Allegan public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will review several financial and infrastructure items, including an industrial tax certificate and utility maintenance. The meeting also includes reports from various city boards and requests for department purchase orders.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 23.39 for an Industrial Facility Tax Certificate for Advanced Architectural Products LLC at 959 Industrial Drive
• $175,699 purchase order for Fedewa Inc. for painting and maintenance at the Western Ave water tower
• $38,600 purchase order for Valley Truck Parts to refurbish DPW dump truck #235
• Approval of the 2024 financial contribution to the Allegan Fire District
• Request to approve the opening of the Trestle Trail Bridge

Study Session

This study session involves discussions on several municipal topics, including the future use of the Girl Scout property and potential changes to election precincts. No official actions or votes will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion regarding Future Use of the Girl Scout Property
• Discussion regarding the Potential Permanent Combination of Allegan’s Election Precincts
• Discussion regarding Use of the City Hall Basement
• Discussion regarding Public Art Installations in City Hall and at the Griswold Auditorium
• Discussion regarding the Development Agreement with Joe and Deb Leverence

Study Session

This study session is for discussion only, and no official action will be taken. The council will review the FY2023 Audit Report, downtown refuse program fees, and recent revenue and expenditure reports.

• Presentation of the FY2023 Audit Report by Siegfried Crandall
• Review of Downtown Refuse Program Fees
• Discussion regarding a grant for improvements to the Allegan City Dam
• Review of September and October revenue and expenditure reports

City Council

The Allegan City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 27, 2023, with action items including a second reading and adoption of Ordinance 516 (amending chapters 19, 20, and 22 of the city code), several resolutions (budget adjustments, downtown refuse rates, bow hunt at Padgham Field, MDOT roundabout contract, poverty exemption guidelines, wayfinding plan, employee expenditures), and approval of accounts payable and payroll. The council will also consider an emergency purchase for dump truck repairs ($7,321.16) and other administrative items.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 516 to amend Chapters 19, 20, and 22 of the City Code
• Resolution 23.32 approving 1st Quarter Budget Adjustments
• Resolution 23.33 approving Downtown Refuse Program Rates
• Emergency purchase for repair work on 2008 Ford one-ton dump truck, $7,321.16
• Resolution 23.34 authorizing bow hunt at Padgham Field Airport for animal control

City Council adopted Ordinance 516 to amend the City Code of Ordinances and approved several budget adjustments. The council also authorized a bow hunt at Padgham Field Airport and adopted the City of Allegan Wayfinding Plan.

• Adopted Ordinance 516 to amend Chapters 19, 20, and 22 of the City Code (5-1)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.32 for 1st Quarter Budget Adjustments (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution 23.33 for Downtown Refuse Program Rates (5-1)
• Authorized $7,321.16 budget adjustment for 2008 Ford dump truck repair (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.34 to authorize bow hunt at Padgham Field Airport (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23.35 to approve MDOT roundabout contract (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23.37 to adopt the City of Allegan Wayfinding Plan (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold elections for Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem and consider multiple ordinances. The meeting also includes requests to approve various purchase orders for water utilities, public works, and facility repairs.

• Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem
• Addition of 605 N Eastern Avenue to the Industrial Development District
• $25,150.60 purchase order for replacement chlorine pumps at the Water Treatment Plant
• $12,218.40 kayak launch replacement at Jaycee Park and a $2,500 budget adjustment
• $8,995 purchase order for Eastern Avenue lift station pump repairs

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss council rules of procedure and annual board appointments. Members will also review the Wayfinding Report and updates regarding downtown infrastructure, streetscape projects, and the refuse program implementation.

• Discussion regarding City Council Rules of Procedure
• Discussion regarding City Council Annual Board Appointments
• Review of City of Allegan Wayfinding Report
• Review of Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update
• Review of Downtown Refuse Program Implementation

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding cemeteries, garbage, and offenses. The meeting also includes requests for utility station rehabilitation and a tree removal program.

• $430,000 purchase order to Northwest Kent Mechanical for Eastern Avenue Lift Station rehab
• $18,085 purchase order for CHOP FY2024 Annual Tree Removal Program
• $92,300 purchase order for a new closed loop cooling system from Northwest Kent Mechanical
• Six-month due diligence agreement with Joe and Deb Leverence for land north of the water treatment plant
• Special use permit for commercial day care at 402 Trowbridge Street

Study Session

The City Council will conduct a study session to review several municipal items. No action will be taken during this meeting, which focuses on reviewing reports and ordinances.

• Review of Downtown Infrastructure Streetscape Report
• Review of City Council Rules of Procedure
• Review of Ordinance Chapters 19, 20, 22, and 27

City Council

The Allegan City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 9, 2023, with several action items. They will consider first reading of an ordinance amending garbage and refuse regulations, and second reading/adoption of a code-wide ordinance amendment. They will also review purchase orders for potholing services, snow clearing, and engineering design, plus a resolution to establish an early voting precinct and a rental housing program contract.

• First reading of Ordinance 513 to amend Chapter 12 (Garbage and Refuse)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 511 amending multiple chapters of the code
• Purchase order for Plummer's Environmental for potholing services ($105,788)
• Contract with Wesseling Services LLC for downtown winter snow clearing ($82,500)
• Resolution 23.29 to establish an early voting precinct

City Council adopted Ordinance 511 to amend multiple chapters of the City Code. The council also authorized purchase orders for water utility services, snow clearing, and bridge engineering, and established an early voting precinct.

• Adopted Ordinance 511 amending multiple City Code chapters (6-1)
• Approved $82,500 purchase order for Plummer’s Environmental potholing services (7-0)
• Approved $82,500 contract with Wesseling Services LLC for 2023-2026 downtown snow clearing (7-0)
• Approved $6,000 purchase order for Scott Engineering for 2nd Street Bridge watermain anchor design (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.29 to establish an early voting precinct (7-0)
• Approved contract with Professional Code Inspections of Michigan, Inc for Rental Housing Program (6-1)
• Declared a street sweeper and power washer as surplus for auction (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for Ordinance 513 (6-1) and Ordinance 514 (4-3)

Study Session

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will hear a presentation on road conditions (PASER ratings), discuss how city proclamations are handled, and review dam inspection reports from 2017, 2020, and 2023. They will also review the agenda for the regular meeting that follows at 7:00 pm.

• Presentation on PASER road ratings
• Discussion on city proclamations
• Review of 2017, 2020, 2023 dam inspection reports
• Public comment period
• Review of council agenda for regular meeting

City Council established different approval paths for city staff and outside proclamations. Council also agreed to add a first reading of an ordinance regarding bow hunting on public land to a future regular meeting agenda.

• Decided staff-led proclamations can be placed on regular agendas without prior Council review
• Decided proclamations from outside individuals/organizations must be reviewed at a study session before being added to a regular agenda
• Agreed to add first reading of Ordinance 514 (bow hunting on public land for animal population control) to the regular meeting agenda

City Council

The City Council will review several items including an emergency ordinance regarding bow hunting and updates to the City Code of Ordinances. The meeting also includes requests for engineering and environmental work related to Padgham Field Airport and 300 Monroe.

• Adoption of Emergency Ordinance 512 to authorize bow and arrow discharge for wildlife control
• $43,600 purchase order for SME regarding a leaking underground storage tank at 300 Monroe
• Resolution 23.28 to authorize an MDOT contract for a six-unit t-hangar building at Padgham Field Airport
• $55,000 purchase order for Prein & Newhof Engineering for Padgham Field Airport design services
• First reading of Ordinance 511 to amend multiple chapters of the City Code of Ordinances

Study Session

This study session includes discussions regarding water and sewer readiness to serve charges and a presentation on the Allegan City Dam Removal 100 Percent Design Report. The council will also review recent revenue, expenditure, and downtown infrastructure reports.

• Discussion regarding Water and Sewer Readiness to Serve Charges
• Presentation on the Allegan City Dam Removal 100 Percent Design Report
• Review of August Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update Report
• Review of July and August Revenue and Expenditure Reports

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss potential updates to multiple chapters of the City of Allegan Code of Ordinances. The discussion involves city staff and the City Attorney regarding proposed changes to Chapters 1-5, 7-8, 10-12, 14, 15, 18, and 21.

• Discussion of proposed changes to various chapters of the City Code of Ordinances

City Council discussed proposed changes to multiple chapters of the City of Allegan Code of Ordinances. Council directed staff to add a first reading of most presented chapters to the September 25, 2023, agenda.

• Directed staff to add first reading of proposed changes to Chapters 1-5, 7, 10-12, 14, 15, 18, and 21 (excluding Chapters 8 and 12) to the September 25, 2023, agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review and take action on the 2023 City Manager contract. The agenda also includes a request for a closed session regarding a personnel evaluation.

• Approval of the 2023 City Manager contract
• Closed session for periodic personnel evaluation of a public officer or employee

The City Council met for a special session to approve the 2023 City Manager Contract. The council also held a closed session and discussed a resident's issues with the city.

• Approved 2023 City Manager Contract (6-1)
• Entered closed session per MCL 15.268(a) (7-0)
• Exited closed session (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several administrative items, including a proposal to transfer retirement plan recordkeeping from John Hancock to Empower. The agenda also includes a request to combine two parcels on Maple Street and updates regarding the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project.

• Resolution 23.26 to transfer retirement plan recordkeeping from John Hancock to Empower
• Minor plat amendment to combine parcels at 527 Maple St and 531 Maple St
• July 2023 Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Progress report
• Proposed changes to multiple chapters of the City of Allegan Code of Ordinances
• Cancellation of the September 11, 2023, Council meeting for the County Fair Parade

City Council authorized a $16,200 contract for lane striping and approved transferring retirement recordkeeping to Empower. The council also approved several facility use requests and a minor plat amendment on Maple Street.

• Authorized $16,200 purchase order for Michigan Pavement Marking Company (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.26 to transfer retirement recordkeeping from John Hancock to Empower (7-0)
• Approved plat amendment to combine parcels at 527 and 531 Maple (7-0)
• Approved $200 charge for Wings of Hope use of Griswold Auditorium and Marilla Lounge (6-1)
• Approved $200 charge for Allegan Heroes use of Griswold Auditorium building (6-1)
• Approved $200 charge for Allegan Speak Up use of Griswold Auditorium (5-1-1)
• Denied request to develop a plan for removal of the dam powerhouse (2-5)
• Denied request to clear Ronald Jones’s water and sewer account balance (2-5)

Study Session

This study session includes discussions regarding a proposed development for Pingree Park and a potential rental inspection program. The council will also review an economic development report and discuss installing EV charging stations.

• Review of Economic Development Report from Michael Kiella and Dave Redding
• Discussion regarding a Proposed Development for Pingree Park (Joe & Deb Leverence)
• Discussion regarding a Rental Inspection Program
• Discussion regarding Installation of EV Charging Stations

The City Council held a study session to discuss several proposals, including a rental inspection program and the installation of EV charging stations. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed proposal for developing land formerly known as Pingree Park
• Discussed PCI's proposal for a rental inspection program
• Discussed installation of EV charging stations in Downtown Allegan
• Received formal resignation of Michael Kiella from the Allegan Economic Development Corporation

City Council

The City Council will review several purchase orders for water utility equipment and discuss the construction of six new dumpster enclosures in Downtown Allegan. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an OPRA application for 128 Locust Street.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 23.25 for the 128 Locust Street OPRA application
• $12,566.00 purchase order for three valves at the Water Resource Recovery Facility
• $14,200.00 purchase order for replacement parts for the JWC Septage Honey Monster
• Approval of updated AT&T cellular lease agreement terms
• Construction of six dumpster enclosures in Downtown Allegan

The City Council approved the construction of six dumpster enclosures in Downtown Allegan and adopted a 9-year OPRA certificate for 128 Locust Street. The council also authorized several purchase orders for water utility equipment and updated a cellular lease agreement with AT&T.

• Adopted Resolution 23.25 for a 9-year OPRA certificate for 128 Locust Street (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Approved $12,566 purchase order for Systems Specialties for water facility valves (7-0)
• Approved $14,200 purchase order for Kennedy Industries for septage replacement parts (7-0)
• Accepted report regarding payment for emergency work by Waste Recovery Systems on Eastern Avenue lift station (7-0)
• Approved updated AT&T cellular lease agreement terms (7-0)
• Approved construction of six dumpster enclosures in Downtown Allegan (5-1-1)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and property items, including a repair contract for the Riverfront Boardwalk. The meeting also includes discussions on declaring an emergency siren surplus and approving various land division and plat amendment requests.

• Authorize $87,610.00 purchase order for Riverworks Construction for Riverfront Boardwalk repairs
• Declare the emergency siren at 300 Monroe Street as surplus
• Approve proposed land division of Parcel# 03-51-200-004-00 at 925 River Street
• Authorize transfer of FY2019 airport funds to Coleman A. Young Airport in Detroit
• Appoint Sara Ramaker and Marjori Cantwell to the Historic District Commission

The City Council approved several infrastructure and administrative actions, including a contract for boardwalk repairs and a land division on River Street. The council also appointed two members to the Historic District Commission and authorized a lease agreement with a chiropractic clinic.

• Approved $87,610 purchase order for Riverworks Construction for Riverfront Boardwalk repairs (7-0)
• Approved land division of Parcel #03-51-200-004-00 at 925 River Street (7-0)
• Approved plat amendment of Parcel #03-51-100-061-00 and -190-027-00 (7-0)
• Authorized three-year lease agreement with Saunders Chiropractic Clinic, PLLC (7-0)
• Declared emergency siren at 300 Monroe Street as surplus (7-0)
• Authorized transfer of FY2019 airport funds to Coleman A. Young Airport (7-0)
• Appointed Sara Ramaker and Marjori Cantwell to the Historic District Commission (7-0)
• Approved FY2024 Lakeshore Advantage Contract (7-0)

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the Rental Inspection and Building Inspection Program and a Historic District Study Committee. The session also includes a presentation by Lakeshore Advantage and a review of May revenue and expenditures.

• Presentation by Lakeshore Advantage
• Discussion regarding Rental Inspection and Building Inspection Program
• Discussion regarding a Historic District Study Committee
• Review of May Revenue and Expenditure Report

The City Council conducted a study session featuring a presentation by Lakeshore Advantage and discussions on building inspection services. No formal votes were taken. The council deferred discussion on a Historic District Study Committee to the July 24, 2023, meeting.

• Tabled Historic District Study Committee discussion until July 24, 2023

City Council

The City Council will review reports from various boards and commissions, including the Election and Historic District Commissions. The meeting includes requests to approve annual auditing services and a resolution to redistrict election precincts.

• Approval of annual auditing services contract with Siegfried Crandall
• Adoption of Resolution 23.24 to Redistrict Election Precincts
• Approval of MERS Contribution Addendum and Agreement
• Review of Election Commission and Historic District Commission reports

City Council adopted Resolution 23.24 to redistrict election precincts. The council also approved the annual auditing services contract with Siegfried Crandall and the MERS Contribution Addendum and Agreement.

• Adopted Resolution 23.24 to Redistrict Election Precincts (6-0)
• Approved annual auditing services contract with Siegfried Crandall (6-0)
• Approved MERS Contribution Addendum and Agreement (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 study session minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review reports from various boards and commissions, including a request to approve the 2023 Master Plan. The meeting includes several requests for purchase orders related to water utilities and downtown infrastructure.

• $29,000.00 purchase order for Arnsman Septic Service and Excavating for a water plant access drive
• $7,847.00 purchase order for Peerless Midwest Inc. to abandon well #4
• Approval of the proposed 2023 Master Plan
• Purchase order for street furniture for the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape project
• Approval of an Insurance Counseling Service Agreement with Phil Siegler of Bartz Rumery Agency

The City Council approved the 2023 Master Plan and authorized multiple purchase orders for water plant improvements, police equipment, and downtown street furniture. The council also renewed city insurance policies and approved accounts payable and payroll.

• Approved 2023 Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved $29,000 purchase order for Arnsman Septic Service and Excavating for water plant equipment access drive (7-0)
• Approved $7,847 purchase order for Peerless Midwest Inc. for abandonment of well #4 (7-0)
• Approved $7,440 purchase order and grant application for eight Level II ballistic vests and carriers (7-0)
• Approved purchase order for street furniture for Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape project (7-0)
• Approved Insurance Counseling Service Agreement with Phil Siegler of Bartz Rumery Agency (7-0)
• Approved renewal of various City of Allegan insurance policies (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)

Study Session

This study session includes discussions on water loss, a wayfinding program, and the downtown refuse and recycling program. No action is taken during this meeting.

• Presentation regarding Water Loss
• Discussion regarding Wayfinding Program
• Discussion regarding Downtown Allegan Refuse and Recycling Program
• Review of Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update Report

The City Council held a study session to discuss several city projects and infrastructure issues. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during the session.

• Discussed developing the Girl Scout property for housing
• Discussed forming a subcommittee for a wayfinding program
• Discussed implementing a downtown refuse and recycling program
• Reviewed water loss issues presented by city utility managers
• Reviewed Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update Report

City Council

The City Council will review several financial requests, including wage increases for non-union employees and budget adjustments for the 2023 fourth quarter. The agenda also includes proposals regarding Padgham Field Airport and various engineering service contracts.

• Wage increase for non-union full-time and part-time employees
• $45,000.00 purchase order for Wade Trim for Eastern Ave lift station rehab
• Abandoning the turf runway at Padgham Field Airport
• $7,000.00 budget amendment for Prein & Newhof engineering services
• $37,000.00 contract with Guide Studio, Inc. for a Wayfinding Assessment and Schematic Plan

City Council approved the abandonment of the turf runway at Padgham Field Airport and authorized several engineering and utility contracts. The council also approved wage increases for non-union employees and accepted a $27,750 grant for a wayfinding assessment. Four appointments were made to the Historic District Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved abandoning the turf runway at Padgham Field Airport (6-0)
• Approved $45,000 purchase order for Wade Trim engineering services for Eastern Ave lift station rehab (6-0)
• Approved $37,000 purchase order for Guide Studio, Inc. for Wayfinding Assessment and Schematic Plan (6-0)
• Accepted $27,750 MEDC Ready Redevelopment Communities Technical Assistance Grant (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.21 approving wage increase for non-union full-time and part-time employees (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.20 for FY2023 4th quarter budget adjustments (6-0)
• Approved City of Allegan Code Enforcement Manual with correction to grass notice timeline (6-0)
• Appointed Carolyn Blass, Rosie Hunter, Jason Watts, and Rachel McKenzie to city boards (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and consider resolutions for two social district permits. The agenda also includes a public hearing to repeal historic preservation ordinances and a plat amendment for 228 James Street.

• Adoption of Resolution 23.16 for the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Social District Permit requests for Heronmark Farms, LLC and Tilt 118, LLC
• Amendment to the Downtown Social District Plan
• Repeal of Chapter 13 – Historic Preservation via Ordinance 510
• Plat amendment to divide parcel 51-180-024-00 at 228 James Street

The City Council approved the FY 2024 budget and several social district permits. A proposal to repeal the Historic Preservation chapter of the city code failed to pass. The council also approved a plat amendment for a property on James Street.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2024 Budget via Resolution 23.16 (5-1)
• Repeal of Chapter 13 – Historic Preservation (Ordinance 510) failed (3-3)
• Approved Social District Permit for Heronmark Farms, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Social District Permit for Tilt 118, LLC (6-0)
• Approved amendment to the Downtown Social District Plan (6-0)
• Approved Griswold Auditorium Regional Asset Framework, Policies, and Rental Form (6-0)
• Approved plat amendment to divide parcel at 228 James Street (6-0)
• Appointed Eddie Quinones-Walker to the Public Spaces Commission (5-1)

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several items before their regular meeting. Discussions include the Code Enforcement Manual, a proposed Infill Ordinance, and the April revenue and expenditure report.

• Presentation regarding Code Enforcement and Review of Code Enforcement Manual
• Discussion regarding a Proposed Infill Ordinance
• Review of April Revenue and Expenditure Report

The City Council held a study session to discuss a draft code enforcement manual and a proposed infill ordinance. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

Study Session

This study session is for discussion only and no official action will be taken. The council will review updates on the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project and discuss policies regarding Griswold Auditorium.

• Review of Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update Report
• Review of Griswold Auditorium Policies and Procedures

The City Council held a study session to review project updates and policy frameworks. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Discussed Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape project schedule changes
• Reviewed Griswold Auditorium framework, policies, procedures, and rental agreement
• Discussed Historic District Commission purview and demolition provisions in the Code of Ordinances
• Reviewed current ordinance enforcement and rewriting progress with the City Attorney

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and proposed third-quarter budget adjustments. The meeting also includes discussions on ordinance changes and airport-related contracts.

• First reading of Ordinance 510 to repeal Chapter 13 regarding Historic Preservation
• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• Resolution 23.12 for 3rd Quarter Budget Adjustments
• Resolution 23.13 for an MDOT contract using ARPA funding for Padgham Field Airport
• $5,250.00 budget transfer for underground storage tank work

The City Council voted 4-3 to adopt Resolution 23.11, introducing Ordinance 510 to repeal Chapter 13 (Historic Preservation) of the city code. The council also approved several other resolutions and routine items, including budget adjustments, a contract with MDOT for airport operations, and cancellation of three study session meetings. No public comment was given during the budget hearing.

• Adopted Resolution 23.11 to introduce Ordinance 510 repealing Chapter 13 – Historic Preservation (4-3)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.12 approving 3rd Quarter budget adjustments (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.13 authorizing contract with MDOT for ARPA-funded airport operations at Padgham Field (7-0)
• Authorized purchase order for SME for leaking underground storage tank work and budget transfer of $5,250 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.14 regarding relocation of certain county functions from courthouse to county services building (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.15 to cancel June 26, July 24, and August 28 study session meetings (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 24 study session, April 24 regular meeting, and May 1 special meeting

Budget Meeting

The Allegan City Council will hold a budget meeting to discuss the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project. No other specific items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project

The City Council held a discussion regarding the Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape project. Project manager Daniel Dombos from Abonmarche and city staff discussed condensing the project schedule into one year. No formal votes were taken on the project.

• Excused Councilmember Hanse (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including an amendment to the city's zoning ordinance and the draft Master Plan for the City of Allegan. The meeting also includes requests for various utility-related purchase orders and budget hearing scheduling.

• Public hearing, second reading, and adoption of Ordinance 509 regarding Overlay Districts
• $10,000.00 purchase order for American Leak Detection leak detection survey
• $28,500.00 purchase order for Dixon Engineering for Western Avenue water tower painting administration
• Approval of the Draft Master Plan for the City of Allegan and start of 42-day public comment period
• $12,000.00 purchase order for ACP Entertainment for Bridgefest rides

City Council adopted Ordinance 509 to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding overlay districts and approved the draft Master Plan for a 42-day public comment period. The council also authorized several water utility expenditures and scheduled a public hearing for the FY2024 budget.

• Adopted Ordinance 509 to amend Article XV – Overlay Districts of the Zoning Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved draft Master Plan and 42-day public commenting period (6-0)
• Authorized $10,000 purchase order for American Leak Detection (6-0)
• Authorized $28,500 purchase order for Dixon Engineering for Western Avenue water tower painting (6-0)
• Authorized $12,000 purchase order for ACP Entertainment for Bridgefest rides (6-0)
• Scheduled FY2024 budget public hearing for May 8, 2023 (6-0)
• Reappointed Rachel McKenzie, Coulter Purdum, and Trish Winter to Positively Allegan board (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)

Study Session

This study session is for discussion only, and no official action will be taken. The council will discuss relocating certain Allegan County functions and the future of the Historic District Commission.

• Discussion on resolution regarding relocation of Allegan County functions
• Discussion regarding the Future of the Historic District Commission
• Review of the March Revenue and Expenditure Report

City Council discussed the future of the Historic District Commission and the Historic Preservation code of ordinances. The majority of Council directed staff to prepare a report on the dissolution of the commission for the next meeting. Other items discussed included county function relocation and sewer rates.

• Directed city staff to prepare a report on the dissolution of the Historic District Commission

Budget Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 budget presentation. The agenda also includes authorization for the City Manager to execute Memorandums of Understanding with three city bargaining units.

• FY2024 Budget Presentation
• Authorization of MOUs with three city bargaining units

The City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Memorandums of Understanding with three bargaining units. The council also received a presentation on the FY2024 Budget.

• Authorized City Manager to execute Memorandums of Understanding with three bargaining units (6-0)

Budget Meeting

The Allegan City Council is holding a budget meeting to present the fiscal year 2024 budget. The agenda consists of the presentation and standard procedural items.

• FY2024 Budget Presentation

City Council met to receive a presentation from city staff regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. No substantive votes or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Excused Councilmember Zeter (6-0)

Study Session

No action will be taken during this study session. The council will discuss updates regarding water loss, leak detection, downtown infrastructure projects, and revisions to the City Code of Ordinances.

• Update from Water Utilities Director Doug Sweeris on water loss and leak detection
• Review of Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscape Project Update Report
• Review of revised chapters from the City of Allegan Code of Ordinances

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss water loss, downtown infrastructure, and city ordinances. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading of Ordinance 509 to amend the city's zoning overlay districts. The meeting also includes requests to authorize an MDOT contract for Padgham Field Airport and approve a lease for 211 ½ Trowbridge St.

• First reading of Ordinance 509 regarding City of Allegan Zoning Ordinance Article XV
• Resolution 23.10 to authorize MDOT contract for restriping and crack sealing at Padgham Field Airport
• Approval of a one-year lease agreement for 211 ½ Trowbridge St.
• Arbor Day Proclamation by Mayor Galloway

City Council authorized a contract for airport striping and crack sealing and approved a one-year lease for a Trowbridge Street property. The council also scheduled a public hearing for a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Scheduled public hearing for April 24, 2023, regarding Ordinance 509 to amend Zoning Ordinance Overlay Districts (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.10 authorizing Mayor to sign MDOT contract for Padgham Field Airport restriping and crack sealing (7-0)
• Approved one-year lease agreement for 211 ½ Trowbridge St. (7-0)

Study Session

This study session is for discussion only; no official actions will be taken. The council will review a high-level presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and the February revenue and expenditure report.

• High Level Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Review of the February Revenue and Expenditure Report

The City Council held a study session to review a high-level presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and the February Revenue and Expenditure Report. Council members discussed potential amendments to Ordinance 508. No formal votes were recorded.

City Council

City Council approved Ordinance 508 to amend animal codes and established a permit fee for keeping chickens. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts and purchase orders for water utilities and public works.

• Adopted Ordinance 508 allowing maximum of six chickens per parcel (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23.08 to establish a chicken permit fee (5-0)
• Approved $326,635 Abonmarche contract for DWAM/DSMI engineering (5-0)
• Approved $24,900 Abonmarche purchase order for Rossman Park Improvement Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.09 supporting the 2nd Street Bridge project (5-0)
• Authorized $40,500 for road salt via State of Michigan MiDeal program (5-0)
• Authorized $8,250 for beet juice from Chloride Solutions LLC (5-0)
• Appointed Jason Ramaker to the Planning Commission (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 6 (Animals) and schedule a public hearing. They will also consider approving a road improvement bid for Oakwood Cemetery and a purchase agreement with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo.

• First reading of Ordinance 508 to amend Chapter 6 – Animals
• Request to approve bid from Black Gold Transport, Inc. for Oakwood Cemetery Road Improvement Project
• Request to approve 2nd Amendment to Purchase and Road Improvement Agreement with Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo
• Request to adopt Resolution 23.06 for 2nd quarter budget adjustments
• Request to approve MERS Amortization Extension Agreement

City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a road improvement bid for Oakwood Cemetery and consultants for airport capital projects. The council also adopted second quarter budget adjustments and approved a MERS Amortization Extension Agreement.

• Scheduled public hearing and second reading for Ordinance 508 regarding animals (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.06 for 2nd quarter budget adjustments (7-0)
• Approved MERS Amortization Extension Agreement (4-3)
• Approved 2nd Amendment to Purchase and Road Improvement Agreement with Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo (7-0)
• Accepted bid from Black Gold Transport, Inc. for Oakwood Cemetery Road Improvement Project (7-0)
• Approved Prein & Newhof as consultants for Airport Capital Improvement projects (7-0)
• Approved agreement with the Allegan Conservation District (7-0)

Study Session

This is a study session where no formal votes are taken. The council will review a report on the Downtown Streetscape Project and discuss the MML Community Exchange Day. The meeting adjourns to a regular meeting at 7:00 pm.

• Review of Downtown Streetscape Project Update Report
• Discussion regarding the MML Community Exchange Day

The Council reviewed progress on the Downtown Streetscape Project and discussed potential permit and fee requirements for residents keeping chickens. They also decided to invite all board and committee members to the MML Community Exchange Day.

• Decided to invite all board and committee members to the MML Community Exchange Day

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two ordinances: one to eliminate the constable position at the end of the current term, and another to amend Chapter 29 of the city code. The council will also consider approving a $105,820 purchase order for water piping replacement at the Water Treatment Plant, an easement agreement with Stash Ventures LLC, an easement agreement with Riverside Market, and a $6,354.40 purchase order for a Ventrac blower unit.

• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 506 to terminate the constable position
• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 507 to amend Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances
• Request to approve $105,820 purchase order for water piping replacement at the Water Treatment Plant from Northwest Kent
• Request to approve easement agreement between the City and Stash Ventures, LLC
• Request to approve $6,354.40 purchase order for a Ventrac blower unit from Weingartz Equipment

The City Council adopted ordinances to terminate the constable position and amend the Code of Ordinances. The council also approved several purchase orders for infrastructure and equipment, as well as an amended contract for the City Manager.

• Adopted Ordinance 506 to terminate the constable position (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 507 to amend Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Approved $105,820.00 purchase order for Northwest Kent for water piping at the Water Treatment Plant (6-0)
• Approved easement agreement with Stash Ventures, LLC (6-0)
• Approved easement agreement with Riverside Market (6-0)
• Approved $6,354.40 purchase order for Weingartz Equipment for a Ventrac blower unit (6-0)
• Approved amended City Manager’s contract (5-1)

Study Session

This is a study session where no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss a potential agreement with the Allegan Conservation District regarding the Community Garden, review revised chapters of the City Code of Ordinances, and examine the January revenue and expenditure report.

• Discussion of agreement with Allegan Conservation District for Community Garden
• Review of revised chapters from City of Allegan Code of Ordinances
• Review of January Revenue and Expenditure Report

City Council discussed plans for a community garden from the Allegan Conservation District and reviewed revisions to chapters 1, 2, 4, and 6 of the City Code of Ordinances. Council agreed to hold a first hearing for an ordinance adopting the revised Chapter 6.

• Agreed to hold first hearing of ordinance adopting revised Chapter 6 of Code of Ordinances

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one to terminate the constable position at the end of the current term, and another to amend Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances. The council will also consider resolutions to adjust downtown social district hours, alternate the Board of Review start date, and support a broadband grant application. Other business includes contract extensions, board appointments, and reports from city departments.

• First reading of Ordinance 506 to terminate the constable position
• First reading of Ordinance 507 to amend Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances
• Resolution 23.03 to amend Downtown Social District operating hours
• Resolution 23.05 to support 123Broadband's ROBIN grant application
• Request to approve a three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics

City Council authorized the hiring of VC3 as the City's Information Technology Manager and supported a broadband infrastructure grant application. The council also approved several local event requests and a water utilities contract extension.

• Authorized City Manager to hire VC3 as City IT manager (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.05 supporting 123NET’s ROBIN Grant application for broadband expansion (7-0)
• Approved three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics for Water Utilities (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.03 to amend Downtown Social District operating hours (7-0)
• Waived fees for Good Times at the Gazebo concert series at Mahan Park (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way signage and noise ordinance violations for Allegan County Fair and concerts (7-0)
• Approved temporary signage for Art in the Garden at Padgham Field Airport (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for Ordinance 506 (constable position termination) and Ordinance 507 (Code of Ordinances amendment) for Feb 27 (7-0)

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the 2023-2024 City Council Goals. No formal action will be taken during this session. The meeting will also include a public comment period and a review of the regular meeting agenda.

Council members discussed a petition regarding the allowance of chickens in the city and expressed unanimous support. The session also included a review of 2023-2024 goals and recommendations from the Historic District Commission.

• Unanimously supported allowing chickens in city limits
• Prioritized goals for 2023-2024

Joint Meeting with Historic District Commission

The City Council and Historic District Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Historic District Commission's Findings Report with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion and public comment.

• Discussion with SHPO regarding the Historic District Commission’s Findings Report

The City Council and Historic District Commission discussed a findings report with a representative from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). After an initial vote to accept the report and a subsequent motion to reconsider, the Council approved the report with the addition of an application process.

• Accepted Historic District Commission findings report with the addition of an application process (5-1)

Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss PASER ratings of city streets and review a three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Review of a three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics
• Discussion of PASER ratings for city streets
• Review of December Revenue and Expenditure Report

The City Council held a study session to review PASER ratings for city streets and a proposed three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Reviewed PASER ratings of city streets
• Reviewed three-year contract extension with BioTech Agronomics
• Reviewed December Revenue and Expenditure Report

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative and policy items, including adopting a grant resolution for Rossman Park, approving an amended personnel and procedures manual, and updating the 2023 public meetings schedule and social district hours. A purchase order for a lab spectrophotometer replacement at $6,473 is also up for approval.

• Adopt Resolution 23.01 for a Rossman Park grant and appoint City Manager as authorized signatory
• Approve amended City of Allegan Personnel and Procedures manual
• Approve amended 2023 public meetings schedule
• Adopt Resolution 23.02 for Poverty Exemption Guidelines
• Approve amended social district hours of operation

City Council approved updates to the personnel manual, including a bereavement policy extension. The council also adopted guidelines for poverty exemptions and approved a grant for Rossman Park.

• Approved accounts payable and payroll (6-0)
• Approved $6,473.00 purchase order for USA Bluebook WRRF lab spectrophotometer replacement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.01 for a Rossman Park grant and appointed City Manager as signatory (6-0)
• Approved amended Personnel and Procedures Manual, extending bereavement leave timeframe to 30 days (6-0)
• Approved amended 2023 public meetings schedule (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23.02 for Poverty Exemptions guidelines (6-0)
• Approved amended social district hours of operation (6-0)

Strategic Planning

The City Council met for strategic planning and received presentations from several advisory committees. No substantive decisions, votes, or ordinances were recorded in the minutes.

Strategic Planning

City Council held a strategic planning meeting featuring presentations from city departments. Department heads detailed 2022 achievements and goals for 2023 and the upcoming fiscal year. No substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Excused Councilmember Hanse (6-0)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a parcel from Public & Government Lands to R-2 Single-Family Residential. They will also consider several water utility purchase orders totaling over $73,000 and approve the 2023 city-sponsored events schedule.

• Second reading, public hearing, and adoption of Ordinance 505 to rezone parcel 51-240-035-00 from PGL to R-2 Single-Family Residential
• Purchase order for Wade Trim for engineering inspection at Eastern Ave lift station: $16,000
• Purchase order for Wade Trim for pipe replacement at Water Treatment Plant: $16,000
• Purchase order for East Jordan for water main pipe and fittings for M89/M40/Hubbard Street roundabout project: $26,613.65 plus shipping
• Purchase order for Fleis & Vandenbrink to administer Wellhead Protection Plan: $15,000

City Council adopted Ordinance 505 to rezone a specific parcel to R-2 Single-Family Residential. The council also approved several water utility purchase orders and the 2023 city-sponsored events schedule.

• Adopted Ordinance 505 to rezone parcel 51-240-035-00 from PGL to R-2 Single-Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Approved $16,000 purchase order for Wade Trim for Eastern Ave lift station engineering inspection (7-0)
• Approved $16,000 purchase order for Wade Trim for Water Treatment Plant pipe replacement engineering (7-0)
• Approved $26,613.65 plus shipping purchase order for East Jordan for water main pipe and fittings (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 purchase order for Fleis & Vandenbrink for Wellhead Protection Plan administration (7-0)
• Approved 2023 city-sponsored events schedule (7-0)

Study Session

The Allegan City Council holds a study session to discuss the operating hours of the Downtown Allegan Social District, updates to the city's personnel policy, and the schedule for FY2024 budget strategic planning. No formal action is taken during the session.

City Council held a study session to discuss personnel policy updates and the Downtown Allegan Social District. Council members expressed support for expanding social district hours and aligning the city's holiday schedule with the state and county. No formal votes were recorded.

• Expressed favor for expanding Downtown Allegan Social District operating hours
• Agreed to align city holiday schedule with State of Michigan and Allegan County schedules
• Expressed general favor for proposed personnel policy changes
• Confirmed FY2024 Budget Strategic Planning Meeting schedule for January 13 and 14