Council

Proceedings

(Official)

The regular meeting of the St. Ignace City Council was held on Monday, April 18, 2005 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.

The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Dodson with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Councilmember Wyse gave the invocation.

Present: Councilmember Boynton, Grondin, Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Dodson.

Absent: None.

Staff Present: Gene Elmer, Assessor/Treasurer; Renee’ D. Vonderwerth, City Clerk; Tim Matelski, Chief of Police; Les Therrian, Director of Public Works; Phil Hinkson, Recreation Director; Paul Sved, Bldg. Insp., Prentiss M. Brown; City Attorney, Deb Evashevski; DDA Director

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 4, 2005 were approved as written.

Additions to the Agenda:

Councilmember Tamlyn-Massaway – Comment.

Councilmember LaLonde – Inquiry.

Mayor Dodson – Real Estate Committee Recommendation.

1. TAXI-CAB RATE INCREASE:

Julio Rodriguez, Owner/President of H & H Taxi, presented a rate increase for taxi fares to Council for their consideration. Mr. Rodriguez explained that the requested additional $1.00 per passenger is a result of an increase in taxi insurance and gasoline, and that it has been approximately five years since the last rate increase.

It was moved by Councilmember Gustafson, seconded by Councilmember Grondin to approve the additional $1.00 per passenger rate increase for taxi fares. Motion carried unanimously.

2. PUBLIC HEARING-FISH CLEANING STATION:

It was moved by Councilmember Gustafson, seconded by Councilmember LaLonde to open the Public Hearing. Motion carried unanimously.

Jim Miller, representative of the Straits Area Sportsmen Club, reviewed the proposal for the fish cleaning station and after hearing no negative comments, it was moved by Councilmember Grondin, seconded by Councilmember Wyse to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried unanimously.

3. RESOLUTION FOR DESIGNATION OF STREET ADMINISTRATOR:

RESOLUTION FOR

DESIGNATION OF STREET ADMINISTRATOR

The following Resolution was offered by Councilmember Grondin, supported by Councilmember LaLonde:

Whereas, Section 13(7) of Act 51, Public Acts of 1951 provided that each incorporated city and village to which funds are returned under the provisions of this section, that, “the responsibility for street improvements, maintenance, and traffic operations work, and the development, construction, or repair of off-street parking facilities and construction or repair of street lighting shall be coordinated by a single administrator to be designated by the governing body who shall be responsible for and shall represent the municipality in transactions with the State Transportation Department pursuant to this act.”

Therefore be it resolved, that this Honorable Body designate Les Therrrian as the single Street Administrator for the City of St. Ignace in all transactions with the State Transportation Department as provided in Section 13 of the Act.

Yes: Councilmember Grondin, Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Dodson, Councilmember Boynton.

No: None.

Absent: None.

Resolution declared Adopted.

4. STREET ADDITION RESOLUTION:

RESOLUTION

The following resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember Gustafson, supported by Councilmember Wyse.

WHEREAS, the City of St. Ignace did on September 27, 2004, acquire title to Spring Street; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to furnish certain information to the State of Michigan to place this street within the City Street System for the purpose of obtaining funds under Act 51, P.A. 1951 as amended.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the center line of said street is described as:

Commencing at the center line of Second Street and the West City limit line, thence N 11 31’15” W 784.52’ to the Point of Beginning of said street, thence N 70 48’48” E 580’ along the center line to the westerly end of said street.

FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that said street is located within a City right-of way and is under the control of the City of St. Ignace; and

FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that said street is a public street and is for public street purposes; and

FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that said street is accepted into the City Local Street System.

Roll Call Vote:

Yes: Councilmember Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Dodson, Councilmember Boynton, Grondin.

No:None.

Absent: None.

Resolution declared Adopted.

5. CITY YARD WASTE AND BULK ITEM PICK-UP:

Mayor Dodson reviewed the 4-day curbside yard waste pickup program starting on April 25 with the Department of Public Works picking up bagged leaves, bundled branches and twigs only.

Also, Waste Management will hold a bulk item pickup on Saturday, April 30, 2005, which will allow a two-yard limit per household.

6. STORM DRAINAGE REPORT-BOYNTON/HIGH STREET ALLEY

LES THERRIAN-DPW DIRECTOR:

Les Therrian, Director of Public Works, reported to Council the course of action that will be taken to address the concerns of the storm water and sanitary sewer problems from residents in the High and McCann Streets area. He explained that Mr. Hughey is doing a tree planting and reforesting project below the Della-Moretta residence and along the path that the sanitary sewer was dug. Also, the dirt removed from the planting will be used to alter the grade so that water from the development will stay along the hill and travel to the East. If that does not solve the problem a stick pipe will be installed. A berm will also be built to divert flows away from individual walkways to a point that will minimize problems.

At the intersection of High and Church, a culvert will be dug with a catch basin installed at the East end and a pipe installed which will deliver water to the storm drain along Church St. This installation will keep water from crossing High and causing problems along the North property and adjoining sidewalk. Also the water diverted from the Hughey development will be dealt with at this point.

7. PROPERTY SPLIT RESOLUTION-ASSESSOR’S PLAT NO.3:

Resolution

At a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of St. Ignace, held the 18th day of April, 2005 at 8:00 p.m., the following resolution was offered by Council person Grondin and seconded by Council person LaLonde.

Pursuant to the request of Starline Passenger Services by Tom Pfeiffelmann (owners representative) for property located on Reagon Street, St. Ignace, Michigan 49781, to re-describe portions of Tax Parcel #052-180-035-00 & #052-180-036-00, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan.

BE IT RESOLVED, (if applicable), that pursuant to Section 263 of the Subdivision Control Act (Act 288 of 1967) as amended, (MCLA 560.263), the following parcels, Tax Parcel # 052-180-035-00 & #052-180-036-00, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan, may be re-described. Said new parcels being set forth below:

New Parcel A Description:

# 052-180-035-00

Commencing at the intersection of the South ROW of Reagon Street, and the West ROW of State Street, PC 19, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan;

Thence S 83-19-18 W 311.30 feet,(312’ Rec) along the S ROW of Reagon St, to the Point of Beginning;

Thence S 25-08-05 W 148.75 feet,to the N ROW of old RR Spur;

thence S 85-19-47 W 14.50 feet, along said spur;

thence N 04-26-50 W 125.99 feet, to the S ROW of Reagon St;

thence N 83-19-18 E 88.00 feet, along said ROW, to the Point of Beginning.

Containing 6,475 square feet of land in a portion of Lot 15, Assessor’s Plat #3, in PC 19, City of St. Ignace.

Subject to any Easements, Restrictions, or Reservations of record.

New Parcel B Description:

# 052-180-035-00

Commencing at the intersection of the South ROW of Reagon Street, and the West ROW of State Street, PC 19, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan;

Thence S 83-19-18 W 311.30 feet, (312’ Rec) along the S ROW of Reagon St,

thence S 83-19-18 W 88.00 feet, along the S ROW of Reagon St, to the Point of Beginning;

Thence S 04-26-50 E 125.99 feet, to the N ROW of old RR Spur;

thence S 85-19-47 W 135.57 feet, along said spur;

thence N 26-13-35 E 144.29 feet,(145.92’ Rec) to the S ROW of Reagon St;

thence N 83-19-18 E 62.00 feet, along said ROW, to the Point of Beginning.

Containing 12,296 square feet of land in a portion of Lot 15, Assessor’s Plat #3, in PC 19, City of St. Ignace.

Subject to any Easements, Restrictions, or Reservations of record.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the authorized split in said Parcel shall not be further split without permission of the City of St. Ignace.

Those voting “Yes”

Councilmember LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Dodson, Councilmember Boynton, Grondin, Gustafson.

Those voting “No” None.

Those Absent: None.

The Resolution was declared adopted.

8. LIGHTHOUSE UPDATE-EUGENE ELMER

Eugene Elmer, Acting City Manager, reported that he has received notification from the Waterways Division of the State of Michigan stating that they will fund half the cost of the lighthouse project, which is estimated at $50,000.00. However, the Governor’s office has not released any funds to the waterways division for 2005 projects and they are not sure when they will become available.

Consideration of Bills:

Councilmember Gustafson inquired about the bill from Galls for digital binoculars in the amount of $224.99. Police Chief Matelski stated that the binoculars were purchased through the Youth and Alcohol Grant Program.

9. COUNCILMEMBER TAMLYN-MASSAWAY – COMMENT:

Councilmember Tamlyn-Massaway commented that the Home and Garden Show was very successful again this year and thanked the personnel at the Little Bear for being so accommodating. Also, she asked Phil Hinkson, Recreation Director, if they could rethink the placement of the defibrillator so that it would be more easily accessible and noticeable. Phil stated that placement was discussed with Mark Wilk, and it was the consensus that this was the most logical placement with the least amount of negatives, but they will continue to monitor this placement.

10. COUNCILMEMBER LALONDE – INQUIRY:

Councilmember LaLonde, referring to the Recreation Advisory Committee minutes, asked about the $5000.00 committed from the Recreation budget for a grant for the pond project that was not received, inquiring if it could be uncommitted and remain in the recreation budget. Deb Evashevski informed him that the $5000.00 was originally designated for American Legion Park money.

11. MAYOR DODSON – REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

Mayor Dodson stated that the Real Estate Committee met and came up with a recommendation for the old Library building. At this time, Councilmember Grondin stated that the committee agreed to recommend that the building be put up for bids as soon as possible with a $90,000.00 minimum bid.

It was moved by Councilmember Grondin, seconded by Councilmember Boynton to approve the Real Estate Committees recommendation and have the Administration proceed with drawing up the documents to begin the bidding process. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comment:

There were no comments at this time.

The following bills were presented to Council for payment:

Ace Hardware 329.67

Allied EMS Systems15452.06

Ameritech158.40

Belonga’s Plumbing & Heating99.00

Northern Energy (Bronco Oil)228.45

California Contractors Supplies107.64

Cellular One128.74

Cintas-72952.44

City of St. Ignace Water558.58

Cummings Bridgeway157.12

East Jordan Iron Works83.15

Edison Sault Electric18048.66

Frito-Lay26.02

Gall’s426.47

Spartan Stores (Glens)177.98

Gordon Food Service58.74

Industrial Marketing249.66

Kimball-Midwest180.24

Krum Pump434.70

LaJoice Electric167.50

Lakefront Electronics96.94

Lakeland Boating1450.00

Lynn Auto Parts1468.37

Mackinac Sales1099.45

Majik Graphics286.00

McGregor Oil4425.37

Airgas Great Lakes195.12

Mussio Janitorial623.92

National Office Products76.34

Our Design227.50

P & S Distributors29.90

Quill Corporation195.67

R.P.M. Automotive150.00

Range Telecommunication18.50

Rochester Midland156.55

Safety Kleen140.85

Sault Printing154.35

Semco Energy10584.09

St. Ignace Auto714.04

St. Ignace True Value376.17

State Chemical Manufacturing64.74

Michigan Dept of Environmental Quality16.00

Straits Building Center513.22

The St. Ignace News309.78

Waste Management458.90

Grand Total $ 60807.86

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.

Bruce J. Dodson, Mayor Renee’ D. Vonderwerth, City Clerk