Council
Proceedings
(Unofficial)
A Regular Meeting of the St. Ignace City Council was held on Monday, July 24, 2017, in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Litzner, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
At this time, Councilmember Clapperton gave the invocation.
Present: Councilmembers Clapperton, Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, Councilmembers
Paquin, St. Louis, Tremble and Mayor Litzner.
Absent: Councilmember Fullerton.
It was moved by Councilmember Tremble, seconded by Councilmember Clapperton, to excuse Councilmember Fullerton from the Council meeting as he was out of town. Motion carried unanimously.
Staff Present: Les Therrian, City Manager; Andrea Insley, Assistant City Clerk; Mark Wilk, Police Chief; Deb Evashevski, DDA Director; Renee Vonderwerth, City Clerk/Treasurer.
Consideration of minutes:
It was moved by Councilmember Paquin, seconded by Councilmember Tremble, to approve the minutes of July 10, 2017, as written. Motion carried unanimously.
Limited Public Comment:
Public comment was received by Betsy Dayrell-Hart regarding a bicycle accident on the main street.
Public comment was received by Andrew Shaffer concerning blight along North State Street.
Additions to the Agenda:
Chief Wilk – new patrol officer
- Tractor Bob update
Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin – Maverick Construction
Assistant City Clerk Insley – Assistant Clerk interviews
Councilmember Clapperton - zoning
Mayor Litzner – Goudreau Street property
1. RESOLUTION ARTS & CRAFTS DOCKSIDE 2017:
This resolution has been tabled.
2. RESOLUTION MIGHTY MAC BRIDGE RACE 2017:
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was offered for adoption by Councilmember Paquin, supported by Councilmember Clapperton:
WHEREAS, the St. Ignace Events Committee request permission to conduct the Mighty Mac Bridge Race; and
WHEREAS, this event will require the use of Graham Ave, South State Street and the American Legion Park; 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; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Ignace City Council has determined that the St. Ignace Events Committee does meet the criteria established in the various sections of the Ordinance No. 413; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does approve the usage of the above mentioned public properties located within the City limits for this event on:
Saturday, September 23, 2017 6a.m. - 9p.m.
Roll Call Vote:
Yes: Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, Councilmembers Paquin, St. Louis, Tremble, Mayor Litzner, Councilmember Clapperton.
No: None.
Absent: Councilmember Fullerton.
Resolution declared Adopted.
3. RESOLUTION TREK THE MIGHTY MACK 2017:
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was offered for adoption by, Councilmember Paquin, supported by
Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin:
WHEREAS, the St. Ignace Events Committee request permission to conduct the Trek the Mighty Mack, and
WHEREAS, this event requires the usage of I-75NB and I-75BL and the St. Ignace Little Bear East Arena parking lot, 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.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the St. Ignace City Council has determined that the St. Ignace Events Committee does meet the criteria established in the various sections of the Ordinance No. 413, and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does approve the usage of I-75NB, I-75BL and the St. Ignace Little Bear East Arena parking lot for this event on September 30, 2017.
Roll Call Vote:
Yes: Councilmembers Paquin, St. Louis, Tremble, Mayor Litzner, Councilmember Clapperton, Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin.
No: None.
Absent: Councilmember Fullerton.
Resolution declared adopted.
4. RESOLUTION TO ADOPT RETIREMENT PLAN:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT RETIREMENT PLAN
APPROVING THE STANDARD AS RECORDKEEPER FOR THE CITY’S 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
The following Resolution was offered by Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, supported by Councilmember Paquin:
WHEREAS, City of St. Ignace. (“Employer”) believes it is in its best interest to assist its employees in saving for their retirement; and
WHERAS, the Employer strives to provide the best products and services available in the retirement plan marketplace; and
WHEREAS, the current recordkeeper is not keeping pace with the changing marketplace.
NOW BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the St. Ignace Common Council that it authorizes the change in recordkeeping services from its current retirement plan with Security Benefit and establishes a new retirement plan with The Standard (“Plan”) as soon as administratively possible.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the St. Ignace Common Council that the City Manager and City Clerk are hereby directed to sign all necessary paperwork as required to implement and execute the required plan documents.
Roll Call Vote:
Yes: Councilmembers St. Louis, Tremble, Mayor Litzner, Councilmember Clapperton, Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, Councilmember Paquin.
No: None.
Absent: Councilmember Fullerton.
Resolution declared Adopted.
5. RESOLUTION LIQUOR LICENSE 2017:
MICHIGAN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION
LOCAL GOVERNMENT APPROVAL
At a Regular meeting of the City Council called to order by Mayor Litzner on 7/24/17 at 7:00 p.m. the following Resolution was offered:
Moved by Councilmember Paquin and supported by Councilmember St. Louis that the application from Harrison’s Diner, LTD. (Jermaine Harrison, President), for the following license(s): Tavern License to be located at 2 North State Street, St. Ignace, MI 49781 and the following permit, if applied for:
Banquet Facility Permit Address of Banquet Facility
It is the consensus of this body that it recommends this application be considered for approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Tremble, Mayor Litzner, Councilmember Clapperton, Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, Councilmembers Paquin, St. Louis.
Yeas: 6
Nays: 0
Absent: 1
Resolution was declared Adopted.
6. FERRY LANE PROPERTY UPDATE:
City Manager Therrian updated Council on the status of the property located at 199 Ferry Lane.
7. POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Mayor Litzner informed Council the Policy Committee met to create a rental policy for City Hall. It was the recommendation of the Policy Committee to rent City Hall offices to only those organizations who are non-profit, government or provide City services. The charge for rent was proposed to be a standard $1.50 per square foot for every rental.
It was moved by Councilmember Paquin, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin to allow City Attorney Tom Evashevski to create a rental policy for City Hall offices following the recommendation of the Policy Committee effective January 1, 2018. Motion carried unanimously.
8. CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION:
Mayor Litzner requested Council’s consideration to hire Mike Stelmaszek for the position of City Manager. Council agreed to offer the position to Mr Stelmaszek contingent upon a contract agreement and completed background check.
It was moved by Mayor Litzner, seconded by Councilmember Paquin to hire Mike Stelmaszek upon completion of contract agreement and a background check.
Roll Call Vote:
Yes: Mayor Litzner, Councilmember Clapperton, Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin, Councilmembers Paquin, St. Louis, Tremble.
No: None.
Absent: Councilmember Fullerton.
Motion carried unanimously.
Additions to the Agenda:
Police Chief Wilk – Introduction:
Chief Wilk introduced Council to newly hired Patrol Officer Jonathan Ruegg.
Police Chief Wilk – Update on Tractor Show
Chief Wilk informed Council all previous concerns with the upcoming Tractor Show and the St Ignace Visitors Bureau have been satisfied.
Mayor Litzner clarified that those who intend to host an event should also be the ones to put forth the request before Council and have the proper liability in place for that event.
Mayor Pro-Tem Paquin – Maverick Construction Update
Mayor Pro Tem Paquin requested an update regarding the status of Maverick Construction’s dispute with the City of St Ignace with regards to two wastewater and water projects. City Manager Therrian informed Council there has been no resolution at this time and that he will have an update at the next scheduled Council meeting.
Assistant City Clerk Insley – Position interviews
Assistant City Clerk Insley informed Council that interviews to fill the Assistant City Clerk position have been scheduled for the upcoming week.
Councilmember Clapperton – Zoning
Councilmember Clapperton requested action be taken to establish a Zoning Administrator for the City. It was the consensus of Council, after some discussion, to schedule a Policy Committee meeting to create an appropriate job description for this position.
Mayor Litzner – Goudreau Street property and wall
City Manager Therrian informed Council that he has researched the potential cost of the project to secure a wall between Goudreau Street and the property on the corner of Goudreau and Marquette Street. After further discussion, Council requested City Manager Therrian verify property ownership and investigate options to resolve this issue.
Public Comment:
There were no comments at this time.
Consideration of Bills:
After consideration of the bills, it was moved by Councilmember Paquin, seconded by Councilmember Clapperton, to approve the bills. Motion carried unanimously.
The following bills were presented to Council for payment:
A & I MIDWEST PRINTING CO / 90.00ACE HARDWARE / 582.25
AIRGAS USA LLC / 174.51
ANDERSON TACKMAN & COMPANY / 9,372.28
ARCTIC GLACIER USA INC / 324.12
BELONGA'S PLUMBING AND HEATING / 2,080.00
BLARNEY CASTLE FLEET PROGRAM / 3,275.49
BLARNEY CASTLE OIL CO / 17,865.27
CHEBOYGAN LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS INC / 20,970.61
CUMMINS BRIDGEWAY LLC / 634.81
DIGITAL-ALLY / 395.00
ENTERPRISE VENDING / 99.90
ETNA SUPPLY COMPANY / 2,773.19
FLAIL-MASTER / 90.08
GOVCONNECTION INC / 4,039.12
HACH COMPANY / 1,557.79
HYDRITE CHEMICAL CO / 2,141.81
IDEXX DISTRIBUTION CORP / 1,065.86
KIMBALL-MIDWEST / 206.00
KSS ENTERPRISES / 3,986.14
LIGHTHOUSE .NET / 1,180.00
LYNN AUTO PARTS / 2,136.85
MACKINAC SALES / 1,406.00
MICHAEL RICHARD LAMB / 600.00
MICHIGAN STEAM / 59.88
NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY / 350.00
NSI LAB SOLUTIONS / 177.00
NYE UNIFORM COMPANY / 147.54
OFFICE DEPOT / 7.58
R & R FIRE TRUCK REPAIR / 659.21
RTI LABORATORIES INC. / 33.00
RUDYARD ELECTRICAL / 303.90
SENSUS USA INC / 1,715.95
SILVERSMITH INC / 1,215.00
SPARTAN STORES / 175.17
ST IGNACE AUTOMOTIVE / 421.60
ST IGNACE TRUE VALUE / 1,733.62
STRAITS BUILDING CENTER / 633.81
UNITEX DIRECT / 153.99
WESLEY H MAUER JR / 1,201.07
Grand Total: $ 86,035.40
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
______Connie Litzner, Mayor Andrea Insley, Assistant City Clerk
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