Coldwater public meetings in 2023

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular December meeting to approve November bills and accounts totaling $22,904.07, receive updates on the Tibbits Opera House and the director's report, and review the Love Local work plan for 2024. The agenda also includes committee reports and building updates, with most items being routine or informational.

• November 2023 bills and accounts: $22,904.07
• Tibbits update from Christine Delaney
• Love Local work plan presented by Mike Caywood
• Building updates and committee reports
• Impact report from Audrey Tappenden

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Historic District Commission will review a request by Shana Grife of the Branch County Children's Museum to attach decorative art to the building at 58 W. Chicago St. They will also discuss and potentially approve Resolution 23-14, which sets the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• HDC23-02: Request to allow structure attachment for decorative art at 58 W. Chicago St.
• Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 23-14 for 2024 meeting dates
• Approval of minutes from June 19, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine minutes and financial reports, plus bills totaling $729,873.71. They will hear a presentation on the City and CBPU financial report for the year ending June 30, 2023, and consider resolutions for a proposed 2024-2029 Recreation Plan (setting a public hearing for January 22, 2024), a Subscription Service Program, and updated bank signatories. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss collective bargaining and a legal opinion.

• Bills and Accounts: $729,873.71
• Resolution No. 23-94: Set public hearing for 2024-2029 Recreation Plan on January 22, 2024
• Resolution No. 23-92 and Agreement No. A23-26: Subscription Service Program
• Resolution No. 23-93: Updated bank signatories
• Closed session for collective bargaining and legal opinion

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2023, covering routine consent items and several regular agenda topics. Key items include a presentation of the 2022/2023 audit, water treatment plant filter improvements, and Project IV Engine 3 exhaust turbo work. The board will also discuss the METC radial line purchase and service agreements, bucket truck #15 replacement, and a Michigan Healthy Climate Plan update.

• 2022/2023 audit presentation
• Water Treatment Plant Filter Improvements
• Project IV Engine 3 Exhaust Turbos
• METC Radial Line Purchase and Service Agreements
• Bucket Truck #15 Replacement

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for commercial mini-storage facilities at 695 W. Chicago St. They will also review the 2024-2029 Recreation Plan goals and objectives.

• Public hearing for SUP23-02: Commercial Mini-Storage Facilities at 695 W. Chicago St.
• Review of 2024-2029 Recreation Plan Goals, Objectives, and Action Plan
• Planning & Zoning Administrator Report for November 2023

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 862 updating CBPU rules, regulations, and rates, and introducing resolutions for the sale of 10 S. Monroe St., an early voting site agreement, and ARPA funds revenue replacement. The agenda also includes presentations on city debt and cyber security, plus routine consent items and bills totaling $256,736.52.

• Ordinance No. 862: CBPU Rules, Regulations & Rates updates
• Resolution No. 23-88: Sale of 10 S. Monroe St. (Sales Agreement A23-23, Development Agreement A23-24)
• Resolution No. 23-87: Early voting site agreement (Agreement A23-25)
• Resolution No. 23-91: ARPA funds revenue replacement option
• Bills and Accounts: $256,736.52

Planning Commission

The Coldwater Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a special use permit for commercial mini-storage facilities at 695 W. Chicago St. They will also review and discuss the 2024-2029 Recreation Plan goals and objectives. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and an administrator's report.

• Public hearing and decision on SUP23-02 for commercial mini-storage at 695 W. Chicago St.
• Review and discussion of 2024-2029 Recreation Plan goals and objectives
• Approval of minutes from August 7, 2023 meeting
• Planning & Zoning Administrator Report for November 2023

Local Development Finance Authority

The Coldwater Local Development Finance Authority will consider approving minutes from prior meetings, adopt a resolution setting 2024 regular meeting dates, and receive an informational financial update from Finance Director Tom Eldridge. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive development projects or contracts listed.

• Approval of December 8, 2022 and April 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Resolution No. 23-26 establishing 2024 LDFA meeting dates (April 25 and November 14)
• Informational meeting and financial update by Finance Director Tom Eldridge

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will review October bills of $17,258.22, hear updates on the Tibbits Opera House, and consider a $1,000 sponsorship request for the Cultural Jubilee event. The board will also review work plans for Small Business Saturday and the downtown website, and receive a director's report.

• October 2023 bills and accounts: $17,258.22
• Cultural Jubilee sponsorship request: $1,000
• Small Business Saturday work plan review
• Downtown Coldwater website work plan review
• Tibbits update by Christine Delaney

City Council

The Coldwater City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including updates to CBPU rules and rates, purchase of a new police patrol vehicle, lease renewal for 11 E. Chicago Street, sale of vacant land to Lowder, and projects at 4 Corners Park and Waterworks Park. They will also discuss a revised brush, grass and leaf collection policy and elect a Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda includes routine consent items and a proclamation for Captain Greg Sharp's retirement.

• Consider introduction of Ordinance No. 862 updating CBPU Rules, Regulations & Rates
• Consider Resolution No. 23-89 for purchase of a new police patrol vehicle
• Consider Resolution No. 23-74 and Lease Agreement No. A23-18 for 11 E. Chicago Street
• Consider Resolution No. 23-80 and Agreement No. A23-21 for sale of vacant land to Lowder
• Consider Resolution No. 23-85 for fountain project at 4 Corners Park

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Historic District Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear public comments, and receive a presentation on the new Main Street Façade Restoration Initiative grant program. The agenda includes no project reviews or old/new business items, making the grant presentation the primary substantive item.

• Presentation on $112,500 Façade Restoration Initiative grant (MEDC $75,000 + $37,500 match) by Audrey Tappenden
• Approval of June 19, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Upcoming workshops/conferences discussion
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will hold its regular meeting on November 1, 2023, with a consent agenda covering routine approvals and reports. The regular agenda includes updates on community engagement, cybersecurity, and a debt presentation, along with appointments to external boards.

• Consent agenda: approve October 4, 2023 board minutes and September 6, 2023 MSCPA minutes
• Consent agenda: approve September 2023 operation reports and financial statements
• Consent agenda: approve bills and accounts for period ending October 31, 2023
• Regular agenda: community engagement update
• Regular agenda: cybersecurity update

City Council

The Coldwater City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving the sale of the city-owned building at 71-73 W. Chicago Street to Ibrahim and Khalil Abdullah for $80,000. The purchasers plan to use the property for an international grocery and Mediterranean restaurant. The sale has been on file for the required 30 days, and the council will vote on Resolution No. 23-70 and Sales Agreement No. A23-16.

• Sale of 71-73 W. Chicago St. to Ibrahim and Khalil Abdullah for $80,000
• Resolution No. 23-70 approving the sale and authorizing execution of Sales Agreement No. A23-16
• Property to be sold 'AS IS, WHERE IS' with no warranties
• Purchasers waive lead-based paint inspection
• Closing to occur within 60 days of agreement

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will vote on two resolutions: setting 2024 meeting dates and adopting Façade Restoration Initiative (FRI) guidelines, which would commit up to $37,500 in matching funds for a $75,000 MEDC grant. The board will also approve September bills of $1,420.61 and hear updates from the Tibbits Opera House and the director's report.

• Resolution DDA 23-02: 2024 meeting dates (fourth Wednesdays Jan-Oct, third Wednesdays Nov-Dec)
• Resolution DDA 23-03: Adopt FRI guidelines and commit $37,500 match for $75,000 MEDC grant
• September 2023 bills and accounts: $1,420.61
• Tibbits update from Christine Delaney
• Director's report from Audrey Tappenden

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coldwater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a request from Clemens Food Group to continue using and expand a gravel trailer staging area at 572 Newton Road, which would otherwise require an approved asphalt or concrete surface. The board will also approve minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends denial, citing lack of unique circumstances and potential precedent.

• Public hearing on ZBA23-02: variance from Section 5.2.S.8 for continued use and expansion of gravel parking/staging area at 572 Newton Rd.
• Expansion would add approximately 30 trailer spaces and extend about 400 ft. east toward Fiske Road.
• Clemens cites cost and timeline for paving 75,400 sq ft existing lot plus 80,000 sq ft expansion.
• Staff report notes the gravel lot was built without permits and not part of original site plan.
• Approval requires affirmative vote of 3/5 ZBA members.

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing on a tax abatement for Sekisui Voltek, consider a rezoning of 158 S. Jefferson Street, and vote on several agreements including engineering services for Western Meadows, a land sale to Lowder, and rescinding a property transfer. The council will also introduce an ordinance to add EV parking restrictions and consider a street closure for a Trunk or Treat event.

• Public hearing on Industrial Facilities Tax Abatement for Sekisui Voltek, 17 Allen Ave.
• Rezoning of 158 S. Jefferson Street (Ordinance No. 861)
• Professional engineering services for Western Meadows project (Resolution No. 23-79, Agreement No. A23-20)
• Sale of vacant land to Lowder (Resolution No. 23-80, Agreement No. A23-21)
• Proposed rescission of transfer of 10 S. Monroe Street to Scott Ladd (Resolution No. 23-83, Agreement No. A23-22)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several regular agenda topics. Key discussions include a Public Act 152 opt-out, poly phase meter replacement, and revisions to rules, regulations, and rates. The board will also hear from the Department of Community Engagement about upcoming initiatives.

• Public Act 152 Opt-Out discussion
• Poly Phase Meter Replacement discussion
• Rules, Regulations & Rates Revisions discussion
• Department of Community Engagement – Upcoming Initiatives
• Consent agenda includes August 2023 financial statements and bills

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider several property-related items, including the sale of 71-73 W. Chicago Street, a rezoning of 158 S. Jefferson Street, and a tax abatement request from Sekisui Voltek. They will also discuss a lease renewal for 11 E. Chicago Street and a new brush/grass/leaf collection policy. The agenda includes routine consent items and a presentation on improvements to the Beech House.

• Proposed sale of 71-73 W. Chicago Street (Resolution 23-70, Agreement A23-16)
• Rezoning of 158 S. Jefferson Street (Ordinance 861)
• Industrial Facilities Tax Abatement for Sekisui Voltek, 17 Allen Avenue
• Lease renewal for 11 E. Chicago Street (Resolution 23-74, Agreement A23-18)
• New brush, grass and leaf collection policy (Resolution 23-76, Policy P23-04)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider several property and infrastructure items, including the proposed sale of 71-73 W. Chicago Street, a Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Agreement, and a Church Street repaving project. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a presentation from an economic development intern, and a proposed policy update for employee outerwear, footwear, and safety glasses. Following the regular meeting, the Council will hold workshops on wage and compensation and on rules, rates, and regulations.

• Proposed sale of 71-73 W. Chicago Street (Resolution No. 23-70, Agreement No. A23-16)
• Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Agreement and easements (Resolution No. 23-73, Agreement No. A23-13)
• Church Street repaving project (Resolution No. 23-71)
• Updated policy for outerwear, footwear, and safety glasses (Resolution No. 23-72, Policy No. P23-03)
• Bills and accounts totaling $260,528.42

City Council approved $260,528.42 in bills and accounts. The council also adopted resolutions for a Brownfield Redevelopment Grant, the Church Street repaving project, and a new policy for outerwear, footwear, and safety glasses.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $260,528.42 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-73 and Agreement No. A23-13 regarding Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Agreement and Easements (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-71 regarding Church Street repaving project (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-72 and Policy No. P23-03 regarding updated policy for outerwear, footwear and safety glasses (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-8 (8-0)
• No action taken on proposed sale of 71-73 W. Chicago Street

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will meet to consider routine consent items and several capital purchases, including a transformer, a utility truck replacement, and network security upgrades. The board will also receive a presentation on the lead service line dashboard and consider a policy on outerwear, footwear, and safety glasses. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a legal opinion.

• Lead Service Line Dashboard Presentation
• Project IV Engine 3 Exhaust Turbos
• Transformer Purchase
• Utility Truck #228 Replacement
• Network Security Upgrades

The Board of Public Utilities approved several equipment purchases and infrastructure repairs, including transformers and a utility truck. They also authorized additional funding for network security upgrades and forwarded a revised safety gear policy to the City Council.

• Approved $290,125 bid from Sunbelt Solomon for 16 transformers (Unanimous)
• Approved $126,677.13 for exhaust turbo repairs on Engine 3 at Project IV (Unanimous)
• Approved $74,624 quote from Cole Ford Lincoln for replacement utility truck #228 (Unanimous)
• Approved $41,799 additional cost for Aspen Smart Networks security upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved Policy No. P23-03 regarding outerwear, footwear, and safety glasses for City Council adoption (Unanimous)
• Approved August 2, 2023 Board minutes and July 6, 2023 MSCPA Board minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider several items at its August 28, 2023 meeting, including the sale of vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave. to Let Logic, LLC, a new policy for child warning signs, and a street closure for Hoptoberfest. The council will also hear a presentation on brush pickup and approve routine bills and minutes.

• Resolution 23-63 and Agreement A23-15 for sale of vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave. to Let Logic, LLC
• Resolution 23-69 and Policy P23-02 for child warning signs
• Resolution 23-68 to close S. Monroe Street from US-12 to West Pearl Street for Hoptoberfest on Sept. 30, 2-11 p.m.
• Bills and accounts totaling $159,830.33
• Presentation on brush pickup by DMS Director and Deputy Director

City Council approved the sale of vacant land to Let Logic, LLC and adopted a new policy for child warning signs. The council also approved $159,830.33 in bills and accounts and authorized a street closure for Hoptoberfest.

• Approved sale of vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave. to Let Logic, LLC via Resolution No. 23-63 and Agreement No. A23-15 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-69 and Policy No. P23-02 regarding child warning signs (8-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $159,830.33 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-68 to close S. Monroe Street for Hoptoberfest on September 30, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved City Council minutes from August 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Downtown Development Authority minutes from July 26, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved and filed the City Manager's Report (8-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular August meeting to approve July bills and accounts totaling $1,887.85, receive updates on the Tibbits Opera House and the director's report, and discuss ongoing design committee work on public art installations. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of July 2023 bills and accounts: $1,887.85
• Tibbits Opera House update by Director Christine Delaney
• Director's report by Audrey Tappenden
• Design committee discussion on mural locations (71/73 W. Chicago St.) and sculpture program
• DeGroot Fund seed money ($5,000) for local art support

The Downtown Development Authority approved June 2023 bills and accounts totaling $1,887.85. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 26 and August 18. No new business was introduced.

• Approved June 2023 Bills and Accounts of $1,887.85 (5-0)
• Approved July 26, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes with corrections (5-0)
• Approved August 18, 2023 Design Committee meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider a resolution to close Harrison St. for the St. Charles Parish Picnic special event, hear presentations on the utility's value and special street signs, and review routine consent agenda items including minutes, reports, and a proclamation. The meeting also includes approval of bills totaling $442,918.71 and the City Manager's report.

• Resolution No. 23-67: proposed closure of Harrison St. for St. Charles Parish Picnic
• Bills and Accounts: $442,918.71
• Presentation on CBPU – Value to the City
• Presentation on special street signs
• Proclamation for McDonald's and the Maynard Family celebrating 50 years

City Council approved over $442,000 in bills and accounts and adopted a resolution to close Harrison Street for a special event. The council also approved a consent agenda containing various board minutes and financial reports.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-15 (8-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $442,918.71 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-67 to close Harrison St. for St. Charles Parish Picnic (8-0)
• Approved City Manager’s Report (8-0)
• Excused absence of Councilmember Emily Rissman (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission recommended a rezoning request for a coffee shop and approved a site plan amendment for a rental unit at 129 Perkins St. Additionally, the board requested staff draft ordinance amendments to remove marihuana grow licenses from the Heavy Industrial District.

• Recommended to City Council rezoning 158 Jefferson St. from residential to commercial (6-0)
• Approved Amendment Request to SUP17-03 for 129 Perkins St. provided the parking lot across the street meets city standards (6-0)
• Requested staff draft ordinance amendments to eliminate marihuana grow licenses as a special use in the D-2 Heavy Industrial District by August 2024 (6-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2023, with a consent agenda covering routine minutes, departmental reports, and financial statements. The regular agenda includes presentations on intern projects, lead and copper service line replacements, customer satisfaction survey results, and electric reliability. No votes are scheduled on these items; they are for discussion and information.

• Lead / Copper Service Line Replacements presentation
• Customer Satisfaction Survey Results presentation
• Electric Reliability Presentation
• Intern Presentations
• Consent agenda: June 2023 operations reports and financial statements

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included previous meeting minutes, June 2023 operational reports, and financial statements. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff presentations and departmental updates.

• Approved July 5, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2023 Closed Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 Michigan South Central Power Agency Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 Operation Reports and Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved bills and accounts for period ending July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Power Supply Cost Projections (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular July meeting, covering routine approvals, a fire prevention presentation, and an accreditation self-assessment. The board will also hear updates on the Tibbits Opera House and the director's report.

• June 2023 bills and accounts: $21,426.28
• Downtown fire prevention and response tactics presentation by Fire Chief David Schmaltz
• Accreditation Standards IV-VI self-assessment discussion
• Tibbits Opera House update by Director Christine Delaney
• Director's report by Audrey Tappenden

The Downtown Development Authority approved $21,426.28 in bills and accounts for June 2023. The board also approved the consent agenda and completed Self-Assessment Accreditation Standards 4-6.

• Approved June 2023 Bills and Accounts of $21,426.28 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-3 (7-0)
• Completed Self-Assessment Accreditation Standards 4-6

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider several items including a proposed lease of land at the Michigan Ave. Substation to American Municipal Power, a resolution to amend residential garbage and refuse collection rates, the sale of vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave., and the purchase of a new police patrol vehicle. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a presentation on CBPU's value to the city, and the city manager's report.

• Resolution No. 23-45 and Agreement No. A23-12: Lease to American Municipal Power, Inc. of land inside Michigan Ave. Substation
• Resolution No. 23-65: Amend residential garbage and refuse collection rates
• Resolution No. 23-63 and Agreement No. A23-15: Sale of vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave. to Tefft
• Resolution No. 23-66: Purchase of new police patrol vehicle
• Bills and Accounts: $397,069.92

City Council approved nearly $400,000 in bills and accounts and authorized the purchase of a new police patrol vehicle. The council also approved a land lease to American Municipal Power, Inc. and updated residential garbage collection rates.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $397,069.92 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-66 to purchase a new police patrol vehicle (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-65 to amend residential garbage and refuse collection rates (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-45 and Agreement No. A23-12 to lease land at Michigan Ave. Substation to American Municipal Power, Inc. (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution No. 23-63 and Agreement No. A23-15 to sell vacant land at 29 Lawton Ave. to Tefft with a 5-year build stipulation (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-61 to set 2024 meeting dates (6-0)
• Approved board appointments for Helen Guisinger and Samantha Gripman (6-0)
• Postponed presentation regarding CBPU Value to the City

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating part of Washington Street, then consider resolutions on purchasing a Flock Camera System, amending the Historic District Ordinance, and adjusting electric rates. The agenda also includes routine consent items, bills of $208,270.50, and a closed session for collective bargaining.

• Public hearing on vacation of westerly portion of Washington Street (Resolution 23-55)
• Proposed purchase of Flock Camera System (Resolution 23-64)
• Amendment to Historic District Ordinance (Ordinance 860)
• Electric rate adjustments (Resolution 23-60)
• Bills and accounts: $208,270.50

City Council approved the purchase of a Flock Camera System and adopted resolutions for electric rate adjustments and the vacation of a portion of Washington Street. The council also approved a tentative labor agreement for CBPU/DMS employees and amended the Historic District Ordinance.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-55 to vacate the westerly portion of Washington Street (8-0)
• Approved bills and accounts totaling $208,270.50 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-64 to purchase Flock Camera System (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 860 to amend Historic District Ordinance (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-60 regarding electric rate adjustments (8-0)
• Approved tentative labor agreement for CBPU/DMS Employees Union (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-7 (8-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will meet to discuss and potentially act on an electric cost of service study, electric rate adjustments, and several infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, departmental reports, and financial statements. A closed session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining agreement negotiations.

• Electric Cost of Service Study / Telecommunications Financial Projections
• Electric Rate Adjustments
• WRRF Disk Filter Upgrades
• Bennett Street Substation 8.32kV Circuit Redesign Project
• AMPGS Payable Reduction

The Board approved electric rate adjustments effective September 1, 2023, and authorized several infrastructure projects. Members also approved a new collective bargaining agreement with United Steelworkers Local 14178 and re-elected board officers.

• Re-elected Chris Stevens (President), Scott Ohm (Vice President), and Nicki Luce (Secretary) unanimously
• Approved proposed Electric rate adjustments and forwarded Resolution No. 23-60 to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved $148,773.17 contract with Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. for WRRF disk filter upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved $80,053 bid to CSI Utility Sales for two 15kV rated breakers at Bennett Street substation (unanimous)
• Approved increasing monthly AMPGS payable payments from $30,000 to $60,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-03 establishing 2023-2024 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved Tentative Agreements with United Steelworkers Local 14178 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including May 2023 financial statements and June 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will consider adopting comprehensive branding systems for Downtown Coldwater and the Coldwater Main Street Program, as outlined in Resolution No. DDA23-01. The board will also review May 2023 bills and accounts totaling $83,589.88, receive updates on the Tibbits Opera House and the Michigan Historic Preservation Conference, and conduct an annual self-assessment of Main Street America Accreditation Standards I and II.

• Resolution No. DDA23-01 to adopt branding systems for Downtown Coldwater and Coldwater Main Street
• May 2023 bills and accounts: $83,589.88
• Tibbits Update from Director Christine Delaney
• Training report on Michigan Historic Preservation Conference by Randall Hazelbaker
• Review of Accreditation Standards I & II for Main Street America

The Downtown Development Authority approved funding for a corridor enhancement project and adopted new branding systems. The board also approved May 2023 bills and accounts.

• Approved $100,000 for Rap 2.0 Corridor Enhancement project (8-0)
• Approved Res. No. DDA23-01 regarding branding systems for Downtown Coldwater and Coldwater Main Street (8-0)
• Approved May 2023 Bills and Accounts totaling $83,589.88 (8-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes and May 18 and June 9 Promotions committee minutes (8-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold two public hearings and consider resolutions on an industrial facilities tax abatement for ASAMA Coldwater Mfg. and a CDBG Revolving Loan Fund application for Jungle Pets, LLC. The council will also vote on several other items, including a School Resource Officer agreement, a sales agreement rescission, a street vacation, and a grant application.

• Industrial Facilities Tax Abatement Agreement for ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., Inc., 180 ASAMA Parkway (Resolution 23-50)
• CDBG Revolving Loan Fund application for Jungle Pets, LLC (Resolution 23-58)
• School Resource Officer Agreement for Legg Middle School (Resolution 23-53, Agreement 23-04)
• Rescission of Sales Agreement for 71-73 W. Chicago St. development project (Resolution 23-54, Agreement A23-14)
• Proposed vacation of a portion of Washington Street, public hearing set for July 10, 2023 (Resolution 23-55)

The City Council approved several industrial and business incentives, including a tax abatement for ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., Inc. and a loan fund application for Jungle Pets, LLC. The council also authorized a 5% economic increase for the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-50 for ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., Inc. Industrial Facilities Tax Abatement Agreement (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-58 for Jungle Pets, LLC CDBG Revolving Loan Fund application (8-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts totaling $537,537.68 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-56 regarding OPRA application amendment for Coldwater Executive Suites, LLC (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-53 and approved Agreement No. 23-04 for Legg Middle School School Resource Officer Agreement (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-54 and approved Agreement No. 23-14 to rescind Sales Agreement for 71-73 W. Chicago St. project (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-57 for Branch County Hazard Mitigation Plan (8-0)
• Approved 5% economic increase for Keith and Megan beginning July 1, 2023 (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coldwater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request from Brandon and Kyleigh Kafer for a dimensional variance to install a six-foot privacy fence in the front yard of 82 Western Ave. The zoning code limits front-yard fences to 4'6" in height and 50% opacity, and prohibits privacy fences in front yards. The board will decide whether to grant the variance, which also involves a potential encroachment into the public right-of-way that the board cannot approve.

• Public hearing on ZBA23-01: variance request for 6-ft privacy fence at 82 Western Ave.
• Requested height variance from Section 5.13.C.1 (front yard fence height limit 4'6")
• Requested characteristic variance from Section 5.13.D.1 (privacy fence prohibition in front yards)
• Staff notes fence would encroach public right-of-way; ZBA cannot grant that part
• Approval requires affirmative vote of 3/5 ZBA members

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a dimensional variance to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in a residential front yard. The board also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023, meeting.

• Approved 6-foot privacy fence variance at 82 Western Ave (4-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Downtown Historic District Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approval of minutes, public comments, and project review. The main item is a request to replace exit doors at 11 E. Chicago (Coldwater Community Center) for safety code compliance, along with the election of officers for 2023.

• Election of officers for 2023
• HDC23-01: Request by Kathie Bappert to replace exit doors at 11 E. Chicago (Coldwater Community Center) for safety code compliance

The Historic District Commission approved the replacement of exit doors at 11 E. Chicago to meet safety codes. The commission also elected its officers for 2023 and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved replacement of back door with wood and side door with wood composite at 11 E. Chicago (5-0)
• Appointed Randall Hazelbaker as Chairman (5-0)
• Appointed Sarah Zimmer as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Historic District Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, project review, and old/new business. The main item is a request (HDC23-01) by Kathie Bappert to replace the side exit door at 11 E. Chicago Street (Coldwater Community Center) to meet safety code, with a design that matches the building's historic character. The commission will also elect officers for 2023.

• HDC23-01: Request to replace side exit door at 11 E. Chicago Street with a period-appropriate door that swings out and has a panic bar
• Election of officers for 2023
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2023 meeting

The commission held a non-quorum meeting with only two members present. No substantive decisions were made, and no actions were taken on the agenda items.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 minutes: No action taken
• Election of 2023 Officers: No action taken
• Request to replace exit doors at 11 E. Chicago (HDC23-01): No action taken

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider adopting the FY 2023-24 budget, including special funds and a bond resolution, and set the millage rate for the City Employee Retirement Fund. They will also consider a tax abatement request from ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., a land lease to American Municipal Power, and several street closure requests for special events. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss a written legal opinion.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget (Resolutions 23-40, 23-41, 23-42, 23-43)
• Industrial Facilities Tax Abatement request from ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., Inc. (180 ASAMA Parkway)
• Lease of land inside Michigan Ave. Substation to American Municipal Power, Inc. (Resolution 23-45, Agreement A23-12)
• Street closures for Hops on Monroe, Two Bandits, and Coldwater Noon Club events (Resolutions 23-51, 23-46, 23-47)
• Brownfield Grant Application for 95 S. Fremont St. property (Resolution 23-48)

City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and related financial resolutions. The council also authorized several street closures for downtown events and approved a brownfield grant application.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 Budget (Resolution No. 23-40) (7-0)
• Adopted Special and Operating Funds Budget (Resolution No. 23-41) (7-0)
• Adopted 2015 Unlimited Tax General Obligation Bond (Resolution No. 23-42) (7-0)
• Adopted City Employee Retirement Fund millage rate (Resolution No. 23-43) (7-0)
• Approved $265,239.84 in bills and accounts (7-0)
• Approved street closures for Hops on Monroe, Two Bandits, and Coldwater Noon Club (7-0)
• Approved Brownfield Grant Application for 95 S. Fremont St. (Resolution No. 23-48) (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 26, 2023, regarding ASAMA Coldwater Mfg., Inc. tax abatement (7-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities approved the 2023/2024 fiscal year operating and capital budgets for submission to City Council. The Board also awarded two infrastructure contracts for substation maintenance and upgrades and approved participation in the Michigan CAT Peaking Project.

• Approved 2023/2024 fiscal year utility operating and capital budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved opt out of PA 95 for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved $37,011.07 bid from Premier Power Maintenance for Maroa substation maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $195,740 bid from Electrical Power Products (EP2) for Bennett Street substation relay panel upgrade (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-02 for Power Sales Contract and Lease Agreement No. A23-12 with AMP for Michigan CAT Peaking Project (Unanimous)
• Approved 5% increase to Director Jakubczak's annual compensation to $168,000 effective July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 and April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved revised site plans for a manufactured home park at Seeley St./175 N. Michigan Ave. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 3, 2023, meeting.

• Approved revised site plans for SUP23-01 Manufactured Home Park at Seeley St./175 N. Michigan Ave. (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 3, 2023, Regular Meeting (7-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority approved the 2024 Fiscal Year Budget and April 2023 bills. The board also approved a grant agreement with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and small reimbursements for Strawberry Fest vendors.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (8-0)
• Approved April 2023 Bills and Accounts of $60,040.55 (8-0)
• Approved Michigan Economic Development Corporation Match on Main Grant Agreement CASE 371101 (8-0)
• Approved $25 entry fee reimbursements for Strawberry Fest vendors representing downtown businesses (8-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council approved $168,412.15 in bills and accounts. The board adopted several resolutions regarding park projects, waste contracts, and utility leases. A public hearing was held regarding the FY 2023-24 budget, though no public comments were recorded.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $168,412.15 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-38 for Story Walk installation at Heritage Park (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-27 and Agreement No. A23-09 to lease land at Bennett Street substation to American Municipal Power, Inc. (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 859 regarding Public Electric Vehicle Charging (PEVC) Rate request (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-37 and Agreement No. A23-11 for Rotary Park Project design contract (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-39 and Agreement No. A23-10 for waste contract extension (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-44 appointing Coordinator and Contact Person for Title VI, LEP and ADA Plans (8-0)
• Approved City Council Regular Minutes of May 8, 2023 with corrections (8-0)

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Downtown Historic District Commission is meeting to approve minutes from December 2022, take public comments, and review projects. New business includes an update on the Certified Local Government (CLG) application and Main Street project updates from Audrey Tappenden, plus upcoming training opportunities from Jake VanBoxel. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific project or contract details listed.

• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comments period
• Certified Local Government (CLG) application update
• Main Street project updates
• Upcoming training opportunities

The Commission requested that City Council update Chapter 1490 of the Local Historic District Code to comply with state law. The request includes increasing the civil infraction penalty from $500 to $5,000.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Requested City Council update Chapter 1490 Local Historic District Code for state law compliance (4-0)
• Requested City Council increase civil infraction penalty from $500 to $5,000 (4-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing on a tax exemption for Coldwater Executive Suites, then consider several resolutions and ordinances, including water and wastewater rate adjustments, a new electric vehicle charging rate, a cemetery ordinance amendment, and budget amendments. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes and a resolution for Memorial Day road closures.

• Public hearing on OPRA tax exemption for Coldwater Executive Suites, LLC, 32 Tibbits Plaza / 50 W. Pearl St.
• Resolution 23-34: Water and Wastewater Rate Adjustments
• Ordinance 859: Public Electric Vehicle Charging (PEVC) Rate
• Resolution 23-23 / Agreement A23-08: First Amendment to Sales Agreement with Schmitz Holding, Inc.
• Bills and Accounts: $279,837.80

The City Council adopted several resolutions including water and wastewater rate adjustments and a tax exemption for Coldwater Executive Suites, LLC. Council also approved $279,837.80 in bills and accounts and adopted budget amendments for FY 2022-23.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-34 for water and wastewater rate adjustments (9-0)
• Approved $279,837.80 in bills and accounts (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-29 for OPRA tax exemption for Coldwater Executive Suites, LLC (9-0)
• Adopted Second Budget Amendments for FY 2022-23 (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 859 for Public Electric Vehicle Charging (PEVC) rates (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-23 and Agreement No. A23-08 regarding Schmitz Holding, Inc. (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 858 regarding Oak Grove Cemetery amendment (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-35 to set a public hearing for the FY 2023-24 budget (9-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will discuss and possibly act on water and wastewater rate adjustments, the 2023/2024 fiscal year budget, and a financial projection study. They will also consider a rate for public electric vehicle charging and a five-year inspection and preventative maintenance plan. The consent agenda includes routine approval of minutes, departmental reports, and financial statements.

• Water & Wastewater Rate Adjustments
• 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Budget Projections
• Public Electric Vehicle Charging (PEVC) Rate
• Five-Year Inspection and Preventative Maintenance
• Virtual Infrastructure Refresh

The Board unanimously approved Water and Wastewater rate adjustments based on a financial projection study and forwarded Resolution No. 23-34 to City Council for adoption. It also approved a new Public Electric Vehicle Charging rate and forwarded Ordinance No. 859 to City Council. Other actions included awarding a $51,625 maintenance contract to Turner Electrical Services LLC and a $237,660.41 IT hardware bid to Adaptive Technology Solutions.

• Approved Water and Wastewater rate adjustments, forwarding Resolution No. 23-34 to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved Public Electric Vehicle Charging rate, forwarding Ordinance No. 859 to City Council (unanimous)
• Awarded $51,625 bid to Turner Electrical Services LLC for substation and generation facility maintenance (unanimous)
• Awarded $237,660.41 bid to Adaptive Technology Solutions for virtual server hardware refresh (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and bills (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will review a draft FY2024 budget, consider a $1,500 sponsorship request for the Corner Farmers Market, and hear updates from staff and committees. The agenda also includes approval of March 2023 bills totaling $21,783.64 and introductions of new city staff.

• March 2023 bills and accounts: $21,783.64
• Corner Farmers Market sponsorship request: $1,500
• FY2024 budget draft review
• Tibbits update from Christine Delaney
• Staff introductions: Jake VanBoxel, Bob Granger, Joe Thornburg

The Downtown Development Authority approved a sponsorship for the Corner Farmers Market and authorized March bills and accounts. The board also approved minutes from previous regular and joint meetings.

• Approved Corner Farmers Market Sponsorship Request for $1,500 (7-0)
• Approved March 2023 Bills and Account in the amount of $21,783.64 (7-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 regular meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 special joint meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Approved Promotion Committee Minutes of April 10, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to apply for a Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant for the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) improvement project. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a property tax exemption for Coldwater Executive Suites, a farmers' market resolution, a cemetery ordinance amendment, and bids for street projects and a vehicle purchase. The meeting will conclude with a budget workshop for FY 2023-24.

• Resolution No. 23-24: Authorize submission of CWSRF grant application for $15,900,000 for WRRF improvements
• Resolution No. 23-30: Support 2023 Corner Farmers' Market
• Ordinance No. 858: Cemetery ordinance amendment
• Resolution No. 23-32: Approve rehabilitation project bid for Butters Avenue
• Resolution No. 23-33: Approve street overlay project bid

City Council approved a grant application for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and authorized bids for a Butters Avenue rehabilitation project and a street overlay project. The council also approved $314,417.74 in bills and accounts and adopted resolutions for the 2023 Corner Farmers’ Market and pension grant funding.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-24 for Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant application (9-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts totaling $314,417.74 (9-0)
• Accepted Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Application for Coldwater Executive Suites and set public hearing for May 8, 2023 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-30 regarding 2023 Corner Farmers’ Market (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 858 for Cemetery Ordinance Amendment for first reading (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-28 supporting House Bill No. 5054 for pension grant funding (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-32 approving Butters Avenue rehabilitation project bid (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-33 approving street overlay project bid (9-0)

Local Development Finance Authority

The Coldwater Local Development Finance Authority will consider approving the minutes from its December 8, 2022 meeting, set its 2024 meeting dates, and receive an informational financial update from Finance Director Tom Eldridge. The agenda includes no other substantive items; public comments are limited to non-agenda topics.

• Approval of December 8, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates (April 25 and November 14)
• Informational meeting and financial update by Finance Director Tom Eldridge

The Local Development Finance Authority met on April 20, 2023. No substantive decisions were made, and no actions were taken on the agenda items.

Historic District Commission

The Coldwater Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review the Certified Local Government (CLG) application update and receive Main Street project updates from Audrey Tappenden. The agenda also includes public comments, project review, and old/new business. The meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.

• Certified Local Government (CLG) application update
• Main Street Project Updates by Audrey Tappenden
• Upcoming training opportunities presented by Jake VanBoxel
• Public comments and project review

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to add a voter provision to an agreement, and consider a lease of land inside the Bennett Street substation to American Municipal Power, Inc. The agenda also includes routine consent items, approval of bills totaling $137,101.46, and a presentation of the 2022 Annual Police Department Report.

• Public hearing on Amendment to Agreement No. A22-08 to add voter provision, with Resolution No. 23-25 and Agreement No. A23-05
• Consider introduction of Resolution No. 23-27 and Agreement No. A23-09 for lease of land inside Bennett Street substation to American Municipal Power, Inc.
• Bills and Accounts: $137,101.46
• 2022 Annual Police Department Report presentation
• Consent agenda includes minutes, financial reports, and S&P Global Ratings Report

City Council approved over $137,000 in bills and accounts and adopted Resolution No. 23-25 regarding a voter provision agreement. The council also introduced a proposed lease for land at the Bennett Street substation to American Municipal Power, Inc. for first reading.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-7 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-25 and approved Agreement No. A23-05 (7-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $137,101.46 (7-0)
• Approved and filed City Manager's Report (7-0)
• Introduced Resolution No. 23-27 and Agreement No. 23-09 for first reading (7-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will meet to consider several capital projects and agreements, including replacing Dump Truck #23, a water filter and sodium hypochlorite improvement project, a Clean Water State Revolving Fund project plan, and lease and interconnection agreements for the AMP R.I.C.E. peaking project. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, departmental reports, and financial statements.

• Dump Truck #23 replacement
• Filter and Sodium Hypochlorite Improvement Project
• Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Project Plan
• AMP R.I.C.E. Peaking Project Lease and Interconnection Agreements

The Board approved a contract for filter improvements at the Water Treatment Plant and the purchase of a replacement dump truck. Additionally, the Board approved lease and interconnection agreements for the AMP R.I.C.E. Peaking Project.

• Approved $610,246 bid to Andy J. Egan Co., Inc. for Water Treatment Plant filter improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $93,853.88 purchase of replacement dump truck #23 from Cole Story Ford, Knapheide and Tri-State Equipment Company (Unanimous)
• Approved AMP R.I.C.E. Peaking Project Lease and Interconnection Agreements (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2023 BPU and February 2, 2023 Michigan South Central Power Agency Board minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 operation reports, financial statements, bills, and accounts through March 31, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to apply for a $300,000 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for the Rotary Park improvement project, with a local match of $343,525 from cannabis tax revenue. The council will also consider a resolution to apply for a Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan and set a public hearing for April 24, 2023. Additionally, the council will consider a first amendment to a sales agreement with Schmitz Holding, Inc., and review the annual Neighborhood Services Department report.

• Resolution No. 23-12: Rotary Park grant application for $300,000, total project cost $643,525, local match $343,525 from cannabis tax revenue
• Resolution No. 23-22: Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant application and setting public hearing for April 24, 2023
• Resolution No. 23-23 and Agreement No. A23-08: First Amendment to Sales Agreement with Schmitz Holding, Inc.
• Bills and Accounts: $64,381.80
• Board reappointments from Mayor Kramer for multiple boards

City Council adopted a resolution to apply for a Rotary Park grant following a public hearing. The council also approved over $64,000 in bills and authorized a grant application for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-12 for Rotary Park Grant Application (6-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts totaling $64,381.80 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-22 for Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant application (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution No. 23-23 and Agreement No. A23-08 regarding Schmitz Holding, Inc. for first reading (6-0)
• Approved board reappointments for Public Utilities, Construction Board of Appeals, Planning Commission, Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals, Recreation Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
• Approved City Council minutes from March 13, 2023 (6-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular March meeting, primarily consisting of consent agenda approvals, including February bills totaling $24,185.23, and informational updates from the Tibbits Opera House director and the Coldwater Country Conference and Visitors Bureau director. The agenda also includes the director's report and public comment periods, with no old or new business listed.

• February 2023 bills and accounts: $24,185.23
• Tibbits update from Christine Delaney, Director
• Coldwater Country Conference and Visitor's Bureau update from Deb Prater, Director
• Director's report from Audrey Tappenden

The Downtown Development Authority approved a workplan for the downtown spring cleanup. The board also approved February 2023 bills and accounts totaling $24,185.23.

• Approved February 2023 Bills and Accounts of $24,185.23 (6-0)
• Approved downtown spring cleanup workplan (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-6 (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coldwater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, consider a resolution establishing 2024 meeting dates, and receive the 2022 annual report from the Planning Department. The agenda also includes a report from the Planning & Zoning Administrator. No public hearings or old business items are listed.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Resolution RES23-15 to establish 2024 meeting dates for the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Presentation of the 2022 annual report of the Planning Department
• Planning & Zoning Administrator Report for March 2023

The board elected its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and approved the 2024 meeting calendar. The board also approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Gordon Swan as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Mike Eddy as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-15 to establish 2024 meeting dates (4-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will vote on several resolutions and agreements, including a power sales contract with American Municipal Power, a fire protection agreement with Girard Township, a street closure for a charity walk, and a fireworks contract. They will also consider a grant application for Rotary Park improvements and set a public hearing. The consent agenda includes routine minutes and financial reports.

• Resolution 23-19: Power Sales Contract and Supplemental Agreement with American Municipal Power for R.I.C.E. Peaking Project (Agreement A23-07)
• Resolution 23-18: Fire protection agreement with Girard Township (Agreement A23-01)
• Resolution 23-21: Closure of South Monroe Street on April 29, 2023 for Walk A Mile in Their Shoes event
• Resolution 23-17: 4th of July fireworks contract (Agreement A23-06)
• Grant application for Rotary Park Improvement Project with public hearing set for March 27, 2023

The City Council approved over $232,000 in bills and accounts. The board adopted several resolutions regarding street closures, power sales contracts, and fire protection. A public hearing for the Rotary Park Improvement Project was scheduled for March 27, 2023.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $232,447.97 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-21 to close South Monroe Street on April 29, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-13 regarding AMP board representation (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-19 and approved Agreement No. A23-07 for American Municipal Power R.I.C.E. Peaking Project (7-0)
• Set public hearing for Rotary Park Improvement Project grant application for March 27, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-05 for MDOT Act 51 Annual Mileage Report (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-18 and approved Agreement No. A23-01 for fire protection with Girard Township (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-17 and approved Agreement No. A23-06 for 4th of July fireworks contract (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Coldwater Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 6, 2023, to elect officers, set 2024 meeting dates, review the 2022 annual report, and discuss potential changes to the city's adult-use recreational marijuana zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a report from the Planning & Zoning Administrator.

• Election of officers
• Resolution RES23-16 to establish 2024 meeting dates
• Presentation of 2022 Planning Department annual report
• Discussion on changes to Adult Use Recreational Marihuana zoning ordinance
• Planning & Zoning Administrator report for March 2023

The Planning Commission elected its Board President and Vice President and adopted a resolution establishing the 2024 meeting dates. The commission also reviewed the 2022 Annual Report and discussed changes to the adult use recreational marihuana zoning ordinance.

• Elected Member Garn as Planning Commission Board President (5-0)
• Elected Member Stevens as Planning Commission Board Vice President (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-16 establishing 2024 meeting dates (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will discuss and potentially act on several operational items, including a sponsorship request, a customer engagement survey, a Hazard Hamlet presentation, replacement of Digger Derrick Truck #13, stock transformers, AMP Board representation, METC transmission assets, and the February ice storm. The consent agenda includes routine approval of minutes, departmental reports, and financial statements.

• Digger Derrick Truck #13 Replacement
• Stock Transformers
• METC Transmission Assets
• February Ice Storm
• Tibbits Sponsorship Request

The Board of Public Utilities approved several equipment purchases and a sponsorship for the Tibbits Opera Foundation. It also authorized a transmission asset purchase agreement and recommended a representative for the AMP Board of Trustees.

• Approved $450,529 bid from Altec for replacement of digger derrick truck #13 (unanimous)
• Approved $65,090 bid from Sunbelt Solomon for two pad mount transformers (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 sponsorship for Tibbits Opera Foundation corporate membership and 'NunSense II' production (unanimous)
• Approved CBPU Resolution No. 23-01 to enter into a Transmission Payment Agreement with MSCPA for METC transmission assets (unanimous)
• Approved City Resolution No. 23-13 recommending a City of Marshall representative for the AMP Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including February 1, 2023 meeting minutes and January 2023 financial statements (unanimous)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider adopting Resolution No. 23-11 for the Heritage Park tennis court resurfacing bid and review the first budget amendments for FY 2022-2023. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2022 Annual Fire Department Report, approval of bills totaling $100,556.89, and routine consent items such as minutes and MERS statements.

• Resolution No. 23-11: Heritage Park tennis court resurfacing bid
• First budget amendments for FY 2022-2023
• 2022 Annual Fire Department Report presentation
• Bills and accounts: $100,556.89
• Branch County Fair Parade request for August 5, 2023

City Council approved over $100,000 in bills and accounts and adopted the first budget amendments for FY 2022-2023. The council also approved a resolution for Heritage Park tennis court resurfacing and authorized the Annual Branch County Fair Parade for August 5, 2023.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $100,556.89 (9-0)
• Approved first budget amendments for FY 2022-2023 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-11 regarding Heritage Park tennis court resurfacing bid (9-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-6, including permission for the Annual Branch County Fair Parade on August 5, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved and placed on file the City Manager’s Report (9-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular February meeting. The board will consider the consent agenda, which includes approval of January bills totaling $102,406.25 and minutes from previous meetings. They will also hear updates on the Tibbits Opera House and a director's report. No old or new business is listed.

• Consent agenda includes January 2023 bills and accounts: $102,406.25
• Tibbits Update by Christine Delaney, Director
• Director's Report by Audrey Tappenden
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2023 regular meeting and February 15, 2023 Design Committee meeting

The Downtown Development Authority approved the consent agenda, which included the January 2023 bills and previous meeting minutes. No new or old business was addressed during the meeting.

• Approved January 2023 bills and accounts totaling $102,406.25 (5-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Design Committee Minutes of February 15, 2023 (5-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will consider several resolutions, including a property tax exemption for Donner Properties, a data-sharing agreement for enhanced aerial images, and purchases of equipment and vehicles. The agenda also includes routine consent items, bills totaling $213,509.79, and a presentation on the 2022 Department of Municipal Services report.

• Resolution 23-06: Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption for Donner Properties, LLC, 53 E. Chicago St.
• Resolution 23-10 and Agreements A23-02/A23-03: Purchase of enhanced aerial images from State of Michigan via GIS MiSAIL Program
• Resolution 23-08: Purchase of SCBA decontamination washer for Fire Department
• Resolution 23-07: Vehicle replacement purchases for Department of Municipal Services
• Bills and Accounts: $213,509.79

City Council approved over $213,000 in bills and accounts. The council also adopted resolutions for vehicle replacements, fire department equipment, and GIS data sharing with the State of Michigan.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $213,509.79 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-09 regarding a charitable gaming license for Children’s Museum of Branch County (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-06 regarding an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for Donner Properties, LLC at 53 E. Chicago St. (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-10 and approved Agreements No. A23-02 and A23-03 for GIS aerial images from the State of Michigan (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-08 for the purchase of an SCBA decontamination washer (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-07 for vehicle replacement purchases (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-9, including various board minutes and financial reports (8-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board approved funding for security upgrades at municipal facilities and a professional agreement for a wastewater plant expansion grant. Members also authorized the purchase of up to 7.5 MW of capacity from the AMP RICE Peaking Project and approved a revised cost of service study contract.

• Approved $163,775 for security upgrades at Henry L. Brown Municipal Building, substations, and Water/Service campus (Unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. up to $67,900 for CWSRF Planning Document (Unanimous)
• Approved revised contract with Utility Financial Services (UFS) for Cost of Service study up to $67,050 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Utility Director to purchase up to 7.5 MW of capacity from AMP RICE Peaking Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 4, 2023 minutes and December 2022 financial statements (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on January 25, 2023, to approve consent agenda items including minutes and bills totaling $66,196.82, receive updates from Tibbits Opera House and the director, review Apple Fest survey results and 2023 festival plans, consider three appropriation requests (Love Local event, event photography, and Tibbits Playbill ad), and elect a president and vice president. The agenda also includes reports on economic vitality projects and committee minutes.

• Approve November and December 2022 bills and accounts totaling $66,196.82
• Appropriation request for Love Local event by Mike Caywood
• Appropriation request for event photography by Courtney Dirschell
• Appropriation request for Tibbits Playbill ad by Chris Howell
• Election of officers: President and Vice President

The Downtown Development Authority elected Michael Caywood as President and Brad Rockey as Vice President. The board also approved several appropriations requests for downtown events and advertising.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-10, including $66,196.82 in bills (6-0)
• Approved $1,530.00 for Love Local Event workplan and appropriations (6-0)
• Approved $800.00 for Downtown Event Photography (6-0)
• Approved $1,030.00 for Tibbits Playbill Ad (6-0)
• Elected Michael Caywood as DDA Board President (6-0)
• Elected Brad Rockey as DDA Board Vice President (6-0)

City Council

The Coldwater City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution granting an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate to Donner Properties, LLC for 53 E. Chicago St., a $250,000 project to renovate the building into five residential units. The council will also vote on a revised purchasing ordinance and policy, a camera system upgrade for the municipal building, and a bid for downtown restrooms. Other items include approving bills of $160,664.69, the city manager's report, and presentations on recreation and downtown updates.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 23-02 for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for Donner Properties, LLC, 53 E. Chicago St. ($250,000 investment, 5 residential units)
• Ordinance No. 857 and Resolution No. 23-01 revising Chapter 210 Purchasing and Contracts and Purchasing Policy P23-01
• Resolution No. 23-03 for purchase of upgraded camera system and equipment for Henry L. Brown Municipal Building
• Resolution No. 23-04 for bid on downtown restrooms
• Bills and accounts totaling $160,664.69

City Council approved over $160,000 in bills and accounts and adopted a new ordinance and resolution regarding purchasing and contracts. The council also approved a property rehabilitation exemption for Donner Properties, LLC and authorized purchases for downtown restrooms and municipal building camera equipment.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1-4 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-02 for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption for Donner Properties, LLC at 53 E. Chicago St. (9-0)
• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $160,664.69 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 857 and Resolution No. 23-01 regarding Chapter 210 Purchasing and Contracts and Purchasing Policy No. P23-01 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-03 for upgraded camera system and equipment for the Henry L. Brown Municipal Building (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-04 regarding bid for downtown restrooms (9-0)
• Approved and placed on file the City Manager’s Report (9-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted a zoning change for 839 E. Chicago St. and approved over $710,000 in bills and accounts. Council also scheduled a public hearing for a property rehabilitation exemption and introduced a new purchasing ordinance.

• Approved Bills and Accounts in the amount of $710,142.61 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 856 for zoning change at 839 E. Chicago St. (8-0)
• Accepted Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Application for Donner Properties, LLC at 53 E. Chicago St. and set public hearing for Jan. 23, 2023 (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 857 regarding Chapter 210 Purchasing and Contracts and Purchasing Policy No. P23-01 for first reading (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-8, including various board minutes and financial reports (8-0)

Board of Public Utilities

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities will meet to consider two regular agenda items: a transformer purchase for Sekisui Voltek and a purchasing policy. The consent agenda includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes and departmental reports for November 2022. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Sekisui Voltek Transformer Purchase
• Purchasing Policy
• Approval of November 2022 operation reports and financial statements
• Approval of bills and accounts for period ending December 31, 2022

The Board approved the purchase of a 2500 KVA transformer for the Sekisui Voltek facility expansion, with full reimbursement from the company. Additionally, the Board approved an updated purchasing policy to be forwarded to the City Council.

• Approved purchase of 2500 KVA transformer from Stuart Irby for a cost not to exceed $255,612.80 (unanimous)
• Approved Purchasing Policy No. P23-01 and forwarded it to City Council for adoption (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Dec 6, 2022 and Nov 3, 2022 meeting minutes and Nov 2022 financial statements (unanimous)