Albion public meetings in 2023

City Council Closed Session

The City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property and material exempt from disclosure by statute. The session includes discussions on a specific property purchase and a legal update.

• Discussion regarding the purchase of 1001 Brooks Rd.
• Update on the Brown v City of Albion lawsuit

The City Council held a closed session to discuss purchasing property for a new water tower and the Brown v City of Albion lawsuit. Council members reached a consensus to move forward with Option 2 for the water tower property purchase, though no formal vote was recorded. The minutes from the December 4, 2023 closed session were approved unanimously.

• Approved December 4, 2023 Closed Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to move forward with Option 2 for water tower property purchase

December 18, 2023 Study Session

The City Council will discuss a resolution to censure the Mayor for ethics ordinance violations. The body will also consider a health reimbursement account agreement and budget amendments for the AEDC.

• Resolution # 2023-37: Censure of Mayor Victoria Garcia Snyder for Ethics Ordinance violations
• Resolution # 2023-36: Service agreement with BASIC for a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• AEDC 2023 Budget Amendments for Funds 243, 244, 247, and 296
• Traffic Control Order for Kennedy Street
• Proposed Industrial Development District

The Albion City Council held a study session on December 18, 2023, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were made during the session; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously. Items discussed included a health reimbursement account service agreement, a resolution of censure for the mayor, a traffic control order for Kennedy Street, AEDC budget amendments, a proposed industrial development district, and EDC board vacancies.

• Adjourned study session (unanimous)

December 18, 2023

The City Council will vote on a resolution to censure the Mayor for ethics ordinance violations. The body will also discuss a proposed industrial development district and a traffic control order for Kennedy Street.

• Resolution #2023-37: Censure of Mayor Victoria Garcia Snyder for Ethics Ordinance violations
• Resolution #2023-36: Service agreement with BASIC for a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Traffic Control Order for Kennedy Street
• AEDC 2023 Budget Amendments for Funds 243, 244, 247, and 296
• Discussion of a proposed Industrial Development District

The City Council voted to censure Mayor Victoria Garcia Snyder for ethics ordinance violations. The council also approved a health reimbursement account agreement, budget amendments for the AEDC, and a traffic control order.

• Approved Resolution #2023-37 to censure Mayor Victoria Garcia Snyder (4-2)
• Approved Resolution #2023-36 for BASIC health reimbursement account service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control Order for Kennedy Street (unanimous)
• Approved AEDC 2023 Budget Amendments for Funds 243, 244, 247, and 296 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 4 (Special, Study, and Regular) session minutes (unanimous)

December 2, 2023 Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on whether Mayor Snyder violated the Code of Ethics. The meeting includes discussions on potential sanctions for these alleged violations.

• Public hearing regarding Mayor Snyder's alleged violation of Section A (Acting in the Public Interest)
• Public hearing regarding Mayor Snyder's alleged violation of Section B (Compliance with the Law)
• Public hearing regarding Mayor Snyder's alleged violation of Section H (Representation of Private Interests)
• Vote on finding of ethics violations for Mayor Snyder
• Vote on sanctions for ethics violations

The Albion City Council held a special session and public hearing to address three code of ethics violations against Mayor Victoria Snyder. The council voted to approve findings that Mayor Snyder violated Section A (Acting in the Public Interest), Section B (Compliance with the Law), and Section H (Representation of Private Interests). Following the findings, the council voted to combine the penalty items and approved a $700.00 fine to be paid in 30 days, a resolution of censure, a request for the mayor's resignation, and a requirement that the mayor not participate in closed sessions regarding the Haas v Albion lawsuit.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-3)
• Approved finding of violation of Section A - Acting in the Public Interest (Level 1 Violation) (4-2)
• Tabled finding of violation of Section B - Compliance with the Law (Level 2 Violation) (2-4)
• Approved finding of violation of Section B - Compliance with the Law (Level 2 Violation) (4-2)
• Tabled finding of violation of Section H - Representation of Private Interests (Level 2 Violation) (2-4)
• Approved finding of violation of Section H - Representation of Private Interests (Level 2 Violation) (4-2)
• Approved combining agenda items B-1-2 & 3 to assess fines for all three violations (4-2)
• Approved penalties including a $700.00 fine, resolution of censure, resignation request, and exclusion from specific closed sessions (4-2)

December 4, 2023

The City Council will consider several financial resolutions, including the Fiscal Year 2024 budget appropriations and a 2023 budget amendment. The body is also deciding on a three-year contract and retirement plan for the Albion Command Officers Association.

• Resolution #2023-31 Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Appropriation
• Three Year (2024-2025-2026) Contract with the Albion Command Officers Association (ACOA)
• Resolution #2023-35 regarding Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRLF) Program
• City Attorney Contract
• Resolution #2023-32 FY 2023 Budget Amendment

The Albion City Council approved a three-year contract and a new retirement plan for the Albion Command Officers Association. The council also passed the 2024 budget appropriation, various service agreements, and authorized a notice of intent for a drinking water loan program.

• Approved 2024-2026 contract with Albion Command Officers Association (6-0)
• Approved DROP retirement plan for Command Officers (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024 budget appropriation (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023 budget amendment with specific fund exceptions (6-0)
• Approved service agreements with VOYA and ANCORA (6-0)
• Approved drinking water loan program notice of intent (6-0)
• Approved City Attorney contract (6-0)
• Approved City Hall closure for December 14, 2023 (6-0)

December 4, 2023 Study Session

The City Council is meeting to discuss and approve the Fiscal Year 2024 budget appropriation and a budget amendment for FY 2023. The session includes votes on contracts for the Albion Command Officers Association and the City Attorney.

• Resolution #2023-31 Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Appropriation
• Three Year (2024-2025-2026) Contract with the Albion Command Officers Association (ACOA)
• Resolution #2023-34 service agreements with VOYA & ANCORA for retirement plans
• Resolution #2023-35 regarding Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRLF) reimbursement
• City Attorney Contract

This was a study session with no formal votes; the council discussed 11 upcoming agenda items, including a DROP plan, a three-year ACOA contract, budget resolutions, and a city hall closure. No public comments were received, and the session adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

• Discussed Resolution #2023-33 to establish a DROP for ACOA
• Discussed three-year (2024-2026) contract with ACOA
• Discussed Resolution #2023-30 to exempt city from Michigan health insurance act
• Discussed Resolution #2023-31 FY 2024 budget appropriation
• Discussed Resolution #2023-32 FY 2023 budget amendment
• Discussed Resolution #2023-34 service agreements with VOYA & ANCORA
• Discussed Resolution #2023-35 DWSRLF reimbursement intent
• Discussed request to close City Hall at noon on December 14, 2023

October 23, 2023 Special Session

The Albion City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY 2024 budget and consider approving the city attorney retaining the firm Fahey Schultz for the case Haas vs Albion. The agenda also includes a public hearing, public comments, and a possible closed session.

• Approve City Attorney retaining Fahey Schultz for Haas vs Albion
• Discussion of FY 2024 budget
• Public hearing
• Closed session

November 20, 2023

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2024 budget, then vote on a $18,950 concrete repair contract for North Eaton. They will also consider a tax-exemption ordinance for Kennedy Greene and receive updates on strategic goals and a legal investigation.

• Approve FY 2024 Budget public hearing
• Approve $18,950.00 to Concord Excavating & Grading for Concrete Repair Job on N. Eaton
• Approve 2nd Reading and Adoption Ordinance #2023-07 for Kennedy Greene tax exemption
• Discussion 2023 Strategic Goals Update
• Discussion Block Party Fee

The Albion City Council approved the FY 2024 budget, which includes $8,165,583 in general fund revenues and $8,385,476 in appropriations, balanced with $219,893 from ARPA funds or fund balance. The council also approved a $18,950 concrete repair contract, adopted Ordinance #2023-07 adding a tax exemption for Kennedy Greene, and set a $50 block party application fee. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved FY 2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $18,950 to Concord Excavating & Grading for concrete repair on N. Eaton St. (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2023-07 adding Section 34-3 tax exemption for Kennedy Greene (unanimous)
• Approved $50.00 Block Party Application Fee (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and honorary bench placement (unanimous)

November 20, 2023 Study Session

The Council will discuss the 2023 Strategic Goals Update and correspondence regarding an EDC investigation. The session includes items for discussion and potential approval of a block party fee and a tax exemption ordinance.

• Approve $18,950.00 to Concord Excavating & Grading for concrete repair on N. Eaton
• 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance #2023-07 regarding Kennedy Greene tax exemption
• Discussion of correspondence from Garan, Lucow Miller P.C. for EDC Investigation
• Discussion of 2023 Strategic Goals Update
• Discussion/Approval of Block Party Fee

The Albion City Council convened for a study session to review upcoming agenda items and receive comments. No substantive formal actions or votes on agenda items were recorded during the study session. The council voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m.

• Adjourned study session (passed, all members voted yes)

November 6, 2023

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to authorize MSHDA CDBG CHILL funding for homeowner improvement projects. The council will also discuss and vote on several items, including a water system improvements proposal, an ordinance on block parties, appointments, and ethics violation complaints.

• Public hearing and Resolution #2023-28 for MSHDA CDBG CHILL homeowner improvement program
• Ordinance #2023-06 to add block party regulations to Chapter 74
• Resolution #2023-26: Grant agreement #4104 with Albion Community Foundation for Albion Arts Commission
• Resolution #2023-27: Notice of intent to reimburse for Drinking Water State Revolving Loan (DWSRF) program
• Wightman proposal for water system improvements project

The Albion City Council approved Resolution #2023-28 authorizing the MSHDA CDBG CHILL program for homeowner improvement projects, and also approved several other resolutions and contracts, including a water system improvements project and an AEDC investigation proposal. The council tabled ethics violation complaints indefinitely and rejected AEDC board appointments while approving a planning commission reappointment.

• Approved Resolution #2023-28 for MSHDA CDBG CHILL homeowner improvement program (all yes)
• Approved retaining conflict counsel Fahey Schultz for Haas vs Albion (6-1)
• Approved George Strander reappointment to Planning Commission (6-1)
• Rejected AEDC board member appointments (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance #2023-06 adding block party regulations (all yes)
• Approved Resolution #2023-26 grant agreement with Albion Community Foundation (all yes)
• Approved Resolution #2023-27 DWSRF reimbursement intent (all yes)
• Approved Wightman water system improvements proposal (all yes)

November 6, 2023 Study Session

The City Council will discuss the FY 2024 Water & Sewer Fund budgets and potential ethics violation complaints. The session includes several resolutions regarding housing grants, water system improvements, and legal representation.

• Resolution #2023-28: MSHDA CDBG Housing Improving Local Livability (Chill) Program
• Resolution #2023-27: Drinking Water State Revolving Loan (DWSRF) Program reimbursement
• Ordinance #2023-06: Adding Article III regarding Block Parties to Chapter 74
• Resolution #2023-26: Grant Agreement #4104 with the Albion Community Foundation
• Wightman Proposal for Water System Improvements Project

The City Council held a study session to discuss the FY 2024 Water & Sewer Fund budgets and review items on the November 6 regular meeting agenda, including resolutions, appointments, and an ordinance. No formal votes were taken during the study session; it was a discussion-only meeting. The session adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Discussed FY 2024 Water & Sewer Fund budgets
• Reviewed November 6 agenda items including MSHDA CDBG Chill Program resolution
• Reviewed appointments to Planning Commission and Albion Economic Development Corporation
• Reviewed 2nd reading of Ordinance #2023-06 on block parties
• Reviewed resolutions for grant agreement, DWSRF reimbursement, and Transportation Authority appointment
• Reviewed Wightman Proposal for Water System Improvements Project
• Discussed Garan Lucow Miller P.C. Proposal for AEDC Investigation
• Discussed AEDC Interlocal Agreement and Ethics Violation Complaints

November 13, 2023 Special Meeting

The Albion City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve two main items: an ordinance adding a tax exemption for the Kennedy Greene development, and a $18,950 contract for concrete repair on N. Eaton Street. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comments, and a closed session. No other substantive business is listed.

• Discuss/Approve Ordinance #2023-07 adding Section 34-3 Tax Exemption for Kennedy Greene
• Approve $18,950.00 to Concord Excavating & Grading for concrete repair on N. Eaton
• Public hearing and public comments on agenda items
• Closed session scheduled

The Albion City Council held a special session on November 13, 2023, and approved the first reading of Ordinance #2023-07, which would add a tax exemption section to Chapter 34 for the Kennedy Greene development. The second reading and adoption are scheduled for the November 20 council meeting. The council also removed an item from the agenda and excused an absent member.

• Approved agenda with Item B removed (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2023-07 (tax exemption for Kennedy Greene) (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Lawler (unanimous)

October 11, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 General Fund Budget. This meeting is intended for individual discussion regarding the proposed budget.

• Discussion of FY 2024 General Fund Budget

The City Council held a study session to review the proposed FY 2024 General Fund budget, with no formal votes taken. The budget projects a 2% revenue increase, highlights income tax as the largest revenue source, and includes new grants for the Albion River Trail and McIntosh Park. No public comments were received, and the session adjourned without decisions.

• Reviewed FY 2024 General Fund budget (no vote)
• Noted $300,000 grant for Albion River Trail Expansion III
• Noted $1,000,000 SPARK grant for McIntosh Park Phase II
• Adjourned study session (all voted yes)

October 16, 2023 Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss a new ordinance regarding block parties. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 310 Fitch Street and administrative approvals.

• First reading of Ordinance #2023-06 to add block party regulations to Chapter 74
• MML Membership Renewal approval
• City Manager Employment Agreement approval
• Discussion regarding 310 Fitch Street

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss agenda items including MML membership, the City Manager's employment agreement, a block party ordinance, and 310 Fitch Street. No votes were taken or decisions reached on these items during this session.

• Adjourned Study Session (6-0)

October 16, 2023

The Albion City Council will consider approving a new city manager employment agreement and a first reading of an ordinance regulating block parties. The council will also discuss a property at 310 Fitch Street and renew its MML membership, alongside routine consent items and a closed session.

• Approve City Manager Employment Agreement
• 1st Reading Ordinance #2023-06: Block Parties (Chapter 74, Article III, Sections 74-70 through 74-79)
• Discussion of 310 Fitch Street
• Approve MML Membership Renewal
• Proclamations for Red Ribbon Week and National Family Literacy Day

The City Council approved the City Manager's employment agreement and the first reading of an ordinance establishing block party regulations. Council also renewed its MML membership and approved the October 2 study and regular session minutes.

• Approved City Manager Employment Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance #2023-06 regarding Block Parties (unanimous)
• Approved MML Membership Renewal (unanimous)
• Approved October 2, 2023 Study and Regular Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amending agenda to allow City Attorney to retain Fahey Schultz for Haas vs Albion (4-2)

October 2, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several proposals related to a water system improvement project, including engineering, financial advisory, and bond counsel services. They will also consider an early voting agreement with Calhoun County and a representation agreement for affordable housing advisors. The agenda is primarily focused on these discussion and approval items.

• Discussion/Approve Wightman Water System Improvements Project Proposal
• Discussion/Approve Naker Tilly Financial Advisor Services Proposal for Water System Improvement Project
• Discussion/Approve Miller Canfield Bond Counsel Proposal for Water System Improvements Project
• Approve Calhoun County Early Voting Agreement
• Discussion/Approve Representation Agreement with Marcus & Millichap - Affordable Housing Advisors

The City Council held a study session to discuss several agenda items, including proposals for water system improvements, a financial advisor, bond counsel, an early voting agreement, and a housing advisor agreement. No formal votes were taken; the items were discussed for potential action at a future regular meeting.

• Discussed Wightman Water System Improvements Project Proposal
• Discussed Naker Tilly Financial Advisor Services Proposal for Water System Improvement Project
• Discussed Miller Canfield Bond Counsel Proposal for Water System Improvements Project
• Discussed Calhoun County Early Voting Agreement
• Discussed Representation Agreement with Marcus & Millichap - Affordable Housing Advisors

October 2, 2023

The City Council will discuss and vote on several proposals related to the Wightman Water System Improvements Project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an early voting agreement and affordable housing advisory services.

• Wightman Water System Improvements Project Proposal
• Baker Tilly Financial Advisor Services Proposal for Water System Improvements
• Miller Canfield Bond Counsel Proposal for Water System Improvements
• Calhoun County Early Voting Agreement
• Representation Agreement with Marcus & Millichap - Affordable Housing Advisors

The Albion City Council approved the agenda, consent calendar, and proposals related to water system improvements, including engineering, financial advisor, and bond counsel services. The council also approved the Calhoun County Early Voting Agreement and a representation agreement with Marcus & Millichap - Affordable Housing Advisors. In addition, the council held a closed session to discuss pending litigation strategy.

• Approved agenda as presented (all members voted yes)
• Approved Consent Calendar including September 18, 2023 Regular Session Minutes (all members voted yes)
• Approved Wightman Water System Improvements Project Proposal (all members voted yes)
• Approved Baker Tilly Financial Advisor Services Proposal for Water System Improvements Project (all members voted yes)
• Approved Miller Canfield Bond Counsel Proposal for Water System Improvements Project (all members voted yes)
• Approved Calhoun County Early Voting Agreement (all members voted yes)
• Approved Representation Agreement with Marcus & Millichap - Affordable Housing Advisors (all members voted yes)

September 18, 2023

The Albion City Council will consider and likely vote on three-year contracts with three employee unions, discuss a sewage disposal system ordinance, and consider approving a Flock Safety camera system. The agenda also includes several proclamations and a closed session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approve three-year contracts with POAM, ACA, and TPOAM
• Discussion/approve Ordinance #2023-05 for sewage disposal system
• Discussion/approve Flock Safety System
• Approve Resolution #2023-24 for EGLE Dam Risk Reduction Grant Agreement
• Proclamations for Sister City, Healthy Babies, and St. John's 150th anniversary

The Albion City Council approved three-year contracts with the Police Officers Association of Michigan, Albion Clerical Alliance, and Technical, Professional & Officeworkers Association of Michigan, all unanimously. They also approved Ordinance #2023-05 establishing a sewage disposal system, the purchase of up to eight Flock Safety cameras, and Resolution #2023-24 for a project agreement with EGLE. The council discussed but did not vote on a special events/block party ordinance, and removed the Albion Economic Development Corporation Interlocal Agreement from the agenda.

• Approved three-year contract with POAM (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with ACA (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with TPOAM (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #2023-05 for sewage disposal system (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of up to 8 Flock Safety cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2023-24 for EGLE project agreement (unanimous)
• Removed Albion Economic Development Corporation Interlocal Agreement from agenda (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Lawler (unanimous)

September 5, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a presentation on Flock Safety license plate reader cameras, resolutions for a MDNR project agreement and a FEMA firefighter grant match, and discussions on playground repairs, conference attendance, and an EDC investigation.

• Presentation on Flock Safety LPR cameras
• Resolution #2023-23: MDNR Project Agreement #TF22-0139
• Resolution #2023-24: FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant local match
• Victory Park Playground critical repairs quote
• Economic Development Corporation Investigation RFP

The Albion City Council held a study session on September 5, 2023, receiving a presentation on Flock Safety license plate reader cameras and discussing agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were made during the session; all items were for discussion only. The session adjourned at 6:59 p.m.

• No formal decisions made; items discussed for upcoming regular meeting
• Presentation on Flock Safety LPR cameras received
• Discussed Victory Park Playground critical repairs quote
• Discussed 2023 MML Convention Conference
• Discussed EDC Investigation RFP and additional guidelines
• Discussed EDC Board Applications

September 5, 2023

The Albion City Council will meet to vote on two resolutions: one approving a project agreement for the Albion River Trail expansion funded by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and another approving the local match requirement for a FEMA grant for firefighters. The council will also discuss repairs for Victory Park Playground, a convention attendance request, and guidelines for an economic development investigation.

• Approve Resolution #2023-23 for Albion River Trail Expansion III Project Grant Agreement with MDNR
• Approve Resolution #2023-24 for FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant local match requirement
• Discuss and approve Victory Park Playground Critical Repairs quote
• Discuss and approve 2023 MML Convention Conference attendance
• Discuss and approve Economic Development Corporation Investigation RFP

The City Council approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) to hire a third-party investigator to review the hiring and termination processes of the EDC President/CEO. The council also approved several grants and park repairs.

• Approved RFP for Economic Development Corporation investigation (6-1)
• Approved Resolution #2023-23 for MDNR Project Agreement #TF22-0139 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2023-24 for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant local match (unanimous)
• Approved Victory Park Playground critical repairs quote (unanimous)
• Approved attendance of Council Members Davis and French at 2023 MML Convention Conference (unanimous)
• Approved August 21, 2023 Study and Regular Session minutes (unanimous)

August 15, 2023 Special Council Meeting

The Albion City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session and a vote on removing three Economic Development Corporation (EDC) board members for cause. The agenda includes standard procedural items like roll call, public comments, and consent calendar, but the main substantive action is the removal motion.

• Motion to remove EDC Board of Directors for cause: Mark Newman, Ed Haas, Annette Norris
• Closed session under Open Meetings Act to consider material exempt from disclosure
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

August 21, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council study session includes presentations and discussions on affordable housing, property purchases, sewer system loans, and an investigation into the AEDC CEO's termination. Several resolutions are up for approval, including the purchase of 312 and 310 Fitch Street and three USDA loan resolutions for the sanitary sewer system project.

• Resolution #2023-17: Approve purchase of 312 Fitch Street
• Resolution #2023-18: Approve purchase of 310 Fitch Street
• Resolutions #2023-20, #2023-21, #2023-22: USDA loan resolutions for sanitary sewer system project
• Approve Wightman proposal for design engineering services for preventative maintenance of seven bridges
• Discussion/approve investigation by third party into termination of AEDC CEO/President

The City Council conducted a study session to review upcoming agenda items, including property purchases and USDA loan resolutions. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

August 21, 2023

The Albion City Council will consider resolutions for the purchase of 310 and 312 Fitch Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding USDA loans for a sanitary sewer system project and a potential third-party investigation into the termination of the AEDC CEO.

• Resolution #2023-17: Purchase of 312 Fitch Street
• Resolution #2023-18: Purchase of 310 Fitch Street
• USDA Loan Resolutions for Sanitary Sewer System Project ($1,146,000, $8,000,000, and $8,854,000)
• Investigation by a third party into the termination of the AEDC CEO/President
• Wightman proposal for bridge preventative maintenance design engineering services

The Albion City Council approved a resolution to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to issue an RFP not exceeding $10,000 for a third-party investigation into the termination of the AEDC CEO/President. The vote was 4-3, with Council Members Williams, Reid, Jackson, and Lawler in favor, and Mayor Snyder, Davis, and French against. The council also approved the purchase of 312 Fitch Street (6-1), several USDA loan resolutions for the sanitary sewer project, and a Wightman proposal for bridge maintenance design services. The agenda item to purchase 310 Fitch Street was removed from the agenda.

• Approved RFP for third-party investigation into AEDC CEO termination, not to exceed $10,000 (4-3)
• Approved purchase of 312 Fitch Street (6-1)
• Approved Resolution #2023-19 to set alternative meeting dates for Board of Review (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2023-21 USDA Loan Resolution for Sanitary Sewer System Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2023-22 USDA Loan Resolution for Sanitary Sewer System Project (unanimous)
• Approved Consumers Easement for West Michigan Street and North Albion Street (unanimous)
• Approved Wightman Proposal for Design Engineering Services for Seven Bridges maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Rieger Park Lift Station Repair (unanimous)

August 7, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council study session on August 7, 2023, will discuss and potentially approve several items, including an affordable housing advisor engagement, an AT&T right-of-way permit extension, a Michigan Municipal League insurance renewal, a resolution supporting a workforce housing application to MSHDA, a water system inventory project award, and a city manager contract renewal. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Approve Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension for AT&T
• Approve Michigan Municipal League Liability and Property Pool Renewal Premium
• Approve Resolution #2023-15 supporting MSHDA MOD Program application for workforce housing
• Approve Resolution #2023-16 awarding Distribution System Materials Inventory Verification Project to Loomis Water Consultants, LLC
• Discussion/Approval of City Manager Contract Renewal

The Albion City Council held a study session to discuss several agenda items, including affordable housing advisors, a right-of-way permit extension for AT&T, and a resolution supporting a workforce housing application. The minutes record that comments were received from council members and staff, but they do not state that any of these items were voted on or approved. The session adjourned with a unanimous vote to end the meeting.

• Agenda items listed for discussion: Affordable Housing Advisors, AT&T Right of Way Permit Extension, MML Liability Pool Renewal, MSHDA Workforce Housing Resolution, Loomis Water Consultants Project, City Manager Contract Renewal
• No public comments received
• City Manager report deferred to regular meeting
• Study Session adjourned (6-0 vote)

August 7, 2023

The Albion City Council will meet on August 7, 2023, to discuss and vote on several items including a water system materials inventory project, a resolution supporting workforce housing funding, and an extension for an AT&T right-of-way permit. The meeting will also include a public hearing, presentations, and a closed session for legal matters.

• Approve Resolution #2023-16 to award the Distribution System Materials Inventory Verification Project to Loomis Water Consultants, LLC
• Approve Resolution #2023-15 to support an MSHDA MOD Program application for workforce housing
• Approve Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension for AT&T
• Approve Michigan Municipal League Liability and Property Pool Renewal Premium
• Approve Alcohol in Public Places Permit for Albion Malleable for August 26, September 4, September 15 and 16, 2023

The Albion City Council approved a resolution supporting an application to the Michigan State Housing and Development Authority (MSHDA) MOD Program for workforce housing, with Lenn Reid voting against. It also approved a $2.1M road contract, a water system inventory project, and other routine items.

• Approved Resolution #2023-15 supporting MSHDA MOD Program workforce housing application (6-1, Reid opposed)
• Approved Resolution #2023-16 awarding Distribution System Materials Inventory Verification Project to Loomis Water Consultants, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Michigan Municipal League Liability and Property Pool Renewal Premium (unanimous)
• Approved Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension for AT&T (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar including July 24 minutes and event permits (unanimous)
• Approved sub-committee for City Manager Contract Renewal (French, Jackson, Snyder) (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Marcola Lawler from meeting (unanimous)

July 24, 2023

The City Council will consider adding delinquent receivables and utility bills to the 2023 summer tax bills. The meeting includes discussions on a vehicle lease for ADPS, park equipment purchases, and various board appointments.

• Adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables and utility bills to 2023 Summer Tax Bills
• 3-year lease for ADPS 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
• Purchase of Barnes Park grills and trash receptacles
• Closing Maple St (North St. to Broadwell St.) on August 26th for The Hound Dog Cook-Off
• Appointments for Arts Commission and Albion Economic Development Corporation

July 10, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve a zoning map amendment rezoning nine parcels from R-2 Multiple Family Residential to Campus Development District (CDD), likely related to Albion College. They will also consider appointments, a settlement agreement with Albion College, and capital improvement subcommittee members.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-04 to rezone parcels 51-000-949-00, 51-000-950-00, 51-000-961-00, 51-000-963-00, 51-000-967-00, 51-000-968-00, 51-000-969-00, 51-000-970-00, and 51-000-971-00 from R-2 to CDD
• Approve Dave Atchison to DDA board, term to expire 12-31-2026
• Discuss/approve Albion College Settlement & Release Agreement
• Discuss/approve Capital Improvements & Subcommittee Members
• Follow-up discussion on City Improvement Study Session

The City Council held a study session to discuss, but not vote on, several items: a first-reading ordinance to rezone nine parcels from R-2 to Campus Development District, appointments to the DDA, an Albion College settlement and release agreement, and capital improvements. No formal decisions were made; the city manager's report was deferred to the regular meeting.

• Discussed first reading of Ordinance 2023-04 to rezone nine parcels to Campus Development District (no vote)
• Discussed appointment of Dave Atchison to DDA (no vote)
• Discussed Albion College Settlement & Release Agreement (no vote)
• Discussed Capital Improvements and subcommittee members (no vote)

May 1, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council held a study session on May 1, 2023, to discuss and approve several administrative and infrastructure items. Key topics included a proposal for Wightman Bridge inspection, a potential interlocal agreement with the AEDC, a new fence ordinance, and contract modifications for the Haven Road Project. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as public comments and reports from the City Manager and Mayor.

• Approve Wightman Bridge Inspection Proposal
• Discussion City and AEDC Interlocal Agreement
• Discussion Fence Ordinance
• Approve Contract Modifications for Haven Road Project

April 3, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council held a study session on April 3, 2023, to review several administrative and infrastructure items. Key discussions included a second reading of an ordinance amending rental unit registration rules and an intergovernmental agreement with the Albion Economic Development Corporation. The council also considered approvals for replacing a raw water well, upgrading city servers, and repairing a wastewater clarifier.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance # 2023-03 amending rental unit registration rules
• Discussion of an Albion Housing Champion Intergovernmental Agreement with AEDC
• Approval of $61,216.00 expenditure to RSG for South Clarifier repair
• Approval of replacement for Raw Water Well #1
• Approval of replacement for City Servers and upgrade to Microsoft 365 Government

June 19, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including awarding contracts for tree trimming and a water distribution system inventory, as well as discussing a public safety pension cost-of-living adjustment and surveillance cameras. The agenda also includes routine items like public comments and reports.

• Resolution #2023-12: Award tree service agreement to Urban Tree Trimming Services
• Resolution #2023-13: Award distribution system materials inventory verification project
• Discussion/approve public safety pension COLA request
• Discussion on surveillance cameras

April 17, 2023

The Albion City Council will vote on two permit applications for alcoholic beverage consumption in public places by Albion Malleable. The agenda also includes resolutions to amend Economic Development Corporation bylaws, approve a project agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and support a workforce housing grant application. Additionally, council members will discuss the Transportation Authority of Calhoun County.

• Approve two Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in Public Places Permit Applications for Albion Malleable
• Approve Resolution #2023-05 to amend Economic Development Corporation Bylaws
• Approve Resolution #2023-06 for Project Agreement #ARPA-0702 with Michigan Department of Natural Resources
• Approve Resolution #2023-07 to support MSHDA MOD Program application for Workforce Housing
• Discussion regarding Transportation Authority of Calhoun County

April 24, 2023 Special Meeting

The Albion City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on a Community Development Block Grant application for the Stoffer Plaza Improvement Project. The agenda includes a public hearing on this funding and a vote to approve the grant application resolution. Council members will also review and approve minutes from previous study and regular sessions.

• Public hearing on Michigan Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for the Stoffer Plaza Improvement Project
• Vote to approve Resolution # 2023-08 authorizing the CDBG Public Gathering Spaces Grant Application for Stoffer Plaza
• Approval of April 17, 2023 Study Session and Regular Session Minutes

June 19, 2023

The Albion City Council will consider adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables and utility bills to the 2023 summer tax bills, approve a three-year lease for a Chevy Silverado, and close Maple Street for an event. They will also discuss the Cross Connection Control Program and park space rentals, and make several appointments.

• Approve adding delinquent misc. receivables to 2023 summer tax bills
• Approve adding delinquent utility bills to 2023 summer tax bills
• Approve 3-year lease for ADPS 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
• Approve closing Maple St (North St. to Broadwell St.) Aug 26, 12-4pm for Hound Dog Cook-Off
• Approve purchase of Barnes Park grills and trash receptacles

April 3, 2023

The Albion City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 3, 2023. Key decisions include the second reading of an ordinance amending rental unit registration rules and approving a $61,216 expenditure to repair the South Clarifier. The council will also discuss 2023 strategic goals and approve agreements for housing services and criminal justice training.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance # 2023-03 amending Chapter 18, Article IX Rental Registration, Section 18-391
• Approval of $61,216.00 expenditure to RSG to Repair South Clarifier
• Discussion and approval of Albion Housing Champion Intergovernmental Agreement with AEDC
• Approval of Southern Michigan Criminal Justice Training Consortium Agreement
• Approval of replacement of Raw Water Well #1 and City Servers

June 27, 2023 Study Session

This is a procedural study session agenda with only one substantive item listed: a discussion on follow-up from a city tour. The rest of the agenda consists of standard items like call to order, pledge, roll call, public comments, and reports. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of city tour follow-up

May 1, 2023

The Albion City Council meets to approve a Wightman Bridge inspection proposal and discuss a new fence ordinance. The agenda also includes a discussion on an interlocal agreement with the AEDC and a contract modification for the Haven Road Project. Routine items include approving assembly permits and annual poppy sales.

• Approve Wightman Bridge Inspection Proposal
• Discussion on Fence Ordinance
• Approve Contract Modification for Haven Road Project
• Discussion City and AEDC Interlocal Agreement
• Approve Assembly Permit for Harry Bonner-Westward on September 17, 2023

April 17, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council will hold a study session to discuss several administrative and development items. Proposed actions include approving permits for alcohol consumption in public places for Albion Malleable, amending Economic Development Corporation bylaws, and supporting a workforce housing grant application. The council will also review a project agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and discuss the Transportation Authority of Calhoun County.

• Approve Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in Public Places Permit Application for Albion Malleable
• Approve Resolution #2023-05 to amend Economic Development Corporation Bylaws
• Approve Resolution #2023-06 for Project Agreement #ARPA-0702 with Michigan Department of Natural Resources
• Approve Resolution #2023-07 to support MSHDA MOD Program application for Workforce Housing
• Discussion on Transportation Authority of Calhoun County

May 15, 2023

The Albion City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a final project plan for water system improvements. The agenda also includes approving contracts for rental rehabilitation work on E. Erie Street and for city assessing services. Additionally, the council will review March 2023 financials and discuss road improvements on Wiener Drive.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution #2023-11 for Water System Improvement Project plan
• Resolution #2023-09 to award 110-114 E. Erie Street CDBG Rental Rehabilitation Project to Ken Miller Construction
• Resolution #2023-10 to award Assessing Services Agreement to WCA Assessing
• Approval of commercial garbage licenses for Republic Services, Granger Waste Services, and Waste Management Services
• Discussion of Wiener Drive Improvements and Berrien Street Autism Awareness Road Sign

July 10, 2023

The City Council will consider adding delinquent receivables and utility bills to the 2023 summer tax bills. The meeting includes discussions on a vehicle lease for ADPS and the purchase of equipment for Barnes Park. Council will also review board appointments and a street closure for a local event.

• Adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables and utility bills to 2023 Summer Tax Bills
• 3-year lease for ADPS 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
• Closing Maple St (North St. to Broadwell St.) on August 26th for The Hound Dog Cook-Off
• Purchase of Barnes Park grills and trash receptacles
• Appointments for Arts Commission and Albion Economic Development Corporation

June 5, 2023 Study Session

The Albion City Council is holding a study session to discuss follow-up items from a city tour and consider several approvals, including adding delinquent receivables and utility bills to the 2023 summer tax bills, a 3-year lease for a vehicle, a street closure for an event, park equipment purchases, and a policy revision. They will also discuss the cross connection control program and park space rentals.

• Approve adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables to 2023 summer tax bills
• Approve adding delinquent utility bills to 2023 summer tax bills
• Approve 3-year lease for ADPS 2022 Silverado 1500
• Approve closing Maple St. (from North St. to Broadwell St.) on August 26th from 12pm-4pm for The Hound Dog Cook-Off
• Approve purchase of Barnes Parks grills and trash receptacles

June 5, 2023

The Albion City Council will vote on adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables and utility bills to the 2023 summer tax bills. The agenda also includes approving a three-year lease for a police vehicle and closing Maple Street for an event. Council members will discuss the Cross Connection Control Program and park space rentals.

• Approve adding delinquent miscellaneous receivables to 2023 Summer Tax Bills
• Approve adding delinquent utility bills to 2023 Summer Tax Bills
• Approve 3 Year Lease for ADPS 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
• Approve closing Maple St (from North St. to Broadwell St.) on August 26th for The Hound Dog Cook-Off
• Approve Board & Commission Appointments for Mary Slater and Scott Cubberly