hearing: Water and Sewer Rates
• Public hearing: PA33 Public Safety Special Assessment
• Discussion of Road Bond Proposal
• Review of Industrial Park Special Assessment District

City Council selected a 12-year, $15 million bond proposal for road improvements to be voted on by residents. The council also committed $1.5 million toward an Industrial Sub road project and awarded several infrastructure contracts.

• Approved $15M road bond proposal for 12-year term (7-0)
• Scheduled road bonding vote for August 8, 2023 election (5-2)
• Committed $1.5M in installments for Industrial Sub Road Special Assessment District (7-0)
• Awarded Cambridge Courts Pavement Maintenance contract to Al’s Asphalt Paving Co. for $150,020 and engineering services for $22,500 (7-0)
• Awarded Meadows/Mulvey Farms Joint Repair contract to James P. Contracting, Inc. for $513,030 and engineering services for $55,000 (7-0)
• Approved $12,994 purchase of Envirosight Jet Scan HD Video Nozzle Camera (7-0)
• Adopted zoning text amendment to allow appointment of two ZBA alternates (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ADM Banking and Arbor Day resolutions (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding FY 2023-2024 budgets, millage rates, water and sewer rates, and a public safety special assessment. The body will also discuss road bonds and zoning ordinances.

• Public Hearing: FY 2023-2024 Budgets/Millage Rates
• Public Hearing: Water and Sewer Rates
• Public Hearing: PA33 Public Safety Special Assessment
• Road Bond Proposal
• Industrial Park Special Assessment District

City Council voted to place a $15 million, 12-year road bond proposal on the August 8, 2023 ballot. The council also approved several road repair contracts and a $1.5 million contribution toward an Industrial Sub road project.

• Approved $15M road bond proposal for 12-year term (7-0)
• Scheduled road bond vote for August 8, 2023 (5-2)
• Approved $1.5M city contribution for Industrial Sub Road Project Special Assessment District (7-0)
• Awarded $150,020 pavement contract for Cambridge Courts to Al’s Asphalt Paving Co. (7-0)
• Awarded $513,030 joint repair contract for Meadows/Mulvey Farms to James P. Contracting, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $12,994 purchase of Envirosight Jet Scan HD Video Nozzle Camera (7-0)
• Adopted zoning text amendment to allow appointment of two ZBA alternates (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ADM Banking and Arbor Day resolutions (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed action on two variance requests until May 4, 2023. One request concerns signage for Smokey Joe’s, and the other involves building setbacks and distances for a storage project at 31475 Utica Road.

• Postponed action on Variance #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s signs until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed decision on variances for Devon Storage Holdings and Designhaus at 31475 Utica Road until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss variance requests for a business's signage and a storage facility's building setbacks. The board will review whether these requests meet the city's legal standards for practical difficulty or hardship.

• Smokey Joe’s (16841 Fourteen Mile Road): Request to increase allowable signs from 1 to 3 and wall sign area from 32 to 107.5 square feet
• Devon Storage (31475 Utica Road): Request to reduce side yard setback from 100 feet to 59’11” for Building C and 79’2” for Building D
• Devon Storage (31475 Utica Road): Request to reduce minimum distance between buildings from 40 feet to as little as 5 feet
• Approval of February 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed action on two variance requests to allow for further information and revised plans. No final decisions were reached on the requested zoning exceptions.

• Postponed action on Variance #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s Signs until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed decision on Devon Storage Holdings and Designhaus variance requests for 31475 Utica Road until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review variance requests for a retail store's signage and a storage facility's building setbacks. The board will determine if these requests meet city ordinance standards for hardships and property rights.

• Appeal #22-05: Smokey Joe’s request for a 69.8 sq. ft. wall sign at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road (32 sq. ft. permitted)
• Appeal #23-01: Devon Storage request for side yard setbacks at 31475 Utica Road (reducing 100-foot requirement to 59'11" and 79'2")
• Appeal #23-01: Devon Storage request to reduce distance between buildings from 40 feet to as little as 5 feet

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed action on two variance requests to allow for further information and revised plans. No substantive zoning approvals or denials were issued during the meeting.

• Postponed action on Variance #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s Signs until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed decision on storage facility variances for Devon Storage Holdings and Designhaus at 31475 Utica Road until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Fraser Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and discussions on two variance requests. The first is from Smokey Joe's to exceed the allowed number and area of signs at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road. The second is from Devon Storage Holdings and Designhaus for reduced side yard setbacks and building distances at 31475 Utica Road. The board will also consider minutes from its February 2, 2023 meeting.

• Smokey Joe's requests variances to allow 3 signs instead of 1 and 107.5 sq ft of wall sign area instead of 32 sq ft at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road
• Devon Storage requests side yard setback variances: Building C from 100 ft to 59'11" (40'1" variance), Building D to 79'2" (20'10" variance) at 31475 Utica Road
• Devon Storage requests building distance variances: between C and D from 40 ft to 8 ft (32 ft variance), D and F to 39 ft (1 ft variance), F and G to 5 ft (35 ft variance)
• Staff reports recommend denial of both variance requests
• Planning Commission tabled the Devon Storage site plan on February 1, 2023

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed action on two variance requests to allow for further information and revised plans. No final decisions were made on the requested zoning deviations.

• Postponed decision on Variance #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s Signs until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed decision on Devon Storage Holdings and Designhaus variances at 31475 Utica Road until May 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss setting a public hearing date for a zoning text amendment regarding the sign ordinance. The body will also address unfinished business concerning the 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center site plan.

• Zoning Text Amendment – Sign Ordinance (setting public hearing date)
• SP 22-03 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center

The Commission postponed a decision on a retail center site plan pending revised plans and legal agreements. A draft of a new Sign Ordinance was reviewed but not acted upon, pending further legal review and a comparison with the current ordinance.

• Postponed decision on Site Plan 22-003 (33180 Groesbeck) pending revised dumpster size, handicap parking reconfiguration, and cross access agreements (7-0)
• Approved agenda for April 5, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to determine a public hearing date for a zoning text amendment regarding the sign ordinance. The body will also address unfinished business concerning the 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center site plan.

• Zoning Text Amendment – Sign Ordinance (setting public hearing date)
• SP 22-03 33180 Groesbeck Retail Center

The Planning Commission postponed a decision on the site plan for a retail center at 33180 Groesbeck, requiring the petitioner to provide revised plans and access agreements. The Commission also reviewed a draft Sign Ordinance, which will undergo further legal review before a public hearing is set.

• Postponed decision on Site Plan 22-03 (33180 Groesbeck) pending revised dumpster size, handicap parking reconfiguration, and cross access agreements (7-0)
• Approved agenda for April 5, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to conduct an interview for a commission member. The body will also receive reports on current events and an overview of parks and recreation.

• Interview for Commission Member regarding the reappointment of Sarah Kelley

The Commission voted to recommend Sarah Kelley for reappointment to its membership. Members also received reports on the Fraser Garden Club, Fraser First, and upcoming city recreation events.

• Recommended Sarah Kelley's reappointment to the Recreation Commission through December 31, 2025 (4-0-1)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss parks and recreation reports and conduct an interview for a commission member. The body will consider recommending the reappointment of Sarah Kelley to the commission.

• Interview for Commission Member regarding the reappointment of Sarah Kelley

The Recreation Commission voted to recommend the reappointment of Sarah Kelley to its membership. The board also received reports on the Fraser Garden Club, Fraser First, and youth sports coordination with Roseville Recreation.

• Recommended Sarah Kelley for reappointment to the Recreation Commission through December 31, 2025 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance that would formally establish the commission within the City Code. The body will also review reports regarding museum roof photos and materials for an outhouse.

• Discussion of a proposed ordinance to establish the City of Fraser Historical Commission
• Review of museum roof photos sent to the State
• Coordination of materials for an outhouse to be purchased by the City and delivered by DPW

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss a proposed ordinance to formally establish the commission within the City Code. The meeting will also cover museum roof photos and materials for an outhouse.

• Discussion of a proposed ordinance to establish the Historical Commission as a 7-member body
• Review of museum roof photos sent to the State
• Coordination of materials for an outhouse to be purchased by the City and delivered by DPW

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct routine business and review personnel lists. The primary action item is the approval of a specific eligibility list.

• Approval of Eligibility List of March 20, 2023
• Approval of November 30, 2022 meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review unfinished business regarding an ordinance. The body will also address the addition of a new member.

• Discussion of Ordinance
• Appointment of a new member

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss an ordinance and the addition of a new member. The meeting was originally scheduled for March 6 and postponed to March 13.

• Discussion of Ordinance
• Appointment of New Member

City Council

The City Council will review a Fraser Public Schools bond proposal and discuss several city staff vacancies. The body is also considering infrastructure projects including car port pavement and automated gates for the DPW yard.

• Fraser Public Schools Bond Proposal presentation
• Car Port Pavement Replacement
• DPW Yard Automated Gates
• Vacancies for DPW Supervisor, ACM/Finance Director, and Finance Clerk
• Library Building Future Plan

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts and personnel hires. They also directed a purchase agreement to be presented to the Library Board regarding the library building.

• Approved $126,290 contract to L. Anthony Construction, Inc. for carport pavement at City Hall and Senior Housing
• Approved $31,469 contract to Mr. Fence for automated gates at the D.P.W. yard
• Approved filling the D.P.W. Supervisor vacancy and using a union employee temporarily
• Approved replacing the Finance Director position
• Approved hiring a Human Resource Administrator with a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000
• Approved hiring for the vacant full-time finance clerk position
• Approved presenting a purchase agreement to the Library Board for the library building
• Approved FY 2023/2024 Budget Timeline via Consent Agenda

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation on the Fraser Public Schools Bond Proposal and discuss several city staff vacancies. The body is also considering infrastructure projects including car port pavement and DPW automated gates.

• Fraser Public Schools Bond Proposal presentation
• DPW Yard Automated Gates and Car Port Pavement Replacement
• Vacancies for DPW Supervisor, ACM/Finance Director, and Finance Clerk
• Library Building Future Plan discussion
• Adoption of FY 2023/2024 Budget Timeline

City Council awarded a contract for carport paving at City Hall and the Senior Housing complex. The council also approved security gate installations at the DPW yard and authorized several personnel hires to fill vacancies. Additionally, the council directed that a purchase agreement for the library building be presented to the Library Board.

• Awarded $126,290 contract to L. Anthony Construction, Inc. for carport pavement replacement
• Approved $31,469 contract for Mr. Fence to install automated gates at the DPW yard
• Approved filling the DPW Supervisor vacancy and using a union employee temporarily
• Approved replacing the Finance Director position
• Approved hiring a Human Resource Administrator with a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000
• Authorized the City Manager to hire a full-time finance clerk
• Approved presenting a purchase agreement for the library building to the Library Board
• Approved the Consent Agenda including the FY 2023/2024 Budget Timeline

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The body is also reviewing a request to reschedule its May 2023 meeting date.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation
• New May 2023 Meeting Date Request

The Commission approved the agenda and the February 7, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming events including the Road Rally and Egg Hunt, and rescheduled the May meeting to avoid a conflict with a Special Election.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Changed May 2023 meeting date from May 2 to May 9, 2023 (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on parks and recreation and discuss a request to reschedule the May 2023 meeting date. The agenda also includes reports from volunteer groups and current events.

• Request to change the May 2023 meeting date to May 9, 2023

The Recreation Commission approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The board rescheduled its May meeting to avoid a conflict with a Special Election. Members and staff discussed upcoming events including the Road Rally and Egg Hunt.

• Approved March 7, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Changed May 2023 meeting date from May 2 to May 9, 2023 (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The body is also requesting a new meeting date for May 2023.

• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation
• New May 2023 Meeting Date Request

Historical Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on parks and recreation and address a request to reschedule the May 2023 meeting date. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Request for a new May 2023 meeting date
• Overview Report of Parks and Recreation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will interview Matt Goodell for a position on the board. The board will determine if they recommend the candidate to the City Council for appointment to a term ending December 31, 2025.

• Interview of candidate Matt Goodell for appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda item was removed by the petitioner.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda item was removed by the petitioner.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The item on the agenda was removed by the petitioner.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will interview Matt Goodell for a position on the board. If recommended to City Council, the appointment would have a term ending December 31, 2025.

• Interview of candidate Matt Goodell for appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda item was removed by the petitioner.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The item on the agenda was removed by the petitioner.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda item was removed by the petitioner.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposed zoning text amendment to allow the City Council to appoint two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The body will also review the status of the Hockeyland project.

• Proposed zoning text amendment to Article XIV, Section 14.00 and 14.02 of Zoning Ordinance #279
• Discussion of Hockeyland status

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning ordinance amendment to allow City Council to appoint two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission also discussed parking agreement compliance for Hockeyland.

• Recommended adoption of Zoning Ordinance #279 amendment to authorize two alternate Zoning Board of Appeals members (7-0)
• Approved agenda for March 1, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposed zoning text amendment to allow the City Council to appoint two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The body will also discuss the status of the Hockeyland project.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance #279 (Article XIV, Section 14.00 and 14.02) regarding ZBA alternate members
• Status discussion of Hockeyland

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning ordinance amendment to allow the City Council to appoint two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission also discussed parking agreement compliance for Hockeyland.

• Recommended adoption of Zoning Ordinance #279 amendment to authorize two ZBA alternate members (7-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several new business items including equipment for Engine Four and the Senior Activity Center. The body will also review programs for fire hydrant renewal, catch basin rehabilitation, and commercial cross connections.

• Engine Four equipment purchase
• Senior Activity Center roof top unit replacement
• Fire Hydrant Renewal Program
• Catch Basin Rehabilitation
• Commercial Cross Connection Program

City Council authorized a special assessment for Industrial District road improvements and sought bond projections for city-wide road and sidewalk repairs. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, including fire hydrant replacements and catch basin rehabilitation.

• Approved $121,824 three-year contract with HydroCorp for Commercial Cross-Connection service
• Approved $87,545.86 purchase of 23 new EJ Conversion Fire Hydrants
• Approved $19,800 for HVAC Unit #8 replacement at Senior Activity Center via Ingersoll Mechanical
• Approved contract with Havener Tech for catch basin rehabilitation at $400 per unit
• Approved $5,979.48 for additional Engine Four equipment
• Authorized preliminary proceedings for a Special Assessment for Industrial District roads
• Directed City Manager to obtain bond proposal projections for city-wide roads and sidewalks
• Adopted Resolution #2023-03 to combine precincts 3 & 5 and 6 & 7 for May 2, 2023 election

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several new business items including equipment for Engine Four and various city renewal programs. The body will also review ZBA appointments and a part-time finance position.

• Engine Four equipment purchase
• Fire Hydrant Renewal Program
• Senior Activity Center Roof Top Unit Replacement
• Catch Basin Rehabilitation
• Commercial Cross Connection Program

The City Council authorized preliminary proceedings for a Special Assessment to improve roads in the Industrial District and requested bond projections for other city roads and sidewalks. Several infrastructure contracts were approved, including catch basin rehabilitation and fire hydrant replacements. The Council also approved public safety staffing and board appointments.

• Approved preliminary proceedings for a Special Assessment for Industrial District roads
• Directed City Manager to obtain bond proposal projections for city-wide roads and sidewalks
• Approved $121,824 three-year contract with HydroCorp for Commercial Cross-Connection service
• Approved $87,545.86 purchase of 23 new EJ Conversion Fire Hydrants
• Approved contract with Havener Tech for catch basin rehabilitation at $400 per unit
• Approved $19,800 for HVAC Unit #8 replacement at Senior Activity Center via Ingersoll Mechanical
• Approved $5,979.48 for additional Engine Four equipment
• Approved promoting a PSO to Sergeant and hiring a new PSO to fill the vacancy

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss parks and recreation reports and interview a candidate for appointment to the commission. The body will also review reports from volunteer groups and current events.

• Interview of Jacob Rice for appointment to the Recreation Commission

The Commission recommended a new member appointment to City Council and set a date for the spring Road Rally. Staff reported the hiring of a new Finance Clerk/Recreation Clerk and an incoming Recreation Director.

• Recommended Jacob Rice for appointment to the Recreation Commission (4-0)
• Approved March 25, 2023, as the date for the Parks and Recreation Road Rally-Easter Egg Hunt, with April 1 as alternate (4-0)
• Approved agenda for February 7, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss parks and recreation reports and interview a candidate for appointment to the commission. The body will also review volunteer group reports and current events.

• Interview of candidate Jacob Rice for appointment to the Recreation Commission

The Commission recommended the appointment of resident Jacob Rice to the board. Members also approved the date for the upcoming Road Rally-Easter Egg Hunt.

• Recommended Jacob Rice for appointment to the Recreation Commission through December 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved March 25, 2023, as the date for the Parks and Recreation Road Rally-Easter Egg Hunt, with April 1 as an alternate (4-0)
• Approved agenda for February 7, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review a draft ordinance to formally establish the body as an official city entity. The meeting also includes discussions on a March open house and unfinished business regarding a half-price sale.

• Review of proposed Historical Commission Ordinance
• Planning for March Open House
• Discussion of Christmas 1/2 Price Sale
• Update on Baumgartner House repairs estimated between $20,000 and $25,000
• Status of Baumgartner House roof project and historical designation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance that would formally establish the group as an official city body. The commission is also reviewing plans for a March open house and unfinished business regarding a half-price sale.

• Proposed ordinance to formally establish the Historical Commission with 7 members
• Discussion of a March Open House
• Review of Christmas 1/2 Price Sale
• Update on Baumgartner House repairs estimated between $20,000 and $25,000
• Status of Baumgartner House roof project and historical designation with the DNR

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for signage at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road. The board will also review the 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program report.

• Variance request #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s Signs at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road to increase allowable signs from 1 to 3
• Variance request #22-05 for Smokey Joe’s Signs to increase wall sign area from 32 to 107.5 square feet
• Review of the 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed a decision on a variance request for signage at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road to allow the applicant to revise plans. The board also approved forwarding the 2022 Annual Planning Report to City Council with a title change.

• Postponed variance request for Smokey Joe's signage at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road to March 2, 2023 (5-1)
• Approved sending the 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Report to City Council as the '2022 Fraser Annual Planning Commission and Zoning Report' (All Ayes)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for Smokey Joe’s signs at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road. The board will also review the 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program report.

• Public hearing for Variance Request #22-05: Smokey Joe’s signs at 16841 Fourteen Mile Road
• Request to exceed allowable signs (3 requested, 1 allowed)
• Request to exceed wall sign area (107.5 total square feet requested, 32 square feet permitted)
• Review of 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program

The Zoning Board of Appeals postponed a decision on a signage variance request for Smokey Joe's to allow the applicant to revise plans. The board also approved sending the 2022 Annual Planning Report to City Council with a title change.

• Postponed variance request for 16841 Fourteen Mile Road (Smokey Joe's) to March 2, 2023 (5-1)
• Approved sending 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Report to City Council as '2022 Fraser Annual Planning Commission and Zoning Report' (All Ayes)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal to convert an existing building and construct nine new storage buildings at 31475 Utica Road. The body will also discuss the 2022 Annual Planning Program and set a public hearing date for a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Site plan review for Devon Storage at 31475 Utica Road involving 61,690 sq. ft. of climate-controlled space and nine drive-up buildings
• Discussion of the 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program
• Setting a public hearing date for a Zoning Ordinance Amendment

The commission scheduled a public hearing for a zoning ordinance text amendment and forwarded the 2022 Annual Planning Report to City Council. A site plan for a storage facility was tabled pending a variance and revised plans.

• Scheduled public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for March 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Forwarded 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Report to City Council with revisions (7-0)
• Tabled SP 22-08 (31475 Utica Road, Devon Storage) pending ZBA variance and revised plans (7-0)
• Rescinded January 4th action to recommend approval of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to council (7-0)
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal by Devon Self Storage Holdings LLC to convert an existing building and construct nine new storage buildings. The commission is also discussing the 2022 Annual Planning Program and setting a date for a zoning ordinance amendment hearing.

• Site plan SP2208 for Devon Storage at 31475 Utica Road (61,690 sq. ft. climate-controlled space and nine drive-up buildings)
• 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Program
• Setting a public hearing date for a Zoning Ordinance Amendment

The commission scheduled a public hearing for March 1, 2023, regarding a Zoning Ordinance text amendment. It also forwarded the 2022 Annual Planning Report to City Council with requested revisions and tabled a site plan for a storage facility pending a variance.

• Scheduled public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for March 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Forwarded 2022 Fraser Annual Planning Report to City Council with revisions (7-0)
• Tabled SP 22-08 (31475 Utica Road, Devon Storage) pending ZBA variance and revised plans (7-0)
• Rescinded January 4 action to recommend Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment approval to council (7-0)
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on CDBG allocations. The body is also considering a sewer cleaning contract modification, a cost share agreement for Kelly Road, and a DPW vehicle purchase.

• CDBG Public Hearing and Allocation Approval
• Kelly Road Cost Share Agreement
• Sewer Cleaning Contract Modification
• DPW Vehicle Purchase
• Parks and Recreation Plan Resolution of Support

City Council approved a cost share agreement for the reconstruction of Kelly Road and allocated 2023 CDBG funds to three local organizations. The council also adopted the 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and approved a new DPW dump truck.

• Approved $111,250 deposit for Kelly Road reconstruction cost share agreement
• Allocated 2023 CDBG Funds: Turning Point ($2,500), Interfaith Volunteers ($1,850), and CARE House ($3,400)
• Adopted the City of Fraser Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2023-2027
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 dump truck with plow and salter
• Approved $14,631.33 contract increase for 2021 Sanitary Sewer Investigation
• Reappointed Kenneth Perry, Jr. and Kathy Czarnecki to Assessing Board of Review
• Reappointed Kathy Czarnecki to Planning Commission
• Approved Letter of Understanding between City of Fraser and Teamsters Local #2214 DPW

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and vote on CDBG allocations. The body will also consider a sewer cleaning contract modification, a cost share agreement for Kelly Road, and a DPW vehicle purchase.

• CDBG Public Hearing and Allocation Approval
• Kelly Road Cost Share Agreement
• Sewer Cleaning Contract Modification
• DPW Vehicle Purchase
• Parks and Recreation Plan Resolution of Support

City Council approved a cost share agreement for the reconstruction of Kelly Road and adopted the 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The council also allocated 2023 CDBG funds to three local organizations and approved several DPW equipment and contract costs.

• Approved $111,250 deposit for Kelly Road reconstruction cost share agreement
• Adopted Resolution #2023-01 for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2023-2027
• Allocated 2023 CDBG Funds: Turning Point ($2,500), Interfaith Volunteers ($1,850), and CARE House ($3,400)
• Approved $14,631.33 contract increase for 2021 Sanitary Sewer Investigation
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 dump truck with plow and salter
• Denied/Tabled purchase of Ford F-250 pick-up pending fleet inventory information
• Approved Letter of Understanding between City of Fraser and Teamsters Local #2214 DPW
• Reappointed Kenneth Perry, Jr. and Kathy Czarnecki to Board of Review; Kathy Czarnecki to Planning Commission

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to establish its 2023 meeting calendar and elect board officers. The board will also interview candidates and recommend members for City Council approval.

• Approval of 2023 meeting calendar (first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m.)
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Recommendation to City Council for reappointment of Mark Burley and Frank Farina
• Interview of ZBA candidate Stephen Moore

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended two members for reappointment to the City Council and approved the 2023 meeting calendar. The board also accepted the resignation of member Robert Logan and postponed the election of officers.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar with July meeting moved to July 20 (6-0)
• Recommended Frank Farina and Mark Burley for reappointment through December 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Postponed election of officers until City Council acts on reappointment vacancies (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of member Robert Logan (6-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to establish its 2023 meeting calendar and elect board officers. The board will also interview candidates and recommend members for City Council approval.

• Approval of 2023 meeting calendar (proposed first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m.)
• Interviews and recommendations for ZBA member appointments, including Mark Burley, Frank Farina, and Stephen Moore
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended two members for reappointment and accepted the resignation of Robert Logan. The board also approved its 2023 meeting calendar and postponed the election of officers.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar with July meeting moved to July 20 (6-0)
• Recommended Frank Farina and Mark Burley for reappointment through Dec 31, 2025 (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Postponed election of officers until City Council acts on reappointments (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of member Robert Logan (6-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to allow the appointment of up to two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The body will also interview candidates for a vacant commission seat and elect its officers for 2023.

• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Sec. 32-121 to authorize two alternate members for the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Interviews for Planning Commissioner vacancies
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• Approval of the 2023 Planning Commission Calendar

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning ordinance amendment to allow City Council to appoint up to two alternates to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission also recommended the reappointment of Kathy Czarnecki and elected its 2023 officers. Additionally, the 2023 meeting calendar was approved with one date change.

• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance Section 32-221 to allow City Council to appoint up to two ZBA alternates (7-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Kathy Czarnecki to the Planning Commission through December 31, 2025 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Kathy Czarnecki as Chairman through December 31, 2023
• Elected Commissioner Perry as Vice-Chairman through December 31, 2023 (4-3)
• Elected Commissioner Keil as Secretary through December 31, 2023
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar, moving the July 5 meeting to July 17 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to allow the appointment of two alternate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The body will also interview candidates for a vacant commissioner seat and elect its officers for 2023.

• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Sec. 32-121 to authorize two alternate members for the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Interviews for Planning Commissioner vacancy (term ending 12/31/2022)
• Election of Planning Commission Officers
• Review of the 2023 Planning Commission Calendar

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning ordinance amendment to allow City Council to appoint up to two alternates to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission also recommended the reappointment of Kathy Czarnecki and elected its 2023 officers.

• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance Section 32-221 amendment to allow two ZBA alternates (7-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Kathy Czarnecki to the Planning Commission through Dec 31, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Elected Kathy Czarnecki as Chairman through Dec 31, 2023
• Elected Commissioner Perry as Vice-Chairman through Dec 31, 2023 (4-3)
• Elected Commissioner Keil as Secretary through Dec 31, 2023
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar with July 5 meeting moved to July 17 (7-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to review reports on current events and parks and recreation. The body is scheduled to approve the 2023 meeting dates.

• Approval of 2023 meeting dates for the Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved its 2023 meeting schedule with two date changes and voted to remove John Hunter from the commission. Members also discussed potential new events, including an adult Easter Road Rally and a 'Bark in the Park' adoption day.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates with July 4 moved to July 11 and Nov 7 moved to Nov 14 (4-0)
• Removed John Hunter from the City of Fraser Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports on current events and an overview report of Parks and Recreation. The body is scheduled to approve the 2023 meeting dates for the commission.

• Approval of 2023 Meeting Dates Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved its 2023 meeting schedule and voted to remove John Hunter from the commission. Members discussed potential new programming, including an adult Easter Road Rally and a 'Bark in the Park' event.

• Approved 2023 meeting dates with changes to July and November meetings (4-0)
• Removed John Hunter from the City of Fraser Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)