City of Utica Regular Council Meeting February 13, 2018

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1 City of Utica February 13, 2018 The City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Dionne at 7:33 p.m. Members present: Sikora, Osladil, Cuddington, Sylvester, Dionne Absent: Terenzi, Czapski Executive Session Motion by Sikora, seconded by Osladil, to recess to executive session to discuss litigation. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. The City Council meeting was reconvened by Mayor Dionne, Jerry Hicks led the pledge of allegiance at 7:42 p.m. Minutes of 1/9/18 & 1/17/18 Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the minutes of 1/9/18 & 1/17/18. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Public Hearings- 7:45 p.m. Temp. Use/ Tents 7636 & 7715 Auburn, Cass 8:00 p.m. Temp Tent Utica Park Blvd. 8:10 p.m. Temp Use Van Dyke Motion by Sikora, seconded by Dionne, to open the public hearings at 7:45 p.m. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. James Pierce, representative of Muldoon s was present to request a temporary tent over the existing patio for St. Patrick s Day 3/15 to 3/19/18. The Planners and Planning Commission recommended approval. As there were no public comments, motion by Dionne, seconded by Sikora, to approve the temporary tent at 7636 Auburn 3/15 to 3/19/18. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Joe Mayernik, owner, was present to request a temporary tent over the existing patio at 7715 Auburn for St. Patrick s Day 3/15 to 3/19/18. The Planners and Planning Commission recommended approval. As there were no public comments, motion by Sikora, seconded by Sylvester, to approve the temporary tent at 7615 Auburn 3/15 to 3/19/18. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Beth Ricketts, City Clerk, explained the Hogs Hollow request to have a temporary tent at Cass. It will be over the sidewalk and parking spaces, tent 30x50, for St. Patrick s Day. Dennis Creagh, 7829 Auburn, is against the tent as his patrons are denied parking. Jerry Hicks, Building Inspector, suggested a size smaller tent. The Planners and Planning Commission recommended approval. As there were no other public comments, motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to deny the temporary tent at Cass, voting by roll, four ayes, one nay (Sylvester) motion CARRIED Utica Park Blvd. Ray Naughton, Manager, was present to request a temporary tent in the parking lot of Harbor Freight for March 9-11, June 8-10, August and October The Planners and Planning Commission recommended approval. As there were no other

2 Page 2 of 5 public comments, motion by Sikora, seconded by Osladil, to approve the temporary tent at Utica Park Blvd. for March 9-11, June 8-10, August and October Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED Van Dyke Temporary Use Bruce Nichols, representative, was present to request temporary use for a portable MRI machine, to be parked in the rear of Van Dyke on Mondays only, for one year. Joseph Dame, Vapor Shop, is against the use as the parking lot is always full. John Brody, Van Dyke, accountant, is against the use as the parking lot is full. Mike da Barber, Van Dyke, is against the use as the parking lot is full. Discussion was held on the size of the portable MRI and if there is enough room on the property. This item was tabled, the petitioner was asked to supply more information. As there were no other public comments, motion by Sikora, seconded by Osladil, to close the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Public Comments for Items Listed on the Agenda None. Unfinished Business None. Consent Business Knights of Columbus- Solicitation Request As the petitioner was not present, motion by Sikora, seconded by Sylvester, to table this item. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Correspondence Motion by Sikora, seconded by Osladil, to receive and file the correspondence from UofM College of Business, thank you. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. New Business Department Reports Mayor Dionne Commission Appointments Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the appointment of Raymond Lichocki, owner A-Line Staffing, to the Downtown Development Authority, as recommended by Mayor Dionne. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Motion by Sikora, seconded by Mayor Dionne, to approve the appointment of Randall Sultes, owner Steampunk Taproom, to the Downtown Development Authority, as recommended by Mayor Dionne. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the appointment of LaVonna McCool, resident, to the Parks & Recreation Commission, as recommended by Mayor Dionne. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Motion by Sikora, seconded by Mayor Dionne, to approve the appointment of Susan Dionne, resident, to the Parks & Recreation Commission, as recommended by Mayor Dionne. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED.

3 Page 3 of 5 Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the appointment of Fred Sawyer, resident, to the Historic District Commission, as recommended by Mayor Dionne. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Mayor Dionne reported the Ice Festival was a success and thanked all who helped with the event. Also, he is researching the possibility of a zip line park on the packing plant property. Council Reports Councilman Osladil spoke on the meetings he has attended. Councilman Sylvester informed all about Planning classes available. Assessing- Nancy Strehl, Assessor Assessment Notices & Board of Review Beth Ricketts, City Clerk, informed all that assessment notices will be mailed at the end of February. Board of Review will be on March 14 & 15, by appointment. Tax Tribunal Motion by Osladil, seconded Sylvester, to approve the tax tribunal settlement for MTT# , as discussed in executive session. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Building- Jerry Hicks Fire- Kevin Wilseck, Chief Ambulance Fee Increase Request Kevin Wilseck, Chief, requested increases to the ambulance fees as recommended by AccuMed, billing company. The fees have not been increased since Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the increase to ambulance fees, as presented. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Budget Amendment Vehicle Maintenance Kevin Wilseck, Chief, explained the repairs due to the hydraulic system failure on fire engine #1 that were not budgeted for. Motion by Sikora, seconded by Osladil, to approve a budget amendment to increase vehicle maintenance by $14, due to unforeseen repairs. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Leave of Absence Request Motion by Sikora, seconded by Dionne, to approve the request from Paul Semaan for a one year leave of absence. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Kevin Wilseck, Chief, informed all that a grant application has been submitted for ambulance stretchers.

4 Page 4 of 5 Police- Sean Coady, Chief Sean Coady, Chief, thanked the DPW for the efficient snow plowing and reminded residents to keep the streets clear of cars during a major snowfall. DPW- Bill Lang, Superintendent Joint Road Resurface Request Bill Lang, Superintendent, explained the Van Dyke/ Canal road resurfacing project. We are going to partner with Sterling Heights to reduce costs, add sidewalks where necessary, project to start this spring at a cost of approximately $200,000. Motion by Sikora, seconded by Dionne, to approve the resurfacing of Van Dyke/ Canal and partnering with Sterling Heights, at a cost of approximately $200, Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Treasurer- Philip Paternoster Phil Paternoster, Treasurer, reminded property owners taxes are due by February 28, Administration- Beth Ricketts, City Clerk May 8, 2018 Election Amendment Requests Beth Ricketts, City Clerk, explained that the Macomb Community College Board voted to have a special election for a millage increase proposal, this was not budgeted for. Motion by Dionne, seconded by Sikora, to approve the following budget amendments: Expenditures Election worker salaries- increase of: $ Election Supplies- increase of: Election Publications- increase of: Election Board Equipment Election postage Election Board Equipment Revenue Election Services Provided Designate Fund Balance transfer in Peg Video Designate Fund Balance transfer in Peg Video As requested. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Library- Marsha Doege, Director Marsha Doege, Director, informed all that tax forms are available at the Library. Downtown Development Authority Parks and Recreation Commission Historic District Commission City Attorney- Linda McGrail Belau

5 Page 5 of 5 Planning Commission The City Planners stated work is in process on the zoning ordinance amendments. Senior Housing Steering Committee Kiwanis 5k Pennant Race Request Andre Laubach, organizer, was present to request permission to hold a 5K run/ walk from Jimmy John s Field, a short distance on Auburn Road and the Trail on Sunday May 6, 2018, 10:00 a.m. start time. The proceeds benefit the Utica-Shelby Township Kiwanis Club and Macomb County Special Olympics. Motion by Cuddington, seconded by Dionne, to approve the request to hold a 5K run/walk on May 6, 2018, as presented. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Flickinger 5k Run Request Desiree Wolken, organizer, was present to request permission to hold a 5K for Flickinger Elementary on residential City streets, April 21, Motion by Sikora, seconded by Sylvester, to approve the request for Flickinger Elementary to hold a 5K on April 21, 2018, on residential streets of the City. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Bills Payable Motion by Sikora, seconded by Cuddington, to approve the payment of all bills as presented. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Communication from the Public Chief Wilseck informed all of the recent fire at Village Square and thanked the outside departments for their help. Councilman Osladil stated he appreciates the police officers and the work they do. Adjournment As there were no further comments from the public, motion by Osladil, seconded by Sikora, to adjourn the meeting. Voting by roll, all ayes, motion CARRIED. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Beth Ricketts CITY OF UTICA City Clerk