New Baltimore public meetings in 2023

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to review project prioritization for 2023/2024 and provide an update on a building mural. The commission will also introduce a new member and discuss 'Christmas in July'.

• 2023/2024 Project Prioritization updates
• Building Mural update
• Christmas in July discussion
• Introduction of new commissioner

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on a 5-year, $126,881 project for in-car and body-worn cameras for the Police Department, with initial funding from donations, drug forfeiture, and the gas/oil budget. Other items include approval of a $5,820 epoxy floor quote for Burke Park bathrooms, a resolution to accept Great Lakes bottomlands at Ruedisale Pointe Park, and numerous board appointments.

• Police camera project: $30,689 initial cost (hardware, installation, 1-year subscription) plus $24,048/year for 4 more years, total $126,881
• Parks & Rec recommendation: $5,820 quote from Durable Epoxy Floors for bathrooms and indoor pavilion at Walter & Mary Burke Park
• Resolution to accept conveyance of Great Lakes bottomlands within and surrounding Ruedisale Pointe Park from the State of Michigan
• Consent agenda includes $28,452 for chemical feed pumps at the Water Plant and $4,592 for professional services on the IIP Project
• Discussion on retaining or destroying closed legal files of the City

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review updates regarding the pavilion and its lighting. The board will also discuss the Lake Shore Guide and the Hot Summer In The Nights event.

• Pavilion update
• New pavilion lighting
• Hot Summer In The Nights event
• Lake Shore Guide
• Pole holiday lighting

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2023-2024 audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The agenda also includes reviewing an amended five-year billing contract for the Fire Department and a software contract for training.

• Adoption of 2023-2024 Audit for Fiscal Year end June 30, 2023
• Approval of amended five-year contract with AccuMed Billing, Inc. for Fire Department Cost Recovery
• Request for one-year contract with Vector Solutions for TargetSolutions training software ($1,682.00)
• Review of monthly department reports for Police, DPS, Water, Sewer, Building, Recreation, and Fire
• Approval of consent agenda items including engineering services for Ruedisale Pointe Park ($81,567.22)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the November monthly report and discuss potential changes to Park Pavilion rental fees. The agenda also includes previews for upcoming seasonal events.

• Discussion of Park Pavilion Rental Fees
• Jingle Bell Run Preview
• Holiday Lights Contest update
• Review of November Retreat

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a roll call and review minutes from the November 20, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes one case presentation regarding Ida Lange at 50810 Melville Ct.

• Case presentation ZBA #638-11-23 for 50810 Melville Ct.

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will consider a revised site plan for Market Fresh New Baltimore at 35555 23 Mile Road. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and a cancellation of the December meeting.

• Site Plan #338-10-23, Market Fresh New Baltimore, 35555 23 Mile, Revised Parcel #06-13-452-006
• Public discussion period for resident questions and comments
• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2023
• Cancellation of the December meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to increase residential stormwater utility rates to $12.00 per quarter. The agenda also includes a request from Tashmoo Distilling Company to join the City’s Social District.

• Ordinance No. 258: Increase stormwater utility rate to $12.00 per quarter for single-family residential and lands of two acres or less
• Request from Tashmoo Distilling Company to be added to the City’s Social District
• Approval of James P. Contracting, Inc. pay application for $431,695.26
• Authorization for Treasurer to collect 2024 summer property taxes for various school districts
• Approval of various consent agenda items including fire department equipment and professional services

Citizens Advisory Committee

The New Baltimore Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting for routine business, including approving prior minutes, debriefing recent City Council meetings, and receiving updates on the Neighborhood Beautification Award. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of October 17, 2023 minutes
• Debriefings of City Council meetings from 10/23 and 11/13
• Neighborhood Beautification Award sign delivered to residence
• Information about award shared with The Voice
• Open discussion on topics of interest

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will review and potentially approve a payment of $431,695.26 to James P. Contracting for the 2023 Road Resurfacing Project, which is complete except for pavement markings. The committee will also discuss establishing guidelines for Comcast right-of-way permits, consider road millage options based on Pasar ratings, and receive updates on sidewalk and sewer projects.

• Consider James P. Contracting Payment Application #1 for $431,695.26 for 2023 Road Resurfacing Project
• Discuss establishing guidelines for Comcast right-of-way permits
• Review Pasar ratings and estimated costs for road millage considerations
• Update on Washington Street sidewalk gaps and Base Street Bridge replacement
• CWSRF Sewer Lining Project approximately 50% complete

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review two specific case presentations. The agenda also includes a period for public discussion and roll call.

• Case presentation ZBA #636-10-23 regarding Phil Fogerty at 50539 Walpole
• Case presentation ZBA #637-11-23 regarding Jeffrey & Colleen Wooten at 36592 Marquardt Ct.

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission will meet to approve minutes from October, hear a treasurer's report, and discuss old business including 2023/2024 project prioritization and a building mural update. New business includes introducing a new commissioner. The meeting is open for public comment on non-agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
• Treasurer's report
• 2023/2024 Project Prioritization discussion
• Building Mural update
• Introduction of new commissioner

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to the newly re-elected Mayor and Council members. The agenda includes several requests for special event approvals, equipment quotes, and department reports.

• Oath of office for Mayor Thomas Semaan
• Oath of office for Council members Florence Hayman, Jacob Dittrich, and Jason Harvey
• Special Event: Bay Area Sports Show at Walter & Mary Burke Park (August 2024)
• Special Event: New Baltimore/Bay-Rama Tree Lighting drone show (December 2023)
• Quote: Truck and Trailer Specialties pickup truck outfit ($8,665.00)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review monthly reports from the Parks & Recreation Director and hear a presentation regarding a telescope donation. The agenda also includes updates on park grants and pavilion improvements.

• Presentation on telescope donation from Wendy Jones, Anchor Bay Rotary
• Ruedisale Point Park Grant Update
• DDA – Burke Park Pavilion Improvements Update
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review budget reports and provide updates on Countryfest. The board is discussing a facade grant application and landscaping for pavilion placemaking.

• Grant application for facades
• Pavilion placemaking and landscaping update
• Countryfest wrap-up
• Treasurer and budget reports

Retiree Healthcare Board

The Retiree Health Care Board will review the portfolio's asset allocation, individual fund performance against benchmarks, and discuss recommended changes. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Review of portfolio asset class overview and individual fund assessment
• Performance review vs. benchmark
• Discussion of recommended changes to portfolio

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission is meeting to review several site plans and lot split/combination requests. These include a sign for Total Health Systems, lot splits for properties on Murdick and Surf Side Dr., and a site plan for Market Fresh New Baltimore on 23 Mile. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Sign #126-10-19-23, Total Health Systems, 37339 Green Street
• Lot Split/Combination #229-2023, Roger A Bennett, 38291/38301 Murdick
• Lot Split/Combination #230-2023, Jeffrey & Lauren Riehl, 36234 Surf Side Dr.
• Site Plan #338-10-23, Market Fresh New Baltimore, 35555 23 Mile

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amendment regarding cost recovery for emergency responses by police and fire services. The agenda also includes reviewing final invoices for sidewalk repairs and water main valve installations.

• Ordinance Amendment: Cost Recovery for Emergency Responses by Police, Fire and other support services
• Sidewalk Repair project: Final invoice from Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Co., Inc. for $116,216.18
• Water Main Isolation Valve Installation Project: Payment #2 (Final) to Murray Underground Systems, Inc. for $101,581.50
• Resolution: Support for Shop Small Business Saturday on November 28, 2003
• Setting Trick-or-Treating hours for October 31, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will review and potentially approve final payments for completed projects, including the Water Main Isolation Valve Project and the 2023 CDBG Sidewalk Ramp Replacement Project. They will also discuss road millage considerations and receive updates on various infrastructure projects.

• Consider Murray Underground Systems final payment of $101,581.50 for Water Main Isolation Valve Project
• Consider Change Order #1 ($33,163.47) and Luigi Ferdinandi & Son final payment ($116,216.18) for 2023 CDBG Sidewalk Ramp Replacement Project
• Road millage considerations: PCE to provide Pasar ratings with estimated cost/rating and photos of mill and resurface process
• Update on Base Street Bridge Replacement: PCE preparing construction drawings
• CWSRF Sewer Lining Project: ~50% complete, EGLE meeting on October 24

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from September and discuss old business, including 2023/2024 project prioritization and a building mural update. No new business items are listed. The meeting is procedural with public comment allowed.

• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of 2023/2024 project prioritization
• Update on building mural project

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including debriefings from recent City Council meetings, a sign-up sheet for council coverage, and an update on delivering a Neighborhood Beautification Award sign. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Debriefings of City Council meetings from 09/25 and 10/11
• Sign-up sheet for City Council coverage for second half of 2023
• Update on Neighborhood Beautification Award sign delivery
• Public discussion period for non-agenda items

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Baltimore Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a case presentation regarding ZBA #635-10-23 for property located at 37245 Woodland Dr. The meeting also includes an opportunity for public discussion.

• Case presentation: ZBA #635-10-23, Julius Frater, 37245 Woodland Dr.

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is meeting to handle routine approvals and reports, then will discuss several business items including a Military Ball sponsorship request, a Countryfest 2023 wrap-up, a Pavilion Placemaking update on landscaping, and plans for Small Business Saturday. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Military Ball Sponsorship request
• Countryfest 2023 wrap-up (Chairman Higgins)
• Pavilion Placemaking update/Landscaping
• Small Business Saturday (Jeff Byrum/Jason Harvey)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for October 5, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, November 9, 2023.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: November 9, 2023

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a Special Approval Land Use (SALU) for the New Baltimore Trade Center at 35248 23 Mile Rd., and review site plans for a Sunoco and an Arco gas station on 23 Mile Rd. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and agenda, and public comment.

• Public Hearing: SALU #335-08-23, New Baltimore Trade Center, 35248 23 Mile Rd.
• Site Plan #336-09-23, Sunoco Gas Station, 35435 23 Mile Rd.
• Site Plan #337-09-23, Arco Gas Station, 35512 23 Mile Rd.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a contract extension for Priority Waste and a request from Crown Castle for fiber optic installation. The agenda also includes proposals for road crack sealant purchases and annual bridge inspections.

• Priority Waste contract extension through August 31, 2029
• Sherwin Industries road crack sealant and equipment rental for $9,082.50
• Project Control Engineering proposal for bridge inspections for $3,150.00
• Crown Castle Metro Act Permit Application for fiber optic network installation
• Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive request for October 13-15, 2023

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider several proposals, including a $9,082.50 equipment rental and materials quote for crack sealing, a 6-year waste collection contract extension with Priority Waste, and a $3,150 bridge inspection proposal. They will also discuss the Washington Street sidewalk section, the city-wide sidewalk repair project financing, and steps toward a 2024 road millage ballot proposal.

• DPS crack sealing: $9,082.50 quote from Sherwin Industries for 2-week equipment rental and 3 pallets of materials
• Waste collection contract: 6-year extension with Priority Waste through August 31, 2029
• Bridge inspections: PCE proposal for $3,150.00
• City-wide sidewalk repair project: bond procedure discussed, including Resolution of Intent and 45-day petition period
• Road millage: discuss steps toward 2024 ballot proposal

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August meetings, discuss old business including project re-prioritization for 2023/2024, a Parks and Rec partnership update, and a building mural update. New business includes an AOTB grant submission and a payment approval process.

• Approval of minutes from August 16 and August 21, 2023 meetings
• 2023/2024 Project Re-Prioritization discussion
• Parks and Rec partnership update
• Building Mural update
• AOTB Grant Submission

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving prior minutes, debriefing recent City Council meetings, and signing up members for council coverage. The main action item is a vote on nominated properties for the Neighborhood Beautification Award, with a sign to be delivered to the winning property owner. The committee will also discuss takeaways from the Business and Citizen of the Year 2023 process and hear updates on city projects.

• Vote on nominated properties for Neighborhood Beautification Award
• Sign delivery to winning property owner
• City Council meeting debriefings for 07/24, 08/14, 08/28, 09/11
• City Council coverage sign-up for second half of 2023
• Discussion of Business and Citizen of the Year 2023 takeaways

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider a grant for the Tashmoo Distillery front facade, receive updates on Countryfest 2023 and Pavilion Placemaking landscaping, and discuss a sound stage budget and special events applications. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, treasurer reports, and public comment.

• Tashmoo Distillery Grant for front facade of building
• Countryfest 2023 update
• Pavilion Placemaking update and landscaping
• Sound stage and budget discussion
• Special events applications

City Council

The City Council approved two ordinance amendments regarding sidewalk standards and financial maintenance guarantees. Council also authorized several vehicle and equipment purchases for the DPS and Water departments and approved three downtown special events. An ordinance regarding bed and breakfast establishments was tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance Amendment No. 259 regarding sidewalk construction and maintenance
• Adopted Ordinance Amendment No. 258 regarding financial and maintenance guarantees
• Tabled Ordinance Amendment No. 260 regarding bed and breakfast establishments
• Approved $50,565.00 for 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 pickup truck
• Approved $64,653.00 for 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 dump truck
• Approved $43,090.00 for 2023 GMC Sierra truck for Water Plant
• Approved $28,452.00 for five chemical feed pumps and two spare heads
• Approved Anchor Bay Homecoming Parade, Witches Walk, and annual Scarecrow Contest

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review monthly reports from the Parks & Recreation Director for July and August 2023. The meeting includes presentations regarding the New Baltimore Winter Wonderland and a sensory board donation.

• Presentation for Maynard ‘Red’ Aurand Memorial Park regarding New Baltimore Winter Wonderland
• Sensory Board Donation from Scoreboard n More & Boater City Marketplace
• Fall Brochure Overview & Programming Update
• Presentation from Bay Area Sports Show

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 5, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The main item is a public hearing on Application No. 575 for proposed work at 51005 Washington, including painting the brick, removing ground-level windows on the Main Street side, and removing a rear staircase. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 1, 2023, and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Application No. 575: Owner Zachary Yaklin proposes painting exterior brick, removing ground-level windows on Main Street side to match original design, and removing rear staircase at 51005 Washington.
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda.
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 1, 2023.

City Council

City Council approved several utility and road project payments, including funds for pipelining and underground systems. The council also adopted an agreement with Anchor Bay School District for a School Resource Officer through 2026. A mural agreement for the Arts & Culture Commission was tabled.

• Approved $131,657.85 payment to Performance Pipelining
• Approved $136,755.00 payment to Murray Underground Systems, Inc.
• Approved $15,700.00 for Project Control Engineering for Washington Street Sidewalk Gap Connections
• Approved agreement with Anchor Bay School District for a School Resource Officer (2023-2026)
• Approved $32,605.00 use of 2023 SMART Municipal and Community Credits
• Approved $139,258.00 disbursement for DWSRF, CWSRF, and SWQIF water funds
• Approved New Baltimore Lions Club application for September 17 Cruise-In Car Show
• Tabled Mural Agreement with the Arts & Culture Commission

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a parking lot at the Anchor Bay Vet Center, 36755 Green Street, and discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to allow bed-and-breakfast facilities as a special land use. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and other routine business.

• Site Plan #334-07-23 for Anchor Bay Vet Center parking lot at 36755 Green Street
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment Sec. 60-243 to allow bed-and-breakfast facilities as a special land use (SALU)

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss becoming a presenting sponsor for Art on the Bay 2023. The agenda includes approval of the current agenda and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Discussion of NBACC as presenting sponsor for Art on the Bay 2023

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider payment applications for the sanitary sewer lining and water system isolation valve projects, totaling $268,412.85, and a $15,700 proposal for a topographic survey for the Washington Street sidewalk gaps project. They will also discuss updates on sidewalk repairs, pump replacements, bridge replacement, and a potential 2024 road bond ballot proposal.

• Payment Application #6 to Performance Pipelining, Inc. for $131,657.85 (sanitary sewer lining)
• Payment Application #1 to Murray Underground Systems Inc. for $136,755.00 (water isolation valves)
• PCE proposal for $15,700.00 topographic survey for Washington Street sidewalk gaps
• Ordinance revisions for city-wide sidewalk repair project to be reviewed next meeting
• Discussion on steps toward 2024 road bond ballot proposal

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss old and new business items. Old business includes budget updates, a little free library project, and a building mural update. New business involves the commission presenting as a sponsor for AOTB.

• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023 meeting
• Budget updates
• Little free library update
• Building mural update
• NBACC presenting sponsor for AOTB

City Council

The City Council approved several upcoming events, including Winterfest, Trick or Treat, and the Jingle Bell Run. The council also authorized a mural installation and maintenance agreement and approved a series of departmental payments via the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including $48,304 for a police car and $29,978.75 for engineering services
• Approved New Baltimore Lions Winterfest for February 22-25, 2024
• Approved Trick or Treat on Washington Street for October 27, 2023
• Approved Jingle Bell Run for December 10, 2023, requiring city inspection of parade golf carts
• Approved up to $13,500 for Fall Brochure printing and delivery via Michigan Web Press
• Approved Arts & Culture Commission agreement for mural installation and maintenance
• Appointed Mayor and Councilperson Hayman to represent the city at the Michigan Municipal League Convention
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss updates on the OHM project, plans for Countryfest 2023, a placemaking grant for Pavilion, and the addition of trashcans for the downtown district. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, treasurer and budget reports, and public comment.

• OHM update
• Countryfest 2023 discussion
• Pavilion placemaking grant update
• Trashcans for Downtown District

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for August 3, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Section 60-243 of the zoning ordinance regarding bed-and-breakfast facilities. The commission will also discuss front yards on corner lots. No site plan items are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment Sec. 60-243 for Bed and Breakfast Facilities
• Discussion regarding front yards on corner lots

City Council

The City Council will review several requests from the Department of Public Services regarding new machinery and supplies. The agenda also includes a proposal to purchase a 2023 Dodge Durango for the Police Department.

• Purchase of 2023 Dodge Durango Police Package for $43,709.00
• Police vehicle outfitting and graphics totaling $21,377.40
• DPS request for a cold patch hopper from Falcon Asphalt Repair for $40,566.73
• DPS request for a tire mounting machine and wheel balancer for $20,875.78
• DPS request for a striping machine from Sherwin Industries for $13,555.00

City Council established a committee to negotiate a development agreement with Peak 3 Development LLC for a downtown project. The council also approved several equipment purchases for the police department and Department of Public Services, along with a series of consent agenda payments.

• Formed committee to negotiate downtown project agreement with Peak 3 Development LLC
• Approved $43,709.00 for 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit and $4,595.00 warranty from Galeana's Van Dyke Dodge
• Approved $20,477.40 for police vehicle outfitting from Cynergy Products and Stalker Radar
• Approved $590.00 for police vehicle graphics from Magic Graphics Inc.
• Approved $40,566.73 for cold patch hopper from Falcon Asphalt Repair
• Approved $20,875.78 for tire mounting machine and wheel balancer from Mohawk Lifts, LLC
• Approved $13,555.00 for striping machine from Sherwin Industries
• Approved consent agenda including $259,603.65 for sanitary system improvements (Performance Pipelining)

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority will hear an oral presentation on the Economic Development Plan and review the ASTI Upland Wetland Report. The board will also discuss a recommendation regarding Birch Street to Cricklewood Road with Project Control Engineer John Monte.

• Economic Development Plan (EDP) presentation
• ASTI Upland Wetland Report review
• Discussion on Birch Street to Cricklewood Road recommendation

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May, review budget updates, and discuss past events (Chalk it Up, mobile mural) and ongoing projects (Little Free Library, Building Mural). They will also consider filling a Vice Chair vacancy and a Citizens Advisory request.

• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2023 regular meeting
• Budget updates
• Chalk it Up event review
• Mobile mural review
• Little Free Library update

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, debriefing recent City Council meetings, and organizing community awards. They will discuss the Neighborhood Beautification Award and the Business & Citizen of the Year dinner, with tickets available for $20.

• Approval of June 20, 2023 minutes
• City Council debriefings from 06/26 and 7/10
• Sign-up for second half of 2023 City Council coverage
• Neighborhood Beautification Award: flyers and sign design for August voting
• Business & Citizen of the Year dinner: $20 tickets, speaker Mayor Semaan, venue Cedar Glen

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct case presentations for three specific ZBA requests. The board will also review the minutes from the May 15, 2023, meeting.

• ZBA #632-06-23: Cherie Follbaum / ZLM Services LLC (50736 Miner)
• ZBA #633-06-23: Joe Schaldenbrand (54439 Ridge Rd.)
• ZBA #634-06-23: Betty Lynn and Tim Warnecke (54982 Ridge Rd.)
• Approval of May 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review monthly reports from May and June 2023 and discuss updates regarding Burke Park signage and the Ruedisale Pointe Park grant. The meeting also includes discussions on a mobile mural project and upcoming events like a triathlon.

• Burke Park signage discussion
• Arts & Culture Mobile Mural Project update
• Ruedisale Pointe Park Grant update
• DDA Grant Opportunity for Burke Park
• Triathlon review

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss Countryfest 2023 and a pavilion placemaking grant. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, treasurer and budget reports, and public comment.

• Countryfest 2023 discussion (Jason Harvey)
• Pavilion placemaking grant discussion
• Treasurer and budget reports by Jeff Byryum

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review four applications for work in the historic district, including signage and a patio for a distillery, window replacements at two properties, and a home addition. They will also consider a historic house plaque application for a circa-1920 building. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Application No. 607: Tashmoo Distilling Company seeks approval for new signage, lighting, and outdoor patio at 51043 Washington Street
• Application No. 608: Wallside Windows proposes replacing 3 aluminum windows with vinyl at 36420 Alfred Street
• Application No. 609: Wallside Windows seeks to replace all existing vinyl windows with new vinyl sliders at 36105 Main Street apartment building
• Application No. 610: Owner Irene Andary/Marie Eynon proposes a new home addition, window replacements, exterior lighting, siding repair, and fencing at 36480 Front Street
• House Plaque Application No. 15: Rebecca Rodriguez requests a historic plaque for the Majestic Brick Building at 51020 Washington Street, circa 1920

City Council

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 millage rates, which include a total rate of 11.9658 mills. The council also voted to promote Randall Blackburn as the new Chief of Police.

• Adoption of 2023-2024 millage rates: 9.1258 mills for General Operating and 1.0000 mills for Fire Department
• Promotion of Randall Blackburn to Chief of Police
• Approval of $16,285.00 quote from Kennedy Industries for Miner Street Lift Station repairs
• Approval of $41,819.50 change order for Performance Pipelining, Inc. sewer lining project
• Approval of $114,791.00 for dispatch services from Charter Township of Chesterfield

City Council approved a consent agenda covering various department fees and sewer projects. The council also authorized emergency lift station repairs and rescinded a specific traffic control order. Incoming Police Chief Randall Blackburn was sworn into office.

• Approved consent agenda including $114,791.00 for Chesterfield Township dispatch services (All yes)
• Approved $16,285.00 quote from Kennedy Industries for Miner Street Lift Station emergency repairs (All yes)
• Rescinded Traffic Control Order No. P-131 regarding parking on Maria Street (All yes)
• Approved appointment of Jeff Cicala to the Citizens Advisory Committee (All yes)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (All yes)
• Administered oath of office to incoming Police Chief Randall Blackburn

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss or approve a Special Event permit application. The application is for a wedding to be held at Reginald and Brady Park.

• Special Event permit application for a wedding at Reginald and Brady Park

Planning Commission

The commission will review three site plan items for the Baker Building, Pirate’s Cove New Baltimore, and Nass Controls. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Accessory Dwelling Units.

• Site Plan: Baker Building at 51005 Washington
• Site Plan: Pirate’s Cove New Baltimore at 52151 County Line
• Site Plan: Nass Controls at 51509 Birch Street
• Discussion: Accessory Dwelling Units

The Planning Commission approved site plans for the Baker Building renovation, a new Pirate's Cove self-storage facility, and an expansion for Nass Controls. Approvals were conditioned on meeting engineering, department, and permit requirements.

• Approved site plan for Baker Building at 51005 Washington, including a parking waiver for the non-residential portion
• Approved site plan for Pirate's Cove self-storage at 52151 County Line, including a 5-foot sidewalk width and 88ft setback variance
• Approved site plan for Nass Controls expansion at 51509 Birch Street
• Approved meeting minutes from 5-23-2023

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed budget and millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a hearing on special assessment rolls for weed/grass cutting reimbursements.

• Proposed 2023-2024 millage rate of 11.9658 mills
• Approval of $12,545.00 for emergency lift station pumps from Kennedy Industries
• Public hearing on special assessment rolls for weed/grass cutting reimermbursements
• Approval of BioTech Agronomics, Inc. contract for $47,213.25
• Approval of Priority Waste, LLC contract for $69,509.00

The City Council approved budget amendments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The council also approved a consent agenda including payments for biosolids application, rubbish services, and grant consulting. Public hearings regarding the 2023-2024 budget and special assessments were held with no public comments.

• Approved budget amendments for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Approved $47,213.25 to BioTech Agronomics, Inc. for biosolids land application
• Approved $69,509.00 to Priority Waste, LLC for April Rubbish Services
• Approved $8,000.00 to Cary Thompson for Grant Consulting Fees
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Closed public hearing on 2023-2024 budget and millage rates
• Closed public hearing on special assessment roll for weed/grass cutting

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including debriefings from recent City Council meetings, planning for the Neighborhood Beautification Award and the Business & Citizen of the Year events, and other community topics. The agenda is largely procedural and organizational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Neighborhood Beautification Award: flyers to distribute, sign design for August voting
• Business & Citizen of the Year 2023: parade walkers needed 6/25 at 1:00, line up at 11
• Dinner tickets for sale at City Hall for $20
• Mayor Semaan to speak at dinner; need someone for dinner prayer
• Venue: Cedar Glen, doors open at 6; plaques ordered for August 15th dinner

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider change orders and payments for the sanitary sewer lining project, discuss annual road maintenance funding including a potential millage/bond ballot proposal, and receive updates on bridge, sidewalk, and ramp projects.

• Consider Change Order #1 to Performance Pipeline in the amount of $41,819.50
• Consider Payment Application #5 and Change Order #1 to Performance Pipelining, Inc. in the amount of $259,603.65
• Discuss road maintenance funding: roads with 5 PASER rating estimated at $11,000,000
• Discuss preparation of ballot proposal for millage/bond increase (deadline August 1, 2023)
• Update on Base Street Bridge Replacement, CDBG Ramp Project, and City Wide Sidewalk Repairs

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve prior minutes, hear treasurer and budget reports, and take public comment. General business includes discussions on trash cans, Countryfest 2023, and a pavilion placemaking grant.

• Discussion of trash cans (presented by Jason Harvey)
• Discussion of Countryfest 2023 (presented by Bob Higgins)
• Discussion of pavilion placemaking grant

City Council

The City Council will schedule a public hearing for the 2023-2024 budget and millage rates. The agenda includes several mayoral appointments, an ordinance amendment regarding fire codes, and a request to designate the city as a Purple Heart City.

• Public hearing for 2023-2024 budget and millage rates on June 26, 2023
• Ordinance Amendment No. 256 to update the Fire Code to the 2021 Edition
• Special assessment roll for weed/grass cutting and other reimbursements
• Cooperative Agreement with Macomb County for Community Development Block Grant funds
• Special Event Application for the Country Music Festival at Walter & Mary Burke Park

The City Council approved various vendor payments, including a large sum for sanitary system improvements. The council also updated the city's Fire Code to the 2021 edition and appointed four members to city commissions.

• Approved consent agenda payments including $450,623.70 to Performance Pipelining for sanitary system improvements
• Adopted Ordinance Amendment No. 256 updating the Fire Code to the 2021 Edition
• Adopted Resolution No. 965 and 966 regarding special assessment rolls for weed/grass cutting
• Approved appointment of Alexis Blackmore and Francis Rayl to the Citizens Advisory Committee
• Approved appointment of Tim Webb to the Parks & Recreation Commission
• Approved appointment of Sheryl Stankus to the Arts Culture Commission
• Approved request to become a Purple Heart City
• Authorized City Attorney and Clerk to begin discussions with Peak 3 Development

Retiree Healthcare Board

The Retiree Health Care Board is meeting to review the portfolio's asset allocation and performance against benchmarks, receive market commentary, and discuss adding the First Eagle Global Value mutual fund (SGIIX) and rebalancing accounts. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.

• Review portfolio allocation and individual fund performance
• Discuss incorporating First Eagle Global Value mutual fund (SGIIX)
• Discuss rebalancing of accounts
• Approval of April 27, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work study meeting for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The session is dedicated to reviewing the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Fiscal Year Budget 2023-2024 review

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 6, 2023, at 7:00 PM in City Hall. The agenda includes approval of May 2, 2023 minutes, public comment, and a special order of business: Application No. 606 by owner Thomas E. Maliskey Jr. and applicant Tashmoo Distilling Company for property at 51043 Washington, New Baltimore. The next meeting is scheduled for the same date and time.

• Application No. 606: Owner Thomas E. Maliskey Jr., Applicant Tashmoo Distilling Company, Address 51043 Washington, New Baltimore

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2023.

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will consider a revised parking proposal for the Baker Building (parcel 308-03-18). The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and the agenda itself.

• Revised parking proposal for Baker Building (308-03-18)

The Planning Commission tabled the revised parking proposal for the Baker Building until June 27, 2023. The commission requested a revised plan that clearly defines the use of a proposed 'boutique hotel' unit to determine if it meets parking ordinances.

• Tabled 308-13-18 Baker Building revised parking proposal to June 27, 2023 meeting

City Council

City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a road project and shoreline restoration engineering. The council also authorized the purchase of a new City Hall air conditioner and approved multiple special event applications.

• Approved total road project in the amount of $606,329.60 (All yes)
• Approved $289,200.00 OHM Advisors proposal for Ruedisale Point Park Shoreline Restoration data gathering (All yes)
• Approved $8,859.00 quote for new City Hall air conditioner from Kelley & Sons Heating and Cooling, Inc. (All yes)
• Approved $244,733.85 invoice for CWSRF Sewer Rehabilitation Project (All yes)
• Approved Revocable License with Macomb County for city-wide flock cameras (All yes)
• Approved appointment of Lane Marston to the Retiree Health Care Board (All yes)
• Approved special event applications for Anchor Bay Rotary 5K, Music by the Bay, and 'Chalk It Up' (All yes)
• Authorized amendment of Fire Prevention and Protection Ordinance to International Fire Code 2021 Edition (All yes)

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider approving a $244,733.85 payment for the sanitary sewer lining project and discuss the 2023 Road Maintenance Project, including contractor pricing and a potential contract award. Updates will be given on several infrastructure projects, including the Base Street Bridge replacement, CDBG ramp project, Washington St sidewalk grant application, downtown parking improvements, and city-wide sidewalk repairs.

• Consider Payment Application #4 to Performance Pipelining, Inc. for $244,733.85 (CWSRF Sanitary Sewer Lining Project)
• 2023 Road Maintenance Project: contractor pricing to be available at meeting; consider budget and contract award
• Base Street Bridge Replacement: PCE preparing construction drawings
• CDBG Ramp Project to begin after July 1
• Macomb County Non-Motorized Grant Application for Washington St sidewalks submitted April 28, pending award

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and the agenda, hear public comments, and receive a treasurer's report. Under old business, they will discuss updates on funding, several community projects (Chalk it up, Anti-Graffiti workday, park piano, mobile murals, little free library refresh, Jazz at the market, and a building mural). No new business items are listed.

• Funding updates
• Chalk it up event
• Anti-Graffiti workday
• Park piano project
• Mobile murals and building mural

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, debriefing recent City Council meetings, and signing up for council coverage. They will also discuss the Neighborhood Beautification Award and the Business & Citizen of the Year 2023, including contacting awardees and arranging the venue. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023
• City Council meeting debriefings from 04/24 and 05/08
• Sign-up for City Council coverage for second half of 2023
• Neighborhood Beautification Award updates
• Business & Citizen of the Year 2023: contact awardees, Cedar Glen venue for 8/15/23, notify The Voice

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review case ZBA #631-03-23 regarding Mike DeBolle at 388/60 Lagae. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from November 21, 2022.

• Case ZBA #631-03-23: Mike DeBolle, 388/60 Lagae (Parcel #06-15-17-101-020)

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and take public comment. General business includes code enforcement, a facade grant update from Bob Higgins, and a Countryfest 2023 update. No final decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer and budget report by Jeff Byrum
• Code enforcement discussion
• Facade grant update (Bob Higgins)
• Countryfest 2023 update (Bob Higgins)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Peak3 Development agreement and discussing the establishment of a new Ethics Committee. The meeting also includes the approval of various departmental contracts and monthly reports.

• Resolution declaring the first Friday of June as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Proposal to establish an Ethics Committee consisting of the City Attorney, City Clerk, and two Councilpersons
• Flock Safety annual renewal fee of $22,500.00 for police cameras
• Priority Waste, LLC contract for rubbish service in the amount of $69,509.00
• Approval of CDBG sidewalk bid to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Co. for $83,052.71

City Council approved several department expenditures, including a $22,500 renewal for police Flock cameras. The council also authorized the mayor to appoint members to an Ethics drafting ordinance committee and designated the first Friday of June as National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

• Approved $2,195.00 for Decatur Electronics, LLC G3 Radar (All yes)
• Approved $6,167.00 for Dee's Sport Shop, Inc. baseball uniforms (All yes)
• Approved $12,204.00 for Election Systems & Software equipment (All yes)
• Approved $22,500.00 for Police Flock Cameras annual renewal fee (All yes)
• Approved $69,509.00 for Priority Waste, LLC rubbish service (All yes)
• Approved $57,983.75 for Project Control Engineering services (All yes)
• Approved $2,303.94 for Richmond Transport limestone (All yes)
• Authorized mayor to appoint members to an Ethics drafting ordinance committee (All yes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review the April 2023 monthly report and discuss several ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on Burke Park signage, the Arts & Culture Mobile Mural Project, and upcoming Memorial Day parade preparations.

• Burke Park Signage Discussion
• Arts & Culture Mobile Mural Project update
• Staffing Update
• Memorial Day Parade Preview

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of April minutes, and two applications: replacing wood windows with vinyl at 51036 Taylor Street, and an update on renovations at the Baker Building on Washington Street.

• Application No. 605: Replace double hung wood windows with vinyl at 51036 Taylor Street
• Application No. 576: Update on Baker Building renovations at 51005-51021 Washington Street
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work study session regarding the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. This meeting is dedicated to reviewing budget items and includes an opportunity for public discussion.

• Review of Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Retiree Healthcare Board

The Retiree Health Care Board is meeting to review the portfolio's asset allocation and performance against benchmarks, and to discuss market outlook. They will also consider adding the First Eagle Global Value mutual fund (SGIIX) and rebalancing accounts. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Review portfolio allocation and individual fund assessment
• Performance review vs. benchmark
• Discuss incorporating allocation to First Eagle Global Value mutual fund (SGIIX)
• Discuss rebalance of accounts

Planning Commission

The April 25, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work study meeting and a closed session regarding the Peak3 Development agreement for downtown land development. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contract approvals and equipment funding requests.

• Work Study meeting with Peak3 Development
• Closed session to discuss legal opinion on Peak3 Development agreement
• CDBG sidewalk bid award to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Co. for $83,052.71
• Approval of sewer lining project invoice for $450,623.70
• Request for $800.00 in additional funds for an Exmark Lazer Z mower

The City Council tabled the Peak3 Development until May 22, 2023, and designated the City Attorney and City Clerk to handle communications with the developer. The council also approved multiple contracts for sidewalk construction, sewer lining, and bridge analysis.

• Tabled Peak3 Development until May 22, 2023 (All yes)
• Directed City Attorney and City Clerk to handle Peak3 Development communications (4-2)
• Awarded CDBG sidewalk bid to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Co. for $83,052.71 (All yes)
• Approved Performance Pipelining Inc. invoice for CWSRF2022 Sewer lining project for $450,623.70 (All yes)
• Approved Project Control Engineering for Base Street Bridge Hydraulic Steam Analysis for $84,700.00 (All yes)
• Approved Fishbeck Engineering for Wastewater Treatment Plant Industrial Pretreatment Program for $48,700.00 (All yes)
• Approved $10,399.00 for Exmark Lazer Z mower and $7,800.00 for concrete breaker (All yes)
• Approved Memorial Day Parade special event application for May 29, 2023 (All yes)

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider awarding a contract for the CDBG Sidewalk Ramp Replacement Project and approving a payment for the Sanitary Sewer Lining Project. They will also discuss sidewalk repair assessments, a bridge replacement grant, and a potential grant application for sidewalk projects.

• Consider award to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Co. for $83,052.71 (CDBG sidewalk ramps)
• Consider Payment Application #3 to Performance Pipelining, Inc. for $450,623.70 (sewer lining)
• Discuss ordinance revisions for assessing sidewalk repair costs to homeowners
• Discuss proceeding with engineering design for Base Street Bridge replacement (eligible for $750k FEMA grant)
• Review estimates and decide on applying for Macomb County Road Commission grant for Washington St sidewalks (max $300,000, 1/3 match)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work study meeting regarding the upcoming fiscal year budget. This session is dedicated to reviewing the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget items.

• Fiscal Year Budget 2023-2024 review

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and the agenda, hear public comments, and receive a treasurer's report. Under old business, they will discuss updates on funding, Channel 6, an anti-graffiti workday, park piano replacement, mobile murals, a little free library, Jazz at the market, Chalk It Up, and Pizza and Painting. New business includes revisiting murals. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 meeting
• Funding updates
• Anti-graffiti workday
• Park piano replacement consideration
• Murals revisited

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will hold a work/study meeting to review downtown parking. The agenda includes public discussion, approval of minutes from March 28, 2023, and the agenda itself.

• Downtown parking review

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting covering approval of prior minutes, treasurer and budget reports, and public comment. General business items include code enforcement, a facade grant update from Bob Higgins, and an update on Countryfest 2023.

• Facade Grant update (Bob Higgins)
• Countryfest 2023 update (Bob Higgins)
• Code Enforcement discussion
• Treasurer and Budget Reports by Jeff Byrum

City Council

The City Council will consider a Planning Commission recommendation for a new Dunkin' Donuts multi-tenant building at 37030 Green Street. The meeting also includes a request to purchase two GMC Sierra 1500 trucks for the Building and Parks & Recreation departments.

• Planning Commission recommendation for Dunkin' Donuts retail building at 37030 Green Street
• Request to purchase two GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles totaling $86,560.00
• Discussion regarding Peak3 Development agreement for downtown land development
• Consent agenda: $215,976.00 for SCBA Air Packs from Macqueen Emergency
• Consent agenda: $14,335.00 for Wastewater Plant oxidation ditch clean out

The City Council approved a site plan for a Dunkin Donuts retail building and authorized the purchase of two GMC Sierra vehicles for city departments. The council also approved a consent agenda for various equipment and professional services and scheduled a closed session to discuss the Peak3 Development Agreement.

• Approved SALLI # 330-02-23 for Dunkin Donuts at 37030 Multi-Tenant Retail Building (unanimous)
• Approved $86,560 purchase of two 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles for Building and Parks & Recreation Departments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $215,976 for Fire Department SCBA Air Packs and $14,335 for Wastewater Plant oxidation ditch clean out (unanimous)
• Approved $8,250 for Flock Safety implementation fee (unanimous)
• Approved $15,201.25 for Plante & Moran budget and audit preparation (unanimous)
• Approved $8,008 for Radarsign solar powered radar signs (unanimous)
• Approved $6,838 for York, Dolan & Tomlinson, P.C. legal services (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for April 24, 2023, to discuss Peak3 Development Agreement (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the March 2023 monthly report and discuss signage for Burke Park. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Mobile Mural Project.

• Burke Park signage discussion
• Mobile Mural Project presentation by Arts & Culture Commission
• Staffing update

Historic District Commission

The New Baltimore Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review two applications for work in the historic district: a privacy fence at 36355 Alfred Street and landscaping at 36848 Main Street. The commission will also approve application deadlines and adopt meeting dates for 2023.

• Application No. 601: 6-foot privacy fence at 36355 Alfred Street
• Application No. 604: landscaping, shrubs, arbor, stone edging at 36848 Main Street
• Approval of Historic District Commission application deadlines
• Adoption of 2023 meeting dates

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission will consider two site plan proposals: a multi-tenant retail building with a drive-thru for Dunkin Donuts at 37030 Green Street, and a site plan for Tashmoo Distilling Company at 51043 Washington. The meeting includes public comment and a vote on recommendations to City Council.

• SALU #330-02-23: Dunkin Donuts multi-tenant retail building with drive-thru at 37030 Green Street
• Site Plan #331-02-23: Tashmoo Distilling Company at 51043 Washington
• Public discussion period for questions and comments
• Approval of minutes from February 28, 2023 meeting

The commission approved a site plan for a craft distillery and tasting room on Washington Street. A proposal for a Dunkin Donuts retail building was recommended for City Council approval. The board also scheduled a Renewable Energy Academy session and a parking workshop.

• Approved Site Plan #331-02-23 for Tashmoo Distilling Company (9-0)
• Recommended SALU #330-02-23 for Dunkin Donuts to City Council for approval (9-0)
• Scheduled Renewable Energy Academy for April 13, 2023, at 3:30 p.m.
• Scheduled parking workshop for April 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.
• Approved meeting minutes from 2/28/23

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure bids for water and wastewater systems. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, special event applications, and a planning commission appointment.

• Bid award: Murray Underground Systems, Inc. for Water System isolation Valve Installation Project ($308,525.00)
• Bid award: C-3 Equipment, LLC for Wastewater Treatment Plant Oxidation Ditch Clean Out Project ($16,195.00)
• Proposal: 2023 baseball uniforms from Dee’s Sports (not to exceed $6,500.00)
• Request: Addition of Knapp’s City Garage to the City’s Social District
• Appointment: Peter Fromm to the Planning Commission to fill a term ending 12-31-2025

The City Council approved several utility contracts, including a $308,525 water system project and two sanitary sewer improvements. The council also authorized a grant resolution for boat slip and pier extensions at Walter & Mary Burke Park.

• Approved $308,525 bid to Murray Underground Systems, Inc. for Water System Isolation Valve Installation Project
• Approved $16,195 proposal from C-3 Equipment, LLC for Wastewater Treatment Plant Oxidation Ditch Clean Out Project
• Approved $145,755.45 and $332,928.90 payments to Performance Pipelining for Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project
• Adopted Resolution No. 961 for Walter & Mary Burke Park Waterways Grant project
• Approved appointment of Peter Fromm to the Planning Commission
• Approved adding Knapp's City Garage to the City's Social District
• Approved $8,000 consulting fee for grant writer Cary Thompson
• Approved baseball uniforms proposal from Dee's Sports not to exceed $6,500

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February, hear a treasurer's report, and discuss old business items including funding updates, Channel 6, historic signage funded by DDA, pop-up art, and Jazz at the market. No new business items are listed. The meeting is procedural with updates on ongoing projects.

• Historic Signage DDA funding, design, production, installation
• Pop up art updates
• Painting with Justin
• 30 and 90 day reporting
• Jazz at the market update

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including debriefings from recent City Council meetings, a sign-up sheet for 2023 council coverage, and updates on the Neighborhood Beautification Award and Business & Citizen of the Year awards. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• City Council meeting debriefings from 02/27 & 03/13
• 2023 City Council coverage sign-up sheet available
• Neighborhood Beautification Award nomination form preview and subcommittee brainstorming
• Business & Citizen of the Year 2023 updates, including Cedar Glen as venue for 8/15/23
• Public discussion period for non-agenda items

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will consider awarding a $260,725 contract for water system isolation valves and a $16,195 equipment proposal for the WWTP oxidation ditch cleanout. They will also review draft strategic goals for the wastewater treatment plant and receive updates on several projects, including a CDBG sidewalk ramp project and a grant application.

• Consider C-3 Equipment Proposal for WWTP Oxidation Ditch Cleanout in the amount of $16,195.00
• Consider award to Murray Underground Systems, Inc for Water System Isolation Valves Installation in the amount of $260,725.00 (total project budget $308,525.00)
• Review draft strategic goals for WWTP
• CDBG Sidewalk Ramp Project – bids due April 11th
• Congressionally Directed Funding Requests sent for Interceptor Cleaning & WWTP Upgrades $1.3 million

City Council

The City Council met to review quarterly budget amendments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Discussion included a public hearing regarding Community Development Block Grant funding for various local agencies and brick-and-mortar projects.

• Budget amendments for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2023
• CDBG application for ADA ramps in Hidden Ridge and Northridge Subdivisions ($149,138.00)
• Road maintenance budget for Ashley Farms Subdivision ($567,204.00)
• Authorization for Project Control Engineering to prepare Base Street Bridge reconstruction plans ($18,300.00)
• New annual registration and inspection fee of $25.00 for golf carts

The City Council adopted budget amendments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, and approved the site plan for Willow Creek Site Condos. The council also authorized several equipment purchases and approved multiple special event applications.

• Adopted Budget amendments for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2023 (All yes)
• Approved Willow Creek Site Condos Site Plan # 328-10-22 (4-1)
• Approved $13,354 purchase of tabulators and tables from ES&S (All yes)
• Approved $6,750 card access system and cameras for Fire Chief (All yes)
• Approved $6,500 for Project Control Engineering NPDES Permit Application (All yes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 959 increasing marriage ceremony fee to $75 (All yes)
• Approved liquor license pre-application for 35555-23 Mile Road (All yes)
• Approved consent agenda including $126,426 for DPS Wash Bay & Cold Storage (All yes)

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and discuss several community events, a placemaking grant, and volunteer recruitment for district committees. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no major votes or contracts listed.

• Discussion of Anchor Bay Jazz Orchestra event
• Discussion of Bay Area Sports Show with Blair Hughes and Dave Malkiewicz
• Update on Countryfest 2023 by Bob Higgins
• Discussion of Placemaking Grant 2023 with Karen Gharbie
• Recruiting volunteers for DDA district committees on waste, parking, and signs/facades

Historic District Commission

The New Baltimore Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review three applications for changes to properties in the historic district, including window replacements, a door installation, and a sign. The commission will also approve application deadlines and the minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person for items not on the agenda.

• Application No. 598: Replace wood windows with vinyl, install larger window, replace concrete steps with wood, and install barn-style garage doors at 51261 Maria Street.
• Application No. 599: Remove glass block window and install a 44-inch steel door with glass panel at 51034 Washington Street.
• Application No. 600: Install one non-illuminated blade sign on the front of the vacant storefront next to Knapp's City Garage at 50979 Washington Street.
• Approval of Historic District Commission application deadlines.
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 2, 2023.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider two Adopt-a-Park applications for Festival Park and County Line Trail, and continue discussion on new signage for Walter & Mary Burke Park. The meeting also includes approval of the February director's report and minutes from the prior meeting.

• Adopt-a-Park Application – Festival Park
• Adopt-a-Park Application – County Line Trail
• Burke Park Signage Discussion (entrance, auxiliary, beach rules, boat dock signs)
• Facility Update – transition from Cricklewood to Anchor Bay Aquatic Center
• Approval of Parks & Recreation Director's Monthly Report – February 2023

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposed Dunkin Donuts with a drive-thru at 37030 Green Street and to review a site plan for Tashmoo Distilling Company at 51043 Washington. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 24 meeting, elect officers, and make committee assignments.

• Public hearing for SALU #330-02-23: Dunkin Donuts, multi-tenant retail building with drive-thru at 37030 Green Street
• Site plan #331-02-23: Tashmoo Distilling Company at 51043 Washington
• Election of officers and committee assignments

The Planning Commission tabled site plan requests for a Dunkin Donuts and Tashmoo Distilling Company pending revised drawings. The commission also held its annual election of officers.

• Tabled Dunkin Donuts site plan and special land use request (37030 Green Street) pending new drawings and cross-access agreement
• Tabled Tashmoo Distilling Company site plan (51043 Washington Street) pending final drawings
• Elected Michael Wojciechowski as Chair
• Elected Eric Haydamack as 1st Vice-Chair
• Elected Stuart Meyer as 2nd Vice-Chair
• Elected Thomas Goldenbogen as Secretary
• Elected Laurie Huff as Vice Secretary
• Approved minutes from 1/24/23

City Council

The New Baltimore City Council will hold a quarterly budget review and regular meeting. Key items include approving consent agenda payments for a $126,426 DPS wash bay and cold storage project, a $51,700 citywide early warning system, and a $13,354 election equipment purchase. The council will also consider budget amendments, a poverty exemption resolution, and a special event application.

• LaBelle Companies $126,426.00 — DPS Wash Bay & Cold Storage Project
• West Shore Services, Inc. $51,700.00 — New Early Warning System throughout the City
• Request from City Clerk to purchase election tabulators from ES&S for $13,354.00
• Approval and adoption of Budget amendments for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2023
• Approval and adoption of Resolution for Real Property Tax Poverty Exemptions

The Quarterly Budget Review meeting was called to order, but no official business was conducted. The meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present.

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and the agenda, hear public comments, and receive the treasurer's report. Under old business, they will discuss funding opportunities, the 2023 project calendar, Historic Signage DDA funding, pop-up art, Painting with Justin, community theater, and Jazz at the market. No new business items are listed.

• Historic Signage DDA funding, design, production, installation
• 2023 Project-cooperative calendar
• Funding opportunity updates
• Pop up art updates
• Jazz at the market update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for FY 2023, then consider approving a $149,138 grant application for ADA ramp installation in Hidden Ridge and Northridge Subdivisions. The council will also vote on several special event applications, new building permit fees, and a golf cart ordinance amendment with a $25 annual fee.

• Public hearing on $149,138 CDBG grant application for ADA ramps in Hidden Ridge and Northridge Subdivisions
• Resolution to adopt new home building, electric, plumbing, and mechanical permit fees
• Ordinance amendment to golf cart regulations adding $25 annual registration and inspection fee
• Approval of $567,204 for road maintenance in Ashley Farms Subdivision and $36,600 for engineering plans
• Special event applications for Music in the Park, Anchor Bay Triathlon, Farmers Market, and Fishfly Festival

City Council approved a budget for road maintenance in Ashley Farms and authorized several grant applications and special event permits. The council also updated permit fees and the golf cart ordinance.

• Approved $567,204 for Ashley Farms road maintenance and $36,600 for plans and specs
• Approved application for $149,138 CDBG funds for ADA ramps in Hidden Ridge and Northridge
• Adopted Ordinance No. 255 requiring annual golf cart registration and inspection for $25
• Approved $18,300 for PCE to prepare Base Street Bridge reconstruction grant application
• Approved new home building, electric, plumbing, and mechanical permit fees
• Approved $5,500 in CDBG Public Service Funds for the City's Senior program
• Approved special event permits for Farmers Market, Fishfly Festival, and Anchor Bay Triathlon
• Confirmed reappointment of Tom Goldenbogen and Laureen Huff to Planning Commission

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve January minutes, receive treasurer and budget reports, and conduct general business. Key items include electing officers and DDA liaisons for the district, and discussing Countryfest 2023. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Election of officers and DDA liaisons for DDA district
• Discussion of Countryfest 2023
• Approval of January 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer and budget reports by Jeff Byrum (Jason Harvey)

Historic District Commission

The New Baltimore Historic District Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve application deadlines and minutes from the previous meeting. The main item is a progress update on the Baker Building at 51005 and 51009 Washington. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of Historic District Commission application deadlines
• Approval of January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Baker Building progress update (51005 and 51009 Washington)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The New Baltimore Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and the director's monthly report. New business items include a facility update, the 2023 spring/summer brochure, a grant update for Ruedisale Pointe Park, and a discussion on Burke Park signage.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 1, 2022 and January 5, 2023
• Approval of Parks & Recreation Director's Monthly Report for January 2023
• 2023 Spring/Summer Brochure Update
• Ruedisale Pointe Park Grant Update
• Burke Park Signage Discussion

Planning Commission

The New Baltimore Planning Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on the Willow Creek Estates site condominium project (SALU #328-10-22) located on County Line. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 22, 2022 meeting and the agenda. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing for Willow Creek Estates Site Condos (SALU #328-10-22) on County Line
• Approval of minutes from 11-22-2022 meeting
• Public discussion period for audience comments

The Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for a 43-lot site condominium subdivision at County Line Road. The commission voted that the project met all eight special land use standards and suspended the rules to move the proposal to City Council.

• Approved minutes from 11/22/23
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved SALU #328-10-22 (Willow Creek Estates Site Condos) for preliminary approval (8-0)
• Suspended rules to send Willow Creek Estates proposal to City Council (8-0)

City Council

The New Baltimore City Council will consider several consent agenda items and special orders, including a $46,976 quote for fire department air packs, a $106,527 payment for road resurfacing, and multiple grants for shoreline restoration at Ruedisale Point Park. The council will also vote on special event applications, a planning commission recommendation for outdoor shows at the New Baltimore Trade Center, and a mayoral appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission.

• Fire Chief requests approval of $46,976 quote from MacQueen Emergency for air packs and Rapid Intervention Teams
• James P. Contracting $106,527.94 payment #3 for Road Resurfacing Project 2022
• OHM Advisors $3,500.50 for engineering services and $10,300.00 for HRM environmental study for Ruedisale Point Park Shoreline Restoration grant
• Planning Commission recommendation to allow New Baltimore Trade Center (35248 23 Mile Road) three outdoor shows per year
• Mayor's appointment of Eric Kronner to Parks & Recreation Commission for three-year term expiring 12-31-2025

The City Council approved several infrastructure invoices, including over $144,000 for road and pavement projects. The council also approved several special event applications and denied two others at the Black Walnut Inn. Additionally, a new member was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission.

• Approved $106,527.94 for Road Resurfacing Project 2022 (All yes)
• Approved $38,330.13 for Festival Park Millings pavement project (All yes)
• Approved $46,976.00 for Fire Department Air Packs and RIT (All yes)
• Denied Special Event Applications for Son, Mother Date Knight and Daddy, Daughter Tea Party (All yes)
• Approved Sunsation Boat Sun Run Rally for August 3, 2023 (All yes)
• Approved Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce Parkinson's Warrior 5K and 1 Mile Walk (All yes)
• Approved New Baltimore Trade Center to hold three outdoor car shows per year (All yes)
• Appointed Eric Kronner to the Parks & Recreation Commission (All yes)

Roads & Bridges / Public Utilities Committee

The Public Utilities, Road & Bridge Committee will review payment applications for road and park projects, discuss the FY 2023/2024 road maintenance budget, and consider initiating the Base Street Bridge replacement project using a $750,000 congressional grant. They will also consider a proposal for WWTP permit strategic goals and discuss sidewalk repair projects.

• James P. Contracting Payment Application #3 - $106,527.94 for 2022 Road Rehabilitation
• James P. Contracting Payment Application #3 - $38,330.13 for Festival Park Asphalt Millings
• Base Street Bridge replacement: $750,000 awarded, estimated cost $1,188,700, city balance $438,700; consider $103k for stream analysis and engineering
• WWTP new permit: consider PCE proposal for strategic goals - $3,950.00
• CDBG ADA Ramp Replacement Project: 2024 grant application due February 24, 2023

Arts & Culture

The New Baltimore Arts and Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive a treasurer's report. Under old business, they will discuss funding opportunities, finalized 2023 projects, and Historic Signage DDA Funding. New business includes approving the 2023 project list, electing officers, and addressing 30-day and 90-day report obligations.

• Approval of December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Funding opportunity update
• 2023 projects finalized and approval of 2023 project list
• Historic Signage DDA Funding discussion
• Election of 2023 NBACC Officers

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority will meet to consider two spending items: a change order for ASTI work totaling $3,710 and a $8,008 invoice for a Flock Camera from Radarsign. The board will also hear an economic development plan presentation. Public comment is allowed on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of ASTI change order No. C-1-126001: $2,500 for WIP request/coordination/meeting plus $1,210 ELGE WIP fee, total $3,710
• Radarsign Flock Camera invoice for $8,008
• LDFA Economic Development Plan presentation by Stephen Cassin (oral)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 19, 2022

Downtown Development Authority

The New Baltimore Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes, receive treasurer and budget reports, and hear public comment. General business includes an annual $2,500 garbage can expense, a discussion of 'Virtual World', and planning for Countryfest 2023. The meeting is largely routine with a few specific agenda items.

• Approval of December 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer and budget reports by Jeff Byrum
• Annual garbage cans expense of $2,500
• Discussion of Virtual World
• Countryfest 2023 planning

City Council

The New Baltimore City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $69,509 rubbish services contract for January 2023, a $10,000 winter tree cleaning at Oakwood Cemetery, and a $3,895 raw sewage pump impeller replacement. They will also schedule a public hearing for Community Development Block Grant funds on January 23, 2023, and consider approving $13,934 for new fire department entry doors and a card access system. A presentation from Peak3 Development on downtown land development is scheduled.

• Consent agenda includes Priority Waste LLC rubbish services for November 2022 ($69,509) and January 2023 ($69,509)
• Fire Chief requests approval for two new entry doors ($2,475) and card access system ($8,265) totaling $13,934
• Public hearing to be scheduled for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds on January 23, 2023 at 6:45 PM
• Special event applications for Son Mother Date Knight (Feb 19) and Daddy Daughter Tea Party (Feb 12) at Black Walnut Inn
• Owen Tree Service contract for $10,000 for winter tree cleaning at Oakwood Cemetery

The City Council approved a series of payments for city services and infrastructure, including wastewater and rubbish services. A public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds was scheduled for January 23, 2023. Two special event applications were tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including $139,018 for Priority Waste rubbish services (All yes)
• Approved $5,360 for Fire Department entry door replacements (All yes)
• Scheduled CDBG Funds public hearing for Jan 23, 2023, at 6:45 PM (All yes)
• Tabled Special Event Application for Son Mother Date night (All yes)
• Tabled Special Event Application for Daddy Daughter Tea Party (All yes)
• Received and filed amended development depiction from Peak3 Development (All yes)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 28, 2022 (All yes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the December 2022 monthly report and approve previous meeting minutes. Discussion items include a recap of the Jingle Bell Run and the announcement of the 2022 Holiday Lights Contest winners.

• Approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Parks & Recreation Director’s Monthly Report
• Jingle Bell Run recap
• 2022 Holiday Lights Contest winners

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve 2023 meeting dates and to determine whether the Baker Building at 51005 and 51009 Washington is being demolished by neglect. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.

• Approval of 2023 meeting dates
• Baker Building (51005 and 51009 Washington) demolition-by-neglect determination
• Public discussion period (3-minute limit)