Burton public meetings in 2022

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will consider tree replacement and banner pole restoration in the DDA district, and will present awards for the 2022 Christmas Decorating Contest. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2023.

The Board approved a payment for banner pole repairs and awarded prizes for the Christmas Decorating Contest. The Board also revised the award structure for the 2023 decorating contest. Discussions were held regarding tree replacement issues in the DDA District.

• Approved minutes from Nov 21, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,626.25 payment to Crannie Signs for banner pole repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved $600 total in prizes for Christmas Decorating Contest winners (Unanimous)
• Revised 2023 contest award structure to include five winners: one $300, one $200, and three $100 prizes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Burton City Council is holding a meeting that includes a presentation of the 2022 audit. The agenda also includes audience participation, an administrative report, and standard procedural items.

• 2022 Audit Presentation

The City Council received a presentation from Plante Moran regarding the 2022 financial statement and single audit. The meeting consisted of discussions on fund balances, legacy costs, and water fund loans; no formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider several action items including a $1 million lump-sum payment to MERS for the city's pension unfunded liability, a contract for construction engineering on Belsay Road, and a zoning change for two parcels on S. Center Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and payment of attorney bills.

• Approve $1,000,000 lump-sum payment to MERS for pension unfunded liability
• Approve $108,016.61 contract with OHM Advisors for Belsay Road construction engineering
• Approve zoning change from C-1 to C-2 for 4507 S. Center Road and adjacent parcel (ZC#330)
• Approve payment of attorney bills totaling $4,201
• Approve 2023 City Council and Board of Review meeting calendar

City Council authorized a construction engineering contract for Belsay Road and approved the 2023 meeting calendar. The council advanced a zoning change for a property at 4507 S. Center Rd. to a second reading and tabled a $1 million pension payment.

• Approved $108,016.61 contract with OHM Advisors for Belsay Road engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City Council & Board of Review Meeting Calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,201.00 payment for Attorney Doyle (Unanimous)
• Tabled $1 million MERS pension plan payment (Unanimous)
• Advanced first reading of ZC# 330 rezoning for 4507 S. Center Rd. to second reading (4-3)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from TK Auto Buyers to reconsider stipulations on a 2020 approval allowing light industrial use (M-1) in a general business (C-2) zone for used auto sales. The board will also approve minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting and hold audience participation.

• ZBA #22-23: Reconsideration of stipulations on case 20-01 for M-1 use in C-2 zone at G4307 S. Saginaw St.
• Approval of minutes from Nov 17, 2022 regular meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Jan 19, 2023 at 5:00 PM

The board approved the use of a light industrial (M-1) business for used vehicle sales in a general business (C-2) zone. Approval is contingent upon retail activities occurring inside the building, no cars being parked outside, and the completion of frontage improvements.

• Approved M-1 use in C-2 zone for used vehicle sales at G4307 S. Saginaw St. (Unanimous)
• Required Saginaw Street frontage improvements to be decided by a Planning Commission site plan review before licensing
• Mandated that retail takes place inside the front of the building and no cars be parked outside
• Accepted minutes from Nov 17, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a first reading on a zoning change request from C-1 to C-2 for two parcels at 4507 S. Center Rd., submitted by Yatooma Oil, LLC. Other action items include approving a hard cap resolution for cost sharing under PA 152 of 2011, a new liquor license for SpyMaker Axe Throwing, and demolition contracts for two properties.

• Zoning change request (C-1 to C-2) for 4507 S. Center Rd. and adjacent parcel by Yatooma Oil, LLC
• Resolution 2022-29: Hard Cap for cost sharing under Public Act 152 of 2011
• Resolution for new liquor license by SpyMaker Axe Throwing at 1235 S. Center Rd.
• Resolution 2022-31: Intent to sell city-owned property
• Demolition contracts for 2079 Judd Rd. ($7,987) and 2495 Clarice Ave. ($7,450) with DR AC Enterprise

The council denied demolition contracts for properties on Judd Road and Clarice Avenue, instead granting 90-day extensions to the owners to meet specific repair and permit conditions. Other actions included approving a new liquor license and appointing members to city boards.

• Approved $4,003 attorney billing for Doyle (unanimous)
• Appointed Don Jones to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Hynes to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved 'Hard Cap' Resolution 2022-29 for health insurance cost sharing (unanimous)
• Approved new liquor license for Spymaker Axe Throwing, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-31 to sell city-owned property at Davison (unanimous)
• Denied demolition contract for 2079 Judd Rd; granted 90-day extension with conditions (5-2)
• Denied demolition contract for 2495 Clarice Ave; granted 90-day extension to obtain Certificate of Occupancy (6-1)

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider approving two attorney billing payments totaling $8,070. The meeting also includes routine items like invocation, pledge, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Approve attorney billing (Doyle) for $5,118.00
• Approve attorney billing (Masud) for $2,952.00

The council approved a collective bargaining agreement for patrol officers and authorized several property demolition contracts. They also approved preliminary engineering for Bristol Road and appointed two members to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Burton Patrol Officers (POAM) (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition bids for 5 properties via DR AC Enterprise Maintenance & Contracting (Unanimous)
• Held demolition of 2079 Judd Road and 2495 Clarice Avenue in abeyance for 30 days (Unanimous)
• Approved $189,540 contract with Wade Trim, Inc. for Bristol Road preliminary engineering (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Fuhst to Zoning Board of Appeals (Unanimous)
• Appointed Joey Richvalsky to Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate (Unanimous)
• Approved attorney payments of $5,118 (Doyle) and $2,952 (Masud) on Nov 21 (Unanimous)
• Approved attorney payments of $5,105 (Doyle) and $216 (Masud) on Nov 10 (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2022, at 8:30 AM. The agenda includes a financial report, approval of minutes, and discussions on trees and TK Auto within the DDA district.

• Revenue and Expenditure Report as of 10/31/2022
• Discussion and possible action on trees in the DDA District
• Discussion on TK Auto in the DDA District

The board accepted the minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the cancellation of a tree installation agreement and potential building modifications for TK Auto.

• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance applications: a request to allow warehouse storage units in a C-2 zone, a shed placement in a front yard, and setbacks/parking reductions for an adult foster care home. Public comment is permitted.

• ZBA #22-16: Vash Investment Group seeks M-1 special use in C-2 zone for warehouse storage units at 4244 E. Bristol Rd.
• ZBA #22-20: Dan Lince requests to build a 14' x 14' shed in the front yard of a corner lot at 2315 Champion.
• ZBA #22-21: Timothy D. Bertram seeks reduced setbacks (30' to 17' rear, 20' to 16' front) and fewer parking spaces (12 to 6) for an adult foster care home addition at 1322 Kenneth St.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a residential shed in a front yard. A request to conduct a special use for warehouse storage units was denied, and one application for an adult foster care home addition was withdrawn.

• Approved Oct 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Denied ZBA #22-16 request for warehouse storage units at 4244 E. Bristol Rd. (4-2)
• Approved ZBA #22-20 variance for a 14’ x 14’ front yard shed at 2315 Champion Drive (Unanimous)
• Withdrew ZBA #22-21 application for adult foster care home addition at 1322 Kenneth St.

Planning Commission

The Burton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone two parcels at 4507 S. Center Rd. from C-1 (Local Business) to C-2 (General Business) for Yatooma Oil. The board will also consider a special use permit and site plan for an adult foster care home addition at 1322 Kenneth St., and an administrative site plan review for a new hobby store at 2470 S. Center Rd.

• Rezoning request (SPR #22-38) for 4507 S. Center Rd. from C-1 Local Business to C-2 General Business by Yatooma Oil, LLC
• Special use permit (SPR #22-39) to expand an adult foster care home at 1322 Kenneth St.
• Full site plan review (SPR #22-40) for an addition to the same adult foster care home
• Administrative site plan review (SPR #22-37) for a new hobby store called Model Kit Cartel at 2470 S. Center Rd.

The commission recommended a zoning change from Local Business to General Business for a property on S. Center Rd. A request to expand a special use for an adult foster care home on Kenneth St. was denied. The approval of previous meeting minutes was tabled.

• Recommended rezoning of 4507 S. Center Rd. from C-1 to C-2 (Unanimous)
• Denied special use expansion for adult foster care home at 1322 Kenneth St. (1-4)
• Tabled approval of minutes until December meeting

City Council

The council will vote on a $189,540 preliminary engineering contract with Wade Trim for Bristol Road improvements, and on accepting low bids totaling $58,737 for demolition of seven properties. Other action includes approving attorney bills ($1,321 total) and two appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• $189,540 contract with Wade Trim for preliminary engineering of Bristol Road from Saginaw St to Dort Hwy
• $58,737 in low demolition bids for 7 properties: 3512 Barcey Ct ($12,300), 2495 Clarice Ave ($7,450), 2118 James St ($7,500), 2079 Judd R ($7,987), 3518 Laurel Ave ($6,000), 4237 Leith St ($8,750), 2172 Scottwood Ave ($8,750)
• Appointment of Rick Fuhst to Zoning Board of Appeals (term 2022-2026)
• Appointment of Joey Richvalsky as Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate (term 2022-2025)
• Payment of attorney bills: $5,105 (Doyle) and $216 (Masud)

Council approved a collective bargaining agreement for patrol officers and a contract for preliminary engineering of Bristol Road. The board also appointed two members to the Zoning Board of Appeals and approved several demolition bids, though two properties were held for further review.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Burton Patrol Officers (POAM) (unanimous)
• Approved $189,540 contract with Wade Trim, Inc. for Bristol Road preliminary engineering (unanimous)
• Approved demolition bids for 5 properties via DR AC Enterprise; 2495 Clarice Ave and 2079 Judd Rd held in abeyance for 30 days (unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Fuhst to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Appointed Joey Richvalsky as Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate (unanimous)
• Approved $5,105 payment for Attorney Doyle (unanimous)
• Approved $216 payment for Attorney Masud (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Burton Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming holiday events, including a Veterans Day ceremony, a Christmas tree lighting, and a Pizza with Santa event. They will also recap the recent Trick-or-Treat Trail and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Trick-or-Treat Trail recap
• Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11, 2022 at 11:11 AM
• Veterans Honor Run on November 12, 2022 at 11:11 AM
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 19, 2022
• Pizza with Santa event on December 3, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Burton Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications and one tabled special-use item. Joshua Beaudry seeks a variance to store construction contractor equipment in a residential zone. Alicia Walton requests variances for oversized wall signs and an additional freestanding sign at a shopping center. A tabled item from Vash Investment Group for warehouse storage units in a C-2 zone will also be discussed.

• ZBA #22-18: Joshua Beaudry requests M-2 special use in SE zone for construction contractor equipment storage at 6280 E. Atherton Rd.
• ZBA #22-19: Alicia Walton seeks wall sign variance (187.2 sq ft vs. 36 sq ft allowed) and an additional freestanding sign at 1242 E. Bristol Rd.
• Tabled ZBA #22-16: Vash Investment Group proposes M-1 special use for warehouse storage units (1,200-1,500 sq ft) at 4244 E. Bristol Rd.

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission voted unanimously to authorize public logic and accuracy testing of voting equipment on Nov. 1, appoint election workers for the Nov. 8 general election, and approve printing and use of election day ballots. The commission also discussed ongoing issues at the Blessed Sacrament polling location, including campaign law violations, and considered adding a plain-clothes police officer visit. The city will not participate in new state pre-processing of absentee ballots due to late legislation.

• Approved public logic and accuracy testing of voting equipment on Nov. 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM in the Clerk's Office
• Approved appointment of election workers and alternates for the Nov. 8 general election, with shifts at Blessed Sacrament to address reported campaign law issues
• Approved printing and use of election day ballots; absentee ballot drop box under 24-hour surveillance with an additional camera planned
• Discussed adding a plain-clothes police officer visit at Blessed Sacrament near end of shift to address concerns
• City will not participate in new state law allowing pre-processing of absentee ballots before election day

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission will meet to consider three new business items for the upcoming November 8, 2022 General Election: authorizing public logic and accuracy testing of voting equipment on November 1, 2022; appointing election workers and alternates as presented by the City Clerk; and approving the printing and use of Election Day ballots.

• Approve and authorize public logic and accuracy testing on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM for voting equipment used in the November 8, 2022 General Election.
• Approve and authorize appointment of election workers and alternate election workers for the November 8, 2022 General Election as presented by the City Clerk.
• Approve and authorize printing and use of Election Day ballots for the November 8, 2022 General Election.

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on trees within the DDA district. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and an opportunity for public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on trees in the DDA District

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider approving three action items: a $4,535 attorney billing from Doyle for 9/28-10/11/22, a residential sanitary water & sewer installer's license for K-1 Concrete Inc., and a $26,300 contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan for preliminary engineering of sanitary sewer repairs. The meeting also includes public comment, committee reports, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve $26,300 contract with Stantec Consulting Michigan for preliminary engineering of sanitary sewer point repairs (open cut lateral)
• Approve $4,535 payment for attorney billing (Doyle) for period 9/28/22 to 10/11/22
• Approve residential sanitary water & sewer installer's license for K-1 Concrete Inc., Montrose, MI
• Authorize $1.00 compensation payment to Gregory Benjamin for a permanent watermain easement on parcel #59-24-551-034

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing on a special assessment paving project for Maple Leaf Estates Condo, including asphalt mill and resurface work and storm sewer improvements. Following the hearing, the Council will vote on approving the project map, ordering final plans, designating the special assessment district, and setting payment installments.

• Public hearing for Maple Leaf Estates Condo paving and storm sewer improvements
• Council to vote on approving the project map and ordering final plans
• Special assessment district covers Maple Leaf Estates Condominiums Units 1-27
• City to assess 50% of cost; first payment due with summer taxes after construction

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss three scheduled community events. These include a trail event in October and two holiday celebrations in November and December.

• Trick-or-Treat Trail event scheduled for October 22, 2022
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony scheduled for November 19, 2022
• Pizza with Santa event scheduled for December 3, 2022

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission is meeting to prepare for the November 8, 2022 General Election. The body will consider the printing of ballots, the appointment of election workers, and the schedule for equipment testing.

• Printing and use of Election Day Ballots for the November 8, 2022 General Election
• Appointment of Election Workers and Alternate Election Workers
• Public Logic and Accuracy Testing on November 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider a special use request for a mobile food trailer. The body will also review three administrative site plans for a cold storage structure and two automotive businesses.

• SPR #22-36: Request to operate a mobile food trailer at 4339 Davison Rd. for longer than 10 consecutive days
• SPR #22-33: Accessory structure for cold storage at 1291 Maple Rd.
• SPR #22-34: New business, Limitless Auto (auto clean up shop), at 1460 Hemphill Rd.
• SPR #22-35: Change of ownership for a Class B Auto Dealer at 3201 S. Dort Hwy.

City Council

The Burton City Council will consider several payments and contracts, including sewer system improvements and building maintenance. The body is also reviewing a budget amendment to fund library repairs.

• Contract with Andy's Roofing for City Hall re-roofing in the amount of $49,875
• Agreement with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. for sanitary sewer system improvements not to exceed $199,500
• Budget amendment to increase Burton Memorial Library repair and maintenance by $12,000
• Residential Sanitary Water & Sewer Installer's License request for Waldorf and Sons, Inc.
• Attorney billing payments of $4,603.00 (Doyle) and $3,835.32 (Masud)

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing to determine if the property at 3491 Atherton Rd is a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition of the structure.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the demolition of 3491 Atherton Rd (Parcel ID # 59-21-578-004)

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing to determine if the property at 3512 Barcy Ct is a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition of the structure.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the demolition of 3512 Barcy Ct (Parcel ID # 59-29-552-016)

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing to determine if the property at 1423 S Belsay Rd is a public nuisance or hazard. The council will decide whether to order immediate demolition, require repairs, or postpone action.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the property at 1423 S Belsay Rd (Parcel ID # 59-13-300-006)
• DPW recommendation for immediate demolition contingent upon acceptance of the low bid

City Council

The City Council will hold a hearing to determine if the property at 4237 Leith St is a public nuisance or hazard. The council will decide whether to order immediate demolition, allow for repairs, or postpone action.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding demolition of 4237 Leith St (Parcel ID # 59-03-504-068)

City Council

The City Council will hold a hearing to determine if the property at 2172 Scottwood Ave is a public nuisance or hazard. The body will decide whether to order immediate demolition, repair, abatement, or a postponement of action.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the demolition of 2172 Scottwood Ave (Parcel ID # 59-32-503-261)

City Council

The City Council will hold a hearing to determine if the property at 2118 James St is a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends the immediate demolition of the structure.

• Public hearing regarding the demolition of 2118 James St (Parcel ID # 59-29-555-025)

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing to determine if the property at 2079 E Judd Rd is a public nuisance or hazard. The Department of Public Works recommends immediate demolition of the structure.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the demolition of 2079 E Judd Rd (Parcel ID # 59-32-503-317)

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing to determine if the property at 2017 Term St is a public nuisance or hazard. The council will decide whether to order immediate demolition, allow for repairs, or postpone action.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding the demolition of 2017 Term St (Parcel ID # 59-21-528-040)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the acceptance of a paving petition and related assessments for the Maple Leaf Subdivision. The body will also consider scheduling a public hearing for October 17, 2022, regarding these improvements.

• Payment of $4,834.00 for Attorney Billing (Doyle) from 8/31/22 to 9/13/22
• Acceptance of paving petition for Maple Leaf Subdivision using mill and resurface standards
• Proposal for a 50% City match for Maple Leaf Subdivision asphalt mill and resurface and drainage repairs
• Scheduling of a public hearing for October 17, 2022, regarding Maple Leaf Subdivision Project #22-015-P

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will meet to review administrative reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to discuss the replacement of trees within the DDA district.

• Discussion regarding replacing trees in the DDA district

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two requests for variances to allow specific business uses on E. Bristol Rd. The board will determine if these requests meet the required hardship and safety conditions.

• ZBA #22-16: Request by Vash Investment Group for warehouse storage units (1200-1500 sq ft) at 4244 E. Bristol Rd.
• ZBA #22-17: Request by Jess Whitney for outside storage of construction contractor’s equipment at 4448 E. Bristol Rd.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Burton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the planning of two community events. The commission is reviewing schedules for a fall trail event and a winter lighting ceremony.

• Trick-or-Treat Trail event scheduled for October 22, 2022
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony scheduled for November 19, 2022

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct regular business and review administrative and committee reports. The body is scheduled to decide on two specific payments for legal services.

• Payment of Attorney Billing (Doyle) for 8/10/22 to 8/30/22 in the amount of $6,848.00
• Payment of Attorney Billing (Ma sud) for 7/8/2022 to 7/20/2022 in the amount of $2,880.00

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for a property at 3030 E. Atherton Rd. The applicant is seeking to conduct an M-1 use in a C-2 zone for an auto dealership.

• Variance ZBA #22-15: Request by Hassan Daher for auto dealership use at 3030 E. Atherton Rd.

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority is meeting to authorize payments for tree trimming. The board will also discuss and potentially take action regarding trees and banner pole repairs within the DDA District.

• Payment for tree trimming in the DDA District
• Repairs to banner poles in the DDA District
• Discussion on trees in the DDA District

City Council

The Burton City Council will vote on several expenditures and a property sale. The meeting includes a decision on a road rehabilitation contract and a temporary road closure for a community event.

• Contract with Hutch Paving Inc. for $496,131.30 to rehab Judd Rd., Davenport Dr., and Barnes Ave.
• Sale of vacant lot on Hemphill Rd (Parcel No. 59-28-502-057) to Thomas and Deborah Cook for $3,000
• Resolution 2022-25 for temporary road closure for Bikes on the Bricks Event on September 10, 2022
• Payment of $6,627.00 for Attorney Billing (Doyle) from 7/27/22 to 8/9/22

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and vote on three $500 payments. The body will also coordinate logistics for park maintenance and seasonal activities.

• Motion to approve $500 for Bendle Cheer Team
• Motion to approve $500 for Bentley Robotics Team
• Motion to approve $500 for Atherton Theatre
• Fireman's Park Clean-Up scheduled for August 18, 2022
• Planning for Trick-or-Treat Trail, Veterans Day Race, and Tree Lighting Ceremony

City Council

The Burton City Council will meet to review administrative reports and authorize several payments. The council is deciding on a professional engineering contract for drainage work on Genesee Road.

• Contract with Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. for Genesee Road culvert extensions at an estimated cost of $28,445.00
• Payment of $5,226.00 for Attorney Billing (Doyle)
• Payment of $3,456.00 for Attorney Billing (Masud)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review four applications for variances from city zoning ordinances. These requests involve residential pet limits, temporary living arrangements, business use districts, and sidewalk requirements.

• ZBA #22-11: Request to allow 4 dogs at 2056 E. Boatfield Ave.
• ZBA #22-12: Request to live in a camper during house rehab at 2103 E. Bergin Ave.
• ZBA #22-13: Request to operate a mini storage facility at 4150 E. Bristol Rd.
• ZBA #22-14: Request to waive sidewalk construction at 3218 E. Atherton Rd.

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss general topics related to the DDA district. No specific contracts or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on general topics germane to the DDA District

City Council

The City Council is deciding on a professional engineering contract for a project on Bristol Road. The body is also considering the scheduling of public hearings for potential nuisance properties and the intent to sell city-owned properties.

• Contract with Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment, In. (OHM) for Bristol Road, Belsay to Vassar engineering at an estimated cost of $144,620.00
• Payment of Attorney Billing (Doyle) for 7/1/22 to 7/12/22 in the amount of $4,865.00
• Resolution 2022-24 of Intent to Sell the City Owned Properties
• Proposed public hearings on Sept 19 and 20 for potential nuisance/hazardous conditions at 12 specific properties
• Public hearings for properties including 2017 Term, 2079 Judd, 1180 Allen, and 1423 S. Belsay Rd

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Burton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review the Memorial Day 50th Anniversary and discuss the budget. The body will also address park clean-up efforts and the Trick-or-Treat Trail.

• Budget discussion
• Fireman's Park clean-up
• Kelly Lake Park Bathrooms clean-up
• Trick-or-Treat Trail discussion
• Memorial Day/ 50th Anniversary recap

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plan requests for new construction and business changes. The body will consider proposals for accessory structures and business operations at various city locations.

• SPR #22-27: 1,500 square foot cold storage accessory structure at 2347 E. Bristol Rd.
• SPR #22-30: Proposed drive-thru window and elevation for Bishop Pharmacy at 2356 N. Center Rd.
• SPR #22-29: New business, Secondhand Rose Thrift Shop, LLC at G4440 S. Saginaw St.
• SPR #22-31: New ownership at 1110 E. Bristol Rd.
• SPR #22-32: Storage building with attached pavilion at 1114 S. Genesee Rd.

Election Commission

The Burton Election Commission is meeting to authorize the logistics for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election. The body will review ballots, staffing, and equipment testing.

• Printing and use of August 2, 2022 Primary Election ballots
• Appointment of Election Workers and Alternate Election Workers
• Public Logic and Accuracy Testing on July 26, 2022, at 10:00 AM

City Council

The Burton City Council is meeting to vote on several contracts and a property sale. Key items include a road rehabilitation project on East Bristol Road and a new janitorial services agreement.

• Contract with Professional Building Services for janitorial services at $5,391.00 per month
• MDOT contract for preliminary engineering for road rehabilitation on East Bristol Road from Fenton Road to Saginaw Street (City cost: approximately $27,520)
• Sale of vacant lot (Parcel No. 59-22-529-026) on Bramblewood to Roy Eugene Riley II for $400 cash
• Payment of Attorney Billing (Doyle) for 6/15/22 to 6/30/22 in the amount of $4,757.00

Downtown Development Authority

The Burton Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from May 16, 2022. The board will hold a discussion and consider possible action on general topics related to the DDA District.

• Approval of May 16, 2022 Public Hearing minutes
• Approval of May 16, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on general DDA District topics

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct regular business and review council actions. The body is deciding on a specific legal payment and a professional license request.

• Payment of Attorney Billing (Doyle) for 5/26/22 to 6/14/22 in the amount of $6,059.00
• Residential Sanitary Water & Sewer Installer's License request for Haslock and Sons, Inc.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider four variance requests. These requests include proposals for vehicle storage, industrial use in a business zone, backyard chickens, and a garage setback reduction.

• ZBA #22-07: Request to temporarily store finished vehicles at 5205 E. Court St.
• ZBA #22-08: Request for M-1 light industrial use and M-2 open storage yard at 5490 Davison Rd.
• ZBA #22-09: Request to keep backyard chickens on less than 1/2 acre at 2114 Morrish St.
• ZBA #22-10: Request to build a detached garage 5 feet from a house at 2301 Pear Tree Dr.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning classification change for a property on E. Atherton Rd. The body will also review two administrative site plans for businesses on E. Bristol Rd.

• Public hearing for SPR #22-16 / ZC# 329: Request to change 3030 E. Atherton Rd. from C-2 General Business to C-3 Highway Oriented Business
• Site plan review SPR #22-26: New business (Fluid Cooling Systems) at 2441 E. Bristol Rd.
• Site plan review SPR #22-27: Construction of a 1,500 square foot cold storage accessory structure at 2347 E. Bristol Rd.

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and the Downtown Development Authority Budget. The body is also considering tax millages and fees for the upcoming fiscal year and several budget amendments for the 2021-2022 period.

• Resolution 2022-21 to levy tax millages including General Operating (4.0000), Police (8.4408 total), and Fire (0.9945)
• Contract with ROWE Professional Services Company for CDBG Local Street Paving for Scottwood, Parkwood, and Bergin not to exceed $25,750.00
• Payment of $6,148.90 for Attorney Billing (Doyle) from 5/11/22 to 5/25/22
• Residential Sanitary Water & Sewer Installer's Licenses for Fortress Foundations, LLC and Stamper and Son Excavating
• Increase to compensation for City of Burton Election Workers

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to conclude discussions on the 2022-23 budget. The meeting will focus on budget changes and proposals.

• 2022-2023 Budget changes and proposals

Budget

The city is holding a budget workshop to discuss funding for the Department of Public Works and city buildings. The session includes a period for audience participation regarding the budget.

• Water funds
• Sewer funds
• Building Department funds
• Water and sewer capital improvements
• Governmental building needs including roofs and parking lots