Flushing public meetings in 2022

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider a mobile food truck vending ordinance, including a public hearing and a second reading for adoption. The council will also act on consent agenda items, reports, appointments, and a bid award. The agenda includes routine approvals and several policy decisions.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance 2022-01 on mobile food truck vending
• Resolution to reaffirm Board of Review's poverty exemption guidelines
• Resolution to approve extension of Cedarwood PILOT
• Resolution for MERS service credit purchase and POLC letter of agreement re opt-out stipend
• Bid award for large format document imaging

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

This meeting of the Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee was cancelled because not enough members were present to form a quorum. No official business was conducted. The agenda items that would have been discussed included a Michigan Spark Grant, the Riverview Park Playground, and accepting a resignation.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Michigan Spark Grant (new business)
• Riverview Park Playground (new business)
• Accept resignation of Seth Neblock (new business)
• Updates on multiple parks including Riverview, Bonnie View/Mutton, Waterworks, Eastview Veteran's Memorial, River Road, and Cornwell

Flushing City Council Special Meeting

The Flushing City Council is holding a special meeting on November 21, 2022, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. The main action is considering letters of interest to fill a City Council vacancy. The meeting also includes public comment, with a five-minute limit per speaker.

• Consider letters of interest to fill City Council vacancy
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)
• Meeting held via Zoom for viewing only

The Flushing City Council held a special meeting on November 21, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The council voted 6-0 to accept the mayor's recommendation and appoint David Miller to fill the City Council vacancy left by Dan Fralick. The meeting was adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

• Approved the agenda for November 17, 2022 (6-0).
• Approved the mayor's recommendation to allow each candidate 3 minutes to introduce themselves and 5 minutes for Q&A, and nominated David Miller to fill the City Council vacancy left by Dan Fralick (6-0).

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several administrative and policy items, including a pension bonding update, the adoption of the Master Plan, and the purchase of a police patrol vehicle. The agenda also includes public hearings, ordinance reviews, and a closed session request. Note that due to technical difficulties, the meeting will not be available via Zoom.

• Presentation on Pension Bonding by MFCI President Steven Burke
• Consider adoption of the Master Plan and resolution
• Request to waive bid process and purchase police patrol replacement vehicle
• Review of Waste Receptacle, Set-Back, and Mobile Food Truck Vending Ordinances
• Request for closed session under MCL 15.268(a)

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to approve its agenda and October minutes, and to receive several transmitted items for discussion, including the proposed 2023 meeting schedule, an illustration of setbacks on corner lots, a master plan update from the City Council, and a draft 2022 by-laws update. The meeting is open to the public for comments, with a five-minute limit per speaker.

• Transmittal of Proposed 2023 Planning Commission Schedule
• Transmittal of Inclusion of Illustration of Setbacks on Corner Lot
• Transmittal of Master Plan Update from City Council Meeting
• Transmittal of Draft 2022 By-Laws Update

The Flushing Planning Commission approved several items, including the 2022 by-laws update, a master plan update from the City Council, and an illustration of setbacks on corner lots. The commission also adopted the 2023 meeting schedule with changes to January, July, and September. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved 2023 Planning Commission schedule with changes to January, July, and September (6-0)
• Approved inclusion of illustration of setbacks on corner lot to Master Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Master Plan update from City Council meeting on 2022-11-07 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution to amend Planning Commission By-Laws 2022 Update (6-0)

City of Flushing Election Commission

The City of Flushing Election Commission is meeting to conduct a public accuracy test of voting equipment, a procedural step before an election. The agenda contains only routine items: call to order, roll call, the accuracy test, and adjournment.

• Public accuracy test of voting equipment

The Flushing Election Commission conducted a public accuracy test on Precinct 1, confirming all results matched predetermined outcomes with no machine anomalies. The commission also reported 1,953 absentee ballots sent and 1,281 returned as of November 1, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified public accuracy test results for Precinct 1 (no anomalies found)
• Noted absentee ballot count: 1,953 sent, 1,281 returned as of Nov. 1, 2022

City of Flushing Election Commission

The City of Flushing Election Commission is meeting to handle routine election administration business. The commission will consider approving the consent agenda, which includes the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes, and will vote on a resolution for the Absent Voter Counting Board and the Election Inspector List.

• Consider approval of Resolution 2022-10-13a for the Absent Voter Counting Board
• Consider approval of the Election Inspector List
• Approve the October 13, 2022 agenda
• Approve July 6, 2022 Election Commission minutes
• Approve July 26, 2022 Public Accuracy minutes

The Flushing Election Commission unanimously approved a resolution establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards for the November 8, 2022 election, to convene at City Hall. The commission also approved a list of election inspectors for the same election, authorizing the City Clerk to make changes as needed.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10-13a establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards for Nov. 8, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Election Inspector list for Nov. 8, 2022 primary election (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no substantive business will be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including a police labor agreement, several property quit claim deeds, purchases for police and public works, and first readings of two ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes reports on a DPW barn feasibility study and the city's master plan, plus a closed session to discuss real property purchase or lease.

• Letter of agreement with Police Officers Labor Council regarding vacation time
• Quit claim deeds for properties at 115 E Henry Street, 194 Coutant Street, and 198 Coutant Street
• Purchase of four Taser 7 tasers
• First reading of ordinance to amend Section 153.121(c) (setback definitions)
• First reading of ordinance to amend multiple sections on actual and required setback

The Flushing City Council approved a letter of understanding with the Police Officers Labor Council regarding vacation pay (5-0-1). They also authorized several purchases including a $13,557 pump replacement, up to $9,481 for ferric chloride, early rental of a garbage truck for leaf collection, a Bobcat Toolcat to replace a damaged tractor, four Taser 7 Tasers for $17,021.62, and a keyless entry system replacement. Additionally, the council directed administration to address ordinance issues for a DPW building feasibility study and approved quit claim deeds for properties at 115 E. Henry Street, 194 Coutant Street, and 198 Coutant Street.

• Approved letter of understanding with Police Officers Labor Council on vacation pay (5-0-1)
• Approved purchase of Hydromatic pump for wet well #5 replacement at $13,557 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of up to 9 dry-tons of ferric chloride from PVS Technologies for up to $9,481 (6-0)
• Approved early rental of rear-load garbage truck for leaf collection starting Oct. 17 (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of Bobcat Toolcat UW 56 to replace damaged tractor, waiving bid procedure (6-0)
• Approved purchase of four Taser 7 Tasers from Axon Enterprises for $17,021.62 (6-0)
• Approved replacement of Lenel keyless entry system by Structured Technologies (6-0)
• Approved quit claim deeds to owners of 115 E. Henry St., 194 Coutant St., and 198 Coutant St. (6-0 each)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The October 4, 2022 meeting of the Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted; the agenda items listed (including bylaw updates, park reports, and the 2023 calendar) were not discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Proposed bylaw updates (not discussed)
• 2023 Parks and Recreation Calendar review (not discussed)
• Playscape survey sign update at Riverview Park (not discussed)
• Trail of Terror resources inventory (not discussed)

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on actual yard setbacks, waste receptacles, a special use permit for 745 E. Main Street, and the draft Master Plan. They will also consider approving the agenda and minutes, and discuss new business including the SUP application and site plan for 745 E. Main Street, as well as Planning Commission bylaws. Old business includes yard definitions, dumpster screen standards, and the Master Plan PPHD.

• Public hearing on actual yard setbacks
• Public hearing on waste receptacles
• Public hearing on SUP for 745 E. Main Street
• Public hearing on draft Master Plan
• New business: 745 E. Main Street SUP application and site plan

The commission approved a special use permit (SUP) for 745 E. Main Street to allow a single-family residence in a B-1 zoning district, with contingencies that the home be habitable within two years and that the petitioner's plans be reviewed in five years. The associated site plan was also approved. Two public hearings on yard setbacks and waste receptacles received no public comment. The commission postponed discussion of its bylaws and the Master Plan, and recommended yard definitions and dumpster screen standards to City Council.

• Approved SUP for 745 E. Main St. as single-family residence (6-1)
• Approved site plan for 745 E. Main St. (7-0)
• Postponed discussion of Planning Commission Bylaws (7-0)
• Recommended yard definitions to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended dumpster screen standards to City Council (7-0)
• Postponed Master Plan discussion until planner's responses shared with City Council (7-0)
• Appointed Wykes as Planning Commission Secretary (7-0)
• Approved October 3, 2022 agenda (7-0)

Flushing City Council Special Meeting

The Flushing City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a request to authorize an amendment to the agreement with Spicer Group for professional services. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Request for authorization of amendment agreement between City of Flushing and Spicer Group for professional services

The Flushing City Council approved Amendment #3 to the Owner-Engineer Agreement with Spicer Group for $66,500 in professional services. The vote was 4-2, with Mayor Karlichek and Councilmember Fralick dissenting. Councilmember Smith abstained from the initial procedural motion but arrived at 7:00 p.m. before the final vote.

• Approved Amendment #3 to Spicer Group engineering agreement for $66,500 (4-2)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, discuss several communications and reports, and consider bids for police equipment. Notable items include a request to spend on banners along Pierson Rd., proposals for a Phase 1 Environmental Assessment, and appointments to fill vacancies on city boards.

• Request for upfit of a 2022 Dodge Charger
• Request for purchase of three in-car cameras for police vehicles
• Request for authorization of expenditure to bring 335 W. River Rd. into compliance with city ordinance
• Request for consideration of expense for banners on Pierson Rd. from Elms Rd. to Flushing Rd.
• Appointments to fill vacancies on FASC Board and Planning Commission

The Flushing City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, bills, and reports, and made several appointments and purchases. Key decisions included authorizing an expenditure to bring 335 W. River Rd. into compliance, tabling an agreement with Spicer Group for renegotiation, and approving police vehicle upgrades and in-car cameras. Appointments filled vacancies on the Senior Center and Planning Commission boards.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and reports (7-0)
• Authorized expenditure to bring 335 W. River Rd. into compliance (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Tabled amendment agreement with Spicer Group for renegotiation (7-0)
• Approved $2,300 for Phase 1 Environmental Assessment with AKT Peerless (7-0)
• Approved upfit of 2022 Dodge Charger by Arrowhead Upfitters (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three in-car cameras for police vehicles (7-0)
• Appointed Mary Smith to Flushing Area Senior Center board (7-0)
• Appointed Troy Neva to Planning Commission (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss several park-related items, including proposed bylaw updates, a playscape survey at Riverview Park, and a possible trail connection at Lynn Street. They will also consider restarting the Trail of Terror event or selling its resources, and filling the committee secretary position. The meeting is held on Zoom for viewing only, and the committee is a recommending body to City Council.

• Discuss proposed bylaw updates
• Discuss playscape survey in Riverview Park
• Discussion of Creekview Trail connection at Lynn St.
• Discuss Trail of Terror: possibility of restarting vs. selling resources
• Discussion of soap dispenser and drinking fountain for Tucker Building

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a home occupation involving firearm maintenance, repair, and manufacturing at 532 Leland Street, along with a related site plan. The agenda also includes a site plan review for Vet Access at 1455 East Pierson Road, and discussions on zoning text amendments, by-laws, and the master plan. A withdrawal of a special use permit request has been noted.

• Public hearing and special use permit for firearms home occupation at 532 Leland Street (Parcel 55-26-531-058)
• Site plan review for 532 Leland Street (Joshua White)
• Site plan review for 1455 East Pierson Road (Vet Access)
• Review of zoning text amendments for front yard setbacks and dumpster enclosures
• Review of Planning Commission by-laws and master plan update

The commission approved a special use permit for a home occupation involving firearm and consumer electronics repair at 532 Leland Street, with conditions including no signage, appointment-only access, and no manufacturing of weapons or ammunition. A separate site plan for the same property was also approved. The commission additionally approved zoning text amendments for front-yard setback definitions and dumpster enclosure standards, and formed a committee to review planning commission by-laws.

• Approved special use permit for home occupation (firearm/electronics repair) at 532 Leland St, with conditions: no signage, appointment only, no manufacturing of weapons or ammo (4-1, Bois dissenting).
• Approved site plan for 532 Leland St for the home occupation (5-0).
• Approved site plan for 1455 East Pierson Rd (Vet Access), with request that applicant pursue easement access and provide informational update in 1 year (5-0).
• Approved zoning text amendment for definition of front yard setbacks; directed clerk to schedule a public hearing on October 3, 2022 (4-0, C. Miller abstaining).
• Approved zoning text amendment for dumpster enclosure, clarifying language in section 153.121(c) (5-0).
• Formed a committee (Dane Miller, Nicholas Reitano, Jason Ball) to review and update planning commission by-laws with monthly progress updates (5-0).
• Approved the September 6, 2022 agenda (5-0).
• Approved minutes of the July 5, 2022 meeting as presented (5-0).

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and several notable items, including purchasing a new 2023 Chevrolet pickup truck, renting a garbage truck for leaf collection, and considering sidewalk proposals. They will also discuss a parks and recreation survey, a mural sketch at the Senior Center, and a resolution on council rules. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.

• Request to purchase a new 2023 Chevrolet pickup truck
• Request for authorization to rent a rear load garbage truck for leaf collection
• Request for consideration of sidewalk proposals
• Request for approval of mural sketch at Senior Center
• Request for appointment of City Manager Michelle King as MERS delegate

The Flushing City Council approved $25,523 in CDBG-CV funding for pedestrian crossing signals at Main Street and Maple Street, and Main Street and Cherry Street. They also approved a mural sketch at the Senior Center (5-2), awarded a $28,500 sidewalk repair bid to Donaldson & Sons, and authorized a $42,668 purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet pickup truck. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $25,523 for pedestrian crossing signals at Main & Maple and Main & Cherry (7-0)
• Approved mural sketch at Senior Center (5-2)
• Awarded $28,500 sidewalk repair bid to Donaldson & Sons (7-0)
• Approved $42,668 purchase of 2023 Chevrolet pickup truck (7-0)
• Approved Lois Kay Contracting extended hours for Main & Cherry work (7-0)
• Approved orientation process for elected and appointed board members (7-0)
• Approved rental of rear load garbage truck for leaf collection (7-0)
• Appointed Craig Miller to Planning Commission, term expiring 1/31/2025 (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting at Riverview Park to discuss old and new business, including pickleball court costs, a possible survey on updating the Playscape and Tucker Building, and a proposal for security cameras and Wi-Fi in Riverview Park. They will also consider fundraising ideas, by-law updates, and other park-related topics. The committee is a recommending body to City Council.

• Discuss pickle ball courts and committee findings on costs
• Discuss possible survey for park goers on updating/improving Playscape and Tucker Building
• Former member Dan Roman to propose plan for security cameras and Wi-Fi in Riverview Park
• Discuss corn hole tournament and other fundraising ideas
• Member Caron Sullivan topics: by-laws update, cafe lights on Main Street, reinstating Twilight Tuesdays, developing a social district

Flushing Planning Commission

The August 1, 2022 Flushing Planning Commission meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The agenda included a public hearing and new business items, but no decisions were made.

• Special Use Permit for home occupation (firearms maintenance/repair) at 532 Leland Street
• Site plan review for 532 Leland Street
• Site plan review for 1455 East Pierson Road (Vets Access)
• Zoning text amendments for front yard setbacks and dumpster enclosures
• Master Plan update

City of Flushing Election Commission

The City of Flushing Election Commission is meeting to conduct a public accuracy test of voting equipment, a routine procedural step before an election. The agenda contains only call to order, roll call, the accuracy test, and adjournment, with no other business items.

• Public accuracy test of voting equipment

The Flushing Election Commission conducted a public accuracy test on Precinct 1's voting equipment, and all results matched the predetermined chart with no anomalies. Commissioner Gray expressed concerns about the clerk/city manager's capability regarding PA 6691, but no formal action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Public accuracy test for Precinct 1 completed; results matched predetermined chart
• No anomalies noted with voting machine
• Commissioner Gray expressed concerns about clerk/city manager capability under PA 6691 (no action taken)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will consider the resignation of the city manager and the appointment of the assistant city manager/city clerk to that position. They will also discuss the feasibility of demolishing the Teen Canteen Building and relocating its activities, authorize a public hearing for the city's Master Plan, and consider several contracts and purchases, including a $64,024 roof replacement at City Hall and Police Department.

• Consider resignation of City Manager and appointment of Assistant City Manager/City Clerk to City Manager
• Discuss feasibility of demolishing Teen Canteen Building and relocating activities to Tucker Pool Building
• Authorize public hearing for proposed City of Flushing Master Plan
• Award roof and gutter replacement at City Hall and Police Department to B&B Construction for $64,024
• Purchase one 2022 Gravely zero turn mower for $13,887.08, waiving bid process

The Flushing City Council approved the demolition of the Teen Canteen building and authorized DPW to upgrade the former Tucker Pool Building to relocate Teen Canteen activities, with expenditures up to $5,000. The council also accepted City Manager Clarence Goodlein's resignation effective July 29, 2022, and appointed Michelle King as City Manager effective August 1, 2022. Other actions included authorizing a feasibility study for a DPW facility, approving a manhole inspection contract, and purchasing a new mower and roof replacement.

• Approved demolition of Teen Canteen and relocation to Tucker Pool Building, up to $5,000 (7-0)
• Accepted City Manager resignation and appointed Michelle King as City Manager (7-0)
• Authorized feasibility study for DPW facility at 606 North McKinley Road (7-0)
• Approved Rowe Professional Services manhole inspection contract (7-0)
• Approved sale of two 1999 John Deere mowers on BidCorp (7-0)
• Purchased 2022 Gravely mower for $13,887.08, waiving bid (7-0)
• Approved roof and gutter replacement at City Hall/Police for $64,024 (7-0)
• Purchased two radar traffic counters for $9,201, waiving bid (7-0)

City of Flushing Election Commission

The City of Flushing Election Commission is meeting to handle routine election administration business. They will consider approving the consent agenda, including the prior meeting minutes, receive an update on re-districting, and vote on resolutions for an absent voter counting board and the election inspector list.

• Consider approval of Resolution 2022-07-06a for an Absent Voter Counting Board
• Consider approval of the Election Inspector List
• Update on re-districting
• Approval of January 11, 2022 Election Commission minutes

The Flushing Election Commission unanimously approved a resolution establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards for the August 2, 2022 primary election, to convene at City Hall. They also approved the list of election inspectors for that primary, authorizing the City Clerk to make changes as needed. The consent agenda, including the meeting agenda and January 11, 2022 minutes, was approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-07-06a establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards (3-0)
• Approved Election Inspector List for Aug. 2 primary and authorized Clerk to make changes (3-0)

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a home occupation involving firearms and consumer electronics repair at 549 Luce Avenue. The commission will also review its by-laws, discuss the master plan, and receive memos on zoning text changes for dumpster enclosures and front yard setbacks.

• Public hearing and consideration of special use permit for home occupation at 549 Luce Avenue (firearms and consumer electronics repair)
• Review of Planning Commission By-Laws
• Discussion regarding Master Plan
• Receive memo from Rowe Engineering on zoning text change for dumpster enclosures
• Consider memo on Zoning Board of Appeals discussions about front yards and setbacks

The Flushing Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a home occupation at 549 Luce Avenue for firearms and consumer electronics repair, with conditions including no commercial ammunition manufacturing and no loud equipment. The site plan for the property was also approved. The commission directed the city planner to draft ordinance language for dumpster enclosures and front yard setback definitions.

• Approved special use permit for home occupation at 549 Luce Ave (4-1, Bois dissenting)
• Approved site plan for 549 Luce Ave (5-0)
• Directed city planner to draft ordinance language for dumpster enclosures (5-0)
• Directed city planner to draft sample language for front yard setbacks (5-0)
• Approved July 5, 2022 agenda with addition of by-laws review (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes (4-0, Wykes abstaining)

Flushing City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding noxious odors as a public nuisance. The meeting also includes discussions on street resurfacing contracts, fire department service agreements, and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on amending the City Code regarding noxious odors
• Bid from Lois Kay Contracting for Myrtle Street resurfacing ($120,828.52)
• Bid from Gross Construction of New Lothrup for Sledding Hill construction ($36,800)
• Agreement with MDOT for resurfacing East Main Street and Cherry Street
• Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Pick-up truck for Fire and Code Enforcement

The Flushing City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-02 adding Section 153.109(8) to the city code, which prohibits noxious odors detectable at property lines or after three formal complaints within 24 hours, effective July 3, 2022. The council also approved several road resurfacing projects, including East Main Street with MDOT funding, Myrtle Street, and a sledding hill construction bid, along with a fire cost recovery agreement with Fire Recovery USA.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-02 amending Chapter 153.109(8) on noxious odors (6-0)
• Approved resolution to amend FY 2021/2022 budget revenues and expenditures (6-0)
• Authorized Fire Recovery USA agreement for fire cost recovery services (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Rescinded fire cost recovery fees for apparatus, trucks, and equipment (6-0)
• Approved sale of 1996 Polaris ATV on BidCorp (6-0)
• Removed Dan Borgerding from Planning Commission for absences (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2023 Chevrolet pickup truck for Fire Department (6-0)
• Awarded $36,800 bid to Gross Construction for sledding hill (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing and considering a variance request from Caesar and Marcie Giacalone for a property at 483 N. Elms Road. The request seeks to exceed the 15-foot height limit for detached accessory buildings in R-1 districts under Zoning Ordinance 153.901(52)(e). The board will also consider approval of the April 20, 2022 minutes. No public comments were made at the start of the meeting.

• Public hearing on variance request for accessory building height at 483 N. Elms Road (Parcel 55-25-200-025)
• Applicant: Caesar & Marcie Giacalone
• Variance from Zoning Ordinance 153.901(52)(e) - 15-foot height limit for detached accessory buildings
• Approval of April 20, 2022 ZBA minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously denied a variance request from Caesar and Marci Giacalone to exceed the 15-foot height limit for a detached accessory building at 483 N. Elms Road. The board cited adequate open property, lack of unique hardship, and potential special privilege as reasons for denial. The decision was made after a public hearing where neighbors opposed the height.

• Approved June 7, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes with vote count addition (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied height variance for accessory building at 483 N. Elms Road (5-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including the cost of pickleball courts, improvement ideas and funding for the Playscape in Riverview Park, and a budget for City Council. The committee will also review funding opportunities from the Rowe Packet and discuss scavenger hunts. This is a recommending body to City Council, so decisions are advisory.

• Discuss Pickleball Courts and Committee Members Findings on Costs
• Discuss Playscape in Riverview Park - Improvement ideas and funding
• Review Funding Opportunities from the Rowe Packet
• Budget for City Council
• Discuss Parks and Recreation Informational Table on Kids Day at Summerfest

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to consider approval of the agenda and minutes, and to discuss the Master Plan in old business. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The meeting is open for public comment, with each speaker limited to five minutes.

• Consider approval of June 6, 2022 agenda
• Consider approval of May 2, 2022 minutes
• Consider pre-public hearing Master Plan

The Flushing Planning Commission voted unanimously to send the Pre-Public Hearing Master Plan Draft to the City Council with specific changes, including finishing a sentence in Table 7-2, removing action strategies from Table 8-1 regarding housing, updating the Future Land Use Map, and updating Table 11-1 with priorities. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and minutes, with no public hearings or new business.

• Approved June 6, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 2, 2022 minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved sending Master Plan Draft to City Council with changes (4-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022/2023 budget, including water and sewer rates and the property tax millage rate. The council will also consider resolutions to adopt the budget, water rates, sewer rates, and the fee schedule, as well as a lease agreement for 106 Elm Street and the sale of a property at 1549 Flushing Road for $81,500. Other items include a bid for asbestos removal, a ferric chloride purchase, and an ordinance amendment on noxious odors.

• Public hearing on FY 2022/2023 budget, water/sewer rates, and millage rate
• Proposed water rate: $8.70 per 1000 gallons; sewer rate: $5.25 per 1000 gallons
• Sale of 1549 Flushing Road to Ridgebury Properties, LLC for $81,500
• Three-year lease agreement for 106 Elm Street with Flushing Senior Citizens Center
• First reading of ordinance amendment on noxious odors (Chapter 153-109(8))

The Flushing City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2022/2023 budget, including a property tax millage rate of 12.3161 mills, and set water, sewer, and garbage collection fees. The council also approved a three-year lease for the senior center, authorized the sale of city property at 1549 Flushing Road for $81,500, and approved several other resolutions and purchases.

• Adopted FY 2022/2023 budget with 12.3161 mills levy (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2022/2023 water rates (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2022/2023 sewer rates (7-0)
• Adopted 2022/2023 fee schedule (7-0)
• Approved 3-year lease with Flushing Senior Citizens Center for 106 Elm Street (7-0)
• Confirmed sale of 1549 Flushing Road to Ridgebury Properties for $81,500 (7-0)
• Approved asbestos abatement bid of $20,570 for 127 N. Seymour Road (7-0)
• Approved purchase of ferric chloride for $5,607 (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review minutes from the April 5, 2022, meeting and discuss an informational table for Kids Day at Summerfest. Members will also receive updates on various city parks and trails.

• Welcome new member Caron Sullivan
• Discussion regarding a Parks and Recreation Informational Table on Kids Day at Summerfest
• Updates on Riverview Park, Bonnie View/Mutton Parks, Waterworks Park, Eastview Veteran's Memorial Park, River Road Park, and Cornwell Park
• Updates on Riverview Trail and Creekview Trail

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, and to hold a discussion on City Ordinance Chapter 153 (Zoning) and Section 109(8) as it relates to noxious odors and complaints. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The meeting is open for public comment, with each speaker limited to five minutes.

• Discussion of City Ordinance Chapter 153 (Zoning) and Section 109(8) regarding noxious odors and complaints
• Approval of May 2, 2022 agenda
• Approval of April 4, 2022 minutes

The Flushing Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve and recommend to City Council an amendment to City Ordinance 153, adding Section 153.109(8) regarding noxious odors. The meeting included no public comment, new business, or other substantive decisions.

• Approved May 2, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved and recommended to City Council amendment to Ordinance 153 adding Section 153.109(8) on noxious odors (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider three variance requests from Niman Shukairy, DDS, Flushing Family Dentistry, for property at 323 West Main Street. The requests seek to vary from waste receptacle, buffer zone, and greenbelt requirements. The meeting is open for viewing via Zoom, but no public comment will be taken.

• Variance from Section 153.121 to place waste receptacle and enclosure in front yard along Lynn Street
• Variance from Section 153.803 to eliminate required tree planting in Type A buffer due to limited buffer zone
• Variance from Section 153.807 to waive planted greenbelt along Lynn Street due to existing curb cuts and mature trees
• Property at 323 West Main Street, parcels 55-27-580-077 and 55-27-580-078
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Flushing City Council Workshop

The Flushing City Council is meeting for a workshop session focused on the 2022/2023 budget. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and a public comment period, but the primary item is the budget workshop. No specific budget figures or details are listed in the agenda.

• 2022/2023 Budget Workshop
• Public comment period (no comments taken, limited to 5 minutes per person)
• Meeting held via Zoom for viewing only

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold closed sessions for labor negotiations, litigation, and a personnel matter, then consider several resolutions and appointments. Key items include rejecting the Genesee County E-911 EMS agreement, starting hiring for a School Resource Officer and a replacement police officer, and confirming Steve Colosky as Police Chief. The council will also review offers for city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road and waive bidding for a fire department ATV.

• Resolution 2022-04-11a to reject Genesee County E-911 Dispatch Authority's EMS agreements
• Resolution 2022-04-11b to reaffirm Board of Review's Poverty Exemption Guidelines for 2022
• Authorization to begin hiring for School Resource Officer and replacement police officer
• Review offers for city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road (Parcel #55-36-200-020)
• Waiver of bid process for replacement ATV for Fire Department

The Flushing City Council approved the DPW Collective Bargaining Agreement (6-0, 1 abstention) and appointed Interim Chief Steve Colosky as Police Chief (7-0). The council also rejected exclusive EMS provider agreements, reaffirmed poverty exemption guidelines, and authorized hiring for a School Resource Officer and a replacement police officer.

• Approved DPW Collective Bargaining Agreement (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Steve Colosky as Police Chief (7-0)
• Rejected Genesee County E-911 Dispatch Authority exclusive EMS agreements (6-1)
• Reaffirmed Board of Review poverty exemption guidelines for 2022 (7-0)
• Authorized hiring process for School Resource Officer and replacement police officer (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved sale of city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road to Ridgebury Properties for $81,500 (7-0)
• Waived bid process for Fire Department ATV purchase (7-0)
• Awarded waste hauling bid to Waste Management (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review updates on several local parks and trails. The agenda includes reports on Riverview Park, Waterworks Park, and various trail projects.

• Updates on Riverview Park, Bonnie View/Mutton Parks, and Waterworks Park
• Reports on Eastview Veteran's Memorial Park and River Road Park
• Updates regarding Cornwell Park and park visibility
• Discussion of Riverview Trail and Creekview Trail
• Review of 2021 Movies in the Park

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to consider a site plan for a dumpster enclosure at 723/725 E Main Street and to receive the City of Flushing's 2023-2026 Capital Improvements Plan. The commission will also discuss a Master Plan update and approve minutes from the March 7, 2022 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Site plan request for dumpster enclosure at 723/725 E Main Street
• Receive and consider 2023-2026 Capital Improvements Plan
• Master Plan update discussion
• Approval of March 7, 2022 minutes
• Invitation to Rowe Professional Services 2022 Spring CES presentation

The Flushing Planning Commission approved the City's 2023-2026 Capital Improvements Plan and a site plan for a dumpster enclosure at 723/725 E. Main Street. It also made two changes to the Future Land Use Map as part of the Master Plan update, including rezoning a block to Central Business District and keeping McKinley Road north of Hamms Lane as Low Density Residential.

• Approved site plan for dumpster enclosure at 723/725 E. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 Capital Improvements Plan (6-0)
• Changed block from Main Street North to Elm Street and McKinley East to Beech Street to Central Business District (5-1)
• Left McKinley Road north of Hamms Lane as Low Density Residential (6-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold a public hearing and consider final adoption of an ordinance adding Chapter 122 to regulate mobile food vehicle vending, along with related fees. The council will also consider authorizing a $71,799.22 purchase of a Doosan portable generator, reviewing bids for demolition of a home at 127 N Seymour Road, and entering closed session to discuss litigation strategy in Barrett v City of Flushing.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of ordinance to add Chapter 122 - Mobile Food Vehicle Vending
• Resolution to add fees for permitting and inspection of mobile food vehicle vending conveyances
• Authorization to purchase one Doosan 125K Portable Electric Generator from Clark Equipment Company for $71,799.22
• Review bids and select vendor for demolition of structure at 127 N Seymour Road
• Closed session to consult attorney on trial/settlement strategy in Barrett v City of Flushing

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to elect officers, approve the February 7 minutes, and discuss old business including a site plan at 323 W. Main Street and the Master Plan. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom for viewing.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Planning Commission Representative to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Consider approval of February 7, 2022 Planning Commission Minutes
• Site Plan discussion for 323 W. Main Street
• Master Plan discussion

The Flushing Planning Commission approved the site plan for 323 W. Main Street, contingent on ZBA approval of variances for waste receptacle, buffer zones, and right-of-way trees. They also waived the prohibition on EFIS to ensure the new addition matches the existing building. Officers were elected, and the Master Plan discussion continued with updates to the Future Land Use Map and demographics chapter.

• Approved site plan for 323 W. Main Street, contingent on ZBA variances (6-0)
• Waived EFIS prohibition for cohesive addition at 323 W. Main Street (6-0)
• Elected Kraig Kuehnemund as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Nick Reitano as Vice Chairman (6-0)
• Appointed Greg Bois as ZBA representative (6-0)
• Approved March 7, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved February 7, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Excused Commissioner Borgerding from meeting (6-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from December 7, 2021, and hearing public comments. Under new business, the committee will consider a group to run the Teen Canteen, accept the resignation of Chair Brittany Smith, and appoint a new chair. The committee will also receive updates on several city parks and trails.

• Consider a group to run the Teen Canteen
• Consider resignation of Brittany Smith as Chair
• Appoint new Chair for Parks and Recreation Committee
• Updates on Riverview Park, Bonnie View/Mutton Parks, Waterworks Park, Eastview Veteran's Memorial Park, River Road Park, Cornwell Park
• Updates on Riverview Trail, Creekview Trail, and 2021 Movies in the Park

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to regulate food trucks, schedule a public hearing, and consider selling city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road. The agenda also includes a request to go into closed session for litigation strategy in Kroger v City of Flushing, and several consent agenda items including approvals for charitable solicitations and park use.

• First reading of ordinance to regulate food trucks, with public hearing and second reading scheduled
• Consider sale of city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road
• Closed session for litigation strategy in Kroger v City of Flushing
• Approval of 2022/2023 fiscal year budget calendar
• Re-affirmation of oaths for police officers

The Flushing City Council approved the sale of city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road through Lucy Ham Group Realty. Council also approved the first reading of an ordinance to regulate food trucks, scheduling a public hearing and second reading for March 14, 2022. The council authorized the McKone Law Firm to negotiate a possible settlement with Kroger Grocery and Gas, with Mayor Karlichek voting against. The consent agenda, including various reports and event requests, was approved unanimously.

• Approved sale of city-owned property at 1549 Flushing Road through Lucy Ham Group Realty
• Approved first reading of an ordinance to regulate food trucks, with public hearing and second reading set for March 14, 2022
• Authorized McKone Law Firm to negotiate a possible settlement with Kroger Grocery and Gas (6-1, Karlichek opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02-14a naming Mayor Karlichek and Deputy Clerk Erin Jones as signers for Woodland Ponds and Winters Eve closing documents
• Approved Resolution 2022-02-14b appointing Jeff Clark as Act 51 Street Administrator
• Approved 2022/2023 Fiscal Year Budget Calendar as presented by the City Manager
• Approved consent agenda including January 2022 minutes, bills, and reports, plus multiple event and solicitation requests
• Approved agenda with addition of item 15A and changes to Resolution 2022-02-14 in 12A

Flushing Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan review for Flushing Family Dental at 319 West Main Street. The meeting also includes discussion on a proposed food truck ordinance and an update on the Master Plan.

• Site Plan Review for 319 West Main Street (Flushing Family Dental)
• Proposed Food Truck Ordinance
• Master Plan Update and Discussion

The Flushing Planning Commission voted unanimously to send the proposed Food Truck Ordinance to City Council with a recommendation for passage. The commission also postponed a decision on the site plan for 319 West Main Street (Flushing Family Dental) until a representative can attend to answer questions. A work session was scheduled for February 23, 2022 to update new members on the Master Plan.

• Approved sending Food Truck Ordinance to City Council with recommendation for passage (6-0)
• Postponed decision on Site Plan for 319 West Main Street until representative attends (6-0)
• Approved agenda for February 7, 2022 as presented (6-0)
• Approved January 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Excused Commissioner Borgerding from the meeting (6-0)
• Scheduled Master Plan work session for February 23, 2022

City of Flushing Election Commission

The City of Flushing Election Commission is meeting to consider final approval of a re-districting/re-precincting map, contingent on City Council approval the prior day. They will also hear a report on city actions regarding moving City Council elections to even-year November elections. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Final approval of re-districting/re-precincting map (contingent on City Council approval Jan 10, 2022)
• Report on city actions to move City Council elections to even-year November elections
• Approval of January 11, 2022 agenda
• Approval of December 22, 2021 minutes

The Flushing Election Commission unanimously approved the final redistricting/re-precincting map, contingent on City Council's approval on January 10, 2022. The commission also reported that City Council voted to move city elections to even-year November elections, extending council terms by one year, with the next election in November 2024.

• Approved final redistricting/re-precincting map (2-0)
• Directed City Clerk to implement new districts and precincts by August 2022 primary
• Noted City Council decision to move elections to even-year November elections

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on moving city elections to even-numbered years and on redrawing election precincts based on the 2020 Census. The council will also hear the 2020-2021 audit report, consider budget amendments, and act on several appointments and property sales.

• Public hearing and resolution to move city council elections to even-year November elections starting in 2024
• Public hearing and resolution on re-districting and re-precincting city election boundaries
• Consider 2021-2022 budget amendments
• Consider approval to issue RFP for solid waste and recycling collections
• Consider appointment of police officers Scott Matske and Eric Earns to Police Sergeant

The Flushing City Council voted 6-0 to move city elections to even-year November elections beginning in 2024, extending several council terms. The council also approved the 2021 audit, budget amendments, two property sales, and a 9-1-1 dispatch analysis. All votes were unanimous except the sale of parcel #55-34-532-067, which passed 4-2.

• Approved moving city elections to even years starting 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2021 annual audit as presented (6-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 budget amendments (6-0)
• Approved sale of parcel #55-34-532-067 to Paul and Laura Vert for $2,000 (4-2)
• Approved sale of parcel #55-25-200-058 to Mazen Najjar and Hana Sankari for $85,000 (6-0)
• Authorized RFP for solid waste and recycling collections (6-0)
• Approved re-districting and re-precincting map (6-0)
• Approved emergency sewer repair expenditure of $6,290 (6-0)

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to review a site plan for 1456 Pierson Road and discuss an update to the Master Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing and a public comment period. No other substantive items are listed.

• Site Plan Review - 1456 Pierson Road
• Master Plan Update
• Public hearing and public comment period

The Flushing Planning Commission approved a site plan for an addition to Bois Insurance Agency at 1456 Pierson Road, with a 4-0 vote and one abstention. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and excused two absent commissioners. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved site plan for Bois Insurance Agency addition at 1456 Pierson Road (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 3, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused Commissioners Gray and Reitano from the meeting (5-0)