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City of St. Ignace Council Minutes Council Proceedings (Unofficial) The regular meeting of the St. Ignace City Council was held on Monday, July 7, 2008 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Grondin with the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilmember Wyse gave the invocation. Present: Councilmembers Della- Moretta, Fullerton, Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Grondin. Absent: None. Staff Present: Eric Dodson, City Manager; Prentiss M. Brown, Jr., City Attorney; Renee' Vonderwerth, City Clerk; Les Therrian, Superintendent of Utilities; Tim Matelski, Chief of Police; Eugene Elmer, Assessor Treasurer; Deb Evashevski, DDA Director; Paul Sved, Bldg. Insp; Scott Marshall, Recreation Director. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 16, 2008 were approved as written. Additions to the Agenda: 12. Mayor Grondin - Acceptance of Community Development Contribution. 13. Councilmember Wyse - Request. 14. City Manager Dodson - Election Board Approval. 1. RELAY FOR LIFE PROCLAMATION: Mayor Grondin read the following proclamation and presented it to Relay for Life representatives, Sherrill Soblaskey and Jackie Soblaskey. PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells which, if not controlled, can result in death; and WHEREAS, 80 new cases of cancer are projected to occur in the County of Mackinac in 2008, WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society is a voluntary community based health organization in the City of St. Ignace dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem; and WHEREAS, the City of St. Ignace would like to recognize Sherrill Soblaskey and Jackie Soblaskey for their leadership, Kathy Marshall for all the work she's done in event development and Melissa Matson and Donna Pope for their team development work; and WHEREAS, without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers and all volunteers throughout the State of Michigan for this event, the American Cancer Society would not be able to support and serve our citizens; and WHEREAS, Relay for Life is a "Celebration of Life" benefiting the American Cancer Society; and WHEREAS, Relay for Life is a community affair held throughout Michigan which presents an opportunity to locate our campaign gear, throw on our walking shoes and visit with business associates, family and friends. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul C. Grondin, Mayor of the City of St. Ignace, do hereby proclaim July 25 and 26, 2008 as "Relay For Life Days" throughout the City of St. Ignace, and urge its citizens to support and participate in the Relay held at the LaSalle High School parking lot. 2. BMCS MALLORY PROCLAMATION: Mayor Grondin read the following proclamation: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, on behalf of the City of St. Ignace, we wish to extend our sincere appreciation to BMCS Jeffrey Mallory; and WHEREAS, BMCS Mallory served as the Officer in Charge of Station St. Ignace from June 2006 to June 2008; and WHEREAS, Senior Chief Mallory's career has been dedicated to the best interests of many communities, including, but not limited to Manistee, Frankfort, Grand Marais, Marblehead, OH, and Kodiak, AK; and WHEREAS, Senior Chief Mallory's outstanding Coast Guard career includes two Coast Guard Commendation Medals, the 911 Medal, four Coast Guard Achievement Medals, nine Good Conduct Medals, two Coast Guard Unit Commendations, two Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendations, three Meritorious Team Commend- ations, USCG Sea Service Ribbon and two National Defense Service Medals; and WHEREAS, Senior Chief Mallory earned the respect and admiration of all with whom he came into contact. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City of St. Ignace wishes to recognize BMCS Jeffrey P. Mallory as an outstanding leader and exemplary citizen of the City of St. Ignace; and FURTHER BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City of St. Ignace wishes the Senior Chief the greatest happiness in his retirement. 3. WATER TOWER RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE: RESOLUTION The following Resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember Della- Moretta, supported by Mayor Grondin: WHEREAS, the City of St. Ignace has overseen the improvement and repair of the Evergreen Shores Water Tower; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the engineers reports, the City of St. Ignace is satisfied that the Evergreen Shores Water Tower is structurally sound. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the St. Ignace Township Agreements dated June 5, 1981 and March 11, 2004, the City of St. Ignace hereby accepts the Evergreen Shores Water Tower as part of its water distribution system. FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, the subcontractors have been paid to the satisfaction of the City of St. Ignace. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Councilmember Fullerton, Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse ,Mayor Grondin, Councilmember Della-Moretta. No: None. Absent: None. Resolution declared Adopted. 4. INSURANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: City Manager Dodson informed Council that the insurance committee met with Tom Spencer, representative for MMRMA to review the liability and property coverage, and recommended to continue coverage with MMRMA and acquire additional coverage for sewer backups with a $75,000 limit. It was moved by Mayor Grondin, seconded by Councilmember Wyse to accept the insurance committee's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST - DOCK III: RESOLUTION The following resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember LaLonde, supported by Councilmember Gustafson: WHEREAS, the City of St. Ignace owns a parcel of land known as Dock No. 3, located in Private Claim 2, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, and WHEREAS, Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry has requested that the City of St. Ignace lease a portion of Dock No. 3 to be used as a facility for receiving and shipping freight to Mackinac Island, and WHEREAS, the portion of Dock 3 requested to be leased is described as: All of the land area lying westerly of the Center pier, easterly of the Dock No. 3 access road, southerly of the North Center Pier Drag Apron and Transfer Bridge and northerly of the South Center Pier Drag Apron and Transfer Bridge. Also, all of the moorage area and approach known as the South Center Pier Drag Apron and Transfer Bridge. and WHEREAS, Section 7.6 (a) of the City of St. Ignace Charter requires a public hearing to be held prior to the approval of letting any City owned real estate. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing on this request will be held on Monday, July 21, 2008, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Councilmember Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Grondin, Councilmember Della- Moretta, Fullerton. No: None. Absent: None. Resolution declared Adopted. 6. CLEAR VIEW DISCUSSION - CORNER OF BERTRAND & FERRY LANE: Resolution At a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of St. Ignace, held the 7th day of July, 2008 at 8:00 p.m., the following resolution was offered by Councilperson LaLonde and seconded by Councilperson Wyse. Pursuant to the request of Fred Paquin requesting the St. Ignace City Council tovacate, discontinue or abandon the following: The Southwestern Clear Vision Corner of Ferry Lane and Bertrand Street, also described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 9, Block 6 Partition Plat of PC 5, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan; thence Easterly along the South line of said PC 5 405 feet, to an iron stake; thence at an angle 90-03-55 to the left from the last described course, along the easterly line of Lot 9, Block 6 of said plat (previously recorded as N 10- 11-53 W) 221.40 feet, to the centerline of relocated Hamlin Ave; thence S 78-23-53 W 8.53 feet; thence N 12-38-40 W 338.83 feet, to the South line of Bertrand Street; thence N 78-08-48 E 68.00 feet, to the deeded clear vision line of Ferry Lane, and the Point of Beginning; thence N 78-08-48 E 64.09 feet, along an extension of the Southern ROW of Bertrand Street; thence S 50-02-02 E 65.07 feet, along an extension of the Western ROW of Ferry Lane, to the deeded clear vision line; thence N 75-44-02 W 116.18 feet, along the deeded clear vision line of Ferry Lane, to the Point of Beginning. Containing 1,639 square feet of land in PC 5, City of St. Ignace. Subject to any Easements, Restrictions, or Reservations of record. Purpose of requested abandonment: To increase the usable area of the adjacent Bowling Alley Parcel by adding on the un-needed City Street ROW. This clear vision corner was established by the MDOT during a time when Ferry Lane was considered a State Highway linking US-2 to the Dock 3 Ferry Boat Terminal. These clear vision corners are required for a State Highway intersection, but unnecessary, and excessive in a City street environment. WHEREAS, Chapter VII, Section 7.6a of the City Charter requires such action to bedone by resolution of the Council, with the resolution first introduced and thereafter before final adoption , to hold a public hearing with at least one week prior notice published thereof. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of St. Ignace, Michigan is hereby considering to vacate, discontinue or abolish the following: The Southwestern Clear Vision Corner of Ferry Lane and Bertrand Street, also described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 9, Block 6 Partition Plat of PC 5, City of St. Ignace, Mackinac County, Michigan; thence Easterly along the South line of said PC 5 405 feet, to an iron stake; thence at an angle 90-03-55 to the left from the last described course, along the easterly line of Lot 9, Block 6 of said plat (previously recorded as N 10-11-53 W) 221.40 feet, to the centerline of relocated Hamlin Ave; thence S 78-23-53 W 8.53 feet; thence N 12-38-40 W 338.83 feet, to the South line of Bertrand Street; thence N 78-08-48 E 68.00 feet, to the deeded clear vision line of Ferry Lane, and the Point of Beginning; thence N 78-08-48 E 64.09 feet, along an extension of the Southern ROW of Bertrand Street; thence S 50-02-02 E 65.07 feet, along an extension of the Western ROW of Ferry Lane, to the deeded clear vision line; thence N 75-44-02 W 116.18 feet, along the deeded clear vision line of Ferry Lane, to the Point of Beginning. Containing 1,639 square feet of land in PC 5, City of St. Ignace. Subject to any Easements, Restrictions, or Reservations of record. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice be published in the St. Ignace News calling for a public hearing on the resolution, said meeting to be held July 21, 2008, at 8:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the St. Ignace Municipal Building. Those voting "Yes" Councilmember LaLonde, Tamlyn- Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Grondin, Councilmembers Della-Moretta, Fullerton, Gustafson. Those voting "No" None. Those Absent None. The Resolution was declared adopted . 7. SIDEWALK SALE DAYS RESOLUTION: Resolution The following Resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember Wyse, seconded by Councilmember LaLonde: WHEREAS, the St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce annually sponsors the St. Ignace Sidewalk Sale Days, and WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 413 of the City of St. Ignace, "The Peddler's Ordinance", requires certain criteria be met in order for the event to be held. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Ignace City Council has determined that the Chamber of Commerce does meet the criteria established in the various sections of Ordinance No. 413, and FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does approve the usage of the public sidewalks for this event on July 12, 2008. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Councilmember Tamlyn- Massaway, Wyse, Mayor Grondin, Councilmembers Della-Moretta, Fullerton, Gustafson, LaLonde. No: None. Absent: None. Resolution declared Adopted. 8. ARTS DOCKSIDE RESOLUTION: Resolution The following Resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember Della- Moretta supported by Councilmember LaLonde: WHEREAS, the Arts Dockside Committee annually sponsors the "St. Ignace Arts Dockside", and WHEREAS, the event requires the use of public streets and property in the Dock No. 2 area, and WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 413 of the City of St. Ignace, "The Peddler's Ordinance", as amended, requires certain criteria be met by the Arts Dockside Committee in compliance with the "Special Events" requirements of the City, and WHEREAS, the Arts Dockside Committee has provided the City Council with all of the information required by Ordinance No. 413. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council has determined that the Arts Dockside Committee has met the criteria established in the various sections of Ordinance No. 413, and FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does approve the Arts Dockside Committee to be a Special Events Organization and approves the use of the Dock No. 2 area and the easterly northbound lane of South State Street between McCann Street on the South and Truckey Street on the North for this event on the days of August 30th and August 31st, 2008. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Councilmember Wyse, Mayor Grondin, Councilmembers Della-Moretta, Fullerton, Gustafson, LaLonde, Tamlyn-Massaway. No: None. Absent: None. Resolution declared Adopted. 9. MARINA REPORT: Eugene Elmer reported to Council on the status of the Marina, stating that fuel sales are the same as 2007 and slip sales are up $10,000. 10. EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT - RECREATION POSITION: City Manager Dodson presented Council with a standard employment contract for Scott Marshall requesting their approval, adding that Scott is exceeding expectations and doing an exceptional job. It was moved by Councilmember Fullerton, seconded by Council - member LaLonde to approve the employment contract. Motion carried unanimously. In addition, City Manager Dodson informed Council that Scott is planning a "Summer Daze" fest to be held on August 8th and 9th and reviewed the activities that are being planned. In addition, Councilmember Gustafson clarified that Scott's prior pool certification is separate from and not included in recreation director's job. 11. BID OPENING - 1991 INTERNATIONAL TRUCK City Manager Dodson informed Council that no bids have been received, and requested Council's approval to extend and expand the advertisement to July 21, 2008. It was moved by Councilmember LaLonde, seconded by Council - member Tamlyn-Massaway to extend the advertisement to July 21, 2008. Motion carried unanimously. 12. MAYOR GRONDIN - Acceptance of Community Develop ment contribution. Mayor Grondin read a letter from the St. Ignace Development Corp., informing Council that the Board of Directors have voted to dissolve the corporation and give the assets, approximately $38,000 in cash, to the City of St. Ignace, with the restricted use of this gift to help expand the City owned and operated nine- hole golf course. It was moved by Councilmember Gustafson, seconded by Mayor Grondin to have the City Manager write a letter of thanks to the remaining surviving members of the St. Ignace Area Development Corporation for their contributions to the City over the past years. Motion carried unanimously. In addition, Mayor Grondin read a letter from Clark Bloswick, which stated their appreciation to Paul Sved for his helpfulness in expediting the construction of a handicap ramp at their home, adding it was a pleasure working with him. 13. COUNCILMEMBER WYSE - REQUEST. Councilmember Wyse requested to be excused from the Council Meeting on July 21, 2008, as he will be out of town on vacation. It was moved by Councilmember Gustafson, seconded by Councilmember LaLonde to excuse Councilmember Wyse from the Council Meeting on July 21, 2008. Motion carried unanimously. 14. CITY MANAGER DODSON - APPROVAL OF ELECTION INSPECTORS. City Manager Dodson requested Council's approval of the Election Inspector Board for the Primary Election, pursuant to the City Charter. At this time, City Clerk Vonderwerth read the list of inspectors appointed by the election commission, after which it was moved by Councilmember LaLonde, seconded by Councilmember Tamlyn- Massaway to approve the Election Inspectors for the primary election. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Bills: Councilmember LaLonde inquired into the bill from Belonga Plumbing and Heating in the amount of $1361.26. Eugene Elmer stated it is for start-up costs and an additional water spicket. In addition, Councilmember LaLonde inquired into the bill from Wayne Manufacturing for Christmas decorations, asking if they are new or replacing old ones. Deb Evashevski stated over the last couple of years the wraps around the poles have needed to be replaced, and with this order, they are all new, and when the order is placed in the offseason, there is a 40% savings. Councilmember Gustafson inquired into the bill from Marlee's Cruisers. Gene Elmer stated that it is for service on the bikes the employees use at the marina. In addition, Councilmember Gustafson, inquired into the bill from Michigan Taser Distributing, in regards to a departmental policy and insurance liability. Chief Matelski stated that a policy is in place and signed prior to the department personnel receiving training and tasers. City Manager Dodson stated that he would present the policy at the next Council meeting for Council review. Public Comment: At this time, Fred Paquin commented on how the tasers have proven to be a very good and useful tool. Councilmember Della-Moretta inquir - ed into the status of the new signage downtown. Deb Evashevski, DDA Director informed him that it is taking longer than anticipated to get the frames and they should be up by August. Councilmember Gustafson, on behalf of the Council, extended a thank-you to Fred Paquin for the time he served on the Tribal Board and the cooperation with the City over the many years, adding that his services were greatly appreciated.
The following bills were presented to Council for payment: Mayor Paul Grondin Renee' Vonderwerth, City Clerk |
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