Alpena public meetings in 2021
22 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Alpena City Council
The Council will address a potential elimination of fluoride in the drinking water production process. The agenda includes discussions on budget amendments, ordinance readings regarding marijuana facilities and zoning, and several personnel and contract matters.
- Public input session regarding possible elimination of fluoride in drinking water
- Budget amendment to move $500 from Planning and $500 from Zoning to Code Enforcement
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-467 regarding medical and adult-use marijuana establishments
- First reading of Ordinance 21-468 regarding the City of Alpena Zoning Ordinance Article 10
- Request for change to traffic controls at First Avenue intersections with Water Street and Park Place
Alpena City Council
The City Council will review second readings for zoning ordinance and map amendments and a first reading for marijuana establishment regulations. The body is also discussing the potential sale of city-owned property located at US 23 North.
- Payment of bills totaling $631,763.68
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-465 (Zoning Ordinance Articles 2, 5, and 7) and Ordinance 21-466 (Zoning Map)
- First reading of Ordinance 21-467 regarding Medical and Adult-Use Marihuana Establishments
- Budget amendments to reduce General Fund Balance by $11,322 and increase it by $22,662
- Possible action on the sale of city-owned property at US 23 North
Alpena City Council
The City Council will hold a meeting to discuss updates to the city's zoning ordinance and zoning map. The body will also review a Rural Development Grant and parking recommendations from the DDA.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $435,102.91
- First reading of Ordinance 21-465 amending Zoning Ordinance Articles 2, 5, and 7
- First reading of Ordinance 21-466 amending the City of Alpena Zoning Map
- Appointment of Ashley Wilmot-Peterson to the Planning Commission
- Discussion of Rural Development Grant and DDA Parking Recommendations
Alpena City Council
The City Council will review proposed ambulance rates and a Planet/History Walk proposal for the Besser Museum. The body is also considering several board appointments and a report on the Alpena County Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $391,887.81
- Proposed ambulance rates presented by Fire Chief Bill Forbush
- Planet/History Walk Proposal for Besser Museum
- Appointments to the Compensation Committee, Planning Commission, and Wildlife Sanctuary Board
- Closed session regarding litigation with Alpena Prototype Biorefinery, LLC, American Process, Inc., and GranBio LLC
Alpena City Council
The Alpena City Council will conduct a public hearing and vote to confirm the roll for Special Assessment No. 124 regarding Merchant Street. The body will also consider budget amendments and two ordinances regarding taxation and retirement system membership.
- Public hearing and Resolution 2021-18 for Special Assessment No. 124 (Merchant Street from Miller Street to Lake Street)
- Approval of bills totaling $380,074.97
- Budget amendment request to move funds from DPW to Sidewalks
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-463 regarding Bingham School Tax Exemption
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-464 regarding Retirement System membership termination and reinstatement
Alpena City Council
The City Council will review a consent agenda including budget amendments and a noise ordinance variance. The meeting also features a presentation from Government for Tomorrow regarding student board members and first readings of two ordinances.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $505,033.60
- Noise ordinance variance request for Joe’s Bar at 1300 Ford Avenue for October 16 and 30, 2021
- First reading of Ordinance 21-463 regarding Bingham School Tax Exemption
- First reading of Ordinance 21-464 regarding Retirement System membership termination and reinstatement
- Budget amendment requests resulting from Chart of Accounts conversion
Alpena City Council
The City Council will review a consent agenda including city bills and a noise ordinance variance for a valve replacement project. The body will also discuss a Hope Network PILOT for Bingham School and a public hearing notice for a 2019 special assessment project.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $264,286.39
- Noise ordinance variance for overnight valve replacement at Chisholm Street and Second Avenue
- Mayoral reappointment of Joanna Cooper to the Downtown Development Authority
- Resolution 2021-17: Notice of public hearing for 2019 Special Assessment Project No. 124
- Hope Network PILOT for Bingham School report
Regular Meeting (Adjusted for Labor Day)
The City Council will consider bid recommendations for a Water Recycling Plant emergency boiler replacement and the upfitting of police vehicles. The body will also hold a second reading for zoning ordinance amendments and discuss water and sewer litigation in a closed session.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $363,462.13
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-462 amending Zoning Ordinance Articles 2, 3, 5, and 7
- Bid recommendation for Water Recycling Plant emergency boiler replacement
- Bid recommendation for upfitting of police vehicles
- Noise ordinance variance for Sunrise Suds Tap Takeover on October 2, 2021
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss amendments to the city zoning ordinance and review bid recommendations for the marina and valve replacements. The body is also processing a consent agenda including bills totaling $382,220.07.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $382,220.07
- First reading of Ordinance 21-462 to amend Zoning Ordinance Articles 2, 3, 5, and 7
- Noise ordinance variance for Joe’s Bar at 1300 Ford Avenue for August 28, 2021
- Bid recommendations for Marina Gas and Fuel and 2021 Valve Replacement
- Marina Travel Lift Agreement
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance and a request for recertification in the Redevelopment Ready Communities Program. The body is also reviewing several budget amendment requests to carry over project funds across multiple city departments.
- Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article 2, 3, 5, and 7
- Budget carryover requests: Sewer Fund ($685,000), Major Street Fund ($374,000), Local Street Fund ($233,000), Water Fund ($172,000), and Public Works ($103,100)
- Proposed fee changes: Alpena Regional Trailhead Pavilion ($100 deposit/$75 rent) and Fence Permit fee ($35)
- Authorization to apply for recertification in the Redevelopment Ready Communities Program
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $153,857.73
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss a new blight ordinance and a second reading of updated medical marihuana facility regulations. The body is also reviewing a fire services agreement and a traffic order to prohibit trucks in the Bingham Street alley.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $296,786.81
- Budget amendment to transfer $8,330 from Police Salaries to IT for two in-car tablets
- First reading of Ordinance 21-460 regarding Blight
- Second reading of Ordinance 21-459 regarding Medical Marihuana Facilities
- Traffic Control Order to prohibit trucks in Bingham Street alley
Alpena City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the preliminary FY22 budget and a grant application for water and sewer line reconstruction on North Second Avenue. The body will also consider street vacations and a use policy for city-owned properties.
- Public hearing for $2,000,000 MEDC grant for North Second Avenue reconstruction (total project cost $4,630,803)
- Public hearing for the Preliminary FY22 City Budget
- Payment of bills in the amount of $524,543.83
- Resolution No. 2021-12 to vacate certain streets and alleys in Plat of Ziem’s Addition
- Request to modify street closure to 6 p.m. on June 18, 2021, for Spirit of the Blues
Alpena City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed changes to Ordinances 454 and 455 regarding medical marihuana. The session will cover rubric criteria, definitions, signage, and the appeals process.
- Proposed changes to Ordinance 454
- Proposed changes to Ordinance 455
- Discussion of signage and appeals process for medical marihuana
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding fire damaged structures and review several infrastructure projects. The body is also considering a grant application for Long Rapids Road and a bid for a water recycling plant pump.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $410,838.00
- First reading of Ordinance 21-458 regarding Fire Damaged Structures
- TEDF Category F Grant Application for Long Rapids Road
- Blair Street Pier repairs discussion
- Water Recycling Plant Truck Loading Station Pump bid recommendation
Alpena City Council
The Council is reviewing several budget amendment requests, including funds for police equipment and security upgrades. The agenda also includes approvals for local community celebrations and various service contracts.
- Budget amendment for police patrol vehicle specialized equipment: $11,751
- Budget amendment for two solar radar speed signs with software: $7,478
- Approval of Art on the Bay event scheduled for July 14-18, 2021
- Approval of 150th Anniversary Celebration Block Party at St. Paul Lutheran Church on June 20, 2021
- Closed session discussion regarding water and sewer litigation
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss revisions to Ordinance 20-454 and the first reading of Revised Ordinance 21-457 regarding medical marihuana facilities. The body is also considering several infrastructure proposals and contracts for fire and medical services.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $358,960.72
- Budget amendment of $6,148 for a tabulator
- Budget amendment of $3,602.90 for Clerk’s Office security upgrades
- Contract with the Charter Township of Alpena for Fire and Medical Services
- 2021 Fireworks Contract
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss potential changes to Ordinance No. 20-454 regarding medical marijuana and a recycling grant agreement. The body is also considering a bid for exterior lights at the Water Recycling Plant.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $131,472.64
- Review of Ordinance No. 20-454 for Medical Marihuana
- Recycling Grant Agreement
- Water Recycling Plant Exterior Lights Bid Recommendation
- Budget Amendment Request for Police In-Car Cameras
CIP Special Meeting
The Municipal Council and the City of Alpena Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting. The body will discuss the 2022-2027 Draft Capital Improvement Plan.
- Discussion of the 2022-2027 Draft Capital Improvement Plan
Alpena City Council
The City Council will consider a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 600 Walnut Redevelopment after the MEDC denied state tax approval for non-environmental activities. The council is also reviewing several water plant maintenance and abatement bids.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2021-02 regarding the 600 Walnut Redevelopment Brownfield Plan Amendment
- Payment of bills totaling $264,975.98
- Budget amendment of $6,743 for Police Department washer and dryer
- Bid recommendations for Water Treatment Plant asbestos abatement and pneumatic/instrumentation drawings
- Water Production Plant elevator maintenance agreement
Alpena City Council
The City Council will meet virtually to discuss a budget amendment to pay internal loans for the Fire/EMS Department. The body will also consider several board reappointments and review a financial report for the quarter ended December 31, 2020.
- Budget amendment to decrease fund balance by $126,432 to pay internal loans for Fire/EMS
- Approval of bills in the amount of $486,756.07
- Reappointments to the Authority for Brownfield Redevelopment, Harbor Advisory Committee, and Wildlife Sanctuary Board
- Update on the Township Northside Project
- Closed session to discuss proposed litigation with the Alpena Prototype Biorefinery
Regular Meeting (rescheduled from 01-18-21)
The City Council will discuss the 2021 City Concrete Program bid recommendations and the adoption of the 2021-2025 Recreation Plan. The meeting includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 19/20 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and a closed session regarding pending litigation.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $222,889.87
- 2021 City Concrete Program bid recommendation
- Adoption of 2021-2025 Recreation Plan
- Evergreen Cemetery regulation changes
- Farmer’s Market lease agreement
Alpena City Council
The City Council will discuss bid recommendations for Water Treatment Plant filters and a contract renewal for the Hot Mixed Asphalt Program. The body is also considering a request for the United Way Born Learning Trail and a budget amendment for Fire/EMS COVID-19 expenses.
- Bills to be allowed in the amount of $101,199.02
- Budget amendment request for Fire/EMS Department COVID-19 expenses
- Water Treatment Plant Filters 5-7 installation bid recommendation
- Hot Mixed Asphalt Program contract renewal recommendation
- United Way Born Learning Trail request