Grand Rapids public meetings in 2022

Stormwater Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission approved revised descriptions for several capital projects, including daylighting at Huff Park and Riverside Park. The body also accepted the O&M budget as presented, noting a $400,000 general fund cost for water trucking at Knapp's Corner.

• Approved revised capital project descriptions (Motion carried)
• Accepted O&M budget substantially as presented (Motion carried)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (Motion carried)
• Approved agenda for December 19, 2022 (Motion carried)
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2022 (Motion carried)

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The North Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority will hold an informational meeting to review its 2022 calendar year overview, followed by a regular meeting to approve minutes, financial statements, the 2023 meeting schedule, and elect board officers.

• Informational meeting on Calendar Year 2022 Overview
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022
• Approval of interim financial statements as of November 30, 2022
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Election of board officers for Calendar Year 2023

The Authority approved the 2023 meeting schedule and appointed its board officers for the coming year. The board also accepted the November 17, 2022, meeting minutes and the November 30, 2022, interim financial statements.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Accepted interim financial statements as of November 30, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule with informational meetings moved to January and November (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brianna Forbes (Chair), Kim Bode (Vice-Chair), and Alan Hartline (Secretary) as 2023 officers (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold two public hearings on December 15, 2022, both concerning the Mr. & Mrs. Crab restaurant at 2739 Breton Rd SE. The first is an appeal of a Planning Department decision that two statues are signs rather than art. The second is a request for a sign variance to display two ground signs and one pylon/pole sign where only one ground or pylon sign is normally allowed.

• Appeal P-BZA-2022-0008: whether two statues at Mr. & Mrs. Crab are art (unregulated) or signs (regulated)
• Sign variance P-BZA-2022-0007: request for 2 ground signs (66 sq. ft. total) and 1 pylon/pole sign in MON-C zone
• Applicant for both cases: Jinling 'Wendy' Ren; owner: Peng Chang, LLC

The Board affirmed that two crab statues at 2739 Breton Rd SE are considered signs rather than art. However, the Board granted a variance allowing the restaurant to keep both a pylon sign and two ground signs, with a reduced landscaping requirement.

• Affirmed staff determination that crab statues are signs (7-1)
• Approved variance for two ground signs and one pylon sign at 2739 Breton Rd SE (5-3)
• Approved variance reducing required landscaping for signs to 100 sq. ft. (5-3)
• Approved minutes from November 17, 2022 (Unanimous)

SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority - Regular Meeting

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority will consider approving a contract for branding, marketing, and communication services, and will vote on its 2023 meeting schedule. The board will also receive an update on the Spartan Innovations Grand Rapids Gateway project.

• Resolution to approve agreement for SmartZone LDFA Branding, Marketing & Communication Services
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Spartan Innovations Gateway Grand Rapids update

The authority approved a contract for branding, marketing, and communication services for one year. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved agreement for Branding, Marketing & Communication Services not-to-exceed $50,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 9, 2022 (Unanimous)

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will receive an update from the Grand Rapids Police Department on monthly and year-to-date crime statistics. Members will discuss options to improve public health and safety downtown and in neighborhoods. The Grand Rapids Fire Department will provide an update on the Homeless Outreach Team and staffing needs.

• Update from GRPD on monthly and year-to-date crime statistics
• Discussion of options to improve public health and safety downtown and in neighborhoods
• Update from GRFD on the Homeless Outreach Team and staffing needs

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider resolutions to approve adjusted water and sewer rates for 2022, including rates for partner communities, and to authorize a Request for Proposals for development of city-owned land at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW. A briefing on the Parks Millage annual update is also scheduled.

• Resolution authorizing RFP for development of 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW
• Resolution approving adjusted 2022 city water and sewer rates
• Resolution approving 2022 water/sewer rates for retail and wholesale partner communities
• Briefing: Parks Millage Annual Update

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee will consider resolutions on a fireworks permit for the Griffins New Year's Eve event, petitions for drain improvements, and scheduling public hearings for brownfield plan amendments and a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone. It will also act on easements, a street vacation, and construction agreements including a $545,216.88 lagoon improvement contract.

• Fireworks permit for RKM Fireworks Co. at Van Andel Arena for Griffins Hockey New Year's Eve Event on Dec 31, 2022
• Petition to improve and extend Knapp’s Corner Drain and consolidate Leonard-Leffingwell and Leffingwell Drains
• Public hearing scheduled for Jan 10, 2023 on Brownfield Plan Amendment for 974 Front Avenue NW project
• Public hearings scheduled for Jan 24, 2023 on Brownfield Plan Amendment and Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for 415 Sheldon Avenue SE
• Contract with EV Construction Co. for lagoon improvements at Lake Michigan Filtration Plant for $545,216.88 (not-to-exceed $704,500)

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee will consider 14 items, including budget substitutions totaling over $1.9 million for infrastructure projects such as the Knapp's Corner Drain improvements, pressure valve replacements, sewer relocation, lead service line replacements, and road reconstruction on Giddings Ave. Also up for approval are a $1.17 million health insurance contract extension, a $157,500 insurance broker contract, and a sponsorship for ArtPrize 2023 worth $150,000 plus $50,000 in-kind. The agenda includes routine items like a bid list, warrant, and treasurer's report.

• Budget substitution of $300,000 for Knapp's Corner Drain drainage improvements
• One-year health/dental insurance extension with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Delta Dental, not to exceed $1,174,845
• Three-year contract with Arthur J. Gallagher for property/casualty insurance totaling $157,500
• Sponsorship for ArtPrize 2023: $150,000 cash plus $50,000 in-kind from Mobile GR
• Budget substitutions: $924,400 for pressure reducing valve replacement, $294,757 for Eastside Trunk Sewer relocation, $280,100 for lead service line replacements, $344,950 for Gratiot Ave reconstruction, and $194,400 for water main work on Page St, Lister Ct, Plainfield Ave, and Carrier St

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will consider a resolution to approve year-end appointments to various boards and commissions. They will also discuss the current list of vacancies on those bodies.

• Resolution approving year-end appointments to various boards and commissions
• Discussion of current board/commission vacancy list

City Commission - Regular Session

The Grand Rapids City Commission will consider approving adjusted water and sewer rates for 2022, a $150,000 sponsorship plus $50,000 in-kind for ArtPrize 2023, and a $300,000 budget substitution for Knapp's Corner Drain improvements. Other items include a $1.17 million health insurance contract extension, a fireworks permit for Van Andel Arena, and several infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes public hearings on brownfield plan amendments for two redevelopment projects.

• Resolution approving adjusted City water and sewer rates for 2022
• Resolution authorizing $150,000 sponsorship and $50,000 in-kind for ArtPrize 2023
• Resolution authorizing $300,000 budget substitution for Knapp's Corner Drain improvements
• Resolution approving one-year health insurance extension with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan at not-to-exceed $1,174,845
• Resolution scheduling public hearings for brownfield plan amendments at 974 Front Avenue NW and 415 Sheldon Avenue SE

The City Commission adopted new water and sewer rates, charges, and fees for retail and wholesale partners. The commission also approved numerous board appointments and several infrastructure project budget substitutions.

• Approved new water and sewer rates and fees effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approved $150,000 sponsorship for ArtPrize 2023
• Approved $545,216.88 bid from EV Construction Co. for Lagoon Improvements at Lake Michigan Filtration Plant
• Approved vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street
• Approved $300,000 budget substitution for Knapp's Corner Drain Drainage District Improvements
• Approved $924,400 budget substitution for Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement
• Approved three-year risk management consulting contract with Arthur J. Gallagher for $157,500
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-52 to amend various FY2023 budget line items (7-0)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a gas station with alcohol sales, a cannabis retailer amendment, a parking waiver, a sign program amendment, and two cannabis-related expansions. One item has been withdrawn by the applicant.

• 3325 Plainfield NE: 24-hour Kum & Go gas station with beer and wine sales (postponed from Oct. 27)
• 1109 Michigan St NE: Amendment to remove cross-access condition for a cannabis retailer (postponed; applicant requests postponement)
• 220 Quimby St NE: Parking waiver for a new mixed-use development by Pinnacle Construction Group
• 2135 E Beltline Ave NE: Amendment to Celebration Village Planned Sign Program
• 1815 & 1825 Alpine Ave NW: Expansion of existing medical and recreational cannabis retailer

The Commission approved a 24-hour gas station with alcohol sales and a 72-unit mixed-use apartment complex with a significant parking waiver. A cannabis retailer expansion was also approved, while a request for a cannabis retailer amendment was tabled.

• Approved 24-hour Kum & Go gas station and convenience store with alcohol sales at 3325 Plainfield Ave NE (Unanimous)
• Approved parking waiver of 56% for Hillcrest Apartments at 220 Quimby St NE (Unanimous)
• Approved expansion of cannabis retailer at 1815 & 1825 Alpine Ave NW (Unanimous)
• Approved sign program amendment for urgent care building at 2135 E Beltline Ave NE, denying south wall and ground signs (Unanimous)
• Tabled amendment request for cannabis retailer at 1109 Michigan St NE until January 12, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Request for restaurant with alcohol and outdoor seating at 337 & 345 Summer Ave NW withdrawn

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville CIA board will hold an informational meeting on the 2022 calendar year overview, followed by a regular meeting to approve minutes, financials, the 2023 meeting schedule, elect board officers, and consider amendments to the Facade Improvement Program. A presentation will also address the disposition process for city-owned property at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW.

• Presentation on disposition process for city-owned property at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW
• Approval of amendments to the South Division-Grandville Facade Improvement Program
• Election of board officers for calendar year 2023
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022

The Board approved amendments to the Facade Improvement Program and elected new officers for 2023. Members also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and October 2022 financial statements. A presentation was given regarding the disposition process for city-owned property at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW.

• Approved minutes from November 10, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Elected Amy Brower (Chair), Marcel Price (Vice Chair), and Mary Dengerink (Secretary) for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Facade Improvement Program Amendments (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several requests for certificates of appropriateness, including a fence at 45 College Ave SE, door repairs at 318 Diamond SE, temporary safety measures at a local landmark at 24 Fountain NE, a front yard fence at 223 Washington, and alterations to a rear addition at 656 Wealthy. The commission will also elect its 2023 officers.

• 223 Washington SE - request for front yard fence in Heritage Hill Historic District
• 656 Wealthy St SE - request to retain an internally illuminated sign in Cherry Hill Historic District
• Election of 2023 officers

The Commission approved several permit extensions and a new fence installation. It also approved window alterations for a rear addition at 226 Union SE but denied a request to keep an internally lit sign at 656 Wealthy, citing inconsistency with district standards.

• Approved 15 staff-issued Certificates of Appropriateness (Unanimous)
• Approved fence reinstallation extension for 45 College SE until July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved door correction extension for 318 Diamond SE until September 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved safety netting extension for 24 Fountain NE until November 23, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved brick pier and aluminum fence at 223 Washington (Unanimous)
• Approved wood casement window alterations at 226 Union SE (Unanimous)
• Denied request to retain internally illuminated sign at 656 Wealthy (5-1)
• Appointed Dixon as Chair, Kindt as Vice-chair, and Rodriguez as Secretary (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation will review financial statements and approve the 2023 meeting schedule. The body will also conduct elections for officers for the 2023 calendar year.

• Approval of October 26, 2022 minutes
• Review of FY2023 interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Election of officers for calendar year 2023

The board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and accepted the FY2023 interim financial statements. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and the excusing of absent members.

• Excused absences of Lynn Rabaut, Commissioner Nathaniel Moody, Daniel Barcheski, Kim McLaughlin and Micah Perkins (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 Interim Financial Statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider three redevelopment projects: a plan amendment and revolving fund grant for 974 Front Ave NW, a plan amendment for 415 Sheldon Ave SE, and a work plan and reimbursement agreement for 280 Ann Street NW. The board will also review FY2023 interim financial statements and an activity report on the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program.

• Resolution approving Brownfield Plan Amendment and Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement for 974 Front Ave NW redevelopment
• Resolution approving Brownfield Plan Amendment for 415 Sheldon Ave SE redevelopment
• Resolution approving Act 381 Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for 280 Ann Street NW redevelopment
• FY2023 Interim Financial Statements as of October 31, 2022 showing $13.4M in total assets
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved plan amendments and grant agreements for projects at 974 Front Ave NW and 415 Sheldon Ave SE. The board also authorized a development and reimbursement agreement for 280 Ann Street NW. Financial statements and the 2023 meeting schedule were accepted.

• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment and Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement for 974 Front Ave NW (Unanimous)
• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment for 415 Sheldon Ave SE (Unanimous)
• Approved Act 381 Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for 280 Ann Street NW (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 Interim Financial Statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program Activity Report as of December 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 (Unanimous)

Uptown Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting

The Uptown Business Improvement District board will elect officers for 2023, approve the 2023 meeting schedule, and vote on a landscaping maintenance bid and an estimate for additional planting beds from Simply Gardens. The board will also review interim financial statements through October 31, 2022, and minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• Electing board officers for calendar year 2023
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• 2023 Landscaping Maintenance Bid Approval
• Simply Gardens Additional Planting Beds Estimate
• Interim Financial Statements as of October 31, 2022

The board approved a landscaping maintenance contract with Simply Gardens and a separate funding request for additional planting beds. Members also elected board officers and approved the meeting schedule for the 2023 calendar year.

• Approved Simply Gardens landscape maintenance bid not-to-exceed $44,280 (Unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for planting beds not-to-exceed $1,800 (Unanimous)
• Approved slate of board officers for calendar year 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditures from July 1, 2022-October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 (Unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

This meeting includes an informational overview of the 2022 calendar year, followed by a regular meeting to approve minutes, financial statements, the 2023 meeting schedule, board officer elections, employee benefits, and facade improvement applications.

• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2022
• Interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Election of board officers for calendar year 2023
• Uptown Grand Rapids INC. employees benefit package

The Authority approved two facade improvement applications totaling $45,000 and denied one application for 946 Cherry. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule, the 2023 slate of officers, and an employee benefit package for Uptown Grand Rapids Inc.

• Approved two facade improvement applications for $45,000 (Unanimous)
• Denied facade improvement application for 946 Cherry
• Approved Uptown Grand Rapids Inc. employees benefit package (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved slate of board officers for calendar year 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statement of expenses from July 1 to Oct 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend action on several items including a memorandum of understanding for ArtPrize 2.0, a new liquor license for a Bridge Street business, two Neighborhood Enterprise Zone exemption certificates, two brownfield plan amendments, a collective bargaining agreement with the police union, and a salary ordinance for police officers. The committee will also receive briefings on election and financial updates.

• Memorandum of understanding for ArtPrize 2.0 between the city, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., and Kendall College of Art and Design
• New Class C Redevelopment District Liquor License for Gin Gin Lounge LLC at 507 Bridge St NW
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Exemption Certificate for Lofts on Grove Holdings LLC at 1329 and 1359 Plainfield Ave NE
• Brownfield Plan Amendment for the Boston Square Community Hub Redevelopment Project at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 1435 and 1451 Fuller Ave SE
• Collective bargaining agreement and salary ordinance for the Grand Rapids Police Officers Association

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will vote on two resolutions: confirming Mayor Bliss's appointment of Stacie Behler to the Downtown Improvement District Board, and approving the appointment of Rosalynn Bliss, Joe Jones, Erika Gonzalez, and Molly Clarin to the initial Seeding Justice GR Nonprofit Board. The committee will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Resolution confirming Stacie Behler to the Downtown Improvement District Board
• Resolution approving Rosalynn Bliss, Joe Jones, Erika Gonzalez, and Molly Clarin to the Seeding Justice GR Nonprofit Board
• Discussion of current board/commission vacancy list

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee will consider 14 items including contracts, grant acceptance, and ordinance amendments. Key decisions include a $200,000 increase to the PayIt payment contract and a $40,000 agreement with Grattan Raceway Park. Several items involve routine financial reports and bid lists.

• Resolution to increase PayIt contract by $200,000 for POS and IVR payment channels, total $1.4M annually
• Resolution approving $40,000 professional services agreement with Grattan Raceway Park, Inc.
• Sublease renewal for 89 Monroe Center with Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives at $2,132.17/month
• Resolution authorizing $51,407.30 to Water Research Foundation for annual membership fee
• Ordinance amendments creating new firefighter classifications for Homeless Outreach Team

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee will consider seven items, including a $1.18M contract for lead service line replacements, a $1.1M park improvement project, and a property sale at 617 Vries Street SW for $2,000. Also up for discussion are grant applications for Richmond and Martin Luther King parks, a drainage district property acquisition, and a $33,000 construction management agreement for MLK Park Lodge.

• Resolution awarding $1,179,226 contract to B & Z Company for private lead service line replacement (total not-to-exceed $1,528,300)
• Resolution approving $36,310 increase to Katerberg-Verhage contract for Heartside and Pekich parks improvements, plus MOU for art mural (total not-to-exceed $1,099,000)
• Resolution approving sale of 617 SW Vries Street to Augustus L. and Robin Thomas for $2,000 with public utility easement
• Resolution authorizing MDNR Michigan Spark Grants applications for Richmond and MLK parks improvements
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Kent ISD and Knapp's Corner Drainage District for property and easements

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission will vote on a collective bargaining agreement with the Grand Rapids Police Officers Association and a memorandum of understanding establishing ArtPrize 2.0. Other major items include approving a $1.18M lead service line replacement contract, a $1.1M Heartside and Pekich parks improvement project, and a settlement in circuit court cases involving plaintiffs Harrison and Johnson.

• Collective bargaining agreement with Grand Rapids Police Officers Association
• Memorandum of understanding for establishment of ArtPrize 2.0
• Contract with B & Z Company for replacement of private lead service lines, $1,179,226
• Heartside and Pekich parks improvements, total project cost not-to-exceed $1,099,000
• Settlement in circuit court cases involving plaintiffs Harrison and Johnson

The Commission adopted a labor agreement for uniformed employees including wage increases and a $1,000 non-pensionable payment. It also approved several salary ordinances and a $1.66M budget amendment for the Police Department. Additional actions included approving a $1.5M lead service line replacement contract and settling two lawsuits for a total of $330,000.

• Approved police labor agreement with 6% wage increase effective July 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-50 amending FY 2023 budget to add $1,665,197 to Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $1,528,300 max expenditure for B&Z Company to replace private lead service lines (6-0)
• Authorized $330,000 total settlement for two circuit court matters and ACLU fees (6-0)
• Approved $40,000 contract with Grattan Raceway Park for police driver training (6-0)
• Approved sale of 617 Vries Street SW to Augustus L. and Robin Thomas for $2,000 (6-0)
• Approved $1.385M annual total for various mobility and transportation consulting contracts (6-0)
• Approved new Class C Redevelopment District Liquor License for Gin Gin Lounge, LLC (6-0)

Economic Development Project Team - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Project Team will discuss and recommend a disposition process for two City-owned excess properties at 427 Market Avenue SW and 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and verbal updates.

• Recommendation on disposition process for City-owned excess property at 427 Market Avenue SW
• Recommendation on disposition process for City-owned excess property at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW

The team discussed the disposition process for two city-owned excess properties. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for these items.

• Minutes from March 15, 2022: Received and filed
• Disposition process for 427 Market Avenue SW: Discussed
• Disposition process for 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW: Discussed

Westside Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority will hold an informational meeting on the 2022 calendar year overview, followed by a regular meeting. Action items include approving the 2023 meeting schedule, electing board officers, considering business improvement program applications, and approving Gateway Project design costs.

• Informational meeting on 2022 calendar year overview
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Election of board officers for calendar year 2023
• Business Improvement Program applications
• Gateway Project design cost approval

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority approved a $2,750 façade program application for 913 Bridge St. and a $9,929.71 reimbursement to Mobile GR for Gateway Project design costs. The board also elected its 2023 officers and approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Elected Dave Shaffer (Chair), Lisa Haynes (Vice-Chair), and Johnny Brann (Secretary) for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,750 façade program application for 913 Bridge St. (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,929.71 reimbursement to Mobile GR for Gateway Project design costs (Unanimous)

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The Mobile GR Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, consider a sublease renewal with the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives at 89 Monroe Center, and recommend the FY24 budget. They will also discuss fall parking counts and community mobility feedback.

• Resolution to nominate and elect Chair and Vice Chair of the Commission
• 89 Monroe Center Sublease Renewal with the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives
• Mobile GR Commission Recommendations for FY24 Budget
• Fall Parking Counts Update 2022
• Commission Night Out Mobility Feedback

The Commission unanimously approved the re-election of its leadership. Members also discussed a sublease renewal for the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives and budget recommendations for FY24.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved nomination and election of Chairperson Wells and Vice-Chair Winn (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests: a dimensional variance for a two-story addition at 400 Fairview Ave NE and a use variance to convert a building at 975 Ottawa Ave NW into a self-storage facility. The board will also elect a vice chairperson.

• Dimensional variance to allow a 2-story addition 22 ft from the curb at 800 Fairview Ave NE, instead of the required 30 ft.
• Use variance to convert a building at 975 Ottawa Ave NW into a self-storage facility, which is not permitted in the TN-CC zone.
• Election of a vice chairperson.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a dimensional variance for a home addition at 800 Fairview Ave NE and a use variance to convert a building at 975 Ottawa Ave NW into a self-storage facility. The Board also elected Traci Montgomery as vice-chair.

• Denied dimensional variance for 2-story addition at 800 Fairview Ave NE (4-2)
• Denied use variance for self-storage facility at 975 Ottawa Ave NW (2-4)
• Approved minutes from October 20, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Elected Traci Montgomery as vice-chair (Unanimous)

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The North Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority will consider approving a trash maintenance agreement with the 61st District Court. The board will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule and officer elections. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• Trash Maintenance Agreement with 61st District Court (requires motion to approve)
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2022
• Discussion of 2023 North Quarter CIA meeting schedule
• Discussion of 2023 North Quarter CIA officer elections

The North Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority approved a trash maintenance agreement with the 61st District Court. The board also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting.

• Approved trash maintenance agreement with 61st District Court for not-to-exceed $8,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority will hold an informational meeting on 2022 activities followed by a regular meeting. Action items include approving a holiday decorations request for proposals, a business association MOU, and facade improvement program projects. The board will also set its 2023 meeting schedule and elect officers.

The Authority approved funding for four facade improvement projects and authorized spending for holiday decorations. The board also accepted the October 2022 financial statements and renewed a Business Associations Memorandum of Understanding.

• Approved August 17, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved holiday decorations proposal up to $14,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Business Associations Memorandum of Understanding (Unanimous)
• Approved $44,700 for facade applications at 2409 Eastern Ave., 123 Hall St., 1267 Kalamazoo Ave., and 932 Division Ave. with conditions for 932 Division Ave. (Unanimous)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will consider resolutions to confirm Mayor Bliss' appointments of Daniel Koorndyk to the Local Officer's Compensation Commission and Martin Uchendu to the Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and to approve the City Commission's appointment of Tom Simmons to the Historic Preservation Commission. The committee will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Resolution confirming Daniel Koorndyk to Local Officer's Compensation Commission
• Resolution approving Tom Simmons to Historic Preservation Commission
• Resolution confirming Martin Uchendu to Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• Discussion of current board/commission vacancy list

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is deciding on several spending items, including a $28,000 advertising agreement with the Grand Rapids Griffins, a $33,101.93 payment for the 2023 water supply fee, and a budget amendment. They will also review bid lists, warrants, and the treasurer's report.

• Resolution authorizing $28,000 advertisement with Grand Rapids Griffins for Mobile GR
• Resolution authorizing $33,101.93 payment for 2023 Community Public Water Supply Annual Fee to State of Michigan
• Ordinance amending Section 1 of Budget Ordinance 2022-13 for Fiscal Year 2023 (Amendment No. 7)
• Bid List Resolution for November 15, 2022
• Warrant Report for October 19 to November 1, 2022

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $335,000 grant application for a Stormwater Resiliency Plan, a $72,500 agreement for Sullivan Field improvements, and permits for fireworks displays at Van Andel Arena and DeVos Hall. Other items include easements and a citywide facilities master plan contract.

• Resolution of Support for $335,000 Coastal Management Program grant for Stormwater Resiliency Plan
• Professional Services Agreement with Rockford Construction for Sullivan Field improvements, preconstruction $65,848, total not-to-exceed $72,500
• Fireworks permit for Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert at Van Andel Arena on December 4, 2022
• Fireworks permit for Nutcracker performances at DeVos Performance Hall on December 7-11 and 16-18, 2022
• Professional Services Agreement with Fishbeck for first phase of Citywide Facilities Master Plan, $94,000, total not-to-exceed $108,570

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider eight resolutions, including a Class C liquor license for Kaffeine, Inc. at 637 Michigan St NE, changes to non-represented employee retirement benefits, and approval of a mission statement for the CAA Amphitheater. They will also discuss the 2022 Water/Sewer Rate Study and follow up on a prior workshop.

• Resolution for Class C liquor license at 637 Michigan St NE, Ste. A
• Resolution on compensation changes for non-represented employees in 401A plan
• Resolution approving CAA Amphitheater Mission Statement
• Resolution establishing Lofts on Grove Neighborhood Enterprise Zone at 1359 and 1329 Plainfield Ave NE
• Resolution approving Brownfield Plan Amendment for 280 Ann St NW redevelopment

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from Mobile GR on speed trailers, from the Grand Rapids Police Department, and from the Safe Task Force regarding a Pitch and Highlight Night. No decisions are scheduled; all items are informational updates.

• Update from Mobile GR on speed trailers
• Update from Grand Rapids Police Department
• Update from Safe Task Force on Pitch and Highlight Night

City Commission - Regular Session

The Grand Rapids City Commission will consider a consent agenda including appointments, financial items, and community development resolutions. Notable items include a Class C liquor license for Kaffeine Inc., a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 280 Ann Street project, and a budget ordinance amendment. Public hearings are scheduled for Brownfield Plan Amendments for the Boston Square Community Hub and United Methodist Community House projects.

• Resolution approving a Class C Redevelopment Liquor License for Kaffeine, Inc. at 637 Michigan St NE
• Resolution establishing the Lofts on Grove Neighborhood Enterprise Zone at 1359 and 1329 Plainfield Avenue NE
• Resolution approving a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 280 Ann, LLC redevelopment project at 280 Ann Street NW
• Ordinance amending the Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2023 (Amendment No. 7)
• Public hearing on a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the Boston Square Community Hub at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE

The City Commission adopted Ordinance 2022-45 to amend several fund appropriations for the 2023 fiscal year. The board also established two new Neighborhood Enterprise Zones to promote residential revitalization and approved a mission statement for a new amphitheater.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-45 amending multiple budget fund appropriations (6-0, 1 excused)
• Established Lofts on Grove Neighborhood Enterprise Zone as a Qualified Downtown Revitalization District
• Established 280 Ann, LLC Neighborhood Enterprise Zone as a Qualified Downtown Revitalization District
• Approved Amphitheater facility-specific mission statement
• Approved $108,570 for Citywide Facility Strategic Master Plan with Fishbeck
• Approved $72,500 for Sullivan Field improvements with Rockford Construction Co.
• Approved Class C Redevelopment Liquor License for Kaffeine, Inc. at 637 Michigan St NE
• Approved $28,000 for parking and mobility advertisements with Grand Rapids Griffins

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville Corridor Improvement Authority will consider approving a facade improvement program project. The board will also hear a presentation from IFF and discuss the 2023 meeting schedule and board officer elections.

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13, 2022 meeting. Members also voted to withdraw a current facade application from the Facade Improvement Program Project. The meeting included a presentation on IFF's community development services.

• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of South Division-Grandville Facade Improvement Program project application (Unanimous)

City Commission - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Grand Rapids City Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, roll call, a workshop, public comment, and adjournment. No ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or other actionable items are listed for discussion or decision.

The City Commission held a special meeting for a workshop focused on city finances, strategy, and priority topics. No substantive legislative decisions or votes were recorded.

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will hold public hearings on several special land use requests, including a major mixed-use development at 13 McConnell SW that would allow a 10-story building with a microbrewery, food hall, and entertainment uses. Also up for review are two community centers proposed by the Grand Rapids Dream Center in single-family homes, a surface parking lot expansion for Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing, and an electronic message sign for a church.

• 13 McConnell SW: Optional plan review for a 10-story building with microbrewery, food hall, entertainment, and alcohol sales
• 1025 Oakdale St SE: Special land use to establish a community center in a single-family home
• 1026 Lafayette Ave SE: Special land use to establish a community center in a single-family home
• 259 Front St SW: Special land use to create a 51-space surface parking lot for Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing
• 1027 Leonard St NE: Special land use for an electronic message center sign at a church

The Planning Commission approved a 10-story residential and commercial development at 13 McConnell St SW and authorized two community centers in residential zones. A new surface parking lot for pharmaceutical manufacturing and a church electronic sign were also approved. One extension request for a two-family home was granted.

• Approved 10-story mixed-use building with 432 units and alcohol use at 13 McConnell St SW (Unanimous)
• Approved community center at 1025 Oakdale St SE with conditions including a formal 16-space parking agreement (7-2)
• Approved community center at 1026 Lafayette Ave SE with conditions including 16 secured parking spaces (6-3)
• Approved 51-space surface parking lot at 259 Front St SW (8-0)
• Approved electronic message center at 1027 Leonard St NE with a 10 ft setback (Unanimous)
• Granted six-month extension for two-family home at 362 & 366 Indiana Ave SW (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 27, 2022 (Unanimous)

Michigan St. Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider a recommendation for a Development Area Liquor License for Kaffeine Inc. located at 637 Michigan Street NE. The board will also review financial statements, a campaign report on ArtPrize Poutine Week, and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Request to recommend a Development Area Liquor License for Kaffeine Inc. at 637 Michigan Street NE
• Interim Financial Statements as of September 30, 2022
• ArtPrize Poutine Week Campaign Report
• 2023 Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority Agenda Schedule

The Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority approved interim financial statements and recommended a liquor license for a business on Michigan Street NE. The board also discussed changing its monthly meeting schedule.

• Approved interim financial statements as of September 30, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Recommended Development Area Liquor License for Kaffeine Inc. at 637 Michigan Street NE (4-0)
• Tabled approval of August 10, 2022 minutes

SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority - Regular Meeting

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority will consider an update on a marketing and communications RFP, review financial statements for October 2022, and hear reports on Tech Week GR and SmartZone operators. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• Update on marketing/communications RFP
• Interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022
• Tech Week GR report
• SmartZone operators quarterly report

The board approved the creation of a review committee to evaluate proposals for a strategic marketing and communications partner. The board also accepted the September meeting minutes and October financial statements.

• Approved creation of a Review Committee to evaluate marketing/communications RFP proposals (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 14, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statements as of October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)

Civil Service Board - Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Board will consider approving new job classifications for a Fire Captain and a Fire Lieutenant assigned to the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT), as well as revised classifications for Fire Chief and Utility Financial Officer. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and personnel transactions. Public comment will be heard for items on the agenda.

• New Fire Captain – Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) Classification
• New Fire Lieutenant – Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) Classification
• Revised Fire Chief Classification
• Revised Utility Financial Officer Classification
• Approval of Personnel Transactions (Eligible List, Entering Service, Personnel Change, Leaving Service, Disciplines)

Westside Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority will consider approving Business Improvement Program applications and a letter of support for Indigo Design + Development. The board will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule and elect officers for the coming year.

• Business Improvement Program applications requiring board approval
• Letter of Support for Indigo Design + Development
• Review of 2023 meeting schedule
• Election of 2023 board officers

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority approved two business improvement grants for a single address and a letter of support for a development project. The board also approved the minutes from the October 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from October 7, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved two Business Improvement Program Applications for 736 Leonard St. for $10,000 each (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Indigo Design’s development plans at 260 Leonard St NW (Unanimous)

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The Mobile GR Commission will vote on adopting its 2023 meeting schedule and receive updates on DASH survey results, project progress, and priority work items. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or financial actions listed.

• Resolution to adopt the 2023 Mobile GR Commission Schedule
• Discussion of DASH survey results
• Update on plan progress and priority work items for Mobile GR

The Commission unanimously approved the 2023 meeting schedule. Members also discussed DASH survey results, plan progress, and the Wedge Lot project.

• Approved minutes from October 6, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt the 2023 Mobile GR Commission Schedule (Unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority will vote on four action items: an advertising strategy funding request, a holiday decor funding request, a computer and IT proposal, and a consulting agreement for the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council Mapping Project. The board will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule and elect board officers. All action items require a motion to approve.

• Advertising Strategy Funding Request
• Holiday Decor Funding Request
• Computer and IT Proposal
• Consulting Agreement for Grand Valley Metropolitan Council Mapping Project
• 2023 Board Officers Election

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority approved several funding requests for district operations and events. The board also authorized the hiring of a consultant for a property mapping project funded by an MEDC grant.

• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Financial Statement C (Unanimous)
• Approved Advertising Strategy Funding Request for Shop Hop Event not to exceed $31,735 (Unanimous)
• Approved Holiday Décor Funding Request not to exceed $6,255 (Unanimous)
• Approved Computer and IT Proposal for equipment and services not to exceed $11,100 (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring a consultant for Grand Valley Metropolitan Council Mapping Project not to exceed $5,000 (Unanimous)

Uptown Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting

The Uptown Business Improvement District Board will vote on a 2023 Landscaping Maintenance Request for Proposals. The board will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule and elect board officers for the coming year.

• 2023 Landscaping Maintenance Request for Proposals (vote required)
• Review of the 2023 Meeting Schedule
• 2023 Board Officers Election

The board approved the Request for Proposals for 2023 landscaping maintenance, which will be an 18-month contract to align with the fiscal year. The board also accepted the October 5, 2022 minutes and approved financial statements as of September 30, 2022.

• Approved 2023 Landscaping Maintenance Request for Proposals (Unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statements as of September 30, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2022 (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Grand Rapids Historic Preservation Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: expanding a parking lot at 223 Washington SE in the Heritage Hill Historic District and replacing skylights at 11 Ionia SW in the Heartside Historic District. The commission will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule, elect officers, and hold an informal discussion on security gates.

• 223 Washington SE - request to expand parking lot in Heritage Hill Historic District
• 11 Ionia SW - request to replace skylights in Heartside Historic District
• Discussion of 2023 HPC meeting schedule and election of officers
• Informal discussion on security gates

The Commission approved a parking lot expansion for the City’s Archive and Research Center and the replacement of skylights at 11 Ionia SW. A proposal for parking lot screening was tabled for further review. The board also adopted the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved parking lot expansion at 223 Washington SE (Unanimous)
• Tabled proposed screening for 223 Washington SE (Unanimous)
• Approved replacement of two skylights with one larger skylight at 11 Ionia SW (Unanimous)
• Approved 20 certificates of appropriateness issued by staff (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. DeMaagd-Rodriguez as Chair for the meeting (Unanimous)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will receive an update on amending the membership of the Vital Streets Oversight Commission and discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies. No votes or final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Update on amending the membership of the Vital Streets Oversight Commission
• Discussion of current board/commission vacancy list

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee will consider several resolutions, including accepting a $583,044 federal grant for regional catastrophic preparedness, authorizing $80,000 for forestry work with Friends of Grand Rapids Parks, and approving a $119,869 budget substitution for traffic signal upgrades. The committee will also vote on conditional tax exemptions for Academy Manor Senior Residences and a $500,000 state grant for housing energy efficiency.

• Resolution accepting $583,044 from DHS for Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program
• Resolution authorizing $80,000 agreement with Friends of Grand Rapids Parks for forestry work
• Resolution authorizing $119,869.14 budget substitution for traffic signal upgrades at Hall St SW and Sheridan Ave SW
• Resolution authorizing conditional PILOT tax exemption for Academy Manor Senior Residences (Unit 1 - 9% and Unit 3 - 4%)
• Resolution accepting $500,000 MI-HOPE grant from Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee will consider resolutions for fireworks permits at Van Andel Arena, the sale of two city-owned properties, and a $653,260 contract for Veterans Memorial Park improvements. They will also schedule public hearings for two brownfield plan amendments.

• Resolution approving fireworks permits for Koe Wetzel Band (Nov 19) and Five Finger Death Punch (Nov 9) concerts
• Resolution authorizing sale of 19 Quimby Street NE and 108 Withey Street SE per City Commission Policy 900-63
• Resolution scheduling Nov 15 hearing for Boston Square Community Hub brownfield amendment at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE
• Resolution scheduling Nov 15 hearing for United Methodist Community House brownfield amendment at 900 Division Ave S
• Resolution awarding $653,260 contract (not-to-exceed $896,000) to Pride Builders Group LLC for Veterans Memorial Park improvements

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances regarding salaries for non-represented, executive, and appointed employees. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2023 and updates on DASH services and the City Strategic Plan.

• Liquor license request for Nagoya Japanese Restaurant at 16 Monroe Center St NE, Suite 200
• Compensation and fringe benefits changes for non-represented employees
• Salary Ordinance for Non-Represented and Executive Employees
• Salary Ordinance for Appointed Officials
• Amendment No. 6 to the Budget Ordinance 2022-13 for Fiscal Year 2023

City Commission - Regular Session

The Grand Rapids City Commission will consider a consent agenda including a $583,044 federal grant for catastrophic preparedness, a $653,260 contract for Veterans Memorial Park building improvements, and a $500,000 state housing energy-efficiency grant. Commissioners will also vote on ordinances to rezone 16 Griggs Street SW and approve a major amendment to the Gateway at Belknap development for 14 residential units. Several resignations from city boards and communications on noise and climate funding are noted for receipt.

• Resolution accepting $583,044 from DHS for the FY2022 Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program
• Resolution awarding contract with Pride Builders Group LLC for Veterans Memorial Park building improvements for $653,260 (not-to-exceed $896,000)
• Resolution accepting $500,000 MI-HOPE grant from Michigan State Housing Development Authority for energy efficiency
• Consideration of rezoning 16 Griggs Street SW to TN-TBA zone district
• Consideration of major amendment to Gateway at Belknap SD-PRD to build 14 residential units at 201 Hastings St NE

The Commission adopted ordinances fixing salary ranges for non-represented management and appointed officials through 2024. New employee benefits include increased bereavement leave, higher pension contributions, and the addition of Juneteenth as a paid holiday.

• Approved wage increases of 5.0% (July 2022), 3.0% (July 2023), and 2.0% (July 2024)
• Approved $1,000 non-pensionable payment to each employee by December 2022
• Approved property tax exemptions for Academy Manor Senior Residences (Units 1 and 3)
• Approved $896,000 for Veterans Memorial Park Building improvements
• Approved rezoning of 16 Griggs Street SW to Traditional Business Area (TN-TBA)
• Approved conversion of commercial spaces to 14 residential units at 201 Hastings St NE and 525 Clancy Ave NE
• Approved $500,000 MI-HOPE grant for energy efficiency
• Approved $583,044 Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant with a $20,000 city match

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several special land use and planning requests, including a proposed 10-story mixed-use building with a microbrewery at 13 McConnell St SW, a 24-hour gas station with alcohol sales at 3325 Plainfield Ave NE, an electronic message sign for a church at 2250 Tecumseh Dr SE, a residential rehab facility at 1256 Walker Ave NW, and an amendment to a cannabis retailer's approval at 1109 Michigan St NE. Staff have recommended postponement on three of the five public hearing items. The meeting begins at 1:00 p.m. in City Commission Chambers.

• 13 McConnell St SW — Optional Plan Review for a new 10-story building with a microbrewery, distillery, food hall, and alcohol sales (request to postpone)
• 3325 Plainfield Ave NE — Special Land Use for a 24-hour Kum & Go gas station with beer and wine sales (request to postpone)
• 2255 Tecumseh Dr SE — Special Land Use for an electronic message center sign at Shawnee Park Christian Reformed Church in a residential zone
• 1256 Walker Ave NW — Special Land Use to operate a residential rehabilitation facility in a low-density residential zone
• 1109 Michigan St NE — Amendment to approved cannabis retailer to remove a cross-access requirement to Fuller Avenue (request to postpone)

The Commission approved a residential rehabilitation facility for women and an electronic sign for a church. Three other development projects were tabled pending further analysis.

• Approved residential rehabilitation facility at 1256 Walker Ave NW with conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved electronic message center for Shawnee Park Christian Reformed Church at 2255 Tecumseh Dr SE with conditions (Unanimous)
• Granted six-month extension for Special Land Use approval at 555 Leonard St NW and Gezon NW (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled 13 McConnell SW project until 11/10/2022 for traffic study (Unanimous)
• Tabled 3325 Plainfield Ave NE gas station request until 12/08/2022 for traffic study (Unanimous)
• Tabled cannabis retailer amendment at 1109 Michigan St NE until 12/08/2022 for access analysis (Unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider resolutions for four redevelopment projects, including amendments and grant agreements for the United Methodist Community House and Boston Square Community Hub, as well as work plans and agreements for the 900 Cesar E. Chavez and Lofts on Grove projects. The board will also vote on a budget amendment and receive a report on the Local Brownfield Revolving Fund. These actions support brownfield cleanup and redevelopment in Grand Rapids.

• Resolution for Brownfield Plan Amendment and Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement for United Methodist Community House at 900 Division Ave S
• Resolution for Brownfield Plan Amendment and Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement for Boston Square Community Hub at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE
• Resolution for Act 381 Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for 900 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW
• Resolution for Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for Lofts on Grove
• FY2023 Budget Amendment Request

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved plan amendments and grant agreements for two community projects and authorized development agreements for two other redevelopment sites. The board also approved an amendment to the FY2023 budget.

• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment and Grant Agreement for United Methodist Community House at 900 Division Ave S (7-0)
• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment and Grant Agreement for Boston Square Community Hub at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE (Unanimous)
• Approved Act 381 Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for 900 Cesar E. Chavez Property, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Act 381 Work Plan and Development and Reimbursement Agreement for Lofts on Grove (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 Budget Amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation will consider a budget amendment request for FY2023. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and public comment.

• FY2023 Budget Amendment Request (Jonathan Klooster)

The Economic Development Corporation approved a budget amendment request for fiscal year 2023. The board also approved the excused absences of two members and the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting.

• Approved FY2023 Budget Amendment Request (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved excused absences of Kristine Bersche and Commissioner Nathaniel Moody (Unanimous)

Board of Election Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public accuracy test for the November 8, 2022 general election. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, public comments, and commissioner comments before adjournment.

• November 8, 2022 General Public Accuracy Test

The Board of Election Commissioners conducted a Public Accuracy Test. Precincts 5, 33, and 61 were randomly selected for testing, with one precinct chosen per ward.

• Conducted Public Accuracy Test for precincts 5, 33, and 61

Stormwater Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Oversight Commission will discuss the capital budget, the Stormwater Vulnerability Report, and proposed bylaws changes. They will also consider membership renewal and receive reports on asset management, public education, and water quality.

• Discussion of capital budget
• Review of Stormwater Vulnerability Report
• Proposed bylaws changes to replace technical reference manual with Stormwater Standards Manual
• Membership renewal discussion
• Asset management report on sewer cleaning and catch basin maintenance

Stormwater Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Oversight Commission approved two bylaw changes updating references to the Stormwater Standards Manual and adding 'as updated' to asset management plan references. The commission also discussed proposed changes to maintenance goals, including a 5-year rotating schedule for catch basin cleaning and a 12-year televising rotation for the entire storm sewer system, which staff said would not negatively impact the budget. No formal vote was taken on the maintenance goal changes.

• Approved bylaw changes updating 'Technical Reference Manual' to 'Stormwater Standards Manual' and adding 'as updated' to plan references (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for October 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for December 19, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a use variance request to convert an existing building at 975 Ottawa Ave NW into a self-storage facility with ground-floor commercial space, which is not permitted in the current TN-CC zone. The board will also adopt the 2023 meeting schedule and elect officers.

• Public hearing on use variance P-BZA-2022-0005 to allow self-storage at 975 Ottawa Ave NW (1.06 acres, TN-CC zone)
• Adoption of 2023 BZA meeting schedule
• Election of board officers

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously tabled a use variance request to convert a building at 975 Ottawa Ave NW into a self-storage facility, postponing the public hearing to November 17, 2022. Staff and the applicant agreed additional time was needed to review information about a vacated right-of-way affecting the proposal. The board also approved minutes from May 19, 2022, adopted the 2023 meeting schedule, and reappointed Ms. Rabaut as Chair.

• Tabled use variance for self-storage at 975 Ottawa Ave NW to November 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 BZA meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Reappointed Ms. Rabaut as Chair (unanimous)

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Creston Neighborhood Corridor Improvement Authority will consider a sponsorship request for Lights on Creston and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also review interim financial statements and receive committee reports.

• Sponsorship Request for Lights on Creston
• Approval of Minutes from September 15, 2022
• Interim Financial Statements as of September 30, 2022

The board unanimously approved a sponsorship request for the Lights on Creston event, not to exceed $10,500, with funds reallocated from other budget lines. They also approved the minutes from September 15, 2022, and interim financial statements for July-September 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved financial statement C for expenses July 1-September 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,500 sponsorship for Lights on Creston event (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution approving a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the $24 million Lofts on Grove redevelopment at 1329 and 1359 Plainfield Avenue NE and 136 Grove Place NE. Also on the agenda are a collective bargaining agreement with the fire fighters union, a related salary ordinance, and a budget ordinance amendment. Briefings include an update from The Rapid and participatory budgeting voting results.

• Brownfield Plan Amendment for $24M Lofts on Grove redevelopment at 1329/1359 Plainfield Ave NE and 136 Grove Pl NE
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters
• Salary Ordinance for Grand Rapids Fire Fighters Union, IAFF Local 366
• Ordinance amending Budget Ordinance 2022-13 for Fiscal Year 2023 (Amendment No. 5)
• Briefing: Update on Participatory Budget Voting Results

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from the Grand Rapids Fire Department, Police Department, and the Executive Office regarding additional public safety work. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda.

• Update from the Grand Rapids Fire Department
• Update from the Grand Rapids Police Department
• Update from the Executive Office on additional public safety work

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission will consider a consent agenda including a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the $24 million Lofts on Grove redevelopment, a collective bargaining agreement with the fire fighters union, and several grant acceptances and contracts. Separate public hearings are scheduled for a Brownfield Plan Amendment and a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for the 280 Ann Street NW project. The meeting also includes a rezoning ordinance for 101, 119 & 135 Garden Street SE and budget amendments.

• Resolution approving a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the $24 million Lofts on Grove redevelopment at 1329 and 1359 Plainfield Avenue NE and 1367 Grove Place NE
• Resolution approving Collective Bargaining Agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters
• Resolution accepting a $118,894 FEMA grant for firefighter equipment with a $11,889 local match
• Resolution authorizing a $200,000 agreement with Mel Trotter Ministries for personal storage program operations
• Public hearing to consider a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 280 Ann, LLC Redevelopment Project at 280 Ann Street NW

The City Commission approved a new labor agreement with the Grand Rapids Fire Fighters Union (IAFF Local 366) including a 6% wage increase effective July 1, 2022, and 1% increases in 2023 and 2024. The commission also adopted a budget amendment adding $812,690 to the General Operating Fund for fire department costs, and approved a $25 million bond authorization for sanitary sewer system improvements.

• Approved firefighter union contract with 6% wage increase effective July 1, 2022, and 1% increases in 2023 and 2024 (7-0)
• Adopted budget amendment adding $812,690 to General Operating Fund for fire department costs (7-0)
• Authorized up to $25 million in revenue bonds for sanitary sewer system improvements
• Approved rezoning of 101, 119 & 135 Garden Street SE to Planned Redevelopment District for mixed-use development (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Epic Productions for police digital recruitment services
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Mel Trotter Ministries for personal storage program
• Approved tax exemption for The Avenue Apartments at 1300 Madison Avenue SE for low-income housing
• Approved special assessment district for Crescent Street Alley improvements ($138,575 total)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will vote on three resolutions: confirming Salim Al-Shatel to the City Planning Commission, approving Patricia Gelderloos to the Income Tax Board of Review, and appointing members to the 2022-2023 Mayor's Youth Council. The committee will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Resolution confirming Salim Al-Shatel to the City Planning Commission
• Resolution approving Patricia Gelderloos to the Income Tax Board of Review
• Resolution for 2022-2023 Mayor's Youth Council appointments
• Discussion of current board/commission vacancy list

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee will consider several resolutions including accepting a $118,894 FEMA fire equipment grant with a $11,889 local match, a $111,000 state election security grant, a $200,000 digital recruiting platform contract, a $32,000 community survey contract renewal, a $330,000 contract extension for bus stop and park services, a tax exemption for Avenue Apartments, and a $200,000 personal storage program with Mel Trotter Ministries. The committee will also discuss a notice of intent to issue sanitary sewer revenue bonds and a budget amendment.

• Resolution accepting $118,894 FEMA/DHS fire equipment grant with $11,889 local match
• Resolution accepting $111,000 state election security grant
• Resolution authorizing $200,000 digital recruiting platform contract with Epic Productions of Phoenix, LLC
• Resolution authorizing $330,000 contract extension with Next Step of West Michigan for bus stop and restroom services
• Resolution authorizing conditional tax exemption and PILOT for Avenue Apartments

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee will consider several resolutions including a $653,260 contract (up to $896,000) for Veterans Memorial Park building improvements, a $391,794 contract for LMFP Gallery Filter Windows, and a $276,800 increase for the Eastside Trunk Sewer project. Other items include setting a rezoning hearing for 16 Griggs Street SW, approving a major amendment for 14 residential units at 201 Hastings St NE, and establishing a special assessment district for Crescent Street Alley improvements.

• Resolution awarding contract with Pride Builders Group LLC for Veterans Memorial Park Building improvements — $653,260, total not-to-exceed $896,000
• Resolution awarding contract with EV Construction Co for LMFP Filter Gallery Windows — $391,794, total not-to-exceed $517,435
• Resolution approving $276,800 increase for Water Main on Eastside Trunk Sewer Relocation (Contract No. 1), total not-to-exceed $11,887,400
• Resolution setting date to consider rezoning 16 Griggs Street SW to TN-TBA (Traditional Neighborhood-Traditional Business Area) Zone District
• Resolution setting date to consider Major Amendment to Gateway at Belknap SD-PRD for 14 residential units instead of commercial space at 201 Hastings St NE and 525 Clancy Ave NE

Board of Election Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Election Commission will vote on three resolutions: appointing election inspectors, designating Receiving Board team members, and designating Absentee Voter Processing Board team members for the November 8, 2022 General Election. The meeting includes public comment periods on agenda items and general comments.

• Resolution to appoint Election Inspectors for the November 8, 2022 General Election
• Resolution to designate Receiving Board Team Members
• Resolution to designate Absentee Voter Processing Board Team Members

The Board of Election Commissioners unanimously approved four resolutions: appointing election inspectors, and designating Receiving Board, Absentee Voting Processing Board, and Absentee Voting Pre-Processing Board team members for the November 8, 2022, General Election. All votes were 3-0.

• Appointed Election Inspectors for Nov. 8, 2022 General Election (3-0)
• Designated Receiving Board Team members for Nov. 8, 2022 General Election (3-0)
• Designated Absentee Voting Processing Board Team members for Nov. 8, 2022 General Election (3-0)
• Designated Absentee Voting Pre-Processing Board Team members for Nov. 8, 2022 General Election (3-0)

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville CIA board will consider three action items: a facade improvement program project, a funding request for a holiday tree lighting event, and evaluation criteria for property acquisition. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and interim financial statements.

• South Division-Grandville Facade Improvement Program Project (motion required)
• Southwest Business Association Holiday Tree Light Event Funding Request (motion required)
• South Division-Grandville CIA Property Acquisition Evaluation Criteria (motion required)
• Interim Financial Statements as of September 30, 2022 (motion required)
• Approval of Minutes from September 8, 2022 (motion required)

The board unanimously approved a $15,000 facade improvement grant for 2249 Division Ave. S and a $4,000 holiday tree lighting event funding request from the Southwest Business Association. They also approved property acquisition criteria with a condition to add a property management plan section. Minutes from September 8, 2022, and interim financial statements were accepted.

• Approved minutes from September 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved interim financial statement C for July 1–September 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 facade improvement grant for 2249 Division Ave. S (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 holiday tree lighting event funding for Southwest Business Association (unanimous)
• Approved property acquisition criteria with condition to add property management plan section (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Grand Rapids Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to amend an approved cannabis retailer's special land use to remove a cross-access condition, and will also discuss a new cocktail bar application and an outdoor seating request that has been withdrawn.

• 1109 Michigan St NE - Amendment to remove cross-access condition for cannabis retailer (Agenda item B)
• 445 Bridge St NW - Approval for a new cocktail bar (Agenda item C)
• 158 W Fulton St / 25 Ottawa Ave SW - Outdoor seating request withdrawn by applicant (Agenda item D)

The commission approved a Special Land Use request for a cocktail bar at 445 Bridge St NW Unit 2, with conditions including hours of operation and live entertainment restrictions. A cannabis retailer amendment at 1109 Michigan St NE was tabled to the next meeting. The commission also granted a 6-month extension for a planning review at 440 Grandville Ave SW.

• Approved cocktail bar at 445 Bridge St NW Unit 2 with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled cannabis retailer amendment at 1109 Michigan St NE to Oct 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month extension for Optional Plan Review at 440 Grandville Ave SW (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from Sept 22, 2022 (unanimous)

Westside Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to review a Business Improvement Program application. The body will also examine interim financial statements as of August 31, 2022, and receive a report from the Design Committee.

• Business Improvement Program Application
• Interim Financial Statements as of August 31, 2022
• CIA/BID Roundtable Event on October 25

The board unanimously denied a Business Improvement Program grant request for a dumpster enclosure at 619 Leonard St. NW, citing that the project did not fit the current facade program scope. Minutes from August 5, 2022 were approved unanimously. Interim financial statements were discussed but not voted on. Several public comments were heard regarding future agenda items.

• Denied facade program grant for 619 Leonard St. NW (0-5)
• Approved minutes from August 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will discuss the City Performance Report and provide updates on plan progress and priority work items. The meeting also includes October 2022 project updates.

• City Performance Report
• Plan Progress and Priority Work Items for Mobile GR
• October 2022 Project Updates

The Mobile GR Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 1, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of discussions on a city performance report and an update on plan progress and priority work items, with commissioners tasked to submit ranked priorities for the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Uptown Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting

The Uptown Business Improvement District will meet to review financial statements and a service agreement with the City of Grand Rapids. The board will also review the Uptown BID Procurement Policy.

• Uptown Grand Rapids, Inc Service Agreement with the City of Grand Rapids
• Interim Financial Statements as of August 31, 2022
• Uptown BID Procurement Policy Review
• CIA/BID Roundtable Event on October 25

The board unanimously approved a service agreement between Uptown Grand Rapids Inc. and the City of Grand Rapids on behalf of the Uptown Business Improvement District. The agreement updates interpretation to align with new BID policy and gives UGRI authority to contract and subcontract on the BID's behalf. The board also unanimously approved the August 31, 2022 financial statements and the September 7, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved [UNANIMOUS] the UGRI Service Agreement with the City of Grand Rapids on behalf of the Uptown BID.
• Approved [UNANIMOUS] the interim financial statements as of August 31, 2022.
• Approved [UNANIMOUS] the minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for alterations to properties in the Heritage Hill, Heartside, and Cherry Hill historic districts. The body will consider requests ranging from signage to structural additions.

• 543 Wealthy SE: request to infill rear basement opening with CMU
• 25 S Division: request for upper level signage
• 407 College SE: request to reconstruct porch
• 341 Charles SE: request for rear addition, rear deck, door, and repairs

The Historic Preservation Commission denied a request for upper-level signage on the McMullen Building at 25 S Division (4-1), approved with conditions the reconstruction of a pergola porch at 407 College SE, approved with conditions a rear addition and deck at 341 Charles SE, and approved infilling a basement window at 543 Wealthy SE. All decisions were based on preservation guidelines and Secretary of Interior Standards.

• Denied upper-level signage at 25 S Division (4-1)
• Approved with conditions porch reconstruction at 407 College SE (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions rear addition and deck at 341 Charles SE (unanimous)
• Approved basement window infill at 543 Wealthy SE (4-0, one recused)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will meet to confirm three individuals appointed by Mayor Bliss to city boards. The committee will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Appointment of Jason Osbourn to the Grand Rapids Police Civilian Appeals Board
• Appointment of Gary Mulder to the Grand Rapids Police Civilian Appeals Board
• Appointment of Bill DeJong to the Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several resolutions to authorize spending and accept grant funding. Key items include a large federal grant for fire and emergency response and multiple professional service agreements.

• Acceptance of FEMA and DHS SAFER Grant in the amount of $2,862,128.00
• Agreement with Tetra Tech for technical and support services for $395,000
• Agreement with National Civic League for $99,790 for police practice reform feedback
• HUD supplemental award of $169,393.01 in Emergency Solutions Grants Coronavirus funds
• Advertisement with Grand Rapids Griffins for $29,767 on behalf of Mobile GR

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and zoning requests. The body is deciding on funding for road and sewer projects and scheduling future hearings for redevelopment plans.

• Authorization of $2,247,723 for local share of Eastern Avenue improvements from 44th Street to 28th Street
• Contract with Wyoming Excavators, Inc for $563,280 for Cherry, Garfield and Midtown Green Parks
• Proposed rezoning of 101, 119 & 135 Garden Street SE for mixed-use development and 16 homes
• Agreement with MDOT for a $660,000 Traffic Management Operations Center grant
• Project cost increase of $302,000 for Eastside Trunk Sewer Project relocation

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review collective bargaining agreements and salary ordinances for city employees. The body is also considering several liquor license requests and the designation of social districts. Additionally, the meeting includes a budget ordinance amendment and a project update on participatory budgeting.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Ordinance for Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union
• Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Ordinance for Association of Public Administrators
• Liquor license requests for 1919 Boston St SE and 55 Monroe Center St NW, Suite 2
• Designation of Social Districts for alcoholic beverage consumption per Public Act 124 of 2020
• Amendment No. 3 to Budget Ordinance 2022-13 for Fiscal Year 2023

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission is deciding on several high-value contracts, grant acceptances, and collective bargaining agreements. The body will also hold public hearings regarding redevelopment projects on Plainfield Avenue NE.

• Acceptance of a $2,862,128.00 FEMA and DHS SAFER Grant for fire and emergency response
• Authorization of $2,247,723 for local share of Eastern Avenue improvements from 44th to 28th Street
• Approval of a $395,000 agreement with Tetra Tech for technical and support services
• Public hearings for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone and Brownfield Plan for Lofts on Grove at 1359 and 1329 Plainfield Avenue NE
• Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union and the Association of Public Administrators

The City Commission approved new labor agreements with the Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union (GREIU) and the Association of Public Administrators of Grand Rapids (APAGR), including wage increases of 5% in 2022, 3% in 2023, and 2% (GREIU) or 1% (APAGR) in 2024, plus a $1,000 signing bonus. The contracts add Juneteenth as a paid holiday, increase parental leave to two weeks, and create retention pay steps based on years of service. The Commission also adopted the corresponding salary ordinances (2022-32 and 2022-33) and a budget amendment (2022-34) to fund the changes.

• Approved labor agreements with GREIU and APAGR including wage increases, Juneteenth holiday, parental leave expansion, and retention pay.
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-32 fixing salaries for GREIU-represented employees effective September 2, 2022.
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-33 fixing salaries for APAGR-represented employees effective September 7, 2022.
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-34 amending the FY2023 budget to fund the labor agreements and other adjustments.
• Approved a $2.86 million FEMA SAFER grant for the Fire Department.
• Approved a $169,393 federal grant for Emergency Solutions Grants Coronavirus (ESG-CV) funds.
• Approved a $50,000 settlement in Billie Barrone v. City of Grand Rapids and a $20,000 settlement in Schanieke Ford v. City of Grand Rapids.
• Designated East Fulton and East Hills Social Districts for outdoor alcohol consumption.

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review financial statements and tax reimbursements. The body will consider a plan amendment for a specific redevelopment project and review an environmental grant program report.

• Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 280 Ann, LLC Redevelopment Project at 280 Ann Street NW
• FY2023 Brownfield Tax Increment Reimbursements
• Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program Activity Report as of September 2022
• Interim FY2023 Financial Statements as of August 31, 2022

The board unanimously approved $11,051,184 in FY2023 brownfield tax increment reimbursements to developers. They also approved a brownfield plan amendment for the 280 Ann Street project, increasing residential units from 40 to 44. Additionally, they approved the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program report for up to $16,800 and the FY2023 interim financial statements.

• Approved FY2023 brownfield tax increment reimbursements totaling $11,051,184 (unanimous)
• Approved brownfield plan amendment for 280 Ann Street LLC project, increasing units to 44 (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program report for up to $16,800 (unanimous)
• Approved interim FY2023 financial statements as of August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absences for three members approved (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation is meeting to approve minutes from August 24, 2022, and review interim FY2023 financial statements as of August 31, 2022. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of August 24, 2022 minutes
• Review of Interim FY2023 Financial Statements as of August 31, 2022

The Grand Rapids Economic Development Corporation met on September 28, 2022, and unanimously approved three routine items: excused absences for three members, minutes from the August 24 meeting, and the interim FY2023 financial statements as of August 31. No other business or public comment was conducted.

• Approved excused absences for Lynn Rabaut, Daniel Barcheski, and John VanFossen (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved interim FY2023 financial statements as of August 31, 2022 (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission is holding public hearings to decide on special land uses, a zone change, and a planned redevelopment district amendment. These items include requests for extended bar hours, setback reductions for housing, and changing commercial space to residential units.

• 507 Bridge St NW: Request for bar with outdoor seating to be open until 2:00 a.m.
• 3599 Camelot Dr SE: Request to reduce natural features setback from 75' to 25' for an 18-unit residential development
• 16 Griggs St SW: Request to rezone from Traditional Neighborhood Low-Density Residential to Traditional Business Area
• 201 Hastings St NE and 525 Clancy Ave NE: Request to replace ground floor commercial space with dwelling units
• Adoption of 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

The Planning Commission approved a Special Land Use request for Gin Gin Lounge, LLC to operate a bar with outdoor seating and extended hours at 507 Bridge St NW. The approval includes conditions limiting outdoor hours to 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and midnight Friday-Saturday, with amplified music reduced by 10 p.m. daily. The commission also approved a natural features setback reduction for an 18-unit residential development at 3599 Camelot Dr SE, recommended a zone change at 16 Griggs St SW, and recommended a PRD amendment to convert ground-floor commercial to residential at 201 Hastings St NE.

• Approved Special Land Use for bar with outdoor seating at 507 Bridge St NW with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved natural features setback reduction to ~25 ft for 18-unit development at 3599 Camelot Dr SE (unanimous)
• Recommended zone change from TN-LDR to TN-TBA at 16 Griggs St SW to City Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended PRD amendment to convert commercial to 14 residential units at 201 Hastings St NE to City Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Planning Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Elected Kyle Van Strien as Chair, Rick Rozeboom as Vice-chair, Laurel Joseph as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 25 and September 8, 2022 (unanimous)

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review the August 18, 2022, meeting minutes and consider a memorandum of understanding with the Creston Neighborhood Association. The agenda also includes an economic development overview of the North Quarter and committee reports.

• Creston Neighborhood Association Corridor Management Memorandum of Understanding

The board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with the Creston Neighborhood Association for corridor management, not to exceed $28,000. The Economic Development and Planning directors provided an overview of tools to attract investment, including a forthcoming city master plan with a Creston sub-area plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 18, 2022 (5-0, Kloostra absent)
• Approved $28,000 MOU with Creston Neighborhood Association for corridor management (6-0)

SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority - Regular Meeting

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority is meeting to review interim financial statements and approve minutes. The body will decide on a grant agreement amendment with the Michigan Strategic Fund and the appropriation of funds for marketing and communications.

• Second Amendment to Restated Grant Agreement with Michigan Strategic Fund
• Appropriation of Funds for SmartZone Marketing and Communications
• Interim Financial Statements as of June 30 and August 31, 2022
• Spartan Innovations 2022 Conquer Accelerator Update

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority approved interim financial statements for August and preliminary statements for June, both unanimously. They also approved a second amendment to a grant agreement with the Michigan Strategic Fund and allocated funds for marketing and communications. A presentation on the Spartan Innovations Conquer Accelerator was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Approved interim financial statements as of August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved second amendment to grant agreement with Michigan Strategic Fund (unanimous)
• Approved appropriation of funds for SmartZone marketing and communications (unanimous)

Civil Service Board - Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve personnel reports and a revised classification for the Performance and Management Reporting Specialist. The board will also receive reports on exit interviews, diversity, and police recruitment.

• Approval of personnel transactions including eligible list, entering service, personnel change, and leaving service reports
• Review of disciplines
• Revised Performance and Management Reporting Specialist classification
• Exit Interview Survey Results presented by Mike Oosterbaan
• Police Recruitment Update from GRPD

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville CIA is meeting to vote on several funding requests for district improvements and sponsorships. The body will also receive updates on the Mobile GR CDBG Bike Project.

• Additional Banner Funding Request
• Pedestrian Safety Marketing Funding Request
• Trash Can Installation Funding Request
• Burton Heights Business Association Sign Renovation Request
• Grandmas to the Rescue Sponsorship Request

The South Division-Grandville Corridor Improvement Authority approved five funding requests: an additional $4,500 for banners (total not to exceed $16,363), $5,000 for pedestrian safety marketing (with conditions), $4,000 for trash can installation, $12,000 for the Burton Heights Business Association sign renovation (increased from $10,000), and $1,000 for Grandmas to the Rescue sponsorship. All motions passed unanimously, except the sponsorship which passed 6-0 with one recusal. Minutes from July 14, 2022 were approved as amended.

• Approved additional banner funding of $4,500 (total not to exceed $16,363) (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 pedestrian safety marketing with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 trash can installation funding (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 for Burton Heights sign renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Grandmas to the Rescue sponsorship (6-0, one recusal)
• Approved July 14, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission is holding public hearings to consider three land use requests. These include two residential development projects and one request for an electronic sign.

• 2550 Eastern Ave SE: Proposal to rehabilitate and expand a vacant building into a 27-unit multiple-family development
• 101, 119 & 135 Garden St SE: Request to rezone to Planned Redevelopment District for 16 detached homes, 10 apartments, and a community resource center
• 1050 Fuller Ave NE: Request to install a new ground sign with an electronic message center

The Planning Commission approved a Special Land Use request to rehabilitate a vacant school building into 27 condominium units, with 14 priced affordably for low-income households. The project includes a two-story addition, 37 parking spaces, and conditions to close one Nevada Street curb cut to through traffic. The Commission also recommended City Commission approval of a Planned Redevelopment District for 16 tiny homes and 10 apartments at 101-135 Garden St SE, and approved an electronic message center sign for Life EMS at 1050 Fuller Ave NE.

• Approved 27-unit multiple-family development at 2550 Eastern Ave SE (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Commission rezoning for 16 tiny homes and 10 apartments at 101-135 Garden St SE (unanimous)
• Approved electronic message center sign for Life EMS at 1050 Fuller Ave NE (unanimous)
• Determined no conflict of interest for Commissioner Behler in 1050 Fuller Ave NE case (unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority is meeting to vote on updates to the public art and bike rack programs. The body will also consider funding requests for an annual retreat and volunteer celebration.

• Updated Public Art Application Program
• Uptown Public Art Mural Application from East Hills Business Association
• Updated Bike Rack Program and funding request
• Bike Rack Program Application from GR Bicycle CO
• Shop Hop Rebrand Proposal from Lydia Writes Good

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously approved an updated Public Art Application Program eliminating reimbursement, a new district-wide Bike Rack Program with full funding, and several funding requests including $20,000 for bike racks, $1,620 for GR Bicycle Co., $9,500 for a Shop Hop rebrand, $7,000 for trolley service, and $4,000 for a volunteer celebration. The board also approved a $2,500 mural application from East Hills Business Association and a $2,000 annual retreat. All votes were unanimous with five members present.

• Approved updated Public Art Application Program eliminating reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 East Hills Business Association mural application (unanimous)
• Approved updated district-wide Bike Rack Program eliminating cost-sharing (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 Bike Rack Program funding request (unanimous)
• Approved $1,620 Bike Rack Program application for GR Bicycle Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $9,500 Shop Hop rebrand proposal from Lydia Writes Good (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 Affordable Limousine quote for trolley service (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 Volunteer Celebration funding request (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission is reviewing requests for exterior changes to several properties within designated historic districts. The body will discuss specific modifications including window alterations, stoop installations, and the retention of an outdoor bar.

• 100 Sheldon: project progress update for local landmark
• 50 College NE: request for a new south stoop
• 946 Cherry SE: window alterations
• 1 Ionia SW: request to retain outdoor walk up bar
• 534 Wealthy SE: request to remove two banks of windows

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a three-year extension of the emergency approval for the outdoor walk-up bar at 1 Ionia SW, requiring the applicant to return within one year to consider a new face material and stipulating the bar remain freestanding and reversible. The commission also approved several other certificates of appropriateness, including window alterations at 946 Cherry SE and 25 Ionia SW, and denied removal of a bank of windows at 534 Wealthy SE.

• Approved 3-year extension for outdoor walk-up bar at 1 Ionia SW with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved window alterations at 946 Cherry SE with conditions (4-1)
• Approved walk-up windows at 25 Ionia SW (unanimous)
• Approved glass block in basement openings at 550 Madison SE with conditions (unanimous)
• Denied removal of five windows on south wall at 534 Wealthy SE (unanimous)
• Approved removal of four windows on west elevation at 534 Wealthy SE with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved new south stoop at 50 College NE (4-0, one recused)
• Accepted minutes from August 3, 2022 (unanimous)

Uptown Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting

The Board will review the minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting. Action items include a contract renewal for Block by Block Uptown Ambassador and a request regarding city dumpster fees.

• Block by Block Uptown Ambassador Contract Renewal
• $4,000 annual City Dumpster Fee Request

The board unanimously approved a revised Block by Block Uptown ambassador contract for fiscal year 2023 at a not-to-exceed amount of $65,000, and also approved a $4,000 annual city dumpster fee. Both items were presented by Ingrid Miller and passed with no opposition. The meeting also included a report that LIME was selected as the main vendor for the micro-mobility project.

• Approved the revised Block by Block Uptown ambassador contract for fiscal year 2023, not to exceed $65,000 (unanimous).
• Approved the city dumpster fee request for an amount not to exceed $4,000 annually (unanimous).
• Approved minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous).
• Received and filed committee meeting notes without discussion.

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission is reviewing several financial resolutions, including grant acceptances and budget adjustments. The agenda includes multiple construction contracts for water mains, street reconstructions, and park improvements.

• FEMA/DHS grant award of $117,652.50 for 2020 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
• Budget substitution of $586,274.82 for various fire stations emergency generator replacements
• Contract with Diversco Construction Company for water main reconstruction up to $5,362,000.00
• Contract with Diversco Construction Company, Inc. for Jackson Street reconstruction up to $1,500,000.00
• Contract with McGraw Construction Inc for Ottawa Fulton Parking Ramp Elevator Modernization up to $2,972,270

The City Commission approved a $5.4 million contract for reconstruction of the Ottawa Avenue/Coldbrook Street/Monroe Avenue intersection and decommissioning of the Coldbrook Pumping Station. The commission also approved tax exemptions for three affordable housing projects (Breton Grove II, Metropolitan Park Apartments, and Weston Apartments) and accepted multiple grants for trail development and park improvements. All decisions were adopted unanimously with a 6-0 vote, with one commissioner absent.

• Approved $5.4M contract for Ottawa Avenue/Coldbrook Street/Monroe Avenue intersection reconstruction and Coldbrook Pumping Station decommissioning (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Breton Grove II affordable housing project at 2400 43rd Street SE (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Metropolitan Park Apartments at 350 Ionia Avenue SW (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Weston Apartments at 21 Weston Street SW and 44 Ionia Avenue SW (6-0)
• Accepted $300,000 grant for River Edges Trail development (Leonard to Ann segments) (6-0)
• Approved $1.5M contract for reconstruction of Jackson Street from Valley Avenue to Garfield Avenue (6-0)
• Approved $2.97M contract for elevator modernizations at Ottawa-Fulton Parking Structure (6-0)
• Approved $300,000 cost-sharing agreement with Wyoming for Plaster Creek Trail Connection (6-0)

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 133 of the City Code regarding the Electrical Code. The body will also review a Social District Permit application and the FY2022 Annual Performance Report.

• Proposed repeal and replacement of Chapter 133 Electrical Code
• Social District Permit application for Sepsakos Hospitality, LLC
• 2022 Welcoming Week Proclamation
• FY2022 Annual Performance Report presentation

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing funding increases for sewer and park projects. The body is also awarding several construction contracts for road, water main, and elevator work. Additionally, the committee is scheduling public hearings for Neighborhood Enterprise Zones and a Brownfield Plan Amendment.

• Increase of $1,400,000 for Relocation of the Eastside Trunk Sewer
• Contract with Diversco Construction Company for Ottawa Avenue/Coldbrook Street/Monroe Avenue intersection: $4,078,532.30
• Contract with McGraw Construction Inc for Ottawa Fulton Parking Ramp Elevator Modernization: $2,395,740
• Contract with Diversco Construction Company, Inc. for Jackson Street reconstruction: $1,078,802.05
• Public hearing scheduling for Neighborhood Enterprise Zones at 280 Ann Street NW and the Lofts on Grove project

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is considering several grant awards and budget substitutions for city projects. The body is also reviewing conditional tax exemptions and payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) for three apartment developments.

• Grant award of $117,652.50 from FEMA and DHS for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
• Tax exemption and PILOT approvals for Breton Grove II, Metropolitan Park Apartments, and Weston Apartments
• Budget substitution of $586,274.82 for emergency generator replacement at various fire stations
• Grant awards of $300,000 each for River Edges Trail segments 1, 2, and 4
• Budget substitution of $264,299 from Fulton to Michigan Reconstruction

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments is meeting to confirm two mayoral appointments to the Community Relations Commission. The body will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Appointment of Mirabel Fonyuy-Umenei to the Community Relations Commission
• Appointment of Aaron Jonker to the Community Relations Commission
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will review updates on traffic calming and department performance metrics. The meeting includes a discussion on the FY23 Work Program and project updates for September 2022.

• Traffic Calming Update
• Department Performance Metrics
• FY23 Work Program
• September 2022 Project Updates

The Mobile GR Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its August 4, 2022 meeting. The meeting included discussions on traffic calming updates, department performance metrics, and the FY23 work program, with no formal action items voted on. Staff noted that social zone fees will apply after November and that they will work with the Chamber of Commerce to inform businesses.

• Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will review the FY21 and FY22 Annual Reports and discuss the Community Master Plan during an annual retreat. The agenda also includes an extension request for 600, 606 & 614 Fairview Ave NE.

• Extension request for 600, 606 & 614 Fairview Ave NE
• Community Master Plan discussion
• FY21 Annual Report presentation
• FY22 Annual Report presentation

The commission unanimously approved a second 6-month extension for development at 600, 606 & 614 Fairview Ave NE due to material and contractor availability. They also accepted minutes from August 11, 2022, and held a retreat discussing the Community Master Plan, annual reports, and process changes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved second 6-month extension for 600, 606 & 614 Fairview Ave NE (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from August 11, 2022 (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body is scheduled to approve the minutes from the July 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of Minutes from July 27, 2022

The Grand Rapids Economic Development Corporation meeting was called to order at 9:15 AM and adjourned at 9:17 AM. The only actions taken were approving excused absences and the minutes from the July 27, 2022 meeting. No other business or public comment was conducted.

• Approved excused absences for Kristine Bersche, Nathaniel Moody, and Milinda Ysasi (unanimous)
• Approved the July 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review a plan amendment and a development agreement amendment. The body will also receive an activity report on the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program.

• Brownfield Plan Amendment for Lofts on Grove Holdings, LLC at 1359 Plainfield Ave NE, 1329 Plainfield Ave NE and 1367 Grove Place NE
• First Amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement for Jackson Entertainment, LLC at 120 Ottawa Avenue NW
• Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program activity report as of August 2022

The Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the Lofts on Grove Holdings project at 1359 Plainfield Ave NE, 1329 Plainfield Ave NE, and 1367 Grove Place NE. They also approved a first amendment to the Development and Reimbursement Agreement for the Jackson Entertainment project at 120 Ottawa Ave NW, and an Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program report for up to $55,080. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment for Lofts on Grove Holdings project (7-0)
• Approved first amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement for Jackson Entertainment project (7-0)
• Approved Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program report for up to $55,080 (7-0)
• Accepted excused absences of Bersche and Ysasi (6-0)

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission will review several financial resolutions, including multiple budget substitutions for the Water Resource Recovery Facility and road reconstructions. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding improvements to Crescent Street Alley.

• Budget substitution for WRRF Biodigestion with Combined Heat and Power ($1,295,959)
• Budget substitution for Final Effluent Water Supply Line Improvement at the WRRF ($768,445)
• Budget substitution for Ottawa Ave from Newberry to Mason Reconstruction ($493,195)
• Contract with HESCO for maintenance of Renewable Natural Gas cleaning system ($152,750)
• Public hearing for Crescent Street Alley improvements from Grand Avenue to Eastern Avenue

The City Commission adopted a zoning ordinance amendment (2022-30) modifying lot and yard requirements, including administrative departures for lot area and width, and updated alcohol sales use tables. It also approved a $169.1M general operating fund budget amendment (Ordinance 2022-31) and numerous consent agenda items, including contracts for courier services, election marketing, homeless outreach, and police licensing, as well as budget transfers for water resource recovery facility projects and a $600K DOJ grant for Cure Violence Grand Rapids. A public hearing on Crescent Street Alley improvements was referred to committee.

• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment 2022-30 (7-0) modifying lot and yard requirements and alcohol sales use tables
• Adopted $169.1M general operating fund budget amendment 2022-31 (7-0)
• Approved $600K DOJ grant for Cure Violence Grand Rapids
• Approved $152,750 one-year agreement with HESCO for renewable natural gas system maintenance at WRRF
• Approved $126,144 three-year contract with Ulliance for employee assistance program services
• Approved $395,999 annual contract with Network 180 for Homeless Outreach Team services
• Approved $69,875 election communications and marketing contract with Well Design Studio
• Approved $65,000 annual courier services contract with Couriered, LLC

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive updates from the Grand Rapids Police Department, the Safe Task Force, and the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability.

• Update from the Grand Rapids Police Department
• Update from the Safe Task Force
• Update from the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The committee will consider a travel request for Commissioner Milinda Ysasi and a resolution regarding polling locations and election inspector pay. Briefings are scheduled regarding ArtPrize 2022 and the Community Homelessness Response.

• Travel request for Commissioner Milinda Ysasi to attend Michigan Municipal League's Convention
• Resolution approving polling locations and fixing election inspector pay for November 8, 2022 General Election
• Community Homelessness Response Update briefing
• ArtPrize 2022 briefing

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure and development. Items include a traffic signal project, construction agreements for local developments, and sidewalk improvements.

• $300,000 for Metropolitan Traffic Signal Optimization project
• Construction Agreement and Public Utilities Easements for The Savannah at Waterford Village
• $250.00 for Sidewalk Improvements in 44th Street from Eastern Avenue to Trade Drive
• $17,500 Construction Agreement for Stream Daylighting at the Highlands

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding budget substitutions for infrastructure and water facility projects. The agenda also includes a new three-year contract for employee assistance services and a grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice.

• $1,295,959 budget substitution for Biodigestion with Combined Heat and Power at WRRF
• $152,750 contract with HESCO for Renewable Natural Gas system maintenance
• $768,445 budget substitution for FEW Supply Line Improvement at the WRRF
• $126,144 three-year contract award for Ulliance, Inc. employee assistance services
• Up to $600,000 DOJ grant award for Cure Violence Grand Rapids

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will consider a resolution to confirm Christina Arnold's appointment to the Board of Art and Museum Commissioners. The committee will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Resolution confirming Christina Arnold to the Board of Art and Museum Commissioners
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review a corridor management proposal and a sponsorship for Creston After Dark. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Lofts on Grove mixed-use redevelopment project.

• Corridor Management Proposal - Creston Neighborhood Association
• Creston After Dark Sponsorship
• Lofts on Grove Mixed-use Redevelopment Project Presentation

The North Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority approved a corridor management partnership with the Creston Neighborhood Association and a $3,500 sponsorship for the Creston After Dark event. The board also voted unanimously to support the Lofts on Grove mixed-use redevelopment project, though the presentation was informational and not required for a vote.

• Approved corridor management partnership with Creston Neighborhood Association (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 sponsorship for Creston After Dark event (unanimous)
• Approved support for Lofts on Grove mixed-use redevelopment project (unanimous)

Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority adopted its fiscal year 2023 budget and approved several funding requests. The board approved two facade improvement grants totaling $25,000, a $3,000 sponsorship for the One Peace Festival, and a $20,000 green space funding request for the Alger Heights Business Association. A support letter for the Franklin and Eastern Business Association's ARPA grant application was also approved.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 in facade grants for 900 Division Ave. and 2427 Eastern Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 One Peace Festival sponsorship (5-1)
• Approved $20,000 Alger Heights Business Association green space funding (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved support letter for Franklin and Eastern Business Association ARPA grant (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission will consider several special land use requests and a sign program amendment. Items include building demolitions, the relocation of a social club, and the establishment of transitional housing.

• Demolition of vacant industrial buildings at 701 Ann St NW
• Relocation of a social club with alcohol sales and live entertainment to 1439 Eastern Ave SE
• Establishment of transitional housing in an existing home at 1253 Prospect Ave SE
• Amendment of a Planned Sign Program for JPMorgan Chase NA at 3445 28th St SE

The Planning Commission approved three special land use requests: demolition of a vacant industrial building at 701 Ann St NW, relocation of a social club at 1439 Eastern Ave SE, and transitional housing at 1253 Prospect Ave SE. They also approved a sign program amendment for a Chase Bank at 3445 28th St SE. All decisions were unanimous except the sign amendment, which passed 5-1.

• Approved demolition of vacant industrial buildings at 701 Ann St NW without replacement use (6-0)
• Approved relocation of Sophisticated Gentlemen and Ladies Auxiliary Club social club with alcohol sales at 1439 Eastern Ave SE (6-0)
• Approved transitional housing for up to 5 unrelated tenants at 1253 Prospect Ave SE (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Planned Sign Program for Chase Bank at 3445 28th St SE (5-1)

SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority - Regular Meeting

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority will review preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022. The board is also scheduled to consider an action item regarding Midwest House Grand Rapids Tech Week.

• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2022
• Review of preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022
• Action item: Midwest House Grand Rapids Tech Week
• SmartZone Operators Quarterly Report

Michigan St. Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review a campaign strategy for the ArtPrize Poutine Week event. Members are also asked to approve the minutes from the July 13, 2022 meeting.

• ArtPrize Poutine Week Event Printing Expense Request
• ArtPrize Poutine Week Event Campaign Strategy presentation

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission is reviewing various financial resolutions, including construction contracts and grant agreements. The agenda includes several appointments to city boards and discussions regarding public safety and community development.

• Emerald Avenue reconstruction contract up to $2,540,000.00
• Water main and service replacement up to $1,464,000.00
• $700,000 Michigan Medicaid CHIP Lead Hazard Control grant award
• $225,000 violence prevention services agreement
• Plainfield Fire Station heating system contract up to $77,427

The City Commission approved a $1.9 million reconstruction of Emerald Avenue from Leonard Street to Sweet Street, contingent on state financing, and adopted three-year labor agreements with emergency dispatchers and their supervisors, including wage increases of 4-5% in the first year. The commission also extended enforcement of cannabis social equity commitments through December 31, 2022, and approved zoning text amendments to clarify alcohol use prohibitions in the NOS district and allow additional six-month extensions for site plan approvals.

• Approved $1.9M reconstruction of Emerald Avenue from Leonard to Sweet Street (contingent on state financing)
• Approved three-year labor agreement for emergency dispatchers with 4% wage increase in year one
• Approved three-year labor agreement for dispatch supervisors with 5% wage increase in year one
• Extended enforcement of cannabis social equity commitments through December 31, 2022 (4-3 vote)
• Approved zoning text amendments clarifying no alcohol uses in NOS district and extending site plan validity to two years
• Approved $50,000 supplemental sponsorship for ArtPrize 2022 from General Fund
• Approved $50,000 parking sponsorship and up to $50,000 in-kind services for ArtPrize 2022
• Approved $1.1M water main replacement in Page Street, Lister Court, Plainfield Avenue and Carrier Street

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review collective bargaining agreements and salary ordinances for emergency communications staff. The body is also considering license requests for a tasting room and extensions for cannabis industry compliance procedures.

• Tasting Room licenses for One Beer at a Time, LLC at 443 & 445 Bridge St NW and 411 Broadway St
• Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Ordinance for Emergency Communications Operators
• Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Ordinance for Emergency Communication Supervisors
• Proposed amendments to City Commission policies 900-58 (MIVEDA) and 900-59 (Cannabis Social Equity Policy/CISEV A)
• Setting August 23, 2022 as the date for Zoning Ordinance text amendments

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee will review several resolutions including construction contracts for road and water main work. The agenda also includes approvals for fireworks permits, special events, and property leases.

• Emerald Avenue reconstruction contract: $1,906,500.00
• Water main and service replacement contract: $1,109,865
• Plainfield Fire Station heating system contract: $53,927
• Fireworks permits for Breakaway Music Festival and Pitbull concert
• Lease of 817 Wealthy Street SW to BSG Group, LLC

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding grant awards, service agreements, and event sponsorships. Items include funding for violence prevention services, mental health crisis response, and support for ArtPrize 2022.

• $225,000 total for Cure Violence Grand Rapids and training services
• $330,000 agreement with Network18 for Mental Health Crisis Co-Response Program
• $700,000 grant award from Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
• $50,000 sponsorship for ArtPrize 2022
• Annual payments to Kent County Drain Commissioner not to exceed $400,000

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments is reviewing several individual appointments to city boards and commissions. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Confirmation of Mary Byron to the Grand Rapids Historical Commission
• Confirmation of Jeff Edwards to the Westside Corridor Improvement Authority
• Approval of Jeffrey King to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Westside Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The authority will meet to approve minutes and review interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022. The body is scheduled to take action on a Business Improvement Program Application and receive a presentation on the Business Improvement District (BID).

• Business Improvement Program Application
• Preliminary Interim Financial Statements as of June 30, 2022
• Business Improvement District (BID) presentation
• Design Committee report

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority approved a $1,600 Business Improvement Program reimbursement for 619 Leonard St., though the project was already completed and the Design Committee recommended only 50% reimbursement per guidelines. The board also unanimously approved the June 3, 2022 meeting minutes and preliminary financial statements as of June 30, 2022. A presentation on Business Improvement Districts was discussed but no decision was made.

• Approved $1,600 Business Improvement Program application for 619 Leonard St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary financial statements as of June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The Mobile GR Commission is meeting to discuss several transit and parking initiatives. The body will evaluate a shared micromobility pilot and review a survey regarding on-street residential disability parking.

• Shared Micromobility Pilot Evaluation and Next Steps
• On-Street Residential Disability Parking Survey
• National Community Survey
• Spotter Application

The Mobile GR Commission unanimously accepted the minutes from the June 2, 2022 meeting. The meeting included discussions on the National Community Survey, the Shared Micromobility Pilot Evaluation, an on-street residential disability parking survey, and the Spotter application, but no formal action items were voted on.

• Accepted June 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review two specific property modification requests. The body will consider changes to the exterior of buildings in the Heartside and Fairmount Square historic districts.

• 144 S Division: Request to add 16 dryer vents to the south elevation
• 222 Wellington SE: Request to retain vinyl windows

The Historic Preservation Commission denied a request to retain 20 vinyl windows at 222 Wellington SE in the Fairmount Square Historic District, requiring replacement with historic-matching windows. The commission also approved a request at 144 Division Ave S to add 16 dryer vents to the south elevation of the former Moose Lodge, now Degage Ministries. Minutes from July 6, 2022, were accepted unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 16 dryer vents at 144 Division Ave S (unanimous)
• Denied request to retain 20 vinyl windows at 222 Wellington SE (unanimous)
• Required replacement windows matching historic materials, design, dimensions, finish, operation, and location
• Ordered correction of one façade every three years, beginning immediately
• Accepted minutes from July 6, 2022 (unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority is meeting to consider design assistance applications for two properties under the Facade Improvement Program. The body will also review interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022.

• Facade Improvement Program Design Assistance Application for 1312 East Fulton Street E.
• Facade Improvement Program Design Assistance Application for 1515 Lake Drive
• Preliminary Interim Financial Statements as of June 30, 2022

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority approved two facade improvement design assistance grants totaling $10,000, plus a $14,000 addition to the fund balance was noted. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from June 29, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 facade design grant for 1312 East Fulton Street E (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 facade design grant for 1515 Lake Drive (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider multiple special land use applications during public hearings. These include requests for parking expansions, restaurant modifications, an educational center, a coffee shop, and social service facility expansions.

• 2807 Lake Michigan Dr NW: Expansion of surface parking lot into residential zone
• 634 & 638 Stocking Ave NW: Restaurant expansion with alcohol service and outdoor seating
• 2035 28th St SE, Suite Y: High school drop-in center educational use
• 2910 Eastern Ave SE: Construction of a drive-through and walk-up coffee shop
• 2014, 2020, 2046 and 2070 Dean Lake Ave NE: Social services expansion and house demolition

The Grand Rapids Planning Commission approved five special land use requests at its July 28, 2022 meeting. These included a parking lot expansion at 2807 Lake Michigan Dr NW (4-1), a restaurant expansion with outdoor seating at 634 & 638 Stocking Ave NW (unanimous), an educational drop-in center at 2035 28th St SE (unanimous), a drive-through coffee shop at 2910 Eastern Ave SE (unanimous), and a social services expansion at 2070 Dean Lake Ave NE (unanimous). All approvals were granted with conditions.

• Approved parking lot expansion at 2807 Lake Michigan Dr NW (4-1)
• Approved restaurant expansion with outdoor seating at 634 & 638 Stocking Ave NW (unanimous)
• Approved educational drop-in center at 2035 28th St SE, Suite Y (unanimous)
• Approved drive-through coffee shop at 2910 Eastern Ave SE (unanimous)
• Approved social services expansion at 2070 Dean Lake Ave NE (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation is meeting to review financial statements and approve a grant proceeds disbursement agreement. This agreement relates to a Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy grant application.

• Grant Proceeds Disbursement Agreement for the 1603 Diamond Redevelopment Project
• Preliminary Interim Financial Statements as of June 30, 2022

The Grand Rapids Economic Development Corporation unanimously approved a Grant Proceeds Disbursement Agreement related to a Michigan EGLE grant application for the 1603 Diamond Redevelopment Project. The board also approved the preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022, and the minutes from May 25, 2022. Excused absences for Troy Butler and Jon VanFossen were accepted. No other business or public comment was conducted.

• Approved Grant Proceeds Disbursement Agreement for 1603 Diamond Redevelopment Project (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Statement C (preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved excused absences for Troy Butler and Jon VanFossen (unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to vote on loan and reimbursement agreements for several local projects. The body will also review financial statements and a grant disbursement agreement for the Boston Square project.

• Development, Reimbursement and Loan Agreement for Dwelling Place Regional Community Land Trust at 2080 Union Avenue SE
• Work Plan and Loan Agreement for the Academy Manor redevelopment project at 43 Lakeside Drive NE
• Grant Proceeds Disbursement Agreement for the Boston Square Redevelopment Project
• First Amendment to Revised Development and Reimbursement Agreement with Diamond Place, LLC
• FY2022 Activity Report for the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program

The Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved five action items, including development, reimbursement, and loan agreements for the Dwelling Place project at 2080 Union Ave SE and the Academy Manor redevelopment at 43 Lakeside Drive NE. It also approved a grant disbursement agreement for the Boston Square project, a first amendment to the Diamond Place agreement delaying loan repayment to 2034, and the FY2022 activity report for the Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program. All votes were unanimous with 8 yeas and 2 absences.

• Approved Development, Reimbursement and Loan Agreement for Dwelling Place at 2080 Union Ave SE (unanimous)
• Approved Work Plan and Development, Reimbursement and Loan Agreement for Academy Manor at 43 Lakeside Drive NE (unanimous)
• Approved Grant Proceeds Disbursement Agreement for Boston Square redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement with Diamond Place, LLC delaying loan repayment to 2034 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 Activity Report for Environmental Site Assessment Grant Program, not to exceed $101,860 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary interim financial statements as of June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved excused absences for Troy Butler and Jon VanFossen (unanimous)

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission will review various financial resolutions, including construction contracts and budget substitutions. The agenda also includes several ordinances for adoption and a settlement resolution regarding legal matters.

• Contract for Community Master Plan not to exceed $1,000,000
• Budget substitution of $393,840 for Norwich Avenue reconstruction
• Budget substitution of $383,600 for lead service line replacements
• Contract with Wyoming Excavators, Inc. for Giddings Avenue reconstruction up to $3,250,000
• Series Ordinance for Water Supply System Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds up to $32 million

The Grand Rapids City Commission approved a series of ordinances and contracts, including a $32 million water supply system improvement bond and a comprehensive rewrite of the city's stormwater drainage code. The commission also authorized a $62,500 settlement in a police-related lawsuit and approved a $1 million contract for a new Community Master Plan. All votes were unanimous (7-0) unless otherwise noted.

• Approved $32M water supply system improvement bond (7-0)
• Adopted new stormwater drainage system ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $1M contract with Planning NEXT for Community Master Plan (7-0)
• Authorized $62,500 settlement in LaConya Williams v Clark, et al. (7-0)
• Approved $2.46M contract for Giddings Avenue reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved $337,400 contract for Paul I Phillips Gymnasium improvements (7-0)
• Approved $1.09M contract for stair railing improvements at parking structures (7-0)
• Approved $393,840 budget transfer for Norwich Avenue reconstruction (7-0)

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive updates from city departments and the court. No specific votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Update from the Grand Rapids Police Department
• Update from the Grand Rapids Fire Department
• Update from the Parks and Recreation Department
• Update from the 61st District Court

Civil Service Board - Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Board will consider updates to several city job classifications. The board will also review personnel transaction reports and receive updates on police recruitment and diversity.

• Revised Community Development Director Classification
• New Assistant Community Development Director Classification
• New Assistant Code Compliance Director Classification
• New Fire Cadet Classification
• Police Recruitment Update

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing several resolutions to award construction and improvement contracts. The items include road reconstruction, parking structure repairs, and facility improvements.

• Reconstruction of Giddings Avenue from Burton Street to Boston Street: $2,459,437.00 contract
• Stair Railing Improvements at Louis Campau & Pearl Ionia Parking Structures: $1,091,800 contract
• Paul I Phillips Gymnasium Improvements: $337,400 contract
• Tank Painting at Knapp, Leonard and Cambridge Tanks: $23,100 increase
• Spreading nuisance charges for outstanding accounts receivables: $428,690.78

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several financial resolutions including a community master plan contract and road reconstruction funds. The agenda also includes utility account write-offs, auditing services, and budget amendments for fiscal year 2023.

• $1,000,000 not-to-exceed contract with ACP/Green & Associates, LLC dba Planning NEXT
• $333.64 write-off for Water and Sewer Utility Account balances
• $393,840 budget substitution for reconstruction of Norwich Avenue from Curve Street to Hayden Street
• $383,600 budget substitution for replacement of lead service lines
• $15,000 not-to-exceed auditing services with Plante & Moran, PLLC

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will meet to approve a specific board appointment and discuss current vacancies across city boards and commissions.

• Resolution approving the appointment of Megan Catcho to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Stormwater Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will review reports on asset management and public education. The body is scheduled to discuss the budget, LGROW services, and proposed changes to its bylaws.

• Project of Focus: Seymour Square
• Discussion of the budget
• Review of LGROW services
• Proposed bylaws revisions
• MS4 Permit old business

The Stormwater Oversight Commission met on July 25, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports on asset management, public education, the Seymour Square project, and other updates. The commission noted that bylaw changes could not be acted on due to lack of a two-thirds quorum, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2022.

• Approved agenda for July 25, 2022 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from April 25, 2022 (motion carried)
• Bylaws changes tabled due to lack of two-thirds quorum
• Adjourned at 3:11 p.m. (motion carried)

Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority is meeting to vote on business retention incentives, facade improvement projects, and a maintenance contract for the 61st District Court. Members will also receive an update on the Eastern Avenue road project between Burton and Ardmore.

• Third Ward Business Retention Incentive Program Amended Application
• 61st District Court Maintenance Contract Renewal
• Southtown Facade Improvement Program Projects
• Harvest Health Bike Racks Funding Request
• Eastern Avenue (Burton to Ardmore) Road Project Update

The Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority approved an amended Third Ward Business Retention Incentive Program application for 1713 Madison Avenue, with the grant amount unchanged despite project scope changes. The board also approved the 61st District Court maintenance contract renewal (not to exceed $15,000), two facade grants (excluding one retroactive request), and an extension for old facade applications with conditions. The Harvest Health bike racks funding request was withdrawn.

• Approved amended Third Ward Business Retention Incentive Program application for 1713 Madison Avenue (3-0, Grant abstained)
• Approved 61st District Court maintenance contract renewal, not to exceed $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 754 Burton, $15,000; excluded 1944 Eastern Ave architectural grant (unanimous)
• Approved extension for old facade applications with retro dates condition (unanimous)
• Withdrew Harvest Health bike racks funding request
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved statement C, list of expenditures July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Election Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Election Commissioners will meet to discuss the August 2, 2022 Primary Public Accuracy Test. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and opportunities for public comment.

• August 2, 2022 Primary Public Accuracy Test

The Board of Election Commissioners met and conducted a required Public Accuracy Test on randomly selected precincts. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Conducted Public Accuracy Test on randomly selected precincts (one per ward)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will consider several special land use requests including a banquet hall, residential additions, alcohol sales, and a child care center. Additionally, the body will review proposed text amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

• Banquet hall with alcohol service at 846 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW
• Single-family home addition for two-family residential at 320 Coldbrook St NE
• Off-site alcohol sales for a convenience store at 2340 28th St SE
• Child care center redevelopment at 2706 & 2750 Burton St SE
• Zoning ordinance text amendments regarding lot area, alcohol prohibitions, and plan review extensions

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville CIA is meeting to review financial statements and approve recommendations for a banner design and a business manager for the Southwest Business Association.

• Preliminary Interim Financial Statements as of June 30, 2022
• Design and Development Committee Banner Recommendation
• Southwest Business Association Business Manager Recommendation and Service Agreement Approval

The South Division-Grandville Corridor Improvement Authority approved two expenditures: $11,863.32 for a corridor banner project and $15,000 for a Southwest Business Association Manager contract. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the June 9, 2022 minutes and the statement of expenditures for July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022.

• Approved banner project expenditure of $11,863.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Southwest Business Association Manager contract for $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved statement C, list of expenditures from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Michigan St. Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review financial statements as of June 30, 2022, and consider action items regarding event planning and a contract renewal. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding parklets.

• ArtPrize Poutine Week Event Planning Proposal
• Corridor Management Contract Renewal with Kelsey Liebenow for FY2023
• Parklet Update discussion

The Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously approved a $16,250 event planning proposal from Well Design for ArtPrize Poutine Week, plus a $1,500 ad buy. The board also unanimously approved a $15,000 contract renewal for Corridor Manager Kelsey Liebenow for FY2023, with a raise deferred until the next RFP. Minutes from June 8, 2022, and preliminary financial statements were approved unanimously.

• Approved Poutine Week event planning proposal not to exceed $16,250 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 ad buy for Poutine Week (unanimous)
• Approved Corridor Manager contract renewal for $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary financial statements as of June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission is reviewing several resolutions regarding city appointments, professional service agreements, and public works contracts. The agenda also includes discussions on water supply bonds, street reconstruction, and lead service line replacements.

• Purchase of Halt Fire, Inc. stock unit #37235 for $1,676,698
• Water Supply System Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds up to $32 million
• Reconstruction of Plainfield Avenue from Marywood Drive to Ellsmere Street for up to $5,101,500.00
• Replacement of Lead Service Lines via Groundhawg Excavating & Landscaping, LLC for up to $2,673,700
• Replacement of Lead Service Lines via SWT Excavating, Inc. for up to $2,216,900

The Grand Rapids City Commission approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including a $5.1 million reconstruction of Plainfield Avenue and a $1.7 million upgrade at the Water Resource Recovery Facility. The commission also adopted two zoning ordinance amendments, including a rezoning on Eastern Avenue SE and a major amendment for a development on East Beltline Avenue NE. Several public hearings were referred to the Committee of the Whole for further consideration.

• Approved $5,101,500 Plainfield Ave reconstruction contract (5-0)
• Approved $1,718,445 Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements (5-0)
• Approved $3,086,000 water service installation in Burger-Goodwood neighborhood (5-0)
• Approved $2,673,700 lead service line replacement contract (5-0)
• Approved $2,216,900 lead service line replacement contract (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning of 2550 Eastern Ave SE to MCN-LDR (5-0)
• Adopted Celebration Village SD-PRD amendment for urgent care (5-0)
• Referred 4 public hearings to Committee of the Whole

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments is meeting to confirm three specific appointments to city boards and commissions. Members will also discuss amending the Vital Streets Oversight Commission membership and review the current vacancy list.

• Appointment of Matthew Daley to the Grand Rapids Historical Commission
• Appointment of James Lewis to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Appointment of Maleika Brown to the Civil Service Board
• Proposed membership amendments for the Vital Streets Oversight Commission
• Review of the current Board/Commission vacancy list

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several resolutions including a $32 million bond series for water supply improvements. Other items include agreements for youth programs, police academy training, and fire equipment procurement.

• Water Supply System Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds up to $32 million
• Purchase of Halt Fire, Inc. stock unit #37235 (100’ platform) for $1,676,698 or similar
• Grand Valley State University Police Academy training for $92,200
• Grant from Michigan Indigent Defense Commission up to $1.78 million
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth agreement for $84,000

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing several high-value contracts for water line and road improvements. The body is also considering fireworks permits for upcoming events and scheduling a future ordinance discussion regarding the stormwater drainage system.

• Contract with Dykema Excavators, Inc. for Plainfield Avenue reconstruction: $3,858,061.60
• Contracts with BRiK Plumbing, LLC and McDonald Plumbing, Inc. for Burger-Goodwood Neighborhood water services: up to $3,086,000
• Contract with Groundhawg Excavating & Landscaping, LLC for lead service line replacement: $1,961,968
• Contract with SWT Excavating, Inc. for lead service line replacement: $1,623,648.21
• Contract with Allied Mechanical Services Inc for Water Resource Recovery Facility effluent line: $1,303,000

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review polling locations and pay rates for election inspectors for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election. The meeting also includes a scholarship presentation and a briefing on the 2022 National Community Survey results.

• Resolution approving polling locations and election inspector pay for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election
• Presentation of the Dr. Schnoor Scholarship Award
• Presentation of 2022 National Community Survey Results

Board of Election Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting to designate personnel for the upcoming primary election. The body will deliberate on resolutions to appoint inspectors and board team members.

• Resolution to appoint Election Inspectors for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election
• Resolution to designate Receiving Board Team Members
• Resolution to designate Absentee Voter Processing Board Team Members

The Board of Election Commissioners unanimously approved three resolutions appointing election inspectors, receiving board team members, and absentee counting board team members for the August 2, 2022, primary election. All votes were 3-0 in favor.

• Appointed election inspectors for Aug. 2 primary (3-0)
• Designated receiving board team members for Aug. 2 primary (3-0)
• Designated absentee counting board team members for Aug. 2 primary (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing requests for exterior modifications to properties in the Heritage Hill and Wealthy Street districts. The body will also discuss processes regarding illegal demolitions and economic hardship amendments.

• Request to change a rear window to a door at 553 Union Ave SE
• Request for a new storefront at 806 Wealthy SE
• Discussion on illegal demo process
• Discussion on hardship process amendments regarding economic and technical feasibility

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a request to convert a rear window to a door at 553 Union SE, with the condition that the existing window sashes be retained on site. The commission also approved a new storefront for 806 Wealthy SE and adopted amendments to the economic hardship process. One item, a siding change at 701 Wealthy SE, was withdrawn.

• Approved window-to-door conversion at 553 Union SE (unanimous, with condition to retain window sashes)
• Approved new storefront at 806 Wealthy SE (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: siding change and sun visor removal at 701 Wealthy SE
• Adopted amended Economic & Technical Feasibility, Undue Financial Hardship, Economic Hardship and Economically Feasible Plans (unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Special Meeting

The Authority is meeting to review several action items requiring a motion for approval. These items include service agreements, business association support, and various professional service contracts.

• Uptown Grand Rapids, Inc Service Agreement
• Business Association Memorandum of Understanding and Annual Financial Support
• Advertising Campaign Proposal - Well Design
• Eastown Lighting Upgrade Contribution Request
• HR Services Contract - Cooper People Group

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously approved all six action items, including a $100,000 contribution over 10 years for Eastown lighting upgrades, a $20,000 advertising campaign with Well Design, and a $2,400 per business association MOU. All votes were unanimous with four members present and four absent.

• Approved June 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Uptown Grand Rapids Inc. service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved business association MOU and $2,400 per association financial support (unanimous)
• Approved Well Design advertising campaign proposal up to $20,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Eastown lighting upgrade contribution up to $100,000 over 10 years (unanimous)
• Approved HR services contract with Cooper Peoples Group up to $4,000 (unanimous)
• Approved accounting services contract with Hungerford Nichols up to $12,000 (unanimous)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will consider multiple public hearing items regarding restaurant expansions, outdoor seating with alcohol service, and a drive-through ATM. These requests involve various locations including Bridge St NW, 28th St SE, and E. Beltline Ave SE.

• 1232 Bridge St NW: Restaurant with alcohol service, outdoor patio, and parking reduction
• 3445 28th St SE: Centerpoint site plan review for new development and traffic circulation
• 3445 28th St SE: BJ’s Restaurants restaurant with alcohol, outdoor seating, and a sign program
• 3445 28th St SE: JPMorgan Chase Bank drive-through ATM construction
• 2750 E. Beltline Ave SE: Chick-fil-A building addition and second drive-through lane

The Grand Rapids Planning Commission approved a special land use request for Hygge Group, LLC to operate a restaurant with outdoor patio and alcohol service at 1232 Bridge St NW, with conditions including reduced outdoor seating hours, a 6-foot fence, and proof of 60 parking spaces. The commission also unanimously approved four related requests at The Shops at Centerpoint and a Chick-fil-A drive-through expansion. All votes were unanimous with members Rozeboom and Wallace absent.

• Approved restaurant with outdoor seating and alcohol service at 1232 Bridge St NW (unanimous)
• Approved Centerpoint site plan review for new development, parking, and traffic circulation (unanimous)
• Approved BJ's Restaurants outdoor seating, alcohol service, and sign program amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Chase Bank drive-through ATM at 3445 28th St SE (unanimous)
• Approved Chick-fil-A building addition and second drive-through lane (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments will meet to approve the appointment of Willie Gholston to the Public Safety Committee. Members will also discuss the current list of vacancies for boards and commissions.

• Appointment of Willie Gholston to the Public Safety Committee
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing resolutions for city contracts, grant acceptances, and budget adjustments. The meeting includes proposals for infrastructure funding and public safety programs.

• FY2023 insurance renewals totaling $2,525,678.00
• Budget substitution of $1,622,350 for César E. Chávez Avenue reconstruction from Beacon Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Street
• Budget substitution of $421,599 for 4014 Bond Issuance Cost and Pearl Street Decorative Bridge Lighting Project
• $350,004 in funding for DASH North services via DDA and Monroe North TIF
• $40,000 for a Grand Rapids Police Department gun buy back program

Community Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Committee is reviewing several construction and utility contracts, including road reconstructions and water system improvements. The agenda also includes requests for rezoning, brownfield plan amendments, and property acquisitions.

• Contract for Norwich Avenue reconstruction: $2,091,716
• Lead service line replacement contract: $2,414,625.65
• Rezoning of 2550 Eastern Avenue SE
• Brownfield Plan Amendment for $14 million Dwelling Place Regional Community Land Trust Project
• Acquisition of up to seven tax foreclosed properties not to exceed $91,392

Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee will consider resolutions regarding liquor licensing, city property policies, and residential property listings. The agenda also includes a collective bargaining agreement and two briefings.

• Liquor license request for Nonla Burger, LLC at 449 Bridge St NW
• City Commission Policy 900-63 regarding disposition of City owned property
• Listing criteria for 60 residential properties held by State Land Bank Authority
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Crime Scene Technicians / Latent Print Examiners
• Participatory Budgeting Update briefing

Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will receive updates from several public safety entities. These include reports from the Grand Rapids Police Department, the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability regarding Cure Violence, and the SAFE Task Force.

• Update from the Grand Rapids Police Department
• Update from the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability regarding Cure Violence
• Update from the SAFE Task Force

City Commission - Regular Session

The City Commission is deciding on various infrastructure projects, budget substitutions, and service agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing for drainage improvements and several resolutions regarding city contracts and zoning.

• Contract with Nagel Construction Inc. for Norwich Avenue reconstruction: $2,091,716
• FY2023 insurance renewals with various providers: $2,525,678
• Contract with SWT Excavating, Inc. for lead service line replacement: $2,414,625.65
• Grand Rapids Police Department gun buy back program: $40,000
• Public hearing for Lake Saint Jude Drainage Improvements (Special Assessment District No. 8770)

The Grand Rapids City Commission approved a consent agenda including a gun buyback program, contracts for software, insurance, and construction projects, and the sale of 25 city-owned residential properties for housing development. It also approved collective bargaining agreements and zoning ordinance amendments, and set public hearings for July 12, 2022.

• Approved gun buyback program up to $40,000 (adopted)
• Approved sale of 25 city-owned residential parcels for housing (adopted)
• Approved $2.5M insurance premiums for FY2023 (adopted)
• Approved $1.6M budget transfer for César E. Chávez Ave reconstruction (adopted)
• Approved $2.4M lead service line replacement contract (tentative, contingent on financing)
• Approved $1.1M bid for fire station generator replacement (adopted)
• Approved $1.1M bid for Government Center parking ramp elevator (adopted)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Crime Scene Technicians (adopted)

N. Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and consider a maintenance agreement for bio-retention islands. The agenda also includes discussion regarding ARPA funds.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
• Bio-Retention Islands Maintenance Agreement with Hum Native Plantscapes
• North Quarter CIA Street Furniture Project (CDBG Funding)
• Discussion of ARPA Fund

The North Quarter Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2023 budget, approved a bio-retention islands maintenance agreement with Hum Native Plantscapes for up to $4,340, and approved purchasing three benches for the corridor. The board also approved exploring a Kent County ARPA grant and moving forward with a Bridge Builders Micro-Grant application. All votes were unanimous among the four members present, with two members absent.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved bio-retention maintenance agreement with Hum Native Plantscapes, not to exceed $4,340 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3 benches for corridor (unanimous)
• Approved exploring Kent County ARPA grant pending county priorities (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with Bridge Builders Micro-Grant application (unanimous)

South Division-Grandville CIA - Regular Meeting

The South Division-Grandville Corridor Improvement Authority is meeting to adopt its Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The body will also consider funding requests and service agreements for local business associations.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Adoption
• Business Association Funding Requests
• Burton Heights Business Association Business Manager Recommendation and Service Agreement
• South Division-Grandville Facade Improvement Program Project
• South Division-Grandville CIA Street Furniture Project (CDBG Funding)

The South Division-Grandville Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2023 budget and approved funding requests for the Southwest and Burton Heights Business Associations (up to $8,500 each). The board also approved the business associations' memorandum of understanding, a business manager recommendation for Burton Heights, an RFP for a Southwest manager, a facade improvement application, a street furniture project option, and a bike rack funding request. All votes were unanimous, with Commissioner Kurt Reppart absent for the final two items.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved business association funding up to $8,500 each for Southwest and Burton Heights (unanimous)
• Approved business associations' memorandum of understanding (unanimous)
• Approved Burton Heights Business Association manager recommendation and service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Southwest Business Association Manager RFP (unanimous)
• Approved facade improvement program application for 900 Cesar Chavez (unanimous)
• Approved option 2 for CDBG street furniture project (7-0)
• Approved bike rack funding request for Cesar E. Chavez (7-0)

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on several special land use and site plan requests. These include proposals for a community hub, a social service facility, and various site modifications.

• 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE: Proposal for medical offices, child care center, community center, and banquet facility
• 816 Madison Ave SE: Request to operate a social services facility
• 1512 Fuller Ave SE: Request to construct a surface parking lot
• 670 Burton St SE and 2080 Union Ave SE: Final site plan review and setback change request
• 2200 Griggs Ave SE: Request to replace a community building and shuffleboard court with a pickleball court and pergola

The Grand Rapids Planning Commission approved two related Special Land Use requests from Amplify GR: a surface parking lot at 1512 Fuller Ave SE and the renovation/expansion of the Boston Square Community Hub at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE, which will include a medical office, child care center, community center, and banquet facility. The Commission also approved a final site plan for the Dwelling Place development at 670 Burton St SE, a site plan amendment for a pickleball court at 2200 Griggs Ave SE, and a Special Land Use for the Women's Resource Center at 816 Madison Ave SE. All decisions were approved unanimously, with one recusal on the Women's Resource Center item.

• Approved surface parking lot at 1512 Fuller Ave SE (unanimous)
• Approved Boston Square Community Hub at 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for Dwelling Place at 670 Burton St SE (unanimous)
• Approved pickleball court and pergola at 2200 Griggs Ave SE (unanimous)
• Approved Women's Resource Center social services facility at 816 Madison Ave SE (8-0, Behler recused)
• Accepted May 26, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)

SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority - Regular Meeting

The SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority is meeting to approve the FY2023 budget. The body will also consider proposals regarding the Michigan House and the Spartan Innovations Conquer Accelerator and CADE for FY2023.

• Adoption of FY2023 Budget
• Spartan Innovations Conquer Accelerator and CADE Proposal FY2023
• Michigan House Proposal

Michigan St. Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority is meeting to vote on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The body will also consider a request for proposal for an ArtPrize Poutine Week event and a public art funding request from Reb Roberts.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
• ArtPrize Poutine Week Event Request for Proposal
• Public Art Funding Request - Reb Roberts

The Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2023 budget as presented. The board also approved, with conditions, an RFP for an ArtPrize Poutine Week event manager, requiring an ROI component, and approved a $5,000 public art request for artist Reb Roberts, contingent on city mural committee approval.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved ArtPrize Poutine Week Event Manager RFP with ROI requirement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 public art request for Reb Roberts, contingent on city mural committee approval (unanimous)

Westside Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The body will also review applications for the Business Improvement Program.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Adoption
• Business Improvement Program Applications

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2023 budget and approved business improvement program grants, including a contingent approval for a lighting package pending updated quotes. The board also approved a grant for the Victory Development Group's Victory on Leonard project.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Victory Development Group grant application (unanimous)
• Approved two of three applications for 644 Bridge LLC (unanimous)
• Contingently approved lighting package for 644 Bridge LLC pending updated electrical quotes (unanimous)

Mobile GR Commission - Regular Meeting

The Mobile GR Commission will review a resolution for ArtPrize funding and a lease agreement for 87-89 Monroe Center. The meeting also includes a presentation on art in the public right of way and a budget update.

• Lease renewal for 87-89 Monroe Center with 89 Monroe Center, LLC
• $50,000 funding and $50,000 in-kind services sponsorship for ArtPrize
• FY 23 Budget Update

The Mobile GR Commission unanimously approved a resolution recommending City Commission approval of $50,000 in funding and $50,000 in in-kind services for ArtPrize 2022, and approved an intent to renew the lease agreement for 87-89 Monroe Center with 89 Monroe Center, LLC. The commission also discussed art in the public right of way and received a budget update, noting the termination of the May Mobility autonomous vehicle program.

• Approved intent to renew lease for 87-89 Monroe Center with 89 Monroe Center, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recommending City sponsorship of ArtPrize: $50,000 funding + $50,000 in-kind (unanimous)

Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority - Regular Meeting

The authority is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and review financial statements. The body will also consider specific business requests and an advertising campaign proposal.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Adoption
• Facade Improvement Program Design Assistance Application for 1515 Lake Drive
• Liquor license recommendation for Quarantinos at 1444 Lake Dr. SE
• Advertising Campaign Request for Proposals
• 2022-23 Sponsorship Request

The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority unanimously approved its fiscal year 2023 budget, a sponsorship request, a development area liquor license for Quarantinos, an advertising campaign RFP, and a facade design assistance application for 1515 Lake Drive. All votes were unanimous with no opposition. The board also approved the May 4, 2022 minutes and expenditures from July 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022.

• Approved FY2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-23 sponsorship request (unanimous)
• Approved development liquor license for Quarantinos at 1444 Lake Dr. SE (unanimous)
• Approved advertising campaign Request for Proposals (unanimous)
• Approved facade design assistance application for 1515 Lake Drive (unanimous)
• Approved May 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures July 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Uptown Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting

The Uptown Business Improvement District is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The board will also consider renewing the Block by Block Uptown Ambassador contract.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Adoption
• Block by Block Uptown Ambassador Contract Renewal
• Review of interim financial statements as of April 30, 2022

The Uptown Business Improvement District board unanimously approved the fiscal year 2023 budget as presented, along with a not-to-exceed $65,000 contract renewal for Block by Block ambassador services. The board also approved the list of expenditures from July 1, 2021, to April 30, 2022, and the minutes from the May 4, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous with six members present and two absent.

• Approved FY2023 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Block by Block contract renewal, not-to-exceed $65,000 (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures list from July 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding building alterations. The body will also hold advisory discussions on a car port and new development in the Heritage Hill Historic District.

• 549 College SE: Request to alter south basement window for egress and well
• 401 Hall SW: Request to retain stoop
• 321 Lafayette NE: Request to replace metal roof with asphalt roof
• 47 Lafayette NE: Request for new roofing material
• 101 E Fulton: Request for walk up window, door, and infill of lower level entry area

The Historic Preservation Commission denied a request to replace the historic standing seam metal roof at 321 Lafayette NE with asphalt shingles, finding the metal roof a contributing feature and the replacement non-compliant with preservation standards. The commission also denied a Notice to Proceed for financial hardship. In other actions, the commission approved a basement egress window at 549 College SE, denied retaining a wood stoop at 401 Hall SW, approved a new roofing material at 47 Lafayette NE, approved alterations to the Veterans Park office building at 101 E Fulton, and approved new windows and a porch at 50 College NE.

• Approved basement egress window and well at 549 College SE with condition to retain existing window on site (unanimous)
• Denied retaining wood stoop at 401 Hall SW; owner has two years to rectify with matching materials (unanimous)
• Denied replacing metal roof with asphalt at 321 Lafayette NE (unanimous)
• Denied Notice to Proceed for financial hardship at 321 Lafayette NE (unanimous)
• Approved new spray foam roofing at 47 Lafayette NE (unanimous)
• Approved walk-up window, door, and lower-level infill at 101 E Fulton (unanimous)
• Approved new windows and porch at 50 College NE with conditions (5-0, one recusal)

Civil Service Board - Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Board will review standard business items including personnel transactions and minutes from the March 8, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a report regarding a new Surplus Asset Coordinator classification.

• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of personnel transactions including eligible lists and service changes
• New Surplus Asset Coordinator classification report

City Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Planning Commission is holding public hearings to consider several special land use requests and site plan reviews. Decisions include alcohol sales and 24-hour operations for a gas station and a restaurant with outdoor seating. The commission will also review a hotel development and a building redevelopment project.

• 2070 & 2090 28th St SE: 24-hour vehicle fueling station and convenience store with beer and wine sales
• 1232 Bridge St NW: Restaurant with alcohol service, outdoor patio, and parking reduction
• 3082 Peregrine Dr. NE: Final Site Plan Review for a hotel development
• 2135 East Beltline Avenue NE: Demolition of existing building and construction of two new buildings, including an urgent care facility
• 2510 E Beltline Ave SE: Drive-thru expansion request withdrawn by applicant

The Planning Commission approved a Special Land Use and Site Plan Review for a 24-hour Kum & Go fueling station and convenience store with beer and wine sales at 2070 & 2090 28th St SE, with conditions including combining two lots and meeting transparency requirements on the north elevation. The commission also approved a final site plan for a Home 2 Suites hotel at 3082 Peregrine Dr NE and recommended a major amendment to the Celebration development for an urgent care facility. Two other items were tabled: a drive-thru expansion at 2510 E Beltline Ave SE and a restaurant with outdoor seating at 1232 Bridge St NW.

• Approved Kum & Go 24-hour gas station with beer/wine sales at 2070 & 2090 28th St SE (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for Home 2 Suites hotel at 3082 Peregrine Dr NE (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Commission major amendment for urgent care at 2135 East Beltline Ave NE (unanimous)
• Tabled drive-thru expansion at 2510 E Beltline Ave SE to July 14 (unanimous)
• Tabled restaurant with outdoor seating at 1232 Bridge St NW (unanimous)
• Granted six-month extension for Special Land Use at 362 & 366 Indiana Ave SW (unanimous)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - Regular Meeting

The Authority will review interim financial statements and consider budget amendments for fiscal year 2022. Members are also reviewing several brownfield plan amendments for local redevelopment projects.

• FY2022 Budget Amendment Request
• Fiscal Year 2023 Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Budget Adoption
• Brownfield Plan Amendment for Academy Manor redevelopment at 43 Lakeside
• Revised Brownfield Plan Amendment for 900 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW
• Brownfield Plan Amendment for 2080 Union Avenue SE

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved the FY2023 budget, a FY2022 budget amendment, and four brownfield plan amendments for redevelopment projects, including affordable senior housing, a commercial/office project, and a community land trust. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved FY2022 budget amendment to increase appropriation authority (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2023 Brownfield Redevelopment Authority budget (unanimous)
• Approved Brownfield Plan Amendment for Marywood Motherhouse LLC at 43 Lakeside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Revised Brownfield Plan Amendment for 900 Cesar E. Chavez LLC at 900 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW (unanimous)
• Approved and recommended Brownfield Plan Amendment for Dwelling Place Regional Community Land Trust at 2080 Union Ave SE (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation is meeting to adopt the budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The body will also review interim financial statements as of April 30, 2022, and approve minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023 Economic Development Corporation Budget
• Review of FY2022 Interim Financial Statements as of April 30, 2022

The Grand Rapids Economic Development Corporation unanimously approved its FY2023 budget, which the City Commission had already approved without changes on May 14, 2022. The board also unanimously approved the FY2022 interim financial statements as of April 30, 2022, and accepted the April 27, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Adopted FY2023 EDC budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 interim financial statements as of April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted April 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Kim McLaughlin (unanimous)

Committee on Appointments - Regular Meeting

The Committee on Appointments is reviewing several resolutions to confirm or approve appointments to various local boards. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the current list of board and commission vacancies.

• Confirmation of Kate Berens to the Downtown Improvement District Board
• Appointment of James Hurt to the Grand Valley Regional Biosolids Authority
• Appointment of Doug Matthews to the Michigan Municipal Services Authority
• Discussion of Current Board/Commission Vacancy List

Fiscal Committee - Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Committee is reviewing several grant acceptances and service agreements. The body will also consider an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Ordinance.

• Resolution to accept $750,000 W. K. Kellogg Foundation Grant for two Justice Analysts
• Resolution for Grand Rapids Retail Retention and Recruitment Initiative not to exceed $132,500
• Resolution accepting $18,075 Michigan Active Communities grant award
• Ordinance amending Section 1 of the Budget Ordinance 2021-13 for Fiscal Year 2022
• Agreements for the 2022 GRow1000 Youth Employment Program