Taylor public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will hold a meeting on December 18, 2024, to discuss and potentially approve the 2024 Master Plan Update. No other substantive items are on the agenda beyond routine approvals of minutes and agenda.

• Discussion and approval of the 2024 Master Plan Update

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing a new council member to fill a vacancy under the city charter. The regular agenda also includes multiple contracts and grants, such as a $3.85 million three-year golf course maintenance agreement, park improvements at Lange Park and the Taylor Petting Farm, and a conditional rezoning of property on Telegraph Road.

• Nominate and appoint a new council member to fill the vacant seat
• Three-year agreement with Oliphant Golf Management for golf course maintenance not to exceed $3,852,210
• Anglin Civil to install asphalt at Lange Park for up to $1,117,904
• KAB Enterprises to install a dog park at Lange Park for up to $600,576
• First reading of conditional rezoning of 2.07 acres at 8715 Telegraph Road from B-3 to I-1

The Taylor City Council unanimously approved a series of contracts and grant applications, including a $1.1M asphalt project at Lange Park, a $577K dog park, and a $3.85M golf course maintenance agreement. They also approved a conditional rezoning from B-3 to I-1 on Telegraph Road by a 4-2 vote, and authorized several grant applications for fire department equipment.

• Approved $1,101,383 asphalt project at Lange Park (unanimous)
• Approved $577,476 dog park at Lange Park (unanimous)
• Approved $3,852,210 golf course maintenance agreement with Oliphant Golf Management (unanimous)
• Approved conditional rezoning of 2.07 acres on Telegraph Road from B-3 to I-1 (4-2)
• Approved $239,430 storage building and pavilion at Taylor Petting Farm (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 playscape at Taylor Petting Farm (unanimous)
• Approved grant applications for traffic light control and Motorola radios (unanimous)
• Approved $36,492 Dell VXRail hardware support renewal (unanimous)

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority is meeting to review the November 2024 financial report and vote on two equipment purchases. The body will discuss spending for fire station fitness equipment and a convection oven for the Taylor Meadows Golf Course.

• Fitness equipment for Fire Stations 2 and 3 from Direct Fitness Solutions not to exceed $86,198
• Merrychef Eikon E4S high speed convection oven for Taylor Meadows Golf Course from Restaurant Equippers Warehouse Store for $12,082
• November 2024 Financial Report

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority approved several items, including a $86,198 contract for fitness equipment at Fire Stations 2 and 3, and a $12,082 oven for Taylor Meadows Golf Course. The board also tabled a Civic Plus invoice until January 14, 2025. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed November 2024 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved Direct Fitness Solutions fitness equipment for Fire Stations 2 and 3, not to exceed $86,198 (unanimous)
• Approved Restaurant Equippers Warehouse Store as low responsive bid for Merrychef Eikon E4S oven for Taylor Meadows Golf Course, $12,082 (unanimous)
• Tabled Civic Plus invoice until January 14, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative or administrative actions are listed for decision or discussion.

City Council

The Taylor City Council will vote on a 365-day moratorium on new gas station developments to study need and location. Other decisions include purchasing two fire engines for $2.16 million, 85 desktop computers for $55,250, and filling a vacant council seat. The council will also discuss a closed session on the city towing contract.

• Moratorium on new gas station developments for 365 days starting Dec 3, 2024
• Purchase of two Sutphen fire engines for up to $2,164,226
• Purchase of 85 Dell desktop computers for $55,250 from ARPA funds
• Reappointments to Recreation Commission and Museum Commission
• Closed session to discuss city towing contract

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review two variance requests. The board will discuss building materials for a residential pole barn and the continuation of existing signage at a business plaza.

• Variance request for building materials, appearance, and color for a pole barn at 14230 Mortenview
• Variance request to continue two existing pole signs at Scottwood Plaza (22385 Ecorse)

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional rezoning (Case #24-32) for the property at 8715 Telegraph Road, changing the zoning from B-3 (General Business) to I-1 (Light Industrial) for a self-storage facility. The item was forwarded from the November 7, 2024 meeting due to lack of quorum.

• Conditional rezoning of 8715 Telegraph Road (parcel #60-027-99-0004-004) from B-3 to I-1 for Taylor Secure Self-Storage
• Property located east of Telegraph Road between Mary and Wohlfeil Streets

City Council

The Taylor City Council will vote on a tentative agreement with AFSCME Local 1128 and nominate a replacement for a vacant council seat. The consent agenda includes establishing winter special assessment rolls for street light charges, county drain charges, and other receivables totaling over $2 million. Regular agenda items include purchases of a leaf and debris truck and animal shelter kennels.

• Motion to approve tentative agreement with AFSCME Local 1128
• Nomination to fill vacant City Council seat per Charter Section 4.5
• Establishing 2024 winter special assessment roll for street light charges not exceeding $1,674,069
• Purchase of leaf and debris truck from Mtech via Sourcewell bid for $316,634 (ARPA funds)
• Purchase of kennels and installation for Animal Shelter from Patterson Veterinary for $367,642 (Act 179 Capital Outlay)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 26040 Northline Road, where the applicant seeks to keep multiple dogs, cats, macaws, and 13 chickens as emotional support animals, exceeding the city's limit of three adult domestic animals and prohibitions on fowl and livestock. The board will also consider a postponed item regarding 20619 Ecorse Road.

• Variance request for 26040 Northline: keeping dogs, cats, macaws, and 13 chickens as emotional support animals despite ordinance limits and prohibitions
• Postponed item from October 30: 20619 Ecorse Road request by Lester Carroll
• Approval of October 30, 2024 meeting minutes

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider approving several design and construction contracts, including HVAC upgrades at the Sportsplex and golf course, design services for roadway projects, and an amendment to an intergovernmental agreement. The board will also vote on the October financial report and prior meeting minutes.

• Motion to approve Wade Trim design services for Lakes of Taylor Golf Course Bridge Rehab not to exceed $29,900
• Motion to approve Wade Trim design services for Superior Road and Pardee Road Intersection Pavement Reconstruction not to exceed $94,900
• Motion to approve Hennessy Engineers for HVAC upgrades at Taylor Sportsplex ($96,500) and Lakes of Taylor Golf Course ($33,500), total $130,000
• Motion to approve Amendment No. 1 to the intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for the Eureka Way Improvement Project
• Motion to receive and file the October 2024 TIFA financial report

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional rezoning request for 8715 Telegraph Road from B-3 (General Business) to I-1 (Light Industrial) for a self-storage facility. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Case #24-32 (ZC): Conditional rezoning of 8715 Telegraph (Taylor Secure Self-Storage) from B-3 to I-1, parcel #60-027-99-0004-004, east of Telegraph between Mary and Wohlfeil Streets

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold a second reading vote on rezoning eight parcels on Telegraph Road from residential and general business to regional business, likely for a Sonic drive-in. They will also set a public hearing for December 17, 2024, to vacate utility easements and a street segment near Eureka and Pardee Roads. The council will consider approving over $800,000 in IT hardware purchases using ARPA funds, a $194,500 HVAC engineering contract for City Hall and Police Department, and nominate a candidate to fill a vacant council seat.

• Second reading of rezoning parcels on Telegraph between Crowley and Champaign from R-1C and B-3 to B-2 (Regional Business) for a Sonic drive-in
• Public hearing date set for December 17, 2024, to vacate utility easements and a 60-foot street adjacent to Lots 877-892 near Eureka and Pardee Roads
• Nomination and appointment to fill a vacant City Council seat per Charter Section 4.5
• Multiple IT hardware purchases using ARPA funds totaling $817,741 (data center, network switches, laptops, firewall) from Dell and CDW
• Approval of $194,500 for Hennessey Engineers to manage HVAC upgrades at City Hall and the Taylor Police Department

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Board of Appeals will review two variance requests regarding city zoning ordinances. The board will determine if exceptions are granted for a retention pond location and the number and type of animals kept at a residence.

• Variance request for 11153 Telegraph (Advantage One Credit Union) to place a detention/retention pond in the front yard setback
• Variance request for 26040 Northline to keep dogs, cats, macaws, and 13 chickens as emotional support animals

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will meet on October 16, 2024, to consider approval of the 2024 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) and the 2023-2024 annual report to the City Council. Both items are under other business following routine procedural items. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Review and approval of the 2024 Capital Improvements Plan
• Review and approval of the 2023-2024 Planning Commission Report to City Council

City Council

The City Council will discuss several municipal contracts, including new roofing for police and pool buildings. The body is also considering rezoning parcels on Telegraph Road and updating commercial vehicle weight restrictions.

• Lutz Roofing Inc. contract for police and pool buildings up to $690,152
• First reading of Case #24-25(Z) to rezone parcels on Telegraph Road to B-2 Regional Business
• First reading of Case #24-28(ZTA) to increase commercial vehicle weight restriction to 10,000 pounds
• Sale of Parcel ID 60-002-01-0032-000 for $9,000
• Utility Technologies LLC contract for water leak detector up to $33,159

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting on October 9, 2024, but the agenda contains only procedural items: approval of the agenda, minutes from September 25, and adjournment. No rezonings, variances, or other substantive matters are listed for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission Agenda

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone multiple parcels on the east side of Telegraph between Crowley and Champaign. The body will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding the parking of commercial vehicles in residential districts.

• Case #24-25 (Z): Rezoning of parcel #60-0026-02-0030-300 from B-3 to B-2
• Case #24-25 (Z): Rezoning of seven parcels from R-1C to B-2 on the east side of Telegraph between Crowley and Champaign
• Case #24-28 (ZTA): Proposed amendment to Section 15.10 prohibiting commercial vehicles over 4,500 pounds in residential districts or city streets in residential districts

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the Cypress Gardens Brownfield Redevelopment Plan, consider vacating an alley between Marvin and McGuire Avenues, approve multiple purchases including vehicles and equipment, and nominate a new council member to fill a vacancy. Several commission appointments and a proposed charter amendment referral are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and approval of Cypress Gardens Brownfield Redevelopment Plan
• Purchase of less lethal equipment for police not to exceed $4,274
• Purchase of a 2024 F150 for Animal Shelter ($47,608) and a Transit Van ($50,707)
• Tree removal and ground clearing at Lange Park for up to $100,000 via ARPA
• Alley vacation near Marvin and McGuire Avenues, retaining utility easements

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals is meeting to review a request for wall signage variances at the Trader’s Pointe Shopping Center. The petitioner is seeking to exceed the 100 sq. ft. maximum signage limit on all four sides of the building.

• Variance request for 336.15 sq. ft. of signage on the front (North) elevation at 25101 Seaway Drive
• Variance request for 168.23 sq. ft. of signage on the right side (West) elevation at 25101 Seaway Drive
• Variance request for 336.15 sq. ft. of signage on the rear (South) elevation at 25101 Seaway Drive
• Variance request for 168.23 sq. ft. of signage on the left (East) elevation at 25101 Seaway Drive

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will consider administrative action on a proposed 2,632 sq. ft. credit union with three drive-thrus on vacant land at Telegraph Road. The application, Case #24-14A (SP), involves two parcels between Goddard and Maplelawn. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Case #24-14A (SP): Proposed Advantage One Credit Union, 2,632 sq. ft. one-story building with three drive-thrus on parcels east of Telegraph Road between Goddard and Maplelawn

The Taylor Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 2,632 sq. ft. Advantage One Credit Union with three drive-thrus on vacant land on Telegraph Road between Goddard and Maplelawn. The approval was unanimous and included 15 conditions, such as a $183,854 letter of credit for site improvements, MDOT and Wayne County permits, and landscaping maintenance requirements. The meeting also approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Advantage One Credit Union, Case #24-14A (SP) (unanimous)
• Required $183,854 letter of credit for site compliance
• Required MDOT permit for Telegraph ingress/egress
• Required Wayne County storm water discharge permit
• Required screening wall along northern property line with landscaping maintenance
• Required final site plan submission for review and approval

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold public hearings on the Cypress Gardens Brownfield Redevelopment Plan and the CDBG CAPER, and consider appointing a new council member to fill a vacancy. They will also vote on personal services contracts for the Chief of Police and the Restaurant and Banquet Manager, and approve numerous contracts including floor replacements at the 23rd District Court and Fire Station One for $283,920.

• Appointment of new council member to fill vacant seat
• Public hearing on Cypress Gardens Brownfield Redevelopment Plan
• Floor covering replacement at 23rd District Court and Fire Station One for $283,920
• Purchase of skid steer for $80,553
• Personal Services Contract with the Chief of Police

The Taylor City Council approved a $283,920 contract with SCI Floor Covering Inc. to replace floor coverings at the 23rd District Court and Fire Station One, funded through TBA Capital Outlay. The council also approved several other contracts, including a $80,553 skid steer purchase, a $54,600 DTE streetlight pole replacement, and a $124,476 HydroCorp contract extension. Appointments to the Board of Ethics and personal services contracts for the Chief of Police and Restaurant and Banquet Manager were also approved, with the police chief contract passing 4-2.

• Approved $283,920 floor replacement at 23rd District Court and Fire Station One (unanimous)
• Approved $80,553 skid steer purchase from Michigan CAT (unanimous)
• Approved $54,600 DTE streetlight pole replacement on Superior Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved $124,476 HydroCorp 3-year contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved Chief of Police personal services contract (4-2)
• Approved Board of Ethics appointment of Tanya Clayton (4-2)
• Approved $19,502 network maintenance agreement renewal with Groundwork 0 (unanimous)
• Approved $29,568 ESO Solutions fire service management reporting addition (unanimous)

Brownfield

The Taylor Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to review financial reports and consider the approval of a Brownfield Plan for Cypress Gardens.

• Approval of the Brownfield Plan for Cypress Gardens
• Receipt and filing of the August 2024 financial report

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the Brownfield Plan for Cypress Gardens, along with several routine items including the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and the August 2024 financial report. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved September 10, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed August 2024 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved Brownfield Plan for Cypress Gardens (unanimous)
• Received and filed 2024 BRDA bond issuance closing documents (unanimous)

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider a budget amendment, a concrete repair for the vehicle maintenance garage, and a DTE light pole replacement project along Superior Parkway. The meeting includes approval of the August financial report and a renewal of the MEDA membership.

• Motion to approve budget amendment 2025-003 dated September 10, 2024
• Motion to approve concrete repair for Lifts 4 and 5 in the Vehicle Maintenance Garage from Allied Inc for $21,702
• Motion to approve DTE light pole change on Superior Parkway from Telegraph Rd. to Pardee Rd. for $169,000 plus 5% contingency (not to exceed $177,450)
• Motion to approve one-year renewal of Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) membership for $325
• Motion to receive and file the TIFA August 2024 Financial report

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $177,450 agreement with DTE to replace light poles on Superior Parkway, a $21,702 concrete repair for the Vehicle Maintenance Garage, and a budget amendment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved September 10, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed August 2024 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment 2025-003 (unanimous)
• Approved $21,702 concrete repair for Lifts 4 and 5 from Allied Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $177,450 DTE light pole replacement on Superior Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved $325 MEDA membership renewal for one year (unanimous)

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider a second reading of an ethics code amendment, vote on a rezoning, approve collective bargaining agreements for 23rd District Court employees, and appoint a new council member to fill a vacancy. Several large road maintenance contracts are up for approval, including a pavement resurfacing contract extension not to exceed $1,945,000. The council will also go into closed session to discuss risk management claims.

• Second reading of amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Article 3, Division 3 (Standards of Conduct)
• Second reading to rezone parcel #60-006-02-0786-000 on Cornell Street from R-1C to P-1
• Tentative collective bargaining agreements between 23rd District Court and two employee associations represented by POAM
• Motion to approve 2023 Asphalt Pavement Resurfacing Contract extension for one year not to exceed $1,945,000
• Motion to nominate and appoint a new member to fill vacant City Council seat

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals for August 28, 2024, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be on September 11, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Planning Commission Agenda

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several municipal contracts, including a two-year agreement for Flock Group and a purchase of 75 laptops. The body will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment regarding commercial vehicles and the appointment of a new council member.

• Two-year agreement with Flock Group, Inc. not to exceed $101,250 for year one and $81,000 for year two
• Purchase of 75 laptops from Dell for $72,075
• Public hearing date of October 1, 2024, to vacate an alley between Marvin Avenue and McGuire Avenue
• First reading to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 15, Section 15.10 regarding Commercial Vehicles
• Software support agreement renewal with QennectIT (DBA Cloudvice) not to exceed $78,864

The Taylor City Council unanimously approved a two-year agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate reader cameras, costing up to $101,250 in the first year and $81,000 in the second, funded through ARPA. The council also postponed the second reading of a rezoning request for a Cornell Street property from R-1C to P-1 until September 3, 2024, and postponed a standards of conduct amendment to the same date. Numerous other routine approvals were made, including purchases for golf equipment, laptops, and fire department items.

• Approved two-year Flock Group camera agreement, up to $101,250 year 1 and $81,000 year 2 (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning of Cornell Street parcel from R-1C to P-1 until Sept 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Postponed standards of conduct amendment until Sept 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Set Oct 1, 2024 public hearing to vacate alley in Hitchmans Rouge Hills Sub (unanimous)
• Approved $72,075 purchase of 75 Dell laptops via ARPA (unanimous)
• Approved $78,864 software support renewal with QennectIT (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 Nike golf apparel, $5,000 Chief Cart rentals, $8,000 Tour Edge club sets (unanimous)
• Approved $9,498 Zamboni batteries and $4,420 scoreboard equipment (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting on August 14, 2024, to consider two variance requests. One request seeks a 10-foot variance for a circular drive at 14374 Jackson Street. Another request seeks a 262-foot variance to the separation distance from another marijuana retailer for a proposed shop at 22940 Pennsylvania Road. The board will also review its bylaws.

• Thomas Elmore requests 10-ft interior separation variance for circular drive at 14374 Jackson (R-1C zoning).
• Hub Cannabis requests 262-ft separation variance for a marijuana retailer at 22940 Pennsylvania (I-2 zoning).
• Board to review its bylaws under other business.

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority is meeting to approve several contracts and property transactions. The body will consider funding for fire station repairs and the sale of city-owned parcels.

• Spartan Construction Group Inc. bid for Fire Station 2 and 3 remodeling not to exceed $1,948,760
• Payment of 2024 Aerotropolis dues not to exceed $25,000
• Sale of parcel 60-012-02-0192-001 for $45,000
• Second Amendment to Purchase Agreement with SOAR Restaurants, LLC to extend due diligence to 120 days
• Approval of budget amendment 2025-002

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority unanimously approved a $1,892,000 contract with Spartan Construction Group Inc. for remodeling Fire Stations 2 and 3, plus a 3% contingency, totaling up to $1,948,760. The board also approved a $25,000 payment for 2024 Aerotropolis dues, a budget amendment, and several property-related agreements. Officers were elected for the coming term.

• Approved Spartan Construction Group Inc. low bid for Fire Station 2 and 3 remodeling, $1,892,000 plus 3% contingency (total not to exceed $1,948,760) (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Aerotropolis dues payment up to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved TIFA budget amendment 2025-002 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of parcel 60-012-02-0192-001 for $45,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amendment to Purchase Agreement with SOAR Restaurants, LLC extending due diligence to 120 days (unanimous)
• Elected Ronald Moran as Chairman, Richard Todd as Vice Chairman, Donna Colley-Andrews as Secretary, Tim Schramm as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and July 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed July 2024 financial report (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for August 7, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024 at 7:00 PM.

• No substantive items to report — the meeting was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will open and close a public hearing under Section 6.16 of the city charter with Judge Martha M. Snow subpoenaed to attend. The council will also conduct the first reading of an amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding Standards of Conduct, a rezoning on Cornell Street, and an extension of a purchase agreement with SOAR Restaurants LLC. Numerous departmental spending approvals, including a $438,661 camera truck and a $220,000 HVAC maintenance contract, are on the regular agenda.

• Public hearing with subpoenaed Judge Martha M. Snow under Section 6.16 of city charter
• First reading of amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Administration, Standards of Conduct
• First reading to rezone parcel 60-006-02-0786-000 from R-1C to P-1 on east side of Cornell Street
• Second amendment of purchase agreement with SOAR Restaurants LLC extending due diligence for three parcels
• Approval of $438,661 camera truck for Sewer Department and $220,000 HVAC maintenance contract for city properties

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Taylor Zoning Board of Appeals for July 31, 2024, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is August 14, 2024.

Planning Commission Agenda

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request for a property on Cornell Street. The body will also review its by-laws and elect officers.

• Case # 24-21 (Z): Proposal to rezone Parcel #60-006-02-0786-000 on the east side of Cornell Street from R-1C (Single Family Residential) to P-1 (Vehicular Parking)
• Review and approval of By-Laws
• Election of Officers

City Council

The Taylor City Council will vote on a second reading to amend the Code of Ordinance to add Section 32-42 allowing detention for identification purposes. They will also nominate and vote to fill a vacant City Council seat. Other business includes approving purchase agreements for city departments, a new emergency alert system for the fire department, and transferring delinquent water/sewer charges to property tax rolls.

• Second reading of ordinance to add detention for identification (Section 32-42)
• Nomination and appointment to fill vacant City Council seat
• Annual service agreement for Bryx Emergency Response Station Alerting System up to $7,520
• Blanket purchase agreements: Taylor Meadows ($598,500), Lakes of Taylor ($825,500), Sportsplex ($300,000)
• Delinquent water/sewer charges over 6 months to be transferred to tax rolls with 15% fee

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Board of Appeals will consider two requests for temporary parking variances on Telegraph Road. One request involves vehicle storage at 16555 Telegraph Road, and another concerns a gravel parking lot at 12575 Telegraph. The board will also elect officers and review bylaws.

• Variance for temporary vehicle storage at 16555 Telegraph Road
• Variance for a gravel parking lot at 12575 Telegraph
• Election of Board of Appeals officers
• Review of board bylaws

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will review the June 2024 financial report and approve previous meeting minutes. The authority will also consider a contract for a pump replacement at the Taylor Sportsplex.

• Pump replacement at Taylor Sportsplex by JK of Michigan up to $114,004
• Receipt of June 2024 financial report
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Agenda

The meeting consists of procedural and administrative items. The commission will review by-laws, conduct an election of officers, and approve minutes from May 15, 2024.

• Review and approval of By-Laws
• Election of Officers
• Approval of May 15, 2024 minutes

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider several insurance renewals and department purchase agreements for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. The agenda includes a presentation on future development in Taylor and a first reading of an ordinance amendment. The council will also address filling a vacant seat on the City Council.

• Public hearing for August 6, 2024, regarding Judge Martha M. Snow
• Insurance coverage renewals for various liabilities up to $843,724
• Purchase agreements for DPW, Animal Shelter, and Water departments
• Three-year agreement with WOW Business for internet/phone services up to $301,932
• First reading of an ordinance amendment regarding detention for identification

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals is considering two requests for temporary parking variances on Telegraph Road. These include a request for vehicle storage at 16555 Telegraph Road and a gravel parking lot at 12575 Telegraph. The meeting will also feature the election of officers and a review of bylaws.

• Temporary vehicle storage variance at 16555 Telegraph Road
• Temporary parking lot variance at 12575 Telegraph
• Request for zero parking setback at 12575 Telegraph
• Request to use 8 inches of crushed gravel for a parking lot
• Election of officers and review of bylaws

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission meeting consists of administrative actions. The agenda includes the election of officers and a review of the commission's by-laws.

• Review and approval of By-Laws
• Election of Officers
• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Taylor City Council will vote on a reduction to the city's ad valorem tax levy. The meeting also includes approvals for several departmental purchase agreements and a new fee schedule. Additionally, the council will consider community development grants and home rehabilitation loans.

• Reduction of the City Ad Valorem tax levy from 25.1040 to 25.1030 mills
• Purchase of two 938 loaders for up to $541,822
• Approval of a new City Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2024
• Renewal of waste and recycling contract with Priority Waste, LLC with a 3% increase
• Purchase of a dump truck chassis and equipment for up to $191,727

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider several budget amendments and service agreements. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports and an update on the Eureka Way Corridor.

• Renovation and expansion of the Taylor Animal Shelter by Quadrate Construction, not to exceed $3,337,650
• One-year consulting contract with TDK Advisors, LLC for up to $36,000
• Service agreement for Palcer.ai software, not to exceed $26,000
• Budget amendments 2024-005 and 2025-001
• Update regarding the Eureka Way Corridor from Wade Trim and Associates

Planning Commission Agenda

The agenda consists of procedural items only. The commission will review the agenda and minutes from May 15, 2024.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Taylor City Council will review ordinance amendments regarding civil infraction penalties. The agenda also includes several insurance contract renewals and various equipment purchases for the police and fire departments.

• Renovation and expansion of Taylor Animal Shelter up to $750,000
• Additional funding for Knight Watch cameras up to $122,149
• Purchase of 20 Glocks for up to $12,300
• Ordinance amendments regarding civil infraction penalties
• Contract renewals for Blue Cross Blue Shield and Health Alliance Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to affirm or reverse the Mayor's revocation of the business license for ChristNet Services. The body will also vote on the 2024/2025 budgets for the Downtown Development Authority and Tax Increment Finance Authority.

• Public hearing on the revocation of ChristNet Services business license
• Approval of 2024/2025 Downtown Development Authority and Tax Increment Finance Authority budgets
• Appointment to fill a vacant position on the Taylor City Council
• Contract for Lexipol-Fire Rescue Academy training not to exceed $2,560
• Contract for Cornerstone Fence for Atlas Park repairs not to exceed $3,382

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The main item is an administrative action for a proposed expansion of a strip mall at 23471 Eureka, which was postponed from the April 17 meeting.

• Case #24-12A (SP): Proposed additional tenant space at 23471 Eureka strip center, southeast corner of Eureka and Pardee

Brownfield

The Taylor Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to consider its fiscal year 2025 budget and an omnibus budget amendment for FY2024, receive the April 2024 financial report, and hear an update on the Beverly/I-94 project from Ashley Capital. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Approval of FY2025 budget and omnibus budget amendment for FY2024
• Receive and file April 2024 financial report
• Update from Ashley Capital on Beverly/I-94 Project

DDA

The Taylor Downtown Development Authority will review the April 2024 financial report. The board is also scheduled to approve the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and a budget amendment for the current fiscal year.

• Review of April 2024 financial report
• Approval of FY 2025 budget
• Omnibus budget amendment for FY 2024

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will vote on its FY2025 budget and an omnibus amendment for FY2024, along with a $3.7 million contract for golf course renovations at Taylor Meadows and Lakes of Taylor. The board will also consider a Michigan Municipal League membership renewal, water bill payments, and receive updates on the Eureka Way Corridor and April financial report.

• Approve FY2025 budget and FY2024 omnibus budget amendment
• Approve $3,523,418 contract to Wadsworth Golf Construction for course renovation at Taylor Meadows and Lakes of Taylor, plus 5% contingency, total not to exceed $3,699,589
• Renew Michigan Municipal League membership for $15,961 (June 1, 2024 – May 31, 2025)
• Pay water bills for Eureka Way Irrigations, not to exceed $2,675
• Receive and file April 2024 financial report and Eureka Way Corridor update

City Council

The City Council will review several financial and operational items including a multi-year audit contract and various municipal maintenance requests. Discussion includes property maintenance code revisions and the use of HUD Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Audit services by Plante Moran, PLLC for three years up to $197,450 annually
• Northwest Pool resurfacing and maintenance not to exceed $154,336
• Kobus Inc. lead line pipe puller purchase up to $73,295
• Belfor USA Group, Inc. final payment for West Mound Church repairs up to $68,355
• Skynet Innovations managed IT services three-year agreement for $1,332,360

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is meeting to consider an administrative action for a special land use permit. The sole substantive item is a proposal to re-occupy and redevelop a property at 8201 Inkster Road as a marihuana provisioning center, including a 3,225 sq. ft. building. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Case #24-18(SP): re-occupancy and site redevelopment for a marihuana provisioning center at 8201 Inkster Road
• Proposed 3,225 sq. ft. building at northeast corner of Trolley Industrial Drive and Inkster Road
• Parcels #60-018-99-0008-000 and #60-018-99-0010-000

City Council

The City Council will meet to re-open and close the public hearing on the 2024/2025 proposed budget. The body is deciding on the General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Levy.

• Proposed 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Levy with a total millage rate of 25.1040
• City of Taylor General Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Omnibus Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Public hearing on the 2024/2025 City of Taylor Proposed Budget

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several administrative actions, including special land use and site plan requests for two proposed Sheetz gas stations with convenience stores and drive-thru restaurants, and a site plan for changes to an existing strip mall. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and agenda.

• Case #24-05 (SLU) and #24-06 (SP): Sheetz gas station with convenience store and drive-thru restaurant at 8200 Telegraph (southwest corner of Champaign and Telegraph), including partial demolition of existing strip mall and construction of a 6,139 sq. ft. building.
• Case #24-07A (SLU) and #24-08A (SP): Sheetz gas station with convenience store and drive-thru restaurant at vacant Eureka & I-75 (southeast corner of Eureka Road and I-75), including construction of a 6,139 sq. ft. building.
• Case #24-12 (SP): Changes to existing strip mall at 23471 Eureka (southeast corner of Eureka and Pardee), including additional tenant space and relocation of ADA parking spaces.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2024/2025 proposed budget and the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Levy. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and the appointment of a new council member to fill a vacancy.

• Purchase of three Freightliner 108SD Chassis dump trucks for up to $665,188
• Proposed 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Levy and 1% property tax administration fee
• Purchase of two Kubota lawn mowers for up to $34,084
• Renewal of CyberForceQ GovSOC & SIEM services for up to $33,972
• Approval of summer 2024 golf course rates for Lake of Taylor and Taylor Meadows

Brownfield

The Taylor Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is holding its regular April 2024 meeting. The main action is a motion to approve an amended resolution authorizing tax increment refunding bonds, Series 2024. The board will also receive the March 2024 financial report and approve the prior meeting's minutes.

• Motion to approve Amended and Restated Resolution Authorizing Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2024
• Motion to receive & file the March 2024 Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Financial Report
• Approval of April 9, 2024 agenda and March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider approving a budget amendment, a $12,000 trip for the mayor and chief of staff to a Mackinac conference, and a $115,500 contract for design services on a road project. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and a financial report.

• Budget amendment 2024-003
• Mackinac Policy Conference trip, not to exceed $12,000
• WSP design services for Superior Road and Pardee Road Intersection Pavement Reconstruction, not to exceed $115,500
• Receive and file March 2024 financial report

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is meeting to consider one administrative action: a site redevelopment proposal for Precision Vehicle Storage at 20225 Eureka, postponed from earlier meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering roll call, agenda approval, and minutes approval.

• Case #24-04 (SP): Site redevelopment at 20225 Eureka, southwest corner of Eureka and Jackson Roads
• Postponed from March 6 and March 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather citizen input on the proposed use of HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for 2024-25. The body will also consider several public safety contracts, building code adoptions, and a vacancy on the City Council.

• Public hearing for HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Program Year 2024-25
• Purchase of rifle ammunition from Kiesler Police Supply not to exceed $15,466
• Emergency pump repair by De-Cal, Inc. not to exceed $11,486
• Adoption of 2021 Michigan Mechanical Code, 2021 Michigan Plumbing Code, and 2023 National Electrical Code
• Removal of 60 feet of Brest Road from Worthington Dr. East to Jackson Ave. from the Act 51 Map

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is meeting to consider two postponed administrative actions for the property at 20225 Eureka Road, located at the southwest corner of Eureka and Jackson Roads. The requests are for an automobile storage use (Case #24-03) and site redevelopment (Case #24-04), both under the name Precision Vehicle Storage. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting.

• Case #24-03 (SLU): Special land use for automobile storage at 20225 Eureka
• Case #24-04 (SP): Site redevelopment at 20225 Eureka
• Property parcels #60-093-99-0001-000 and #60-093-99-0002-000
• Postponed from March 6, 2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing and water main improvements. The body is also deciding on park enhancements at Lange Park and the appointment of a new council member.

• Beech Daly Road Resurfacing Contract with Pro-Line Asphalt Paving Company not to exceed $3,623,698
• 2022 Water Main Improvements Contract with Bidigare Contractors, Inc. not to exceed $1,231,021
• Lange Park projects: fishing docks ($50,978), pedestrian bridge ($169,626), and restroom shelter ($107,197)
• CDBG Action Plan Public Hearings scheduled for April 2, 2024 and May 7, 2024
• CyberForceQ CrowdStrike renewal not to exceed $25,693

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a single new business item: a use variance request from Bachir Soueidan to permit a used car lot at 14239–14255 Telegraph Road. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from January 31, 2024. The meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. in the Taylor Municipal Building.

• Use variance request for used car lot at 14239–14255 Telegraph Road
• Property located on east side of Telegraph Road between Northine and Superior
• Variance sought under Ordinance 09-434, Section 13.05 (g) (4)
• Parcel #60-070-01-0038-000, SW 1/4 Section 28, Taylor, MI
• Approval of agenda and January 31, 2024 minutes

Brownfield

The Taylor Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, receive its February 2024 financial report, and decide on hiring PFM Financial Advisors LLC for bond refunding advisory services. The proposed fee is an $8,000 base plus $1.50 per $1,000 of bonds issued, funded through bond proceeds. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or zoning items.

• Engagement of PFM Financial Advisors LLC for bond refunding advisory services, with $8,000 base fee plus $1.50 per $1,000 of bonds issued
• Receive and file February 2024 Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Financial Report
• Approval of March 12, 2024 agenda and December 12, 2023 meeting minutes

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will hold its regular and informational meeting on March 12, 2024. The board will consider approving a budget amendment, a contract for road design services, and a purchase of GPS units. These are the main action items on the agenda.

• Approve budget amendment 2024-002
• WSP design services for Superior Road and Pardee Road intersection pavement reconstruction, not to exceed $115,500
• Purchase of 165 GPS units from FAIRWAYiQ, not to exceed $133,357 over three years
• Receive and file February 2024 financial report

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is meeting to review three administrative actions: a special land use permit and site plan for automobile storage at 20225 Eureka, and a site plan for an 8,928 sq. ft. addition to the Taylor Animal Shelter at 25555 Northline. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case #24-03 (SLU): Special land use for automobile storage at 20225 Eureka, southwest corner of Eureka and Jackson Roads
• Case #24-04 (SP): Site plan for redevelopment at 20225 Eureka
• Case #24-11 (SP): 8,928 sq. ft. addition and site renovation to Taylor Animal Shelter at 25555 Northline, east of Beech Daly

City Council

The City Council will review several public safety and infrastructure contracts, including fire department equipment and police vehicle repairs. The body will also discuss golf course rates and the appointment of a new council member to fill a vacancy.

• Contract extension for Audia Concrete Construction, Inc. not to exceed $1,165,000
• Police Patrol Rifle Purchase Program not to exceed $123,400
• Stryker Sales, Llc fire equipment maintenance agreement not to exceed $29,190
• WSP culvert replacement project design not to exceed $54,750
• Appointment to fill a vacant position on the Taylor City Council

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Taylor Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a variance request from Oasis Wellness Center for a marijuana adult-use retail center. The petitioner seeks a 17% reduction in the required 30% open space for the property at 8201 Inkster Road. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request for 17% open space reduction at 8201 Inkster Road (Oasis Wellness Center)
• Property located at northwest corner of Allen and Eureka Roads
• Ordinance 09-434, Section 6.03 (K) cited
• Agenda and minutes approval items

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda, including call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2024

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-cost purchases, including a loan for golf carts and GPS units and a street resurfacing project. The body is also considering the appointment of a new City Council member and the hiring of special zoning counsel.

• Loan of $1,235,057 from the Tax Increment Finance Authority for golf carts, range picker, and GPS units
• Contract with Al's Asphalt Paving Co., Inc. for 2024 CDBG Street Resurfacing Project not to exceed $467,785
• Blanket Purchase Agreements for the 2024 Taylor Summer Festival not to exceed $275,000
• Hiring Rosati Schultz Joppich and Amtsbuechler, PC as special zoning counsel at $225-$250 per hour
• Purchase of a 2023 F150 truck for the Animal Shelter not to exceed $48,754

DDA

The Taylor Downtown Development Authority will meet to review the January 2024 financial report and consider a contract for street decorations. The board is also reviewing previous meeting minutes.

• Contract with MI Custom Signs for seasonal streetlight banners on Goddard Rd not to exceed $20,000
• Review of January 2024 Downtown Development Authority financial report

TIFA

The Taylor Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to consider several contracts and agreements, including a $499,711 sole-source security camera installation, a road improvement cost-sharing with MDOT, and a $1.24 million loan for new golf carts. The board will also receive a financial report and an update on the animal shelter construction. Most items are routine approvals, but the camera contract and loan are significant expenditures.

• Approve Knight Watch sole-source contract for citywide security cameras, $499,711 over 5 years
• Approve MDOT agreement for Telegraph Road drain improvements, city share up to $131,560
• Approve $1,235,057 loan for new golf carts, range picker, passenger cart, and GPS units
• Approve MI Custom Signs contract for streetlight banners on Telegraph and Eureka, up to $157,500
• Approve extension of due diligence for SOAR Restaurants land purchase to May 31, 2024

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission will consider four administrative cases: two for a proposed warehouse and distribution facility on Northline Road, and two for an indoor entertainment center on Eureka Road. The commission will decide on special land use permits and site plans for these projects.

• Case #23-33: Special land use for warehouse over 80,000 sq ft on Northline Road
• Case #23-34: Site plan for 199,500 sq ft warehousing & distribution on Northline Road
• Case #24-01: Special land use for indoor entertainment center serving alcohol on Eureka Road
• Case #24-02: Site plan for 48,675 sq ft indoor recreation center on Eureka Road

City Council

The City Council will discuss several public safety and infrastructure contracts, including a sewer rehabilitation extension and the purchase of a law enforcement robotic dog. The body will also consider appointing a new member to the City Council and filling various board vacancies.

• One-year extension of Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Cast in Place Pipe (CIPP) contract with Pipeline Management not to exceed $1,000,000
• One-year lease of RADDOG Law Enforcement Robotic Dog from Robotic Assistance Devices for $32,500
• Contract with Firefly Drone Shows, LLC for the 2024 Taylor Summer Festival not to exceed $45,000
• State Accreditation Module from Lexipol in the amount of $40,891
• Two-year renewal of worker's compensation excess insurance with Midwest Employers up to $209,080

Planning Commission Agenda

The Taylor Planning Commission is meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, approval of the agenda, approval of minutes from the previous meeting, and administrative action. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2023

City Council

The Taylor City Council will discuss several municipal contracts, budget amendments, and board appointments. The body is also tasked with nominating and appointing a member to fill a vacant City Council seat.

• Contract with Night Watch for citywide campus security cameras not to exceed $573,835
• Electrical and lighting installation by Fairfax Electric Services, Inc. not to exceed $99,233
• Purchase of a Skid Steer from Michigan Cat not to exceed $88,858
• Budget amendment 2024-007 dated January 16, 2024
• Nomination and appointment to fill a vacant Taylor City Council position

Planning Commission Agenda

This is a regular meeting of the Taylor Planning Commission. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, followed by administrative action and other business. No specific items are listed, so the meeting appears to be largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2023
• Administrative action item
• Other business

City Council

The City Council will meet to nominate and appoint a person to a vacant council seat. The body will also consider a budget amendment and review a financial audit.

• Appointment to fill vacant Taylor City Council position
• City of Taylor budget amendment 2024-006
• June 30, 2023 city financial audit by Plante Moran PLLC