Alpena public meetings in 2023

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council meeting on December 18, 2023, includes discussions regarding a new proposal for DPW equipment and recommendations for council compensation. The agenda also features several appointments and a fund transfer to cover a cemetery trust fund shortfall.

• Transfer of $65,347 from the General Fund to the Cemetery Trust Fund
• Approval of bills totaling $642,094.62
• Proposal for new DPW equipment
• Recommendation regarding Council Compensation
• Appointment of Amber Hubbard to the Wildlife Sanctuary Board

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will vote on a consent agenda including $1,655,803.11 in bills, parade approvals, and a budget amendment for bridge insurance. New business includes a custodial services bid, a law enforcement agreement with Alpena Community College, and a grant application for coastal protection and green stormwater infrastructure.

• Approve bills totaling $1,655,803.11
• Approve 2024 Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Christmas parades
• Budget amendment for Second Avenue Bridge insurance
• Law enforcement coverage agreement with Alpena Community College
• Coastal Management Program grant application for coastal protection and green stormwater projects

The City Council approved a series of consent items including bills totaling $1,655,803.11 and the 2024 meeting schedule. The council also awarded a multi-year custodial services contract and authorized a grant application for coastal protection.

• Approved bills in the amount of $1,655,803.11 (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Christmas parades (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Council Meeting Schedule (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Second Avenue bridge insurance (5-0)
• Appointed Tom Tuuri to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term (5-0)
• Awarded custodial services bid to On the Spot Services for 2024-2026 (5-0)
• Approved law enforcement coverage agreement for Alpena Community College Board meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-16 for a Coastal Protection and Green Stormwater Infrastructure grant application (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, consent agenda, and several ordinance readings. Key items include a first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment, third readings for DDA boundary expansion and tax increment financing plan, and discussion of a mayoral vacancy. The consent agenda includes approving $339,560.86 in bills, renewing an insurance policy for $152,245, and approving a MDOT contract for road work on Long Rapids Road.

• Approve bills totaling $339,560.86
• Renew 2024 property/liability insurance with Michigan Municipal League for $152,245
• Approve MDOT Contract No. 23-5460 for Long Rapids Road resurfacing
• First reading of Ordinance 23-499 amending zoning districts
• Third reading of Ordinance 23-496 expanding DDA boundaries

The City Council awarded the Fair Avenue Reconstruction Project to MacArthur Construction and approved several ordinances regarding zoning and the Downtown Development Authority. The council also authorized a new appointment to the Alpena County Land Bank Authority and approved a fire hydrant replacement project.

• Awarded 2023 Fair Avenue Reconstruction Project to MacArthur Construction for $1,190,882 (4-0)
• Awarded 2023 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project to E & M Property Improvements for $26,775 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-499 amending Zoning Ordinance Article 5 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-496 expanding Downtown Development Authority boundaries (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-497 adopting amended DDA Development and Tax Increment Financing Plan (5-0)
• Approved $339,560.86 in bills and $152,245 for 2024 Property and Liability Insurance (5-0)
• Appointed Danny Mitchell to the Alpena County Land Bank Authority (5-0)
• Approved closure of alleyway between 2nd and 3rd Avenue through November 01, 2024 (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to rezone part of 350 Pinecrest Street from R-2 to OS-1, approve a consent agenda including $502,423.51 in bills and a $5,819.40 city manager salary increase, and receive updates on the water plant intake inspection and pending litigation. The meeting also includes a public hearing, presentations of lifesaving citations, and a closed session for litigation discussions.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-498 to rezone a portion of 350 Pinecrest Street from R-2 to OS-1
• Consent agenda: bills totaling $502,423.51 and budget amendment to increase city manager salary by $5,819.40
• Public hearing (item 6) — no specific topic listed
• Water Production Plant Intake Inspection Update by City Manager Rachel Smolinski
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation (Michigan Tax Tribunal, Alpena Biorefinery)

The City Council accepted the resignation of Mayor Matt Waligora effective December 31, 2023. The council also approved a zoning map modification and several financial payments. A report was provided regarding blockages at the water production plant intake.

• Accepted resignation of Mayor Matt Waligora effective December 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-498 rezoning part of 350 Pinecrest Street from R-2 to OS-1 (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $502,423.51 (5-0)
• Approved $6,500 payment to GOC Enterprises (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to increase City Manager salary by $5,819.40 for remainder of FY24 (5-0)
• Approved October 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Alpena City Council

The Council will consider second readings for ordinances expanding the Downtown Development Authority boundaries and updating its tax financing plan. The agenda also includes a first reading for rezoning 350 Pinecrest Street and discussions regarding the City Manager's employment agreement.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-496 to expand Downtown Development Authority boundaries
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-497 for DDA development and tax financing plan
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-498 to rezone 350 Pinecrest Street from R-2 to OS-1
• Approval of bills totaling $379,537.65
• Discussion on Alpena Civic Theatre lease renewal

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will hold first readings for ordinances to expand the Downtown Development Authority boundaries and update its tax financing plan. The council will also consider a $23,000 contract with Wolverine Fireworks Display Inc. for the July 2024 fireworks show.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-496 to expand Downtown Development Authority boundaries
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-497 regarding DDA development and tax financing plan
• Approval of $23,000 contract with Wolverine Fireworks Display Inc. for July 2024 fireworks
• Approval of bills totaling $749,916.19
• Discussion of various engineering service proposals and bid recommendations

Regular Meeting (Adjusted for Labor Day)

The Alpena City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 5, 2023, with a public hearing, consent agenda, and presentations. Key items include a presentation on the City's Strategic Plan, a PILOT agreement for Bingham Apartments, and several marina-related contracts. The council will also adjourn to closed session to discuss water/sewer litigation and a police union contract, with potential action on the latter.

• Bills to be allowed in the amount of $501,699.47
• Budget amendments to carry over funds: $19,077 for Police, $5,500 for Building & Grounds, $527,000 for Marina Fund, $17,900 for Fire
• Bingham Apartments PILOT agreement
• Travel lift operator and winter storage services contract
• Marine and storage marina shop lease renewal

The Council approved a collective bargaining agreement for the Alpena Police Supervisory Division and renewed a lease with All Marine and Storage of Alpena. Other actions included approving $501,699.47 in bills and several budget carry-over requests.

• Approved $501,699.47 in bills (4-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Alpena Police Supervisory Division (4-0)
• Renewed lease with All Marine and Storage of Alpena through Dec 31, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved travel lift operator and winter storage services contract through June 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for ambulance transport with Presque Isle Township (4-0)
• Approved budget carry-overs for Police ($19,077), Building and Grounds ($5,500), Marina Fund ($527,000), and Fire Department ($17,900) (4-0)
• Approved variance of Council Policy No. 18 for pump quotes and PO (4-0)
• Appointed Logan Kemp to Planning Commission and Boris Gerber to Wildlife Sanctuary Board (4-0)

Alpena City Council

The Council will review several budget amendment requests to carry funds from FY23 to FY24 across the General, Sewer, Water, Local Streets, and Water funds. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend soil erosion and sedimentation control codes and a scheduled closed session regarding water and sewer litigation.

• Budget amendment to carry over $1,210,000 from FY23 to FY24 in the Sewer Fund
• Budget amendment to carry over $1,054,000 from FY23 to FY24 in the Water Fund
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-494 regarding Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control
• Approval of bills totaling $507,058.33
• Appointment of Corey Canute to the Downtown Development Authority

The City Council approved a consent agenda including bill payments, board appointments, and several budget carry-overs from FY23 to FY24. The council also adopted the Alpena Area Lake Huron Forever Pledge and amended the Code of Ordinances regarding soil erosion and sedimentation control.

• Approved bills in the amount of $507,058.33 (5-0)
• Recognized Alpena Youth Center, Inc. as a non-profit for charitable gaming license purposes (5-0)
• Appointed Corey Canute to the Downtown Development Authority for a 4-year term (5-0)
• Reappointed Jerry Tracy to the Authority for Brownfield Redevelopment for a 3-year term (5-0)
• Approved budget carry-overs from FY23 to FY24 for General, Sewer, Local Streets, and Water Funds (5-0)
• Approved FY24 school liaison agreement with Alpena Public Schools (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-13 Alpena Area Lake Huron Forever Pledge (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Goose Hunt for September 7, 14, and 21 (3-2)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council approved a three-year contract for the Police Patrol Officers Division and awarded a contract to Tempest Enterprises for water plant SCADA installation. The council also reviewed several reports, including the Housing Needs Assessment and the FY23 fourth quarter financial report.

• Awarded $362,344.17 contract to Tempest Enterprises for Water Recycling Plant SCADA installation
• Approved three-year contract for Police Patrol Officers Division
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-12 regarding Land and Water Conservation Fund Development Project Agreement
• Approved Michigan Boating Pumpout Grant Program Project Agreement
• Authorized bills totaling $413,700.31

The City Council approved a consent agenda including bills totaling $719,192.32 and budget amendments to carry over funds for demolition and equipment. The council also authorized a bridge closure for a September event and updated the electrical permit fee schedule.

• Approved bills in the amount of $719,192.32 (5-0)
• Approved budget carry-over of $48,000 for demolition of 214 W. Lake Street (5-0)
• Approved budget carry-over of $19,050 for fitness equipment and water rescue projects (5-0)
• Approved closure of Second Avenue bridge for Brendon Mac event on September 02, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Huron Pines’ request for Mich-e-ke-wis shoreline restoration project (5-0)
• Added $40 generator load calculation fee to electrical permit fee schedule (5-0)
• Nominated Mayor Matthew Waligora to the Alpena County Land Bank Authority (5-0)
• Reappointed Todd Britton to the Downtown Development Authority (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The City Council will consider potential action on a collective bargaining agreement for the Alpena Patrol Officers Division. The agenda also includes presentations on shoreline restoration, housing needs, and economic development.

• Potential action on Collective Bargasting Agreement for Alpena Patrol Officers Division
• Approval of $413,700.31 in bills
• Resolution No. 2023-12 regarding Land and Water Conservation Fund Development Project Agreement
• Michigan Boating Pumpout Grant Program Project Agreement approval
• Discussion on Water Recycling Plant SCADA Installation

The City Council awarded a $362,344.17 contract for Water Recycling Plant SCADA installation to Tempest Enterprises. Council also approved a three-year contract for Police Patrol Officers. Additionally, the council approved $413,700.31 in bills and two DNR project agreements.

• Awarded Water Recycling Plant SCADA installation to Tempest Enterprises for $362,344.17 (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract for Police Patrol Officers (5-0)
• Approved bills in the amount of $413,700.31 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-12 for Land and Water Conservation Fund Development Project Agreement with Michigan DNR (5-0)
• Approved Michigan Boating Pumpout Grant Program Project Agreement with Michigan DNR (5-0)
• Cast votes for Michigan Municipal League Workers’ Compensation Fund Board of Trustees (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will review a second reading of an ordinance to amend the city zoning map. The agenda also includes a new Class C liquor license application for Sanctuary Cinema, LLC and approval of a Waterways Grant Agreement.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-493 to amend the City of Alpena Zoning Map
• New Class C liquor license application for Sanctuary Cinema, LLC at 101 S. Second Avenue
• Approval of Waterways Grant Agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources
• Approval of bills totaling $912,023.07
• Adoption of Council Policy Statement No. 61 regarding Canvass of Personal Property

The City Council approved over $912,000 in bills and a zoning map amendment. Other actions included approving a liquor license recommendation for Sanctuary Cinema, LLC and a contract for assessing services. The council also authorized the investment of joint escrow funds into a certificate of deposit.

• Approved bills totaling $912,023.07 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class C liquor license for Sanctuary Cinema, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Waterways Grant Agreement and Resolution No. 2023-11 (4-0)
• Corrected social media policy (Policy No. 60) and adopted Council Policy Statement No. 61 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-493 to amend the City of Alpena zoning map (4-0)
• Approved Assessor’s contract (4-0)
• Approved investment of joint escrow funds in a 9-month Nicolet National Bank CD (4-0)
• Received and filed Huron Humane Society semi-annual report (4-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will review a first reading of an ordinance to amend the city zoning map and discuss attorney fees for water and sewer litigation. The council also plans to address several service agreement renewals and approve bills totaling $426,217.78.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-493 to amend the City of Alpena Zoning Map
• Approval of bills to be allowed in the amount of $426,217.78
• Service agreements for Huron Humane Society, Target Alpena Development Corporation, and Thunder Bay Arts Council
• Discussion regarding attorney's fees for water and sewer litigation
• Closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreements for Police Command and Patrol Units

The City Council approved a consent agenda including bills totaling $426,217.78 and several service agreements. The council also authorized payment for water and sewer litigation attorney fees and granted specific noise ordinance variances for a local business.

• Approved bills in the amount of $426,217.78 (4-0)
• Modified budget adoption resolution to change effective date of revised fees to July 01, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved service agreement with Huron Humane Society for July 01, 2023, to June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved service agreement with Target Alpena Development Corporation for July 01, 2023, to June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved service agreement with Thunder Bay Arts Council for July 01, 2023, to June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved $27,555 for attorney fees for water and sewer litigation (4-0)
• Approved noise ordinance variances for Joe’s Bar at 1300 Ford Avenue for July 1st, 8th, and 15th, 2023, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. (4-0)

Alpena City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 23/24 budget, including adoption resolutions and an amended FY 22/23 budget. The council will also review recommendations for water and sewer rates from the City Engineer.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 23/24 Budget and Appropriations Resolution No. 2023-06
• Review of Water and Sewer Rates Recommendation for FY23-24
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-491 to amend the City Zoning Map
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-492 regarding Fire Prevention and Protection language
• Approval of bills totaling $384,514.80

The City Council adopted the fiscal year 23/24 budget and approved corresponding millage rates and fund appropriations. Council also approved increases for water and sewer rates for the 23/24 fiscal year. Additionally, the council passed ordinances amending the zoning map and fire prevention regulations.

• Adopted FY 23/24 budget and Resolution No. 2023-05 for millage rates (5-0)
• Approved water and sewer rate increases for FY 23/24 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-491 to amend the zoning map (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-492 regarding Fire Prevention and Protection (5-0)
• Approved bills to be allowed in the amount of $384,392.41 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 tax rate request (5-0)
• Approved outdoor concerts and noise variance for Fresh Palate alley (5-0)
• Adopted amended budget for FY 22/23 (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the preliminary FY24 City Budget. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning map amendments, fire prevention updates, and several contract approvals.

• Public Hearing: Preliminary FY24 City Budget
• Ordinance No. 23-491: Amends the City of Alpena Zoning Map
• Ordinance No. 23-492: Amends Chapter 38, Fire Prevention and Protection
• Consent Agenda: Bills totaling $267,932.48
• Budget Amendment: Increase Building Inspection Fund by $3,132

The Council approved a fuel supply contract for the City Marina and increased the household recycling surcharge to $25. Other actions included approving a NEZ certificate for Peak Services LLC and authorizing a tax tribunal appeal. A public hearing for the FY24 preliminary budget was held, with final approval scheduled for June 5, 2023.

• Approved $267,932.48 in bills (5-0)
• Increased household recycling surcharge to $25 (5-0)
• Approved NEZ certificate for Peak Services LLC at 113 S. Second Avenue (4-1)
• Approved fee schedule for out-of-city fire safety inspections (5-0)
• Approved $40,400 contract modification for A-1 Tree Service bagged leaf and lawn pickup (5-0)
• Awarded Alpena Marina fuel supply contract to Blarney Castle (5-0)
• Approved alleyway closures between 2nd and 3rd Avenues and next to the Black Sheep (5-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to file Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal regarding Alpena County equalization study (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The City Council will consider second readings for three ordinances amending the city zoning ordinance and map. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 preliminary budget.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-488 regarding construction language and signs
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-489 and 23-490 amending the City Zoning Map
• Approval of bills totaling $234,587.86
• Noise ordinance variance request for Ripley Boulevard resurfacing project
• Resolution 2023-09 regarding Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate for Peak Services, LLC

The City Council approved several zoning ordinances and a contract for carbon changeout services. They also authorized a design agreement for water production plant clear wells and renewed a city tree planting contract.

• Approved $345,576 contract with Calgon Carbon Corporation (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-488 amending zoning language and signs (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-489 amending zoning map (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-490 amending zoning map (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with HRC for Water Production Plant clear well design (5-0)
• Approved tree planting contract renewal with Prattscape LLC at $75 per bush and $425 per tree (5-0)
• Approved $234,587.86 in bills (5-0)
• Postponed decision on Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for Peak Services, LLC (4-1)

Alpena City Council

The City Council is reviewing a public hearing and resolution for a MEDC-CDBG grant application to renovate Culligan Plaza. The project includes parking lot repairs, curb and pavement work, and the addition of a new public restroom facility.

• Resolution No. 2023-07: Application for $991,995 in CDBG funds for Culligan Plaza
• Proposed project budget estimated at $1,185,550.00 with a $118,555 local cash match
• Sanctuary Cinema, LLC DDA Class C License application for 101 S. Second Avenue
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-488 regarding zoning language and signs
• First reading of Ordinances 23-489 and 23-490 regarding the City Zoning Map

The City Council approved a resolution for the MEDC Public Gathering Spaces Initiative and awarded a utility system topographic survey contract to Huron Engineering. The council also approved $287,649.15 in bills and updated the ambulance fee schedule. A bid for marina fuel delivery was rejected.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07 for Public Gathering Spaces Initiative (4-0)
• Approved $287,649.15 in bills (4-0)
• Established May 15, 2023, as the public hearing date for FY 2024 budget (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Sanctuary Cinema, LLC DDA Class C license (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-08 for State of Michigan funding request (4-0)
• Awarded 2023 Utility System Topographic Survey to Huron Engineering for $67,384 (4-0)
• Denied fuel supply and delivery bid from Crystal Flash for Alpena Marina (2-2)
• Approved ambulance fee schedule effective July 1, 2023 (4-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council meeting on April 3, 2023, includes discussions on a budget amendment to transfer $33,660 from the Equipment Fund to the General Fund. The agenda also features a proposed contract extension with Arrowhead Upfitters and a closed session regarding a tax appeal.

• Budget amendment request to transfer $33,660 from the Equipment Fund to the General Fund
• Approval of bills totaling $265,190.41
• Reappointment of Rachel Smolinski and Anna Soik to the Building Authority for three-year terms
• Approval of Class B Used Vehicle Dealer License for F & S Auto Sales at 584 June Street
• Contract extension with Arrowhead Upfitters

The City Council approved a consent agenda including bills, board reappointments, a dealer license, and a budget transfer. Council also extended a contract with Arrowhead Upfitters for vehicle upfitting. A closed session was held regarding a tax appeal.

• Approved bills in the amount of $265,190.41 (5-0)
• Reappointed Rachel Smolinski and Anna Soik to the Building Authority (5-0)
• Approved Class B Used Vehicle Dealer License for F & S Auto Sales (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to transfer $33,660 from Equipment Fund to General Fund (5-0)
• Awarded contract extension to Arrowhead Upfitters through June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The Council will review a zoning ordinance amendment and several new business items including road resurfacing and maintenance contracts. The meeting also includes reports from the Wildlife Sanctuary Board and Thunder Bay Arts Council.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 23-487 regarding construction, districts, and regulations
• Landscape Architectural Services for Culligan Plaza by Drost Landscape, Inc.
• 2023 Resurfacing Project
• Electrical and Fiber Optic Maintenance Contract Renewal
• Professional Engineering Services for Third Avenue, Bagley Street, and Hobbs Drive

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including road resurfacing and intersection modernization. The council also adopted an amendment to the City Zoning Ordinance and authorized a grant application for marina improvements.

• Approved $341,258.96 in bills (5-0)
• Approved landscape architectural services for Culligan Plaza by Drost Landscape, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved additional capital improvement plan projects for the Fire Department (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-487 amending the City Zoning Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-04 to apply for a Waterways Program Grant for Alpena Marina (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Resurfacing Project to Everett Goodrich Trucking for $483,110 (5-0)
• Approved five-year electric and fiber optic maintenance contract renewal with Thunder Bay Electric (5-0)
• Approved $34,990 proposal from Huron Engineering and Surveying, Inc. for intersection modernization (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a brownfield plan for a mixed-use development at 400 W. Chisholm Street. The plan, which includes environmental cleanup and infrastructure costs totaling $1,069,675, would be reimbursed through tax increment financing over 11-12 years. The council will also consider a second reading of a medical marijuana ordinance amendment and other items.

• Public hearing and vote on Brownfield Plan for 400 W. Chisholm Street redevelopment, with $1,069,675 in eligible activities
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 23-484 amending medical marijuana and adult-use marijuana establishment regulations
• Consent agenda includes bills totaling $120,722.69 and approval of a second amendment to a purchase and sale agreement for US 23 N. property
• New business: Ripley Boulevard construction engineering services and revisions to Council Policy Statement No. 33 on ordinance enforcement for citizen complaints
• Closed session to discuss an update on sewer and water litigation

The City Council adopted a Brownfield Plan for the redevelopment of 400 W. Chisholm Street. The council also approved a contract for engineering services on Ripley Boulevard and amended a marihuana establishment ordinance.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-03 adopting the Brownfield Plan for 400 W. Chisholm Redevelopment (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $41,104 contract with Huron Engineering & Surveying, Inc. for Ripley Boulevard inspection (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-484 amending Medical Marihuana Facilities and Adult-Use Marihuana Establishments (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $120,722.69 in bills (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved second amendment to US 23 N. property purchase and sale agreement with WSSA LLC (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved revisions to Council Policy Statement No. 33 regarding Ordinance Enforcement Procedures for Citizen Complaints (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Steve Shultz as alternate representative to the Northeast Michigan Materials Management Authority Board (4-0, 1 absent)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will hold second readings of three ordinances: one amending medical and adult-use marijuana facility regulations, one adjusting the retirement system, and one extending a school tax exemption. The council will also consider several capital improvement projects, including dock replacement, water plant equipment upgrades, and firefighter gear purchases, and may approve a collective bargaining agreement with public works union TPOAM after a closed session.

• Second reading of Ordinance 23-484 amending medical marijuana and adult-use marijuana establishment regulations
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-485 amending the retirement system (Section 62-73(b)(5))
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-486 extending the Bingham School tax exemption duration
• 2023 dock replacement project presented by Harbormaster
• Approval of $5,000 allocation to Northeast Michigan Materials Management Authority for Clean Up Day and Electronics Day

The City Council approved several capital projects, including marina dock replacement and water plant equipment. They also passed ordinances regarding the retirement system and school tax exemptions, and ratified a DPW collective bargaining agreement.

• Approved $231,250 dock replacement at Alpena Marina with Kropf Industrial (4-0)
• Approved $16,875.76 purchase of Autoclave Sterilizer for Water Production Plant (4-0)
• Awarded $37,971 Water Recycling Plant Detriter Replacement Project to Meridian Contracting Services (3-1)
• Approved $234,120 budget amendment for one plow truck and directed staff to order another for next fiscal year (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-02 challenging 2023 Proposed Industrial Class Assessment Increases (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-485 amending the Retirement System (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-486 amending Bingham School Tax Exemption duration (4-0)
• Ratified TPOAM Department of Public Works collective bargaining agreement proposal (4-0)

CIP Special Meeting

The Alpena Municipal Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint special meeting to discuss the draft 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes public comment and a single discussion item on the plan.

• Discussion of the 2024-2029 Draft Capital Improvement Plan

The Municipal Council and Planning Commission held a joint meeting to review department head requests. The council approved the 2024–2029 Capital Improvement Plan as drafted, with one specific correction regarding bridge inspection frequency.

• Approved 2024–2029 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)

Alpena City Council

The Alpena City Council will hold a work session on Marihuana Ordinance No. 23-484 and adjourn to closed session to discuss sewer and water litigation. The agenda also includes first readings of two ordinances: one amending the retirement system and another amending the Bingham School Tax Exemption duration. Consent agenda items include approval of bills totaling $216,856.80 and a rental agreement with Don's Tractor & Equipment Sales.

• Marihuana Ordinance No. 23-484 work session
• Closed session to discuss sewer and water litigation
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-485 amending retirement system
• First reading of Ordinance No. 23-486 amending Bingham School Tax Exemption
• Approval of bills totaling $216,856.80

The City Council approved a Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant and authorized a design for Culligan Plaza. The council also approved several budget amendments and a grant writing services agreement.

• Approved MEDC Grant Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Culligan Plaza design to proceed (5-0)
• Approved $216,856.80 in bills (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to reduce Police revenue by $23,750 and increase expenditure by $21,250 (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to decrease Fire/EMS revenue by $128,000 (5-0)
• Approved amended services agreement with Target Alpena for grant writing at $961.54 per week (5-0)
• Approved rental agreement with Don’s Tractor & Equipment Sales (5-0)
• Approved 2023 fireworks permit (5-0)

Regular Meeting (Adjusted for Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

The Alpena City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2023, to consider renewing the city's concrete and hot-mixed asphalt patching programs, hear the second-quarter financial report, and receive semi-annual reports from Target Alpena and the Huron Humane Society. The council will also hold a public hearing and consider a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes request from Hope Network. The meeting will adjourn to closed session to discuss sewer and water litigation.

• City Concrete Program renewal recommendation
• Hot Mixed Asphalt Patching Program contract renewal recommendation
• Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Report
• Hope Network PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) Request
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2022

The Council approved contracts for the city concrete and hot mixed asphalt patching programs. It also authorized $616,680.37 in bills and appointed three members to the Wildlife Sanctuary Board.

• Approved bills totaling $616,680.37 (5-0)
• Appointed Lucille Bray, Lorenzo Johns, and Lisa Kruse to the Wildlife Sanctuary Board (5-0)
• Approved resolution no. 2023-01 allowing resident taxpayers to file Board of Review protests by letter (5-0)
• Approved sidewalk program contract with Bedrock Contracting (5-0)
• Established 2023 property owner sidewalk rate at $4.04 per square foot (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Hot Mixed Asphalt Patching Program Contract renewal with Everett Goodrich Trucking, Inc. (5-0)
• Received and filed FY22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Target Alpena semi-annual report, and Huron Humane Society semi-annual report (5-0)
• Received and filed second quarter FY23 financial report (5-0)

Regular Meeting (Adjusted for New Year's Day)

The Alpena City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to conditionally rezone 423 South 7th Ave from R-2 to R-T for a duplex conversion, and a first reading of an ordinance amending medical and adult-use marijuana regulations. The council will also approve bills totaling $237,428.57, appoint representatives to a new materials management authority, and adjourn to closed session for litigation updates.

• Second reading of Ordinance 22-483 to conditionally rezone 423 South 7th Ave from R-2 to R-T for a duplex
• First reading of Ordinance 23-484 amending Chapter 18 on medical and adult-use marijuana facilities
• Approval of bills totaling $237,428.57
• Appointment of Councilwoman Cindy Johnson and City Manager Rachel Smolinski to the Northeast Michigan Materials Management Authority Board
• Closed session to discuss sewer and water litigation and a tax appeal

The City Council approved a zoning map amendment and a consent agenda including bills totaling $237,428.57 and a budget decrease for the Thunder Bay River Center Project. The council held a first reading of a marihuana establishments ordinance, which will be revised for a future meeting.

• Approved bills in the amount of $237,428.57 (4-0)
• Approved collection of 2023 property taxes for Alpena Public Schools (4-0)
• Appointed Councilwoman Cindy Johnson and City Manager Rachel Smolinski to the Northeast Michigan Materials Management Authority Board (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment to decrease Thunder Bay River Center Project expense by $8,050 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-483 to amend the City of Alpena Zoning Map (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 23-484 regarding marihuana establishments for revisions and a second reading