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Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
Regular session of the City Council of the City of Wyandotte, the
Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana presiding.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilpersons Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
Absent: Councilperson Browning
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
RESOLVED BY the City Council that Traffic Control Order 2007-006
as set forth by Chief Grant for the installation of "30 Minute
Parking" on Elm Street between 5th and 6th Street is hereby
referred to the Police Chief and Sergeant Pouliot for a review and
report back in two weeks. (dated June 11, 2007) due June 25, 2007
June 22, 2007
Mayor and City Council, City of Wyandotte
3131 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, MI 48192
This letter is in response to Council Resolution, dated June 19,
2007, relative to 30 minute parking on Elm Street between 5th and
6th streets. The Traffic Bureau, Sergeant Pouliot, received a
telephone call from Roosevelt High School, John Budzyn, who
advised him that residents are complaining to the school about
students parking their vehicles on Elm between 5thand 6th. Prior
to submission for the request of 30 minute parking, Sergeant
Pouliot monitored the area for a one (1) week period and confirmed
that Roosevelt students were using Elm Street for parking during
school hours.
To alleviate parking congestion for residents, the Traffic Bureau
recommended the installation of 30 minute parking signs on Elm
between 5th and 6th. Installation of signage corresponds with
traffic signage in residential areas in close proximity to the
high school. Further, City of Wyandotte Ordinance, Sec. 35-45',
allows residents to obtain a parking sticker, which grants said
residents permission to park their automobile in the restricted
parking area without penalty.
Therefore, based on the above, installation of 30 minute parking
is recommended. If there are any additional questions, please feel
free to contact my office during normal business hours.
Sincerely,
Daniel J. Grant, Chief of Police
1 (a) Parking permits shall be issued to any resident living in a
residential zoned district by the police department, records
bureau, for the fee of five dollars ($5.00), granting said
resident permission to park their automobile in a restricted
parking area on their street, or if the resident lives in the
developed business area (as defined by section 1804-15 of the
zoning ordinance), a parking permit will allow the resident
permission to park in a public parking lot located in the
developed business area (provided the parking lot is not closed or
being used for any special event). Permits issued for the
developed business area are limited to one (1) permit per
resident. Such residents shall make application to the police
records bureau setting forth all relevant information required by
the records bureau, including the drives license indicating the
resident's current address. Raking permits are valid as long as
the resident maintains residency at the listed address on the
parking permit. Parking permits are valid only as long as the
ordinance remains in effect or until amended.
(b) The records bureau shall have the authority to grant such
parking permit which shall be in the form of a suitable sticker
stating the name of the holder, the residential address, the date
of the issuance and signed by the chief of police. The holder
shall then attach such sticker to the windshield of their
automobile, provided, however that such permit shall not grant the
holder any privilege to park in any area where or when parking is
prohibited; and provided further, that no permit shall be issued
to anyone residing in a multiple dwelling except in the discretion
of the police and fire commission with regard to the number of
residential units and the available space for parking, fronting
such residence. (Code 1956, § 27-95; Ord. No. 934, § 1, 3-2-92;
Ord. No. 1053, § 1, 10-19-98)
COMMUNICATIONS MISCELLANEOUS
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of Wyandotte, 3131 Biddle Avenue
Wyandotte, MI 48192
June 12, 2007
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
On behalf of the Cambridge Commons Home and Condominium Owners, we
would like to voice our concerns relative to the proposed
Enterprise Zone program, where the City may grant a 50% property
tax reduction for 12 years to designated areas of the City.
As we understand, Enterprise Zones, Renaissance Zones and Tax
Abatements are offered by governments for a specific purpose: to
incite the construction of new or renovated units on blighted
properties, or to help create jobs and economic growth. The
current proposal to create Enterprise Zones in Wyandotte does
neither: it will not increase the number of additional units
built, nor will it result in new jobs or economic growth. The only
result of this property tax abatement will be to help the property
developers sell existing units. While a laudable objective, the
taxpaying citizens of Wyandotte should not be forced to endure
higher taxes so that the City can help property developers sell
unwanted housing units.
The 75 Units at Cambridge Commons were offered starting over 3
years ago. Some units still remain available, and have been empty
for over 3 years. The developer has had to reduce prices and have
close out sales to reduce the inventory. When Cambridge Commons
was conceived, some of us inquired if an Enterprise Zone would
ever be considered again in Wyandotte, since the last Zone was
created in the early 1990's. At that time, no one stated that this
type of reduction would be considered. So why are these units not
being considered for an Enterprise Zone? Based on the discussion
at recent City Council meetings, these available units should also
qualify for the tax abatement, along with the entire Cambridge
Commons Project-since we understand there has been some sales
activity at the Labadie Commons Project. At the least our property
taxes should be frozen for the next 12 years and, if the tax rate
is ever decreased (highly unlikely), reduce our taxes.
This is very disappointing to those of us that have invested in a
home in the City of Wyandotte. All new homeowners should be
treated equally, since we pay taxes on today's price, not on
purchases made 10, 20 or 30 years ago. We made our decision to
invest in the City of Wyandotte with the understanding we would
pay some of the highest tax rates in the downriver area, not
imagining that had we all waited just a little while, we too might
have been able to purchase property and qualify for a 50% tax
abatement for 12 years.
We regret that we must air our displeasure publicly but we feel
that the creation of these new Enterprise Zones is inherently
unfair to us, and to anyone who has purchased a home in Wyandotte
during the last several years.
Sincerely,
Citizens for fair treatment
..
15 Homeowners
The Cambridge Commons Condominium Association (60 units) met on
6/13/07 and supports the effort to be included in a Neighborhood
Enterprise Zone
PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE
Peter Casetti, 1046 Mollno, alley needs to be graded. When will it
be graded? Refer to City Engineer.
Richard Miller, 1202 2nd, place signs stating parking for
residents only.
Michael McKeehan, 3508 15th, requests his alley be maintained
and fixed. Petition with 15 signatures requesting alley be graded,
etc. When will it be resolved? Referred to the City Engineer and
Finance Director for additional funding recommendation.
Chris Calvin, 466 Sycamore, regarding the implementation of time
limit parking. Remove address from sticker. Regarding the policy
hand book change, was it for investigative reasons? Drug and
alcohol policy needs to be changed and more rigid.
Richard Miller, 1202 2nd, resolutions need to be followed up and
completed as set forth.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY & OTHER OFFICIALS
June 21, 2007
The Honorable City Council, City of Wyandotte
3131 Biddle Avenue
Wyandotte MI 48192
Gentlemen and Madam:
I am writing to request your concurrence in the following
re-appointment and new appointment to the Cultural and Historical
Commission:
Daniel Galeski, 1717 Superior Blvd., Wyandotte MI 48192. His term
will expire 12-2010.
Rebecca L. Bearden, 414 Maple, Wyandotte MI 48192. Ms. Bearden
will replace Kenneth Navarre who resigned last year. Her term will
expire 12-2010.
Thanking you in advance for your support of these appointments, I
remain
Sincerely,
James R. DeSana, Mayor
June 20, 2007
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Department of Legal Affairs,
City Engineer and Director of Financial and Administrative
Services
Re: Questions Presented to the City Council from Chris Calvin
Dear Mayor and City Council:
The above referenced matter was referred to the undersigned for
review and report back. In response to Mr. Calvin's request for a
copy of the minutes of the closed session that he requested, the
Open Meeting Act states that the minutes are not available to the
public.
In response to Mr. Calvin's questions as to whether there was a
violation of the charter because the City Council did not adopt a
resolution concurring with engineer's decision for his demotion,
the city charter does not provide an appeal process to the Council
and therefore there was no violation.
In response to Mr. Calvin's inquiry concerning what procedure Mr.
Calvin should pursue, he has exhausted his remedies under the
city's policy and there are no further steps to be taken.
Mr. Calvin submitted an appeal to the City Council and requested
that it be considered at a closed session. His demotion took
effect October 2, 2006, and there was no stay of proceedings
issued during the appeal process. The City Council met in closed
session, at Mr. Calvin's request, to listen to his appeal, but
took no action, and therefore, the demotion remains in place.
Further, Mr. Calvin was notified by the Director of Financial and
Administration Services that the City Council took no action to
reverse or modify the decision of the City Engineer. At the
meeting of December 18, 2006, David Rothermal was appointed to the
vacant position of Sanitation Supervisor. Mr. Calvin's pay was
adjusted subsequent to October 2, 2006, in accordance with the
demotion.
Our labor attorney has recommended that the Council pass a
resolution denying the appeal.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Kowalewski, City Engineer
Todd Drysdale, Director of Financial and Administrative Services
William R. Look, Department of Legal Affairs
June 19, 2007
Mayor James DeSana & City Council
City of Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana & City Council:
The Senior Alliance (TSA) has provided services to seniors in 34
communities in Southern and Western Wayne County including
Wyandotte since 1980.
Accompanying this letter you will find a copy of the TSA FY2008
Annual Implementation Plan (ATP). This plan has been previously
approved by the TSA Board of Directors. At the present time,
Recreation Commissioner Rosemary Bucska represents the City of
Wyandotte on this Board, with fellow Commissioner Margaret Loya
serving as her alternate. Previously to this, Superintendent of
Recreation James Knopp served on the Board.
Each of the 34 local units of government must approve the AIP
under the requirements of the Office of Services to the Aging.
After review of this document, and from knowledge gained from
previously serving on the TSA Board, it is the recommendation of
the undersigned that your honorable body approve the TSA FY2008
ATP as presented.
Sincerely yours,
James R. Knopp, Superintendent of Recreation
June 21, 2007
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of Wyandotte
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
Attached, for your approval is the following Benjamin F. Yack
Recreation Center contract:
Downriver Irish American Festival
Thanks you for your consideration of this event.
Sincerely,
Lisa Hooper, Executive Director, Downtown Development Authority
June 21, 2007
The Honorable Mayor DeSana and Council Members
City Hall
Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
On June 20, 2007, proposals were opened and read aloud in the City
of Wyandotte Council Chambers for File #4430-2007 Block Grant
Bituminous Street Concrete Base Repair and Resurfacing Program. A
tabulation of the proposals is as follows:
CONTRACTOR BID AMOUNT
Century Cement Co., Inc. Riverview, Michigan $ 132,348.00
ABC Paving Company Trenton, Michigan $ 139,707.50
Best Asphalt, Inc. Romulus, Michigan $ 144,035.00
Lacaria Concrete Construction Detroit, Michigan $ 149,108.50
Ajax Paving Industries, Inc. Troy, Michigan $ 154,120.25
Cadillac Asphalt Belleville, Michigan $ 170,833.00
The bituminous concrete street base repair and resurfacing costs
will be paid from the Block Grant Street Resurfacing Fund Account
#283-200-875-684 ($107,000.00) and TIFA Resurfacing Fund Account
492-200-825.460 ($25,348.00).
The undersigned recommends acceptance of the proposal from Century
Cement Co., Inc., of Riverview, Michigan, in the amount of
$132,348.00 as being the best bid received meeting specifications.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
In October 2006, the City of Wyandotte received a Quit Claim Deed
from Wayne County Treasurer deeding the property at 341 Orange to
the City of Wyandotte for tax foreclosure. The City paid Wayne
County $8,576.32 and also paid the 2006 taxes on the property.
There was an existing mortgage on the property and the mortgage
company has foreclosed on the mortgage. The Mortgage Company is
requesting the City Quit Claim the City's interest in the property
to them, so they can sell the property.
It is the recommendation of the undersigned with concurrence with
the City Attorney to relinquish the City's interest in this
property for the amount of $11,752.29. This amount will cover all
costs incurred by the City of Wyandotte.
If this meets with your approval, I recommend that the Department
of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary documents
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
Attached please find the following for your consideration:
1. Purchase Agreement for the City to acquire the property at 110
Spruce, Wyandotte for the amount $1.00.
2. Purchase Agreement to sell the property known as former 245
Mulberry to the owners at 110 Spruce for the amount of $1.00.
The City will be moving the home from 110 Spruce to the Former 245
Mulberry. The City will be constructing a new basement, installing
all utilities underground, reconstructing new porches, and
reconstructing the existing sunroom.
The City Attorney has reviewed these Agreements and approves same.
If these Agreements meet with your approval, I recommend that the
Department of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary
documents and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall
Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
At a recent Council Meeting you requested the undersigned to
review the previous lots sold or Agreement executed, but not
closed for new single family dwellings and report back on there
status. The following is said status:
Proposals Received May 18, 2005 (12 Vacant Lots)
Parcel #1 Former 3734 9th Street Proposal accept by the City
Council on August 8, 2005, to sell to Destiny and Shea Builders,
Inc., (Developer) in the amount of $20,000.00. The City has not
closed on this property. Three (3) proposals were received. (See
attached summary.) This property also requires the relocation of
public utilities for redevelopment. The recommendation is to
extend the Purchase Agreement for an additional time to allow for
development.
Parcel #2 Former 3740 9th Street Proposal accept by the City
Council on August 8, 2005, to sell to Destiny and Shea Builders,
Inc., (Developer) in the amount of $18,000.00. The City has not
closed on this property. Three (3) proposals were received. (See
attached summary.) This property also requires the relocation of
public utilities for redevelopment. The recommendation is to
extend the Purchase Agreement for an additional time to allow for
development.
Parcel #3 Former 3409 12th Street Proposal accepted by the City
Council on July 25, 2005, to sell to Destiny and Shea Builders,
Inc., (Developer) in the amount of $25,000.00. The City has not
closed on this property. Seven (7) proposals were received. (See
attached summary.) No closing has been scheduled. Therefore, the
recommendation is to terminate this Agreement and re-bid the
property with the next set of parcels.
Parcel #4 Former 3129 15th Street Proposal accepted by the City
Council on July 25, 2005, to sell to Destiny and Shea Builders,
Inc. (Developer) in the amount of $22,000.00. The City has not
closed on this property. Seven (7) proposals were received. (See
attached summary.) Therefore, the recommendation is to terminate
this Agreement and re-bid the property with the next set of
parcels.
Parcel #8, #9 and #10:
Former 1121-1133 5th Street City closed on property with Phil
Plaisted (Developer) on February 17, 2006, for the construction of
three (3) single family homes. Each lot sold for $15,000. Mr.
Plaisted has constructed one (1) of the three (3) homes. Mr.
Plaisted indicated that he does not want to sell the properties
back to the City. Mr. Plaisted has been working to find a
purchaser on these properties. The recommendation is to not
enforce the buy-back agreement. The City may lose our ability to
repurchase this property for 80% of the purchase price.
Parcel #12 Former 400 Highland City closed on property with Phil
Plaisted (Developer) on February 17, 2006 for the construction of
a single family dwelling. The sales price was $25,000.00. Mr.
Plaisted has not started construction. Mr. Plaisted indicated that
he does not want to sell the property back to the City. Mr.
Plaisted has been working to find a purchaser on this property.
The recommendation is to not enforce the buy-back agreement. The
City may lose our ability to repurchase this property for 80% of
the purchase price.
Homes have been built on all other properties in this bid package.
Proposals Received May 31, 2006 (14 Vacant Lots)
Parcel #1 Former 422 Pine Proposal accepted July 24, 2006 to
sell to Jeff Smith and Anna Hardy (Owner Occupant) in the amount
of $33,000.00. The City has not closed on this property. Five (5)
proposals were received. (See attached summary) On March 13, 2007
an extension to develop the property was granted by the City
Council. No closing has been scheduled. The recommendation is to
extend the Purchase Agreement for additional time to allow for
development.
Parcel #2 Former 304 Vinewood Proposal accepted July 24, 2006 to
sell to Mark Havlicsek (Owner Occupant) in the amount of
$30,000.00. The City has not closed on this property. Five (5)
proposals were received. (See attached summary) No closing has
been scheduled. Mr. Havlicsek has indicated that he will hopefully
be able to close in July 2007. The recommendation is to extend the
Purchase Agreement for additional time to allow for development.
Parcel #14 Foinier 300-06 Clinton Closed on property June 18,
2007. Sold to the adjacent property owner, Mr. Charest, for the
construct of an addition; construction to being with six (6)
months from June 18, 2007.
Other Former 611 Orchard Proposal accepted September 11, 2006 to
sell to Gerry and Lisa Fivecoat (Owner Occupant) in the amount of
$32,500.00. On May 21, 2007, Council concurred to extend the
Purchase Agreement until July 31, 2007.
Homes have been built on all other properties in this bid package.
If you concur with this recommendation the attached Resolution
will authorize same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski, City Engineer
Colleen A. Keehn, City Assessor
June 19, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana and Council Members:
On May 23, 2007, proposals for File #4426 Front Porch Repair
Ford MacNichol Museum were opened and read aloud. A tabulation of
the proposals is as follows:
BIDDER BID PRICE
Grunwell-Cashero Co. $42,220.00
1041 Major
Detroit, MI 48217
Thomas Cole Company $61,837.37
4201 7th Street
Wyandotte, MI 48192
The undersigned recommends that the City accept the proposal from
Grunwell-Cashero Co., Detroit, Michigan in the amount of
$42,220.00 as the best bid received meeting specifications. Also,
the enclosed budget request to transfer fund should be approved to
provide for adequate funding of the project.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski, City Engineer
Todd A. Drysdale, Director of Administrative/Financial Services
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall
Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
Attached please find a Purchase Agreements for the City to acquire
the following property:
165 Cedar $55,000.00 TIFA Area Funds Single Family Dwelling
If this meets with your approval, I recommend that the Department
of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary sale
documents and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same. I
further recommend that the undersigned be authorized to demolish
same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski, City Engineer
June 21, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
RE: Stage II Final Site Plan Approval for Orchards Development
Dear Mayor DeSana and Council Members:
Attached is the Resolution duly adopted by the City of Wyandotte
Planning and Rehabilitation Commission at a regular meeting held
on March 16, 2006, with regards to the approval of the Final Site
Plan for the Orchards Development at the northwest corner of
Biddle Avenue and Orchard Street as submitted by Core Real Estate
Group.
Attached is a revised plan which addresses all the comments from
the Planning and Rehabilitation Commission. Also attached is a
letter from the City Planner, Charles Leman, approving said
revised plan in accordance with the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact
the undersigned.
Very truly yours,
Elizabeth A. Krimmel, Chairperson, PLANNING AND REHABILITATION
COMMISSION
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council Members:
Attached please find an Amendment to the Purchase Agreement for
the City to acquire the property at 81 Chestnut, Wyandotte. This
Amendment will amend Paragraph 12 Environmental Liability from the
original Agreement and all other condition shall remain in full
force and effect.
The City Attorney has reviewed this Amendment and approves same.
If this Amendment meets with your approval, I recommend that the
Department of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary
documents and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
June 20, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
Re: 2351 9th Street, Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
On October 2, 2006, the City entered into a Purchase Agreement to
acquire the above captioned property in the amount of $118,000.00.
The Owner, at that time, was unable to close with the City due to
foreclosure proceeding with his mortgage company.
The City has been contacted by the mortgage company, who
foreclosed on the property, to acquire this property. This letter
is to request your approval to negotiate an Agreement with the
Mortgage Company not to exceed $118,000.00.
If this meets with your approval, I recommend that the Department
of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary documents
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same. I further
recommend that the undersigned be authorized to demolish same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski, City Engineer
June 21, 2007
Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council Members
3131 Biddle Avenue
Wyandotte, MI 48192
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
Please find the attached list of properties located within the
proposed Neighborhood Enterprise Zones 4, 5, 6 and 7. This report
is in compliance with Michigan Compiled Law 207.773 (Public Act
147 of 1992) Section 3 (4) requiring the assessor to determine and
furnish to the local government unit the amount of true cash value
of the property located within the proposed neighborhood
enterprise zone. This report has been amended to include
additional parcels need to comply with Neighborhood Enterprise
Zones regulations.
True Cash Value Zone #4 (Labadie Park) 2,046,200
True Cash Value Zone #5 (Vinewood Village) 845,600
True Cash Value Zone #6 (Oak Condos) 3,499,000
True Cash Value Zone #7 (Biddle and Orchard) 2,749,800
Please feel free to contact the undersigned if you have any
additional questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Colleen A. Keehn, City Assessor
June 21, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council, City Hall
RE: Neighborhood Enterprise Zones
Dear Mayor and Council Members,
The Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Act, Act 147 of 1992, as amended,
requires that the total acreage of neighborhood enterprise zones
designated under the act shall not exceed 15% of the total acreage
contained within the boundaries of the local governmental unit.
The enclosed Table indicates the total acreage of each existing
and proposed NEZ area.
A summary of the Table is as follows:
· the acreage of property within the three (3) existing NEZ's is
approximately 151.577 acres (4.28% of the City's area);
· the acreage of property within the four (4) proposed NEZ's is
approximately 17.7342 acres (0.50% of the City's area); and
· the combined acreage of property within the existing and
proposed NEZ's is 169.3112 acres, or 4.78% of the City's area.
· The total acreage allowed in NEZ's in the City is 532 acres,
resulting in an additional 363 acres or 10.22% of the City's area
that may be placed within an NEZ.
The information in the Table has been incorporated into the
proposed resolution designating four new neighborhood enterprise
zones.
Very truly yours,
Joseph M. Voszatka, Community Development Director
June 21, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council, City Hall
RE: Neighborhood Enterprise Zones
Dear Mayor and Council Members,
The enclosed proposed Council Resolution does the following:
a) acknowledges receipt of the Assessor's amended report stating
the amount of True Cash Value of the property located within each
proposed zone;
b) acknowledges receipt of an amended table prepared by the
Community Development Director indicating the total acreage of
each existing and proposed NEZ area;
c) makes a finding that each proposed zone is consistent with the
master plan and the neighborhood preservation and economic
development goals of the City;
d) adopts a statement relative to the maintenance, preservation,
improvement, and development of housing for all persons regardless
of income level living within the proposed zones; and
e) designates neighborhood enterprise zone Nos. 4, 5, 6, and 7 as
described and depicted in Exhibits 1, 2, 3 and 4, respectively.
Designation of the zones will establish eligibility for
approximately 131 new homes yet to be constructed, and an
additional 29 newly constructed existing homes if legislation is
passed by the State of Michigan allowing their retroactive
inclusion. Additionally, approximately 20 other buildable lots are
included where buildings currently exist, and will be eligible for
a certificate if they comply with requirements of the City and the
Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Act, Act 147 of 1992, as amended.
The undersigned recommends adoption of the proposed Resolution.
Very truly yours,
Joseph M. Voszatka, Community Development Director
LATE ITEM
June 19, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall, Wyandotte, Michigan
RE: Former 712-716 Cherry Wyandotte, Michigan Parcel #16 714
Cherry Lot Size: 50' x 140'
Dear Mayor DeSana and City Council Members:
During the City's solicitation of proposal for the Sale of Vacant
Parcels for Single Family Homes at Various Locations in the City
of Wyandotte, the City received four (4) proposals for the sale of
the above-captioned property. See attached summary sheet.
The undersigned hereby recommends that the City sell said lot to
Teodora Paun, 13330 Greenview Dr. #101, Southgate, Michigan for
$20,000.00, pursuant to his proposal to construct a two (2) story
Victorian home, consisting of 1,800 square feet, full basement
with backflow prevention system and emergency escape and rescue
opening per the 2003 Michigan Residential Code and attached
garage. The first floor exterior will be brick. Mr. and Mrs. Paun
will be occupying this home.
Also attached for your approval is an application for the
Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) tax abatement for this
property.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
Colleen A. Keehn, City Assessor
June 23, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall
Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
Attached please find a Purchase Agreements for the City to acquire
the following property:
807 Plum $38,000.00 TIFA Area Funds Single Family Dwelling
If this meets with your approval, I recommend that the Department
of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary sale
documents and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same. I
further recommend that the undersigned be authorized to demolish
same.
Very truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
June 25, 2007
The Honorable Mayor James R. DeSana and City Council
City Hall
Wyandotte, Michigan
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
Attached please find a Purchase Agreement for the City to acquire
the following property:
557 Walnut $58,000 TIFA Area Funds Two Family Dwelling
If this meets with your approval, I recommend that the Department
of Legal Affairs be directed to prepare the necessary sale
documents and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute same. I
further recommend that the undersigned be authorized to demolish
same.
Vary truly yours,
Mark A. Kowalewski City Engineer
PETITION
Petition by Viola Lyons and others asking the City DPS to grade
the alley between 15th & 16th & Pine & Orchard to insure proper
drainage.
AUTOMATIC REFERRALS:
St. Patrick's Youth Group requesting to utilize the city-owned
parking lot located at First Street and Chestnut for fundraising
for the Fourth of July Fireworks Display to be held on June 29,
2007 and the Fourth of July Parade to be held on the 4th of July.
(PERMISSION GRANTED) Referred to Legal for Hold Harmless
Agreement, Police and Fire, Department of Public Service and
Engineer.
REPORTS AND MINUTES AND CASH RECEIPTS
Financial Services Daily Cash Receipts $221,810.86
Retirement Commission June 20, 2007
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority April 17, 2007
TIFA April 17, 2007
Wyandotte Cultural & Historical Commission May 10, 2007
Wyandotte Cultural & Historical Commission June 5, 2007
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Richard Miller, 1202 2nd, regarding Item #9; policy of bidding
process needs to be reviewed. Item #15C, supports NEZs requests
Councilman Kolakowski abstain from voting on #6.
RECESS
RECONVENING
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilpersons Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
Absent: Councilperson Browning
FIRST AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED
"AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SUBPARAGRAPH (a) OF SECTION 38.1-18
ENTITLED "SEWAGE DISPOSAL CHARGES" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF WYANDOTTE"
THE CITY OF WYANDOTTE ORDAINS:
Section 1. Subparagraph (a) of Section 38.1-18 Entitled "Sewage
Disposal Charges" is hereby amended as follows:
(a) Generally. Effective as of July 1, 2007 the department of
municipal service of the city is directed to increase the billing
for sewage disposal charges to Two Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Two
Dollars ($2,252.00) per one million (1,000,000) gallons of water
consumed. This will provide the city with funds for the following
purposes: To pay charges for the city's share of the operation and
maintenance of the sewage disposal system; to pay for meter loss;
to pay for maintaining and operating the city sewers, which are a
part of the sewage disposal system; to pay for collection costs.
The monies collected, except for collection costs of fifty dollars
and fifty cents ($50.50) per million gallons of water consumed,
which shall be retained by the municipal service commission, shall
be placed in an appropriate fund to be used for the above-stated
purposes and any balance that may accrue shall be retained therein
to provide for emergencies and contingencies.
Section 2. Severability.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are
hereby repealed only to the extent necessary to give this
ordinance full force and effect.
Section 3. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall take July 1, 2007. This ordinance is deemed
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace,
property, health, safety and for providing for the usual daily
operation of the City Engineers Office and Department of Municipal
Services. This Ordinance or a summary shall be published in a
newspaper generally circulated in the City of Wyandotte within ten
(10) days after adoption. Any summary shall designate the location
in the City where a true copy of the ordinance can be inspected or
obtained.
On the question, "SHALL THIS ORDNANCE NOW PASS?", the following
vote was recorded:
YEAS: Councilpersons Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Councilperson Browning
I hereby approve the adoption of the foregoing ordinance this 25th
day of June, 2007.
CERTIFICATE
We, the undersigned, JAMES R. DESANA and WILLIAM R. GRIGGS,
respectively the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Wyandotte, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly passed by the
Council of the City of Wyandotte, at a regular session thereof on
Monday, the25th day of June, 2007.
Dated: June 25, 2007
JAMES R. DESANA, Mayor WILLIAM R. GRIGGS, City Clerk
RESOLUTIONS
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the reading of the minutes of
the previous meeting be dispensed with and the same stand APROVED
as recorded without objection.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
ROLL ATTACHED
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the Traffic Control Order
2007-006 relative to the installation of "30 Minute Parking on Elm
Street between 5th and 6th Street as submitted by the Chief of
Police and Traffic Bureau is hereby referred back to the Chief of
Police and Officer Pouliot for review:
1. Remove the homeowners/residents address from the parking
sticker.
2. Review and report back on current ordinance
3. Forgive $5.00 permit fee.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
ROLL ATTACHED
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the communication from the
Cambridge Commons Condominium Association dated June 12, 2007
expressing their displeasure at the possibility of creating new
Enterprise Zones without also including the Cambridge Commons
condominium owners is hereby received and placed on file.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
ROLL ATTACHED
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS in the
recommendation of Mayor DeSana as set forth in his communication
dated June 21, 2007 to re-appoint and appoint the following to the
Wyandotte Cultural and Historical Commission:
Daniel Galeski 1717 Superior Blvd Term to Expire 12-2010
Rebecca L. Bearden 414 Maple Term to Expire 12-2010
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Mayor and Council thank Kenneth
Navarre for the years of service to the City of Wyandotte.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the appeal submitted by Chris
Calvin which was discussed at the closed session pursuant to the
written request of Chris Calvin, is hereby DENIED as recommended
by our Labor Attorney.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the TSA FY 2008 Annual
Implementation Plan for the Senior Alliance as submitted by the
Superintendent of Recreation on June 29, 2007 is hereby APPROVED.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council approves the contract as
submitted by the Downtown Development Authority for the Downriver
Irish American Festival to be held on July 20 and 21, 2007 at the
Benjamin F. Yack Recreation Center and authorizes the Mayor and
City Clerk to sign said contract.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
ROLL ATTACHED
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council hereby CONCURS in the
recommendation of the City Engineer to accept the proposal from
Century Cement Co., Inc., of Riverview, Michigan for File #
4430-2007 Block Grant Bituminous Street Concrete Base Repair and
Resurfacing Program, in the amount of $132,348, as being the best
bid received meeting specifications, and, that the bituminous
concrete street base repair and resurfacing costs will be paid
from the Block Grant Street Resurfacing Fund Account #
283-200-875-684 ($107,000.00) and TIFA Resurfacing Fund Account
492-200-825-460 ($25,348.00).
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer regarding the property at 341
Orange, Wyandotte to relinquish the City's interest in the
property for the amount of $11, 752.29; plus $300.00 grass cutting
(2006) and $200.00 grass cutting (2007) for a total amount of
$12,252.29. AND BE IT RESOLVED that Council directs the Department
of Legal Affairs to prepare the necessary documents for said sale;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby
authorized to sign said documents.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer dated June 20, 2007, to
acquire property located at 110 Spruce and sell the former 245
Mulberry for the moving of the home at 110 Spruce; AND BE IT
RESOLVED that Council directs the Department of Legal Affairs to
prepare the necessary documents for said sale and purchase; AND
FURTHER that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign
said documents, subject to the approval of the Department of Legal
Affairs; and that the City Engineer is authorized to seek
proposals for the moving of the home from 110 Spruce to the former
245 Mulberry and submit same back to City Council for approval;
funding will utilize TIFA account # 492-200-850-519.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the communication dated June 20,
2007 from the City Engineer and City Assessor regarding City lots
for the construction of new single family dwellings is hereby
received and placed on file; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the
City Engineer and the Department of Legal Affairs is directed to
proceed with rescinding the Purchase Agreement with Destiny and
Shea Buildings, Inc. for the properties known as Former 3409-12th
Street, Former 3129-15th Street, provided Destiny and Shea
Builders, Inc. does not close on each property by October 1, 2007
and the deposits for same will be forfeited if no timely closing
occurs. After October 1, 2007, if no closing occurs the City
Engineer shall determine if on these two parcels other proposal
makers other than the low proposal are interested in purchasing
these properties. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council CONCURS
with the recommendation of the City Engineer and the City Assessor
to extend the Agreement for the property known as Former 3734-9th
Street, Former 3740-9th Street, former 422 Pine, Former 304
Vinewood, and Former 611 Orchard until October 31, 2007. If no
closing occurs the City Engineer and City Assessor will inform the
City Council for recommendations; AND FURTHER Council CONCURS with
the recommendation of the City Engineer and the City Assessor to
remove the First Option to Purchase between the City of Wyandotte
and Phil Plaisted for the properties known as Former 1121-1133 5th
Street and 400 Highland provided this release also includes the
City's continued final approval of elevations, square footage and
proposals originally submitted.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS:
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS in the
recommendation of the City Engineer and Director of Administrative
and Financial Services regarding File # 4426-Front Porch Repair
Ford-MacNichol Museum and hereby accepts the proposal from
Grunwell-Cashero Company, of Detroit, Michigan in the amount of
$42,220.00 from account # 499-200-850-524; AND BE IT RESOLVED that
the budget amendment for said work is approved as follows:
101-800-750-790-270 $2,000 TO 499-200-850-524 and
101-000-257-250-071 $5,220 to 499-200-850-524; and BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED that all bid bonds be returned to the unsuccessful bidder
by the City Clerk and all bid checks be returned to the
unsuccessful bidder by the City Treasurer.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer to acquire the property at 165
Cedar in the amount of $55,000.00 to be appropriated from TIFA
Funds; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Legal
Affairs is hereby directed to prepare the necessary documents and
the Mayor, City Clerk and City Attorney, William R. Look, are
hereby authorized to sign said documents; and that the City
Engineer is directed to DEMOLISH same upon completion of the
Wyandotte Historical Commission inspection of the home as it
pertains to the preservation of historical and cultural items for
the City of Wyandotte.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that WHEREAS the Stage II Final Site
Plan for "The Orchards", a 17-unit residential condominium project
at the northwest corner of Biddle and Orchard consists of 12
sheets dated May 25, 2007; and WHEREAS on March 16, 2006, at a
regular meeting of the Planning and Rehabilitation Commission, the
Commission determined that the Final Site Plan reflects and
adheres to those use patterns as approved in the Preliminary Plan
and that the Final Site Plan complies with the requirements set
forth in the City of Wyandotte's Zoning Ordinance Section 1655;
AND WHEREAS On March 16, 2006, the Commission resolved to
recommend to the City Council that the Final Site Plan be accepted
and approved, subject to certain conditions and revisions being
made to the Plans to the satisfaction of the City Engineer; AND
WHEREAS The City Engineer has determined that the conditions of
approval required by the recommendation of the Planning and
Rehabilitation Commission have been satisfied; NOW THEREFORE, BE
IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WYANDOTTE, that the
City Council has previously approved the Preliminary Site Plan and
now concurs with the resolution of the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission determining that the Final Site Plan for the "The
Orchards" is in compliance with the requirements set forth in the
Zoning Ordinance, Section 1655, and that said Plan is subject to
the terms and conditions set forth therein. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED
that the Final Site Plan is accepted and approved as submitted.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
ABSTENTION: Councilman Kolakowski
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer regarding the Amendment to the
Purchase Agreement between the City of Wyandotte and Church of
Many Miracles regarding the property at 81 Chestnut; AND BE IT
RESOLVED THAT Council directs the Department of Legal Affairs to
prepare the necessary documents for said sale; AND BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign
said documents; and that after closing on said property the City
Engineer is directed to seek proposals for the removal of asbestos
from said property and the Director of Financial and
Administrative Services is directed to prepare a budget amendment
for $35,000 for asbestos removal from UDAG Funds Account #
248-200-850-560 as an inter-fund loan from the City with repayment
to UDAG through debt levy.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer to acquire the property at
2351-9th Street in the amount not to exceed $118,000.00 to be
appropriated from TIFA Area Funds; AND FURTHER that the Department
of Legal Affairs is hereby directed to prepare the necessary
documents and the Mayor, City Clerk and City Attorney, William R.
Look, are hereby authorized to sign said documents; and that the
City Engineer is directed to DEMOLISH same upon completion of the
Wyandotte Historical Commission inspection of the home as it
pertains to the preservation of historical and cultural items for
the City of Wyandotte.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Act, Act 147
of 1992, as amended, the City of Wyandotte is authorized to
provide for the creation of neighborhood enterprise zones; and
WHEREAS, the Act requires that the Council hold a public hearing
not later than 45 days after the Clerk notifies the Assessor and
each taxing unit that levies ad valorem property taxes in a
proposed zone; and
WHEREAS, the Clerk notified each taxing unit by April 25, 2007, of
the public hearing scheduled for June 4, 2007, and such hearing
was held; and
WHEREAS on July 6, 1987, the City of Wyandotte adopted Ordinance
No. 820 requiring the registration, inspection and Certificates of
Compliance for all rental dwellings. Said ordinance is also known
as Chapter 31.1 Rental Dwellings and Rental Units, of the City's
Code of Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, on March 21, 1988, the City of Wyandotte adopted
Ordinance No. 840 requiring the inspection and Certificates of
Approval for building code compliance of all one and two family
dwellings prior to sale or transfer in the City of Wyandotte. Said
ordinance is also known as Chapter 19 Housing Code, Section 19-5
of the City's Code of Ordinance.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Council acknowledges receipt of the Assessor's amended
report stating the amount of the true cash value of the property
located within each proposed neighborhood enterprise zone as
follows: Zone No. 4 - $2,046,200; Zone 5 - $845,600; Zone 6 -
$3,499,000; and Zone 7 - $2,749,800.
2. The Council acknowledges receipt of an amended table prepared
by the Community Development Director indicating the total acreage
of each existing and proposed NEZ area as follows: the acreage of
property within the three (3) existing NEZ's is approximately
151.577 acres (4.28% of the City's area); the acreage of property
within the four (4) proposed NEZ's is approximately 17.7342 acres
(0.50% of the City's area); and the combined acreage of property
within the existing and proposed NEZ's is 169.3112 acres (4.78% of
the City's area). A maximum of 15% of the City's area may be
included within an NEZ.
3. The Council hereby finds that proposed Zone No. 4 is generally
consistent with the Master Plan for Future Land Use Railroad
Corridor Area, adopted by the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission on October 20, 1994, and by the City Council on October
31, 1994, and as amended by the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission on October 16, 2003, and the City Council on October
27, 2003; and that said Zone No. 4 is consistent with the City's
neighborhood preservation and economic development goals for the
Railroad Corridor Area.
4. The Council hereby finds that proposed Zone Nos. 5 and 6 are
both consistent with the Master Plan for Future Land Use
Garfield Neighborhood, adopted by the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission on October 20, 1994, and by the City Council on October
31, 1994, and as amended by the Planning and Rehabilitation
Commission on October 16, 2003, and the City Council on October
27, 2003; and that said Zone Nos. 5 and 6 are consistent with the
City's neighborhood preservation and economic development goals
for the Garfield Neighborhood Area.
5. The Council hereby finds that proposed Zone No. 7 is consistent
with the Master Plan for Future Land Use Southeast Neighborhood,
adopted by the Planning and Rehabilitation Commission on October
20, 1994, and by the City Council on October 31, 1994, and as
amended by the Planning and Rehabilitation Commission on October
16, 2003, and the City Council on October 27, 2003; and that said
Zone No. 7 is consistent with the City's neighborhood preservation
and economic development goals for the McKinley School Area.
6. The Council hereby states that the City's goals, objectives,
and policies relative to the maintenance, preservation,
improvement, and development of housing for all persons regardless
of income level living within the proposed neighborhood enterprise
zones and all residential areas are as set forth in the Master
Plan for Future Land Use, as adopted by the Planning and
Rehabilitation Commission on October 20, 1994, and by the City
Council on October 31, 1994, and as amended by the Planning and
Rehabilitation Commission on October 16, 2003, and the City
Council on October 27, 2003, which states, in part: "Preserve and
continuously improve the residential area and provide for a cross
section of high quality housing suitable for all segments of
population while maintaining emphasis on the single-family home";
"Improve the quality of housing"; and "The continuing
stabilization and improvement of neighborhoods."
7. The Council hereby designates Neighborhood Enterprise Zone No.
4 for both new and rehabilitated facilities as that area described
and depicted in Exhibit "1" hereto which area consists of
approximately 9.4622 acres.
8. The Council hereby designates Neighborhood Enterprise Zone No.
5 for both new and rehabilitated facilities as that area described
and depicted in Exhibit "2" hereto which area consists of
approximately 1.7456 acres.
9. The Council hereby designates Neighborhood Enterprise Zone No.
6 for both new and rehabilitated facilities as that area described
and depicted in Exhibit "3" hereto which area consists of
approximately 4.2098 acres.
10. The Council hereby designates Neighborhood Enterprise Zone No.
7 for both new and rehabilitated facilities as that area described
and depicted in Exhibit "4" hereto which area consists of
approximately 2.3166 acres.
11. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the
necessary documents and to notify the State Tax Commission of
passage of this resolution.
I move the adoption of the foregoing preamble and resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilpersons Fricke, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
ABSTENTION: Councilperson Kolakowski
ABSENT: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer and City Assessor dated June
19, 2007, regarding the Former 712-716 Cherry, Parcel 16; AND BE
IT FURTHUR RESOLVED that Council accepts the offer from Teodora
Paun, dated June 19, 2007, in the amount of $20,000.00 to
construct a single family 2 story Victorian home consisting of
1,800 square feet, 1st floor exterior to be brick attached garage
and full basement with backflow prevention system and emergency
escape and rescue opening per the 2003 Michigan Residential Code;
AND BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby
authorized to execute the necessary documents subject to the
approval of the Department of Legal Affairs; and that Council
approves the application as submitted by the City Engineer for the
Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) at 714 Cherry; AND BE IT
FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is directed to execute said
NEZ Application.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer to acquire the property at 807
Plum in the amount of $38,000.00 to be appropriated from TIFA
Funds; AND BE IT RESOLVED that the Department of Legal Affairs is
hereby directed to prepare the necessary documents and the Mayor,
City Clerk and City Attorney, William R. Look, are hereby
authorized to sign said documents; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
the City Engineer is directed to DEMOLISH same upon completion of
the Wyandotte Historical Commission inspection of the home as it
pertains to the preservation of historical and cultural items for
the City of Wyandotte.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council CONCURS with the
recommendation of the City Engineer to acquire the property at 557
Walnut in the amount of $58,000.00 to be appropriated from TIFA
Funds; AND BE IT RESOLVED that the Department of Legal Affairs is
hereby directed to prepare the necessary documents and the Mayor,
City Clerk and City Attorney, William R. Look, are hereby
authorized to sign said documents; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
the City Engineer is directed to DEMOLISH same upon completion of
the Wyandotte Historical Commission inspection of the home as it
pertains to the preservation of historical and cultural items for
the City of Wyandotte.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the Council meetings of July
2nd, 2007 and July 9th, 2007 are hereby CANCELLED due to the
Fourth of July Holiday and Wyandotte Street Art Fair.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that Council directs the Director of
Financial and Administrative Services to report to City Council
the current status of the budget allocation for alley
repairs/grading with any recommendations for additional funding.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the March 2007 resolution relating
to alley grading be referred to the City Engineer for completion
of the resolution and repairs with a review and report back to
Council in three (3) weeks.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
ROLL ATTACHED
Wyandotte, Michigan June 25, 2007
RESOLUTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
RESOLVED by the City Council that the total bills and accounts in
the amount of $257,854.82 as presented by the Mayor and City Clerk
are hereby APPROVED for payment.
I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
YEAS: Councilmembers Fricke, Kolakowski, Peterson, Ptak, Sutka
NAYS: None
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Councilperson Sheri M. Fricke
Supported by Councilperson Patrick J. Sutka
That we adjourn.
Carried unanimously.
Adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
June 25, 2007
____________________________________
William R. Griggs, City Clerk
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