Flushing public meetings in 2023

City of Flushing Election Commission

The Flushing City Election Commission is meeting to consider two resolutions: one establishing an Absent Voter Counting Board and another for 9-day early voting. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and the meeting agenda itself. No other substantive business is listed.

• Resolution 2023-12-19a: Absent Voter Counting Board
• Resolution 2023-12-19b: 9 Day Early Voting
• Approval of October 13, 2022 Election Commission Minutes
• Approval of November 01, 2022 Public Accuracy Minutes

The Flushing Election Commission unanimously approved two resolutions for the February 27, 2024 election: establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards and a nine-day early voting precinct at City Hall. All appointments will follow standard precinct assignment procedures.

• Approved Resolution 2023-12-19a establishing two Absent Voter Counting Boards for Feb. 27, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12-19b establishing a nine-day early voting precinct at City Hall (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting agenda, Oct. 13, 2022 minutes, and Nov. 1, 2022 Public Accuracy minutes (3-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider several administrative and policy items, including a water and sewer rate analysis update, a resolution to adopt Industrial Drive into the city's public road system, and contracts with Johnson Controls and Rowe Professional Services. The agenda also includes a presentation on veteran's services, a consent agenda with routine reports, and a request to consider a no parking violation and fine ordinance. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Request for approval to conduct a water and sewer rate analysis update
• Resolution to adopt Industrial Drive into the city's public road system
• Memorandum of Understanding with Johnson Controls
• Contract with Rowe Professional Services
• No parking violation and fine ordinance

The Flushing City Council unanimously approved several actions, including a $23,000 water and wastewater rate analysis update, adoption of Industrial Drive into the city's public road system, and a $7,600 contract for a new drawing of Cole Creek property. The council also authorized a $3,000 reimbursement to the city manager for a CPM program and entered into a memorandum of understanding with Johnson Controls for sustainable infrastructure improvements. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $23,000 water and wastewater rate analysis update with Utility Financial Solutions (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-12-11 to add Industrial Drive to the city's public road system (7-0)
• Authorized $3,000 reimbursement to city manager for CPM program (7-0)
• Entered into memorandum of understanding with Johnson Controls for sustainable infrastructure improvements (7-0)
• Approved $7,600 contract with Rowe Professional Services for Cole Creek property drawing and legal description (7-0)
• Approved 2024 calendars for City Council, Planning Commission, and Parks and Recreation Committee (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including November 2023 minutes, bills, and reports (7-0)
• Set first reading of no overnight parking ordinance with public hearing on January 8, 2024 (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including the Candle Walk prize giveaway, a 60th anniversary tour of parks idea, a basketball court in Mutton Park, by-law changes, Arbor Day plans, and recruiting new board members and volunteers. The committee is a recommending body to City Council and will also hear public comments. The meeting is held via Zoom for viewing only.

• Discuss Candle walk Prize Giveaway and schedule
• Discuss 60th Anniversary Tour of Parks Idea
• Discuss Basketball Court in Mutton Park
• Discuss By-Law Changes/Revisions
• Recruiting New Board Members and Volunteers

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and to hold a public hearing. The main substantive items are discussions on the proposed zoning ordinance structure and site plan, special land use, and nonconformities, as well as updates from the Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council.

• Public hearing
• Discussion of proposed zoning ordinance structure
• Discussion of site plan, special land use, nonconformities
• Zoning Board of Appeals updates
• City Council updates

The Flushing Planning Commission held a regular meeting with all seven members present. They approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. The main discussion focused on proposed changes to the zoning ordinance, specifically Article 6 (Site Plan Review), Article 7 (Special Use Permits), and Article 10 (Nonconforming Uses). No formal decisions were made on these items; they were discussed only.

• Approved December 4, 2023 agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 6, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Discussed proposed zoning ordinance structure (no vote taken)
• Discussed Article 6 Site Plan Review, Article 7 Special Use Permits, Article 10 Nonconforming Uses (no vote taken)
• Noted Zoning Board of Appeals decisions: 226 E. Main St. sign change approved, 483 N. Elms Rd. pole barn denied
• Discussed City Council update on District Court closure (no action taken)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a variance request from Caesar Giacalone for a property at 483 N. Elms Road. The request seeks relief from the city's zoning ordinance limiting detached accessory buildings to one story or 15 feet in height. The board will also hold a public hearing on the matter and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Public hearing on variance request for 483 N. Elms Road (parcel 55-25-200-025) from zoning ordinance 153.901(52)(e) limiting accessory building height to 15 feet
• Applicant/owner: Caesar Giacalone
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-1 to deny Caesar Giacalone's request for a variance to build a detached accessory building exceeding 15 feet in height at 483 N. Elms Road. The board found that none of the five required standards for a variance could be met, citing the property's large lot size, lack of unique conditions, and that approval would confer a special privilege not enjoyed by other R-1 district owners. The denial was based on the conclusion that strict enforcement would not cause undue hardship and that the variance would be contrary to the spirit and intent of the ordinance.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved November 15, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Denied variance request for accessory building height at 483 N. Elms Road (4-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a sign variance request for the Marathon property at 226 E. Main Street. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting, and open the floor to public comment.

• Public hearing on Marathon sign variance request at 226 E. Main Street (parcel 55-27-580-042)
• Application for variance for 226 E. Main Street
• Rowe Engineering packet for 226 E. Main Street
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2023

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance for Marathon Flint Oil Company to replace a non-conforming pole sign with a digital static price sign at 226 E. Main Street. The board found that strict enforcement of the monument sign ordinance would cause undue hardship due to the corner lot's unique sight-line constraints. The variance does not change the sign's size or footprint.

• Approved variance for Marathon sign at 226 E. Main St. (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved November 15, 2023 agenda (5-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold public hearings on the Recreation Master Plan and CDBG projects, and discuss allocating ARPA funds, a possible poker room, and relocating GD District Courts. The council will also consider bids for an epoxy floor in City Hall and a request to sell a parcel on Seymour Road. Most other agenda items are routine approvals and reports.

• Public hearing on Recreation Master Plan
• Public hearing on CDBG projects
• Discussion to allocate ARPA funds
• Discussion to consider poker room
• Bids for epoxy floor in City Hall basement

The council approved the allocation of $958,910 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for sewer lining, storm sewer mapping, WWTP overages, and meter replacements. A request for a poker room at the Flushing Masonic Temple failed on a 3-3 tie. The council also adopted the 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and authorized submission of a CDBG pre-application for various projects.

• Approved $958,910 ARPA fund allocation for sewer, storm sewer, WWTP, and meter projects (6-0)
• Denied poker room request at Flushing Masonic Temple (3-3 tie, motion failed)
• Adopted resolution to oppose county's decision on shuttering Flushing City Court House (6-0)
• Approved sale of Parcel E on Seymour Road to Laci Beltz for $1,428 (6-0)
• Approved MDOT contract for Main Street Road project planning and construction (6-0)
• Approved CDBG pre-application submission for 2025-2027 with project list (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved $23,500 epoxy floor coating in City Hall basement (6-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss park updates and new business, including a proposed shade sail system for the Riverview Bandshell and an Arbor Day celebration tied to Tree City USA designation. The committee will also hear reports on various parks, trails, and subcommittees, and consider recruiting new members and volunteers.

• Riverview Bandshell Shade Sail System discussion
• Arbor Day Celebration - Tree City USA Designation
• Shelters in Riverview Park update
• Harvest Fest and Candle Walk raffle items update
• By-Laws update

Flushing Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the City of Flushing Table of Use Requirements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2024 meeting schedule and updates from the Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council.

• Review of City of Flushing Table of Use Requirements (Clean version)
• Review of City of Flushing Table of Use Requirements (Mark Up2 version)
• Discussion of 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
• Zoning Board of Appeals updates
• City Council updates

The Flushing Planning Commission met on November 6, 2023, with all seven members present. The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the October 2, 2023 minutes, and the 2024 Planning Commission meeting schedule. No public hearings or substantive new business items were discussed; the meeting was primarily procedural.

• Approved the November 6, 2023 agenda (7-0)
• Approved the October 2, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved the 2024 Planning Commission meeting schedule (7-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider a public hearing on a proposed ordinance prohibiting games of chance, a franchise agreement with WOW! for video services, and a contract to demolish 335 W. River Road. They will also vote on consent agenda items including minutes, bills, and reports, and discuss the sale of city property and equipment.

• Public hearing on ordinance to prohibit games of chance
• Request to enter into Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement with WOW!
• Contract with SP Powells Sand and Soil to demolish 335 W. River Road
• Sale of Parcel E on Seymour Road
• Purchase of wood for re-decking trail bridge connecting Flushing Trail to County Park

The Flushing City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 132 of the City Code to prohibit games of chance, with a vote of 5-2. The council also approved the sale of a Seymour Road parcel for $1,428, a uniform video service franchise agreement with WOW!, and the purchase of lumber for trail bridge re-decking at a cost of $30,000. All other consent agenda items and bids were approved unanimously.

• Approved second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 132 (games of chance prohibited) (5-2)
• Approved sale of Parcel E Seymour Road to Laci Beltz for $1,428 (7-0)
• Approved entering into Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement with WOW! at 5% franchise and ½% PEG fees (7-0)
• Approved purchase of lumber from Iverson’s Lumber for trail bridge re-decking, $30,000 (7-0)
• Approved contract with SP Powell’s Sand and Soil to demolish 335 W. River Road, $13,589 (7-0)
• Approved DPW to sell 1995 John Deere mower and snow blower on Bidcorp.com (7-0)
• Appointed Mr. Dolgan to Parks and Recreation Committee, term expiring 1/31/2027 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and reports for September 2023 (7-0)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including Harvest Fest, a Spark Grant update, and shelters in Riverview Park. They will also hear updates on various parks and trails, and discuss recruiting new board members and volunteers. The meeting is open for public comment, with each speaker limited to five minutes.

• Discuss Harvest Fest and scarecrow for the event
• Spark Grant update
• Shelters in Riverview Park, with a possible November meeting
• Raffle items for Candle Walk and the raffle
• Recruiting new board members and volunteers

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and to receive a transmittal memo on 2023 building permits. The commission will also discuss a markup of residential zoning regulations (listed as 'Residential TOUR Mark Up') and receive updates from the Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Transmittal memo of 2023 building permits
• Residential TOUR Mark Up discussion
• Zoning Board of Appeals updates
• City Council updates
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The Flushing Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 2, 2023, with all members present except Craig Miller, who was excused. The commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and discussed a residential zoning table markup (Article 12/13) but took no votes on new or old business. No public hearings were held.

• Excused Craig Miller from the meeting (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved the minutes of August 7, 2023 (6-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals, a public hearing on allowing emergency maintenance vehicles on park trails, and several bids and purchases including tree removal, playground equipment, and turnout gear. They will also discuss amendments to the non-motorized trailway ordinance and the gambling/gaming ordinance.

• Public hearing on emergency maintenance vehicles on park trails
• Second reading and adoption of non-motorized trailway ordinance amendment
• Discussion on gambling/gaming ordinance amendment
• Bid awards for tree removal services, playground replacement equipment, and turnout gear
• Request to sell 1999 plow truck

The Flushing City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including tree removal services on Bellewood, playground equipment for Eastview Park, and fire department turnout gear. The council also adopted an ordinance amendment allowing emergency and maintenance vehicles on non-motorized trailways, and approved the sale of a 1999 plow truck via auction. All votes were unanimous except for a 6-1 vote on the first reading of a gambling ordinance amendment.

• Approved JB's Tree Service for removal of 29 trees on Bellewood (7-0)
• Approved J.C. Walker & Sons for playground equipment at Eastview Park (7-0)
• Approved Macqueen Emergency for fire turnout gear at $15,235.98 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amendment allowing emergency/maintenance vehicles on non-motorized trailways (7-0)
• Approved first reading of gambling ordinance amendment with changes (6-1)
• Approved sale of 1999 plow truck via auction on BidCorp.com (7-0)
• Approved rental inspection fees resolution (7-0)
• Approved agreement for GAIN grant and Flock cameras with Genesee County (7-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including a public hearing on the proposed Rental Property Inspection Ordinance, which would adopt the International Property Maintenance Code. The council will also discuss several contracts, property sales, and equipment purchases, along with routine consent agenda items. The meeting includes a proclamation for a 30-year employee and a visit from a state representative.

• Public hearing on Rental Property Inspection Ordinance (International Property Maintenance Code)
• Request to approve sale of portion of 725 E Main St
• Request to resurface and enclose Bonnie View Park basketball courts
• Request to purchase 5 Stalker 2 police patrol radars
• Request to consider five-year agreement with AT&T

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting on August 7, 2023, with no public hearings scheduled. The agenda consists of routine items: approving the agenda and June minutes, receiving communications about 424 W Main Street, considering excusing two members, and receiving updates on the property maintenance ordinance and zoning ordinance review. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom for viewing only.

• No public hearings scheduled
• Communication regarding 424 W Main Street
• Consider excusing Kraig Kuehnemund and Jonathan Smith from the meeting
• Update on Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Information regarding Zoning Ordinance Review

The Flushing Planning Commission held a regular meeting on August 7, 2023, with five members present. They approved the agenda and the minutes from June 5, 2023, both by 5-0 votes. Commissioners Kraig Kuehnemund and Jonathan Smith were excused from the meeting by a 5-0 vote. The commission also reviewed updates on the property maintenance ordinance and zoning ordinance structure, but took no action on those items.

• Approved the August 7, 2023 agenda as presented (5-0).
• Approved the minutes of June 5, 2023 as presented (5-0).
• Excused Commissioners Kraig Kuehnemund and Jonathan Smith from the August 7, 2023 meeting (5-0).
• No action required on transmittal of information regarding 424 W Main Street.
• No action required on update regarding the Property Maintenance Ordinance.
• Reviewed recommendations on zoning ordinance articles 6-3 through 6-6, 6-9, 6-11 through 6-14, and 7-1 through 7-4; discussed zoning districts pages.

Flushing City Council Special Meeting

The Flushing City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution to sell the property at 368 W. River Rd. to James Molyneux and Amy Paschack. The agenda includes a public hearing and public comment period, but no other substantive items are listed.

• Resolution to sell 368 W. River Rd. to James Molyneux and Amy Paschack

The Flushing City Council held a special meeting on July 24, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote (6-0) to approve the sale of city-owned property at 368 West River Road to James Molyneux and Amy Paschack for $191,000. No public comments were made, and no other business was discussed. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 a.m.

• Approved sale of 368 West River Road to James Molyneux and Amy Paschack for $191,000 (6-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council approved several purchases and administrative items, including a traffic control order, a MERS administrative services agreement, and allocation of funds from the sale of 368 W. River Rd. into the general fund (6-1). The council also advanced a rental property inspection ordinance to a second reading and public hearing on August 14, 2023, and authorized the sale of a 0.09-acre city-owned parcel. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved traffic control order #65 on South McKinley Road (7-0)
• Approved MERS administrative services agreement for hybrid plan (7-0)
• Allocated funds from sale of 368 W. River Rd. to general fund (6-1)
• Authorized advertising for sale of 0.09-acre city-owned parcel (7-0)
• Approved demolition order for dangerous building, set date by August 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $12,450 for upgraded cameras at wastewater treatment plant (7-0)
• Approved $20,074 for two Teledyne ISCO samplers for WWTP (7-0)
• Advanced rental property inspection ordinance to second reading and public hearing on August 14, 2023 (7-0)

Flushing City Council Special Meeting

The Flushing City Council is holding a special meeting to consider offers for the property at 368 W. River Rd. The agenda includes a public hearing and a review of the offers, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review and consider offers for 368 W. River Rd.
• Public hearing
• Meeting open to the public for comments (5-minute limit)

The Flushing City Council voted 7-0 to accept Offer #7 for the property at 368 W. River Rd. The resolution will be held for public inspection for 25 days, with final adoption and sale scheduled for a special meeting on July 24, 2023.

• Accepted Offer #7 for 368 W. River Rd. (7-0)
• Directed City Clerk to hold resolution for 25-day public inspection
• Scheduled special meeting for July 24, 2023 to consider final adoption

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine approvals and reports, plus several notable items including a contract with MDOT for West Main St., budget amendments, 2024 road project funding, a resolution of support for a DNR Spark Grant, and a bid for a realtor to sell 368 W River Rd. They will also discuss a rental property inspection ordinance and may enter closed session.

• Resolution approving contract with MDOT for West Main St.
• Budget amendments FY2022-2023
• Resolution for 2024 road project funding
• Resolution of support for Michigan DNR Spark Grant application
• Bid for realtor to represent city for sale of 368 W River Rd

The council unanimously approved a $31,340 agreement with MDOT for preliminary engineering on West Main Street reconstruction from Seymour Road to the Flint River Bridge, with the city contributing $7,835. They also approved budget amendments for FY2022-2023, a resolution supporting a $250,000 MDOT grant for road projects on Clearview Drive and Mill Street, and a resolution supporting a DNR Spark Grant to replace the Riverview Park playground and add pickleball courts. Other actions included setting a public hearing for a dangerous building at 335 W. River Road, approving a contract for a fire/EMS software program, authorizing the sale of 368 W. River Road, and contracting for a Phase II environmental assessment at 130 Maple Street.

• Approved $31,340 MDOT contract for West Main St. preliminary engineering (7-0)
• Approved FY2022-2023 budget amendments (7-0)
• Approved resolution for $250,000 MDOT road project funding for Clearview Drive and Mill Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting DNR Spark Grant for Riverview Park playground and pickleball courts (7-0)
• Set public hearing for dangerous building at 335 W. River Road for July 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Locality Media for First Due fire/EMS program (7-0)
• Approved buy/sell agreement with Lucy Ham Reality for sale of 368 W. River Road (7-0)
• Approved contract with AKT Peerless for Phase II environmental assessment at 130 Maple Street (7-0)

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and to receive communications about LaFontaine parking lot alterations and a property inspection ordinance. They will also discuss nonconformities, a table of uses for residential and commercial zones, and updates from the Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council. A public hearing and public comment period are scheduled.

• Public hearing and public comment period
• Communication on LaFontaine parking lot alterations
• Communication on property inspection ordinance
• Discussion of nonconformities and admin/enforcement
• Discussion of table of uses for residential and commercial zones

The Flushing Planning Commission held a regular meeting on June 5, 2023, with all members present except Jonathan Smith. The commission approved the June 5 agenda (with an addition of item 9b) and the May 1, 2023 minutes, both by 6-0 votes. Three residents spoke during public comment regarding the LaFontaine parking lot alterations. No substantive decisions were made on new or old business items; the commission discussed future follow-ups on vehicle charging stations, doggy day care centers, and evening personal service hours, and agreed to review penalty options with the city attorney.

• Approved June 5, 2023 agenda with addition of item 9b (6-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 minutes as presented (6-0)
• Excused Jonathan Smith from May 1 and June 5 meetings (motion, no vote recorded)
• Heard public comments from three residents on LaFontaine parking lot alterations
• Discussed future follow-up on vehicle charging stations, doggy day care, and evening personal service hours
• Agreed to review Sec 153.1307 penalties with City Attorney Matt McKone

Flushing City Council Special Meeting

The Flushing City Council is holding a public hearing on a special assessment roll for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for the city. Residents have submitted letters both in favor of and opposed to the EMS assessment, and the council will also consider resolutions to confirm the assessment roll and the 2023-2024 budget. The meeting is open to public comment, with each speaker limited to five minutes.

• Public hearing on EMS special assessment roll; objections must be filed in writing with the City Clerk before hearing close
• Letters for and against EMS from residents at addresses including 106 Riverview Blvd., 310 Chamberlain St., 417 Chestnut, and others
• Resolution to confirm the special assessment roll and order collection through a warrant
• Resolution for the 2023-2024 budget
• Letters from Councilmembers Sullivan and Johnson

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council approved four resolutions to create a special assessment district for Emergency Medical Services, with an estimated annual cost of $507,953 to be levied on all taxable property in the city. The council also adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget, set garbage fees at $277 per single residential unit, and approved new water and sewer rates effective July 1, 2023. Several residents spoke both for and against the EMS millage during public comment periods.

• Approved four resolutions establishing a special assessment district for Emergency Medical Services at $507,953 per year, with votes of 5-1-1 and 6-0-1 (Miller opposed, Smith abstaining on some).
• Adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget with a 5-1-1 vote (Miller opposed, Smith abstaining).
• Set residential garbage collection fee at $277 per year ($219 garbage, $58 brush/chipping) for single units.
• Approved water rates for FY 2023-2024, including $9.15 per 1,000 gallons and $72 ready-to-use fee for 0.75-inch meter.
• Approved sewer rates for FY 2023-2024, including $5.40 per 1,000 gallons and $159.17 sewer-only charge.
• Authorized sale of city-owned property at 368 W River Road and acceptance of RFP from local real estate firms.
• Approved $29,000 engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for Birchwood Lift Station evaluation.
• Authorized police to meet with Flock Safety for ALPR cameras and transfer an officer to the Genesee Auto Theft Investigation Network.

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss a range of park-related topics, including upcoming events like Twilight Tuesdays and Kid's Day at Summerfest, as well as park improvements such as shelters in Riverview Park and pickleball support letters. The committee will also consider a resignation, proposed fundraising events, and park assignments. This is a recommending body to City Council, so items discussed are recommendations, not final decisions.

• Discuss Main Street Topics - Twilight Tuesdays
• Trail of Terror Resources Day May 9th at 6:30pm
• Kid's Day at Summerfest attendance
• Discuss Shelters in Riverview Park
• Royaa Sottani Resignation

Flushing Planning Commission, City Council, Zoning Board of Appeals Joint Meeting

The Flushing Planning Commission, City Council, and Zoning Board of Appeals are holding a joint meeting. The main item is a presentation by Jason Ball of Rowe Professional Services covering the project timeline, basic zoning training, zoning ordinance structure, and a discussion of likes and dislikes. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of the agenda and minutes, and general discussion.

• Presentation by Jason Ball (Rowe Professional Services) on zoning training and ordinance structure
• Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per person
• Approval of agenda for May 1, 2023
• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2023 meeting
• Correspondence: Invitation to Rowe PSC Spring 2023 Continuing Education Series

The Flushing Planning Commission, City Council, and Zoning Board of Appeals held a joint meeting on May 1, 2023. The main item was a presentation by Jason Ball of Rowe Professional Services on the City of Flushing Zoning Ordinance Update, covering the project timeline, basic zoning training, ordinance structure, and a public forum for questions. The commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and excused the absence of Nicholas Reitano, all by 5-0 votes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Excused absence of Nicholas Reitano (5-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 minutes as presented (5-0)
• Received zoning ordinance update presentation from Rowe Professional Services (informational only)

Flushing City Council Workshop

The Flushing City Council held a budget workshop where department heads presented their projected projects, costs, and potential funding sources. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions were made during the workshop.

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will hold public hearings and consider updates to the purchasing and vaping ordinances, along with several other items. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation strategy in Barrett v City of Flushing. Other business includes consent agenda approvals, bid awards, and appointments.

• Public hearing on updated Purchasing Policy
• Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting sale of tobacco, nicotine, and vaping products to minors
• Closed session for litigation strategy in Barrett v City of Flushing
• Consider sewer lining bids and 2023 police vehicle purchase
• Consider request to purchase ferric chloride and hoist for DPW

The Flushing City Council approved second reading and adoption of two ordinances: a Purchasing Policy Ordinance (2023-01) and an ordinance regarding tobacco/vaping products to minors (2023-02), both 6-0. The council also awarded a sewer lining project to SAK for up to $240,000 using ARPA funds, approved a $23,400 design engineering contract for street improvements, and authorized a $40,834 police vehicle purchase. A request from the Chamber to add a beer tent to Summerfest 2023 was approved 5-1, with the city reserving the right to charge back police costs up to $2,500.

• Approved second reading and adoption of Purchasing Policy Ordinance 2023-01 (6-0)
• Approved second reading and adoption of Vaping/Tobacco Ordinance 2023-02 (6-0)
• Awarded sewer lining project to SAK, up to $240,000, funded by ARPA (6-0)
• Approved $23,400 design engineering contract for Clearview Street and South Cherry improvements (6-0)
• Approved $40,834 for a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle from Equipment Fund (6-0)
• Approved $46,465.88 for a hoist for the DPW garage (6-0)
• Approved Chamber request to add beer tent to Summerfest 2023, with potential police cost chargeback up to $2,500 (5-1)
• Approved $20,000 professional services agreement with Rowe Professional Services for Recreation Master Plan update, cost shared with schools and township (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider two variance requests: one from Trackside Cafe at 424 W. Emily Street for a sign variance, and one from Active Adult Day Health at 1547/1537 E. Pierson Road for a use variance. The board will also elect officers and consider approval of the June 7, 2022 minutes.

• Public hearing: Trackside Cafe sign variance request, 424 W. Emily Street, parcel 55-27-580-243, Ordinance 156.14(1)
• Public hearing: Use variance request for 1547/1537 E. Pierson Road, parcel 55-25-576-093, Ordinance 153.312
• Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Consider approval of June 7, 2022 ZBA minutes

The Flushing Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to grant a sign variance to Trackside Cafe at 424 Emily Street and a use variance to Active Adult Day Health at 1547/1537 E. Pierson Road. Both motions passed 5-0. The board also elected John Zintsmaster as Chair and George Kozan as Vice-Chair, and approved the June 7, 2022 minutes with one abstention.

• Approved sign variance for Trackside Cafe at 424 Emily Street (5-0)
• Approved use variance for Active Adult Day Health at 1547/1537 E. Pierson Road (5-0)
• Elected John Zintsmaster as Chair of ZBA (5-0)
• Elected George Kozan as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Approved June 7, 2022 ZBA minutes (4-0-1, Riddle abstained)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including updates on the Tucker Pool Building renovations, the budget, and safety concerns at park shelters. They will also consider approving the minutes from March 7, 2022, and hear public comments. The committee is a recommending body to the City Council.

• Update on Tucker Pool Building Renovations
• Update on the Budget
• Discuss Shelters and Growing Safety Concerns
• Discuss Scavenger Hunts and Locations
• Confirm Date for Trail of Terror Resources, Inventory and Inspection

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to consider routine items including approval of minutes, excusing a member's absence, and reviewing the 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Capital Improvements Plan. They will also discuss scheduling a kickoff meeting for the zoning ordinance review and other administrative matters. The meeting is open to the public for comments.

• Review of 2023/2024 FY Capital Improvements Plan
• Zoning Code (Ordinance) Review
• Consider excusing Andrew Wykes from March meeting
• Schedule kickoff meeting for zoning ordinance
• Request for building inspector to attend two meetings a year

The Flushing Planning Commission voted unanimously to receive and file the 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Capital Improvements Plan. They also scheduled a joint kickoff meeting on May 1, 2023, with the Zoning Board of Appeals and City Council to review the zoning ordinance project scope and conduct training. Other actions included excusing absences and requesting the building inspector attend two meetings per year.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 minutes as presented (6-0)
• Excused Andrew Wykes from March 6, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Received and filed 2023/2024 FY Capital Improvements Plan (6-0)
• Scheduled zoning ordinance kickoff meeting for May 1, 2023 at 6:30 pm (6-0)
• Requested building inspector attend two Planning Commission meetings per year (6-0)
• Excused Jonathan Smith from April 3, 2023 meeting (6-0)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council will meet to consider several recommendations, including agreements for planning and zoning services, an updated credit card policy, EMS response times, and purchases of a police vehicle and street sweeper. They will also discuss updates to the purchasing, vaping, and rental inspection ordinances, and make appointments to vacancies. The agenda includes consent items such as approving February bills and reports, and requests for special events.

• Consider agreements with Rowe for planning and zoning professional services and zoning ordinance update
• Consider updated credit card policy and purchasing ordinance
• Consider vaping ordinance and update on rental inspection ordinance
• Bid awards for police non-patrol vehicle and street sweeper
• Approve Flushing Lions Club car show and St. Robert Bellarmine street closure for car show

The Flushing City Council voted unanimously to begin the process of an EMS special assessment, directing city administration to hold town hall meetings and a public hearing before budget consideration. The council also approved professional services agreements with Rowe Professional Services for planning, zoning, and a zoning ordinance update, as well as the purchase of a police non-patrol vehicle (up to $25,000) and a 2017 street sweeper ($150,000 with $25,000 trade-in). First readings were approved for an updated purchasing ordinance and a new ordinance prohibiting tobacco, nicotine, and vapor product sales to minors, with public hearings set for April 10, 2023.

• Approved: Initiate EMS special assessment process with town hall meetings and a May public hearing (7-0).
• Approved: Professional Services Agreement with Rowe Professional Services for planning and zoning work (7-0).
• Approved: Professional Services Agreement with Rowe Professional Services for zoning ordinance update (7-0).
• Approved: Updated Purchase (Credit) Card Policy (7-0).
• Approved: Purchase of police non-patrol vehicle, not to exceed $25,000 (7-0).
• Approved: Purchase of 2017 M4 Four Wheel Street Sweeper for $150,000 with $25,000 trade-in (7-0).
• Approved: First reading of ordinance to amend the Purchasing Ordinance; public hearing set for April 10, 2023 (7-0).
• Approved: First reading of ordinance to prohibit tobacco, nicotine, and vapor product sales to minors; public hearing set for April 10, 2023 (7-0).

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including updates on Main Street events, Trail of Terror resources, the budget workshop, and a possible sub-committee for the Parks and Rec Master Plan. The committee will also hear reports on various parks and trails. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Discuss forming a sub-committee for the Parks and Rec Master Plan
• Discuss shelters and growing safety issues
• Update on the Budget Workshop from City Manager
• Discuss visibility events for Spring and Summer
• Riverview Park Brick Donations

Flushing Planning Commission

The Flushing Planning Commission is meeting to elect officers, approve the agenda and minutes, and take public comments. No substantive zoning or development items are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Ex Officio Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approval of March 6, 2023 agenda
• Approval of November 7, 2023 Planning Commission minutes
• Public hearing and open public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

The Flushing Planning Commission held a regular meeting on March 6, 2023, with all five members present. The commission elected Kraig Kuehnemund as Chair, Nick Reitano as Vice Chairman, and Andrew Wykes as Secretary, and appointed Troy Neva as the commission's representative to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The agenda and minutes from November 7, 2022, were approved. No substantive decisions on projects, zoning, or policies were made.

• Elected Kraig Kuehnemund as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Nick Reitano as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Andrew Wykes as Secretary (5-0)
• Appointed Troy Neva as representative to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 minutes as presented (5-0, 1 abstention)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee Special Meeting

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss old business, including the Riverview Park playground proposal and estimate, the budget, and a future project list. The committee is a recommending body to City Council and will take public comments, limited to five minutes per person.

• Riverview Park Playground Proposal and Estimate
• Budget review
• Future Project List
• Public comment period (5-minute limit)

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council approved a $703,120.25 fire truck purchase from Sutphen Corporation, authorized a $44,500 design engineering contract for W. Main Street, and passed a resolution amending the FY2022-2023 budget. The council also directed creation of an ad hoc committee to gather feedback on a proposed rental property ordinance and approved a $12,825 Phase II environmental assessment for 130 South Maple Street. All votes were 6-0 except for an EMS planning motion that passed 5-0-1.

• Approved $703,120.25 fire truck purchase from Sutphen Corporation (6-0)
• Approved $44,500 design engineering contract with Wade-Trim for W. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved resolution amending FY2022-2023 budget (6-0)
• Approved $12,825 Phase II environmental assessment of 130 South Maple Street (6-0)
• Approved $80,000 amendment for WWTP renovation engineering costs (6-0)
• Approved $6,200 boundary survey agreement for 715 and 725 East Main Street (6-0)
• Directed creation of ad hoc committee for rental property ordinance feedback
• Approved EMS planning implementation with CPSM, Inc. feedback (5-0-1)

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including budget updates, event planning, and a potential sub-committee for the Master Plan. The agenda includes public comment and reports from various park sub-committees. This is a regular meeting with no major decisions listed.

• Discuss Main Street topics - Twilight Tuesdays
• Discuss Banners at Sledding Hill
• Discuss Trail of Terror Resources, Inventory/Inspect items in Trailer by Pavilion in Spring
• Update on the Budget Workshop from City Manager
• Discuss forming a sub-committee for the Master Plan

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee Workshop

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting for a workshop focused on budget and brainstorming. The agenda includes public comment, but the main item is the budget and brainstorming session. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public comment period with 5-minute limit
• Budget and brainstorming workshop

Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee

The Flushing City Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several ongoing projects. The agenda includes appointing a secretary, accepting a resignation, and receiving updates on streetlighting, pickleball courts, and pool renovations. The committee will also review by-laws, a Spark Grant, and 2023/2024 budget planning.

• Appoint a Secretary to Replace Thomas Louks
• Accept Resignation of Seth Neblock
• Update on Downtown Decorative Streetlighting
• Update on Pickleball Courts
• 2023/2024 Budget Planning Review

Flushing City Council

The Flushing City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving December minutes and bills, receiving departmental reports, and granting permits for a road race and a charity solicitation. The council will also receive communications about a request regarding 368 W. River Road and an EMS response time update, plus consider appointments including a WWTP Superintendent recommendation.

• Approve Riverbend Striders request to use city streets for road races
• Approve Knights of Columbus solicitation in street right-of-way on March 31-April 1, 2023
• Receive request regarding 368 W. River Road
• Receive status update on EMS response time
• Consider recommendation re WWTP Superintendent

The council received an unmodified audit for FY 2022 showing a fund balance increase of $625,242, bringing the General Fund total to $2,799,416 (63.1% of expenditures). They postponed a decision on 368 W. River Road until February 13, 2023, pending cost estimates for major repairs. The council also approved Nicholas Stankevich as WWTP Superintendent in training, and appointed Troy Neva, Danielle Smith, and Andrew Wykes to various boards.

• Approved the January 9, 2023 agenda as presented (7-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including December 2022 minutes, bills, and reports, plus requests from Riverbend Striders and Knights of Columbus (7-0).
• Postponed decision on 368 W. River Road until February 13, 2023, for cost estimates on roofing, windows, siding, and other repairs (6-1).
• Directed administration, fire, and police to develop a strategy for improving EMS response time (7-0).
• Approved Nicholas Stankevich as WWTP Superintendent in training, replacing Doug Parkinson (7-0).
• Appointed Troy Neva to the Board of Review, Danielle Smith to Parks and Recreation, and Andrew Wykes to the Planning Commission (7-0).