St. Clair Shores public meetings in 2023

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee is meeting to consider appeals for denied sign requests. The committee will review requests for a gas station and a pub that did not meet city requirements.

• Request from Aver Sign Company for Shell Gas Station at 20725 E. 10 Mile Rd. regarding a denied gasoline price sign
• Request from Firehouse Pub at 23018 Greater Mack regarding a denied wall-mounted sign
• Approval of September 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board will review financial reports for the library and the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum. The board is scheduled to take action on the renewal of its American Library Association membership.

• American Library Association Membership Renewal
• Monthly Budget Report for September
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum Budget Report for September
• Raymond James monthly statement for October 31 to November 30, 2023

Fence Arb.

The December 20, 2023 Fence Arbitration meeting has been canceled. The cancellation is due to there being no cases to be heard.

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The St. Clair Shores Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) will hold a regular meeting on December 20, 2023, to approve minutes, receive financial reports, and handle new business including setting 2024 meeting dates, awarding a contract for Blossom Heath Pier, and receiving the YEO & YEO financial report. Old business includes updates on Wahby Park landscaping and the Tunnel of Lights. A Brownfield Redevelopment Authority meeting will follow immediately.

• Award for Blossom Heath Pier
• 2024 meeting dates
• Receive YEO & YEO financial report
• Status of landscaping at Wahby Park
• Tunnel of Lights update

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to review treasury reports and student outreach for scholarships. The body will also discuss the upcoming annual meeting scheduled for January 18, 2024.

• Student outreach and scholarships
• Treasury report
• Planning for the January 18, 2024 annual meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The City Planner stated there are no cases to be heard.

City Council

The St. Clair Shores City Council will consider a resolution to permanently move the Precinct 20 polling location to Lake Shore Public Schools' Administrative Center. The meeting also includes a request for Hope Bags of Michigan to be recognized as a nonprofit for charitable gaming licensure.

• Resolution to permanently move Precinct 20 polling location to 23055 Masonic
• Request from Hope Bags of Michigan for charitable gaming license recognition
• Resolution to oppose proposed 'Water Affiliability' legislation
• Approval of Macomb County Public Works Socia-Couchez Drain Repair
• Proclamation for Tanner Anastas, Eagle Scout

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee has no meeting scheduled for December 2023. This is a procedural cancellation with no items for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The agenda also includes committee reports on athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs.

• Adoption of Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Committee reports on athletics: soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoe club, hockey and figure skating
• Lakefront parks and aquatics facilities: Lake St. Claire Harbor, Pool, Blossom Heath Park, Wahby Park, Veterans Memorial Park
• Neighborhood parks: Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, Tiseo Skate Park
• Senior liaison and special needs program reports

Beautification Commission

The commission will review minutes and a treasurer report during this meeting. Members will provide updates on holiday decorations, signage, and upcoming flower bed assignments.

• Electrical for wreaths and holiday lights at Library, Masonic Construction, and City Calendar
• Donaldson & Milk River sign lights
• Brick walkway at Golf Course
• Wreath and pot take down scheduled for January 14-15

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will meet on December 13, 2023, to approve minutes and financial reports, then continue discussion on Visioning Downtown. The board will review City Council comments, input from the 9 Mack Merchants meeting, and design changes based on that feedback, then outline next steps. No new business is listed.

• Continued discussion on Visioning Downtown
• Review of Council comments on downtown vision
• Review of input from 9 Mack Merchants meeting
• Design changes based on received input
• Next steps for downtown visioning

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The December 12, 2023, Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the November 14, 2023, meeting will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases
• Minutes from November 14, 2023, deferred to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The City Planner stated there are no cases to be heard.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hear property tax appeals from residents experiencing financial hardship and address any inaccuracies in assessments.

• Hearing of poverty appeals & correction of errors

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will meet to review a variance request and previous meeting minutes. The board is deciding whether to allow the replacement of an air conditioner unit at a specific residential address.

• Case No. PMBA 23031: Variance request for air conditioner unit replacement at 30109 Elmgrove
• Review of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board and Retiree Health Care Trust Board meet jointly to handle consent items including approval of invoices totaling $13,713.75, final retirement calculations for three employees, and annuity withdrawal. New business includes receiving the GASB 67/68 report and the 74th Annual Actuarial Valuation Report from GRS Consulting, plus a market update.

• Approval of invoices: Comerica Cash $3,194.76; Graystone Consulting $3,727.25; Loomis Sayles $6,791.74
• File and receive final retirement calculations for Jennifer Nelson, Jena Conrad, and Scott Schwabe
• Approval of annuity withdrawal for Jennifer Nelson
• File and receive GASB 67 and 68 as of June 30, 2023
• 74th Annual Actuarial Valuation Report presented by Laura Frankowiak and Mark Buis of GRS Consulting

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review three specific variance requests regarding building additions and lot coverage. The board will also approve minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting and set 2024 meeting dates.

• Case No. 11-2022: Variance to waive concrete screenwall requirement for an addition at 25801 Jefferson
• Case No. 37-2022: Variance for a permanent, free-standing accessory structure at 28831 Harper
• Case No. 32-2023: 10.5% total lot coverage variance for an expanded front porch at 21639 Ardmore Park Drive

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to receive reports on museum activities, the historical society, and library operations. No specific decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Museum Activities report
• Historical Society report
• Librarian's report

Water Resources

The December 5, 2023, Water Resources Board meeting for the City of St. Clair Shores has been canceled. There are no scheduled cases to be heard at this time.

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to approve the number of voting precincts and counting boards for the February 27, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. The body will also consider recommendations regarding equipment testing and precinct relocation.

• Approval of 21 Voting Precincts and 21 Absentee Voter Counting Boards for February 27, 2024
• Recommendation to hire a third-party vendor for 2024 election equipment pretesting
• Scheduling of Public Accuracy Test for February 27, 2024, election by February 12, 2024
• Recommendation for permanent relocation of Precinct 20 Kennedy Middle School

Compensation Commission for Elected Officials

The Compensation Commission will meet to select officers and approve minutes from a 2021 meeting. The commission is also scheduled to review the salaries of the Mayor and City Council.

• Selection of Officers
• Approval of December 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Salaries of Mayor & City Council

City Council

The St. Clair Shores City Council will hear the FY2023 audit report from Yeo & Yeo and consider three site plan approvals for businesses on Harper Avenue and Nine Mile Road. The council will also discuss a golf course tee renovation and downtown streetscape concepts, plus approve several contracts and purchases.

• Site plan approval for Clean Express Auto Wash at 25100 Harper
• Site plan approval for Beyond Juicery + Eatery at 28801 Harper
• Site plan approval for new gas station at Kroger, 20660 Nine Mile
• Blanket purchase order for Motorola/WatchGuard in-car and body cameras (Year 1 of 5)
• Award contract for Construction Manager for Police & Central Fire Station projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider site plan approvals for a car wash, a gas station, and a restaurant. The body will also review minutes from the October 24, 2023 meeting and receive staff and representative reports.

• Site plan approval for Express Wash car wash at 25100 Harper
• Site plan approval for a new gas station at 20660 Nine Mile (Kroger parking lot)
• Site plan approval for Beyond Juicery Eatery restaurant at 28801 Harper

City Council

The City Council is holding an organizational meeting to select a Mayor Pro Tem and review several administrative requests. Key items include the appointment of an Attorney Magistrate for the 40th District Court and a site plan for an electric vehicle charging station at Roy O’Brien Ford.

• Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
• Appointment of Mark S. Metry as Attorney Magistrate with a $50,000 performance bond
• Site plan approval for 3 EV charging stations at 22101 Nine Mile Road
• Recognition of Lakeview Orchestra Parents as a nonprofit for charitable gaming
• Approval of land donation from the Holzhauer Charitable Remantum Trust

Senior Advisory Committee

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee will review previous minutes and receive reports from the City Council liaison and Senior Center Coordinator.

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is meeting to review financial reports and approve administrative updates. The board will consider new policies regarding technology assistance and cell phone and noise usage.

• Approval of the Technology Assistance Policy
• Approval of the Cell Phone and Noise Policy
• Approval of 2024 Meeting Dates
• Review of Monthly Budget Reports for the Library and Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum

Fence Arb.

The Fence Arbitration Committee will consider Case #19-2023, a request by Ryan Moran to install a 6-foot-tall wood privacy fence along half the rear lot at 21838 Lakeland St., after the application was denied for having the finished side facing inward. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and audience participation.

• Case #19-2023: 21838 Lakeland St. – Ryan Moran requests 6' wood privacy fence along half of rear lot; denied for good side facing in.
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023.
• Audience participation period.

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board is reviewing several applications for canal-related construction projects. These cases involve installing new steel sheet piles, seawalls, and side lift hoists at various residential properties.

• Canal Case #28-2023: Install 46 linear feet of steel sheet pile at 22411 Lakecrest
• Canal Case #29-2023: Install 50' of seawall at 23329 Clairwood
• Canal Case #30-2023: Install 50' of seawall at 23335 Clairwood
• Canal Case #31-2023: Remove overhead structure and install 12’ x 10’ side lift hoist at 23218 Liberty
• Canal Case #32-2023: Install 50 linear feet of seawall and 5 spring pilings at 23268 Clairwood

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to use a stucco-like material (Dryvit) instead of brick on a new construction at 21925 E. 10 Mile. The board will also consider meeting minutes from May 9, 2023, and receive a staff report before adjourning.

• Variance request for stucco-like Dryvit in lieu of brick at 21925 E. 10 Mile (Ordinance 22.012, Sec. 25-12)
• Consideration of meeting minutes from May 9, 2023

Planning Commission

The November 14, 2023, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the October 24, 2023, meeting minutes is postponed to the next regular meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases

City Council

This work study meeting includes an update on the Fire Building project, featuring design options and a $7,935,000 total project cost estimate. The Council will also review a draft Memorandum of Understanding regarding the donation of a parcel of Jefferson property from the Holzhauer Charitable Remainder Trust.

• Fire Station project cost estimate totaling $7,935,000
• Proposed fire station design options including mezzanine and deck features
• Draft MOU for the donation of parcel 09-14-02-476-008 (Jefferson Property)
• Promissory note terms for property transfer involving $710,543 at 7.0% interest
• Discussion of civil infractions and ACT 345 overage

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 12, 2023, and receive a director's report. The main item is the distribution of the 5-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Committee reports will cover athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs.

• Distribution of the 5-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2023
• Committee reports on athletics, including soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoes, hockey, and figure skating
• Reports on Lakefront Parks & Aquatics Facilities: Lac Sainte Claire Harbor, Pool, Blossom Heath Park, Wahby Park, and Veterans Memorial Park
• Reports on Neighborhood Parks: Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, and Tiseo Skate Park

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to continue its visioning discussion for downtown St. Clair Shores. The board will review revised concept plans for Greater Mack, improvement options for Nine Mile (including a road diet and sidewalk widening), bike lane and crosswalk options, and roundabout possibilities. They will also approve minutes and the financial report.

• Review revised Greater Mack Concept Plan
• Review Nine Mile improvement options (Greater Mack–Jefferson): Road Diet option, North Sidewalk Widening option
• Review options for bike lanes & crosswalks on Nine Mile & Cavalier
• Review options to incorporate roundabouts

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee will discuss upcoming tours for 2023 and 2024, including confirmed visits to the Arab American Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, and the Military Technical & Historical Museum. The committee will also hold elections for officers.

• Arab American Museum tour on November 9, contact David A. Serio
• Detroit Institute of Arts Melodies at the Museum on December 13, free bus and coffee reception
• Military Technical & Historical Museum on January 14, $3 per person, Rosie the Riveter presentation
• Pending tours: Refill Emporium (February TBD), DSO Coffee Concert (May 17), DNR Outdoor Adventure Center
• Election of officers

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on community projects, including electrical work for wreaths, construction impacts for 2024, invasive species, fall cleanup on 12 Mile/Greater Mack, and sign lights. Members will also review minutes, the treasurer's report, and plan for the December meeting and membership renewals.

• John Caron update on community, electrical for wreaths, and construction for 2024 effect on BC
• Michelle update on BCSEM meeting and invasive species
• Denise report on fall clean-up at 12 Mile/Greater Mack
• Jeff Fisette update on Donaldson & Milk River sign lights, invasive plants at golf course, Masonic construction
• Diana report on bed clean-up, wreath schedule 11/18, Blossom Heath December/January

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to receive reports from the museum, historical society, and librarian. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or new business.

• Museum Activities report
• Historical Society Report
• Librarian’s Report

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider four individual requests for zoning variances. These requests involve setbacks for windows and the placement or size of accessory structures.

• Case 28-2023: 1 foot side yard setback variance for an egress window at 21925 10 Mile Rd.
• Case 29-2023: Request for a shed in the front yard at 22641 Pointe
• Case 30-2023: Request for an accessory structure in the front yard at 33604 Jefferson
• Case 31-2023: Request for a second accessory structure over 144 square feet and a 1.125 inch wall height variance at 21909 Downing

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade Committee is meeting to approve past minutes, discuss the 2024 parade date (Sunday, May 26, on Harper from Ridgeway to 11 Mile), and review the 2024 parade application process. They will also address any remaining bills from the 2023 parade, plan a fund-raiser dinner for April 18, and consider establishing an online payment system.

• Parade date set for Sunday, May 26, on Harper from Ridgeway to 11 Mile (1.8 miles)
• Review and approval of minutes from May 17 and June 19, 2023 meetings
• Last call for any bills to pay from the 2023 parade
• Fund-raiser dinner scheduled for Thursday, April 18
• Discussion of establishing an online payment system

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee will meet to approve October minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss a shed project (sponsorship or $2,000 for materials, or $4,500 for an assembled kit) and a food waste initiative pending City Council response. The meeting also includes a recap of the Fall into Fun Festival and a winter schedule with no meetings in December or January.

• Shed project: sponsorship or $2,000 for materials, or $4,500 for assembled kit
• Food waste initiative: awaiting City Council response on funding
• Fall into Fun Festival recap
• Winter schedule: no meetings in December or January

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The Police & Fire Pension Board and Retiree Health Care Trust Board will hold back-to-back regular meetings. The pension board will consider consent agenda items including approval of minutes, invoices totaling $83,191.17, a DROP distribution, an annuity withdrawal, and a retirement application, plus new business with private credit interviews and investment performance reports. The health care trust board will consider its own consent agenda with invoices totaling $24,397.77 and an investment performance report.

• Approval of invoices: Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company $8,815; Graystone Consulting $74,376.17 (pension board)
• Approval for DROP distribution and annuity withdrawal – Jenna Conrad
• Receive and file retirement application – Jennifer Nelson
• Private credit interviews with Blackstone (Bill Dodson) and Cion/Ares (Matthew Desiderio)
• Approval of invoices: Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company $7,035; Graystone Consulting $17,362.77 (health care trust board)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration meeting scheduled for October 26, 2023, has been canceled. The City Planner stated there are no cases scheduled to be heard.

Planning Commission

The St. Clair Shores Planning Commission will consider a site plan approval for an electric vehicle charging station at Roy O'Brien, 22101 Nine Mile. The agenda also includes approval of the September 12, 2023 meeting minutes, a report from the last City Council meeting, a staff report, and audience participation.

• Site plan approval for EV charging station at Roy O'Brien, 22101 Nine Mile (Case No. PPC 23011)
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 12, 2023
• Representative's report on last City Council meeting
• Staff report

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will hear a request for a variance to replace an air conditioner in the same location at 31720 Jefferson Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its October 9 meeting and take public comment.

• Variance request for air conditioner replacement at 31720 Jefferson Avenue
• Approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Senior Advisory Committee

The St. Clair Shores Senior Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, liaison reports, and coordinator updates, with no major decisions or proposals listed. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes per speaker.

• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting
• Liaison report from City Council (David Rubello)
• Senior Center Coordinator report
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker

Library Board

The agenda states there is no Library Board meeting for October 19, 2023. This is a cancellation notice, not a meeting agenda, so no items are being decided or discussed.

• No meeting scheduled

Activities Committee

The Activities Committee is meeting to discuss and plan upcoming community events, specifically the Halloween Fun Fest and Christmas Tree Lighting. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, a financial report, and updates on ongoing business.

• Halloween Fun Fest planning
• Christmas Tree Lighting planning
• Financial report review
• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Fence Arb.

The Fence Arbitration Committee will hear five cases where fence permits were approved but inspections denied due to height or placement violations. Each case involves a request to install a fence that exceeds the 6-foot limit or extends beyond the building face. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case 14-2023: 22469 Statler – Ken & Peni Appelt request 6-ft vinyl privacy fence, denied because installed at 6'4"
• Case 15-2023: 20250 Nine Mile Rd. – G.A. Johnson & Son/Public Storage request 7-ft wrought iron fence with ornamental topping
• Case 16-2023: 30205 Jefferson – Amy Florek (Monte Tots, Trinity Episcopal Church) request 4-ft aluminum fence beyond building face
• Case 17-2023: 21447 Share – Jessica Marshall/Kimberly Fence request 6-ft cedar fence, denied at 6'4" by driveway
• Case 18-2023: 21443 Share – Carl Radjewski/Kimberly Fence request 6-ft cedar fence, denied at 6'4" due to grade

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing environmental projects, including a recent drain test, tree plantings, and clean-ups. They will also review the treasury report, plan for the 2024 project dates, and consider speakers for the annual meeting. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Testing of Cottrell Drain on October 7, 2023
• Kyte Monroe (including Skate Park Garden) planting date set for 10/21/23
• Tree Planting at Schools and Grant
• Storm Drain Stenciling
• Monofilament Fishing Line Recovery

General Employees Retirees Health Care Trust

The Board will review investment performance ending September 30, 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and several invoices.

• Approval of August 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Invoice: AndCo Consulting for $3,750
• Invoice: Gabriel Roeder, Smith & Company for $7,035
• Investment Performance Review ending September 30, 2023

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board will meet to discuss investment performance, approve meeting minutes and invoices, and receive a GASB accounting report. The agenda includes a presentation from AndCo Consulting on investment performance and a report from Gabriel Roeder Smith on pension accounting.

• AndCo Consulting Flash Report on investment performance for period ending September 30, 2023
• Receive and file GASB Statement Nos. 67 & 68 accounting report from Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company
• Approval of invoices as of October 12, 2023
• Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP portfolio monitoring report

City Council

The City Council will review plans for a new parking lot and canopy at the Senior Activity Center funded by CDBG. The meeting also includes a request to award a contract for seawall repairs at Champine Park.

• Approval of new parking lot and canopy plans for the Senior Activity Center
• Awarding of $198,513.61 bid to JSS-Macomb LLC for Champine Park seawall repairs
• Proposed 10% contingency for Champine Park project, bringing total impact to $218,400
• Purchase of a Heavy-Duty Utility Cart with a Hydraulic Dump
• Amendment to stop sign ordinance at Sunnyside and Malvern

Parks & Recreation Commission

The St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August 2023, hear a director's report, and discuss new and old business. Committee reports will cover athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2023
• Athletics committee reports on soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoes, hockey, and figure skating
• Lakefront parks and aquatics report on Lac Sainte Claire Harbor, pool, and Blossom Heath and Wahby parks
• Neighborhood parks report on Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, and Tiseo Skate Park
• Recreation programs report including senior liaison and special needs program

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The St. Clair Shores Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and a financial report, discuss holiday decor, and launch the Visioning Downtown initiative by selecting a sub-committee and setting a planning timeline. They will also review the Rock the Shores event and the Cool City Committee.

• Kickoff of Visioning Downtown with sub-committee selection and timeline
• Discussion of holiday decor for downtown
• Review of Rock the Shores event
• Cool City Committee update

Cultural Committee

The Cultural Committee will review and discuss several planned tours and talks, including confirmed visits to the Anatomy of Death Museum (Oct 16) and Arab American Museum (Nov 9), as well as pending events such as the Refill Emporium (Feb TBD) and a 2024 DSO Coffee Concert. The committee will also consider a group rate of $3.00 per person for the Military Technical & Historical Society Museum. Additionally, a confirmed talk by the Mystic Michigan Paranormal Group is scheduled for October 23 at the library. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, adoption of agenda, approval of minutes, financial report, and correspondence.

• Anatomy of Death Museum tour, October 16 – contact Dawn
• Arab American Museum tour, November 9 – contact Dawn
• Refill Emporium tour, February TBD – contact Dawn
• 2024 DSO Coffee Concert, May 17 – contact Madeline
• Military Technical & Historical Society Museum group rate: $3.00 per person

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes, a treasurer report, and updates from members on various projects including a fence at 11 Mile/696, invasive species, and fall plantings. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• John Caron update on fence at 11 Mile/696
• Michelle update on BCSEM awards and invasive species
• Jeff Fisette update on Donaldson & Milk River sign lights and phragmites at golf course
• Diana update on fall mums/water, bed clean November 1st, wreaths, and 2024 beds
• Lillian recap of awards night, November meetings, membership, and Farmers Market

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The St. Clair Shores Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) is holding a special meeting to discuss new business, including a landscape bid for Wahby Park and a master plan discussion. The agenda also includes old business, audience participation, and setting the next meeting date. The meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2023, at 6 P.M. at City Hall.

• Wahby Park Landscape Bid
• Master plan discussion for Wahby Park enhancements
• Proposal from KotoDesign for a master plan at $1,775 lump sum
• Next meeting date set for December 20, 2023

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The October 10, 2023, Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to hear. Approval of the minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting is postponed to the next regular meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for October 10, 2023
• No cases to be heard
• Minutes from May 9, 2023, meeting deferred to next regular meeting

Planning Commission

The October 10, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the September 12, 2023 meeting minutes will be postponed to the next regular meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard
• September 12, 2023 meeting minutes deferred to next regular meeting

Election Commission

The Election Commission is holding a special meeting to approve election inspectors and absentee counting board members for the November 7, 2023 City General Election, and to conduct a public accuracy test of voting tabulators for Precincts 13, 15, and 21. The commission will also adopt a resolution appointing Absentee Counting Board inspectors and set their start time. This is an administrative meeting focused on election preparation.

• Approval of November 7, 2023 election inspectors and receiving board members
• Adopt resolution appointing Absentee Counting Board inspectors to the 17 AVCB
• Public Accuracy Test for tabulators in Precincts 13, 15, and 21
• Approval of third-party vendor testing for voting equipment
• Meeting at City Hall, 27600 Jefferson Avenue, 10:30 a.m.

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider three variance requests for air conditioner units and generators at residential properties, plus approve minutes from the prior meeting. The board decides whether to grant exceptions to the city's mechanical equipment ordinance.

• Variance to replace A/C unit on side of house at 23293 Clairwood
• Variance to place new generator on side of house at 22411 Lakeland
• Variance for two A/C units on side and one generator in front at 30202 Jefferson
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The St. Clair Shores Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance cases: a 2-foot front setback variance for a porch at 22911 California, and variances for a third story and attached garage extension at 30202 Jefferson. The board will also approve minutes from its September 7, 2023 meeting.

• Case 24-2023: Anthony Avecilla requests 2-foot front setback variance for an open unenclosed porch at 22911 California
• Case 25-2023: Joseph S. Novitsky requests variance for a third story on a residential home at 30202 Jefferson
• Case 25-2023 also requests variance to allow attached garage to extend more than 5 feet beyond front façade
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2023 ZBA meeting

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and committee responsibilities. They will also plan upcoming events like a possible yoga session and the Fall into Fun Festival, and consider project ideas such as a new garden shed, a food waste initiative, and an English garden. The agenda includes several items with cost estimates, but no final decisions are listed.

• Shed project: $2,000 for materials or $4,500 for assembled kit
• Food waste initiative awaiting City Council response
• Fall into Fun Festival planning, including pumpkins and crafts
• Garden cleanup and compost decision (fall vs. spring)
• Pre-rentals of garden beds for 2024

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will discuss and potentially approve Anchor Marine Construction's proposal to install a silhouette boat hoist at 30202 Jefferson Avenue.

• Lake Case #27-2023: Approval of Anchor Marine Construction's application for installing a silhouette boat hoist including 4 steel pilings at 30202 Jefferson

Historical Commission

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting to adopt the agenda, approve minutes, and receive information reports from museum activities, the historical society, genealogy group, individual members, and the librarian. No new business or public hearings are listed; the agenda consists of procedural and informational items.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Museum activities report
• Historical Society report
• Genealogy Group report
• Librarian’s report

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and utility requests, including water main replacements and drain inspections. The agenda also includes a request to purchase a Ford Explorer P.I. Utility for the Police Department.

• Purchase of a Ford Explorer P.I. Utility from Gorno Ford for $51,670.00
• Alexander Storm Drain Inspection Project by MCPW Office
• 9 Mile Water Main Replacement Project by MCPW Office
• Lead Service Line Replacement Project and Blanket Purchase Order
• Emergency Pool Repair

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee is meeting to consider appeals for two denied sign requests: one from Envy Auto Group and one from Sharp Electric Co. on behalf of Fishbones Restaurant. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. If the petitioners do not appear, their requests will be automatically denied and fees forfeited.

• Envy Auto Group, 20709 Nine Mile Rd., wall sign denied because it does not abut a public road
• Fishbones Restaurant, 23722 Jefferson Ave., free-standing electronic message board sign denied for multiple code violations
• Fishbones sign violations: two pole signs cannot abut same road, must be 60 feet from center line of Jefferson, must be on restaurant property, and exceeds maximum square footage
• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2023 meeting

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board and the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board will hold back-to-back regular meetings. The pension board will consider a private credit education presentation, market updates, an investment policy statement, a service credit purchase policy, and a duty disability application. The health care trust board will also discuss market updates and an investment policy statement.

• Approval of invoices – Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company $2,000
• Approval of annuity withdrawal – Ryan Koepp
• File and Receive final retirement calculation – Ryan Koepp
• File and Receive application for DROP – Jenna Conrad
• File and Receive Duty Disability application – Scott Schwabe

Activities Committee

The Activities Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Halloween Fun Fest and Christmas Tree Lighting events, along with a request to approve hotel costs for a conference. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a financial report.

• Request to approve cost of hotel for conference
• Discussion of Halloween Fun Fest
• Discussion of Christmas Tree Lighting
• Financial report

Planning Commission

The September 26, 2023, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the September 12, 2023, meeting is postponed to the next regularly scheduled meeting. This agenda is purely procedural with no substantive items.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases
• Minutes from September 12, 2023, deferred to next meeting

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Committees will conduct interviews for the Communications, Compensation, and Historical Commissions. It will also review resignations, new applications, vacancies, and reappointments, and discuss 2024 meeting dates and annual reports.

• Interviews for Communications Commission, Compensation Commission, Historical Commission
• Review of 2 resignations
• Review of 5 new applications
• Review of vacancies
• 5 reappointments

Police & Fire Civil Service Commission

The Police & Fire Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to approve the minutes from June 22, 2023, and to approve a firefighter eligibility list. The agenda also includes old business, new business, and audience participation.

• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2023
• Approve Firefighter Eligibility List

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, liaison reports, and a Senior Center Coordinator report. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2023
• City Council liaison report by David Rubello
• Senior Center Coordinator report by Matthew Hubinsky

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. The meeting includes roll call, adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, and reports from the librarian and on finances. No action items are listed, and the financial reports for June and July are marked as not available.

• Monthly budget reports for June, July, and August marked N/A
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget reports for June, July, and August marked N/A
• Cooperative Purchasing Account report for August
• Cooperative Video Account report for August
• Raymond James monthly statement July 31 to August 31, 2023

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The St. Clair Shores Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and discuss several new and old business items. New business includes pier cleaning, a Christmas cruise, a pier project award, and a meeting date change. Old business covers landscaping and fountains at Wahby Park, Christmas lighting on the pier and Nautical Mile/Blossom Heath Park, and the status of a condo development on the vacant Wine Dock property. The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet immediately after with a similar agenda.

• Discussion of cleaning the pier (Richard Widgren)
• Christmas Cruise between Downtown District and Blossom Heath
• Award for Pier Project
• Status of condo development on vacant Wine Dock property
• Change next meeting date from December 21 to December 20

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) will hold a regular meeting to discuss new business including cleaning of the pier, a Christmas cruise between the Downtown District and Blossom Heath, and an award for the pier project. Old business items include status updates on landscaping at Wahby Park, Christmas lighting, and condo development on the vacant Wine Dock property. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Cleaning of the Pier
• Christmas Cruise between Downtown District and Blossom Heath
• Award for Pier Project
• Status of Condo development on vacant Wine Dock property
• Status of Landscaping Wahby Park

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will hear presentations from three consulting firms (AEW, Fishbeck, Henessey) and then select one to lead the Visioning Downtown initiative. The board will also approve minutes from July and a financial report, and discuss banner-related old business.

• Presentations by AEW, Fishbeck, and Henessey for Visioning Downtown
• Selection of a consultant to lead the Visioning Downtown project
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023 meeting
• Approval of financial report
• Discussion of banners under old business

Fence Arb.

The Fence Arbitration Committee will hear eight cases from property owners requesting fence installations or modifications that were denied by the city. Each case involves a specific address and reason for denial, such as fences extending beyond the front of the house or on water-adjacent property. The committee may also discuss a potential ordinance amendment regarding fence height due to uneven ground.

• Case #06-2023: 34046 Jefferson – request for 6-ft aluminum privacy fence denied for being on water-adjacent property and beyond front of house
• Case #07-2023: 22821 Violet – request for 6-ft wood privacy fence denied for extending 10' beyond front of house
• Case #08-2023: 21741 Edmunton – fence measured 6'4" due to unlevel ground; may set precedent for height allowance
• Case #10-2023: 31024 Jefferson – request for 24" brick knee wall with pillars denied for being on water and in front of house
• Case #13-2023: 32050 Harper – Viviano's Flower Shop request for 6-ft shadowbox fence reducing to 4 ft denied for extending beyond building front

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss and plan several environmental projects, including testing of the Cottrell Drain on October 7, 2023, various clean-up events, and tree planting at schools. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, treasury report, and public comments.

• Testing of Cottrell Drain on October 7, 2023
• I94 Clean-Up
• Mini-Clean-Up at Blossom Heath
• Nautical Coast Clean-Up
• Tree Planting at Schools

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board will meet to review an investment performance report from AndCo Consulting and receive an employer contribution summary of $2,782,182.90 for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. The board will also consider approving the 2024 meeting schedule and other routine items.

• Employer contribution summary of $2,782,182.90 for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023
• AndCo Consulting presentation on investment performance for period ending August 31, 2023
• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
• Portfolio monitoring report from Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP

City Council

The City Council will decide whether to sell a surplus city-owned parcel at 22022 Sunnydale to the adjacent property's trust for $3,500, and whether to approve a liquor license transfer from Ardmore Café LLC to The Ardmore Restaurant LLC at 26717 Little Mack Ave. The agenda also includes FY2024 carryover requests, final payment for Visnaw Street reconstruction, and several consent agenda items.

• Sale of city-owned parcel 09-14-22-401-005 at 22022 Sunnydale to Patricia S. Trust for $3,500
• Transfer of 2023 Class C & SDM liquor license with Sunday sales and entertainment permits to The Ardmore Restaurant LLC at 26717 Little Mack Ave
• FY2024 Carryover Requests
• Final payment authorization to PAMAR for Visnaw Street Reconstruction
• Consent agenda includes approval of 2024 City Council meeting schedule and blanket purchase order for code enforcement

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will hear a variance request to replace air conditioner units in the same location on the side of a deck at 23226 Liberty St. The board will also consider minutes from the August 28, 2023 meeting and allow audience participation.

• Variance request for AC unit replacement at 23226 Liberty St
• Consideration of August 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public audience participation

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee will discuss and confirm upcoming tours and talks for fall 2023, including visits to Affirmations, the Anatomy of Death Museum, and the Arab American Museum. The Lac St. Claire Art Fair children's event scheduled for September 16 has been cancelled.

• Tours: Affirmations on September 28 ($15/ticket), Anatomy of Death Museum on October 16 ($22/ticket), Arab American Museum on November 9 (tickets on sale October 9)
• Pending tours: Refill Emporium in February 2024 and DSO Coffee Concert in 2024
• Confirmed talk: Mystic Michigan Paranormal Group on October 23 at the library (reservations open October 2)
• Cancelled: Lac St. Claire Art Fair children's craft project on September 16

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting to review minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and receive updates from members on various beautification projects, including a fence project, a farmers market plant giveaway, award presentations, and fall plantings. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• John Caron reports on fence at 11 Mile/696 bed and home/business award presentation to city council
• Eileen reports on Farmers Market September 24th and plant giveaway
• Michelle provides BCSEM awards and meeting update
• Jeff Fisette updates on Donaldsons & Milk River sign lights and phragmites at the golf course
• Lillian reports on awards night reception and bed clean out on November 1st

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from July 14, 2023, and discuss old business, including special assessment districts. The agenda includes audience participation and scheduling a special meeting for September 20, 2023. No new business items are listed.

• Approval of July 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of special assessment districts
• Special meeting scheduled for September 20, 2023

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The September 12, 2023, Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting is postponed to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases
• Minutes from May 9, 2023, deferred to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for Case PPC23010 (Caper). The agenda also includes approval of July 25, 2023 minutes, a council representative's report, a staff report, and audience participation.

• Public hearing for Case PPC23010 (Caper)
• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Representative's report of last City Council meeting
• Staff report
• Audience participation

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Community Development Block Grant Funds. The commission approved the minutes from the July 25, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of July 25, 2023 (All Ayes)
• Excused Commissioners Jones, Mazzenga, and McKay (All Ayes)

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will meet to consider two specific lake and canal cases. The board will also review the minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting.

• Lake Case #25-2023: Installation of 85 linear feet of sheet pile and 650 yards of fill at 30230 Jefferson
• Canal Case #26-2023: Construction of a covered boat-well at 22710 Bayview

The Water Resources and Advisory Board approved two waterfront construction projects. One involves a sheet pile enclosure and fill at a lake property, and the other is a covered boat-well on a canal.

• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved Lake Case #25-2023 for 30230 Jefferson to install 85 linear feet of sheet pile and 650 yards of fill, pending a signed hold harmless (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #26-2023 for 22710 Bayview to construct a covered boat-well, pending Community Development approvals and specific height and drawing requirements (4-2)

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a treasurer's report, and to discuss several pending items. Key topics include ADA-accessible beds, a dog waste station, and upcoming events like yoga and Tea and Strings. The agenda is mostly procedural with some operational updates.

• ADA beds: city to fill around pad
• Dog waste station discussion
• Garlic resources (Tracy)
• Fruit trees: planting unlikely until September
• Events: Yoga on 9/11, Tea and Strings

The committee approved the August meeting minutes and the treasurer report showing a current balance of $13,261.74. Members discussed logistics for upcoming September events, including a music event on September 17th and a library event on September 23rd.

• Approved August minutes
• Approved treasurer report (Current balance $13,261.74)

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 7, 2023, to consider five variance requests. Cases include a patio poured without a permit, a garage wall height variance, a body art facility in a B-1 district, and parking space variances for a salon and office. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Case 19-2023: 3-foot sideyard and 13-foot front yard variance for a patio at 32215 Jefferson (Tony J's Bar and Grille)
• Case 20-2023: Adult personal service business (body art) variance in B-1 district at 26519 Little Mack
• Case 21-2023: 1.167-foot wall height variance for a garage at 27840 Jefferson
• Case 22-2023: Setback and lot coverage variances for deck and porch at 22812 Pleasant
• Case 23-2023: 8 parking space variance for salon and office at 21916 Harper

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for a restaurant patio, a tattoo facility, and a garage wall height. A request for an 8-space parking variance for a salon and office at 21916 Harper was denied. The board also heard a request for setback and lot coverage variances at 22812 Pleasant.

• Approved 3-foot side and 13-foot front yard variance for patio at 32215 Jefferson (7-0)
• Denied 8 parking space variance for salon and office at 21916 Harper (7-0)
• Approved variance for adult personal service business (body art facility) at 26519 Little Mack (7-0)
• Approved 1.167-foot wall height variance for garage at 27840 Jefferson (6-1)

City Council

The St. Clair Shores City Council is reviewing a request to extend Michael P. Kavanaugh's contract as Counsel Administrator for the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. The proposed one-year extension would pay an hourly rate of $120, not to exceed $78,000 annually, funded by an MIDC grant.

• One-year contract extension for Michael P. Kavanaugh at $120/hour (not to exceed $78,000)
• Purchase of 3 Police Patrol Dodge Chargers
• Approval of blanket purchase order for EMS supplies from Boundtree Medical
• Approval of blanket purchase orders for weed control, rodent baiting, and code enforcement services

City Council approved several public safety expenditures, including new patrol cars and EMS supplies. The Council also extended the contract for the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) Council Administrator with a new requirement for a complaint notification process.

• Approved contract extension for MIDC Council Administrator Michael P. Kavanaugh at $120/hour, not to exceed $78,000 (6-0)
• Approved $116,486.33 blanket purchase order for 8 patrol vehicle buildups with ABS Police Equipment (6-0)
• Approved $106,671.00 purchase of three V6 AWD Dodge Chargers from LaFontaine CDJR-Lansing (6-0)
• Approved $62,000 blanket purchase order for ALS supplies from Bound Tree Medical (6-0)
• Approved $13,227,907.68 in bills for services rendered (6-0)
• Approved progress payments to Michigan Joint Sealing, Fontana Construction, Best Asphalt, Vin-Con, and Advanced Pool Services (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Cultural Committee, Historical Commission, Planning Commission, and Water Resources Board (6-0)
• Approved reappointment of nine members to various city commissions and committees (6-0)

Historical Commission

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, information reports from the museum, historical society, genealogy group, and librarian, as well as old and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• Approval of minutes
• Museum activities report
• Historical Society report
• Genealogy Group report
• Librarian's report

The Historical Commission approved up to $2,500 for dendrochronology testing to determine the age of the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse. The board also approved the design for the Lake Shore Church historical marker. Members discussed emergency porch repairs for the farmhouse and the preservation of a mural at Blossom Heath.

• Approved up to $2,500 from Madeline Reeder funds for farmhouse log analysis (All Ayes)
• Approved Lake Shore Church historical marker (All Ayes)
• Approved amendment to June 6, 2023 minutes regarding water tower demolition costs (All Ayes)
• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Removed Genealogy Group from the agenda (All Ayes)

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board and the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board are holding regular meetings. Both boards will consider consent agendas including approval of minutes and invoices. No new business is listed for either board.

• Approval of invoices: Comerica Cash $2,543.24; Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company $8,300; Loomis Sayles $14,117.07; Vanoverbeeke Michaud & Timmony, PC $4,446
• Approval of invoices for Health Care Trust: Loomis Sayles $3,017.85
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 for both boards

Election Commission

The Election Commission will consider adopting an amended resolution to consolidate voting precincts and use 17 Absentee Voter Counting Boards for the November 7, 2023 City General Election. They will also approve the official ballot for that election and schedule a Public Accuracy Test by October 16, 2023. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and audience participation.

• Adoption of amended resolution to consolidate voting precincts for Nov. 7, 2023 City General Election (use of 17 Absentee Voter Counting Boards)
• Approval of November 7, 2023 City General Ballot
• Scheduling of Public Accuracy Test for City General Election no later than October 16, 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved the consolidation of eight voting precincts into four for the November 7, 2023, City General Election. The board also approved the election ballots and scheduled the Public Accuracy Test.

• Approved consolidation of 8 precincts into 4 for November 7, 2023 election (3-0)
• Approved November 7, 2023 City General Election ballots (3-0)
• Approved scheduling Public Accuracy Test no later than October 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Animal Ordinance Committee

The Animal Ordinance Committee will meet to review the July 10, 2023, proposed minutes. The committee will also consider a request from Jared Mason and Brennan Deckrow for an exception to the number of dogs allowed at 22011 O’Connor St.

• Approval of July 10, 2023, proposed minutes
• Request for 4 dogs at 22011 O’Connor St. via exception to Ordinance Chapter 6 Section 6-5

The Animal Ordinance Committee approved a variance allowing four dogs at a single residence. The approval is conditional, requiring the property to return to the three-dog limit once one of the residents moves out.

• Approved minutes of July 10, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Granted variance to Animal Ordinance Chapter 6.5 allowing a fourth dog at 22011 O’Connor Street (3-0)

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider two variance requests: one to place an air conditioner on the side of a house at 22454 Benjamin, and another to replace a generator at 31022 Jefferson (tabled from the August 14 meeting). The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting. Public participation is allowed.

• Variance request for air conditioner at 22454 Benjamin (Case PMBA 23024)
• Variance request to replace generator at 31022 Jefferson (Case PMBA 23022, tabled from 08-14-23)
• Consideration of August 14, 2023 meeting minutes

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee approved two variance requests for residential equipment placement. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 26, 2023.

• Approved variance for air conditioner installation at 22454 Benjamin (All-0)
• Approved variance to replace a generator at 31022 Jefferson per August 25, 2023 drawings (All-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee will consider appeals for three denied sign permits: two for All Dental Denture and Implant Center at 26401 Harper and one for Harper's Market LLC at 31561 Harper. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting.

• Dream Sign Inc. appeal for All Dental Denture and Implant Center: addition to existing pole sign denied because combined sign area (80 sq ft) exceeds permitted 67.5 sq ft
• Dream Sign Inc. appeal for All Dental Denture and Implant Center: wall-mounted sign on parking lot elevation denied; wall signs must be on front of building only
• Erjon Lika appeal for Harper's Market LLC: wall-mounted sign on roof denied
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 meeting

The Board approved three requests for signs that had been previously denied due to size and placement restrictions. The decisions allow for a pole sign addition, a parking lot elevation wall sign, and a roof-mounted sign. All approved variances require any further changes to be submitted to the Community Development Department.

• Approved pole sign addition for All Dental Denture and Implant Center at 26401 Harper (3-0)
• Approved wall-mounted sign on parking lot elevation for All Dental Denture and Implant Center at 26401 Harper (3-0)
• Approved wall-mounted sign on building roof for Harper’s Market LLC at 31561 Harper (3-0)
• Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted Assistant Mike Greene as alternate for City Manager Lent (3-0)

Activities Committee

The August 23, 2023 Activities Committee meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions and Committees will conduct interviews for four positions on the Planning Commission, Historical Commission, and Cultural Committee. The committee will also review six resignations, six new applications, and ten reappointments, and discuss a recommendation to move a Water Resources & Development Committee alternate to a full voting position.

• Interviews for 4 positions: Planning Commission, Historical Commission, Cultural Committee
• Review of 6 resignations and 6 new applications
• Review of 10 reappointments
• Recommendation to move Water Resources & Development Committee alternate to full voting position
• Request to review board members' resident status and attendance

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions & Committees recommended four new appointments and 10 reappointments to the Mayor and Council. The committee also accepted six resignations and appointed a Council Liaison to the Fence Arbitration Committee.

• Recommended appointment of Randy Calderon, Charles Shock, Maria D’Agostini, and Dawn Zifilippo to various commissions (3-0)
• Accepted resignations of George Recor, Marge Bowman, Gerrit Ketelhut, Sharon Farrell, Emil DePasquale, and Erich Eggert (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of 10 members to various commissions and committees (3-0)
• Moved Robert Michielutti from Alternate to Regular position on Water Resources Development & Advisory Board (3-0)
• Approved sending residency letters to members no longer residing in the City (3-0)
• Appointed Council Member Dave Rubello as Council Liaison to the Fence Arbitration Committee (3-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request for special land use and site plan approval for a five-story residential building. The proposal includes a pool, rooftop common area, and fitness center. Staff recommends approval with conditions regarding noise, traffic direction, and rental limits.

• Special land use and site plan approval for 40-unit complex at 24101 Jefferson
• EGLE State High Water Infrastructure Grant of $83,158.00 for Master Plan updates
• Budget amendment for Spalding DeDecker contract from $45,000 to $65,000
• MDOT contracts for work on Masonic (from Harper to I-94) and 11 Mile Road
• SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant of $32,740 for Nine Mack DDA transportation plan

The City Council held a discussion regarding a request for special land use to allow a 40-unit, five-story multi-family complex to exceed the two-story limit in the Central Lakefront District. The provided minutes end before a final vote or decision was recorded for this item.

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is holding a regular meeting with routine items like roll call, agenda adoption, and minutes approval. The main action item is a vote on the Technology Policy. Financial reports for June and July are marked as not available, but other financial accounts will be reviewed.

• Approval of the Technology Policy
• Monthly Budget Report – June and July not available
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum Budget Report – June and July not available
• Cooperative Purchasing Account – July
• Raymond James statement June 30 to July 31, 2023

The Board approved the library's Technology Policy and the 2024 meeting dates. Additionally, the Board authorized Assistant Library Director Stephanie Fair to attend the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference in October.

• Approved Technology Policy (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Library Board Meeting Dates (5-0)
• Approved attendance of Stephanie Fair at Michigan Library Association Annual Conference Oct 17-20, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed financial reports including Cooperative Purchasing Account balance of $25,344.63 (5-0)

Fence Arb.

The St. Clair Shores Fence Arbitration Committee will hear seven cases involving requests to install privacy fences that were denied by the building department. One case may set a precedent for allowing fences slightly over 6 feet due to uneven ground.

• Case #06-2023: 34046 Jefferson – Omar Hishmeh – 6-ft aluminum privacy fence denied for water-adjacent property and front-of-house placement.
• Case #07-2023: 22821 Violet – Anthony Centofanti – 6-ft wood privacy fence denied for extending 10' beyond front of house.
• Case #08-2023: 21741 Edmunton – Jessica Pedrys – fence approved but inspection denied because height reaches 6'4" on unlevel ground; board asked to recommend a maximum height above 6 ft for ordinance amendment.
• Case #10-2023: 31024 Jefferson – Tony Lanno – 24" brick knee wall with pillars along front and side property lines denied for water-adjacent and front-of-house placement.
• Case #12-2023: 23616 Glenbrook – Linda Mahlmeister – 6-ft privacy fence and 4-ft aluminum fence denied for extending beyond front of house.

General Employees Retirees Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores General Employee Retiree Health Care Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and invoices, and receive reports on fund performance and an actuarial valuation. Key items include a flash report, investment performance review, and an actuarial valuation report as of June 30, 2022.

• Approval of invoices: AndCo Consulting $3,750 (two invoices), Comerica $307.74, $736.45, $53.00, Seizert Capital Partners $4,504.00, Gabriel Roeder, Smith & Company $8,300
• Flash report for period ending July 31, 2023
• Investment performance review ending June 30, 2023
• Investment policy statement discussion
• Actuarial valuation report as of June 30, 2022

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board will hear a quarterly investment performance report from AndCo Consulting and consider approving a final retirement payout for Marcia Weredick. The board will also discuss a potential overpayment recoupment from Lawrence Weis and decide on attendance at the fall MAPERS conference.

• Quarterly investment performance report from AndCo Consulting for period ending June 30, 2023
• Request to approve final retirement calculation for Marcia Weredick (retired July 12, 2023)
• Update on recoupment of overpayment from Lawrence Weis
• Discussion of attendance at the 2023 Fall MAPERS Conference (September 9-12, Bellaire, MI)
• Approval of invoices as of August 9, 2023

The General Employees' Pension Board approved several administrative items, including a series of service invoices and a final retirement calculation. The board also reviewed investment performance reports from AndCo Consulting.

• Approved June 20, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $43,541.38 (3-0)
• Approved Final Retirement Calculation Sheet for Marcia Weredick (3-0)
• Approved Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Portfolio Monitoring Report (3-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting June 30 Quarterly and July 31 Flash reports (3-0)
• Ceased collection attempts for $102.42 overpayment from Lawrence Weis

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider seven variance requests from homeowners seeking to place or replace air conditioners and generators on the side of their houses, where city ordinance typically restricts such equipment. The board will also approve minutes from its June 5 meeting and allow audience participation.

• Variance to place AC at 22626 Harmon
• Variance to place generator at 29310 Jefferson
• Variance to place AC at 28015 Grant
• Variance to replace generator at 23292 Liberty
• Variance to replace AC at 22435 Wildwood

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee approved six variance requests to place or replace air conditioners and generators on the side of residential properties. One request for a generator at 31022 Jefferson was tabled pending a new placement drawing. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 26, 2023.

• Approved AC variance for 22626 Harmon (All-0)
• Approved generator variance for 29310 Jefferson (All-0)
• Approved AC variance for 28015 Grant (All-0)
• Approved generator variance for 23292 Liberty (All-0)
• Approved AC variance for 22435 Wildwood (All-0)
• Tabled generator variance for 31022 Jefferson pending new drawing (All-0)
• Approved generator variance for 22640 Madison (All-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from July 13, 2023, receive a director's report, and discuss new and old business. Committee reports will cover athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs. The agenda is largely procedural with committee updates.

• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting
• Athletics committee reports on soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoes, hockey, and figure skating
• Lakefront parks and aquatics facilities report including Lac Sainte Claire Harbor, pool, Blossom Heath Park, Wahby Park, and Veterans Memorial Park
• Neighborhood parks report covering Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, and Tiseo Skate Park
• Recreation programs report including senior liaison and special needs program

The commission approved the minutes from the July 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed maintenance needs at Wahby Park and Kyte Monroe, including tripping hazards and concession updates, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Cultural Committee

The Cultural Committee will discuss and update plans for several upcoming events, including confirmed tours to the Arab American Museum and affirmations event, a pending visit to the Anatomy of Death Museum, the annual Lac St. Claire Art Fair on September 16, and a Farmer's Market children's program. The meeting also covers new business on tour checklists, a committee website, and newsletter content.

• Confirmed tours: Affirmations on September 28 and Arab American Museum on November 9
• Pending tours: Anatomy of Death Museum (Oct 16), DNR Outdoor Adventure Center (Oct 12), Refill Emporium (Feb 2024), DSO Coffee Concert (2024)
• Lac St. Claire Art Fair & Children's Art Fair on Sunday, September 16 – volunteers needed
• Farmer's Market Children's Program on August 27, 10:00am–12:00pm
• New business: developing checklists and sign-up processes for tours and talks

The committee approved the 2022-2023 Annual Report and set pricing for upcoming cultural trips to Affirmations and the Arab American Museum. The committee also received a financial report showing a balance of $1,807.08.

• Approved 2022-2023 Annual Report as corrected
• Set Affirmations trip fee at $15.00 ($10 transportation, $5 for programs)
• Set Arab American Museum trip fee at $35.00 for seniors and $40.00 for others
• Received and filed financial report showing $1,807.08 balance
• Approved June meeting minutes

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss several beautification projects and events. Items include a fence at 11 Mile/696, awards presentations, and fall mums watering.

• John Caron reports on fence at 11 Mile/696 bed, date for BC awards, and home/business award presentation to city council
• Jeff Fisette reports on Donaldson & Milk River sign lights
• Diana reports on fall mums/water
• Lillian reports on Welcome, Hosta round-up, and Farmers market on September 24th

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee is meeting to review the treasurer's report, discuss committee responsibilities, and plan upcoming events. Key items include a proposed shed (sponsorship or $2,000 for materials, $4,500 for assembled kit), a food waste initiative awaiting City Council response, and several community events such as a bee event, yoga, acoustic music, and a Fall into Fun Festival.

• Shed project: $2,000 for materials or $4,500 for assembled kit, seeking sponsorship or funding
• Food Waste Initiative: awaiting City Council response on funding
• Theft reduction: signage installed, thefts stopped but critters remain a problem
• Upcoming events: Bee Event (success), Yoga (success), Acoustic Music and Cache (September 17), Fall into Fun Festival
• ADA planters planted; English Garden waystation and native milkweed plants discussed

The Community Garden Committee approved several expenditures for the upcoming Cache’ & Cocktails event and pumpkin tunnel materials. The committee also reviewed the current treasurer's report and discussed produce theft reduction and the Way Station Bed project.

• Approved July minutes
• Approved Treasurer Report (Current balance $13,261.74)
• Approved $700.00 for Stereo Babe for Cache’ & Cocktails event
• Approved $999.00 for Cache’ & Cocktails event supplies
• Approved $100.00 for cattle panels for Pumpkin Tunnel

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The regular meeting of the Downtown Development Authority scheduled for August 9, 2023, at 10:00 AM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The St. Clair Shores Planning Commission has cancelled its August 8 and August 22, 2023 meetings because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• August 8 and August 22, 2023 meetings cancelled
• No cases to be heard
• Minutes from July 25, 2023 meeting deferred

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two cases: a request for multiple lot and accessory structure variances at 19925 Mauer, and a use variance to allow a residential use in a B-3 General Business District at 23208 Greater Mack. The board will also approve minutes from the July 13 meeting.

• Case 14-2023: 4% total lot variance (281.38 sq ft) and 222.18 sq ft rear lot variance for existing shed and gazebo at 19925 Mauer
• Case 14-2023: 48 sq ft variance for a second accessory structure (gazebo) over 144 sq ft, and variance for a third accessory structure (shed)
• Case 18-2023: Use variance to allow residential use in a B-3 district at 23208 Greater Mack
• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for residential use in a B-3 district and granted several lot and structure variances for a property on Mauer. The board also approved the July 13, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for total lot, rear lot, and accessory structures at 19925 Mauer (5-0)
• Approved use variance for residential use within a B-3 district at 23208 Greater Mack (7-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023, ZBA meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved motion to excuse Commissioner Moffitt (All-0)

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will meet to consider several canal-related applications involving seawall installations and boat well excavations. The board will also review the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting.

• Canal Case #22-2023: Install 60' of seawall and 130 cubic yards of material at 23144 Liberty
• Canal Case #23-2023: Excavate 166 c. yds for a new boat well and 80 feet of seawall at 22684 Bayview
• Canal Case #24-2023: Install 18' of steel seawall at 22625 Shorewood

The board approved three separate applications for seawall installations and boat well excavations. Each approval included specific requirements for elevations, permits, or homeowner agreements.

• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #22-2023 for 23144 Liberty to install 60' of seawall and fill boatwell, contingent on a signed hold harmless agreement (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #23-2023 for 22684 Bayview to excavate a 15' x 30' boat well and install 80' of seawall, contingent on elevation changes and permit submissions (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #24-2023 for 22625 Shorewood to install 71' of steel seawall (All-0)

Historical Commission

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, information reports from museum, historical society, genealogy group, and librarian, plus old and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes
• Museum activities report
• Historical Society report
• Genealogy Group report
• Librarian's report

The Commission approved the creation of a Facebook page for the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum and authorized $500 for an annual tea party. Members discussed roof and porch repair quotes for the museum, but the topic of using new materials for historic restoration was tabled.

• Approved $500 expenditure for Annual Tea Party
• Approved creation of Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum Facebook page
• Tabled discussion on using new materials for historic museum restoration
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Manager recommends terminating the contract with A3C Collaborative Architecture and awarding a new contract to Partners in Architecture (PIA). The administration cites subpar performance by A3C and proposes PIA's services for an estimated cost of $465,000.

• Termination of A3C Collaborative Architecture contract ($668,550 value)
• Award of architectural services contract to Partners in Architecture for $465,000
• Reported current investment with A3C of $79,193.76

City Council terminated the architectural services contract with A3C Collaborative Architecture due to subpar performance. The Council awarded a new contract to Partners in Architecture (PIA) to develop plans for three fire stations.

• Terminated architectural services contract with A3C Collaborative Architecture (5-0)
• Awarded architectural services contract for Fire Station project to Partners in Architecture for an estimated $465,000 (5-0)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee will consider a request from Bazo Construction on behalf of Citgo Gas Station at 29157 Jefferson for a gasoline price sign that was denied because it exceeds allowable size and height limits. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting and take public comments.

• Appeal for gasoline price sign at 29157 Jefferson: proposed 25 sq ft vs 20 sq ft allowed; height 20 ft vs 15 ft max
• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2023 meeting
• Public audience participation

The Sign Arbitration Board approved a request from Bazo Construction for a Citgo gas station price sign. The approval requires a maximum height of 18 feet from grade and square footage not exceeding the previously approved Sunoco sign.

• Approved Citgo gas station price sign at 29157 Jefferson with 18' height limit (2-0)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board and the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board will hold regular meetings on July 27, 2023. Both boards will consider consent agendas including approval of minutes and invoices, and will discuss investment performance for the quarter ending June 30, 2023.

• Approval of invoices: Graystone Consulting $78,726.26 and $1,250.28 (Pension Board)
• Approval of invoices: Graystone Consulting $17,886.73 (Health Care Trust Board)
• Investment Performance review for quarter ending June 30, 2023 (both boards)
• On the Market July 2023 presentation by Tim Brice (Pension Board only)

Planning Commission

The St. Clair Shores Planning Commission will consider adopting a waterfront setback ordinance amendment (Case PPC23009). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a city council report, a staff report, and public participation.

• Adoption of waterfront setback ordinance amendment (PPC23009)
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Representative's report on last City Council meeting
• Staff report
• Public audience participation

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning amendment to create a Residential Waterfront Overlay District. The ordinance aims to protect waterfront property values by establishing 'established building lines' to limit development near the water. The provided minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the proposal.

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and receiving reports from the librarian and on finances. Action items include approving an Amnesty Day on September 27, 2023, and the 2022/23 annual report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approval of Amnesty Day on Wednesday, September 27, 2023
• Approval of 2022/23 Library Board Annual Report
• Monthly budget reports for May (June not available)
• Cooperative purchasing and video account reports for June

The Library Board approved the 2022/2023 Annual Report and scheduled an Amnesty Day for September 27, 2023. The board also received and filed several monthly budget and account reports.

• Approved 2022/2023 Library Board Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved Amnesty Day for September 27, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved May 2023 Monthly Budget and SGFM Budget reports (4-0)
• Received Cooperative Purchasing Account balance of $27,543.63 (4-0)
• Received Cooperative Video Account balance of $6,335.28 (4-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Activities Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Activities Committee with no specific action items listed. The agenda includes approval of minutes, updates, a financial report, and discussion periods, but no concrete decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Financial report
• Updates and follow-ups
• New and old business discussions

The committee approved a price increase for Halloween Fun Fest wristbands. Members also agreed to install a seating pad next to the splash pad. Discussions regarding a walkway replacement at Veteran's Memorial Park were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved raising Halloween wristband cost from $2 to $3 (All Ayes)
• Approved installation of a pad next to the splash pad for parents
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to wrap up recent clean-up events, review finances, and discuss future plans. The agenda includes reports on the Nautical Coast Clean-Up, a treasury report, and a discussion of the committee's direction via a questionnaire.

• Wrap-up of 2023 Nautical Coast Clean-Up events, including SCS Farmers Market outreach, I94 Clean-Up, Kyte Monroe, and Mini-Clean-Up at Blossom Heath
• Treasury report on clean-up finances
• Testing of Cottrell Drain through the Clinton River Watershed
• Discussion of future plans for the committee and a questionnaire

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings regarding poverty appeals and the correction of errors. The agenda contains only these procedural items.

• Hearing of poverty appeals
• Correction of errors

The Board of Review heard several petitions for property tax reductions. Three petitions were approved for full or partial reductions, while five petitions were denied due to insufficient documentation or eligibility.

• Approved full reduction for Michael Stecko (28020 Manhattan); SEV and taxable lowered to $0
• Approved 50% reduction for Ernest Taber (23000 Edgewater); SEV and taxable lowered to $14,562
• Approved full reduction for Kathleen Dygas (24705 Wood); SEV and taxable lowered to $0
• Denied petition for Angela Zavala (22645 Martin)
• Denied petition for Mario Finelli (21534 Evergreen)
• Denied petition for John Munoz (22540 Masonic)
• Denied petition for Sheryl Munoz (21312 Violet)
• Denied petition for Kimberly Wasik (22909 Maxine)

Cool City Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cool City Committee held a regular meeting on July 18, 2023, reviewing multiple projects and subcommittees. Items included a mural budget, Wine on the Water kickoff, Taste of the World rescheduling, and a community garage sale with 367 sign-ups. The committee also approved a $5,000 grant match for downtown benches and discussed a social district webpage.

• Mural budget of $1,500 approved; city will maintain it
• Community garage sale planned with 367 sign-ups
• Aquafest on August 6 includes watermelon eating contest, steel drums, fire dancers; $750 budget for decorations
• Downtown Authority bench grant match of $5,000 approved
• Pub crawl set for May 6 with $1,500 for buses, $20 ticket price

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a public alley between Jefferson Avenue and Maple Street. The agenda also includes requests for site plan approvals, ordinance amendments, and various construction and utility contracts.

• Public hearing for the vacation of the public alley between 25400-25414 Jefferson and 22393 Maple
• Site plan approval for a mixed-use retail and 8-unit residential complex at 23208 Greater Mack
• Ordinance amendments to Sanitary Sewer Rates and Municipal Civil Infractions
• Authorization of ARPA funding for the Police and Fire Department
• Contract awards for the Municipal Pool Pump House, sewer rehabilitation, and road resurfacing

City Council approved a site plan to convert a commercial building into 8 residential units and authorized a permanent outdoor seating area for Tony J’s Restaurant. The council also approved a correction to non-residential wastewater flow surcharges and tabled a request to vacate a public alley.

• Approved conversion of 23208 Greater Mack into 8 multi-family units (7-0)
• Approved permanent outdoor seating area at 32215 Jefferson (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Utility Rate Ordinance 25.060 for non-residential wastewater flow surcharges (7-0)
• Tabled vacation of public alley between 25400-25414 Jefferson and 22393 Maple (7-0)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is holding a special meeting to prepare for the August 8, 2023 special election. They will consider establishing an early voting precinct at City Hall, approve election inspectors and absentee counting board members, and conduct a public accuracy test of voting equipment. The meeting is procedural, focused on election administration.

• Resolution establishing Early Voting Precinct at City Hall, 27600 Jefferson Ave
• Approval of August 8, 2023 Special Election Inspectors and Receiving Board members
• Resolution appointing Absentee Counting Board Inspectors to the 6 AVCB
• Public Accuracy Test for Special Election, Precincts #1 and #6
• Review of location selection for State funded Election Drop Boxes

The Commission adopted a resolution to establish an early voting precinct at City Hall for state and federal elections. Members also approved the early voting plan, election staff for the August 8 special election, and the locations for state-funded drop boxes.

• Established Early Voting Precinct at City Hall, 27600 Jefferson Ave (4-0)
• Approved Early Voting Plan (4-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023, Special Election Inspectors and Receiving Board members (4-0)
• Appointed Absentee Counting Board Inspectors to the 6 AVCB (4-0)
• Approved Public Accuracy testing results for August 8, 2023, Special Election (4-0)
• Approved third-party vendor preliminary testing of voting equipment (4-0)
• Approved City Clerk's location selection for state-funded Election Drop Boxes (4-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes from May 11, 2023, hear a director's report, and receive committee updates on athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond routine reports.

• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023
• Athletics committee reports on soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoes, hockey, and figure skating
• Lakefront parks report on Lac Sainte Claire Harbor, pool, aquatics, Blossom Heath Park, Wahby Park, and Veterans Memorial Park
• Neighborhood parks report on Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, and Tiseo Skate Park
• Recreation programs report including senior liaison and special needs program

The Commission approved the use of a swiper for licenses to better track individuals entering and exiting parks. Members also discussed park security, maintenance of the figure skating rink, and upcoming community events.

• Approved the use of a swiper to swipe licenses (consensus)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The St. Clair Shores Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The first seeks to allow an existing arborvitae hedge instead of a required concrete wall for a spa at 21510 Harper. The second requests lot coverage variances for a deck and ADA ramp at 22723 Liberty. The board will also approve minutes from its June 1 meeting.

• Case 16-2023: Variance to allow arborvitae in lieu of concrete wall at 21510 Harper (Flora Wellness Spa, LLC)
• Case 17-2023: 4.4% total lot coverage and 97.38 sq ft rear lot coverage variance for deck and ADA ramp at 22723 Liberty
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2023 ZBA meeting
• Public hearing at Council Chambers, 27600 Jefferson Avenue, 7:00 p.m.

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request to use arborvitae instead of a concrete wall at 21510 Harper. The board approved a lot coverage variance for a deck and ADA ramp at 22723 Liberty.

• Denied variance to allow arborvitae in lieu of a concrete wall at 21510 Harper (5-1)
• Approved 4.4% total lot coverage and 97.38 sq ft rear lot coverage variance for a deck and ADA ramp at 22723 Liberty (Unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 ZBA meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss and plan upcoming cultural events, including tours, talks, and the Lac St. Claire Art Fair. They will review the financial report, minutes, and correspondence, and address old and new business items such as the Ruby McCoy grant application and annual report.

• Confirmed tours: Affirmations (Sept 28), Arab American Museum (Nov 9)
• Pending tours: DNR Outdoor Adventure Center (Oct 12), Historic Fort Wayne, Anatomy of Death Museum
• Confirmed talk: Mystic Michigan Paranormal Group (Oct 23)
• Farmer's Market Kid's Craft Project on July 23 and Aug 27
• Lac St. Claire Art Fair: Children's Art Fair & Craft Project (Sept 16), pending musical act Grunyons

The committee approved pricing for an upcoming trip to the Arab American Museum and sponsored a visit to the Anatomy of Death Museum. Members also discussed potential movie programs, speaker events, and the 2022-2023 annual report.

• Approved $30 senior and $35 general admission fee for Arab American Museum tour
• Approved sponsored trip to Anatomy of Death Museum on October 16 for $18 per person
• Approved June meeting minutes
• Received and filed financial report showing a deposit of $1,907.08

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes, the treasurer's report, and discuss several projects including geese control at Blossom Heath, a fence at 11 Mile/696 bed, water shut-off for the parade, and the date for Beautification Awards. Members will also cover picnic assignments, sign lights at Donaldson & Milk River, plantings at Masonic, a flowerpot at Greenwood/South Lake, fall mums, invasive plants, and the SCS parade award for best flower usage.

• Geese control at Blossom Heath
• Fence at 11 Mile/696 bed
• Water shut-off for parade
• Beautification Awards date
• Flowerpot at Greenwood/South Lake

The Commission approved the June 14, 2023 minutes with revisions. Members discussed goose removal at Blossom Heath Park and water shut-off schedules for city beds. The annual picnic was rescheduled to August 9th at Memorial Park.

• Approved June 14, 2023 minutes with revisions
• Confirmed Beautification Awards presentation for September 18th
• Rejected proposal to create a Beautification float for the Memorial Day parade
• Moved annual picnic to Memorial Park on August 9th

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss a SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant application for a Complete Streets and Corridor Safety Plan for the Nine Mack Downtown area. The board previously passed a resolution supporting the grant request for up to $50,000 with an 18.15% local match of up to $9,075. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a financial report.

• Discussion of SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant for Complete Streets Plan on Nine Mack corridor
• Resolution of support for grant application up to $50,000 with $9,075 local match
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2023 meeting
• Approval of financial report
• Mural Unveiling Ceremony update

The board approved the minutes from the June 8, 2023, meeting. Members discussed strategies for the SEMCOG planning grant and reviewed plans for an upcoming mural unveiling and downtown banner designs. No financial report was provided.

• Approved June 8, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Excused Gloria Kinne and Amy Florek from the meeting (Unanimous)

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will meet to review two canal-related cases involving excavation and seawall installation. The board will also consider the approval of June 6, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Canal Case #03-2023: Request to add a 56K hoist and increase upland cut dimensions at 22600 10 Mile Rd.
• Canal Case #22-2023: Request to install 60' of seawall and 130 cubic yards of material at 23148 Liberty.

The Water Resources & Advisory Board approved a modification to an upland cut project at 22600 10 Mile Rd. provided a 40-foot dock is removed. A separate request for a seawall at 23144 Liberty was tabled pending application corrections and permits.

• Approved Canal Case #03-2023 for 22600 10 Mile Rd. to add a 56K hoist and expand upland cut, stipulated that 40' dock be removed (All-0)
• Tabled Canal Case #22-2023 for 23144 Liberty regarding seawall and boatwell filling until August 1, 2023, pending application revisions (All-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Community Garden Committee

The committee will review the treasurer's report, delegate responsibilities for watering and stewardship, and discuss upcoming events including a Bee Event, Yoga, Fire and Ice, and Fall into Fun Festival. Project ideas include a shed (sponsorship or $2,000-$4,500), food waste initiative (awaiting City Council response), pumpkin tunnel, theft reduction (signage installed, theft ongoing), ADA planters, and native plants.

• Shed project: $2,000 for materials or $4,500 for assembled kit, sponsorship discussed
• Food waste initiative: awaiting City Council response on City funding
• Theft reduction: signage installed but theft still occurring, reported by Alicia
• Event ideas: Bee Event (Mike), Yoga (Tracy), Fire and Ice (Paul), Fall into Fun Festival (All)
• SCS Farmers Market on July 23, English Garden and Waystation projects

The committee approved the June meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, which noted a current balance of $13,261.74. Members coordinated logistics for upcoming events, including the Yardner Tour on August 5 and an acoustic music event. A motion to allocate $100 for promotion was supported.

• Approved June minutes (All)
• Approved Treasurer Report (All)
• Allocated $100.00 for event promotion

Planning Commission

The St. Clair Shores Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 11, 2023, to consider two site plan requests: one for exterior renovations and conversion of a commercial building into an 8-unit multi-family complex at 23208 Greater Mack, and another for additional permanent outdoor seating at Tony J's Restaurant at 32215 Jefferson. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 9 meeting, hear reports from the city council representative and staff, and allow audience participation.

• Site plan approval for exterior renovations and conversion to 8-unit multi-family at 23208 Greater Mack (case PPC23007)
• Site plan approval for additional permanent outdoor seating at Tony J's Restaurant, 32215 Jefferson (case PPC23008)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 9, 2023
• Representative's report on last city council meeting
• Staff report and audience participation

The Commission approved the conversion of a commercial building into an 8-unit multi-family complex and a permanent outdoor seating area for Tony J’s Restaurant. Both approvals are contingent upon obtaining necessary variances from the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved site plan for 8-unit multi-family conversion at 23208 Greater Mack (All Ayes)
• Required use variance from ZBA for residential use at 23208 Greater Mack
• Required screening for all mechanical equipment at 23208 Greater Mack
• Approved site plan for 504 sq ft permanent outdoor seating at 32215 Jefferson
• Required sideyard and frontyard setback variances from ZBA for 32215 Jefferson
• Required installation of shrubs and potential permanent enclosure for alcohol service at 32215 Jefferson
• Required reduction of window signage to 1/3 coverage at 32215 Jefferson

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The July 11, 2023, Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals meeting has been canceled because there are no cases to hear. Approval of the minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting is postponed to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to no cases
• Minutes from May 9, 2023, deferred to next meeting

Animal Ordinance Committee

The Animal Ordinance Committee will meet to review the June 20, 2023, proposed minutes. The committee will also consider a request from Matthew Vican for an exception to the number of dogs allowed at 21765 Downing St.

• Request for 4 dogs at 21765 Downing St. via exception to Ordinance Chapter 6 Section 6-5

The Animal Ordinance Committee tabled a request for a variance to allow a resident to keep four dogs. The decision allows time for a court case regarding a dog bite to be adjudicated and for the petitioner to seek a new home for one dog.

• Approved minutes of the June 20, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Tabled variance request for Animal Ordinance Chapter 6.5 to allow a fourth dog at 21765 Downing Street for three months or pending court decision (3-0)

Historical Commission

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission has no meeting on July 4, 2023. The agenda is purely procedural and contains no business items.

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board holds a regular meeting to approve minutes and invoices, discuss a MAPERS case update, and review disability policy updates. Following this, the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board meets with a consent agenda for minutes only. Both meetings are routine administrative sessions.

• Approval of invoices: City of St. Clair Shores $2,500; MAPERS $350
• MAPERS Fall conference Sept 9-12 at Shanty Creek Resort, Bellaire MI
• MAPERS case update by Tom Michaud
• Disability policy update discussion
• Health Care Trust Board consent agenda: approval of May 25, 2023 minutes

Planning Commission

The June 27, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard
• Planning minutes from May 9, 2023 deferred to next meeting

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions & Committees will conduct interviews for the Cool City Committee and Planning Commission, review resignations, new applications, vacancies, and reappointments, and discuss moving Cool City Committee alternates to regular positions. The meeting is largely administrative, focused on filling volunteer board positions.

• Interviews for Cool City Committee and Planning Commission
• Review of 5 resignations and 5 new applications
• Reappointments (2)
• Recommendation to move Cool City Committee alternates to regular positions
• Request to send attendance letter to Communications Commission

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions & Committees recommended several appointments and reappointments to the Mayor and Council. The committee also accepted five resignations and scheduled interviews for three new applicants.

• Recommended appointment of John Cilluffo to Cool City Committee (3-0)
• Accepted resignations of Amy Florek, Mariella Micu, Kimberly Craig, Chase Denman, and Maya Meheidle (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Robert Knapp to Cultural Committee (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Mary Bricolas to Downtown Development Authority (3-0)
• Moved Renae Klimowicz and Matthew Wisotsky from alternate to regular positions on Cool City Committee (3-0)
• Approved sending an excessive absence deadline letter to a Communications Commission member (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 28, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider two variance requests to replace air conditioning equipment and a generator at residential properties, and will review minutes from its June 5 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with audience participation and adjournment.

• Variance request to replace air conditioner and add generator at 22201 Martin Rd (Case PMBA23014)
• Variance request to replace mini-split at 27014 Koerber (Case PMBA23015)
• Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting minutes

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee approved variance requests for two residential properties to replace air conditioning and generator equipment. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from June 5, 2023.

• Approved variance for air conditioner and generator replacement at 22201 Martin Rd. (All Ayes)
• Approved variance for mini-split replacement at 27014 Koerber (All Ayes)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee will consider a request from A 1 Signs & Graphics on behalf of Taystee's Burger at 23800 Jefferson Avenue for a wall-mounted sign that was previously denied, as only one wall-mounted sign is permitted per building frontage. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting.

• Request from A 1 Signs & Graphics for Taystee's Burger at 23800 Jefferson for a wall-mounted sign denied due to one-sign-per-frontage rule
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 meeting

The Sign Arbitration Board approved a request for an additional wall-mounted sign at 23800 Jefferson. The decision allows a second sign on the building frontage to increase visibility for tenants in the multi-tenant building.

• Approved request from A 1 Signs & Graphics for second wall-mounted sign at 23800 Jefferson (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 25, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Activities Committee

The Activities Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates and follow-ups, review a financial report, and discuss new and old business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2023 meeting
• Financial report review
• Updates and follow-ups discussion

The committee approved three entertainment acts for the fireworks display and selected a vendor for glow-in-the-dark products. Members also discussed upcoming events including the Big Brew Festival, Drive-In-Movie, and Coney’s for Kids.

• Approved fireworks entertainment: Star Wars demonstration ($850), strolling magician ($600), and strolling jugglers ($650)
• Approved Aloha Glow high bid of $1,805 for fireworks and Drive-in-Movie
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Fence Arb.

The St. Clair Shores Fence Arbitration Committee will meet to hear two cases where fence permits were denied. The committee will decide whether to approve variances for a privacy fence replacement and a taller vinyl fence with decorative spikes. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and audience participation.

• Case #04-2023: 22618 Rio Vista – Kathleen Shontz – replace privacy fence on 3 sides using existing steel posts (denied: fence above 6 ft from grade on neighbor's side)
• Case #05-2023: 20313 Lawndale – Robert Perugi/David Lopez – install 6-ft vinyl privacy fence with 2-ft wrought iron spikes (total 8 ft) (denied: over 6 ft and spikes)
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2023

The board approved a request to replace an existing privacy fence at 22618 Rio Vista provided it does not exceed current height. A request for an 8-foot fence with spikes at 20313 Lawndale was denied. The board also approved the March 15, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved replacement of privacy fence at 22618 Rio Vista with height not to exceed current fence (2-0)
• Denied request for 8-ft vinyl privacy fence with wrought iron spikes at 20313 Lawndale (2-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 minutes (2-0)

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, a treasury report, and a wrap-up of the 2023 Nautical Coast Clean-Up. They will also review the status of other projects and discuss future plans for the committee. The agenda includes several upcoming clean-up events and outreach activities.

• Walsh Park Clean-Up cancelled because park was clean
• I94 Clean-Up scheduled for 6/10/23 and 7/8/23
• Kyte Monroe clean-up on 6/24/23
• SCS Farmers Market outreach on 6/25/23
• Mini-Clean-Up at Blossom Heath on 7/9/23

Animal Ordinance Committee

The Animal Ordinance Committee will meet to consider a request from Lisa O’Connor for an exception to the limit on the number of dogs allowed at 21605 Evergreen St. The committee will also review proposed minutes from the December 2, 2022 meeting.

• Request for 5 dogs at 21605 Evergreen St. via exception to Ordinance Chapter 6 Section 6-5
• Approval of December 2, 2022 proposed minutes

The Animal Ordinance Committee approved a variance to the limit on the number of dogs or cats allowed per household. The decision allows for six dogs at a specific residence and permits the petitioner to keep five of those dogs if she moves to another address within the city.

• Approved variance for 6 dogs at 21605 Evergreen Street (2-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 2, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Excused Police Chief Jason Allen (2-0)

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board will meet to review investment performance reports from Baird and AndCo Consulting, and consider an excess earnings distribution for retirees below poverty and an optional supplemental benefit. The board will also discuss recoupment of an overpayment to Lawrence Weis and approve a deferred service retirement application.

• Request to approve deferred service retirement for Marcia Weredick, effective July 12, 2023
• Baird and AndCo Consulting presentations on investment performance through March and April 2023
• Excess earnings distribution for retirees below poverty and optional supplemental benefit distribution
• Recoupment of overpayment memo regarding Lawrence Weis
• Approval of invoices as of June 14, 2023

The General Employees Pension Board approved an updated Investment Policy Statement that replaces a specific 7.5% actuarial rate with the phrase "assumed rate of return." The Board also approved several invoices and a retirement application. Investment reports from Baird and AndCo Consulting were received and filed.

• Approved updated Investment Policy Statement to replace 7.5% rate with 'assumed rate of return' (4-0)
• Approved payment of invoices to Comerica Bank ($2,490.38) and Hamlin Capital Management, LLC ($6,123.04) (4-0)
• Approved retirement application for Marcia Weredick (4-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed Baird portfolio report dated June 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting March 31, 2023 Quarterly Report (4-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting April 30, 2023 Flash Report (4-0)

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade Committee will review minutes from May, discuss after-action feedback on the parade, handle invoices and reimbursement claims, and elect officers for the 2024 parade. The meeting includes audience participation and new business items.

• Election of Committee Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson, and Treasurer for 2024
• Review of parade after-action comments on what to sustain and improve
• Status of invoices and payments
• Turn in all reimbursement claims with receipts

The committee held elections for its 2024 leadership positions and conducted an after-action review of the previous parade. Members discussed improvements regarding transportation, VIP coordination, and the potential for online payment systems.

• Elected David Ellis as Chairperson for the 2024 parade (All Ayes)
• Elected Kyle Nicholson as Deputy Chairperson for the 2024 parade (All Ayes)
• Elected Pam Mason as Treasurer for the 2024 parade (All Ayes)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a presentation from Robinson Capital Management regarding the city's excess funds. The meeting includes a recommendation to update the Investment Policy for FY 23/24, which includes extending maximum maturity to five years.

• Proposed update to the City's investment policy for FY 23/24
• Request to appoint a City Treasurer/Finance Director
• Bid award for construction of replacement Pump House at the Municipal Pool
• Bid award for the St. Clair Shores Civic Arena Sanitary Project
• Purchase of a Spencer Demo Fire Truck

Council approved extending the maximum maturity of city investments to five years and appointed Renae Warnke as City Treasurer/Finance Director. The council also approved two library service contracts for automated systems and digital media.

• Approved extending City Investments to a maximum maturity of 5 years, including enterprise funds (7-0)
• Tabled investment policy to a future meeting date for edits (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Renae Warnke to City Treasurer/Finance Director (7-0)
• Approved $74,622.04 purchase order for Suburban Library Cooperative Automated System Services for FY 2024 (7-0)
• Approved $20,000.00 purchase order for Overdrive Downloadable Digital Media Services for FY 2024 (7-0)

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is meeting to review monthly budget reports for April and May, including the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget and investment accounts. A request from Live Rite Food Pantry for a donation box is listed as an action item. The agenda is largely procedural with financial updates and one community request.

• Monthly Budget Report – April (May not available)
• Monthly Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum Budget Report – April (May not available)
• Cooperative Purchasing Account – May
• Cooperative Video Account – May
• Live Rite Food Pantry Donation Box Request

The Library Board denied a request from Live Rite Recovery Resource Center to place a food donation box in the library. The board also approved the May 18 meeting minutes and filed several monthly financial reports.

• Denied Live Rite Recovery Resource Center request to place food donation box (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes with one correction (5-0)
• Adopted June 15, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Received and filed April 2023 Monthly Budget and SGFM Budget Reports (5-0)
• Received and filed Cooperative Purchasing Account balance of $27,984.63 (5-0)
• Received and filed Cooperative Video Account balance of $6,344.55 (5-0)
• Received and filed Raymond James Monthly Statement balance of $354,435.10 (5-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting at the Senior Activities Center. The agenda includes a report from the Senior Center Coordinator and a liaison report from City Council member David Rubello.

• Approval of May 18, 2023 minutes
• City Council Liaison Report by David Rubello
• Senior Center Coordinator Report

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The Tax Increment Finance Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including landscaping upgrades at Wahby Park, the FY24 budget, and Christmas lights. The board will also receive updates on the pier, security cameras, and grants for kayak launches. The meeting will be followed by a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority meeting.

• Discussion of Wahby Park landscaping upgrades, including native plants and fountain lighting
• Approval of FY24 budget for the TIFA
• Discussion of Christmas lights at Blossom Heath and the pier
• Bi-annual update on the pier project, including shade structures and fire pits
• Discussion of grants for kayak launches

The board approved the FY 24 budget and a revised FY 23 budget. It also authorized $50,000 for a multi-year landscaping project at Wahby Park and approved $18,622.57 in invoices.

• Approved revised FY 23 budget including increased funding for Christmas lights and Blossom Heath fire pits (11-0)
• Approved $18,622.57 in invoices for water bills, administration, and landscaping (11-0)
• Approved $50,000 for FY 23/24 re-landscaping of Wahby Park (11-0)
• Approved FY 24 budget including $100,000 for Christmas lights and $35,000 for gate guard staffing (11-0)
• Denied pursuit of kayak launch grants at this time
• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (11-0)

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss and plan upcoming events, including confirmed tours to Stahl's Automotive Museum and the Arab American Museum, pending tours to Affirmations and Historic Fort Wayne, and scheduled talks on Bob-Lo and Mystic Michigan. They will also review the Lac St. Claire Art Fair and a holiday Tiny Art Show, both needing volunteers.

• Confirmed tours: Stahl's Automotive Museum (June 6) and Arab American Museum (November 9)
• Pending tours: Affirmations, DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, Historic Fort Wayne
• Confirmed talks: Bob-Lo (May 22) and Mystic Michigan Paranormal Group (October 23)
• Lac St. Claire Art Fair: Children's Art Fair & Craft Project on September 16, needs volunteers
• Holiday Tiny Art Show: pending planning and supplies, needs volunteers

The committee approved pricing for an upcoming tour of the Arab American Museum and filed a financial report showing a balance of $2,197.08. Members discussed pending tours, potential speakers, and plans for the Lac. St. Clair Show in September.

• Approved charging $30 for seniors and $35 for adults for the Arab American Museum tour
• Approved financial report with balance of $2,197.08
• Tabled Tiny Art Show 2.0 discussion until next month
• Approved April meeting minutes
• Adopted amended agenda

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting to review minutes and the treasurer's report, and to hear updates from members on various city beautification projects. Items include the water tower, geese control, the farmers market, and flower displays. The commission will also discuss the Beautification Awards deadline and a community cleanup event.

• Water tower update and geese control at Blossom Heath
• Taco Clock repair update
• Farmers Market recap
• Donaldson & Milk River sign light and Masonic water updates
• Beautification Awards deadline June 30 and I-696/11 Mile cleanup

The commission approved the May 10, 2023, minutes with revisions. Members received updates on city plantings, clock repairs, and the status of street lighting. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved May 10, 2023 minutes with revisions

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will consider approving its FY24 budget, purchasing banners for downtown light poles, and supporting a $50,000 SEMCOG grant for a Complete Streets Plan along Nine Mack. The grant requires an 18.15% local match of up to $9,075. The meeting also includes a mural unveiling ceremony.

• Approval of the FY24 DDA budget
• Request to purchase banners for downtown light poles
• Resolution supporting a SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant (up to $50,000) for a Complete Streets Plan on Nine Mack, with a local match of up to $9,075
• Mural unveiling ceremony

The Downtown Development Authority conditionally approved the FY 24 budget with adjustments for flower pots and an interfund transfer. The board also approved $5,000 for light pole banners and vector file creation. A mural unveiling ceremony is scheduled for August 12.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received and filed financial report showing ending year balance of $36,098.59
• Conditionally approved FY 24 budget subject to mayor's outlined changes (All Ayes)
• Approved $5,000 budget for light pole banners and vector file (All Ayes)

Planning Commission

The June 13, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Consideration of the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard
• Planning minutes from May 9, 2023 deferred to next meeting

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The June 13, 2023, Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals meeting has been canceled because there are no cases to be heard. The board will consider the minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting at the next regularly scheduled meeting. This agenda is purely procedural with no substantive items.

• Meeting canceled for June 13, 2023
• No cases to be heard
• Minutes from May 9, 2023, deferred to next meeting

Cool City Committee

The Cool City Committee is reviewing project updates and making decisions on community events. They approved a $1,500 mural budget and voted to remove several old business items. The committee is planning upcoming events like Wine on the Water, Community Garage Sale, and Aquafest, and discussed new benches for downtown.

• Approved $1,500 mural budget; city will maintain mural
• Approved $1,500 for pub crawl buses; $20 ticket, May 6
• Planned Community Garage Sale for Aug. 19
• Discussed $5,000 for new downtown benches as grant match
• Voted to remove Mom/Son Dance, Toddler Time Sponsorship, Miss Cool City from list

The committee approved a $5,000 expenditure for downtown benches as part of a grant match. Members also discussed planning for upcoming events including Wine on the Water, the Community Garage Sale, and Taste of the World.

• Approved $5,000 for downtown benches (7-0)
• Approved May meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council Work Study Meeting includes a presentation on the Police Building renovation and expansion project. The council will also receive updates on fire station, library, and ARPA fund allocations.

• Presentation on Police Building renovation/expansion by Partners
• Update on Fire Building and Library projects
• Discussion of water meter replacement to address water loss
• Review of ARPA funding status, including $16,161,493.43 remaining
• Discussion of Country Club Drive Project and fire truck needs

The City Council held a workshop to review design concepts and costs for a new or renovated police building and updates to three fire stations. No formal votes were taken, as members requested more detailed cost information and priority phasing before making final decisions.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The June 8, 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming events, project ideas, and financial matters. Items include the Fire and Ice event, a bee event, yoga, the Fall into Fun Festival, and the SCS Farmers Market. Project discussions cover an English garden, a shed (with cost estimates of $2,000 for materials or $4,500 for an assembled kit), a food waste initiative, a pumpkin tunnel, theft reduction signage, ADA planters needing filling, and native plant (milkweed) funding.

• Shed project: $2,000 for materials or $4,500 for assembled kit
• ADA planters: need filling with 0.5 yards compost, 0.5 yards top soil, 0.25 yards perlite, 0.25 yards peat moss each
• Native plants (milkweed): 2-year capacity of 1 yard compost, 1 yard top soil
• Event ideas: Fire and Ice, Bee Event, Yoga, Fall into Fun Festival, Acoustic Music and Cache
• SCS Farmers Market on June 25

The committee approved spending for garden maintenance and event equipment. Members also coordinated upcoming events, including a Farmers Market table and a 'Bee Informed' session. Several projects, including a shed sponsorship and waste initiative, remain in the planning or outreach phase.

• Approved May minutes (All)
• Approved Treasurer Report (All)
• Approved $250.00 for compost (Joe, supported by Toni)
• Approved $260.00 for 10x20 Home Depot pop-up tent (Tracy, supported by Joe)

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will meet to consider several lake and canal case applications. The items include requests for boat hoist installations, dock extensions, and seawall construction.

• Lake Case #19-2003: Install four steel pipes for a 13' x 11' boat hoist at 27430 Lane
• Canal Case #20-2023: Install 98 feet of seawall at 22429 Lakecrest
• Lake Case #21-2023: Dock extension and new 15' x 14' hoist at 29444 Jefferson

The Board approved three residential waterfront applications involving boat hoist installations, seawall construction, and dock extensions. One approval included a requirement for a Hold Harmless Agreement, and another required dock lighting.

• Approved Lake Case #19-2023 for boat hoist steel pipes at 27430 Lane (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #20-2023 for 98 feet of seawall at 22429 Lakecrest with Hold Harmless Agreement stipulation (All-0)
• Approved Lake Case #21-2023 for dock extension and hoist at 29444 Jefferson with lighting stipulation (All-0)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is holding a special meeting to approve the minutes from its May 19 meeting and to approve the ballot for the August 8, 2023 special election. The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2023 meeting
• Approval of August 8, 2023 Special Election Ballot

The Election Commission approved the ballot for the August 8, 2023, Special Election. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 19, 2023, meeting.

• Approved August 8, 2023, Special Election ballot (4-0)
• Approved May 19, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused absence of Marguerite Bowman (4-0)

Historical Commission

This is the regular meeting of the St. Clair Shores Historical Commission. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, information reports from commission members and staff, old business, new business, and audience comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Museum activities report
• Historical Society report
• Genealogy group report
• Librarian's report

The Commission decided to notify Kenneth Schram that additional Pewabic tiles commemorating the Interurban will not be produced. The body also approved the May 2, 2023, meeting minutes and cancelled the July regular meeting due to the July 4th holiday.

• Approved May 2, 2023, meeting minutes (All-0)
• Decided to reply to Kenneth Schram that more Pewabic tiles would not be produced
• Cancelled July regular meeting

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider two variance requests to relocate air conditioners from the back to the side of houses at 21025 Bon Brae and 23201 Liberty. The board will also review minutes from its May 15, 2023 meeting and allow audience participation.

• Variance request to move air conditioner to side of house at 21025 Bon Brae (Case PMBA23012)
• Variance request to place air conditioner on side of house at 23201 Liberty (Case PMBA23013)
• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee approved two requests to place or move air conditioning units to the side of residential properties. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from May 15, 2023.

• Approved variance to move air conditioner from back to side of house at 21025 Bon Brae (2-0)
• Approved variance to place air conditioner on the side of the house at 23201 Liberty (2-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget, millage rates, and utility rate amendments. The agenda also includes several requests for contract awards regarding public works, infrastructure, and insurance services.

• Public Hearing on Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and Millage Rate
• Ordinance Amendment to Sanitary Sewer and Water Rates
• Site plan approval for a cooler addition at the Shell Gas Station at 20725 Ten Mile Road
• Rezoning request for parcel west of 28983 Little Mack from RM-1 to B-1
• Approval of various DPW contracts including rock salt, street signs, and tree removal

City Council approved a site plan for a rear cooler addition and exterior renovations at a Shell Gas Station. A request to rezone a parcel for The Joyful Jungle Christian Learning Center was discussed but not decided in the provided text.

• Approved site plan for rear addition and exterior renovations at 20725 Ten Mile Road (7-0)

Fence Board of Appeals

The Board of Fence Appeals will hear one case: a request to install a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence at 23263 Clairwood. The board will also approve minutes from past meetings and allow audience participation.

• Case #02-2023: Sandra Pierce Lynch requests 36 feet of 6-foot vinyl privacy fence at 23263 Clairwood, west side up to front of house
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2014
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2022 (special meeting)
• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2023 (special meeting)

The Board of Fence Appeals denied a request to install a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence along the west side of the property at 23263 Clairwood. The board cited unnecessary hardship created for the neighbor. The petitioner was encouraged to apply for a chain link fence permit instead.

• Denied request for 36' of 6' tall vinyl privacy fence at 23263 Clairwood (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from December 4, 2014, July 21, 2022, and January 4, 2023 (All Ayes)

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two cases: a request for lot coverage and accessory structure variances at 19925 Mauer, and a use variance to allow a tattoo establishment at 25835 Jefferson. The board will also approve minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting.

• Case 14-2023: Jin Oh requests 28 sq ft lot and 185.13 sq ft rear lot coverage variance, plus 48 sq ft size variance for a second accessory structure at 19925 Mauer.
• Case 15-2023: Virginia Carriveau on behalf of The Loop Hair & Nail Salon requests a use variance to allow a tattoo establishment in a B-1 district at 25835 Jefferson.
• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2023 ZBA meeting.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request for lot coverage and size variances for a residential gazebo and granted a use variance to allow tattoo services at a local salon. The board also approved the minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 28 sq ft total lot coverage, 185.13 sq ft rear lot coverage, and 48 sq ft size variance for accessory structure at 19925 Mauer (6-0)
• Approved use variance for tattoo establishment (adult personal service business) at 25835 Jefferson (6-0)
• Approved May 4, 2023 ZBA meeting minutes (6-0)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee will consider four denied sign requests from Bazo Construction on behalf of Sunoco Gas Station at 32300 Harper. Each request involves a gasoline canopy sign that was denied for exceeding maximum permitted size or not abutting a public road. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Request for gasoline canopy sign (west elevation) denied for exceeding maximum size
• Request for gasoline canopy sign (east elevation) denied for exceeding size and not abutting public road
• Request for gasoline canopy sign (south elevation) denied for exceeding maximum size
• Request for gasoline canopy sign (north elevation) denied for exceeding size and not abutting public road
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2023 meeting

The Sign Arbitration Board approved requests from Bazo Construction for gasoline canopy signs at a Sunoco Gas Station. The approved signs exceed maximum permitted sizes and, in some cases, do not abut public roads.

• Approved variances for all gasoline canopy signs (west, east, north, and south elevations) at 32300 Harper (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2023 (3-0)

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board and the Retiree Health Care Trust Board will hold a joint regular meeting. Agenda items include a market update, investment policy statement review, and discussion of benefit estimates and overpayment/underpayment policies. No invoices are scheduled for approval.

• Market update and asset allocation review by Tim Brice
• Wealth Strategies Analysis presentation
• Investment Policy Statement discussion
• Excess Earnings Distribution item
• Policy updates on Benefit Estimates and Overpayment/Underpayment

Planning Commission

The May 23, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Consideration of the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard
• Minutes from May 9, 2023 meeting to be considered at next meeting

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions and Committees is meeting to conduct interviews for the Cool City Committee and Planning Commission, review resignations and new applications, and consider moving Cool City alternates to regular positions. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business for filling volunteer board seats.

• Interviews for Cool City Committee and Planning Commission
• Review of 4 resignations and 5 new applications
• Reappointment review (1)
• Recommendation to move Cool City Committee alternates to regular positions
• Request to send attendance letter to Communications Commission

Election Commission

The Election Commission will meet to approve voting precincts and absentee counting boards for the August 8, 2023 special election and the November 7, 2023 city general election. They will also schedule a public accuracy test for the August election and certify candidates for the November ballot.

• Approve use of 6 voting precincts and 6 absentee voter counting boards for August 8, 2023 special election
• Request approval to schedule Public Accuracy Test for August 8, 2023 special election no later than July 21, 2023
• City Clerk to certify candidates for Mayor and City Council to the November 7, 2023 city general ballot
• Request adoption of resolution to consolidate voting precincts and use 16 absentee voter counting boards for November 8, 2023 city general election

The Commission approved the consolidation of 10 voting precincts into 5 for the November 7, 2023, City General Election. It also set preparations for the August 8, 2023, Special Election and certified candidates for Mayor and City Council.

• Approved use of 6 Voting Precincts and 6 Absentee Voter Counting Boards for August 8, 2023 Special Election (3-0)
• Approved Public Accuracy Test for August 8, 2023 Special Election to be held no later than July 21, 2023 (3-0)
• Certified candidates for Mayor (Kip C. Walby) and City Council (Ronald J. Frederick, Bryan Owens, Linda C. Bertges, Kristine Crook, Chris M. Vitale, Jay L. Heck) for November 7, 2023 election (3-0)
• Approved resolution to consolidate 10 voting precincts into 5 and use 16 Absentee Voter Counting Boards for November 7, 2023 City General Election (3-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is holding its regular meeting to review financial reports, including the March budget and cooperative accounts, and to consider renewing the Michigan Library Association annual membership. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Monthly budget report for March
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget report for March
• Cooperative purchasing and video account reports for April
• Raymond James monthly statement (March 31 to April 28, 2023)
• Michigan Library Association Annual Membership Renewal

The Library Board approved the renewal of individual and institutional memberships for the Michigan Library Association. The Board also received and filed several monthly budget and account reports. Additionally, the Board discussed library renovations and the awarding of architectural services to PLY+.

• Approved Michigan Library Association annual membership renewal of $1,965.00 (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 Monthly Budget and SGFM Budget Reports (5-0)
• Received Cooperative Purchasing Account balance of $28,614.63 as of April 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Received Cooperative Video Account balance of $6,369.13 as of April 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Received Raymond James Monthly Statement balance of $358,016.19 as of April 28, 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted the May 18, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The St. Clair Shores Senior Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, reports from liaisons and the Senior Center coordinator, and public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023
• Liaison report from City Council member David Rubello
• Senior Center Coordinator report
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The committee is conducting final preparations for the upcoming Memorial Day Parade. Discussions include staging plans, VIP itineraries, volunteer training, and specific task assignments for parade day.

• Volunteer training sessions scheduled for May 25 and May 26 at 7 PM
• Terrain walk and radio check scheduled for May 24
• Wreath laying at Vet’s Memorial Park on Sunday at 9:00 AM
• Command Post setup at Jefferson and 9 Mile at 10:00 AM

The committee approved the purchase of four wagons for t-shirt sales along the parade route. Members coordinated logistics for the upcoming parade, including volunteer assignments, VIP itineraries, and a scheduled terrain walk.

• Approved minutes from May 3, 2023, meeting (All-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 wagons for t-shirt sales (All-0)
• Scheduled terrain walk for May 24 at 7:00 p.m. behind Fishbones
• Scheduled volunteer training for May 25 and May 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers

Activities Committee

The May 17, 2023 Activities Committee meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Activities Committee

The Activities Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 19, receive updates and financial reports, and discuss new and old business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2023 meeting
• Financial report review
• Updates and follow-ups on prior items

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss routine updates on several clean-up events, including the Nautical Coast Clean-Up, Welsh Park Clean-Up, and I94 Ramp Clean-Up, as well as the Yardener's Native Plant Sale and Farmer's Market dates. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and project updates, with no major decisions or controversial items listed.

• Nautical Coast Clean-Up (May 21) updates
• Earth Day Clean-Up summary and suggestions for next year
• Welsh Park Clean-Up on June 3 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• I94 Ramp Clean-Up on June 10
• Yardener's Native Plant Sale (June 2-3) and Farmer's Market (June 8 and June 25)

General Employees Pension Board

The May 16, 2023 meeting of the St. Clair Shores General Employees Pension Board was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider four variance requests to place or replace air conditioners and a generator on the sides of houses at specific addresses. The board will also review minutes from its April 10 meeting and allow audience participation.

• Variance to place an air conditioner at 23306 Middlesex (Case PMBA23008)
• Variance to place a generator at 22637 Blackburn (Case PMBA23009)
• Variance to place an air conditioner at 21325 Alexander St (Case PMBA23010)
• Variance to replace an air conditioner at 23280 Harmon (Case PMBA23011)
• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee approved four requests for variances to install mechanical equipment on the sides of residential properties. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from April 10, 2023.

• Approved variance for air conditioner at 23306 Middlesex (2-0)
• Approved variance for generator at 22637 Blackburn (2-0)
• Approved variance for air conditioner at 21325 Alexander St. with requirement that unit is screened in (2-0)
• Approved variance for air conditioner at 23280 Harmon (2-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several requests including a new Dog Breeding Ordinance and a liquor license transfer for Key Largo Holdings, Inc. at 31025 Jefferson Ave. Other items include a land sale purchase agreement, a high school graduation firework display, and various city service contracts.

• Dog Breeding Ordinance to require registration with Macomb County Animal Control
• Liquor license transfer for Key Largo Holdings, Inc. at 31025 Jefferson Ave
• Lake Shore Highschool's special event firework display for June 3, 2023
• Purchase agreement for land sale of Parcel 09-14-02-476-017
• 2023-2028 Towing and Storage Service bid award

The City Council approved a new dog breeding ordinance and the transfer of a liquor license to Key Largo Holdings, Inc. Council also approved the FY2023 third quarter report and budget amendments. Additionally, a fireworks display for Lake Shore High School's 100th graduation was authorized.

• Approved Lake Shore High School fireworks display for June 3, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer to Key Largo Holdings, Inc. at 31025 Jefferson Ave (6-0)
• Approved Dog Breeding Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 Third Quarter Council Report and Budget Amendments (6-0)
• Awarded quote for Courthouse Cashier Service Window Replacement (6-0)
• Awarded bid for 2023-2028 Towing and Storage Service (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bills, fees, and progress payments (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving minutes from April, hear a director's report, and receive updates on old business including the Kite Monroe concession stand upgrades. Committee reports will cover athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs.

• Old Business: Kite Monroe Concession Stand Upgrades Update
• Committee reports on athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on playground installations and the operational plan for the Blossom Heath Park gate and pier.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss and plan several 2023 events, including confirmed tours to Stahl's Automotive Museum and the Arab American Museum, pending tours like Affirmations and Historic Fort Wayne, and scheduled talks on Bob-Lo and Mystic Michigan. They will also review the Lac St. Claire Art Fair and a Holiday Tiny Art Show, and discuss checklists and sign-up processes for tours and talks.

• Confirmed tours: Stahl's Automotive Museum (June 6) and Arab American Museum (November 9)
• Pending tours: Affirmations (TBD), DNR Outdoor Adventure Center (October 12), Historic Fort Wayne (TBD)
• Confirmed talks: Bob-Lo (May 22 at library) and Mystic Michigan Paranormal Group (October 23)
• Lac St. Claire Art Fair: Children's Art Fair & Craft Project confirmed for September 16, musical act pending
• Holiday Tiny Art Show: pending, needs planning and volunteers

The Cultural Committee meeting scheduled for May 10, 2023 was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the Blossom Heath cell tower, Milk River sign electric and water, and the Pier Grand Opening recap. Other items include the spring flower planting date for the golf course, flower beds and pots for 2023, and the Farmers Market on May 21. The agenda consists of committee reports and a round table discussion.

• John Caron: Blossom Heath cell tower update, Milk River sign electric and water, Pier Grand Opening recap
• Jeff: Sign light at Masonic update, spring flower planting date for Golf Course, GC sign and parking lot, goose egg round-up
• Diana: Flowers for 2023, bed needs, flowerpots at Greenwood/South Lake, seedlings for Farmers Market
• Lillian: Unfinished projects 2022 including invasive plants, Farmers Market May 21, butterfly sign, Beautification Awards, Keep Michigan Beautiful
• Eileen: Farmers Market May 21, 11 AM, volunteers needed

The Commission approved changing the start time for meetings in June, July, August, and September. Members received updates on sign installations and upcoming planting events at the golf course and Farmers Market.

• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved moving June, July, August, and September meetings to 6:00 p.m.

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The agenda for the May 10, 2023 Downtown Development Authority meeting could not be retrieved. The city website returned a file-not-found error for the linked PDF. No items for discussion or decision are available.

The board approved a resolution to apply for a SEMCOG Planning Grant for Complete Streets, which requires a local match of $9,075. The board also approved the financial report for the current fiscal year. Discussions were held regarding the placement of downtown flowerpots and the procurement of new banners.

• Approved resolution and $9,075 match for SEMCOG grant submittal (All Ayes)
• Approved financial report (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2023 meeting

Communications Commission

The Commission will review the April 2023 meeting minutes and discuss several new business items. Topics of discussion include website updates, WDG, the budget, and a part-time employee.

• Approval of April 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding website updates
• Budget review
• Discussion regarding a part-time employee

Cool City Committee

The Cool City Committee is reviewing several community projects and subcommittees. Key actions include approving a $1,500 budget for a mural and voting to remove the Mom/Son Dance and Toddler Time Sponsorship from the active list. The committee also discussed the Wine on the Water event, a community garage sale, and a pub crawl with a $500 bus expense.

• Approved $1,500 for a mural project
• Discussed Wine on the Water event planning for May
• Ordered 8 graphics for Marking the City project
• Voted to remove Mom/Son Dance and Toddler Time Sponsorship from active list
• Approved $1,500 for buses for Pub Crawl on May 6th

The committee officially adopted a new logo and approved a $300 budget for committee t-shirts. Matt Wisotsky was elected as treasurer, and the April meeting minutes and treasurer's report were approved.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Elected Matt Wisotsky as treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer report
• Adopted new logo
• Denied hybrid t-shirt design (sailboat front/logo back)
• Approved t-shirt design with logo on pocket
• Approved $300 budget for committee shirts

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals will consider a variance request regarding building materials. The board will also review the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023.

• Variance request for split face block use on a front porch at 23715 Beverly

The Board approved a variance for a resident to use split face block for a front porch. Members also recommended that porches using two courses of split face block or less be granted administrative approval to avoid future board hearings.

• Approved variance to use split face block for front porch at 23715 Beverly (All-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 11, 2023 (All-0)
• Recommended administrative approval for porch cases using two courses of split face block or less (All-0)

Planning Commission

The St. Clair Shores Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for a property west of 28983 Little Mack, south of 20600 and 20700 East 12 Mile, from RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise to B-1 Local Business District, represented by The Joyful Jungle Christian Learning Center. The commission will also consider a site plan for a rear cooler addition at the Shell Gas Station at 20725 East Ten Mile. Other agenda items include approval of March 28 meeting minutes, a city council representative report, a staff report, and audience participation.

• Rezoning request PPC23005 for property near Little Mack and 12 Mile from RM-1 to B-1
• Site plan approval PPC23006 for a cooler addition at Shell Gas Station, 20725 East Ten Mile
• Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Representative's report on last city council meeting

The commission approved rezoning a vacant lot west of 28983 Little Mack from RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise to B-1 Local Business District. The decision is conditional upon a wall variance from the ZBA and includes specific land-use restrictions.

• Approved rezoning of parcel 09-14-16-228-045 from RM-1 to B-1 (All Ayes)
• Conditioned rezoning on ZBA approval of a 6-foot privacy fence instead of a masonry wall
• Prohibited specific land uses including auto repair centers, dog kennels, and mortuaries
• Required a 35-foot minimum rear yard setback for the main building

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The St. Clair Shores Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 4, 2023, to consider five variance requests. These include a large parking variance for a miniature golf course, multiple setback and height variances for a condominium development, and other residential and commercial property variances. The board will also approve minutes from its April 6 meeting.

• Case 01-2023: 81-space parking variance, 2-ft fence height variance, 6-ft setback variance for Par 3 Miniature Golf at 31100 Harper
• Case 08-2023: Multiple setback variances (12.5-ft distance, 30-ft front, 25.6-ft rear, 20.8-ft side) for Heritage Condominiums at 23415 Jefferson
• Case 09-2023: 2-ft height variance for accessory structure at 22964 Colony
• Case 10-2023: 3.5-ft width variance for garage at 22754 Worthington Ct
• Case 11-2023: Use variance for residential use in B-3 district and 17-space parking variance at 23230 Greater Mack

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved three variances for Shores Lanes Incorporated at 31100 Harper: an 81-space parking variance for a Par 3 Miniature Golf Course, a 2-foot height variance for a decorative fence (with a 30-36 inch kneewall condition), and a 6-foot setback variance for a fence within the Harper Avenue Right of Way. All votes were unanimous except the fence height variance (6-1). The board also approved variances for three other properties: MHB Heritage Condominiums (setback and distance variances), Joseph Goddyn (height variance for accessory structure), and Matthew and Sarah Cook (garage width and extension variances).

• Approved 81-space parking variance for Par 3 Miniature Golf Course at 31100 Harper (7-0)
• Approved 2-foot height variance for decorative fence with 30-36 inch kneewall condition (6-1)
• Approved 6-foot setback variance for fence within Harper Avenue Right of Way (7-0)
• Approved multiple setback and distance variances for MHB Heritage Condominiums at 23415 Jefferson (7-0)
• Approved 2-foot height variance for accessory structure at 22964 Colony (6-1)
• Approved 3.5-foot width variance and garage extension variance at 22754 Worthington Ct (7-0)

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade Committee is meeting to review fundraiser results, approve invoices, and vote on a mascot appearance costing $675. They will also discuss parade logistics, volunteer training, and outstanding issues like shuttle buses and porta-potties.

• Vote on Rory Lion mascot at $225/hr for 9 hours = $675
• Review of fundraiser dinner profit, t-shirt sales, and 50/50
• Update on parade signups and VIP participation
• Discussion of magnetic signs for vehicles
• Volunteer training sessions scheduled for May 25 and 26

The St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade Committee approved a motion to purchase a wreath for the Daughters of the American Revolution and authorized the purchase of 20 high-visibility vests for volunteers. The committee also discussed parade logistics, including celebrity guests, volunteer recruitment, and fundraising dinner lessons learned.

• Approved purchase of a wreath for Daughters of the American Revolution (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 high-visibility vests for volunteers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused members Myers and Destefano (unanimous)

Community Garden Committee

The committee is reviewing several fund allocations for compost, plants, elevated planters, signage, and organic waste bins. Members are also planning upcoming garden events and coordinating registration for the SCS Farmer Market.

• $500.00 allocation for compost and plants
• $990.00 allocation for elevated planters from Amazon
• $900.00 allotment for garden signs and a table banner
• $200.00 allocation for two organic waste service bins
• Current garden balance of $13,412.56

The committee approved $1,190 for compost, plants, and elevated planters, and $200 for organic waste bins. A new treasurer was elected. Several upcoming garden events and projects were discussed but no further decisions were made.

• Approved $500 for compost, vegetables, and flowers
• Approved $990 for elevated planters from Amazon
• Approved $200 for two organic waste bins
• Elected Toni Henning as treasurer

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will review several canal-related cases involving seawall installations, dock replacements, and dredging. These items include requests for work at Clairwood, Milner, and the Lakecrest - Rio Vista Canal Association.

• Canal Case #16-2023: Seawall installation and dock replacement at 23244 Clairwood
• Canal Case #17-2023: 40.5 linear feet of seawall and spring piles at 22501 Milner
• Canal Case #18-2023: Dredging 925 cubic yards of material at Lakecrest - Rio Vista Canal Association

The board approved three canal cases: a seawall replacement at 23244 Clairwood, a seawall installation at 22501 Milner, and a dredging project for the Lakecrest-Rio Vista Canal Association. All motions passed unanimously with one abstention on the dredging case.

• Approved Canal Case #16-2023: seawall replacement and dock at 23244 Clairwood (unanimous)
• Approved Canal Case #17-2023: seawall and spring piles at 22501 Milner, with stipulation for hold harmless (unanimous)
• Approved Canal Case #18-2023: dredge 925 cubic yards for Lakecrest-Rio Vista Canal Association, with stipulation (unanimous; Krompatic abstained)

Historical Commission

This is the regular meeting of the St. Clair Shores Historical Commission. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, information reports from various groups (museum, historical society, genealogy group, librarian), and sections for old and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes
• Museum activities report
• Historical society report
• Genealogy group report
• Librarian's report

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission met on May 2, 2023, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed updates on historical markers for residences and businesses, including a dedication for the Flanagan family on May 23. The commission also noted that the Eagle Pointe and Trinity markers have been installed, and decided on invitations for the Trinity dedication. Additionally, they reported progress on the curator search, with 37 applicants, and noted that the City Council approved the architect bid for library renovations, with a target completion date of December 2024.

• Approved minutes of April 4, 2023, with correction (all ayes)
• Adopted the agenda (all ayes)
• Decided to send invitations for Trinity dedication to Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and Assistant City Manager
• Noted City Council approved architect bid for library renovations, target completion December 2024
• Reported 37 applicants for curator position, interview process begun
• Noted Yardeners cleanup scheduled for May 6
• Reported Eagle Scout Luke Anderson questioned gate replacement at Selensky-Green Farmhouse; Orlando to check progress
• Adjourned at 8:50 p.m. (all ayes)

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider a variance request to place an air conditioner on the side of a house at 23241 Westbury, under Ordinance #22.406, Sec. 8-166. The board will also review and consider the minutes from its April 10, 2023 meeting. Public participation is scheduled, and the meeting is otherwise routine.

• Variance request for side-yard air conditioner at 23241 Westbury (Case No. PMBA23007)
• Approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public audience participation period

City Council

The City Council will review a purchase agreement with Triangle Land LLC for the sale of property located at 32215 Jefferson Ave. The council will also consider contracts for library renovation architectural services and bridge improvements.

• Purchase agreement for land sale at 32215 Jefferson Ave for $850,000
• Contract award for Library renovation architectural services
• Contract award for Shorewood Drive Bridge Improvement Project
• Expansion of locations for the Landscape Maintenance Parks & Right of Ways Contract
• Resolution to accelerate 2023 Winter Tax bills under $100 to the Summer Tax bill

The City Council awarded a contract to PLY Plus Inc. for architectural services related to library renovations. A proposed land sale at 32215 Jefferson Avenue was tabled pending a corrected contract.

• Awarded library renovation architectural services contract to PLY Plus Inc. for $185,941.30 (6-0)
• Tabled $850,000 purchase agreement for land at 32215 Jefferson Avenue (6-0)

Sign Arb

The Sign Arbitration Committee will hear an appeal from Metro Detroit Signs on behalf of Family Dollar at 31240 Harper regarding a denied wall sign (Family Dollar Circle Logo). The denial was because only one wall sign is permitted per street frontage. The committee will also approve minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting.

• Appeal of denied wall sign for Family Dollar at 31240 Harper
• Only one wall sign permitted per street frontage
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023 meeting

The Sign Arbitration Board approved a request from Metro Detroit Signs to allow a second wall sign (Family Dollar Circle Logo) on the Harper elevation of 31240 Harper. The board stipulated that no other changes to existing signs are allowed without a formal request. The board also approved the minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved request for second wall sign at 31240 Harper (3-0)
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board meets to approve minutes and invoices, hear a fiduciary insurance presentation, and review market and investment performance. Following that, the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board holds its regular monthly meeting to approve its own minutes and invoices and review investment performance. Both boards will also allow audience participation.

• Approval of invoices: Comerica Cash $3,785.36; Graystone Consulting $78,063.93 and $1,470.24; Johnston Lewis Associates $18,215.42
• Fiduciary Insurance Presentation by Keith Potter (MMRMA)
• On the Market April 2023 – Tim Brice
• Capital Market Assumption – Tim Brice
• Investment Performance Analysis quarter ending March 31, 2023 – Tim Brice

Planning Commission

The April 25, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Consideration of the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes will occur at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Committees will interview one candidate for the Cool City Committee, review resignations and new applications, and consider reappointments. They will also discuss moving Cool City Committee alternates to regular positions and a request to send an attendance letter to the Communications Commission.

• Interview for Cool City Committee
• Review of 3 resignations and 5 new applications
• Reappointment of 1 member
• Recommendation to move Cool City Committee alternates to regular positions
• Request to send attendance letter to Communications Commission

City Council

The Mayor and City Council are conducting budget meetings to review projections for the upcoming fiscal year. The schedule includes departmental overviews ranging from police and fire to public works and library services.

• Budget overview and projections presented by Dustin Lent
• Review of Court, Police, and DLEF budgets
• Review of Fire, Community Services, and Library budgets
• Review of DPW, Utility Fund, Motor Pool, and Streets budgets
• Review of Parks & Recreation budgets

The City Council conducted a budget hearing to review a proposed budget of approximately $116 million in revenue and $114 million in expenses. No final budget vote was recorded; the session focused on departmental reports and proposed account adjustments.

• Approved excusing Council Member Peter Accica (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:44 p.m. (6-0)

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, financial reports, and a proposed partnership with Shores Magazine for a bimonthly column. No major policy decisions or expenditures are on the agenda.

• Partnership with Shores Magazine for bimonthly column
• Monthly budget report for February (March not available)
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget report for February (March not available)
• Cooperative Purchasing Account report for March
• Cooperative Video Account report for March

The Library Board voted to partner with Shores Magazine to write a bi-monthly Top Picks article. The board also received financial reports and discussed upcoming library renovations and budget presentations.

• Approved partnership with Shores Magazine for bi-monthly Top Picks article (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed March financial reports (5-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

This is a regular meeting of the Senior Advisory Committee with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, correspondence, old and new business, liaison reports, and a Senior Center Coordinator report. No major decisions or specific proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2023
• Liaison report from City Council member David Rubello
• Senior Center Coordinator report by Matthew Hubinsky
• Subcommittee reports and public comments (5-minute limit)

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee is discussing final preparations for the parade, including a decision on whether to hire Chandler Park Academy for $1,000. They will also finalize assignments for a fundraiser dinner and review finance issues such as invoices and t-shirt orders.

• Decision on hiring Chandler Park Academy at $1,000
• Finalize assignments for 27 April Fundraiser Dinner
• Review of invoices and t-shirt order
• Update on volunteer recruiting and training sessions on 25 and 26 May
• Discussion of outstanding issues including porta-potty contracting, shuttle busses, and parade instructions

The committee finalized staffing and ticket logistics for the April 27 fundraiser dinner. Members approved a payment for the parade photographer and decided that event volunteers would receive free meals.

• Approved April 5, 2023, meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved $500 payment to photographer Tracy Jarret (All-0)
• Approved free meals for spaghetti dinner volunteers (All-0)
• Approved free meals for committee members (6-2)
• Tabled motion to excuse Mr. Rubello and Ms. Myers

Fence Arb.

The Fence Arbitration Committee meeting scheduled for April 19, 2023, is canceled because there are no cases to be heard. The agenda provides no other business items.

• Meeting canceled

Activities Committee

The St. Clair Shores Activities Committee is meeting to approve minutes from March 15, 2023, receive updates and follow-ups, and review a financial report. The agenda includes new and old business, open discussion, and audience participation. No specific consequential items are listed beyond routine procedural matters.

• Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Financial report review

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The Waterfront Environmental Committee will discuss upcoming clean-up events, including Earth Day at Blossom Heath and the Nautical Coast Clean-Up, along with routine business like minutes approval and treasury report.

• Earth Day Clean-Up at Blossom Heath on April 22
• Nautical Coast Clean-Up on May 21
• SE Michigan Fishery Workshop discussion
• Update on document retention
• Volunteer Match discussion

The committee approved the March 2023 minutes and coordinated logistics for the Nautical Coast Cleanup. It was decided to move the Earth Day cleanup location to Kyte Monroe to accommodate a high number of volunteers.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved Earth Day cleanup location to Kyte Monroe
• Approved excused absences (unanimous)

General Employees Retirees Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores General Employees Retiree Health Care Board is meeting to approve minutes from January 2023, pay invoices totaling about $5,437, and discuss a memo on bank failures. A flash report for the period ending March 31, 2023 will also be presented.

• Approval of invoices: Comerica – Seizert $158.60; Comerica Cash $878.11; JLA Insurance $1,834.80; Seizert Capital Partners $2,117; VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony, P.C. $448.50
• Discussion of AndCo Response of Bank Failures memo
• Flash Report for period ending March 31, 2023 by Mike Holycross

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board will receive presentations from Edgewood Management, Hamlin Capital Management, and AndCo Consulting on investment performance. The board will also consider approving the final retirement calculation for Dale Verhaeghe and paying invoices.

• Approval of final retirement calculation for Dale Verhaeghe, effective February 3, 2023
• Edgewood Management presentation on investments
• Hamlin Capital Management presentation on investments
• AndCo Consulting flash report on investment performance through March 31, 2023
• Payment of invoices as of April 14, 2023

The General Employees Pension Board approved several vendor payments and the final retirement calculation for Dale Verhaeghe. The board also received quarterly investment performance updates from Hamlin Capital Management, Edgewood Management, and AndCo Consulting.

• Approved payment of invoices totaling $53,482.66 (3-0)
• Approved final retirement calculation sheet for Dale Verhaeghe (3-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Received and filed Hamlin Capital Management 1st Quarter 2023 Update (3-0)
• Received and filed Edgewood Management 1st Quarter 2023 Update (3-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting March 31, 2023 Flash Report (3-0)

Cool City Committee

The Cool City Committee is holding a regular meeting to review multiple community projects and subcommittees, including murals, pub crawls, and events. A special election will be held to fill a co-chair opening. The committee will also discuss new business items such as a toddler time sponsorship and communication improvements.

• Special election for Co-Chair opening
• Project reviews: Mural, Pub Crawl, Cool City Honors, Wine on the Water, Lancer School Paper, Marking the City, Tree Huggers/Benches, Miss Cool City, Taste of the World, SCS Homecoming, Community Garage Sale, Mom to Mom Sale, Movies in the Park, Mom/Son Dance, Committee Mixer, Cool City Kids
• Social District Sub-committee review chaired by Jason
• New business: Toddler Time sponsorship and group email chain communication improvements
• Old business: CCC Logo Design & T-shirts

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to confirm the special assessment roll for the 2023 Maple-Benjamin Canal Association dredge. The project cost of $114,030 is funded entirely by residents across 43 parcels, with each lot owner responsible for $2,651.86.

• Confirmation of $114,030 Special Assessment District for Maple-Benjamin Canal dredging
• Rezoning request for 23415 Jefferson from O-1 Office to RM-1 Residential
• Site plan approval for an 8-unit multi-family complex at 23415 Jefferson
• Site plan approval for retail renovations at 31301 Harper Avenue
• Approval of 2023/2024 CDBG Budget

City Council confirmed a special assessment district for the Maple-Benjamin Canal Association 2023 dredge, funded entirely by residents. The council also approved a rezoning request for a property on Jefferson Avenue to allow for multi-family residential development.

• Confirmed Special Assessment District for Maple-Benjamin Canal Association 2023 dredging at $114,030 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 23415 Jefferson from O-1 Office to RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise (6-0)
• Proclaimed April 28–30, 2023, as 'Reflections on Ice' Weekend

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 9, receive a director's report, and discuss updates on the Kite Monroe concession stand upgrades. Committee reports will cover athletics, lakefront parks, neighborhood parks, and recreation programs.

• Kite Monroe concession stand upgrades update under old business
• Athletics committee reports on soccer, baseball, softball, horseshoes, hockey, and figure skating
• Lakefront parks and aquatics reports on Lac Sainte Claire Harbor, pool, Blossom Heath Park, Wahby Park, and Veterans Memorial Park
• Neighborhood parks reports on Alexander, Blackburn, Brys, Champine, Frederick, Fresard, Gaffke, Kaufman, Welsh, and Tiseo Skate Park

The commission approved the minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on park maintenance, sports registration, and upcoming events.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Cultural Committee

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming tours (DSO, Stahls, Arab American Museum), speakers (Art Deco, Boblo, Mystic Michigan), and events like the Farmers Market with the Art Shack, Lac St. Claire Art Fair, and Tiny Art Show 2.0. They will also review financial reports and old business items.

• Tour to Stahls on June 6, 2023 ($15)
• Tour to Arab American Museum on November 9, 2023 ($5 per senior, $10 per adult)
• Speaker: Art Deco on April 24, 2023 (invoices needed)
• Farmers Market with the Art Shack on Sundays June 25, July 23, August 27 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
• Lac St. Claire Art Fair on September 15 and 16, 2023

The committee approved spending for the Literary Walk by the Lake and art projects at the Farmer's Market. Members also set pricing for an upcoming tour of the Arab American Museum and updated contact methods for event flyers.

• Allocated $300.00 for the Literary Walk by the Lake program (6-0)
• Allocated up to $200 for Farmer's Market art project supplies (6-0)
• Set Arab American Museum tour fees at $30.00 for seniors and $35 for adults (6-0)
• Decided to add the Library phone number and Cultural Committee email to event flyers
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Received and filed financial report showing a balance of $3,262.08 (6-0)

Beautification Commission

The St. Clair Shores Beautification Commission will hold a regular meeting to review minutes and the treasurer's report, and to discuss various beautification projects and updates. Items include the Milk River dredging, Blossom Heath cell tower, spring flower planting, and upcoming community events.

• Milk River dredging update
• Blossom Heath cell tower update
• Spring flower planting date
• Flowers for 2023, bed needs, mulch needs
• Farmers Market May 21 and Parade Spaghetti Dinner April 27

The Commission approved the March 8, 2023 minutes. Members discussed various city maintenance updates, including dredging, sign repairs, and the relocation of planters due to construction.

• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes
• Planned relocation of cement pot from Greenwood Elementary to South Lake administration building
• Planned installation of Monarch Waystation sign at Veterans Memorial Park
• Planned distribution of seedlings at the first Farmers Market

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business items including a special assessment district follow-up, budget preparation, a road project, and a TAP grant. New business items include social media costs and landscaping. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and audience participation.

• Special Assessment District Follow-up
• Budget Preparation
• Road Project
• TAP Grant
• Social Media Costs

The Downtown Development Authority approved the March 8, 2023, meeting minutes. The board discussed a proposed budget for July 1 with estimated revenues of $50,000 and coordinated the purchase of floral baskets for downtown poles.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2023
• Approved payment for two floral baskets for downtown poles

Communications Commission

The Communications Commission will review the March 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a new city marketing video. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Vimeo link for website updates, WDG/WQR, and a Nautical Tales meeting.

• Approval of March 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion on city marketing video
• Website update via Vimeo link

Planning Commission

The April 11, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Approval of the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting is postponed to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases
• Planning minutes from March 28, 2023 deferred to next meeting

Bldg/Prop Mnt.

The Building/Property Maintenance Board of Appeals will hear a variance request for a wood front porch at 24915 Junior. The board will also consider meeting minutes from February 13, 2022, and receive a staff report.

• Variance request for wood front porch at 24915 Junior under Ordinance 22.012, Sec. 25-12
• Consideration of meeting minutes from February 13, 2022

The Board of Appeals approved a variance allowing the use of Trex materials for a front porch at 24915 Junior St. The board also approved the meeting minutes from February 14, 2023.

• Approved variance for Trex materials for front porch at 24915 Junior St. (3-1)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Cool City Committee

The Cool City Committee is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss updates on various community projects. The agenda includes project status reports and new business such as a Toddler Time sponsorship. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily for project coordination.

• Treasurer's report by Jason M.
• Project updates: Mural, Pub Crawl, Cool City Honors, Wine on the Water, and others
• New business: Toddler Time sponsorship proposal by Amy
• Old business: CCC logo design and t-shirts by Amy

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider three variance requests regarding the placement of generators and air conditioning units on residential properties, including two reconsiderations of previously tabled cases. The board will also review and potentially approve the minutes from its March 20, 2023 meeting.

• Variance request for a generator at 20420 Frazho (Case PMBA23006)
• Reconsideration of air conditioner variance at 22544 Lange (Case PMBA23005)
• Reconsideration of variance for two AC units and one mini-split at 22588 Ardmore Park (Case PMBA23003)
• Consideration of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Committee decided on three variance requests for equipment placement on the side of residential properties. Two requests were approved and one was denied.

• Approved variance for generator at 20420 Frazho (2-0)
• Approved variance for air conditioning unit at 22544 Lange (2-0)
• Denied variance for two air conditioning units and one mini-split at 22588 Ardmore Park (2-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Zoning Boards of Appeals (ZBA)

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two cases. One case (miniature golf parking variance) was removed by the petitioner. The remaining case is a request for a 54-space parking variance for a medical office and retail use at 21323-21327 Harper. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case 01-2023 (31100 Harper, miniature golf parking variance) removed from agenda by petitioner
• Case 02-2023: 54-space parking variance for medical office and retail at 21323-21327 Harper
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2023 ZBA meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals tabled a request for a 54-space parking variance for properties on Harper Avenue pending clarification on parking computations. One other case was removed from the agenda by the petitioner.

• Tabled 54-space parking variance for 21323, 21325, 21327 Harper (5-2)
• Removed Case No. 01-2023 (31100 Harper) from agenda by petitioner
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee

The St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade Committee is meeting to plan the upcoming parade, including fundraising, publicity, and logistics. They will discuss the purchase of a new banner and possibly hats, review nominees for Grand Marshal and Veteran of the Year, and coordinate volunteer training sessions. The committee will also address outstanding items such as shuttle buses, porta-potty contracts, and parade-day assignments.

• Purchase of new banner for 70th parade; possible hats with new logo
• Fundraiser dinner on 27 April: ticket sales, 50-50, $100 board, t-shirt sales
• Hiring Chandler Park at $1,000 for recruiting outreach?
• Volunteer training sessions on 25 and 26 May at 7 PM
• Nominees for Parade Grand Marshal and SCS Veteran of the Year

The committee approved the selection of Robert Haffner as Grand Marshal and Ava Rodriguez as Veteran of the Year. Members also authorized purchases for parade merchandise and trophies and coordinated logistics for an upcoming fundraiser dinner.

• Approved Robert Haffner as Grand Marshal (All Ayes)
• Approved Ava Rodriguez as Veteran of the Year (All Ayes)
• Approved purchase of 70th anniversary banner for $140 (All Ayes)
• Approved purchase of 50 hats at $15 each (All Ayes)
• Approved new acrylic trophies at $60 each for a total of $480 (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from March 1, 2023, meeting (All Ayes)

Water Resources

The Water Resources & Advisory Board will review several applications for canal and lake-related construction. These items include requests for dredging, seawall replacements, and the installation of watercraft lifts.

• Dredging 950 cubic yards of material at Maple-Benjamin Canal Association
• Installation of a 6' x 8' PWC hoist at 29400 Jefferson
• Seawall replacement and backfilling at 22631 Shorewood Dr.
• Installation of a 1500 lb capacity aluminum PWC lift at 34046 Jefferson
• Steel seawall installation and 17 cubic yards of fill at 22701 Bayview

The Water Resources and Advisory Board approved a project to remove approximately 950 cubic yards of material from the Maple-Benjamin Canal. The board also approved four individual residential requests for seawall replacements and personal watercraft lifts.

• Approved Canal Case #10-2023 for dredging 950 cubic yards of material (All-0)
• Approved Lake Case #11-2023 for 6' x 8' PWC hoist at 29400 Jefferson (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #12-2023 for seawall replacement at 22631 Shorewood Dr. (All-0)
• Approved Lake Case #13-2023 for 1500 lb capacity PWC lift at 34046 Jefferson (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #14-2023 for 68' of steel seawall at 22701 Bayview (All-0)
• Approved Canal Case #15-2023 for 74' of seawall and piling replacement at 22466 La Von (All-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)

Community Garden Committee

The St. Clair Shores Community Garden Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of January minutes, a treasurer's report, and an open treasurer position. The committee will also consider event ideas such as Fire and Ice, a Bee Event, Yoga, Acoustic Music and Cache, and a Fall into Fun Festival, along with educational workshops. Project ideas include a pumpkin tunnel, theft reduction signage, and participation in the SCS Farmers Market.

• Treasurer position open
• Event ideas: Fire and Ice, Bee Event, Yoga, Acoustic Music and Cache, Fall into Fun Festival
• Educational events: Garden Prep & Planting Day (May), Nutritional Amendments (June), Disease Control and treatments (July), Pruning (July), Companion/Succession planting (August), Compost (September), Create your own Herb Wreath (later summer)
• Project ideas: Pumpkin tunnel (heavy wire fencing), theft reduction signage, SCS Farmers Market, garden veggie layout and variety

Historical Commission

The St. Clair Shores Historical Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: call to order, adoption of agenda, approval of minutes, and informational reports from the museum, historical society, genealogy group, and librarian. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine and procedural.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Museum activities report
• Historical Society report
• Genealogy Group report
• Librarian's report

The Commission approved the printing of four recruitment posters using the advertising budget. Members discussed museum activities, including 24 applicants for the curator position and pending city repairs for exterior stairs. The board also reviewed historical marker installations and the acquisition of photo archives from the Senior Center.

• Adopted the agenda (All-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved printing four recruitment posters from the advertising budget (All-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 P.M. (All-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing and confirming a special assessment roll for the 10 Mile Beach 2023 Canal Dredge project. The project involves dredging approximately 930 cubic yards of sediment, with costs funded by 61.99 lots at $1,693.66 per lot.

• Confirmation of $104,990 Special Assessment District for 10 Mile Beach canal dredging
• Public hearing on the Martin Sewer Relief Program Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund application
• Approval of AT&T application to install conduit along Malvern at Colony
• Approval of 123Net application to install conduit and fiber along Harper and Little Mack
• Request to forgive 2020 rental payments for Cranks LLC due to Covid-19 restrictions

Council approved a resolution to apply for a Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund loan to separate the combined sewer system in the Martin District. Other key actions included confirming a canal dredging assessment and participating in a national opioid settlement.

• Approved resolution to apply for Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund for Martin Sewer Relief Program (7-0)
• Confirmed Special Assessment District roll for 10 Mile Beach 2023 canal dredging at $104,990 (7-0)
• Approved participation in the New National Opioid Settlement (7-0)
• Appointed Renae Warnke as Interim Finance Director/Treasurer (7-0)
• Approved $5,328.07 budget increase for Blossom Heath North Dining Room project (7-0)
• Forgave $50,000 in 2020 rental payments for Cranks LLC due to Covid-19 (7-0)
• Approved AT&T permit to install conduit along Malvern at Colony (7-0)
• Approved 123.Net permit to install conduit and fiber along Harper and Little Mack (7-0)

Police & Fire Pension/Health Care Trust

The St. Clair Shores Police & Fire Pension Board will meet to approve routine items including minutes, an invoice, and retirement-related requests for an alternate payee. They will also discuss policy updates on EDRO, Michigan pension tax changes, a grant program, and fiduciary insurance allocation. Following this, the Police & Fire Retiree Health Care Trust Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, which has no new business on the agenda.

• Approval of Comerica Cash invoice for $3,790.52
• Service retirement application from alternate payee Lynn Trudelle (Burton Hulett Jr)
• Reimbursement for EDRO calculation from Lynn Trudell
• Annuity withdrawal approval for Lynn Trudell
• Discussion of Michigan Pension Tax Changes Memo and Protecting Michigan Pension Grant Program Memo

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for 23415 Jefferson from O-1 Office to RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise, along with a site plan for two 4-unit condominium buildings. They will also review a site plan to renovate the former Rose's Diner into a retail center at 31301 Harper, and discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

• Rezoning request at 23415 Jefferson from O-1 Office to RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise
• Site plan for two 4-unit condominium buildings at 23415 Jefferson
• Site plan for renovations to former Rose's Diner into a retail center at 31301 Harper
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) discussion

The Commission approved a rezoning request and site plan for an 8-unit condominium complex at 23415 Jefferson and a site plan for a retail center at 31301 Harper. Additionally, the 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and Budget was approved with specific funding adjustments for local organizations.

• Approved rezoning of 23415 Jefferson from O-1 Office to RM-1 Multiple Family Low Rise (All Ayes)
• Approved site plan for 8-unit, two-story multi-family complex at 23415 Jefferson with several required ZBA variances (All Ayes)
• Approved site plan for retail center renovations at 31301 Harper (All Ayes)
• Approved 2022-2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Budget with funding shifts: reduced Care House by $2,000, increased Hockey Association by $2,000, reduced Gilda’s Club by $2,500, and increased MCWARM by $2,500 (All Ayes)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Commissions

The Council Sub Committee on Boards, Commissions and Committees will conduct interviews for the Animal Care & Welfare Committee and the SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee. It will also review resignations, new applications, vacancies, and reappointments. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Interviews for Animal Care & Welfare Committee and SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee
• Review of 3 resignations
• Review of 2 new applications
• Review of vacancies
• 7 reappointments

The Council Sub-Committee on Boards, Commissions & Committees recommended three new appointments and seven reappointments to the Mayor and Council. The committee also accepted three resignations and scheduled interviews for two new applicants.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recommended appointment of Robert Calhoun to SCS Memorial Day Parade Committee (2-0)
• Recommended appointment of Donald Smolenski to Animal Care & Welfare Committee (2-0)
• Recommended appointment of Mark Szydlowski to Golf Course Committee (2-0)
• Accepted resignations of Fran Wilson, Lynda McGhee, and Carrie Sylvester (2-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Christina Lefluer and Kimberly Craig to Cool City Committee (2-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Dawn Sketch to Cultural Committee (2-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Sean O’Brien (DDA) and Grace Descamps, Marge Bowman, and Mary Jo Nanni (Election Commission) (2-0)

Sign Arb

The City of St. Clair Shores Sign Arbitration meeting scheduled for March 23, 2023, has been canceled because there were no cases to be heard. The next meeting is scheduled for April 27, 2023. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation.

• March 23, 2023 Sign Arbitration meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023

Waterfront Environmental Committee

The St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, treasury report, and correspondence, and to plan upcoming events such as the Earth Day Clean-Up at Blossom Heath and the Nautical Coast Clean-Up. They will also review the annual meeting, update document retention, and consider new student liaisons.

• Earth Day Clean-Up at Blossom Heath on April 22
• Nautical Coast Clean-Up planning
• Review of annual meeting
• New student liaisons Meredith & Connor Green from Lake Shore & Macomb Academy
• Update on document retention

The Waterfront Environmental Committee approved expenditures for Earth Day cleanup tools and QR code subscriptions. Members also coordinated logistics for the Nautical Coast Cleanup and May 7th drain stenciling.

• Approved January 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report with balance of $13,019.53 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $130.00 for grabbers and miscellaneous supplies for Earth Day Cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200 for two years of QR code funding (unanimous)

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees' Pension Board is meeting to handle routine consent items, including approving minutes, invoices, and retirement calculations, and to receive presentations from investment consultants Reinhart Partners and AndCo Consulting on portfolio performance and bank failures. The board will also review proxy voting materials and file required reports.

• Approve payment of invoices as of March 15, 2023
• Approve final retirement for Dale Verhaege (retirement date Feb 3, 2023)
• Approve deferred retirement calculation for Sal Sulolli (deferred date June 21, 2033)
• AndCo Consulting flash report on investment performance ending Feb 28, 2023
• Review and file Comerica Form 5500, Schedule C report

The General Employees' Pension Board approved several administrative items, including retirement calculations and a payment to Comerica Bank. The board also received performance reports from Reinhart Partners and AndCo Consulting regarding market volatility and bank failures.

• Approved payment of $5,511.24 to Comerica Bank (4-0)
• Approved Active Member Data Sheet for Dale Verhaeghe (4-0)
• Approved Deferred Retirement Calculation for Sal Sulo lli (4-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed Reinhart Partners Genesis PMV Review (4-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting February 28, 2023 Flash Report (4-0)
• Received and filed AndCo Consulting Bank Failures response memo (4-0)
• Received and filed Comerica Form 5500, Schedule C Report (4-0)

Mechanical Equipment Arbitration

The Mechanical Equipment Arbitration Board will consider three variance requests from homeowners seeking to place air conditioning units on the sides of their houses, as well as approve minutes from the previous meeting. The board also allows audience participation.

• Variance request for two AC units and one mini-split at 22588 Ardmore Park
• Variance request to replace an AC unit at 20212 Shores
• Variance request to place an air conditioner at 22544 Lange
• Approval of February 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved one variance for an air conditioning unit installation and tabled two other requests pending further documentation. The board also approved the meeting minutes from February 13, 2023.

• Approved variance for air conditioning unit at 20212 Shores (2-0)
• Tabled variance for two AC units and one mini-split at 22588 Ardmore Park (2-0)
• Tabled variance for air conditioning unit at 22544 Lange (2-0)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a request for a 40-unit, five-story residential building in the Central Lakefront District. The proposal includes amenities such as a pool, fitness center, and rooftop common area. Additionally, the council will consider various bids for city master plans, road reconstruction, and sidewalk replacements.

• Special land use and site plan approval for 40-unit complex at 24101 Jefferson
• Contract award for Master Plan, Capital Improvement Plan, and Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
• Bid award for the Reconstruction of New York Street
• Bid award for the 2023-2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program
• $300,000 match from City Parks and Recreation Budget for Kyte Monroe-Field lighting and playground

City Council tabled a request for a five-story multi-family complex at 24101 Jefferson due to traffic study errors. The council approved several infrastructure contracts, including New York Street reconstruction and a multi-year sidewalk program. A budget amendment and a $300,000 grant match for park lighting and a playground were also approved.

• Tabled special land use approval for 40-unit complex at 24101 Jefferson (5-2)
• Approved $45,000 contract to Spalding DeDecker Associates for Master Plan updates (6-0)
• Rejected all towing and storage service bids and extended current contract for 90 days (6-0)
• Awarded New York Street reconstruction to Mark Anthony Contracting for $1,008,936.83 (6-0)
• Awarded 2023-2025 Sidewalk Replacement Program to Italia Construction, starting with $696,471 for 2023 (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 budget amendment BA-23.02 (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 match for Kyte Monroe-Field Lighting and Universal Access Playground grant (6-0)
• Approved 100% levy of 2023 school taxes on July 1, 2023 (6-0)

Library Board

The St. Clair Shores Public Library Board is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items: roll call, agenda adoption, minutes approval, and reports. The librarian's report covers correspondence and library information. Financial reports include the January monthly budget (February not available), the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget, cooperative purchasing and video accounts, and a Raymond James statement. No action items are listed.

• Monthly budget report for January included; February not available
• Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum budget report for January included; February not available
• Cooperative purchasing account report for February
• Cooperative video account report for February
• Raymond James monthly statement January 31 to February 28, 2023

The Library Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023, meeting. The board also received and filed the monthly financial reports. No other substantive action items were decided.

• Adopted the March 16, 2023, meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 16, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed financial reports including Raymond James statement balance of $348,846.89 (4-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The St. Clair Shores Senior Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, correspondence, liaison reports, and public comments, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2023
• Liaison report from City Council member David Rubello
• Senior Center Coordinator report
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The St. Clair Shores Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will hold back-to-back regular meetings on March 16, 2023. The Brownfield board will vote on a resolution to assign the brownfield reimbursement agreement for 25225 Jefferson Ave. from The Shores Place LLC to PA Jefferson LLC. The TIFA board will receive financial reports, discuss the pier ribbon cutting and Wahby Park upgrades, and get updates on the pier and gas fire tables.

• Resolution to assign brownfield reimbursement rights for 25225 Jefferson Ave. from The Shores Place LLC to PA Jefferson LLC (eligible expenses $66,982.50)
• Receive and file financial statement/treasurer's report for Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• YEO & YEO financial report presentation
• Pier ribbon cutting discussion
• Wahby Park upgrades discussion

The board approved spending up to $15,000 for landscape architectural design and $20,000 for a pump at Wahby Park. Members also approved over $40,000 in invoices and discussed a tentative pier ribbon cutting date of May 6.

• Approved landscape architectural design for Wahby Park not to exceed $15,000 (10-0)
• Approved pump for Wahby Park not to exceed $20,000 (10-0)
• Approved invoices totaling $40,404.67 (9-0)
• Approved moving $4,916.40 from Blossom Heath to AquaFreeze summer festival account (10-0)
• Approved financial reports with inquiry into $90,425 transfer and debt services (10-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 minutes (10-0)
• Filed and received Yeo & Yeo financial report (10-0)

Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA)

The Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will hold a joint meeting on March 16, 2023. The Brownfield Authority will vote on assigning a reimbursement agreement for 25225 Jefferson Ave from The Shores Place LLC to PA Jefferson LLC. The TIFA will discuss updates on the Pier, gas fire tables, and Wahby Park upgrades.

• Approval & resolution to assign rights and obligations from The Shores Place LLC to PA Jefferson LLC for 25225 Jefferson Ave (eligible expenses $66,982.50)
• Pier ribbon cutting and update
• Wahby Park upgrades
• Gas fire tables update
• YEO & YEO financial report

Activities Committee

The Activities Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting with standard agenda items including approval of prior minutes, updates, a financial report, and discussion of new and old business. No specific action items, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda, making it largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023 meeting
• Updates and follow-ups
• Financial report
• New business
• Old business

The committee decided to retain GCS Audio LLC for the 2023 Music on the Lake concerts despite a higher quote from a competitor. Additionally, the committee approved sponsorship funding for the upcoming St. Clair Shores Big Brew Festival.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (All-0)
• Approved staying with GCS Audio LLC for 2023 Music on the Lake concert sound (All-0)
• Approved sponsoring up to $1,500 for the St. Clair Shores Big Brew Festival (All-0)

Fence Arb.

The St. Clair Shores Fence Arbitration Committee is meeting to hear two fence installation cases. One case has been cancelled, and the other involves a request for a wooden privacy fence. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Case #02-2023 at 23263 Clairwood (Sandy Lynch) — CANCELLED; request for vinyl and chain link fence
• Case #03-2023 at 23417 Glenbrook (Lauren Sayig) — request for 6-ft wooden privacy fence around rear yard
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting

The Fence Arbitration Board approved a request to install a 6-ft wooden privacy fence at 23417 Glenbrook. The board also approved the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting.

• Approved request for 6-ft wooden privacy fence at 23417 Glenbrook (2-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Planning Commission

The March 14, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there are no cases to be heard. Consideration of the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting will be deferred to the next regularly scheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no cases to be heard
• Planning minutes from February 28, 2023 deferred to next meeting

Board of Review

The St. Clair Shores Board of Review is meeting to hear property assessment appeals. The agenda includes call to order, audience participation, and the hearing of assessment appeals, followed by adjournment. This is a routine meeting for residents to contest their property assessments.

• Hearing of assessment appeals
• Meeting runs 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at City Hall, 27600 Jefferson Avenue
• Contact Teri Socia (586) 447-3357 or Vicky Shipman (586) 447-3353 for attendance issues

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