Marquette public meetings in 2023

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority adopted a revised Local Brownfield Revolving Fund (LBRF) Policy with a correction regarding residential housing units. The board also authorized the submittal of an Act 381 Work Plan for the Cliffs Dow project to EGLE for state tax capture approval.

• Adopted MBRA LBRF Policy with correction to housing property definition
• Authorized submittal of EGLE Act 381 Work Plan for Cliffs Dow
• Approved 2024 MBRA meeting schedule
• Approved $500.00 Pier Redevelopment Bond Agent Paying Fee
• Approved $3,332.48 payment to Mac Consulting Services
• Tabled Cliffs Dow legal expenses invoice until January meeting

Board of Light and Power

The Board approved several equipment purchases and safety inspections, including a $392,063.60 change order for engine maintenance. Members also authorized staff to execute a property easement and support a letter regarding regional energy legislation.

• Approved Bills Paid of $2,653,969.75 and future cash commitments of $2,896,997.96 (Unanimous)
• Approved $47,733.13 purchase of MEC engine #2 exhaust bellows and parts from Wartsila (Unanimous)
• Approved $392,063.60 change order for MEC engine #3 18k hour PM (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000.00 for Forestville & Tourist Park FERC Part 12D safety inspections by Barr Engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved annual exemption from PA 152 for benefit plan year Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized staff to support a letter from the Upper Peninsula Collaborative Development Council regarding energy legislation (Unanimous)
• Authorized staff to move forward with the execution of a property easement (4-1)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Marquette Housing Commission unanimously approved placing $1.5 million in an 18-month Certificate of Deposit and $1.5 million in a Money Market account. The board also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and discussed a potential purchase of a motel in Ishpeming for supportive housing, requesting further financial details from a partner organization.

• Approved agenda amendment to add supportive housing discussion (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved placing $1.5M in 18-month CD and $1.5M in Money Market account (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule for presentation to the city
• Discussed potential purchase of Ishpeming motel for supportive housing; requested purchase price and revenue data from Superior Connections

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee approved the 2024 meeting schedule and a motion to install combination pedestrian and bicycle crossing signs at Lakeshore and Hawley Street. Members discussed traffic light timing, sidewalk gaps on Wilson Street, and potential crossing improvements on Wright Street.

• Approved 2024 meeting times and dates
• Approved changing Lakeshore/Hawley Street signs to bicycle/pedestrian combination signs

City Planning Commission

The Commission approved a Special Land Use Permit to allow a marijuana grower to expand from Class B to Class C. The board also held a work session to review draft chapters of the Community Master Plan regarding housing and land use.

• Approved Special Land Use Permit 08-SUP-12-23 for Marijuana Grower Class C at 1917 Enterprise St. (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 11-14-23 by consensus

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several items via the consent agenda, including a request from the Marquette Yacht Club to expand its bottomland agreement. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a sister cities trip to Japan and a contract award for the Cultural Trail.

• Marquette Yacht Club bottomland expansion from 0.3 to 0.5 acres
• Ordinance 726 to repeal City Code Chapter 18 - Elections
• Presque Isle Dredging Project grant agreement approval
• Approval of total bills payable in the amount of $1,438,579.69
• Cultural Trail contract award

The City Commission awarded a $100,000 contract to Urban Ecosystems, LLC for the Cultural Trail. The commission also approved a consent agenda including bills payable and a dredging project grant agreement.

• Awarded $100,000 Cultural Trail contract to Urban Ecosystems, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,438,579.69 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Robert Caron to Downtown Development Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved Presque Isle Dredging Project grant agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved repeal of City Code Chapter 18 (Unanimous)
• Approved Recreation Master Plan contract (Unanimous)
• Approved Marquette Yacht Club bottomland expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 9, 2023. Members received a financial report and a report stating there were no permit violations for November.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review unanimously approved seven agenda items, which included a poverty exemption and corrections for clerical errors. The City Assessor provided briefings on economic condition factors, land value tables, and statute changes regarding veterans' and poverty exemptions.

• Approved July 18, 2023, BOR minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 7 agenda items including a poverty exemption and clerical errors (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board voted to return to a monthly meeting schedule for 2024 to accommodate the City Master Plan review. Jamie Glenn was appointed as Vice Chair. The board also received updates on various park grants and facility statuses.

• Appointed Jamie Glenn as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved reverting 2024 meeting calendar to once per month (unanimous)
• Scheduled February 2024 meeting for 2/12/24 (unanimous)
• Approved October 16 and November 13 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the sale of city property at 600 W. Spring Street and a resolution to establish polling locations. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Planning Commission and Downtown Development Authority, along with a presentation from the DDA Executive Director.

• Sale of City Property at 600 W. Spring Street
• Approval of $1,014,495.32 in bills payable
• Purchase of a Hot Water Trailer Mounted High Pressure Jetting Unit
• Resolution to Establish Polling Locations
• Reappointments to the Planning Commission and DDA

The City Commission approved the sale of city property at 600 W. Spring Street for a Habitat for Humanity housing project. The board also approved several board reappointments, a new BLP board member, and the establishment of polling locations.

• Approved sale of Parcel 0240012 (600 W. Spring Street) to Habitat for Humanity (6-1)
• Approved appointment of Gerald Irby to the Marquette Board of Light and Power (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing polling locations for election precincts (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,014,495.32 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointments for Cary Gottlieb (Planning Commission), Allison Clark (DDA), and Sean Hobbins (Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board) (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 726 to repeal City Code Chapter 18 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a Hot Water Trailer Mounted High Pressure Jetting Unit (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Marquette Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from October 5, 2023, and the agenda for this meeting. The board also voted to approve the proposed meeting dates for 2024. A case study for training purposes was discussed, but no further action was taken.

• Approved October 5, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (4-0)
• Discussed training case study (no vote recorded)

Election Board

The board unanimously adopted a resolution to consolidate election precincts. The 2024 meeting calendar was also approved.

• Adopted Resolution Consolidating Election Precincts (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Police-Fire Pension Board

The Police-Fire Pension Board approved an agreement for actuarial services and GASB 67/68 compliance. The board also authorized a membership renewal payment for MAPERS.

• Approved Actuarial Services & GASB 67/68 Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $200 MAPERS Membership Renewal 2024 payment (3-0)
• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board elected John Prince as Chair and Margaret Brumm as Vice-Chair/Secretary. Members approved several equipment purchases, including electric meters and replacement trucks, and recommended a candidate to fill a vacant board position.

• Elected John Prince as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Margaret Brumm as Vice-Chair/Secretary
• Approved $5,483,840.97 in bills payable (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023-2024 Board Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved $66,689.52 purchase of electric meters from RESCO (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two half-ton trucks ($45,500.00 and $48,154.48) and one one-ton plow truck ($50,683.00) from Fox Negaunee (unanimous)
• Recommended Gerald Irby to City Commission for vacant board position (unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved an amended FY2023-2024 budget to separate Teen Services from Youth Services and adopted a new Fee Schedule. The Board also established a formal description for the public comment process to clarify how the board interacts with the public.

• Approved October 2023 bills totaling $163,272.87 (5-0)
• Approved Amended Budget FY2023-2024 with a $2,100 increase to revenue and expenses (5-0)
• Approved Fee Schedule FY 2023-2024, including reducing color copy fees from $0.75 to $0.25 per page (5-0)
• Approved amended Public Comment Description for agendas and handouts (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed temporary traffic signal and stop sign changes at several intersections. A resident presented concerns regarding traffic light timing and maintenance, and the committee discussed the priority of road marking painting.

• Approved agenda and previous meeting minutes
• Tabled discussion on Washington St / Lakeshore intersection
• Agreed that painting road markings should be a priority early in the season

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a request to rezone 1025 Osprey Court from a Planned Unit Development district to a Multiple-Family Residential district. This action follows the expiration of previous development rights for the Hawk's Ridge PUD. The commission will also review various appointments, bills totaling $3,037,702.79, and a request for a license to use city property for a retaining wall on Jenny Lane.

• Rezoning of 1025 Osprey Court
• Rezoning of 905 N. Lakeshore Blvd.
• Approval of bills totaling $3,037,702.79
• DPW Labor Agreement
• License to use City property for a retaining wall on Jenny Lane

The City Commission approved rezoning for two properties and extended the Department of Public Works and Utilities Employees' Agreement. The commission also appointed members to the Public Art Commission and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. A request to use city property for a retaining wall on Jenny Lane was denied.

• Approved rezoning 1025 Osprey Court to Multiple Family Residential district (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 905 N. Lakeshore Blvd. to Mixed-Use district (Unanimous)
• Approved DPW and Utilities Employees' Agreement extension through Sept 30, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Denied license to use City property for retaining wall on Jenny Lane (2-5)
• Approved $3,037,702.79 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Appointed Emily Tobin-Lavoy to Public Art Commission and Jon Nebel to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Recommended Sean Hobbins for Marquette County Transit Authority and Ian Davis for Marquette County Central Dispatch Policy Board (Unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved special land use permits for vehicle repair and outdoor retail at 1015 W. Baraga Ave. The approval requires the applicant to submit an amended plan to address staff comments. The commission also adopted its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved special land use permits for vehicle repair and outdoor retail at 1015 W. Baraga Ave. (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 Planning Commission meeting dates (6-0)
• Approved October 3, 2023 meeting minutes (consensus)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold elections for the positions of Mayor and Mayor Pro-tem. The meeting also includes a procedure to fill a vacancy on the City Commission.

• Election of Mayor
• Election of Mayor Pro-tem
• Procedure to fill BLP vacancy
• Marquette Area Public Schools ice contract for $19,340
• Approval of total bills payable in the amount of $6,365,924.35

The City Commission appointed its leadership for the coming year and swore in newly elected and re-elected commissioners. The board also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and established a process to fill a vacancy on the Board of Light and Power.

• Appointed Sally Davis as Mayor (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Hanley as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable of $6,365,924.35 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 City Commission Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved procedure to accept BLP vacancy applications until Nov 24, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Marquette Area Public Schools Ice Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Hockey Mutineers of Marquette Locker Room Lease Agreement (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the October 2023 bills and financial reports. The Board received updates on a draft TIF plan, upcoming holiday events, and a $1,325 MiWish grant for an eyewash station.

• Approved minutes from 10/12/2023
• Approved bills for 10/1/23-10/31/23
• Approved financial reports as of 10/30/2023

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes by 4-0 votes. Members reviewed the first financial report of the new fiscal year, noting that new rates are effective immediately with October 2023 bills. The operations report confirmed no permit violations in October and detailed routine maintenance activities.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 19, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Public Art Commission

The commission selected three designers and one alternate to create concept designs for the DragonFly project. The board also approved the Class Connections newsletter and maintained its current meeting schedule.

• Approved top three selections (#12 Wignall, #5 Boswell, #4 Seese) and one alternate (#7 Franco) for concept design invitations
• Approved the Class Connections newsletter
• Approved maintaining the 2023/24 meeting calendar for Wednesday nights at 6:30pm
• Approved November Agenda
• Approved October Minutes

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee approved a new meeting schedule for 2024. Members discussed the upcoming 2025 move from the PWPL lower level and the need for a needs assessment in January 2024. Several master plan items were tabled.

• Approved 2024 meeting schedule for the 1st Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m.
• Approved September minutes
• Tabled Economic Impact Plan
• Tabled Art & Culture Master Plan
• Tabled Community Master Plan

City Commission

The City Commission will review several consent agenda items including a building HVAC services contract and biogas media replacement. New business includes discussions on naming the Peg Hirvonen Bandshell and a waterfront safety warning system.

• Renew three-year Building HVAC Services Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. for $104,610 in the first year
• Approve biogas conditioning media and testing expenditure not to exceed $35,000
• Schedule public hearing for rezoning of 905 N. Lakeshore Blvd.
• Schedule public hearing for rezoning of 1025 Osprey Court
• Approve total bills payable in the amount of $3,962,857.53

The City Commission approved the purchase of four waterfront warning towers and the naming of a future bandshell. The commission also approved nearly $4 million in bills and several service contracts via a consent agenda.

• Approved purchase of four warning towers from SwimSmart Technology, LLC for $95,240 (Unanimous)
• Approved naming the future Presque Isle Park bandshell 'The Peg Hirvonen Bandshell' (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,962,857.53 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved $419.56 travel reimbursement for Commissioner Larson (6-0)
• Approved Building HVAC Services Contract (Unanimous)
• Approved Cliffs-Dow Compliance Legal Counsel Annual Retention Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Ice Use and Locker Room Lease Agreements for Hockey Mutineers of Marquette (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for rezoning at 905 N. Lakeshore Blvd. and 1025 Osprey Court (Unanimous)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority rescinded budget allocations for HRS Founders Landing due to an unexecuted reimbursement agreement. The board also extended the Vault Marquette pre-development period and approved several TIF reimbursements and invoices.

• Rescinded budget allocations for HRS Founders Landing, LLC under Founders Landing Brownfield Plan Parcel #2A
• Approved 2023 Brownfield TIF Reimbursements
• Extended Vault Marquette Pre-Development Period to December 31, 2025
• Approved $203,387.77 payment for Founders Landing bond and pier expenses
• Approved $539,467.25 payment for DLP MSC Infrastructure
• Approved $35,411.25 final bond payment for Liberty Way
• Approved $91,517.00 payment to the State Brownfield Fund
• Approved $4,830.00 payment to Mac Consulting Service

Police-Fire Pension Board

The board approved a payment to Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company and established the 2024 meeting schedule. Financial reports as of September 30, 2023, were reviewed and filed.

• Approved September 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $11,325 invoice for Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company (3-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule (3-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board unanimously approved $2,623,810.06 in bills payable and future cash commitments of $3,624,613.30. It also authorized purchases for control modules and building signage. The Board reviewed the Executive Director's performance and recognized Board member E. Angeli for completing his second term.

• Approved Bills Paid of $2,623,810.06 and future cash commitments of $3,624,613.30 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of MEC Cylinder Control Modules & Power Distribution Module from Wartsila for $38,678.72 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of building signage from Cook Signs for $30,625.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved September 26th, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Marquette Housing Commission approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, the consent agenda, and four resolutions concerning utility allowances, the administration plan, HCV quality control inspections, and fair market rates.

• Approved meeting agenda (Metz/Tharp)
• Approved July meeting minutes (Metz/Tharp)
• Approved September 7 special meeting minutes (Tharp/Metz)
• Approved September 14 special meeting minutes (Tharp/Metz)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously (Metz/Tharp)
• Approved Resolution 2024-1 Utility allowance (Metz/Tharp)
• Approved Resolution 2024-2 Administration Plan (Metz/Tharp)
• Approved Resolution 2024-3 HCV quality control inspection (Tharp/Metz)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees approved revised by-laws and September bills. Members received updates on a rebranding project and the operations of the Technical Services Department.

• Approved revised GOV - 6 By-Laws of the PWPL Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Approved September 2023 bills totaling $239,013.37 (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (4-0)
• Approved September 26, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Facility Advisory Board approved a new per unit rate of 2.421 for the 2024 fiscal year. The board also reviewed financial reports, operational updates, and the status of ongoing facility construction projects.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 21, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved FY24 per unit rate of 2.421 (3-0)

Election Board

The Board successfully tested election programming and equipment and sealed the testing materials. The City Clerk provided updates on absentee balloting and the statewide early voting pilot program.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Completed public accuracy test for November 7, 2023 Election

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee rescheduled its monthly meeting time and set a new date for its presentation to the City Commission. Members discussed incorporating 'complete street' concepts and specific intersection safety concerns into the upcoming presentation.

• Changed monthly meeting time to 5pm (unanimous)
• Rescheduled City Commission presentation to April 8, 2024
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the distribution of FY'23 TIF funds to Innovation Marquette Enterprise Corp. The board also established its 2024 meeting schedule and reviewed a financial and operations report from the SmartZone CEO.

• Approved FY’23 LDFA Distribution of TIF Funds to Innovation Marquette Enterprise Corp (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule for Jan 16, April 15, July 15, and Oct 21 (unanimous)
• Approved July 17th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board unanimously supported naming the bandshell after Peg Hirvonen following a funding pledge from the Hirvonen Foundation. Members also decided to move to a bi-monthly meeting schedule for 2024.

• Approved naming of bandshell as 'Peg Hirvonen Bandshell' (unanimous)
• Approved changing 2024 meeting calendar to every other month (unanimous)
• Approved August 21 and September 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved a $55,000 snow removal contract and a $4,014 holiday basket contract. The board also approved bills for payment totaling $139,126.69 and received updates on TIF planning and downtown security.

• Approved 2023-24 snow removal contract to Enright Excavating for $55,000
• Approved holiday basket contract to Rock River Farms for $4,014
• Approved bills for approval from 9/1/23-9/30/23 totaling $139,126.69
• Approved September 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the installation timeline for the 'Words to Live & Bike By' project. Members discussed updates on the Cultural Trail, the OSCILLATION project, and the Spear Dock public art benches.

• Approved installation of 'Words to Live & Bike By' during Art Week 2024 (majority)
• Approved amendment to agenda for 2024 meeting schedule discussion (majority)
• Approved September meeting minutes (majority)

City Commission

The City Commission is conducting a public hearing to solicit input on six recommended changes to the City Charter. These proposals include adjustments to meeting schedules, anti-nepotism language, board term limits, and election procedures.

• Public hearing regarding proposed City Charter amendments
• Appointment of Allison Peters to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Mateo McNeely to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
• Approval of bills payable totaling $8,635,131.83
• Public art contract discussion regarding Seven Grandfather Teachings

The City Commission approved the first phase of the Seven Grandfather Teachings public art project. The board also directed staff to draft ballot language for six proposed city charter amendments.

• Approved phase one of Seven Grandfather Teachings public art project (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ballot language for six charter amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,635,131.83 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Allison Peters and Mateo McNeely to Arts and Culture Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Marquette Junior Hockey Corporation concession lease agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Co-Generation Maintenance Services (Unanimous)
• Approved GEI Change Order for Tourist Park SHPO Review (Unanimous)
• Approved Lighthouse Renovation and purchase of Belt Press Polymer (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Marquette Board of Zoning Appeals approved a fence height and 50% open construction fence variance for 1148 W. Washington St. to avoid building over Whetstone Creek. The board also approved side yard and front yard variances for 223 Genesee St. to allow the enclosure of an existing unenclosed porch on a narrow lot.

• Approved minutes of August 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved 3-ft fence height and 50% open construction fence variance at 1148 W. Washington St. (4-0)
• Approved 2.3-ft side yard and 7.3-ft front yard variances for 223 Genesee St. (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The Commission approved special land use permits for a supportive housing facility and a recreational trail expansion. It also recommended two rezoning requests to the City Commission following the expiration of previous development agreements.

• Approved Special Land Use Permit for Noquemenon Trail Network expansion at 3201 Division St. (8-0)
• Approved Special Land Use Permit for supportive housing at 616 Fisher St. (8-0)
• Recommended rezoning 1025 Osprey Ct. from PUD to Multiple Family Residential (8-0)
• Recommended rezoning 905 Lakeshore Blvd. from PUD to Mixed-Use (8-0)
• Cancelled the October 17 meeting

Police-Fire Pension Board

The Board adopted a change in actuary mortality assumptions to the Pub-2010 Safety series. It also approved retirement applications for two individuals and endorsed a new police member's participation in the program.

• Adopted change in mortality assumptions to Pub-2010 Safety series (3-0)
• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved mailing of notification letter to retirees (3-0)
• Accepted age and service retirement application for John Inch (3-0)
• Accepted age and service retirement application for Timothy Forslund (3-0)
• Endorsed new police member's participation in retirement program (3-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board unanimously approved the 2023/24 annual budget following a public hearing. The Board also authorized the purchase of a bucket truck, exhaust bellows, and land for utility purposes.

• Approved 2023/24 MBLP Budget (unanimous)
• Approved $290,980.00 purchase of VST-6000 Bucket Truck from Custom Truck One (unanimous)
• Approved $71,230.00 purchase of replacement exhaust bellows from Wartsila (unanimous)
• Approved $4,597,229.04 in Bills Paid and $1,315,641.71 in future cash commitments (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to purchase land for utility purposes (unanimous)
• Approved August 29 and September 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 23/24 year-end budget transfers, ensuring the final budget is balanced without using library savings funds. They also adopted the 2024 meeting and holiday closing schedules and approved the CIRC-2 Library of Things policy. A report on by-laws was presented for first reading, but no action was taken on those changes.

• Approved August 2023 bills totaling $164,799.84 (5-0)
• Adopted Fiscal Year 23/24 year-end budget transfers (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 Library Board meeting schedule (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 Library holiday and closing schedule (5-0)
• Approved CIRC-2 Library of Things policy (5-0)
• By-laws committee report received for first reading; no action taken

City Commission

The Commission is holding a public hearing to receive input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and General Appropriations Act. This budget outlines revenues and expenditures for various city funds starting October 1, 2023. The agenda also includes hearings regarding brownfield plan amendments for Cliffs Dow and Founders Landing.

• Public hearing on FY 2024 Budget and General Appropriations Act
• Cliffs Dow Brownfield Plan Amendment
• Founders Landing Brownfield Plan Amendment
• Approval of bills payable totaling $3,567,254.67
• Evaluations for City Attorney and City Manager

The City Commission unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and General Appropriations Act. The board also authorized several labor agreement extensions for City Hall employees, police, and supervisors, and extended the contracts of the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Adopted FY 2024 Budget and General Appropriations Act (Unanimous)
• Approved Cliffs Dow and Founders Landing Brownfield Plan Amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,567,254.67 in bills payable via Consent Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023 budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Extended City Attorney contract to Sept. 30, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Extended City Manager contract to Sept. 30, 2026 and increased severance to six months (Unanimous)
• Approved City Hall Employees' Labor Agreement through Sept. 30, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved Police and Supervisory Employees Labor Agreements (Unanimous)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 24, 2023. Members received a financial report regarding per unit rate calculations and an operations report.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board did not hold a meeting on September 18, 2023, because a quorum was not present. Consequently, no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Downtown Development Authority

The board approved a renewed operating and maintenance agreement with the City of Marquette and updated personnel policies. Support was granted for a 50-mile bike race and an expanded New Year's ball-drop event. The board also authorized repairs to the Bluff St. parking elevator sill.

• Approved operating and maintenance agreement with City of Marquette
• Approved personnel policy updates including PTO and discipline policies
• Approved repair of Bluff St. parking elevator sill
• Approved support for 50-mile bike race on September 16
• Approved support for expanded family-friendly New Year's ball-drop
• Approved August 2023 bills and financial reports

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library and the Township Advisory Council held a joint meeting on September 13, 2023. No substantive business was conducted during the session.

• Approved the agenda (3-0)

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the installation of a bird mural by Matt Betts at the Moosewood Nature Center and its subsequent addition to the city's art collection. Members also decided to clear the 'Words to Live and Bike By' sidewalks in the spring to allow for restoration. The commission reviewed updates on the Spear dock project and the Dragonfly sculpture submissions.

• Approved implementation of Matt Betts' mural at Moosewood Nature Center and its addition to the collection (unanimous)
• Approved clearing 'Words to Live and Bike By' sidewalks in the spring to revisit lost words (unanimous)
• Approved September 13 agenda (majority)
• Approved August minutes (majority)

Board of Light and Power

The Board of Light and Power approved the agenda as presented with a unanimous vote. The 2023‑24 operating budget was presented for discussion but no vote was taken. No public comments or additional business were reported, and the meeting adjourned at 4:08 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee approved a new recommendation for parking at the Sheriff's Department to better accommodate handicap spots. It also recommended adding no-parking signs to the 1100 block of Division Street to improve visibility at the Genesee Street intersection.

• Approved recommendation to designate two spots east of the sidewalk at the Sheriff's Department for 'Police or Sheriff Use Only'
• Recommended city erect no-parking signs on the west side of the 1100 block of Division Street near the Genesee Street intersection
• Removed Third Street Marketplace unloading zone request from agenda
• Approved agenda and minutes

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several appointments to local boards and committees. The meeting includes presentations on the Charter Study Group and a downtown TIF update. Additionally, the commission will schedule public hearings for the FY 2024 budget and potential city charter amendments.

• Approval of bills payable totaling $2,549,563.04
• Scheduling public hearings for the FY 2024 budget
• Scheduling public hearings for possible city charter amendments
• Scheduling public hearings for Cliffs Dow and Founders Landing brownfield plan amendments
• Renewal of transcription services contract with iMedat, LLC

The City Commission unanimously approved total bills payable of $2,549,563.04 and a series of appointments to city boards and committees. The Commission also scheduled public hearings for the FY 2024 Budget, possible City Charter amendments, and two Brownfield Plan amendments.

• Approved total bills payable of $2,549,563.04 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Public Art Commission, Traffic/Parking Advisory Board, Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, Arts and Culture Advisory Committee, and Board of Zoning Appeals (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for FY 2024 Budget (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for possible City Charter Amendments (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Cliffs Dow Brownfield Plan Amendment (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Founders Landing Brownfield Plan Amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved contract for Transcription Services (Unanimous)
• Approved lease for Temporary Public Art Sound Light Installation (Unanimous)

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The Commission approved the implementation of a bird mural by Matt Betts at the Moosewood Nature Center and its subsequent addition to the MPAC collection. Members also decided to clear sidewalks for the 'Words to Live and Bike By' project in the spring. The commission reviewed updates on the Spear dock and Oscillation projects.

• Approved implementation of Matt Betts' bird mural at Moosewood site and its addition to the collection (unanimous)
• Approved motion to turn sidewalks back into a blank slate in the spring for 'Words to Live and Bike By' (unanimous)
• Approved September agenda (majority)
• Approved August minutes (majority)

City Planning Commission

The Commission reviewed a progress update on the Community Master Plan renewal and land use data. Members decided that climate action, mobility, and housing will be the primary issues addressed in the upcoming annual report to the City Commission.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved minutes of 08-15-23 by consensus
• Decided to include Climate Action Plan, Mobility, and Housing as top issues in the annual report

Board of Light and Power

The Board authorized the purchase of land for utility purposes following a closed session. Additionally, the Board approved over $2 million in bills payable and several equipment and maintenance contracts.

• Approved purchase of land for utility purposes (Unanimous)
• Approved Bills Payable totaling $2,034,203.45 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of kidney loop filtration system from RL Balconi for $34,516.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved MEC engine #1 18k hours post inspection parts & labor change order from Wartsila for $103,127.23 (Unanimous)
• Approved AMI maintenance agreement from Aclara Technologies for $32,309.42 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 MERS employee & officer delegates (Unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider an emergency purchase of a used fire truck to support fire department operations. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding fiscal agency for YMCA youth programs and parking licenses.

• Emergency purchase of a 2001 Pierce Enforcer pumper
• Grant of license for American Legion parking at 700 West Bluff Street
• KBIC funding of $6,000 for YMCA youth programs via city pass-through
• Sault Ste. Marie Tribe funding of $6,000 for YMCA youth programs via city pass-through
• Approval of total bills payable in the amount of $1,199,460.38

The City Commission designated the Peter White Public Library as a polling location and early voting precinct. The Commission also approved the emergency purchase of a used fire truck and processed over $1.1M in bills.

• Established Peter White Public Library as early voting precinct (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency purchase of 2001 Pierce Enforcer pumper truck not to exceed $38,695.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable of $1,199,460.38 (Unanimous)
• Approved Grant of License for American Legion Parking (Unanimous)
• Approved KBIC Funding for the YMCA (Unanimous)
• Approved Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Funding for the YMCA (Unanimous)

Police-Fire Pension Board

The Board approved the addition of three police and one fire member to the retirement program. It also authorized the Treasurer to sign paperwork for Principal's retirement payment center services. The Board reviewed actuary and investment reports for the fund.

• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved use of Principal's retirement payment center services for benefit inquiry and updates (3-0)
• Endorsed new membership for three police and one fire employee (3-0)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the July 20, 2023, minutes. Staff reported a total phosphorus permit violation for July and provided updates on the Biosolids Handling Project, including a $130,000 expenditure from a contingency fund to remove concrete from an excavation site.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

This special meeting of the Marquette City Commission features a budget overview. The session includes discussion and comments from both the Commission and the City Manager.

• Approval of August 14, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Budget overview discussion

City Commission

The City Commission held a special meeting to review the budget, including the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Outlay. The session included discussions on fire station consolidation and the Lakeview Arena Special Revenue Fund. No substantive votes on budget appropriations were recorded.

• Approved August 14, 2023 regular Commission meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 13, 2023. No new business was introduced, and the meeting consisted primarily of staff reports on grants and project updates.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The board approved plan amendments for the Cliffs Dow and Founders Landing projects and recommended them to the City Commission for public hearings. The board also approved several project-related invoices and reviewed financial reports.

• Approved Cliffs Dow Brownfield Plan Amendment and recommended public hearing on Sept 25, 2023
• Approved Founders Landing Brownfield Plan Amendment and recommended public hearing on Sept 25, 2023
• Approved $600.00 Founders Landing Bond Paying Agent Fee
• Approved $300.00 DLP Paying Agent MSC Bonds invoice
• Approved $9,887.73 Habitat Phase II ESA and BEA invoice
• Approved $2,920.38 Mac Consulting invoice
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled LBRF Policy Revision discussion to the next meeting

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed public requests regarding one-wheeler access to multi-use paths and the reinstallation of a 4-way stop at Pine and Fair. Several parking and signage items were noted as being in the queue for engineering or commission approval.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Tabled Third Street Marketplace unloading zone request
• Moved City Commission T & P Committee Presentation to December 18
• Approved parking restrictions on North and South sides of Lakeshore Blvd & Pine St (pending measurement and commission approval)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a Special Land Use Permit for a distillery featuring light manufacturing and retail use. The approval includes conditions regarding future expansions and the verification of a previous fuel tank removal.

• Approved Special Land Use Permit 04-SUP-08-23 for distillery at 1901 & 1903 Presque Isle Ave (6-0)
• Conditioned distillery approval on Planning Commission approval for any expansion
• Recommended confirmation of previous fuel tank removal before distillery renovations
• Required amended site plan for distillery to meet staff comments
• Approved August 15, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 minutes by consensus

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the performance evaluation process for the City Manager and City Attorney. The agenda also includes a contract award for the Kids Cove Playground and several consent agenda items.

• Purchase of fire department radios and chargers up to $190,948.50
• Contract award and budget amendment for Kids Cove Playground
• Planned Unit Development Agreement for 480 River Park Circle - Lot 12
• Presque Isle Dredging Project NEPA Technical Services Change Order
• Appointment of Allison Clark to the Downtown Development Authority

The Commission approved a contract for the Kids Cove Inclusive Playground and a corresponding budget amendment. They also authorized a committee to evaluate the performance of the City Manager and City Attorney. Waste Management presented proposals for cart usage and parking bans that were discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved $1,601,528 contract with Associated Constructors LLC for Kids Cove Inclusive Playground (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for Kids Cove Inclusive Playground for $1,750,000 in revenues and expenditures (Unanimous)
• Authorized appointment of three Commissioners to a committee for City Manager and City Attorney performance evaluations (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Allison Clark to the Downtown Development Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable in the amount of $4,934,639.31 (Unanimous)
• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee selected 10 recipients for the Annual Art Awards across various categories. Members also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and discussed the FY 23 Work Plan regarding staffing and event funding.

• Approved July 2022 minutes
• Selected Susan Divine for Arts Advocate award
• Selected The Gallery for Arts Business award
• Selected Barbara Rhyneer for Arts Educator award
• Selected Robert Mercure for Arts Volunteer award
• Selected Sawftsea for Visual Artist award
• Selected Troy Graham for Performing Artist award
• Selected Larry Buege for Writer award

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved the FY 2024 budget, which includes a reserved permit fee increase from $65 to $70 per month. The budget accounts for projected increases in TIF and parking income and higher personnel costs for health insurance. The board also approved the consent agenda and July 2023 bills.

• Approved FY 2024 budget
• Approved consent agenda including 7/13/2023 minutes
• Approved bills for 7/01/2023 — 7/31/2023
• Excused absences of M. Morrison, R. Stern, and R. Carron

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July meeting. Members discussed progress on the Cultural Trail, the 'Words to Live and Bike By' project, and the Sonic Runway contract.

• Approved meeting agenda (majority)
• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July meeting. Members discussed progress on the Cultural Trail, the Sonic Runway contract, and the Dragonfly sculpture RFQ. No other formal votes on projects were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (majority)
• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved the FY23/24 operating budget and set a 4% wage increase for administration and non-union staff. It also adopted a new investment operations policy and approved a wage reopener agreement for AFSCME union staff.

• Approved FY23/24 Operating Budget (4-0)
• Approved 4% wage increase for Administration and Non-Union Staff (4-0)
• Adopted AFSCME Wage Scale and Tentative Agreement dated July 18, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved June and July 2023 bills totaling $337,048.44 (4-0)
• Approved FY2023-2024 Carroll Paul Trust Budget as amended (4-0)
• Adopted MGT-10 Investment Operations Policy (4-0)
• Elected Anne Donohue, Eyre Becker, and Brad Winnicki to Superiorland Library Cooperative Board (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda and June 20, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for a side yard variance and a front area hard surface coverage variance. These approvals allow for the construction of an attached garage, a mudroom addition, and a widened driveway on a narrow lot.

• Approved 3-ft side yard and 11.36% front area hard surface coverage variance for 914 W. Kaye Ave. (5-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a new site condominium development request for "The Bluffs" on Forestville Basin Trail. The agenda also includes an environmental presentation regarding the former Cliffs-Dow property and a vote to support housing funds for Rolling Meadows Apartments.

• Site Condominium Development Request - "The Bluffs" on Forestville Basin Trail
• Environmental presentation regarding the former Cliffs-Dow Property Transaction
• Letter of Support for Rolling Meadows Apartments
• $9,833 construction change order for Presque Isle Marina
• Approval of $3,651,454.76 in total bills payable

The City Commission unanimously approved a site condominium development request for "The Bluffs" on Forestville Basin Trail. The commission also approved a consent agenda including over $3.6 million in bills. A presentation was given regarding environmental considerations for the former Cliffs-Dow property, though no action was taken.

• Approved "The Bluffs" condominium subdivision on Forestville Basin Trail (Unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable of $3,651,454.76 (Unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Rolling Meadows (Unanimous)
• Approved Presque Isle Marina Construction Services Change Order (Unanimous)
• Approved Superior Trade Zone Appointments (Unanimous)
• Approved Wright Street Sidewalk Easement (Unanimous)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved budget amendments for FY 2023 and the FY 2024 budget. The board also authorized a payment for consulting services. Discussions were held regarding project updates for the NMU Foundation and Founders Landing.

• Approved FY 2023 budget amendments
• Approved FY 2024 Brownfield Authority budget and recommended City Commission approval
• Approved $4,770 payment to Mac Consulting Services for work from March to August 2023
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled LBRF Policy Revision discussion to the next meeting

Police-Fire Pension Board

The board approved the June 27, 2023 meeting minutes and reviewed financial reports as of June 30, 2023. A decision regarding Principal Direction for Retirement Payment Center Services was tabled until August. The board also noted a non-vested member resigned and withdrew contributions.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled Principal Direction for Retirement Payment Center Services until August meeting (3-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board of Light and Power approved several equipment purchases and maintenance contracts, including engine services and transformers. The Board also authorized a technical service agreement for the second interconnection project. Bills payable totaling $2,176,720.92 were approved.

• Approved Bills Payable totaling $2,176,720.92 (Unanimous)
• Approved $32,363.40 for substation maintenance services from Premier Power Maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,613.40 for pole mounted 25kVA single phase transformers from Border States (Unanimous)
• Approved $365,718.00 for MEC engine #3 18k hour Preventative maintenance services from Wartsila (Unanimous)
• Approved authorization for Executive Director to enter technical service agreement with Black & Veatch for second interconnection (Unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Commission approved Resolution 2023-4 regarding a No Trespass Policy. The board also noted that the Commission will separate from the City of Marquette effective October 1, 2023, though the City will continue to appoint board commissioners.

• Approved Resolution 2023-4 No Trespass Policy
• Approved Executive Director's report
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the June 15, 2023, minutes. Members reviewed a financial report showing $2 million in revenue and $2.8 million in expenditures. The FY24 budget, proposing $4.785 million for revenue and expenditures, will be presented to the Commission for approval next month.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review unanimously approved all agenda items, including property tax exemptions and clerical errors. The board also approved the March 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved veteran’s exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved poverty exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved clerical error corrections (unanimous)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee voted unanimously to change its name to better reflect its mission. Members also recommended new parking restrictions and a pedestrian walkway at Lakeshore Boulevard and Pine Street to improve safety.

• Unanimously voted to adopt the name 'Complete Streets Advisory Committee'
• Recommended banning parking on the south side of Pine St at the Lakeshore intersection
• Recommended limiting parking on the north side of Pine St at the Lakeshore intersection
• Recommended installing a pedestrian walkway on the north side of Pine St
• Tabled Third Street Marketplace loading zone request to next month's meeting

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing for a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) application to expand a brewery's brewing system and seating. The meeting included discussion on noise buffering, accessibility, and parking. No final vote on the application was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes of 06-20-23 by consensus

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the distribution of TIF funds to the Innovation Marquette Enterprise Corporation. The board also accepted the FY’24 budget proposal and approved the minutes from the April 17th meeting.

• Approved distribution of $416,153.31 in TIF funds to Innovation Marquette Enterprise Corporation (Unanimous)
• Accepted FY’24 LDFA Budget Proposal
• Approved April 17th meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

No meeting was held on this date. No decisions were made.

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved the consent agenda, including financial reports and bills for approval from June 2023. The DDA decided to postpone a pay station software upgrade based on representative recommendations. The Board also received a report on the growth and revenue of the Wednesday and Saturday Farmers Markets.

• Approved agenda
• Excused absence of M. Morrison
• Approved consent agenda including 6/8/2023 minutes and financial reports as of 6/30/2023
• Approved bills for approval from 6/01/2023 — 6/30/2023 totaling $126,904.48
• Postponed pay station software upgrade

Election Board

The Board adopted a resolution to delegate specific election duties to the local clerk or an authorized assistant. City Clerk Kyle Whitney provided updates on Proposal 22-2 regarding early voting and precinct consolidations.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution to delegate specific election duties (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The Commission selected the Midwest Art Conservation Center for conservation work and set a pay rate for students painting the 'Words to live and bike by' project. Members also established a preference order for proposals submitted by Jason Quigno.

• Approved paying students $15 an hour to paint letters for 'Words to live and bike by' (unanimous)
• Approved Midwest Art Conservation Center for conservation bids (unanimous)
• Established preferred order of Jason Quigno proposals as 1, 3, 4, 2

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary Planned Unit Development for 480 River Park Circle. The proposal includes 14 live/work dwellings, a restaurant, light industrial use, and outdoor recreation areas such as camping and trails. The Planning Commission has recommended approval of this plan with conditions.

• Public hearing for 480 River Park Circle development
• Approval of $1,039,895.97 in total bills payable
• Appointment of John Stewart to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Special event permits for Outback Art Fair and Upper Echelon 2023
• Windstone Condominium utility easement agreement

The City Commission unanimously approved the Preliminary Planned Unit Development Plan for 480 River Park Circle to establish Shophouse Park. The commission also approved a series of consent agenda items, including over $1 million in bills payable.

• Approved Planned Unit Development at 480 River Park Circle (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of John Stewart to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable of $1,039,895.97 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023 regular Commission meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Corrective Public Utility Easement Agreement for Windstone Condominium (Unanimous)
• Approved MERS Annual Meeting Officer Delegate Appointment (Unanimous)
• Approved Outback Art Fair Special Event Permit (Unanimous)
• Approved Upper Echelon 2023 Special Event Permit (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board reviewed a variance request for a property at 1029 Second St regarding a concrete patio and pergola. The minutes provided do not record a final vote or decision on the request.

• Approved May 4, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Police-Fire Pension Board

The Police-Fire Pension Board approved the renewal of fiduciary liability insurance and endorsed new members for the retirement program. The board reviewed financial reports as of May 31, 2023, and tabled a discussion on retirement payment center services.

• Approved May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Endorsed new police and fire members' participation in retirement program (2-0)
• Approved $4,908 premium for Fiduciary Liability insurance renewal (2-0)
• Tabled discussion on Principal Direction for Retirement Payment Center Services (2-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board approved over $1.38 million in bills payable and authorized purchases for substation controls and engine cylinder liners. The Board also approved changes to employee benefit plans and opted out of PA-95.

• Approved Bills Payable totaling $1,388,604.33 (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 purchase for #4 substation LTC engineering and commissioning from GRP Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved $55,919.24 purchase of MEC engine cylinder liners from Wartsila (unanimous)
• Approved MERS 457 Plan Change to allow loan options for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing membership in West Michigan Health Insurance Pool (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to opt-out of PA-95 (unanimous)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Commission approved Resolution 2023-3 regarding accounts payable policy. The board also approved the Executive Director's report, which detailed property inspections and the transition of payroll and benefits away from the City.

• Approved Resolution 2023-3 Accounts Payable Policy
• Approved Executive Director's report
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

City Commission

The Marquette City Commission is meeting to review appointments to local boards and presentations from the Local Development Finance Authority. The agenda also includes a vote on recognizing Camp UPeninsulin as a non-profit and approving utility easements for DLP Marquette General Hospital.

• Approval of $993,858.06 in total bills payable
• Resolution to recognize Camp UPeninsulin as a local non-profit
• Utility easement approval for DLP Marquette General Hospital
• GEI Change Order for Tourist Park SHPO Review
• Northern Michigan University agreement for Lakeview ice contract

The City Commission voted against a concessionaire lease for Kuuma Sauna, LLC. The board approved several appointments and a consent agenda including nearly $1 million in bills. Officials also received presentations regarding the Innovate Marquette SmartZone and a proposed new veterans home.

• Denied lease agreement with Kuuma Sauna, LLC (3-4)
• Approved $993,858.06 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Stephen Swentik to Local Officers Compensation Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Michael Potts to Harbor Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Dennis Honch to Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including DLP Marquette General Hospital utility easements and SpinwayMQT lease addendum (Unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved $164,145.52 in bills for May 2023 and adopted updated FOIA procedures and guidelines. The Board also appointed Anne Donohue to the Superiorland Library Cooperative Board of Trustees through September 30, 2026.

• Approved May 2023 bills totaling $164,145.52 (4-0)
• Approved early closure at 5:00 pm on July 3, 2023 (4-0)
• Appointed Anne Donohue to Superiorland Library Cooperative Board through Sept 30, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved edited FOIA procedures, public summary, and itemization documents (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (4-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (3-0, 1 abstention)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Commission approve a site condominium proposal for the Forestville Basin Trail with specific conditions regarding city services. The commission also reviewed a special land use permit for a multi-use building featuring a marihuana retailer at 420 N. Third Street.

• Recommended approval of Forestville Basin Trail Site Condominiums (09-SPR-06-23 & 01-CSD-06-23) (5-0)
• Conditioned Forestville Basin approval on the submission of an amended plan to meet staff comments
• Conditioned Forestville Basin approval on Master Deed language stating limited City services are available and infrastructure costs are the responsibility of landowners

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the May 18, 2023, minutes. Members reviewed financial reports and operational updates, including permit violations caused by high influent flows in early May.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the agenda and the May meeting minutes. Members received progress reports on the Words to Live and Bike By, Creos, and Kids Cove Dragonfly Sculpture projects. The commission also noted a mural request from the Moosewood Nature Center.

• Approved May meeting minutes (by affirmation)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

No meeting was held on June 12, 2023, due to a lack of agenda.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a fiscal sponsorship agreement with the Community Foundation of Marquette County for the Ellwood Mattson Park playground project. The agenda also includes approving various permits, leases, and scheduling a public hearing for a new development plan at 480 River Park Circle.

• Fiscal sponsorship for the 'Playground For All' project
• Approval of $729,847.92 in bills payable
• Public hearing schedule for 480 River Park Circle PUD
• Special event permits for International Food Fest and U.P. City Fest
• Concessionaire lease for Kuuma Sauna, LLC

The City Commission approved a consent agenda including bills payable and special event permits. The board also authorized the filing of the 2020 Post-Census Group Quarters Review and reappointed one member to the Harbor Advisory Committee.

• Approved total bills payable of $729,847.92 (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Christopher Jason to Harbor Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Authorized filing of 2020 Post-Census Group Quarters Review (Unanimous)
• Approved International Food Fest Special Event Permit (Unanimous)
• Approved U.P. City Fest Special Event Permit (Unanimous)
• Approved first read of Kuuma Sauna, LLC Concessionaire Lease (Unanimous)
• Approved Community Foundation of Marquette County Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Softchoice Microsoft 365 (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The board approved a budget increase for pay station software upgrades and provided financial support for several local events. A lease transfer for Spinway MQT was also authorized.

• Approved pay station software upgrade budget of $14,500
• Approved lease transfer from SpinwayMAQT, LLC to Thomas S. Fure of MQT Bike Rentals LLC
• Approved event support request for Queen City Half Marathon
• Approved event support request for Nheena’s Neighborhood
• Approved $2,000 donation for July 3rd fireworks and July 4th sensory light show
• Approved $500 donation for the July 4th Parade
• Approved consent agenda including May 2023 bills and financial reports
• Scheduled special budget review for August 10

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee approved the June 29 ribbon cutting for the Pier. Members discussed ongoing survey collection for an economic impact study and potential changes to the Art Week program for 2024.

• Approved January, February, and April meeting minutes
• Approved June 29 ribbon cutting for the Pier

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing regarding a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) site plan for 480 River Park Circle. The proposed project, Shophouse Park, is intended as a hub for innovation, research, and product development. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Deferred May 16, 2023 minutes until June 20, 2023

Police-Fire Pension Board

The board endorsed a retirement application for Jacqueline (Sweeney) Coron and approved a payment for legal services. Members reviewed financial reports and a quarterly investment report, with a decision on retirement payment center services deferred to June.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Endorsed retirement application for Jacqueline (Sweeney) Coron (3-0)
• Approved $315.20 payment to VanOverbeke, Michaud & Timmony PC (3-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 1501 Division St. to a Mixed-Use district. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit and a vote on city health insurance renewal. Additionally, the commission will consider various permits and fee adoptions.

• Rezoning of 1501 Division St. from Medium Density Residential to Mixed-Use
• Approval of bills totaling $1,106,216.59
• Adoption of Cruise Ship Fee
• Single Lot Special Assessment Roll #590 public hearing
• City Health Insurance Renewal vote

The City Commission approved a zoning change for 1501 Division Street and confirmed a single lot special assessment roll. The board also authorized a three-year membership in the West Michigan Health Insurance Pool and approved over $1.1 million in bills.

• Rezoned 1501 Division Street from Medium Density Residential to Mixed-Use (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Single Lot Assessment Roll #590 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,106,216.59 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Amy Stephens to Marquette Public Art Commission (Unanimous)
• Authorized membership in West Michigan Health Insurance Pool for minimum three-year period (Unanimous)
• Approved Business Associate Agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Cruise Ship Fee Adoption and Pride Festival permit (Unanimous)

Board of Light and Power

The Board of Light and Power approved several purchases for engine components and repairs from Wartsila and a service truck surcharge. The Board also awarded a five-year OT Cybersecurity contract and approved over $2.3 million in bills payable.

• Approved Bills Payable totaling $2,329,228.57 (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Sales & Service change order and surcharge of $22,915.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of big end bearing housings from Wartsila for $112,414.32 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of engine #1 post inspection components from Wartsila for $28,074.23 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of engine #3 18k hour shop rebuild parts from Wartsila for $97,195.89 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of engine #3 18k hour maintenance components from Wartsila for $334,557.84 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of cylinder head & fuel injection valve repairs from Wartsila for $47,826.08 (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year OT Cybersecurity contract for $259,000.00 (unanimous)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Commission approved a $1,000 donation for Youth and Family Center summer field trips. The board also committed to paying landlords if federal funding for Housing Choice Vouchers is halted due to the debt ceiling. No decisions were made regarding the purchase of a transport van or the use of CD funds.

• Approved $1,000 donation for Youth and Family Center summer field trips
• Approved commitment to pay landlords if HCV funding is halted by debt ceiling
• Approved Executive Director's report
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees voted to uphold a committee decision to keep the book 'This Book is Gay' by Juno Dawson after extensive public comment. The Board also approved April bills, budget adjustments, and updated personnel policies.

• Voted to retain 'This Book is Gay' by Juno Dawson (4-0)
• Approved April 2023 bills totaling $208,220.98 (4-0)
• Approved FY22-23 Budget Adjustments (4-0)
• Approved GOV-9 Remote Work Policy and GOV-8 Emergency Response Policy (4-0)
• Elected Anne Donohue as president and Steve Schmunk as secretary (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority authorized the Chair to sign a Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement for the Marquette County Habitat for Humanity project. The board also approved a payment for an environmental site assessment related to the same project.

• Authorized MBRA Chair to sign Local Brownfield Revolving Fund Grant Agreement with Marquette County Habitat for Humanity (unanimous)
• Approved $3,492.50 payment to TriMedia for Habitat for Humanity Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (approved)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled July meeting to July 26, 2023 (approved)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the April 20, 2023, minutes. Members received reports on plant operations, including record-high daily flows during April snowmelt, and a financial update regarding the Solids Handling Improvement Project.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed a site plan for an 81-room, three-story Best Western hotel at 1200 & 1220 Wilson St. The meeting included discussions on traffic impact studies, utility easements, and snow storage, but the provided text does not record a final vote on the proposal.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes of 05-02-23 by consensus

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

No meeting was held on this date. No decisions were made.

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved hiring SmithGroup as a consultant for the MEDC RAP grant project and updated facade improvement guidelines to exclude murals. The Board also authorized a new Insured Cash Sweep account for funds exceeding $250,000 and scheduled a pay station software upgrade.

• Approved expenditure up to $10,000 to hire SmithGroup as a consultant for MEDC RAP grant project
• Adopted updates to Facade Improvement Grant guidelines to make murals ineligible
• Approved adoption of an ICS account for funds above $250,000
• Scheduled pay station operating system upgrade for September 2023
• Approved consent agenda including 4/13/2023 minutes and bills from 4/01/2023—4/30/2023 totaling $79,395.33

Public Art Commission

The commission approved five specific words and their corresponding locations for the 'Words to Live By' project. The body also reviewed timelines for the Kids Cove dragonfly sculpture and the Cultural Trail Indigenous Art project.

• Approved 'Play' for location #4
• Approved 'Persevere' for location #2
• Approved 'Reciprocity' for location #5 near the lake
• Approved 'Grow' (second version) for location #3
• Approved 'Embrace' for location #1
• Approved April meeting minutes (by affirmation)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a resolution of intent to sell the property at 601 S. Lakeshore Boulevard. The agenda also includes scheduling public hearings for rezoning at 1501 Division St and approving utility easements for the former Marquette Mall site. Additionally, the commission will review wastewater construction contracts and new marina slip rates.

• Resolution of intent to sell 601 S. Lakeshore Boulevard
• Approval of $369,378.10 in bills payable
• Proposed $4,481.00 rate for a 55-foot slip at Presque Isle Marina
• Public hearing schedule for rezoning 1501 Division St
• Wastewater solids handling construction contract

The Commission adopted a Resolution of Intent to Sell the city-owned property at 601 S. Lakeshore Boulevard to Marquette Opportunity, LLC, and directed the City Manager to negotiate a sale. The vote was 4-3, with Mayor Pro Tem Davis and Commissioners Hanley and Smith opposed. A final vote to actually sell the parcel will require five affirmative votes. The proposed development includes a three-story hotel with a vision corridor from the highway.

• Approved consent agenda including bills payable of $369,378.10, fireworks permit, utility easements, and other items (unanimous)
• Approved travel reimbursement of $590.14 each for Mayor Pro Tem Davis and Commissioner Hanley for MML Conference (5-0, Davis and Hanley abstaining)
• Approved Proclamation for National Public Works Week (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution of Intent to Sell 601 S. Lakeshore Boulevard to Marquette Opportunity, LLC and directed City Manager to negotiate sale (4-3)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 3-ft height variance, 1.4-ft side yard variance, and 1.9-ft eave encroachment variance for a 24-ft x 20-ft detached garage at 3206 Island Beach Rd. The vote was 5-0. The board found the variances met the required standards, including special conditions unique to the land and minimum variance necessary.

• Approved 3-ft height variance for garage at 3206 Island Beach Rd (5-0)
• Approved 1.4-ft side yard variance for garage at 3206 Island Beach Rd (5-0)
• Approved 1.9-ft eave encroachment variance for garage at 3206 Island Beach Rd (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend that the City Commission approve a rezoning of 1501 Division St. from Medium Density Residential to Mixed-Use, after finding the current zoning was an oversight. The commission also approved a one-year extension for a previously approved duplex at 442 McMillan Street, with no public hearing required.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 1501 Division St. to Mixed-Use (7-0)
• Approved one-year extension for special land use at 442 McMillan Street (7-0)

Election Board

The Board verified candidates for local offices and conducted a public accuracy test of election equipment and programming for the May 2, 2023, Special Election. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Verified candidates for local offices (unanimous)
• Conducted public accuracy test of election equipment and programming

Board of Light and Power

The Board approved over $2.3 million in bills payable and a three-year underground services contract with 906 technologies. Additionally, the Board authorized the donation of two retired line trucks to Northern Michigan University.

• Approved Bills Payable totaling $2,354,517.07 (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year underground services contract with 906 technologies (unanimous)
• Approved donation of retired line trucks #334 & #353 to Northern Michigan University Electric Line School Program (unanimous)
• Approved March 21st, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Board approved the Executive Director's report and changed the monthly meeting schedule. The Commission also appointed a grievance officer and discussed the transition of payroll services away from the City.

• Approved Executive Director's report
• Moved meeting time to the 4th Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm
• Appointed Tharp as grievance officer
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 720, which proposes updates to land development definitions and zoning districts. The meeting also includes consideration of various consent agenda items and a new development agreement.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 720 Land Development Code Amendments
• Approval of bills payable totaling $834,090.93
• Street Improvements, Paving and Sanitary Sewer Line Replacements Project
• Founders Landing Pile Reuse Design and Construction Oversight Change Order
• Vault Development Agreement

The City Commission approved a development agreement with Marquette Vault, LLC for a public parking facility. The Commission also passed amendments to the Land Development Code and approved several board appointments.

• Approved Public Parking Facility Development Agreement with Marquette Vault, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 720 Land Development Code Amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved $834,090.93 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kristine Shannon to Marquette Housing Commission and Andrew Tripp to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Judy Berglund to Elections Board and Steven Schmunk to Peter White Public Library Board of Trustees (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Fresh Coast Light Lab Use Agreement and Fire Department SCBA Replacement (Unanimous)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority authorized the Chair to execute a Public Parking Facility Development Agreement for Vault Marquette and recommended it to the City Commission. The board also approved several bond payments and a consulting invoice.

• Authorized Chair to execute Public Parking Facility Development Agreement for Vault Marquette
• Approved $148,365.63 payment for Founders Landing Baraga Street and Pier Redevelopment bonds
• Approved $1,369,524.75 payment for DLP MSC, Streets, and McClellan Avenue bonds
• Approved $1,980.00 payment to Mac Consulting Services
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The board approved a contract with MJ VanDamme for biosolids hauling and application. Members also reviewed financial reports and operational updates, including permit compliance and a draft permit from EGLE.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved MJ VanDamme Biosolids Hauling Contract (4-0)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved a new Code of Conduct Policy and rescinded a separate drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free policy as its terms were merged into the new code. The Board also approved March 2023 bills totaling $203,866.57.

• Approved LIB 2—Code of Conduct Policy (5-0)
• Rescinded LIB 2.2—Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Free Policy (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 bills in the amount of $203,866.57 (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Gov 8—Emergency Response Policy

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members discussed public safety flyers and parking concerns at 209 West Prospect and the Morgan Creek Trail area. No new ordinances or contracts were decided.

• Approved 4/18/2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 3/21/2023 minutes (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The Commission reviewed a document identifying transportation issues to be shared with the Community Master Plan consulting team. Staff reported that land use data assembly is ongoing and will be ready for the May meeting.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes of 03-21-23 by consensus

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority approved the minutes from the January 17th meeting. The board received an operations update from Innovation Marquette Enterprise-SmartZone regarding client investments and grant applications. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 17th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

No meeting was held on April 17, 2023, due to a lack of agenda. No decisions were made.

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved several infrastructure and business agreements, including the relocation of a pay station and the installation of EV charging stations. The Board also committed funds for winter public art and approved a facade improvement grant.

• Approved amendments to the DDA By-Laws (6-0)
• Approved relocation agreement with Ore Dock Brewing Co. to move a pay station to the Commons lot
• Approved amended agreement for two EV charging stations at Lakeshore Parking Lot and one at Marquette Commons lot
• Approved 2023-2024 ATM lease with Boricua Processing and authorized Executive Director to sign future leases without board approval
• Approved $5,000 commitment for CREOS interactive public art installation for December 2024
• Approved $1,667 Facade Improvement Grant for Beth Millner Jewelry (N. Durley-Rust dissented)
• Approved consent agenda including 3/9/23 minutes, March bills, and FY2022 audited financials

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes. Members discussed the process for formally inviting artist Jason Quigno for the Indigenous Art project and planned a mockup for art installations on Spear Dock benches.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Marquette City Commission and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session. The meeting includes discussions regarding draft Land Development Code Amendments and future community planning projects.

• Draft Land Development Code Amendments
• Future Community Planning Projects

The City Commission and Planning Commission held a joint work session to review proposed Land Development Code amendments. The session included presentations on housing, new land uses, and site plan review. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Commission

The Marquette City Commission will consider a bid for the Solids Handling Project and an appointment to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee. The agenda also includes reviewing sidewalk repair projects and wetland monitoring services.

• Solids Handling Project Bid (Roll Call Vote)
• $12,474.65 contract for Wetland Mitigation Monitoring and Maintenance Services
• Approval of $502,731.64 in total bills payable
• Sidewalk Repair, Extension and Safety Improvements Project
• Appointment of Richard Brebner-Derby to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The City Commission approved a bid from Miron Construction for a solids handling project and adopted Ordinance 702. The commission also approved several consent items, including bills payable and a lease agreement for office and storage space.

• Approved $12,758,234 bid from Miron Construction for solids handling project (Unanimous)
• Approved adoption of Ordinance 702 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Richard Brebner-Derby to Arts and Culture Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved bills payable totaling $502,731.64 (Unanimous)
• Approved Superior Hockey, LLC office and storage space lease agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Server Technology Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved Sidewalk Repair, Extension and Safety Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Tourist Park Budget Adjustment (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to expand a Class A Non-conforming Use Designation for a duplex. This allows for interior remodeling to add two bedrooms to one of the units.

• Approved expansion of Class A Non-conforming Use for 530 W. Baraga Ave. to add two bedrooms (5-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Election Board

The Board approved the rosters for election inspectors and AVCB inspectors for the May 2, 2023 Special Election. The City Clerk was granted authority to appoint additional inspectors as needed before Election Day.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved roster of Election Inspectors, including chairs and Receiving Board (unanimous)
• Approved roster of AVCB Inspectors, including chairs (unanimous)
• Authorized City Clerk to appoint additional inspectors as needed prior to Election Day (unanimous)

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee elected Maddie as Secretary and Travis as Vice Chair. The committee also moved to schedule a meeting with the Master Plan Steering Committee and consultants.

• Approved motion to meet with Master Plan Steering Committee/Consultants
• Elected Maddie as Secretary
• Elected Travis as Vice Chair

Police-Fire Pension Board

The Police-Fire Pension Board approved a total of $30,000 for 13% checks due to high inflation. The board also endorsed three retirement applications and adopted a resolution regarding eligible rollover distributions.

• Approved $30,000 total for 13% checks (3-0)
• Endorsed retirement application for Brian Anderson (3-0)
• Endorsed retirement application for Doug Heslip (3-0)
• Endorsed retirement application for Todd Durand (3-0)
• Adopted resolution for Eligible Rollover Distributions (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Change of Survivor Beneficiary form (3-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Marquette Housing Commission

The board approved the Executive Director's report and decided to proceed with the purchase of the Venture Motel, which has a purchase price of $1.3 million. The commission also discussed updating the tenant grievance procedure and the termination of a compliance contract with KMG Prestige.

• Approved Executive Director's report
• Decided to move forward with Venture Motel purchase ($1.3 million price)
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved February 28, 2022 minutes with correction

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on establishing a Downtown Marquette Social District and the Black Rock Crossing tax exemption. The agenda also includes a proposal to relocate the Farmers Market to West Washington Street. Additionally, the commission will review land development code amendments.

• Vote on Downtown Marquette Social District
• Ordinance 721: Black Rock Crossing Tax Exemption
• Farmers Market relocation to West Washington Street
• Approval of $1,016,290.36 in bills payable
• Public hearing for Land Development Code Amendments

The City Commission established the Downtown Marquette Social District and adopted Ordinance 721 to provide a tax exemption for Black Rock Crossing. The Commission also approved over $1 million in bills and reappointed a member to the Presque Isle Park Advisory Committee.

• Approved establishment of Downtown Marquette Social District (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 721 for Black Rock Crossing Tax Exemption (Unanimous)
• Approved total bills payable of $1,016,290.36 (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Tara Gluski to Presque Isle Park Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Farmers Market Designation (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 13, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved Superior Hockey, LLC Office and Storage Space Lease Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved National Opioids Settlement and Petunia Pandemonium Project (Unanimous)

Board of Light and Power

The Board of Light and Power approved a feasibility study for the reuse of the #4 Plant building on Powdermill Rd. The Board also authorized over $3.3 million in bills and maintenance payments.

• Approved support for Innovate Marquette SmartZone feasibility study on #4 plant (Unanimous)
• Approved Bills Payable totaling $3,217,494.43 (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,302.00 purchase for MEC ABB generator level 3 maintenance from L & S Electric (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21st and March 2nd, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board approved February bills and FY22-23 budget adjustments. The Board voted to rescind the animal policy and suspend pandemic-related policies effective May 1, 2023. Several policy updates were reviewed for first reading with no action taken.

• Approved February 2023 bills totaling $151,028.59 (4-0)
• Approved FY22-23 Budget Adjustments (4-0)
• Rescinded LIB — 1 Animal Policy (4-0)
• Suspended Pandemic Policy, Pandemic Operating Plan, and Pandemic Emergency Leave Policy effective May 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee recommended installing 'No Parking' and 'Do Not Block Driveway' signs at 209 West Prospect. Members discussed one-way traffic on Third St. and snow removal on East Fair, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved agenda and 02/21/2023 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended signage west of 209 West Prospect driveway to prevent blocking
• Finalized meeting schedule for the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 4 pm
• Scheduled City Commission meeting for July 31, 2023, at 6 pm

City Planning Commission

The Commission approved a special land use permit for a 16-unit hotel at 136 W. Baraga Ave. and recommended the City Commission approve several Land Development Code amendments. Additionally, a sketch plan for a 74-unit apartment complex at 1502 W. Ridge St. was found acceptable for preliminary planning.

• Approved special land use permit for hotel at 136 W. Baraga Ave. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Development Code amendments (01-ZOA-03-23) (7-0)
• Approved sketch plan for 74-unit apartment project at 1502 W. Ridge St. (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 03-07-23 by consensus

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved support for improvements to the Kaufman Sports Complex and the renewal of murals along the Holly Greer Bike Path. The board also supported renaming Field 1 at the John “Jack” Reynolds Athletic Field Complex to Edward “Eddie” Voet Field.

• Approved support for City to work with Little League on Kaufman Sports Complex improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved support for public application and plan to renew murals along Holly Greer Bike Path (Unanimous)
• Approved support for renaming Field 1 at John “Jack” Reynolds Athletic Field Complex to Edward “Eddie” Voet Field (Unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The board approved a reimbursement agreement with the NMU Foundation for the former Marquette General Hospital redevelopment and submitted a related Act 381 Work Plan. The board also allocated funds for Habitat for Humanity environmental assessments and approved several project invoices.

• Approved Reimbursement Agreement between NMU Foundation, City, and MBRA for former Marquette General Hospital
• Approved submission of Act 381 Work Plan for asbestos abatement and demolition at former Marquette General Hospital
• Allocated up to $25,000 for environmental assessments for Habitat for Humanity at 600 W. Spring Street
• Approved $1,797,945 budget adjustment for Founders Landing Fund 243 construction expenses
• Approved $17,950 interest payment for Founders Landing Bonds
• Approved $66,231.10 for Founders Landing Pier design and construction
• Approved $411.25 interest payment for Liberty Way MBRA Bonds
• Approved $67,595.31 for Cliffs Dow environmental monitoring

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Advisory Board approved the bid from Miron Construction, including alternates #1 and #5. The project will be funded using a portion of the reserve funds to reduce the loan amount, while maintaining $500,000 in the fund for future repairs.

• Approved acceptance of Miron Construction bid with alternates #1 and #5 (5-0)

City Commission

The Commission will consider a resolution of intent to sell the Cliffs-Dow city property and a reimbursement agreement for the former Marquette General Hospital redevelopment. The agenda also includes several board appointments and various maintenance contracts.

• Resolution of Intent to Sell City Property, Cliffs-Dow
• Former Marquette General Hospital Redevelopment Reimbursement Agreement
• Co-generation Overhaul Maintenance Agreement up to $45,000
• Construction Materials Testing Services contract with GEI Consultants up to $18,000
• Approval of total bills payable in the amount of $1,372,842.07

The City Commission voted to suspend negotiations with Veridea Group to pursue selling the Cliffs-Dow property to the State of Michigan. The board also approved a reimbursement agreement for the former Marquette General Hospital redevelopment and passed a consent agenda including $1.37M in bills.

• Approved Resolution of Intent to Sell Cliffs-Dow property to the State of Michigan (Unanimous)
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement with Northern Michigan University Foundation for former Marquette General Hospital redevelopment (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,372,842.07 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Jamie Glenn, Jacqueline Wagner, Sean Hobbins, and James Compton to city boards (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 719 regarding Business Licensing (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 721 regarding Black Rock Crossing Tax Exemption (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Supporting SB 19 and SB 20 (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for U.P. Children's Museum from KBIC and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The board approved relocating the Wednesday Evening Farmers Market to the 100 block of W. Washington St. for the 2023 season, pending City Commission approval and funding. The board also recommended the creation of a Social District and Commons Area to the City Commission.

• Approved move of Wednesday Evening Farmers Market to 100 block of W. Washington St. (motion passed)
• Approved recommendation to City Commission for a Social District and Commons Area (motion passed)
• Approved consent agenda including 2/9/23 minutes and bills for 2/1/23–2/28/23 (motion passed)
• Approved agenda as written (motion passed)
• Excused absence of R. Stern (motion passed)

Public Art Commission

The commission approved the production of an educational public art newsletter for local teachers. Members also decided to seek quotes for conservation activities and deferred the election of a Vice-Chair.

• Approved production of educational public art newsletter for local teachers
• Approved seeking quotes from Midwest and McKay for conservation activities
• Deferred Vice-Chair election until April meeting
• Approved agenda and minutes

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission elected its officers and approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members held a work session to review draft amendments to the Land Development Code.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 minutes by consensus
• Elected S. Mittlefehldt as Chair (8-0)
• Elected N. Williams as Vice-Chair (8-0)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Board approved the purchase of a by-pass pump to comply with EGLE’s wet weather plan. Members discussed a solids handling project that came in $2.6 million over budget, but no final decision was made pending discussions with township managers.

• Approved purchase of by-pass pump from Mersino Dewatering for $81,527.50 (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board of Light and Power approved four separate purchases for substation equipment and MEC engine maintenance. The board also approved a name change for the MERS retirement division.

• Approved purchase of 69kV Deadend Structure from CHM Industries for $82,297.36 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of MEC engine #1 18k hour PM parts from Wartsila for $336,016.19 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of MEC engine #1 18k hours shop service/service support from Wartsila for $365,718.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of MEC engine #1 18k hour PM shop service rebuild parts from Wartsila for $95,995.65 (Unanimous)
• Approved MERS retirement division name change (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request to allow a private road for a development of 8 single-family lots and a remainder parcel. The board found the request did not meet the required standards of the Land Development Code.

• Denied public road frontage variance for Forestville Basin Trail (4-2)
• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Elected Ms. Dombrowski as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Ms. Hill as Vice-Chair (6-0)

Marquette Housing Commission

The Board approved a strategic plan, a new Personnel Policy, and a Utility Policy. It also committed to providing $25,000 per year to the Youth and Family Center. The Executive Director's report and previous meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved strategic plan as written
• Approved $25,000 annual funding for Youth and Family Center
• Approved Resolution 2023-1 Personnel Policy
• Approved Resolution 2023-2 Utility Allowances
• Approved Executive Director's report
• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Agreed with CAAM email regarding information access plan and grant development

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a MiNextCities Grant Agreement and discuss compensation for the City Manager and Attorney. The agenda also includes several board appointments and the approval of various consent agenda items.

• MiNextCities Grant Agreement
• Discussion regarding Manager and Attorney Compensation
• Ordinance 719 - Business Licensing
• Approval of $732,539.00 in total bills payable
• Superior Watershed Partnership lease agreement

The City Commission approved salary increases and contract extensions for the City Manager and City Attorney. The board also authorized a grant agreement for the MiNextCities project and filled several board appointments.

• Approved 2% salary increase and 0.5% one-time payment for City Manager and City Attorney (Unanimous)
• Extended City Manager and City Attorney contracts to September 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute MiNextCities grant agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $732,539.00 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Appointed Cary Gottlieb and Steven Lawry to Planning Commission and Justin Vasseau to Board of Review (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Sarah Bixby to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Joseph Tuccini to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 719 regarding Business Licensing (Unanimous)
• Approved Superior Watershed Partnership Lease Agreement (Unanimous)

Board of Light and Power

The Board unanimously approved $2,013,759.46 in bills payable and accepted the 2022 audit report. Several equipment purchases were authorized, including transformers and a digger truck. The Board also approved a disc golf license agreement with amendments.

• Accepted 2022 audit report (unanimous)
• Approved Bills Payable totaling $2,013,759.46 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of transformers from Power Line Supply for $359,865.00 (unanimous)
• Approved fabrication of SCR Urea air cabinet walkway and NG vent silencer supports from UP Fabricating Co. for $37,594.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Digger Truck from Custom Truck One for $275,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved disc golf license agreement with amendments (unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees approved updates to the Memory Lab policy, the Code of Conduct, and the drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free property policy. The board also approved January 2023 bills totaling $160,139.19.

• Approved January 2023 bills in the amount of $160,139.19 (4-0)
• Approved updated LIB — 6 Memory Lab Policy allowing all visitors to use equipment (4-0)
• Approved LIB — 2.2 Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Free Property Policy (4-0)
• Approved ban on filling smoking equipment with tobacco on PWPL property (4-0)
• Approved LIB — 2 Code of Conduct revision (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee decided to relocate two handicapped parking spaces to a paid parking area to provide more space for police vehicles. Members also agreed not to raise private parking violation fees and set a new monthly meeting schedule.

• Approved moving 2 handicapped spots to the paid parking area (5-0)
• Approved July 31, 2023, at 6:00 pm for City Commission presentation (5-0)
• Finalized meeting schedule for 4 pm on the third Tuesday of each month
• Agreed not to raise the $25 private parking violation ticket fee
• Tabled discussion on North 3rd/Arch St. parking

City Planning Commission

The Commission held a work session to review draft amendments to the Land Development Code, specifically focusing on definitions, residential accessory structure sizes, and driveway regulations. No final votes were taken on the amendments; the group will continue discussions at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 minutes by consensus

Marquette Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority approved several project payments, including construction fees for Pier Redevelopment and reimbursements for Customs House. The board also elected new officers and authorized a letter of support for the former Marquette General Hospital demolition project.

• Elected Jerry Irby (Chair), Bob Kulisheck (Vice-Chair), and Matt Tuccini (Secretary) unanimously
• Approved Audit Engagement Letter (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign letter of support for former MGH CDBG application
• Approved $368,595.20 reimbursement to Customs House, LLC and $47,741.08 to City of Marquette
• Approved financial management process for Vault Marquette EGLE Brownfield Grant and Loan
• Approved expenses for Executive Director and board members to attend National Brownfield Association conference
• Approved $1,683,438.29 for Pier Redevelopment construction and bond paying agent fees
• Approved $26,309.48 for former MGH pre-demolition inspection services and $6,840.00 for Mac Consulting Service, LLC

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board unanimously supported further city discussions regarding a proposal for Superior Fast Pitch to handle field maintenance at Lions Field 2 in exchange for waived user fees. The board also expressed support for a selected artist for a sculpture at the new pier.

• Approved further discussion with the city regarding Superior Fast Pitch taking over Lions Field 2 maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved support for selected artist for sculpture at new pier (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled membership recruitment discussion

City Commission

The Marquette City Commission will consider a request to purchase city-owned property at 601 South Lakeshore Boulevard. The meeting also includes appointments to the Presque Isle Park Advisory Committee and the Marquette Housing Commission. Additionally, the commission will vote on a letter of support for Janzen House renovations.

• Request to purchase City-owned property at 601 South Lakeshore Boulevard
• Approval of $1,283,231.58 in bills payable
• Letter of support for Janzen House renovations
• Non-profit status for Marquette American Legion Baseball
• Ordinance 718 regarding marihuana establishment licensing

The City Commission affirmed interest in selling city-owned property at 601 South Lakeshore Boulevard to increase the tax base. The City Manager was directed to evaluate current proposals and consider other opportunities, including a general RFP process.

• Approved sale evaluation and RFP process for 601 South Lakeshore Boulevard (5-1)
• Approved $1,283,231.58 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Carole Touchinski and Brooke Tharp (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Kristina Hill, Jaclyn Stark, and Sarah Mittlefehldt (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Marihuana Establishment Licensing and Ice Contract (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Janzen House (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved an operations and maintenance contract with SWP for EV charging stations and supported a 5-7 year OPRA tax exemption for a proposed 16-unit hotel. Other actions included approving event support for Ore Dock Brewing and a parking lot entrance change. A decision on pay station software upgrades was postponed until March 2023.

• Approved event request for Ore Dock Brewing, including closing Spring St. at noon
• Approved support for 5-7 year OPRA tax exemption for 'Explore' boutique hotel
• Approved moving 136 W. Baraga Ave. parking lot entrance to Spring St. (pending city approval)
• Approved land lease between SWP and City of Marquette for EV charging stations
• Approved contract between SWP and DDA for EV charging station operations and maintenance
• Tabled pay station software upgrade decision until March 2023
• Approved January 2023 bills and financial reports

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission approved a photo license document and voted to pursue Jason Quigno for a flagship art piece at Spear Dock. The commission also reviewed the RFP and timeline for the 'Words to Live & Bike By' project.

• Approved outreach to Jason Quigno for the Spear Dock flagship piece
• Approved photo license document
• Approved agenda and minutes
• Tabled CRIOS temporary artwork partner identification
• Tabled educational initiatives brainstorming

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed the previous master plan and agreed on three major priorities for the upcoming plan. These priorities focus on artist support, coalition building, and economic impact assessment.

• Tabled January Works Session Minutes
• Agreed on 'Material Support for Artists' as a major priority for the new master plan
• Agreed on 'Coalition Building' as a major priority for the new master plan
• Agreed on 'Economic impact assessment and articulation' as a major priority for the new master plan

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a second extension for a duplex development project. The commission also held a work session to discuss potential changes to the site plan review process and the Community Master Plan Renewal Project.

• Approved extension request for duplex at 1103 & 1107 N. Fourth St. to May 4, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved minutes of 01-17-23 by consensus

City Commission

The Marquette City Commission will meet to appoint a new commissioner following the resignation of Evan Bonsall. The agenda also includes reviewing $1,566,614.81 in payable bills and discussing marijuana establishment licensing ordinances.

• Appointment of a new City Commissioner to fill the vacancy left by Evan Bonsall
• Approval of $1,566,614.81 in total bills payable
• Review of Ordinance 718 regarding Marihuana Establishment Licensing
• Request to purchase city-owned property at 601 South Lakeshore Boulevard
• Appointment of Wallace Pearson to the Presque Isle Park Advisory Committee

The City Commission appointed Michael Larson to the vacancy created by Evan Bonsall's resignation following a paper ballot process. The Commission also approved several administrative items and a board appointment.

• Appointed Michael Larson to City Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Wallace Pearson to Presque Isle Park Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,566,614.81 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Approved City Commission Rules of Procedure #2003-01 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to nominate a representative for Marquette County Central Dispatch Policy Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 718 regarding Marihuana Establishment Licensing (Unanimous)
• Approved CDBG Consultant Contract Amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved GEI Change Order for Tourist Park SHPO Review (Unanimous)

Police-Fire Pension Board

The board elected its leadership and approved payments for financial reporting and auditing services. The board also endorsed new membership in the retirement program and reviewed financial reports as of December 31, 2022.

• Elected Archocosky as Chair, Gordon as Vice Chair, and LaMarre as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved December 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Endorsed new members' participation in the retirement program (4-0)
• Approved $4,000 payment to Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Co. for GASB 67 and 68 preparation (4-0)
• Approved engagement of Anderson Tackman and Company for audit services (4-0)

Board of Light and Power

The Board approved bills payable totaling $1,830,452.76. Two equipment purchases for the MEC were authorized. The Board also requested further research into a potential building lease with Innovate Marquette.

• Approved Bills Payable totaling $1,830,452.76 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of MEC DC Ground Isolation Upgrade from Wartsila for $102,223.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of HVAC System for the MEC from Dressler Mechanical, Inc for $44,500 (unanimous)
• Approved December 20th, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Advisory Board

The Marquette Area Wastewater Treatment Facility Advisory Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the December 15, 2022, meeting minutes. The board received reports on plant operations, including permit compliance and industrial wastewater activity for December 2022.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (3-0)

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority elected its board officers and approved the minutes from the October 17th meeting. The board received a financial and operational report regarding the Innovation Marquette Enterprise-SmartZone.

• Elected Leslie Hartman (Chair), Jim Hewitt (Vice Chair), and Brian Cherry (Secretary) (Unanimous)
• Approved October 17th meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Peter White Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees approved the library's strategic plan for 2023-2025 and established sick leave for Library Pages. The board also approved operational bills and updated the authorized signers list for financial documents.

• Approved 2023-2025 Strategic Plan (4-0)
• Approved sick leave for Library Pages at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, effective Feb 13, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved November 2022 bills of $149,453.64 and December 2022 bills of $229,894.93 (4-0)
• Updated authorized signers to add Stephanie Garn in place of Ellen Moore (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Traffic-Parking Advisory Committee

The committee decided to contact the school's Transportation Department regarding practical roadway sign changes for Tierney Street to improve bus and pedestrian safety. Other items including snow removal triggers, parking at North Third Street and West Ridge, and traffic fatality data were discussed without formal votes.

• Approved 1/17/23 Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 12/20/22 minutes (unanimous)
• Resolved to discuss roadway sign changes for Tierney Street with the School’s Transportation Department

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee held a special work session to discuss the integration of the arts master plan with city processes. Members reviewed various objectives and identified their top priorities for the plan. No formal motions were voted on regarding the strategic plan objectives.

• Approved January minutes

City Planning Commission

The provided minutes consist of encoded data and do not contain legible records of decisions, votes, or specific proposals. No substantive actions were identified in the text.

Downtown Development Authority

The board appointed new officers for 2023 and unanimously approved updating bank signatures to reflect the new leadership. The board also approved the consent agenda, including December 2022 bills and financial reports.

• Approved consent agenda including 12/8/22 minutes and Dec 2022 bills
• Elected N. Durley-Rust as Chairperson
• Elected R. Stern as Vice Chairperson
• Elected M. Morrison as Secretary
• Elected M. Weinrick as Treasurer
• Approved changing bank signatures to align with new board members (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The commission approved five specific locations for 'Words to Live and Bike By' requests for proposals. Members also discussed potential installations for the Cultural Trail and evaluated Prismatica art alternatives.

• Approved 5 sites for 'Words to Live and Bike By' RFPs: 7th Street (across from Beacon House), behind hospital (between tunnels/bridges), bike path intersection with Center St., Kaufman Sports Complex (parallel to Hawley), and behind Huron Mountain Bakery
• Eliminated 'Los Trompos' as an option for Rank Prismatica alternatives

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from November and December. Manager Tiina Morin reported that the Cultural Trail received $30,000 via a grant filled by Superior Watershed.

• Approved November and December minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 12, 2022. No new business was introduced, and the remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports on grant applications and park project timelines.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an $8 million Community Development Block Grant application to demolish parts of the former Marquette General Hospital. The project aims to remove asbestos and lead paint contamination from buildings at 420 West Magnetic Street. This action is intended to address blight and prepare the site for future development.

• $8 million Community Development Block Grant application for hospital demolition
• Approval of $1,262,889.31 in total bills payable
• Appointment of Patricia Sala to the Downtown Development Authority
• Reappointment of Ryan Stern to the Downtown Development Authority
• Update on the former Cliffs-Dow Site Project

The City Commission accepted the resignation of Commissioner Evan Bonsall and established a process to fill the vacancy. The board also approved a regional agreement with Marquette Township and a federal grant application.

• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Evan Bonsall (6-1)
• Authorized application process for City Commission vacancy until Jan. 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved PA 425 agreement with the Township of Marquette (Unanimous)
• Approved Community Development Block Grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,262,889.31 in total bills payable (Unanimous)
• Appointed Patricia Sala to Downtown Development Authority (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Ryan Stern to Downtown Development Authority (Unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to receive an update on the Cliffs-Dow Project. The presentation will be delivered by a project team including city staff and legal counsel.

• Cliffs-Dow Project update by project team

The City Commission held a work session to receive an update on the Cliffs-Dow property from the project team. The session included a review of operational history, environmental testing data, and discussions on remediation funding. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Planning Commission

The Commission held a work session to review land use recommendations and potential zoning changes. Discussions focused on Mixed-Use districts, Industrial-Manufacturing zoning, and new residential housing options. No formal zoning changes were decided during the session.

• Approved the agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 12-06-22 by consensus