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Albion public meetings in 2024

44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 27, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Albion City Council to hold FY 2025 budget hearing and vote on zoning changes

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025 budget and consider several ordinances, including amendments to mobile food vending rules and zoning changes for auto-related businesses and two property rezones. The meeting also includes a closed session and reorganization of the council.

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✓ Decided: Albion council adopts zoning changes and advances mobile food vending rules

At its December 2, 2024 regular session, the Albion City Council reorganized for the new term, swearing in Mayor Victoria Garcia Snyder and Council Members Jim Stuart, C.J. Frost and Vivian Davis, and elected Andrew French as Mayor Pro Tempore. The council approved the agenda and consent calendar, then adopted three zoning ordinances on second reading and gave first-reading approval to a mobile food vending ordinance with amendments. All recorded votes were unanimous; the minutes do not state vote counts beyond 'all members voted yes.'

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Thu Dec 12, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Albion Building Authority to vote on $73,528 fire alarm repair

The Albion Building Authority will consider approving a $73,528.89 proposal from Comtronics to repair the fire alarm system at Maple Grove, along with other expenditures and an amended termination notice. The board will also review Maple Grove financials and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority approves $73,528.89 fire alarm repair at Maple Grove

The Albion Building Authority approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $73,528.89 contract with Comtronics to repair the fire alarm system at Maple Grove, $8,888 to tint fire station doors, and an amended termination notice to JRance Property Management. The board also approved the June 13, 2024 minutes, Maple Grove bills for June–August 2024, and financials. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to consider three zoning changes and buy a $60,194 brush truck

The Albion City Council will vote on several items, including three zoning ordinance amendments (first readings), a resolution to exempt the city from a state health insurance act, and the purchase of a brush truck. They will also discuss the city manager search and approve 2025 meeting dates. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning changes, brush truck purchase, and city manager search

The Albion City Council approved several items, including a resolution to exempt the city from the Michigan Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act for 2025, a contract with Pivot Group for the city manager search, first readings of three zoning ordinances (adding auto-related uses and rezoning two properties to Mixed Use), and the purchase of an ADPS brush truck for $60,194. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the 2025 meeting dates and the consent calendar.

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Tue Nov 26, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to vote on fire code changes, loader purchase, and appointments

The Albion City Council will consider several items, including adopting an ordinance amending the fire prevention code, approving an interim city manager agreement, purchasing a new front-end loader for $280,070.06, and making board and commission appointments. They will also discuss the Granger waste contract, approve repairs up to $220,000 for Stoffer Plaza, and consider an MDOT agreement. The meeting includes a public hearing and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Council approves fire code amendment, loader purchase, and Stoffer Plaza repairs

The Albion City Council approved several items, including a fire prevention code amendment, an interim city manager agreement, the purchase of a new front-end loader for $280,070.06, and repairs to Stoffer Plaza (initially up to $220,000, then revised to $250,000). The council also approved a resolution for an MDOT agreement and made appointments to boards and commissions. All votes were unanimous.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to consider tax exemptions for Colson Group and depot renovation contract

The Albion City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two industrial facilities tax exemptions for Colson Group Holdings LLC, and consider awarding a $286,527 contract for the Albion Train Depot exterior renovations. The agenda also includes appointments, an interim city manager discussion, a mastic purchase, and a first reading of a fire prevention code amendment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves tax exemptions for Colson Group, depot renovation

The Albion City Council approved two industrial facilities tax exemptions for Colson Group Holdings LLC, awarded a $286,527 contract for the Albion Train Depot exterior renovations, and approved several other items including appointments, a mastic materials purchase, and an amended Maple Grove purchase agreement. All votes were unanimous.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to vote on camping ban, property code, and brewpub license

The Albion City Council will hold a regular session with several action items, including final votes on two ordinances (public camping ban and property maintenance code update), approval of a liquor license request for Albion Malleable Brewing Company, and discussion of a city manager search RFP. The agenda also includes appointments, a mobile food ordinance discussion, and other routine matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves public camping ban, property code update, and city manager search RFP

The Albion City Council approved several items, including a licensing request for Albion Malleable Brewing Company, a public camping ordinance, a property maintenance code amendment, a city manager search RFP, a DDA appointment, and a mechanical amusement device for ecoATM. The council also discussed a mobile food ordinance and downtown buildings, with changes to the mobile food ordinance to be drafted for a future first reading. No substantive decisions were made on the discussion items.

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Wed Oct 9, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to consider public camping ban, interim city manager appointment

The Albion City Council will hold a regular session with several significant items, including first readings of ordinances to ban public camping and update property maintenance codes, approval of a contract change order for the Sheridan Township Landfill, acceptance of the city manager's resignation, and appointment of an interim city manager. The council will also discuss an unhoused persons policy, an interlocal agreement for administrative services, and a city manager search RFP.

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✓ Decided: Albion council accepts city manager's resignation, names police chief interim manager

At its September 16, 2024 regular session, the Albion City Council voted unanimously to approve the City Manager's resignation and adopted Resolution #2024-37 appointing Chief Scott Kipp as Interim City Manager. The council also gave first-reading approval to two ordinances — one adding a public camping section to the city code and one amending the property maintenance code — and approved a landfill compliance contract change order and an interlocal agreement for administrative services. All votes recorded were unanimous, with all seven members present.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to consider grant, camping ban, and carport request

The Albion City Council will vote on a consent agenda and discuss several items, including a resolution to approve a grant agreement with EGLE, a first reading of an ordinance to ban public camping, and a request to excuse Council Member Lawler's absence. They will also consider a DPW carport building request, the city manager's participation in an AEDC investigation, a proposal for environmental review services, and a mobile food permit waiver for Festival of the Forks.

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✓ Decided: Council approves EGLE grant agreement and DPW carport request

The Albion City Council approved a grant agreement with EGLE (Resolution #2024-36), the DPW carport building request, and the Wightman proposal for environmental review services. The public camping ordinance was discussed but tabled for amendments, and the mobile food permit fee waiver for Festival of the Forks was deferred for further negotiation.

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Thu Sep 12, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Albion Building Authority to consider ending property management contract

The Albion Building Authority will discuss terminating its service agreement with J Rance Property Management and approve bills for Maple Grove for March through May 2024. The board will also review financial statements for the Authority and Maple Grove. This is a regular meeting with routine items and no public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority terminates J Rance Property Management agreement

The Board approved the termination of the service agreement with J Rance Property Management. Members also approved several months of bills and financials for Maple Grove. A request for $64,000 from the Albion Trust for bed bug heat treatments was approved.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to adopt ordinances on nuisance parties and tax exemptions

The Albion City Council will hold a regular session with several second-reading ordinance adoptions, including a new nuisance party ordinance and two tax exemption ordinances for Kennedy Greene. They will also consider contracts for road maintenance, engineering services, and repairs, along with routine consent items.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council approves nuisance party ordinance and infrastructure repairs

The City Council adopted an ordinance regarding nuisance parties and approved several tax exemptions for Kennedy Greene. The council also authorized funding for manhole repairs and engineering services for street improvements.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council Regular Session

City Council to vote on $838k truck purchase, property ordinances, and $132k park repairs

The Albion City Council will hold a regular session to vote on several key items including a $838,211.86 financing package for new dump trucks and street equipment, ordinances to amend property offenses and tax exemptions, and a $132,335 repair plan for Reiger Park Lift Station. The meeting also includes public hearings, presentations on the FY 2023 audit and sustainability efforts, and discussions on loose dogs, property maintenance, and a CHILL grant.

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✓ Decided: Albion Council approves $838K equipment financing, advances ordinances

The Albion City Council approved financing for new public works vehicles and equipment, advanced several ordinance readings, and tabled a public camping ordinance. A counteroffer to purchase 310 Keefer Drive failed. All other actions passed unanimously.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

City Council Regular Session

City Council to vote on $78,975 BS&A Cloud Upgrade and six water-system contracts

The Albion City Council will meet to decide on multiple contracts and ordinances, including a $78,975 upgrade to the BS&A Cloud system, six water-system improvement contracts totaling over $78,975, and a $595 per-person expense for council members to attend the MML 2024 Convention. The meeting also includes public hearings, presentations, and approvals for various permits and resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water system improvement contracts and bonds

The Albion City Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances related to water system improvements, including the issuance of Michigan Transportation Fund Bonds and six construction contracts (Contracts A-F). They also approved a $78,975 payment for the BS&A Cloud Upgrade, adopted an ordinance for a tax exemption at Maple Grove, and approved multiple grant agreements with the Albion Community Foundation. All votes were unanimous except for the sale of 3.04 acres at $4,000 per acre, which passed 6-1.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Council Closed Session

Albion City Council to hold closed session on exempt matters

The Albion City Council is meeting in a closed session to consider material exempt from public discussion or disclosure under state or federal statute, as requested by the City Attorney. The agenda includes approval of the June 17, 2024 closed session minutes and a City Attorney memo. No public decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council holds closed session on legal matter

The Albion City Council met in closed session on July 15, 2024, to discuss a City Attorney memo under a state statute exemption. They approved the minutes from the June 17, 2024 closed session and adjourned after receiving comments from council members. No substantive decisions were made during the session.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

June 17, 2024

Council to consider $586,099 DPW equipment purchase and closed session

The Albion City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, public comments, and a closed session. Key items include approving a $586,099.59 purchase of Department of Public Works equipment, discussing rental certification and fire-damaged houses, and recognizing the Juneteenth proclamation and Health and Safety Expo.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $586,099.59 for DPW equipment and permits for local events

The Albion City Council approved the purchase of Department of Public Works equipment for $586,099.59. They also granted permits for an outdoor movie, an ice cream social, and alcoholic beverages at a Kids 'N' Stuff event. The council discussed rental certification processes and fire-damaged properties, and adjourned to a closed session.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

July 1, 2024

Council to consider tax exemption, fleet purchase, water plant bids

The Albion City Council will vote on several items, including a tax exemption for Maple Grove, a fleet vehicle purchase for the Department of Public Works, and rejecting bids for water treatment plant improvements. They will also discuss a budget amendment for a fire training facility and speed signs. The meeting includes a public hearing and comments, but the agenda is largely routine business.

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✓ Decided: Council approves MSHDA CHILL grant administrator award to Albion EDC

The Albion City Council approved several items, including awarding the MSHDA CDBG CHILL grant administrator role to the Albion Economic Development Corporation, amending the CHILL program for homeowner improvements, and approving the first reading of a tax exemption ordinance for Maple Grove. They also approved the 2024 MML liability and property pool renewal, a DPW enterprise fleet purchase, and rejected bids for water treatment plant improvements to allow negotiation. All votes were unanimous with all present members voting yes.

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Sat Jun 22, 2024

City Council Closed Session

Albion City Council to hold closed session on June 17, 2024

The City Council will convene for a closed session to review a memo from the City Attorney. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 7, 2024, closed session.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council holds closed session, approves prior minutes

The Albion City Council met in closed session on June 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the March 7, 2024 closed session. The council also reviewed a memo from the City Attorney. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Board to accept chair resignation, review Maple Grove bills

The Albion Building Authority is meeting to approve minutes, discuss Maple Grove bills and the bed bug project, receive an update on affordable housing advisors, and accept the resignation of Board Chair Chris Burdette. The agenda also includes financial reports and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority accepts resignation of Board Chair Chris Burdette

The Board accepted the resignation of Chair Chris Burdette and approved bills for Maple Grove for December 2023 through February 2024. Members received updates on bed bug heat treatments at Maple Grove and a purchase agreement review by the City Attorney.

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Wed Jun 5, 2024

June 3, 2024

Albion council to vote on sidewalk grant, water bills, and new logo

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing on a state grant for North Eaton Street sidewalk improvements and vote on several items including a medical marijuana license, delinquent water bills, a new water tower logo, and a park construction contract. The meeting also includes presentations on senior housing and a Father’s Day proclamation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves medical marihuana grower license, sidewalk grant, park project

The Albion City Council approved a medical marihuana grower license for 902 Burstein, a resolution supporting a Michigan Shared Streets and Spaces grant application for the North Eaton Street Sidewalk Improvement Project, and a resolution awarding the McIntosh Park Phase 2 project to Quality Excavators Inc. They also approved ballot language to amend the City Charter, added delinquent water bills and receivables to summer tax bills, and approved a project agreement with the Michigan Trails Fund. The council discussed street improvement equipment purchases and water tower logo options, deferring the logo decision for community input.

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Tue May 21, 2024

May 20, 2024

Albion council to vote on grants, contracts, and fee changes

The Albion City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on several resolutions, contracts, and fee amendments. Items include a housing improvement grant resolution, a mowing service contract award, and a fee schedule change for food truck permits. Presentations on water system financing and the Albion Economic Development Corporation update are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves resolutions for housing grants, mowing contract, bridge change, food truck fees, DPW equipment

The Albion City Council approved all items on the agenda, including resolutions for a MSHDA CDBG housing improvement program, a mowing and brush abatement contract, a contract change for the N. Albion Street Bridge project, a fee schedule amendment for temporary weekend food truck permits, and a DPW equipment purchase. All votes were unanimous. The council also discussed code enforcement and speed limit signs, and excused Council Member Marcola Lawler.

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Wed May 15, 2024

May 6, 2024

Council to award McIntosh Park Phase 2 contract and consider water tower parcel purchase

The Albion City Council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding the McIntosh Park Phase 2 project to Quality Excavators, Inc., and approving an obsolete property rehabilitation exemption for Hayes Block LLC. They will also discuss ballot language for a recreation millage renewal, approve various licenses and permits, and consider purchasing a parcel for a new water tower. The agenda includes multiple public comments and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Albion Council awards McIntosh Park Phase 2 to Quality Excavators

The Albion City Council approved several resolutions and contracts, including awarding the McIntosh Park Phase 2 project to Quality Excavators, Inc., approving the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for Hayes Block LLC, and approving the Recreation Millage Renewal ballot language. The council also approved various licenses, street repairs, a water tower parcel purchase, and DPW equipment purchase. All votes were unanimous.

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Wed May 15, 2024

May 6, 2024 Study Session

Council to consider water tower land purchase and multiple contracts

The Albion City Council study session on May 6, 2024, will discuss and potentially approve several resolutions, including an obsolete property rehabilitation exemption for Hayes Block LLC, awarding the McIntosh Park Phase 2 project to Quality Excavators Inc., and purchasing a parcel for a new water tower. They will also discuss recreation millage renewal ballot language, approve various licenses, and consider proposals for street repairs and DPW equipment.

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✓ Decided: City Council held study session to review upcoming agenda items

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss items for the May 6th agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this session; the meeting focused on individual discussion of proposed resolutions and approvals.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Council to consider Maple Grove Apartments sale, CDBG hearing, manager evaluation

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing on CDBG funding for the MSHDA CHILL homeowner improvement project and consider approving the Citizen Participation Plan. The council will also discuss the City Manager's 3-year evaluation, approve a CDBG mortgage discharge for 508 W. Chestnut Street, approve a Synagro invoice for biosolids removal, and consider a purchase and sale agreement for Maple Grove Apartments. Other items include ballot language for a charter amendment and street improvement discussions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Maple Grove Apartments purchase agreement

The Albion City Council approved the purchase and sale agreement for Maple Grove Apartments, approved a CDBG mortgage discharge for 508 W. Chestnut Street, and approved a policy for council evaluations of direct report employees. The council also approved the Citizen Participation Plan for the CHILL homeowner improvement project and several other routine items. No public comments were received during the public hearing.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024

April 15, 2024

Council to consider McIntosh Park Phase 2 contract and water tower parcel purchase

The Albion City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including awarding a contract for McIntosh Park Phase 2, approving a property purchase for a new water tower, and discussing ballot language for a recreation millage renewal. The agenda also includes routine approvals for permits, licenses, and meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Albion Council awards McIntosh Park Phase 2 to Quality Excavators

The Albion City Council approved several resolutions and contracts, including awarding the McIntosh Park Phase 2 project to Quality Excavators, Inc., approving the recreation millage renewal ballot language, and approving the obsolete property rehabilitation exemption for Hayes Block LLC. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved consent calendar items, including meeting minutes and permits, and approved various contracts for street repairs, a water tower parcel purchase, and DPW equipment.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024

April 15, 2024 Study Session

Albion Council to discuss manager evaluation, housing sale, charter amendment

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including the city manager's 3-year evaluation, a citizen participation plan, a mortgage discharge, a biosolids removal contract, a policy for council evaluations, the sale of Maple Grove Apartments, proposed ballot language for a charter amendment, and street improvements. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses manager evaluation, housing sale, charter ballot language

This was a study session with no formal votes taken; all items were discussed only. The council reviewed the city manager's 3-year evaluation, a citizen participation plan, a CDBG mortgage discharge, a biosolids removal contract, a policy for council evaluations, the sale of Maple Grove Apartments, proposed charter amendment ballot language, and street improvements. No decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned without public comment.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

April 1, 2024

Albion council to vote on sewer repair, liquor permits, and strategic goals

The Albion, MI City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 1, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, 112 West Cass Street. The agenda includes routine procedural items, presentations recognizing local achievements, and several votes on permits, sewer repairs, and strategic goals. The council will also discuss the Albion Dams Removal Project, a recreation millage, and the city manager's evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves dam removal solution and tables city manager evaluation

The Albion City Council unanimously approved Alternative Solution One for the Albion Dams Removal Project and the 2024 Strategic Goals. They also approved four alcohol permits for Albion Malleable events, an invoice for sewer repairs, and a new appointment to the Economic Development Corporation. The council voted 4-3 to table the City Manager's 3-year evaluation until the next meeting. Discussion on renewing the recreation millage was held, but no final decision was made.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

April 1, 2024 Study Session

Albion council to discuss dam removal, strategic goals, and sewer repairs

The Albion, MI City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several key items, including an alternative solution for the Albion Dams Removal Project, the 2024 Strategic Goals, and a proposal from The Allen Law Group for an EDC investigation. The council will also review and approve an invoice for sewer repairs on Linden Avenue and appoint Timothy Zeller to the Economic Development Corporation. Additionally, the council will discuss a recreation millage and evaluate the City Manager over a three-year period.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses dam removal, strategic goals, EDC investigation

The Albion City Council held a study session to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting, including the Albion Dams Removal Project, 2024 Strategic Goals, a proposal from The Allen Law Group for an EDC investigation, and a recreation millage. No formal votes were taken during the study session; the only action was adjournment.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

March 18, 2024

Albion Council to hear dam removal study, water project hearing

The Albion City Council will receive a feasibility study report on dam removal and hold a public hearing on a proposed water system improvement project. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including property tax relief guidelines, a bridge funding grant application, and amendments to the Economic Development Corporation's articles. Consent items include approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council approves bridge grant support and tax relief guidelines

The City Council approved several operational contracts and resolutions, including support for an MDOT bridge grant and updated property tax relief guidelines. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed $19.2 million water system improvement project, and a report on dam removal feasibility was presented.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

March 18, 2024 Study Session

Albion Council to vote on tax relief guidelines, bridge grant, contracts

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including resolutions on property tax relief guidelines and a bridge funding grant application, as well as contracts for bridge inspection and wastewater operations. They will also consider appointments to the Economic Development Corporation and a resolution amending its articles of incorporation. The agenda includes routine items like a City Hall closure for an Easter Egg Hunt and discussion of citizen complaints.

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✓ Decided: City Council held study session to review upcoming agenda items

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss items for the March 18, 2024 agenda. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Albion Building Authority to discuss Maple Grove property offer

The Albion Building Authority will meet to discuss and potentially approve a recommendation to the City Council regarding an offer for the Maple Grove property. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority recommends accepting LARC offer for Maple Grove

The Albion Building Authority voted unanimously to recommend that the Albion City Council accept an offer from LARC Community Development Group regarding Maple Grove. No financial details were provided, and no other substantive decisions were made.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Albion Building Authority to consider pest control bid for Maple Grove

The Albion Building Authority will review financial reports and discuss a facility-wide pest control bid. The board is considering a contract with Abel Pest Control for the Maple Grove facility.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority approves $64,800 pest control bid for Maple Grove

The Albion Building Authority approved a $64,800 pest control bid from Abel Pest Control for the Maple Grove facility, to be paid from the Maple Grove Fund Balance. The board also approved applying to the Albion Trust for reimbursement of that amount. Minutes from December 14, 2023, were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Mar 13, 2024

City Council Closed Session

City Council to hold closed session on labor attorney memo

The Albion City Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss a labor attorney memo, citing exemptions under state statute. The agenda includes approval of prior closed session minutes and a letter regarding Avant severance. This is a procedural, non-public meeting with no open-session decisions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves closed session minutes, discusses HR settlement

The Albion City Council held a closed session to discuss a settlement agreement for former HR Director Mitchell Avant, as requested by the labor attorney. The council approved the minutes from the March 4, 2024 closed session and adjourned after the discussion. No formal decisions were made on the settlement.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council Closed Session

City Council to hold closed session on legal matter

The Albion City Council is meeting in a closed session to consider material exempt from public discussion or disclosure under state or federal statute, as requested by the Labor Attorney. The agenda includes approval of prior closed session minutes and a memo from the City Attorney. No public action is expected.

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✓ Decided: Albion council approves prior closed session minutes, adjourns after labor attorney briefing

The Albion City Council met in closed session on March 4, 2024, at the request of its labor attorney under the Open Meetings Act to consider material exempt from disclosure by statute. The council approved the February 20, 2024 closed session minutes by unanimous vote and discussed an attorney memo with the labor attorney. No other decisions were recorded; the session adjourned at 8:33 p.m. by unanimous vote.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

February 20, 2024

Council to consider selling Maple Grove to LARC and approving fence ordinance

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing, enter closed session for real estate negotiations, and vote on several items including the sale of Maple Grove to LARC Community Development Group, an RFP for an EDC investigation, a fence ordinance amendment, and funding for a transit consultant. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and appointments.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council Regular Session

Albion City Council to vote on Maple Grove sale and transit funding

The Albion City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including the sale of Maple Grove to LARC Community Development Group, funding for a transit consultant, and amendments to fence regulations. The meeting also includes presentations, public hearings, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Albion council approves sale of Maple Grove to LARC Community Development Group

At its February 20, 2024 regular session, the Albion City Council approved a recommendation from the Albion Building Authority to accept an offer from LARC Community Development Group for the sale of Maple Grove, voting 6-1 with Marcola Lawler opposed. The council also approved an EDC investigation RFP, a first reading of Ordinance #2024-01 amending fence height, material and location rules, and Resolutions #2024-05 (TACC transit consultant funding) and #2024-06 (performance resolution for municipalities), all by unanimous votes. A proposed appointment of Al Smith to the Albion Economic Development Corporation failed 1-6, with only Mayor Snyder voting in favor. The council also approved contracting with Gregg Guetschow as facilitator for setting 2024 strategic goals and approved the consent calendar including February 5, 2024 study and regular session minutes.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

March 4, 2024 Study Session

Council to create industrial and plant rehab districts, amend fence rules

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several resolutions and ordinances, including establishing industrial and plant rehabilitation districts, amending fence regulations, and approving contracts and appointments. The agenda also includes a discussion on a 2025 congressional spending request and a proposal for a strategic goals work session.

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✓ Decided: City Council held study session to review upcoming agenda items

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss items for a future agenda. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded during this session.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

March 4, 2024

Council to consider tax incentives for Colson Group expansion

The Albion City Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions to create an Industrial Development District and a Plant Rehabilitation District for Colson Group LLC, which would provide tax incentives for the company. The council will also consider a fence ordinance amendment, bond notices, contracts, and other routine items.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council establishes industrial and plant rehabilitation districts

The City Council approved the creation of an Industrial Development District and a Plant Rehabilitation District for Colson Group LLC. The council also updated fence regulations and approved several service contracts and bond notices.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

City Council Closed Session

City Council closed session to discuss buying 1001 Brooks Rd.

The Albion City Council is holding a closed session to consider the purchase or lease of real property, specifically discussing the purchase of 1001 Brooks Rd. The agenda includes approving prior closed session minutes and is otherwise procedural.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council held a closed session regarding real property.

The Albion City Council met in a closed session on February 20, 2024, to discuss the purchase or lease of real property under the Open Meetings Act. The council approved the consent calendar, received an update from the City Manager regarding the purchase of 1001 Brooks Rd., and adjourned the meeting.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

February 5, 2024

Albion Council to review water system projects and approve multiple contracts

The Albion City Council will hear an overview of water system improvement projects, then vote on several items including board appointments, a parks millage allocation, a Great Lakes Fishery Trust agreement, and purchases for public safety vehicles. The agenda also includes discussion of an RFP for an EDC investigation and approval of a budget amendment.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council approves public safety vehicle purchases and DPW upgrades

The City Council approved the purchase and lease of two public safety vehicles and electrical upgrades for DPW facilities. The council also confirmed several board appointments and approved a budget amendment for the EDC.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

February 5, 2024 Study Session

Albion council to vote on appointments, contracts, and budget changes

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and vote on several appointments, contracts, and budget amendments. Items include board and commission appointments, conference attendance, millage allocation, and agreements for public safety vehicles and water operator services.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council held a study session to discuss upcoming agenda items

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss several items for the February 5, 2024, agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

January 22, 2024 Study Session

Albion council to review grant funding, appointments, and fee schedule

The Albion City Council will discuss and potentially approve several resolutions and appointments during this study session. Items include housing improvement grants, board appointments, a grant application for Victory Park, a revised fee schedule, and a defined contribution agreement.

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✓ Decided: Albion City Council held a study session to discuss upcoming agenda items

The council conducted a study session to review several proposed resolutions, appointments, and a revised fee schedule. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

Albion Building Authority

Albion Building Authority to review finances, pest control, housing advisors

The Albion Building Authority is meeting to approve minutes, set 2024 meeting dates, and review updates on Maple Grove pest control and affordable housing advisors. The board will also approve Maple Grove bills and review financial statements for October and November 2023.

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✓ Decided: Albion Building Authority approves 2024 meeting dates and Maple Grove bills

The Board approved the 2024 meeting schedule and paid bills for Maple Grove for September through November 2023. Members received updates on a pending $64,000 HUD approval for pest control and progress from affordable housing advisors.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

January 22, 2024

Albion City Council to consider CDBG funding for homeowner improvements

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Michigan Community Development Block Grant funding for the MSHDA CHILL Homeowner Improvement Project. The body will also consider a revised 2024 fee schedule and a grant application for Victory Park.

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✓ Decided: Albion council approves CHILL housing grant resolution and 2024 fee schedule

Albion City Council approved Resolution #2024-02 for Michigan CDBG funding for the MSHDA CHILL Homeowner Improvement Project, and approved Resolution #2024-03 authorizing a Council of Michigan Foundations SPARK grant application for Victory Park. Council also approved a revised 2024 fee schedule, a MERS Defined Contribution Agreement for the City Manager division, and two board appointments. A motion to make two vacant EDC board appointments within 30 days passed 4-3, with Snyder, Davis and French voting against.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

January 8, 2024

Albion City Council to consider bond for water supply system

The City Council will discuss authorizing a Bond Anticipation Note for the water supply system. The meeting includes a presentation on the AARP Age-Friendly Community Action Plan and votes on several city maintenance contracts.

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✓ Decided: Albion Council approves bond anticipation note for water supply system

The Albion City Council approved a bond anticipation note for the water supply system, along with several other items including an invoice for storm drain repair, a public participation plan, and a fence proposal. The council also voted to write a letter of support for the AARP Age-Friendly Community designation and approved the consent calendar. All votes were unanimous.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

January 8, 2024 Study Session

Albion City Council to consider water system bond note and infrastructure repairs

The City Council will discuss several authorizations including a bond anticipation note for the water supply system. The session includes reviews of invoices for storm drain repairs and a proposal for a Street Department fence.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews agenda items for Jan. 8 regular meeting

The City Council held a study session to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a bond anticipation note resolution, a storm drain repair invoice, a public participation plan, and a fence proposal. No formal votes were taken during the study session; decisions will occur at the regular meeting. Public comments were received from two residents.

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