Fenton public meetings in 2024

Downtown Development Authority

The Fenton Downtown Development Authority will discuss a proposed security camera system for the new Bush Park courts, a downtown parking study, and a hazardous material survey needed before demolishing 106 N Pine St. The board will also consider authorizing $23,577.33 in accounts payable and hear updates on downtown light pole banners and city hall office furniture upgrades.

• Security cameras for new Bush Park courts, with optional expansion to all Bush Park
• Downtown parking study
• Hazardous material inventory/survey pre-demolition of 106 N Pine St
• Accounts payable authorization of $23,577.33
• City hall office furniture upgrades including DDA and LDFA office

The Fenton DDA approved adding 18 security cameras to cover all of Bush Park for $30,696, and approved design services for replacement playground equipment at Bush Park for $2,850. They also approved the consent agenda, city hall office furniture upgrades, and a hazardous material survey for 106 N Pine St. No decisions were made on the downtown parking study or light pole banners, which are still under review.

• Approved $30,696 for 18 security cameras covering all of Bush Park (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved $2,850 design services for replacement playground equipment at Bush Park with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including $23,577.33 bill payment and October 15, 2024 minutes (roll call, 8-0)
• Approved city hall office furniture upgrades including DDA and LDFA offices (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved hazardous material inventory/survey pre-demolition of 106 N Pine St (voice vote, all ayes)

Parks Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss the Draft Master Plan. The board will review public input and comments received regarding the plan.

• Review of Parks and Recreation Draft Master Plan
• Discussion of public input and comments on the Draft Master Plan

The Fenton Parks Board approved sending the Parks and Recreation Draft Master Plan to the city council. The board also noted that public comments on the plan are open until December 16, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved sending Draft Master Plan to city council (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 regular meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an amendment to the cemetery code of ordinances and a resolution regarding Public Act 152 of 2011. The body is also reviewing several geotechnical service contracts for watermain and parking lot projects and various equipment purchases.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 725 to amend Chapter 8 — Cemeteries
• Payment of invoices totaling $748,861.94 and Community Center invoices of $10,617.76
• Geotechnical services for Lincoln Street Watermain Replacement Project ($5,800)
• Geotechnical services for Cliff View Village Condo S.A.D. Parking Lot Replacement ($3,750)
• Purchase of DPW and Water Treatment Plant office furniture from Office Furniture Warehouse, LLC ($12,240)

The Fenton City Council approved the City Manager's contract as determined by Council, and unanimously passed Resolution No. 24-29 to exempt the city from Public Act 152 of 2011 for the next year. Council also approved several service contracts, including geotechnical investigations for two projects and a police postage machine lease. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved City Manager's contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-29 to exempt from PA 152 (unanimous)
• Approved $748,861.94 invoice payment and $10,617.76 Community Center invoices (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025 City Council meeting schedule (consent agenda)
• Approved $4,009.20 five-year Pitney Bowes postage machine lease (unanimous)
• Approved $3,750 geotechnical services for Cliffview Village SAD parking lot (unanimous)
• Approved $5,800 geotechnical services for Lincoln Street watermain (unanimous)
• Approved $12,240 DPW office furniture purchase (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to consider a policy question regarding a water system access request from Domico Med-Device. The company is located on Fenton Road in Fenton Township and currently relies on a private well.

• Request by Domico Med-Device for connection to the city water main located approximately 150 feet south of their south drive
• Proposal for Domico Med-Device to pay for all engineering and construction costs
• Discussion of a potential franchise agreement between the City of Fenton and Fenton Township

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its meetings scheduled for November 26 and December 17, 2024, due to a lack of public hearings or pending business. The next regular meeting is set for January 28, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to no public hearings or business pending

City Council

The Fenton City Council will vote on Resolution 24-28 for the Materials Management Plan - County Selection, discuss increasing the Water Affidavit amount, and consider multiple contracts including a $73,885 tree replacement project at North Fenton Estates. The council will also approve invoices totaling $709,412.84, a legal services agreement, and hold a closed session for labor negotiations.

• Resolution 24-28: Materials Management Plan – County Selection
• Discussion on increasing the Water Affidavit amount
• North Fenton Estates Subdivision tree replacement project awarded to Branching Out Nursery & Landscape, LLC for $73,885
• Legal Services Agreement with Gault Davison PC
• Approval of fireworks permit for Jinglefest

Museum Board

The Fenton Museum Board meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024 has been cancelled because there are no public hearings or business items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled with no business or public hearings.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special land use request from Kroger to add a drive-through pharmacy window and outdoor storage at 15100 Silver Parkway. A site plan review for associated façade, landscaping, and parking lot improvements is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for special land use request to allow outdoor sales and drive-through at Kroger, 15100 Silver Parkway
• Special land use application PSLU24-0003 for drive-through pharmacy and outdoor storage in General Business District/PUD
• Site plan review PSPR24-0003 for façade, landscaping, and parking lot improvements at same location
• Approval of October 24, 2024, Planning Commission minutes

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will discuss old business including luminaries, the Trolley Event/Beautification Awards, work at City Hall, and Jinglefest. New business includes planning an Orchid Class in December and exploring new event ideas. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from September 16 and the financial report.

• Discussion of luminaries and potential downtown expansion
• Trolley Event/Beautification Awards for holiday displays on Dec 6-7 and 13-14
• Jinglefest cookie and cider handout on December 7
• Orchid Class planning for December
• New events and ideas discussion

Oakwood Cemetery Board

This is a regular meeting of the Oakwood Cemetery Board. They will approve minutes, discuss several cemetery maintenance projects including tree removal and a water line project, and review an invoice from Covenant Cemetery Service. No major decisions or votes are anticipated.

• Approve meeting minutes of September 12, 2024
• Discuss stump project and tree removal
• Discuss water line project
• Review Covenant Cemetery Service invoice for August and September 2024
• Discuss 2025 meeting schedule

Parks Board

The Park and Recreation Board will hear a presentation on replacing playscape equipment at Bush Park from Daniel Perreault of LLA Michigan Recreation Construction Inc. and DPW Director Dan Brisson. They will also receive an update on the Park and Recreation Master Plan from Krista Oelschlaeger of OHM. The board will consider approving minutes from the October 8 meeting and hear citizen comments.

• Presentation on Bush Park replacement playscape equipment by Daniel Perreault (LLA) and Dan Brisson (DPW)
• Update on Park and Recreation Master Plan by Krista Oelschlaeger (OHM)
• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024 regular meeting
• Citizen comments on agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM

City Council

This agenda announces the cancellation of the regular City Council meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024. The next regular meeting will be held on November 25, 2024. No business items are discussed due to the cancellation.

Arts and Culture Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss reports on past and upcoming cultural events. Members will review the Story Telling Event and plan for the Book Author, Nutcracker, and Jinglefest events.

• Report on Story Telling Event (October 12, 2024)
• Book Author Event (November 14, 2024)
• Nutcracker Event (December 8, 2024)
• Share Art Genesee Grant Reporting
• Jinglefest (December 7, 2024)

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board will review a facilities update, hear reports from the librarian and GDL, and discuss Holly Boyd's application to join the board. The consent agenda includes approval of September minutes and the current budget. The meeting was rescheduled from November 14 to accommodate a member.

• Facilities update by Mike Hart and Jon Staisil
• Librarian report by Ivan Smith
• GDL report by Kelly Flynn
• Library Board application update for Holly Boyd
• Approval of September minutes and budget

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to discuss a maintenance agreement for the ALDI store on Owen Road and a Library Board appointment. The body will also review updates regarding the Lead & Copper Rule and a materials management plan.

• Proposed 5-year maintenance agreement and $100,000 bond with Fenton Owen Plaza LLC for Owen Road
• Recommendation to appoint Ms. Holly Boyd to the Library Board
• Selection of Genesee County for the Materials Management Plan
• Lead & Copper Rule update

City Council

The City of Fenton regular City Council meeting scheduled for October 28, 2024, at 7:30 pm has been relocated to the Fire Department at 205 E. Caroline Street. No other agenda items are listed; this is a procedural notice only.

• Meeting location changed from 301 S. Leroy Street to 205 E. Caroline Street (Fire Department)

City Council

The Fenton City Council will consider several resolutions and contracts, including a financial commitment for the CMAQ program, removal of a light pole at Bush Park, approval of engineering services for Cliff View Estates parking lot improvements, purchase of Hurst rescue tools for $57,985, and authorization to market a ladder truck for sale.

• Consent agenda authorizes payment of invoices totaling $1,364,970.90
• Resolution 24-26: FY 2026-2029 CMAQ program local match financial commitment
• Resolution 24-27: Remove Consumers Energy light pole at Bush Park
• Scope of engineering services for 2025 Cliff View Estates condo parking lot improvements
• Purchase of Hurst rescue tools from Macqueen Equipment for $57,985

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a request from Home Depot regarding outdoor storage. The body will also introduce a new commission member and review minutes from August 22, 2024.

• PSLU24-0001: Home Depot request for screened outdoor storage of live goods, palleted goods, sheds, and retail equipment at 15255 Silver Parkway

Local Development Finance Authority

The board will meet to review the financial report and approve minutes from April 9, 2024. The agenda is primarily procedural with no new business listed.

• Approval of April 9, 2024 minutes
• Review of Financial Report
• Informational Meeting regarding PA 57 of 2018

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its October 22, 2024 meeting because there were no public hearings or business to address. The next scheduled meeting is November 26, 2024.

City Council

The Fenton City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for prosecuting attorney services. No other business items are listed. The meeting includes a call to audience and adjournment.

• Conduct interviews for prosecuting attorney services

City Council

The Fenton City Council is holding a public meeting to interview candidates for the position of Prosecuting Attorney. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Interview candidates for Prosecuting Attorney Services

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss and possibly approve the purchase of a replacement sidewalk broom tractor from Bobcat of Lansing at a cost not exceeding $26,698.20, as recommended by the Public Works Director. Other items include lighting for new Bush Park courts, COVID-19 Business Marketing Plan e-gift card programs, and plans for Restaurant Week 2025. The meeting also includes a director's report, financial report, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Replacement sidewalk broom tractor purchase from Bobcat of Lansing, budgeted at $70,000, with actual cost not to exceed $26,698.20
• Lighting for new Bush Park courts (discussion/approval item)
• COVID-19 Business Marketing Plan Yiftee E-Gift Card Program 2024
• COVID-19 Business Marketing Plan Fenton Fall Shopapalooza Event E-Gift Card Program BOGO
• Restaurant Week 2025 planning

City Council

The council will consider consent agenda items including payment of invoices totaling $782,740.73, approval of a parade and 5K run for Jinglefest on December 7, 2024, a resolution committing financial support for the FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program, and a $61,600 contract with M.E. Simpson Company for water distribution valve maintenance and fire hydrant assessment. Also up for approval are minutes from several prior meetings.

• Authorize $61,600 contract with M.E. Simpson Company for water distribution valve maintenance and fire hydrant assessment
• Resolution No. 24-25 approving local match commitment for FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program
• Approve Jinglefest parade and 5K run on December 7, 2024
• Consent agenda includes payments of $772,532.11 in general invoices and $10,208.62 in Community Center invoices
• Approve minutes from Arts & Culture Commission meetings (April, June, August 2024), Special City Council (Sept 16), City Council (Sept 23), and Council Work Session (Oct 7)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission is discussing the planning of four upcoming events scheduled between October 2024 and February 2025. The body is also addressing the GFAC Grant 2025 application due September 24, 2024.

• Storytelling Event (October 12th, 2024)
• Book Author Event (November 14th, 2024)
• Nutcracker Event (December 8th, 2024)
• Cabin Fever (February 28th, 2025)
• GFAC Grant 2025 application

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to finalize preparations for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The body will vote on personnel assignments and the accuracy of ballots for Genesee and Oakland counties.

• Oath of office for Mark Suchowski
• Approval of election inspector assignments for early voting, election day, and the absent voter counting board
• Approval of ballots for Genesee County Precincts 1, 2, and 3
• Approval of ballots for Oakland County Precinct 2
• Authorization of accuracy testing for the November 5, 2024 General Election

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss updates on Rackham Park rental and fee structures, the Bush Park Courts project, and new playground equipment for Bush Park. These are discussion items with no final decisions expected at this meeting.

• Further discussion on Rackham Park rental and fees
• Update on Bush Park Courts project
• Discussion and update on Bush Park new playground equipment

City Council

The Prosecuting Attorney Review Committee is meeting to review requests for proposals (RFP) for a prosecuting attorney. The meeting is focused on this single review item.

• Review of Prosecuting Attorney RFP

City Council

The Fenton City Council will consider appointing Mark Suchowski to fill a vacancy on the Election Commission and discuss approving the Jinglefest Parade and 5K Run scheduled for December 7, 2024. A closed session is planned to discuss a legal opinion. The work session will also include call to the audience and roll call.

• Appointment of Mark Suchowski to Election Commission vacancy, effective immediately
• Approval request for Jinglefest Parade (6:00 PM) and 5K Run (3:00 PM) on December 7, 2024, with specified routes
• Closed session to discuss legal opinion

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to appoint a new member and establish procedures for the November 2024 Presidential Election. The body will consider a resolution regarding early tabulation and the absent voter counting board.

• Recommendation to appoint Mark Suchowski to the Election Commission vacancy
• Resolution No. 24-01 establishing absent voter counting board and early tabulation for the November 2024 Presidential Election

Planning Commission

The City of Fenton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024, has been cancelled due to no pending business or public hearings. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2024.

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its September 24, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or pending business. The next scheduled meeting is October 22, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, including water main replacements and park improvements. The body is also reviewing a large volume of invoices and swearing in a new council member.

• Construction contract for Bush Park tennis and pickleball courts awarded to Asphalt Specialists, LLC for $427,270.00
• Engineering services for Lincoln Street water main replacement not to exceed $42,500
• Urgent temporary water service leads on Lincoln Street awarded to Steve’s Plumbing, LLC for $23,395
• Authorization of invoices totaling $1,997,677.85
• Bush Park Gazebo rehabilitation estimated at $6,600 with a 50% cost share from Fenton Rotary Club

Arts and Culture Commission

The Fenton Arts and Culture Commission will review consent agenda items including August minutes and financial report, then discuss old business covering several upcoming events (Book Author, Storytelling, Nutcracker, Cabin Fever) and new business regarding the GFAC Grant 2025 application. The meeting is largely focused on planning and grant coordination.

• Discussion of GFAC Grant 2025 application (Sept 24, 2024) - Bottecelli
• Book Author Event on November 14, 2024 - Piacentini
• Storytelling Event on October 12, 2024 - Bottecelli
• Nutcracker Event on December 8, 2024 – Lockwood & Stickel
• Cabin Fever event on February 28, 2025 - Szczepanski

Museum Board

The Fenton Museum Board will meet to discuss the status of the furnace and air conditioning, cleaning the outside of the building, and the city's process for renting the building. The board also has a grand opening scheduled for October 13th. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Status of furnace and air conditioning
• Cleaning of building exterior
• City process for renting the building
• Grand opening scheduled for October 13, 2024

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board will hold a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items including meeting minutes and the budget. Old business includes updates on library facilities and the librarian's report. New business involves a potential library board application.

• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and budget (attached)
• Facilities update from Mike Hart and Jon Staisil
• Librarian report from Ivan Smith (meet and greet TBD)
• GDL report from Kelly Flynn (attached TBD)
• Library Board Application: TBD under new business

Beautification Commission

The commission will review minutes and financial reports, then discuss old business including the 'So Good It's Scary' event, corn stalks, luminaries, the trolley event/beautification awards, and work at City Hall. New business includes applications, new event ideas, a pocket park bench, and Jinglefest. The meeting is largely procedural with a focus on planning seasonal decorations and community events.

• Pocket Park bench discussion under new business
• Trolley Event/Beautification Awards update
• Event So Good It’s Scary planning
• Jinglefest discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to interview applicants for a City Council vacancy. The body will also appoint a Prosecuting Attorney Application Review Committee.

• Interviews for City Council vacancy applicants
• Appointment of Prosecuting Attorney Application Review Committee

The Fenton City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for a council vacancy and appointed Mark Suchowski by unanimous vote. The council also established a committee to review applications for the Prosecuting Attorney position. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Mark Suchowski to City Council vacancy (6-0)
• Appointed McDermott, Sage, and Osborn to Prosecuting Attorney Application Review Committee (6-0)

Oakwood Cemetery Board

The board will approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss cemetery maintenance items including a fallen tree cleanup in Old Prospect Hill, the DAR dedication ceremony on October 12, water lines, flag retirement, and Memory Tree. They will also review an invoice from Covenant Cemetery Service for June and July 2024.

• Stump Project: cleanup of fallen tree in Old Prospect Hill
• DAR Dedication ceremony scheduled for October 12 at 1:00 p.m.
• Invoice from Covenant Cemetery Service for June and July 2024
• Discussion of water lines and dump operations
• Memory Tree and flag retirement

The Oakwood Cemetery Board met on September 12, 2024, and unanimously approved the July 11, 2024 meeting minutes. The board discussed several operational items, including stump removal, cleanup in Old Prospect Hill, water line replacement, and a DAR dedication ceremony, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Fenton Parks Board will discuss a request to use Rackham Park for fall family photos on October 27 and a project to repair and refinish the Bush Park Gazebo. The board will also approve minutes from July and hear citizen comments.

• Request to use Rackham Park for Fall Family Photos on October 27, 2024, from 9am to 4pm presented by Glover Agency
• Bush Park Gazebo repairs and refinishing project presented by Dan Brisson
• Approve minutes of July 9, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Fenton City Council will consider a consent agenda authorizing payment of invoices totaling $342,126.46 (general) and $6,862.74 (Community Center), approve minutes from two prior meetings, and reappoint Michael Csapo to the Planning Commission. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations.

• Authorize payment of $342,126.46 in general invoices
• Authorize payment of $6,862.74 in Community Center invoices
• Reappoint Michael Csapo to Planning Commission (term expiring 9/1/2027)
• Approve minutes from August 24 Council meeting and September 3 Work Session
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations

The City Council approved a tentative agreement with Unit 2 and corrected a wage in the Unit 1 contract. They also approved the consent agenda, including payments and a reappointment, and held a closed session for labor negotiations.

• Approved Unit 2 tentative agreement (5-0)
• Approved wage correction in Unit 1 contract (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $342,126.46 invoices, $6,862.74 Community Center invoices, meeting minutes, and reappointment of Michael Csapo to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss labor negotiations (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to receive updates on the city website redesign and the community garden. The agenda also includes a presentation from Altamont Donaldson and a closed session regarding labor negotiations.

• Website redesign update
• Community garden update
• Altamont Donaldson presentation
• Closed session for labor negotiations

The Fenton City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They set the Museum Porch Dedication event for Sunday, October 13, 2024, at noon, and heard updates on the website redesign, community garden, and a grave re-dedication event for Revolutionary War soldier Altamont Donaldson on October 12, 2024.

• Set Museum Porch Dedication event for Oct. 13, 2024 at noon
• Heard update on website redesign
• Heard update on community garden
• Heard presentation on Altamont Donaldson grave re-dedication event

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its August 27, 2024 meeting because there were no public hearings or pending business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including invoice payments totaling over $2.25 million, and several contracts and purchases. Notable items include a change order for the Elmwood Reconstruction Project, a three-year contract with Munetrix, an arc flash study, and window blinds for City Hall. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations.

• Change Order No. 4 payable to DiPonio Contracting Inc. for the State Road Division of the Elmwood Reconstruction Project in the amount of $158,284.48
• 3-year contract with Munetrix to begin October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2027
• Arc Flash Study proposal from Turner Electrical Services at a price not to exceed $12,744
• Purchase of window blinds for twelve windows at City Hall for $8,986
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations

The Fenton City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including $2,251,712.30 in invoices and $1,272.49 in Community Center invoices, plus meeting minutes, resignations, and proclamations. They also approved a 3-year Munetrix contract, a $158,284.48 change order for the State Road project, an arc flash study, an occupational health services agreement, window blinds, and downtown event signage. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda with $2,251,712.30 in invoices and $1,272.49 in Community Center invoices (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Munetrix contract starting Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for State Road project, $158,284.48 to DiPonio Contracting Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved arc flash study proposal from Turner Electrical Services, not to exceed $12,744 (unanimous)
• Approved occupational health services agreement with McLaren Health Management Group (unanimous)
• Approved $8,986 for City Hall window blinds (unanimous)
• Approved signage use for Witches Night Out and Ladies Night Out events (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Land Use request for an indoor concrete ready-mix batch plant at 400 Meadowridge Drive (Extreme Landscaping Services). The commission will also consider an amendment to the approved site plan for that property. An update on the Railyard and a term appointment are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for Special Land Use request (PSLU23-0007) for indoor concrete batch plant on 18.9 acres at 400 Meadowridge Drive, zoned IND Industrial/PUD
• Site plan amendment (PSPR23-0008) to add indoor concrete ready-mix batch plant at same address
• Term appointment: Csapo appointed to Planning Commission effective 9/1/24, term expires 9/2027, replacing Carpenter
• Railyard update (administrative item)

Beautification Commission

The Fenton Beautification Commission will hold a routine meeting with a consent agenda covering April minutes and a financial report. Old business includes a review of the 2023/24 budget, while new business covers planning for the September 28th Cornstalks event and filling a commission seat vacancy.

• Review of the 2023/24 budget
• Discussion of Cornstalks event on September 28th
• Addressing a seat vacancy on the commission

Parks Board

The August 13 Parks Board meeting was cancelled; no public hearings or business were pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

City Council

The Fenton City Council will vote on several items, including a rezoning request for two properties on Lincoln Street, a contract to provide assessing services to the City of Linden, and the purchase of a new brush truck for the fire department. The agenda also includes approval of a change order for the North Fenton Estates Reconstruction project and a special event application for Applefest. Consent agenda items include payment of invoices totaling $783,729.31 and $7,714.69, and appointment to the Library Board.

• Rezoning of 316 & 410 Lincoln Street from Medium Density Residential to Central Business District with Planned Unit Development overlay
• Contract to provide assessing services to City of Linden for $24,000 in FY 2025 and $25,000 in FY 2026
• Change Order No. 1 for DiPonio Contracting, Inc. on North Fenton Estates Reconstruction Project for $55,612.21
• Purchase of new Ford F-350 brush truck from CSI Emergency Apparatus for $136,372
• Special/temporary event application for Applefest with mobile vendors

The Fenton City Council approved a consent agenda including invoice payments and a Library Board appointment, then approved the Fenton High School Homecoming Parade, a contract with the City of Linden for assessing services, a change order for the North Fenton Estates project, a resolution for the MMRLCC, the rezoning of 316 & 410 Lincoln Street, a new fire department brush truck, and the Applefest special event. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including $783,729.31 in invoices and $7,714.69 in Community Center invoices (7-0)
• Approved Fenton High School Homecoming Parade on September 27, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved assessing services contract with City of Linden for $24,000 FY2025 and $25,000 FY2026 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for DiPonio Contracting, Inc. in amount of $55,612.21 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-24 MMRLCC and named delegates (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 316 & 410 Lincoln Street from MDR to Central Business District with PUD overlay (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F-350 brush truck from CSI Emergency Apparatus for $136,372 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Applefest special event request (unanimous voice vote)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Fenton Arts & Culture Commission will review the 2024 Art Walk, update the sculpture brochure, and plan upcoming events including a storytelling event on October 12 and a Nutcracker Christmas event. They will also consider a book author event and approve previous meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Review of Art Walk 2024
• Sculpture brochure update
• Storytelling event planned for October 12, 2024
• Book author event discussion
• Nutcracker Christmas event planning

The Fenton Arts and Culture Commission approved the consent agenda, including June minutes and financial report, by unanimous roll call. They agreed to participate in Art Walk 2025 with Southern Lakes Park and Recreation. Updates were given on the October storytelling event, November book author event, and December Nutcracker event, with ticket pricing and bus cost increases noted.

• Approved consent agenda (June minutes, financial report) (6-0)
• Agreed to participate in Art Walk 2025 alongside Southern Lakes Park and Recreation
• Discussed $25 ticket price for Book Author Event, agreed to include book in price
• Noted bus cost increase for Nutcracker event from $900 to $1150 each

City Council

The Fenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially authorize the purchase of a replacement brush truck for the fire department at a cost of $133,080. They will also discuss a water treatment plant aerator job. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a legal opinion from the city attorney.

• Proposed purchase of a new Ford F-350 brush truck from CSI Emergency Apparatus for $133,080 to replace a 31-year-old 1993 Dodge brush truck
• Discussion of water treatment plant aerator job (no details provided in agenda)
• Closed session to discuss city attorney legal opinion
• Council member comments and call to the audience (public comment period)

The Fenton City Council held a work session on August 5, 2024, and approved a $10,500 proposal by Mulka Masonry to replace damaged block at the water treatment plant aerator. The council also discussed purchasing a new brush truck for $133,080, but no formal action was taken. A closed session was held to discuss a legal opinion, and residents raised concerns about parking and noise at the Railyard.

• Approved Mulka Masonry proposal for WTP aerator block replacement at $10,500 (unanimous voice vote)
• Entered closed session to discuss city attorney legal opinion (unanimous roll call vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of two parcels on Lincoln Street. The body is considering changing the zoning from Medium Density Residential to Central Business District/Planned Unit Development to encourage development.

• Public hearing for rezoning parcels 53-26-576-064 and 53-26-576-062 on Lincoln Street
• Rezoning request for approximately 6.3 acres at 316 and 410 Lincoln Street from MDR to CBD-PUD
• Administrative item regarding Railyard Walk-In Cooler

The Fenton Planning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend that City Council approve rezoning approximately 6.3 acres at 316 and 410 Lincoln Street from MDR (Medium Density Residential) to CBD-PUD (Central Business District, Planned Unit Development). The recommendation includes findings and conditions from a CIB Planning report. The commission also discussed administrative site plan changes for the Railyard and potential zoning ordinance updates, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 316 and 410 Lincoln Street to CBD-PUD (8-0)
• Approved minutes from June 27, 2024 meeting
• Tabled no items; motion to review Railyard project died for lack of support

Zoning Board

The Fenton Zoning Board cancelled its July 23, 2024 meeting because there were no public hearings or pending business. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will review several municipal purchases and contracts, including a police department remodel and vehicle acquisitions. The body is also deciding on a tree replacement project for the Elmwood Subdivision.

• Elmwood Subdivision tree replacement project awarded to Branching Out Nursery for $77,352
• Police Department remodel by NBS Commercial Interiors not to exceed $75,000
• Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV for Building & Zoning Department for $57,747
• Street name sign replacement for North Road and W. Silver Lake Road for $14,118.60
• Payment of invoices totaling $1,327,097.42

The Fenton City Council approved a motion to authorize the city attorney, in consultation with the city manager, to pursue formal action in circuit court to finalize the transition of control and management of the Fenton Community and Cultural Center. The council also approved several contracts and purchases, including a mosquito control contract, tree replacement project, street name signs, a new vehicle, and a police department remodel. All votes were unanimous.

• Authorized court action to finalize Community Center transition (unanimous)
• Approved APM Mosquito Control contract for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Awarded Elmwood Subdivision tree replacement to Branching Out Nursery for $77,352 (unanimous)
• Approved street name sign replacement for North Road and W. Silver Lake Road from Dornbos Sign, Inc. for $14,118.60 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV for Building & Zoning Dept for $51,747 (unanimous)
• Approved upfitting for Fire Dept's 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe by Arrowhead Upfitters for $14,523 (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department remodel by NBS Commercial Interiors not to exceed $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved new HVAC system for Museum with K & S Ventures, Inc. for $15,000 (unanimous)

Museum Board

The Museum Board will meet to discuss the status of construction and the HVAC system. The board will also receive an update regarding Museum Board appointments.

• Construction update
• HVAC system discussion
• Museum Board appointment update

The Museum Board was informed that the construction railing is installed, allowing the museum to reopen, with a walk-through completed and a checklist pending for project closeout. No formal votes were taken; the board discussed construction updates, HVAC replacement pending Council approval, board appointments, and rental/security policies.

• Approved minutes from May 16, 2024 meeting (motion carried)
• Museum can open after railing installation confirmed
• HVAC replacement to be requested at next Council meeting
• Board appointments pending meeting with Mayor and City Manager
• Key policy changed: keys held at City Hall, checked in/out
• Alarm system to be reactivated after construction

Election Commission

The Fenton Election Commission will meet to approve election inspectors and ballots for the August 6, 2024 Primary Election. Items include approving minute and authorizing accuracy testing of voting equipment.

• Approve election inspector assignments for early voting, election day, and absent voter counting board
• Approve ballots for Fenton Precincts 1, 2, and 3 in Genesee County
• Approve ballot for Fenton Precinct 2 in Oakland County
• Authorize city clerk to perform public accuracy testing

Oakwood Cemetery Board

The Oakwood Cemetery Board is meeting to consider the renewal of board member terms. The agenda includes cemetery maintenance such as tree removal in Section Sunrise and a stump project. The board will also review an invoice from Covenant Cemetery Service for April and May 2024.

• Renewal of Board Members Terms
• Tree Removal in Section Sunrise
• Varsity Baseball Team Service Project
• Covenant Cemetery Service Invoice for April & May 2024
• DAR Plaque and Preps

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board will review the library budget and recent meeting minutes. The agenda includes facility updates and reports from the librarian and GDL. The board will also consider a board application from Elizabeth Carmichael-Davis.

• Library Board application: Elizabeth Carmichael-Davis
• Facilities update
• Review of library budget
• Discussion on changing meeting location, date, and time

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss upcoming summer and fall programming. This includes a movie night at the Fenton Community Center in August and the use of Rackham Park for Bottles, Brews and News 2024 in September.

• Movie Night on August 03, 2024, at Fenton Community Center
• Use of Rackham Park for Bottles, Brews and News 2024 on September 21, 2024

City Council

The Fenton City Council will consider the sale of a 1.447-acre vacant lot at 309 W. High Street to Clearview Homes, LLC for $80,000. The agenda also includes approving weed harvesting services for Mill Pond and repairs for the water treatment plant aerator. Additionally, the council will review requests related to St. John’s Applefest and upcoming road closures.

• $80,000 sale of 309 W. High Street to Clearview Homes, LLC
• $30,350 contract for Mill Pond weed harvesting services
• $41,095 water treatment plant aerator repair project
• Approval of St. John’s Applefest street closures and permits
• $5,610.60 purchase of Vector Solutions software

City Council

The City Council will review the five-year financial forecast for the General Fund. Officials will also seek direction on selecting a replacement contractor for Mill Pond weed harvesting. Additionally, the council will consider approving a change in control for 123.net.

• Review of PFM Five Year Forecast for the General Fund
• Selection of new Mill Pond weed harvesting contractor between Mike’s Clearwater Harvesting ($30,350) and Oakland Harvesters ($28,600)
• Approval of transfer of control for 123.net to 123Net Holdings, LLC
• Proclamation for the 2024 Freedom Festival Grand Marshal

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding special land use requests for Taco Bell and Home Depot. Proposals include a new drive-through window at 3234 Owen Road and outdoor storage of goods at 15255 Silver Parkway. The agenda also includes site plan approvals involving Fenton Memorials.

• Special land use request for Taco Bell (3234 Owen Road) to add a drive-through window
• Site plan approval for a new 2,270 sq. ft. Taco Bell restaurant
• Site plan for Fenton Memorials (3236 Owen Road) to split lot and sell land to Taco Bell
• Special land use request for Home Depot (15255 Silver Parkway) for outdoor storage

Zoning Board

There are no public hearings or business pending before the City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals for this date. The next meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposal to conduct a comprehensive analysis of dispatch, police, fire, and EMS services. The agenda also includes approving purchases for a new patrol vehicle and an interview room camera system. Additionally, the council will review street closures for the July 4th Freedom Festival.

• Proposal for public safety study costing $71,361 with travel costs up to $7,500
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicle for $69,960
• Purchase of an Axon Interview Room camera system for $38,504.28
• Street closures for the July 4th Freedom Festival parade and 5K run
• Assignment of GFL service agreement to Priority Waste

Beautification Commission

The City of Fenton Beautification Commission has cancelled its scheduled meetings for June 19 and July 17, 2024. No public hearings or business are pending for these dates. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024.

• Cancellation of June 19 and July 17 meetings

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is receiving the City Council approved amended budget for FY2023-2024 and the upcoming budget for FY2024-2028. The board will also receive a due diligence update on the Community Center Parking Lot Project. Additionally, the meeting includes authorization for $203,757.97 in accounts payable.

• Authorization of $203,757.97 in accounts payable
• Receipt of the FY2024-2028 budget
• Community Center Parking Lot Project due diligence update
• $133,007.14 payment to Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for Silver Lake Road resurfacing
• $54,560.00 payment to G2 Consulting Group, LLC for drilling and soil testing

Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will review progress on several upcoming community arts programs. Discussions include updates for the July Art Walk, a sculpture brochure, and scheduled autumn and winter events.

• Art Walk 2024 Update (July 27)
• Sculpture Brochure Update
• Storytelling Event (October 12)
• Book Author Event
• Nutcracker Christmas Event

Parks Board

The board will consider a request from Wishing Well to extend the Shakespeare in the Park event through September 8. The meeting also includes a review of applications for a vacant park board seat.

• Request to extend Shakespeare in the Park dates to Sept 6, 7, and 8
• Application review for a vacant park board seat

City Council

The City Council will review several contract recommendations, including intersection pavement markings and wellhead protection activities. The agenda also includes the Fourth of July fireworks permit application and museum patio naming.

• $20,000 not-to-exceed contract for intersection pavement markings from M&M Pavement Marking, Inc.
• $35,035 work order with WSP Environment and Infrastructure Inc. for wellhead protection
• Gen-X Pyrotechnics Fourth of July fireworks permit application
• Naming the Museum Patio in honor of Ken and Donna Seger
• Authorization of $649,441.35 in general fund invoices

City Council

City Council will discuss a proposed sidewalk connection on W. Shiawassee Ave and the formation of the Mid-Michigan Regional Lime Calciner Committee. The body is also reviewing a request for temporary Pride Night signage and a naming proposal for the museum patio.

• Proposed W. Shiawassee Ave sidewalk project estimated at $309,000
• Request for 8 temporary yard signs for Fenton Pride Night from June 14 to June 20
• Proposal to name the A.J. Phillips Museum front patio after Ken and Donna Seger
• Mid-Michigan Regional Lime Calciner Committee feasibility study funded by a $750,000 EGLE grant
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its May 28, 2024 meeting because no public hearings or business are pending. The next meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next meeting set for June 25, 2024

City Council

The City Council will discuss increasing water and sewer rates and amending the poverty exemption policy. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts for the water treatment plant and road markings.

• Resolution No. 24-22 to increase water and sewer rates
• Water Treatment Plant roof rehabilitation and wellhouse roof replacement: $396,405
• Pavement long line markings contract with PK Contracting: not-to-exceed $64,418.50
• Reimbursement of $350,000 from DDA funds and $70,000 from LDFA funds to the General Fund
• Payment of invoices totaling $1,210,229.41

Planning Commission

The City of Fenton Planning Commission has cancelled its May 23, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business or public hearings
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 27, 2024

Fenton Veteran's Memorial Committee

The Fenton Veterans Memorial Committee is meeting to discuss fundraising updates, the dedication program, and the V.F.W. Memorial Day event. They will also review the financial report and the committee's role on dedication day. The agenda includes committee reports and administrative comments.

• Fundraising updates
• Dedication program update
• V.F.W. Memorial Day event update
• Financial report update
• Role of the Committee on Dedication Day

Museum Board

The Fenton Museum Board is meeting to discuss a construction update and review applications received for board membership. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering roll call, minutes, and public comment.

• Construction update
• Applications received for Museum Board

Beautification Commission

The City of Fenton Beautification Commission has cancelled its May 15, 2024 meeting, citing no public hearings or pending business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2024.

• May 15, 2024 meeting cancelled
• No public hearings or business pending
• Next meeting: June 19, 2024

Parks Board

The Fenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to hear a presentation on Snack Shack concessions, consider a request from Hungry Howie's to sell pizza during the Freedom Fest ski show, and take action to fill a vacant board seat. The agenda is otherwise routine with standard reports and comments.

• Snack Shack concessions presentation by Jack and Archer Anderson
• Hungry Howie's pizza sales request during Freedom Fest Ski show by Sandra Dobbs
• Board action for vacant seat (Erik Smith)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal budget and the 2023-2024 amended budget. The council may adopt resolutions to approve these budgets and set the property tax millage rate.

• Public hearing for the 2024-2025 fiscal budget
• Public hearing for the 2023-2024 amended budget
• Proposed property tax millage rate of 9.8426 or the maximum allowed by Headlee and Proposal A
• Potential adoption of Resolution No. 24-18 and No. 24-19

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed FY 2025 fiscal budget and the FY 2024 amended budget. The body may decide on a property tax millage rate of 9.8426 or the maximum allowed by law.

• Proposed property tax millage rate of 9.8426
• Sale of 28 vacant lots in Eagles on the Waters Edge to The Grand Summit Corp for $30,000
• Payment of invoices totaling $388,270.49
• Replacement of high service motor number three at a cost of $16,072.12
• Purchase of one 10-foot-high volume fan for the Fire Department for $14,358.46

Arts and Culture Commission

The City of Fenton Art & Culture Commission has cancelled its May 10, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next regular meeting: June 14, 2024

Oakwood Cemetery Board

The board will review the March 2024 Covenant Cemetery Service invoice and discuss various cemetery maintenance projects. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the March 21, 2024, meeting.

• Covenant Cemetery Service Invoice for March 2024
• New water lines
• Memorial Day preparation
• Tree removal and stump project

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board is meeting to receive updates on the ongoing exterior stairs and building railings renovation project, with architect Brad Alvord as a special guest. The board will also hear facilities, librarian, and GDL reports, and discuss a change to the meeting location, date, and time. The agenda includes consent items for minutes and budget.

• Facilities update on front stairs and building railings with architect Brad Alvord
• Librarian report from Chris Heron
• GDL report from Kelly Flynn
• Discussion of change to meeting location, date, and time
• Consent agenda includes minutes and budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss an investigation into a confirmed underground storage tank release at 205 E. Caroline St. Additionally, staff will present a proposal for the Elmwood Subdivision Tree Replacement Project.

• Investigation of underground storage tank release at 205 E. Caroline St.
• Elmwood Subdivision Tree Replacement Project presentation
• Update on Eagles on the Waters Edge RFP
• Update on City Hall and Police Department landscaping
• City recycling efforts with Fenton Area Public Schools

Fenton Veteran's Memorial Committee

The Fenton Veterans Memorial Committee is meeting to discuss fundraising, the dedication program, and the V.F.W. Memorial Day event. They will also review the financial report and receive updates from subcommittees on marketing, site plan, and finance.

• Fundraising updates
• Dedication program update
• V.F.W. Memorial Day event update
• Financial report update
• Committee reports from marketing, site plan, and finance/fundraising

Planning Commission

The City of Fenton Planning Commission has cancelled its April 25, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next regular meeting set for May 23, 2024

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its April 23, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next meeting scheduled for May 28, 2024

City Council

City Council will discuss the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal budget and property tax millage rates. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and the sale of revenue bonds for sanitary sewer improvements.

• Proposed public hearing for FY 2024-2025 budget on May 13, 2024
• Payment of invoices totaling $563,444.11 and Community Center invoices of $9,380.94
• Contract for Geotechnical Services for 2024 North Fenton Estates Reconstruction Project not to exceed $80,000
• Purchase of 1,500 tons of bulk road salt from Detroit Salt Company at $67.33 per ton
• Resolution for $22,496 for temporary street lighting removal in North Fenton Estates Subdivision

City Council

The City Council is conducting a comprehensive review of the proposed 2024-2025 budget. The session includes individual reviews of departments including Police, Fire, Public Works, and Economic Development.

• Proposed 2024-2025 Budget review
• Planned $1.6 million ladder truck for the Fire Department arriving in 2025
• Proposed $75,000 for tree replacement in the Elmwood subdivision
• Planned two-story mixed-use building at 113 Mill Street with $1,000,000 in MEDC assistance
• Review of fee schedules and departmental revenue/expenditure budgets

Beautification Commission

The Fenton Beautification Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving March minutes and the financial report, then discussing Arbor Day plans, mulch costs for Planting Day, and a proposal from Dave Petts for work around City Hall. The financial report shows a $10,000 budget for the commission with $1,813.99 spent year-to-date.

• Review proposal from Petts for City Hall work
• Mulch cost update for Planting Day
• Arbor Day planning
• Consent agenda: March 20, 2024 minutes and financial report
• Financial report: $1,044.20 spent in April, $1,813.99 year-to-date

City Council

The City Council is seeking community feedback and information regarding recreational marijuana establishments. The meeting aims to gather public input on marijuana businesses and potential regulatory frameworks within the City.

• Public input regarding recreational marijuana establishments

Downtown Development Authority

The Fenton Downtown Development Authority will review and potentially approve the FY 2024-2025 budget, a revenue share agreement with the city, and grant applications for downtown events. The board will also elect officers and set the meeting schedule for the coming year. The agenda includes an informational meeting required by state law.

• FY 2023-2024 amended budget and FY 2024-2025 budget presentation
• FY 2024-2025 revenue share agreement with the city
• Grant applications for Fenton Freedom Festival, Taste in Fenton, and Jinglefest
• Southern Lakes Park & Recreation (SLPR) grant applications
• Election of officers and approval of 2024-2025 meeting schedule

City Council

The City Council is seeking community feedback and information regarding recreational marijuana establishments. The meeting aims to gather public input on marijuana businesses and potential regulatory frameworks within the city.

• Public input regarding recreational marijuana establishments
• Discussion of potential regulatory frameworks for marijuana businesses

Arts and Culture Commission

The Fenton Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to discuss updates on several upcoming events, including the July Art Walk, a storytelling event, and a Nutcracker Christmas event. They will also review a mural and consider a book author event with a guest. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning for cultural activities.

• Art Walk 2024 update (July 27th, 2024)
• Sculpture brochure update
• Storytelling event (October 12th, 2024)
• Mural review
• Book author event with guest Karen Piacentini

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss facilities updates, specifically the front stairs and building railings, with architect Brad Alvord. The consent agenda is marked as not applicable, and no new business is listed. The meeting is primarily informational, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Facilities update on front stairs and building railings with architect Brad Alvord

Parks Board

The Fenton Parks and Recreation Board will hear presentations on the draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the 2024 Riverwalk Project, and will consider a request to use the SLP (likely a park facility) for a craft show. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Request by Jessica Hyde to use SLP on October 19, 2024, for Visions in Motion Craft show
• OHM presentation of DRAFT Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• OHM overview of 2024 Riverwalk Project

Local Development Finance Authority

The Fenton Local Development Finance Authority board is meeting to approve minutes and a financial report, and to discuss an informational meeting under PA 57 of 2018. New business includes a FY24-25 Revenue Share Agreement and presentations on the FY23-24 amended budget and FY24-25 budget. The meeting is largely routine, with no major public hearings or rezonings.

• FY24-25 Revenue Share Agreement
• FY23-24 Amended Budget and FY24-25 Budget Presentation
• Informational Meeting (PA 57 of 2018)
• Approve minutes of November 30, 2023
• Financial report

City Council

City Council will discuss water and sewer rates and consider several infrastructure contracts. The body is also reviewing the authorization of 2024 unlimited tax general obligation bonds.

• Contract award to Waldorf & Sons, Inc. for 2024 Local Streets Program: $1,517,482.40
• Construction services contract with OHM for 2024 Local Streets Improvement Program: $125,800
• Repair estimate from DN Tanks for half million-gallon storage tank number two: $164,250
• Expenditure of $6,000 for City Hall employee furnishings with NBS
• Resolution No. 24-15 to accept easements from Fenton Township for The State Bank Trail

City Council

The City Council is considering a contract award to complete the numbered streets subdivision portion of the 2024 Local Streets Program. The work includes road reconstruction, sanitary and storm sewer repairs, and sidewalk improvements on several streets including Walnut, Fifth, Lemen, and Center Street.

• Contract award for 2024 Local Streets Program to Waldorf and Sons, Inc. for $1,517,482.40
• Road reconstruction and utility work for the numbered streets subdivision (Walnut, Fifth, Lemen, and Center Street)
• Sanitary and storm sewer repairs/improvements included in the project scope

Fenton Veteran's Memorial Committee

The Fenton Veterans Memorial Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the memorial's construction, the upcoming dedication ceremony, commemorative coins, and donations/brick purchases. Committee reports will be given on marketing, site plan, finance/fundraising, and rules and protocols. The meeting is a regular business session with no votes scheduled on specific proposals.

• Construction update on the memorial by Dan Brisson
• Dedication Ceremony update by Pat Lockwood
• Commemorative coin update by Tessa Stickel
• Donation/brick purchase update by Catherine Osentoski
• Committee reports on marketing, site plan, finance, and rules

Planning Commission

The City of Fenton Planning Commission has cancelled its March 28, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next regular meeting: April 25, 2024

Zoning Board

This agenda is a notice of cancellation. The Museum Board's March 21, 2024 meeting was cancelled because there were no public hearings or business pending. The next meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024.

• March 21, 2024 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 16, 2024

City Council

The City Council will review a major subdivision reconstruction project and several infrastructure contracts. The body is also considering a bridge replacement request and a new vehicle purchase for the Fire Department.

• Contract award to DiPonio Contracting, Inc. for North Fenton Estates Subdivision Reconstruction for $5,687,398.17
• Construction services for North Fenton Estates from OHM not to exceed $453,000
• Resolution 24-11 to request MDOT include North Road Bridge over Shiawassee River in the Local Bridge Fund list
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevy Tahoe for the Fire Department for $60,611
• Payment of invoices totaling $76,681.63 and Community Center invoices of $4,088.07

Oakwood Cemetery Board

The board will review a new mowing contract, discuss spring tasks like tree removal and water line installation, and consider purchasing new cemetery equipment. Officials will also process contractor invoices for December through February 2024 and approve January meeting minutes. These actions determine how the public burial ground is maintained through the spring season.

• New mowing contract for Oakwood Cemetery
• Purchase of new cemetery equipment
• Spring cleanup and tree removal projects, with newspaper ads on March 20 and 24
• Installation of new water lines and a stump project
• Approval of Fenton Cemetery Service invoices for December 2023 through February 2024

Museum Board

The Fenton Museum Board has cancelled its March 21, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next meeting scheduled for May 16, 2024

Beautification Commission

The Fenton Beautification Commission is meeting to discuss old business including Tree City status, the 23/24 budget, Arbor Day, a seed/seedling swap, and Planting Day, plus new business about work at City Hall. The agenda is largely procedural, with updates and planning rather than major decisions.

• Arbor Day planned for April 26, 2024, with tree distribution to 3rd grade classes
• Remaining 2023 budget of $1,586 allocated: $200 for fertilizer, $386 for flowers, $1,000 for communication
• Proposed 2024-2025 budget of $10,000 includes $2,000 for river walk improvements and $2,800 for Pocket Park
• Discussion on replacing rusting wire baskets on light poles, with DDA possibly covering costs
• Community interest in reviving the luminaire event (paper bags with candles along downtown streets)

Downtown Development Authority

The Fenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular March meeting to review and approve the FY 2023-2024 amended budget and adopt the FY 2024-2025 budget, set the 2024-2025 meeting schedule, and elect officers. The board will also hold a required informational meeting under PA 57 of 2018 and consider a revenue share agreement with the city. Financial reports show a fund balance of about $4.19 million as of March 14, 2024.

• FY24-25 budget adoption with projected revenue of $2,588,500, including $350,000 revenue share to city general fund
• FY23-24 budget amendments include $100,000 for veterans memorial park and increased salaries to $275,000
• Election of DDA officers for the coming year
• Approval of 2024-2025 meeting schedule (April 2024 through March 2025)
• Informational meeting per PA 57 of 2018

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board is holding its regular meeting to address old business, including a facilities update, librarian report, and a proposal to change the meeting location, date, and time. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and budget. No new business is listed.

• Facilities update by Mike Hart
• Librarian report by Chris Heron
• GDL report by Kelly Flynn
• Change of meeting location, date, and time
• Consent agenda: minutes and budget

Parks Board

The Fenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes and discuss several event-related items. Old business includes the use of Rackham Park for Taste of Fenton 2024, while new business covers a letter of understanding with the Silver Lake Ski-Club and a children's play at Bush Park in May.

• Taste of Fenton 2024 – Use of Rackham Park
• Silver Lake Ski-Club Letter of Understanding
• Silly Symphony children's play at Bush Park on May 3rd & 5th

City Council

The City Council will discuss a first reading of an amendment to the Mobile Vendors Ordinance and the hiring of a full-time police dispatcher. The body is also reviewing several maintenance contracts for city buildings, bridges, and roads.

• Payment of invoices totaling $578,459.63
• First reading of Ordinance No. 724 regarding Mobile Vendors
• Sewer combination truck water pump repair from Jack Doheny Company for $18,554.52
• Oakwood Cemetery grounds maintenance agreement with Ace Outdoor Services, LLC for $41,395
• Replacement street signs for North Fenton Estates from Dornbos Sign Inc for $8,123.65

Arts and Culture Commission

The Fenton Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several upcoming events and policies. Items include updates on the Art Walk, Children's Art Camp, Story Telling Event, and Holiday Pops, as well as creating a refund policy for event tickets and receiving a sculpture update. The meeting also includes a book author event and a review of the Cabin Fever 2024 event.

• Art Walk 2024 update (July 27th, 2024)
• Children's Art Camp 2024
• Story Telling Event update (October 12th, 2024)
• Refund Policy for Event Tickets
• Holiday Pops Event

City Council

The City of Fenton regular Council Work Session scheduled for March 4, 2024, has a new meeting location. The session will now be held at the Fire Department.

• Meeting moved to Fire Department at 205 E. Caroline Street

City Council

The City Council and Downtown Development Authority are reviewing a development agreement to rebuild the El Topo restaurant site following a 2023 fire. The proposal includes a city contribution for a municipal parking lot and streetscape completion. The agreement is contingent on the developer securing over $1.4 million in outside financing by July 1, 2024.

• Proposed city contribution of $556,111 for streetscaping and a public parking lot
• Proposed reimbursement up to $64,000 for utility pole removal
• 20-year parking lease for three residential spaces and a loading zone
• Boundary adjustment between City parcel 53-36-501-024 and Developer parcel 53-36-501-023
• Granting of a perpetual trash enclosure easement and a non-exclusive stairway easement

Downtown Development Authority

The City Council and DDA will review a development agreement for the reconstruction of the El Topo property following a June 2023 fire. The proposal includes a city contribution to fund streetscaping on Mill Street and the paving of a municipal parking lot.

• Development agreement for 113 Mill Street (El Topo)
• $556,111 reimbursement for streetscaping and parking lot construction
• Up to $64,000 reimbursement for utility pole removal or repositioning
• Total proposed city contribution not to exceed $620,111

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its February 27, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and a mapping correction for Ann Street. The body is also deciding on funding requests and routine invoice payments.

• Construction engineering services for State Bank Trail not to exceed $330,788
• Painting preparation for 0.5 MG ground storage tank by Shoemaker Services for $9,340
• FACT Funding request not to exceed $28,668.87
• Resolution No. 24-11 to decertify/vacate a portion of Ann Street for MDOT mapping
• Payment of invoices totaling $88,159.75 and Community Center invoices of $2,526.45

Planning Commission

The Fenton Planning Commission will review a sign waiver request for The Railyard at 234 N. Leroy Street and an extension request for a site plan at 121 First Street/315 Walnut Street. The meeting includes approval of the January 25, 2024 minutes and public comment periods.

• Sign waiver request PSPR23-0003 for The Railyard, 234 N. Leroy Street
• Site plan extension request for 121 First Street/315 Walnut Street
• Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Beautification Commission

The Fenton Beautification Commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 budget and old business including Arbor Day and the 2023 budget. The commission will also consider new business related to the 2024 budget and hear comments from members and the audience. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting and a budget report.

• Discussion of 2024 budget and potential use of additional funds before fiscal year end June 30, 2024
• Arbor Day update for April 26, 2024, including tree distribution to third graders and bagging on April 25
• Planting Day scheduled for June 1, 2024
• Budget report shows $769.79 available balance out of $12,500 total budget for Beautification Commission
• Consent agenda includes approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes and budget report

Downtown Development Authority

The Fenton Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular February meeting, including an informational meeting per PA 57 of 2018. The board will consider grant requests from the Dibbleville Merchants for the 2024 Witches Night Out and Ladies Night Out events, each up to $3,000, and will review a proposal for geotechnical investigative services for the Caroline Street development. The agenda also includes routine reports and consent items.

• Grant request: Witches Night Out (Oct 11, 2024) up to $3,000
• Grant request: Ladies Night Out (Nov 15, 2024) up to $3,000
• Geotechnical Investigative Services for Caroline Street Development
• Informational meeting per PA 57 of 2018
• Financial report: DDA fund balance $4,264,099 as of 2/15/2024

Parks Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will swear in three new appointed members. The board will also receive reports regarding Shakespeare in the Park 2024 and Taste of Fenton 2024.

• Swearing in of Erik Smith, Lauren Shonk, and Claire Reynolds
• Shakespeare in the Park 2024 discussion
• Taste of Fenton 2024 discussion

City Council

The City Council will review several contract approvals for water treatment, park improvements, and road work. The body is also considering a resolution for street name corrections and the authorization of over $840,000 in invoice payments.

• Payment of invoices totaling $824,122.95 and Community Center invoices of $16,902.39
• Engineering and design for new tennis and pickleball courts at Bush Park not to exceed $26,952
• Pump overhaul and VFD for High Service Pump Number Three for $50,348.68
• Two-year environmental monitoring contract for Water Treatment Plant for $20,885
• Change Order No. 3 for State Road project payable to DiPonio Contracting Inc. for $10,621.24

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will review updates for Cabin Fever 2024, the Art Walk 2024, and the Share Art Genesee Grant. Members will also discuss an upcoming Expo scheduled for March 2nd and 3rd, 2024, and a potential book author event.

• Cabin Fever 2024 planning update
• 2024 Share Art Genesee Grant update
• Art Walk 2024 update
• Upcoming Expo discussion (March 2nd & 3rd, 2024)
• Liquor license discussion

Election Commission

The Fenton Election Commission is meeting to handle administrative tasks for the upcoming February 27, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. They will approve minutes, assign election inspectors and other poll workers, approve ballots, authorize accuracy testing, and discuss early voting procedures.

• Approve election inspector assignments for early voting, election day, and absent voter counting board
• Approve ballots for City of Fenton Precincts 1, 2, and 3 for Genesee and Oakland Counties
• Authorize accuracy testing for the February 27, 2024 Presidential Primary Election
• Discuss early voting procedures

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the S. Leroy and South Holly intersection. The meeting also includes time for council member comments and audience input.

• Discussion on S. Leroy & South Holly Intersection

Fenton Veteran's Memorial Committee

The Fenton Veterans Memorial Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the commemorative coin, Veterans Park dedication, and the financial report. They will also cover park construction and landscaping, donor wall recognition, additional benches, and an upcoming EXPO in March.

• Commemorative Coin update by Tessa Stickel
• Veterans Park Dedication update by Pat Lockwood
• Financial report by Pat Lockwood
• Park update, construction, and landscaping by Dan Brisson
• Discussion on donor wall recognition and request for additional benches

Planning Commission

The Fenton Planning Commission is meeting to review a request for a material change to the main building at The Railyard, located at 234 N. Leroy Street. The agenda also includes approval of the November 16, 2023 meeting minutes and time for public comment.

• Public hearing/request PSPR23-0003: The Railyard, 234 N. Leroy Street, material change for main building
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from November 16, 2023

Zoning Board

The City of Fenton Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its January 23, 2024 meeting because there are no public hearings or business pending. The next meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no pending business
• Next meeting scheduled for February 27, 2024

City Council

The City Council is considering several zoning and vendor ordinance amendments and resolutions regarding swan and goose population management. The body will also review contracts for road resurfacing and urgent water treatment plant repairs.

• Contract award to Ace Saginaw Paving Company for $639,912.96 for Owen Road and Silver Lake Road Resurfacing
• Urgent boiler repair at Water Treatment Plant from K&S Ventures, Inc. for $29,573.58
• Proposed amendments to Food Vendors, Mobile Vendor, PUD, and Sign ordinances
• Resolutions for Canada Goose and Mute Swan nest/egg destruction and removal programs
• Payment of invoices totaling $487,200.70

Museum Board

The Fenton Museum Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the November 14, 2023 minutes and discussing several operational items. The main topics are a construction update, keys to the museum, the museum calendar on the website, and the museum board itself. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Construction update
• Keys to the Museum
• Museum Calendar On Website
• Museum Board discussion

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will discuss the 2024/25 budget and receive updates on the Community Expo, Planting Day, and Arbor Day. The meeting also includes updates on commission appointments and 2024 meeting dates.

• Discussion of 2024/25 Budget
• Community Expo update
• Planting Day and Arbor Day updates
• Commission Appointments
• Review of Budget Report

Downtown Development Authority

The Fenton Downtown Development Authority will consider approving a COVID-19 Business Marketing Plan that transfers $7,465.02 in escrowed funds to support a BOGO e-gift card program for Fenton Restaurant Week (January 26–February 4, 2024). The board will also hear the director's and financial reports, and approve the consent agenda (minutes from October 24, 2023). The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major action items.

• Transfer of $7,465.02 to BOGO Fenton Restaurant Week e-gift card program
• E-gift cards up to $150 with bonus cards (e.g., $50 purchase gets $10 bonus)
• Financial report shows DDA fund balance of $3,399,881 as of 1/9/2024
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of October 24, 2023 DDA meeting
• No accounts payable on consent agenda

Arts and Culture Commission

The Fenton Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes and financial reports, recapping the December 2023 FIM Holiday Pops event, and getting updates on the 2023 and 2024 Share Art Genesee Grant reports and submissions. The commission will also discuss the 2024 Cabin Fever event, make committee appointments, and approve 2024 meeting dates and a calendar of events. This is a standard planning and administrative meeting with no major policy or budget decisions on the agenda.

• Recap of FIM Holiday Pops event (Dec. 2023)
• Update on 2023 Share Art Genesee Grant report
• Update on 2024 Share Art Genesee Grant submission
• Update on Cabin Fever 2024 event
• 2024 committee appointments and meeting dates for approval

Library Board

The Fenton Library Board is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda for minutes and budget, followed by updates on facilities, the librarian's report, and a GDL report. They will also discuss changing the meeting location, date, and time. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Facilities update by Mike Hart
• Librarian report by Chris Heron
• GDL report by Kelly Flynn
• Discussion of meeting location, date, and time change

Oakwood Cemetery Board

The Oakwood Cemetery Board will review burial records from 2023 and discuss upcoming 2024 projects including shed work, stump removal, and tree maintenance. The board will also address spring cleanup plans and review an invoice from Fenton Cemetery Service.

• Review of 2023 Burials
• Discussion of 2024 Projects: Shed, Stumps, Trees
• Fenton Cemetery Service Invoice for October and November 2023

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the purchase of property at 111 N. River Street and approve several service contracts. The body is also reviewing payments for city invoices and appointing members to the Museum Board and DDA.

• Resolution No. 24-03: Authorization to purchase property at 111 N. River Street
• Contract for OHM Scope of Planning Services for Parks and Recreation Master Plan: $25,000
• Contract for HydroCorp non-residential Water Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention: $37,884 over two years
• Payment of invoices totaling $1,376,144.98
• Appointments to Museum Board (Lauren Shonk) and DDA (Justin Knight, Matt Abraham)

Parks Board

The Fenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and appoint new members to fill empty seats, including a school liaison position. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major policy or budget items listed.

• Appoint Erik Smith to empty seat
• Appoint Lauren Shonk to empty seat
• Appoint Claire Reynolds as School Liaison
• Approve minutes of November 14, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed allocation of $95,036 in Community Development Block Grant funds for 2025-2027. The body is also discussing updates to the city's mobile vendor, planned unit development, and sign ordinances.

• Proposed $95,036 CDBG allocation: $65,036 for property acquisition/demolition, $15,000 for senior parks programming, and $15,000 for home improvements
• Proposed amendment to the Mobile Vendor Ordinance regarding special event licenses and food truck operations
• Proposed update to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay Ordinance
• Resolution No. 24-01 regarding a report for Cliff View Condo Association paving special assessment
• Resolution No. 24-02 regarding the Bealfred Drive Channel Project

City Council

This document outlines the scheduled dates for City Council work sessions and regular meetings throughout 2024. Meetings are held at Fenton City Hall unless otherwise noted.

• Work sessions and regular meetings scheduled monthly through December