Marquette public meetings in 2021
44 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on a Climate Action Resolution and consider a local development agreement for MDM Hemlock, L.L.C. The agenda also includes reviews of the National Opioids Settlement and various municipal contracts.
- Vote on Climate Action Resolution
- Local Development Agreement - MDM Hemlock, L.L.C.
- Approval of $792,497.01 in bills payable
- Attorney Consulting Agreement
- Water Filtration Membrane Purchase
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission will discuss a new Public Works and Utilities labor agreement and a resolution regarding ballot access. The meeting includes presentations on the Police K9 Unit and the Public Art Commission. The commission will also vote to approve bills totaling $651,870.77.
- Public Works and Utilities Labor Agreement
- Protecting Democracy and Promoting Ballot Access Resolution
- Approval of bills payable totaling $651,870.77
- Police K9 Unit presentation by Chief Blake Rieboldt
- Technology Services Fee Schedule Adjustment
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss a housing development by Hemlock, L.L.C. The meeting also includes announcements and opportunities for public comments.
- Discussion regarding Hemlock, L.L.C. housing development
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss a potential street millage. The agenda also includes announcements and opportunities for public comment.
- Potential street millage discussion
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission will meet on November 29, 2021, to consider several items including a police labor agreement and the intent to sell city property. The agenda also includes presentations regarding life-saving efforts and an update from the Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority.
- Discussion of Police Labor Agreement
- Resolution of Intent to Sell City Property (Parcel 0511840)
- Approval of bills totaling $5,851,700.17
- $29,952 lease extension for disaster recovery servers
- Vault Marquette Reimbursement Agreement
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Renovare Housing Development Proposal. The meeting also includes announcements and opportunities for public comment.
- Renovare Housing Development Proposal discussion
City Commission
The City Commission will consider the final report and recommendations from the Ad-Hoc Housing Committee. The action includes endorsing the report and recommending its inclusion as an appendix to the Community Master Plan. This committee was tasked with reviewing housing plans and programs in Marquette.
- Vote on Ad-Hoc Housing Committee Final Report and Recommendations
- Recommendation to include report in the Community Master Plan
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to elect a new Mayor and Mayor Pro-tem. The agenda also includes the approval of bills payable totaling $1,645,694.77.
- Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro-tem
- Approval of bills payable in the amount of $1,645,694.77
- Sale of surplus equipment
- Street sweeper repair components
- Approval of 2022 City Commission meeting schedule
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to receive an update on the Brownfield Project. The agenda also includes time for announcements and public comments.
- Brownfield Project Update
City Commission
The Commission will vote on several items, including utility replacements related to the MDOT US41 reconstruction project and the appointment of a new City Attorney. The agenda also includes approving bills totaling $1,623,839.89 and various maintenance contracts.
- MDOT US41 Reconstruction and Resurfacing Project utility replacements
- Approval of bills payable totaling $1,623,839.89
- Biogas conditioning media expenditure up to $35,000
- Cogeneration maintenance agreement up to $40,000
- Appointment of City Attorney
City Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act district. This follows a request from Buffalo Dragon Investments, LLC for an exemption certificate for 136 West Washington Street. The agenda also includes a vote on the EDA Build Back Better Grant Resolution.
- Establishment of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act District
- Approval of bills payable totaling $8,295,523.21
- EDA Build Back Better Grant Resolution
- Hockey Mutineers of Marquette ice use and lease agreements
- Marquette County Intergovernmental Housing Task Force Resolution
City Commission
The Commission is conducting a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and General Appropriations Act. The agenda also includes discussions regarding coastal restoration contracts, recycling grants, and evaluations of the City Manager and City Attorney.
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and General Appropriations Act
- Lakeshore Boulevard Coastal Restoration Professional Services Contract
- Approval of $652,476.65 in total bills payable
- Noquemanon Trails Network Office and Storage Lease Agreement
- Request to waive the minimum size for a Planned Unit Development
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on the rezoning of 301 W. Baraga Avenue. The agenda also includes scheduling a public hearing for the FY 2022 Budget and approving bills totaling $4,916,304.00.
- Rezoning of 301 W. Baraga Avenue
- Approval of bills payable totaling $4,916,304.00
- Founders Landing construction oversight contract change order up to $46,400
- Scheduling a public hearing for the FY 2022 Budget
- Noquemanon Trails Network lease agreement
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss a budget overview and hear comments from the City Manager. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the August 30, 2021, regular meeting.
- Approval of August 30, 2021, meeting minutes
- Budget overview discussion
City Commission
The City Commission will consider rezoning a portion of 2700 Lakeshore Boulevard from industrial to conservation and recreation use. This follows the city's acquisition of the property from WE Energies for future public enjoyment. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for Front Street and Baraga Avenue.
- Rezoning of a portion of 2700 Lakeshore Boulevard
- Rezoning of a portion of 213 S. Front Street
- Rezoning of 301 W. Baraga Avenue
- Approval of $4,556,109.01 in bills payable
- Sale of City Property at 213 S. Front St.
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget overview. The agenda includes scheduled comments from the Commission and the City Manager regarding the budget.
- Approval of August 9, 2021, meeting minutes
- Budget overview discussion
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission is holding a work session to review a budget overview. The agenda also includes announcements and time for public comments.
- Budget overview
City Commission
The City Commission will consider renewing the 2022 BCBSM Medicare Advantage PPO Group Contract with no rate change. The agenda includes scheduling public hearings for rezoning at 213 S. Front St., 2700 Lakeshore Blvd., and 301 W. Baraga Avenue. Additionally, the commission will review several special event permits and facility leases.
- Renewal of 2022 BCBSM Medicare Advantage PPO Group Contract
- Conditional Rezoning Agreement for 616 Fisher Street
- Public hearings for rezoning at 213 S. Front St., 2700 Lakeshore Blvd., and 301 W. Baraga Avenue
- Approval of $1,240,823.83 in total bills payable
- Special event permits for Night of Hope, Ore to Shore, and Rotary Club of Marquette West
City Commission
The City Commission will review the 2021-23 Strategic Plan and a Port Infrastructure Development Grant. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and several infrastructure maintenance items.
- Approval of $3,291,495.27 in total bills payable
- College Avenue Reconstruction cultural resources review
- DS Tech Telephone System Lease Agreement Extension
- Sanitary Manhole and Storm Water Catch Basin rehabilitation
- Upper Peninsula Community Rowing Club facility lease
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to review the Fiscal Year 2020 audit. Mike Grentz from Anderson Tackman & Co. will provide a presentation on the audit.
- Presentation of FY 2020 Audit by Mike Grentz, Anderson Tackman & Co.
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct a tour of streets and infrastructure in need of repairs. Following the tour, the commission will hold a work session to discuss the 2021-22 Capital Outlay Budget.
- Tour of streets and infrastructure in need of repairs
- Discussion of the 2021-22 Capital Outlay Budget
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission is considering a rezoning request for 1651 S. Front Street and the Vault Marquette Brownfield Plan. The agenda also includes votes on ordinances regarding street performers and open burning regulations.
- Rezoning of 1651 S. Front Street
- Vault Marquette Brownfield Plan
- Approval of $1,349,388 in bills payable
- Ordinance #695 regarding street performers
- MBLP Broadband Resolution
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss an update regarding the Vault Marquette Brownfield Plan. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as announcements and public comment.
- Vault Marquette Brownfield Plan Update
City Commission
The Commission will review presentations regarding the Digital Economy Initiative and community partnerships. The agenda includes votes on several consent items, such as ordinance first readings and contract modifications. Additionally, the body will address a housing committee report and bond authorizations.
- Authorization of 2021 Capital Improvement and Refunding Bonds
- Approval of $1,637,924.95 in total bills payable
- First reading of ordinances for street performers and Presque Isle open burning
- Public hearing schedule for the Vault Marquette Brownfield Plan
- Contract modification for BP 17-11 Solid Waste Collection Services
City Commission
The City Commission will review a request to conditionally rezone 616 Fisher Street from Medium Density Residential to Mixed-Use. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding short-term rentals and the appointment of a new City Treasurer. Additionally, the commission will consider approving bills totaling $986,521.53.
- Conditional rezoning of 616 Fisher Street
- Approval of $986,521.53 in bills payable
- Short-term rental resolution
- MNRTF Kids Cove Grant Agreement resolution
- Appointment of City Treasurer
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding a special assessment roll for fire code inspection fees and an amendment to the Duke LifePoint Marquette General Replacement Hospital Brownfield Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on street reconstruction projects and water filtration plant maintenance.
- Amendment to the Duke LifePoint Marquette General Replacement Hospital Brownfield Plan for the Beacon House facility
- Public hearing for Single Lot Special Assessment Roll #588 totaling $420.13
- Shiras Drive and Newberry Street reconstruction and sanitary laterals replacement projects
- Cost adjustment for W. Washington Street 100 Block streetscape and sidewalk projects
- Approval of bills payable in the amount of $762,071.87
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning vacant land adjacent to 505 Lakeshore Boulevard from Municipal to Mixed-Use. This change is intended to allow the transfer of an abandoned railroad right-of-way to property owners. The agenda also includes discussions on the City Manager search and various construction contracts.
- Rezoning vacant land adjacent to 505 Lakeshore Boulevard
- Approval of bills totaling $288,903.18
- Public hearing for Duke LifePoint Marquette General Replacement Hospital Brownfield Plan Amendment
- Construction contracts for Founders Pile Reuse and Williams Park Athletic Courts
- Artist selection for the Queen City Courts - Hurley Park Mural
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Savings Bank Building Project. This meeting is designated for discussion and does not include scheduled votes or decisions.
- Discussion regarding the Savings Bank Building Project
City Commission
This special meeting of the Marquette City Commission includes discussions regarding the City Manager search. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 1, 2021, special commission meeting.
- Approval of May 1, 2021, special Commission meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding the City Manager search
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission is holding a work session. The agenda includes a discussion about Lakeshore Boulevard and opportunities for public comment.
- Discussion - Lakeshore Boulevard
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to interview six candidates for the City Manager role. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 26, 2021, regular meeting.
- City Manager interviews with Sean Hobbins, Richard Downey, Gary Simpson, Daniel Stoltman, John Kramer, and Karen Kovacs
- Approval of April 26, 2021, regular Commission meeting minutes
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the city's Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as announcements and public comment.
- Strategic Plan discussion
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on the sale of 213 S. Front St. and the purchase of 702 Lakeshore Boulevard. The agenda also includes a notice regarding FY 21 Capital Improvement Bonds and a revised resolution for the East Baraga Avenue street system.
- Sale of City Property, 213 S. Front St.
- Purchase of Property, 702 Lakeshore Boulevard
- FY 21 Capital Improvement Bonds notice
- Approval of $1,369,909.18 in bills payable
- East Baraga Avenue street system resolution
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes announcements and opportunities for public comment.
- Strategic Plan discussion
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on the purchase of property at 702 Lakeshore Boulevard and a professional services contract for the Kids Cove Inclusive Playground. The meeting also includes presentations regarding recycling updates and wastewater solids handling improvements.
- Purchase of property at 702 Lakeshore Boulevard
- Professional services contract award for Kids Cove Inclusive Playground
- Rezoning request for land near 505 Lakeshore Boulevard from Municipal to Mixed-Use
- Approval of $262,050.63 in bills payable
- Sale of a surplus 2008 International plow truck via auction
City Commission
The City Commission will review appointments and reappointments to several local boards and committees. The agenda includes the approval of over $1.2 million in bills and various infrastructure projects. Additionally, the commission will consider a playground contract award and a marina grant application.
- Professional Services Contract Award for Kids Cove Inclusive Playground
- MDNR Waterways Grant Application for Presque Isle Marina
- Approval of $1,215,978.93 in total bills payable
- Appointment of Dennis Honch to Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority
- Presentation on Redistricting Michigan by MICRC General Counsel
City Commission
The City Commission met to discuss updates to the Water Use Ordinance and approve various city business. The commission authorized a professional services agreement for a legal and technical review of the ordinance. Other actions included approving appointments and several items within the consent agenda.
- Professional Services Agreement with Davis & Davis Law Offices, PLC (not to exceed $9,000)
- Approval of bills payable totaling $3,574,003.86
- Appointment of Marc Weinrick to the Downtown Development Authority
- KBIC and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians funding for the YMCA
- Purchase of an Articulated Wheel Loader
City Commission
The Marquette City Commission will discuss an update to the Water Use Ordinance. The meeting also includes appointing Marc Weinrick to the Downtown Development Authority and reviewing various consent agenda items.
- Update to the Water Use Ordinance
- Appointment of Marc Weinrick to the Downtown Development Authority
- Approval of $3,574,003.86 in bills payable
- KBIC and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians funding for the YMCA
- Purchase of an Articulated Wheel Loader
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the Founders Landing Pier Project. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom video conferencing.
- Founders Landing Pier Project discussion
City Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of five improperly zoned properties. The agenda also includes discussions on firefighter labor agreements, wage corrections, and the city manager search consultant award. Additionally, several appointments and reappointments to local boards will be reviewed.
- Rezoning of five improperly zoned properties
- Approval of bills totaling $1,385,625.96
- Firefighters’ labor agreement and wage correction
- City Manager search consultant award (RFP 21-01)
- Michigan Coastal Management Grant Agreement
City Commission
The City Commission and Ad-Hoc Housing Committee will hold a joint work session via Zoom. The agenda includes a presentation on the CUPPAD Housing Assessment and a discussion regarding an update on the Ad-Hoc Committee report.
- Presentation of the CUPPAD Housing Assessment
- Discussion of the Ad-Hoc Committee Report and committee update
City Commission
The commission will consider a contract modification for residential curbside solid waste collection services. The agenda also includes subcommittee reappointments for the City Manager replacement process. Additionally, the commission will review a presentation from the Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee.
- Contract modification for BP 17-11 residential curbside solid waste collection
- Approval of $1,155,155.27 in total bills payable
- Subcommittee reappointments for City Manager replacement process
- Fire Department turnout gear
- Police Dell laptops
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session via Zoom video conferencing. The meeting includes a presentation by the project team regarding Phase II of Lakeshore Boulevard.
- Presentation by Project Team on Phase II of Lakeshore Boulevard
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Land Development Code. The agenda also includes a vote on a COVID-19 vaccine resolution and consideration of development agreements. Additionally, the commission will review bills totaling $790,425.29.
- Public hearing for Ordinance #694 (Land Development Code Amendments)
- Vote on COVID-19 Vaccine Resolution
- Approval of $790,425.29 in bills payable
- Scheduling a public hearing to rezone five properties
- Founders Landing Parcel 2A Development Agreement