City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingGrand Rapids, MI · June 21, 2022
Minutes
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
City Commission
OF THE
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
Regular Session, June 21, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Commission was called to order by Mayor Rosalynn Bliss at 7:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Result: Adopted.
Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Ysasi.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
Motion to excuse Commissioner Lenear.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On the motion of Com. Jon O’Connor, supported by Com. Milinda Ysasi, the
reading of the minutes of the Regular Session of May 24, 2022 was waived and
said minutes were accepted as presented. Carried.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
91762 Result: Received and Filed.
Communications received regarding accountability to the Grand Rapids
community and Patrick Lyoya.
91763 Result: Received and Filed.
Communications received regarding justice for Patrick Lyoya.
91764 Result: Referred to Committee on Appoi.
Communication from Kimberly Van Driel regarding their resignation from the
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
91765 Result: Received and Filed.
Communication received from Kelsey Perdue, Grand Rapids Community
Relations Commission Chair, regarding banning conversion therapy in the City
of Grand Rapids.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
91766 Result: Received and Filed.
Comptroller’s report for the period of June 21, 2022 in the amount of
$35,806,157.09.
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91767 Result: Received and Filed.
Treasurer’s report for the period of May 25, 2022 through June 10, 2022.
91768 Result: Received and Filed.
The City Clerk submitted copies of the Police and Fire Retirement System
Actuarial Valuation for the year ending December 31, 2021.
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
91769 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
Adoption of the following items under the consent agenda.
B. COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
91770 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED, that the City Commission’s appointment of Willie
Gholston to the Public Safety Committee for the remainder of a one-year term
ending December 31, 2022, be approved.
C. FISCAL COMMITTEE
91771 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the City Commission authorizes an Agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc.
(d/b/a DebtBook) for purchase of Debt and Lease Management software
for an amount not to exceed $15,000; and
2. That the Mayor is authorized to execute said Agreement upon approval as
to form by the City Attorney; and
3. That the Comptroller is authorized and directed to pay invoices pursuant to
the terms of said Agreement.
91772 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, GVSU Conference and Event Planning is a sole source
provider for the location and services of the Grand Rapids Neighborhood
Summit; therefore
RESOLVED, that the City Commission approve a contract and
payment of the invoice to GVSU Conference and Event Planning for the
purpose of hosting and services for the 2022 Grand Rapids Neighborhood
Summit in amount not to exceed $14,847.27.
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91773 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That an Agreement is approved between the City and South East Market
LLC to provide educational programming at Garfield Park and Roosevelt
Park and manage the garden at Martin Luther King Park in an amount “not-
to-exceed” Eighteen Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($18,600); and
2. That the Mayor is authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the
City in a form to be approved by the City Attorney.
91774 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED, that the Risk Manager is authorized to execute
agreements with the following insurance carriers in a form to be approved by
the City Attorney, and the City Comptroller is authorized and directed to pay the
following insurance premiums for the period of July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023,
in an amount not to exceed $2,525,678.00:
Payable to:
Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services for the following policies:
Founders Insurance Company (liquor liability) $ 1,175.00
Hanover Insurance Group (government crime) $ 10,852.00
Chubb (property) $ 1,272,920.00
Midwest Employers Casualty Co. (excess workers’ comp. ins.) $ 161,637.00
Western World Insurance Company (special events) $ 1,175.00
Payable to:
Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority (excess liability) $ 1,008,839.00
Payable to:
CompOne Administrators (workers’ comp. third party administrator) $69,080.00
91775 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, the Greater Grand Rapids Chamber Foundation of 250
Monroe Ave NW, Suite 150, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, has applied to the
Bureau of State Lottery for a Bingo/Raffle License and, as part of the required
licensing procedure, has requested recognition as a local civic organization
from the City Commission pursuant to MCL 432.103(k)(ii); therefore
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RESOLVED that the City Commission hereby finds that, to the best of
its knowledge, the Greater Grand Rapids Chamber Foundation exists as a non-
profit local civic organization which conducts a major portion of its activities
within the City of Grand Rapids and, therefore, hereby officially recognizes the
Greater Grand Rapids Chamber Foundation as a local civic organization
pursuant to MCL 103(k)(ii).
91776 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. Affordable housing and housing supply are significant issues in the City of
Grand Rapids, Kent County and our region; and
2. The City has devoted considerable energy on the development of
strategies and interventions aimed to improve outcomes in this area and
has included the focus on the need for progress in the City’s Strategic
Plan; and
3. The FY2023 Fiscal Plan includes an appropriation for housing practice
leader services; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That a contract with the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce Foundation
in the amount of $75,000 for Housing Practice Services via Housing Next is
approved in a form approved as to content by the Deputy City Manager
and as to form by the City Attorney; and
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute the contract once
approved as to form and content.
91777 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the Grand Rapids Police Department is authorized to facilitate a gun
buyback program where individuals can exchange working firearms for
financial consideration; and
2. The total amount for the gun buyback program and promotional expenses
shall not exceed $40,000; and
3. The funding shall come from funds appropriated for the SAFE Task Force
in account 1010-261-1020-8010.
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91778 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. In 2002 the City entered into a 20-year lease expiring November 1, 2022 to
lease the first floor of the Phinney Building located at 87-89 Monroe
Center, NW; and
2. The current lease terms dictate a Notice of Intent to renew for the next
lease term must be submitted 6 months prior to the expiration of the
current lease; therefore
RESOLVED that upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the
Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute a Notice of Intent to
Renew the lease for property located at 89 Monroe Center between the City
and 89 Monroe Center, LLC.
91779 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. In 2012, the City of Grand Rapids entered into a Memorandum of
Understanding with the Downtown Development Authority and the Monroe
North Tax Increment Finance Authority to provide DASH bus shuttle
service in the North Monroe area in exchange for covering a portion of the
bus infrastructure costs; and
2. All parties agreed to a two-year pilot program that contracted the
Interurban Transit Partnership to provide operation, maintenance, and
shelter for DASH North buses owned by the City of Grand Rapids; and
3. All parties agreed to a two-year extension of the program in 2015, an
additional 18-month extension in 2017, a revised 1-year MOU in July of
2018, and 3 subsequent 1-year MOUs with increased funding amounts in
June 2019, June 2020, and June 2021; and
4. All parties wish to continue the DASH North agreement for an additional
year for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023; therefore
RESOLVED:
That upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk
are hereby authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding for the
period July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 stipulating the City provide DASH
services to the North Monroe area, and for the Downtown Development
Authority and the Monroe North Tax Increment Finance Authority to provide
funding in the amount of $350,004 to support such services.
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91780 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the City accepts a grant award in the amount of $95,000 from Heart of
West Michigan United Way for the Grow1000 Academy; and
2. That the period of performance shall be through June 30, 2023; and
3. That an agreement the City of Grand Rapids and Heart of West Michigan
United Way be approved, and the Mayor is authorized to execute said
agreement and related documents upon approval as to form by the City
Attorney.
91781 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the City accepts a grant award in the amount of $9,300 from the
Grand Rapids Community Foundation for the T2C Studio: Grand Rapids
Center for College Success Summer Melt Tour; and
2. That the period of performance shall be through June 30, 2023; and
3. That an agreement between the City of Grand Rapids and the Grand
Rapids Community Foundation be approved, and the Mayor is authorized
to execute said agreement and related documents upon approval as to
form by the City Attorney.
91782 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. Funds remain in the completed Concrete Pole Replacement Phase II
account that can be utilized for other street lighting projects.
2. It is necessary to fund the 4014 Bond Issuance Cost and the Pearl Street
Decorative Bridge Lighting Replacement Project capital projects by
transferring previously approved budget amounts of $190,000 from the
completed Concrete Pole Replacement Phase II Project and $231,599
from the Citywide LED Replacement Project; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $421,599 for the
4014 Bond Issuance Cost and Pearl Street Decorative Bridge Lighting
Replacement Project is approved, and the Budget Office is authorized to
execute the necessary adjustments on behalf of the City.
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91783 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The Office of the Kent County Drain Commissioner has advised the City of
Grand Rapids that, pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Michigan Drain Code,
maintenance was needed at the Knapp’s Corner drain; and
2. The invoices from the Office of the Kent County Drain Commissioner for
fiscal year 2022 were over the initial estimate of $225,000 for the above
maintenance; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That additional expenditures for the City's share of costs for the Project be
authorized in an amount not to exceed $118,000. Payments of invoices
associated with this project shall be charged to Code No. 1010-533-3000-
8010.
91784 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On May 24, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91729), the City Commission approved
an agreement with the Michigan Department of Transportation and
authorized expenditures in connection with the project for the
Reconstruction of César E. Chávez Avenue (formerly Grandville Avenue)
from Beacon Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Street (formerly Franklin
Street).
2. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for the Reconstruction of
César E. Chávez Avenue from Beacon Street to Martin Luther King Jr.
Street by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $1,622,350
from the Water System and Sewer System Funds Infrastructure Investment
Project accounts; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $1,622,350 for the
Reconstruction of César E. Chávez Avenue from Beacon Street to Martin
Luther King Jr. Street be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to
execute the transfer on behalf of the City.
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91785 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On August 10, 2021 (Proceeding No. 90996), the City Commission
awarded a contract to Quantum Construction Company (Quantum), and
authorized expenditures in connection with the project Improvements to
Alger Ravine from 750' to 1400' East of Breton Ave at 200' South of Alger
St.
2. On April 26, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91622), the City Commission approved
an increase in expenditures in connection with the project Improvements to
Alger Ravine from 750' to 1400' East of Breton Ave at 200' South of Alger
St.
3. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for Improvements to Alger
Ravine from 750' to 1400' East of Breton Ave at 200' South of Alger St by
transferring previously approved budget amounts of $38,128 from a Capital
Improvement Fund Project account; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $38,128 for
Improvements to Alger Ravine from 750' to 1400' East of Breton Ave at 200'
South of Alger St be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to
execute the transfer on behalf of the City.
91786 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Committee has considered the attached bids;
therefore
RESOLVED that contracts be prepared between the City and the
following vendors, and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the contracts on
behalf of the City, as follows, in a form to be approved by the City Attorney:
1. Neutron Holdings, Inc.
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for Mobile GR
with Neutron Holdings, Inc. (dba Lime) as a single provider for continued
shared micromobility service offerings for the City, including resident and
visitor rentals of electric assist bicycles and stand-on electric scooters, for
the annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $100,00.00; the estimated three-year
total amount is $300,000.00.
2. McAlvey Merchant & Associates
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for lobbying
and legislative representation at the State level for the Executive Office –
Government & Legislative Affairs from McAlvey Merchant and Associates
for the annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $60,000.00; the estimated three-
year total amount is $180,000.00.
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3. Light & Breuning, Inc.
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for “as-needed”
parking access and revenue control (PARC) repair and support services for
Mobile GR from Light & Breuning, Inc. for the annual “not-to-exceed”
amount of $40,000.00; the estimated three-year total amount is
$120,000.00.
4. Fluid Process Equipment
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for the
purchase and delivery of various “as-needed” Original Equipment
Manufacturer (O.E.M.) Moyno pump parts for the Environmental Services
Department from Fluid Process Equipment for the annual “not-to-exceed”
amount of $50,000.00; the estimated three-year total amount is
$150,000.00.
5. SeyferthPR
Marketing and communications services for the Executive Office –
Communications (in collaboration with the Participatory Budget Grand
Rapids Steering Committee) from SeyferthPR for the “not-to-exceed”
amount of $30,000.00.
6. Buildingeye, Inc.
36-month agreement for ongoing software hosting and subscription
services, maintenance and support for the Development Center with
Buildingeye, Inc. for a 36-month total “not-to-exceed” amount of
$99,000.00.
7. ADS Environmental Services
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for a data-as-a-
service (DaaS) agreement for flow monitoring in sanitary sewers, storm
sewers, and rain gauges for the Environmental Services Department from
ADS Environmental Services for an annual “not-to-exceed” amount of
$580,000.00; the estimated three-year total amount is $1,740,000.00.
8. Insource Solutions Group, Inc.
One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for Original
Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) maintenance and support services to
provide online tax tools, webhosting services for the Income Tax
Department from InSource Solutions Group, Inc. (ISGI) for an annual “not-
to-exceed” amount of $50,000.00; the estimated three-year total is
$150,000.00.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to
proceed with awards to the following vendors:
9. Opex
Purchase and delivery of an Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.)
Opex FalconV+ Scanner unit with accessories, software, and annual
maintenance for the Income Tax Department from Opex for an amount of
$115,675.00.
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10. Overhead Door Co. of GR
One-time service installation, as per the terms and conditions of the
existing as-needed services Agreement, for four (4) metal security
overhead rolling doors from Overhead Door Company of GR for the
amount of $90,774.00. An additional 10% contingency amount of
$9,000.00 is also requested for any additional unforeseen circumstances or
services that may arise during installation; if needed, the contingent
amount would be applied as applicable, which would result in a total “not-
to-exceed” amount of $99,774.00.
11. Berger Chevorlet, Inc.
Cooperative purchase through the State of Michigan MiDEAL Contract
#071-B7700177 for the purchase of a 2022 Chevy Tahoe for the Fleet
Management Department from Berger Chevrolet Inc. for the amount of
$39,482.00.
12. Wireless CCTV, LLC.
Cooperative purchase through the utilization of GSA Multiple Award
Schedule (MSA) #GS-07F-031DA is recommended for the purchase of
three solar-powered camera trailers from Wireless CCTV, LLC for the total
amount of $101,115.21.
13. Unmanned Vehicle Technologies
Purchase and delivery of drones, accessories, licenses, training, and
technical support services for the Fire Department from Unmanned Vehicle
Technologies for the total amount of $22,956.00.
14. Bazen Electric Company
Purchase and installation services, as per the existing maintenance
Agreement, of new decorative arch lighting for the Pearl Street Bridge for
the amount of $348,861.00. An additional 10% contingency amount of
$35,000.00 is also requested for any additional unforeseen circumstances
or services that may arise during installation; if needed, the contingent
amount would be applied as applicable, which would result in a total “not-
to-exceed” amount of $383,861.00.
15. CDW Corporation
Purchase of sixteen (16) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio units for the
Mobile GR Department from CDW Corporation for the total amount of
$24,971.68.
16. Siemens Mobility, Inc.
Annual O.E.M. licensing and support services for the Tactics solution for
Mobile GR from Siemens Mobility Inc. for a one-year term with two, one-
year renewal options as follows:
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Year 1 2022-23 $28,600.00
Year 2 2023-24 $30,250.00
Year 3 2024-25 $32,000.00
The three-year total amount is $90,850.00.
17. Johnson Controls US Holdings, Inc.
Purchase and installation of a new Original Equipment Manufacturer
(O.E.M.) Simplex fire alarm panel and related components for Facilities
Management from Johnson Controls US Holdings LLC (dba JCI Fire
Protection) for the total amount of $115,844.00. The total amount
requested is inclusive of the total quoted amount of $99,864.13, plus a
15% contingency amount for any additional unforeseen circumstances or
services that may arise during installation.
18. AIS Construction Equipment
Authorization for payment of invoices received from AIS Construction
Equipment for Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) winter repairs
completed to City Centennial emulsion truck #S6309 for the Public Works
Department for the total amount of $10,318.18.
19. MacAllister Machinery, Inc.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) parts and repair services of
hydraulic valves and cylinders for a Caterpillar backhoe for the Fleet
Management Department from MacAllister Machinery Inc. (dba MiCAT) for
the amount of $19,618.32.
20. Systems Specialties
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) Rotork Quadrant
Worm Gearbox actuators for the Lake Filtration Plant from Systems
Specialties for the total amount of $10,540.00.
21. AIS Construction Equipment
Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) repairs for a broken transfer
case on a JD loader #644J for the Fleet Management Department from AIS
Construction Equipment for the total amount of $18,623.71.
22. Granicus, Inc.
Contract transfer from OpenCities Inc. to Granicus Inc. for continued SaaS
services at the terms & conditions of the original contract.
D. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
91787 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED that the request to grant Arthur Rozzi Pyrotechnics, Inc. a
Fireworks Discharge Permit to be used in conjunction with the GR Family
Fireworks at the Gillette Bridge on Saturday, July 2, 2022 is approved, pending
an inspection by the Fire Department.
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91788 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City Commission, after due and legal notice to all interested parties,
has duly met as a Board of Review for the purpose of reviewing Uptown
Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number 8766
prepared by the City Assessor; and
2. Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number
8766 has been open to review before the City Assessor for the length of
time required by Chapter 10 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Grand
Rapids, the Charter of the City of Grand Rapids, and the laws of the State;
and
3. The City Commission, acting as such Board of Review, has given
opportunity to all persons interested in and affected by said Uptown
Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number 8766 to
appear before said Board of Review, has carefully considered all
objections and appeals made thereto; and
4. The City Commission is of the opinion that Uptown Business Improvement
District Special Assessment Roll Number 8766, is in all respects fair, just
and equitable; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. The City Commission, sitting as a Board of Review, is satisfied with
Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number
8766, is of the opinion that said Uptown Business Improvement District
Special Assessment Roll Number 8766 results in the assessments being
levied in accordance with the benefits to be derived by such public
improvements, and has caused and does hereby cause such determination
to be entered upon its minutes; and
2. Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number
8766, as prepared by the City Assessor and as reviewed by the City
Commission, acting as a Board of Review, is hereby ratified and confirmed;
and
3. Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll Number
8766, with a certified copy of this resolution attached to it, shall be
delivered by the City Clerk to the City Treasurer, with the warrant signed by
the Mayor, commanding the City Treasurer to collect all special
assessments and fees, interest and penalties thereon in a manner required
by Chapter 10 of the City Ordinance Code; and
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4. Said Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll
Number 8766 shall be billed on July 1, 2022 with the 2022 summer real
property tax bills. The bills shall be due on August 1, 2022. In the event
that any assessment shall not be paid by the due date, the assessment
shall remain a lien upon said property and penalties shall thereafter be
charged and added to said past due assessment as prescribed by state
law. The entire assessment may be paid on or before August 1, 2022
without penalty.
91789 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS
1. Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. (“DGRI”) will enter into Restated Services
Agreements with (a) the City of Grand Rapids Downtown Development
Authority (the “DDA”) to perform certain services on behalf of the DDA, (b)
the Tax Increment Finance Authority of the City of Grand Rapids, a/k/a
Monroe North Tax Increment Finance Authority (“MNTIFA”) to perform
certain services on behalf of the MNTIFA and (c) the City of Grand Rapids
(the “City”) on behalf of the Downtown Improvement District (the “DID”) to
provide certain services on behalf of the DID and the DID Board; and
2. To assist and support DGRI in the performance of services pursuant to the
Service Agreements, the City and DGRI have agreed to certain
cooperative organizational and operational principals and the provisions of
certain services by the City (the “City Services”) for a three-year term
ending June 30, 2025.
RESOLVED
1. That the Inter-Organizational Cooperation and Services Agreement (the
“Agreement”) between the City and DGRI is approved and the Mayor and
City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute the approved Agreement
for and on behalf of the City upon approval as to form by the City Attorney.
2. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be, and
the same are, rescinded.
91790 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED, that renewal of the Restated Services Agreement (the
“DID Restated Services Agreement”) with Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. for a
term of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025 related to the Downtown
Improvement District (the “DID”) is approved and the Mayor and City Clerk are
authorized and directed to execute such DID Services Agreement for and on
behalf of the City in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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91791 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On March 7, 2017, the City Commission approved a Conditional Rezoning
Agreement to rezone 2550 Eastern Avenue SE from MCN-LDR (Mid-20th
Century Neighborhoods–Low-Density Residential) to SD-NOS (Special
Districts–Neighborhood Office Service) with a Conditional Rezoning
Agreement to facilitate construction of a one-story, +/-15,800 square foot
medical office building and associated parking lot; and
2. The property was not subsequently redeveloped in accordance with the
agreement; and
3. Pursuant to Section 5.12.11.M., the agreement is now considered void,
and staff has initiated a rezoning to MCN-LDR (Mid-20th Century
Neighborhoods–Low-Density Residential), the property’s original Zone
District; and
4. The Planning Commission considered the rezoning at a public hearing on
May 12, 2022, and unanimously recommended approval of the map
amendment; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That in accordance with Title V, Section 10(b) [Compiler’s Paragraph 60(b)]
of the Charter of the City of Grand Rapids, that the attached Summary of
the Ordinance be published in the official City Commission Proceedings
and in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, in lieu of publishing
the full text of the Ordinance;, and
2. That the attached ordinance amending Map 50 of Chapter 61 of Title V of
the Code of the City of Grand Rapids shall be considered for adoption by
the City Commission at its meeting of July 12, 2022.
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 2022 – __
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND MAP 50 OF CHAPTER 61 OF TITLE V
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
ENTITLED “ZONING ORDINANCE”
The City of Grand Rapids is considering an amendment to Zoning Ordinance
Map 50 of Chapter 61 of Title V of the City Code of Grand Rapids. The
amendment would rezone 2550 Eastern Avenue SE from SD-NOS (Special
Districts–Neighborhood Office Service) with a Conditional Rezoning Agreement
to the MCN-LDR (Mid-20th Century Neighborhoods–Low-Density Residential)
Zone District. The property has not been redeveloped in accordance with the
conditional rezoning agreement and the agreement has expired. The rezoning
is requested pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 5.12.11.M.
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The proposed Zoning Ordinance map amendment is available at the City’s
website at https://tinyurl.com/2550Eastern or at the Planning Department, 3rd
Floor, 1120 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, during
business hours until 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The Planning Department may be
contacted at (616)456-4100 or planning@grcity.us.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND MAP 50 OF CHAPTER 61 OF TITLE V
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS,
THE “ZONING ORDINANCE”
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - ___
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
Section 1. That Map 50 of Chapter 61 of Title V of the City Code of
Grand Rapids be amended to rezone 2550 Eastern Avenue SE from SD-NOS
(Special Districts–Neighborhood Office Service) with a Conditional Rezoning
Agreement to MCN-LDR (Mid-20th Century Neighborhoods–Low-Density
Residential).
The property is described as follows:
2550 Eastern Avenue SE (41-18-08-301-027)
PART OF NW 1/4 SW 1/4 & PART OF VAC PORTION OF NEVADA ST /50 FT
WIDE/ & PART MAYHEW-WOOD PLAT COM 1489.55 FT N 1D 48M 08S E
ALONG W SEC LINE & 33.0 FT N 88D 11M 52S E FROM SW COR OF SEC
TH N 1D 48M 08S W ALONG E LINE OF EASTERN AVE /66 FT WIDE/
181.71 FT TH S 88D 20M 08S E 208.92 FT TO W LINE OF NEVADA ST /50
FT WIDE/ TH SELY 61.41 FT ALONG A 40 FT RAD CURVE TO LT /LONG
CHORD BEARS S 44D 25M 27S E 55.55 FT/ TO S LINE OF NEVADA ST TH
S 88D 20M 08S E 134.69 FT TO E LINE OF LOT 57 MAYHEW-WOOD PLAT
TH S 1D 27M 58S W ALONG E LINES OF LOTS 57 & 56 237.09 FT TO N
LINE OF MAYHEW WOOD DR /50 FT WIDE/ TH NWLY 180.51 FT ALONG A
1778 FT RAD CURVE TO RT /LONG CHORD BEARS N 84D 05M 15S W
180.43 FT/ TH NWLY 66.90 FT ALONG A 400 FT RAD CURVE TO RT /LONG
CHORD BEARS N 76D 23M 16S W 66.82 FT/ TH NWLY 126.65 FT ALONG A
400 FT RAD CURVE TO LT /LONG CHORD BEARS N 80D 58M 29S W
126.12 FT/ TH N 1D 48M 08S W 50.98 FT TO BEG * SPLIT/COMBINED ON
04/07/2016 FROM 41-18-08-301-015, 41-18-08-301-021; SPLIT/COMBINED
ON 12/05/2019 FROM 41-18-08-301-025; SPLIT/COMBINED ON 12/11/2019
FROM 41-18-08-301-025.
91792 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City Commission established a Planned Redevelopment District for
the construction of the Celebration Village Planned Redevelopment District
on June 14, 1999 (Ordinance No. 99-36); and
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2. A Major Amendment to the Planned Redevelopment District is requested to
facilitate the construction of two new buildings, one of which will house an
urgent care facility; and
3. The Planning Commission considered the map amendment at a public
hearing held on May 26, 2022 and unanimously recommended approval of
the request; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That in accordance with Title V, Section 10(b) [Compiler’s Paragraph 60(b)]
of the Charter of the City of Grand Rapids, that the attached Summary of
the Ordinance be published in the official City Commission Proceedings
and in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, in lieu of publishing
the full text of the Ordinance; and
2. That the attached ordinance amending Map 8 of Chapter 61 of Title V of
the Code of the City of Grand Rapids shall be considered for adoption by
the City Commission at its meeting of July 12, 2022.
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 2022 – __
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND MAP 8 OF CHAPTER 61 OF TITLE V
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
ENTITLED “ZONING ORDINANCE”
The City of Grand Rapids is considering a major amendment to the Celebration
Planned Redevelopment District, Map 8 of Chapter 61 of Title V of the City
Code of Grand Rapids. The amendment would result in the redevelopment of
the former Chili’s restaurant site at 2135 East Beltline Avenue NE with two new
buildings, one of which would house an urgent care facility.
The proposed Zoning Ordinance map amendment is available at the City’s
website at https://tinyurl.com/2135EBL or at the Planning Department, 3rd
Floor, 1120 Monroe Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, during
business hours until 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The Planning Department may be
contacted at (616)456-4100 or planning@grcity.us.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND MAP 8 OF CHAPTER 61 OF TITLE V
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS,
THE “ZONING ORDINANCE”
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - ____
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
Section 1. That Map 8 of Chapter 61 of Title V of the City Code of
Grand Rapids be amended to approve a Major Amendment to the Celebration
Village SD-PRD (Special Districts–Planned Redevelopment District) to
redevelop 2135 East Beltline Avenue NE with two new buildings, one of which
would house an urgent care facility.
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The subject property can be described as follows:
Parcel Number: 41-14-10-477-08
Property Address: 2135 East Beltline Avenue NE
Description:
411410477008 UNIT 8 * MAIN STREET SITE CONDOMINIUMS KENT
COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO.603 LIBER 6415 PAGE
99 AS AMENDED BY LIBER 6742 PAGE 1134 & AS AMENDED BY
INSTRUMENT NO. 20031016-0211066 & AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT
NO. 20080609-0053973
Section 2. As provided in Section 5.12.14.F. of the Zoning Ordinance,
that the following provisions are an integral part of this Ordinance:
1. That the application and plans submitted by the applicant and signed,
dated and stamped by the Planning Director, shall constitute the approved
plans, except if plan elements do not meet ordinance requirements and/or
as amended below.
2. That the use shall operate according to the application and per testimony
as recorded in the Planning Commission minutes.
3. That this approval does not include any proposed signs, and any future
signs shall be subject to the requirements of Article 15 of the ordinance
and permits received prior to installation.
4. That a Land Use Development Services (LUDS) permit, building permit,
and all other required permits be obtained from the City of Grand Rapids
prior to construction, demolition, or operation.
5. That the proposed use will comply with all other applicable City ordinances
and policies and all State laws.
6. That this approval shall take effect upon City Commission Approval.
91793 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, pursuant to and consistent with City Commission Policy
900-44, the City wishes to acquire up to seven (7) 2022 tax foreclosed
properties; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the Grand Rapids City Commission has determined the acquisition by
the City of Grand Rapids of up to seven Kent County 2022 tax foreclosed
properties constitutes a public purpose in connection with its obligation to
provide for the health, safety and welfare of the community; and
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2. That staff is authorized to take all actions necessary to acquire from the
Kent County Treasurer the property located in the City and legally
described as (the “Property”):
1125 Alpine Avenue NW, Parcel No. 41-13-23-229-029
Minimum Bid: $9,466.25
Property Fees and Taxes: $20,029
Total Amount: $29,495.25
LOT 17 BLK 1* GELOCK & VAN BREE’S ADDITION
854 First Street NW, Parcel No. 41-13-23-481-004
Minimum Bid: $6,421.01
Property Fees and Taxes: $3,671.67
Total Amount: $10,092.68
W 42 FT OF LOT 50* K S PETTIPONE’S ADDITION
914 Sherman Street SE, Parcel No. 41-14-32-151-021
Minimum Bid: $6,429.01
Property Fees and Taxes: $1,624.09
Total Amount: $8,053.10
N 78 FT OF LOT 2* DOLBEE’S FIRST DUNHAM FARM ADDITION
871 Martin Luther King Jr. SE, Parcel No. 41-14-32-154-035
Minimum Bid: $2,040.95
Property Fees and Taxes: $165.33
Total Amount: $2,206.28
LOT 557* DORAN’S ASSESSOR’S PLAT NO 17
831 Hall Street SE, Parcel No. 41-14-32-357-022
Minimum Bid: $20,224.03
Property Fees and Taxes: $6,410.65
Total Amount: $26,634.68
E 20 FT OF LOT 11 BLK 1 & W 15 FT OF LOT 14 BLK 1* JOHN T
MILLER’S ADDITION
1624 Lafayette Avenue SE, Parcel No. 41-18-06-326-016
Minimum Bid: $7,999.70
Property Fees and Taxes: $4,731.59
Total Amount: $12,731.29
N 35 FT OF LOTS 64 & 65* JED MINER’S ADDITION
3. That the acquisition costs due to the Kent County Treasurer for all taxes,
fines and fees paid by the Kent County Treasurer totaling not more than
$54,639.14 shall be paid from the Property Management Fund; and
4. That payment of other outstanding property related taxes, fines and fees
totaling not more than $36,751.95 will be paid from the Property
Management Fund; and
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5. That the Property shall subsequently be conveyed to the State Land Bank
Authority for the consideration of $1.00 subject to the terms and conditions
of the Land Banking Agreement between the State Land Bank Authority
and the City to assist the City in accomplishing the public purpose; and
6. That staff is also authorized to take all actions necessary to acquire, for
addition to the City’s parkland inventory, from the Kent County Treasurer
the property located in the City and legally described as (the “Park
Property”):
731 Coldbrook Street NE, Parcel No. 41-14-19-233-008
Minimum Bid: $2,059 OR
Fair Market Value: $4,800
Property Fees and Taxes: $119.62
Total Amount: not less than $2,177.81 nor more than $4,919.62
LOT 21* BOUCHARD ADDITION
7. That the acquisition costs due to the Kent County Treasurer for all taxes,
fines and fees paid by the Kent County Treasurer totaling not more than
$4,919.62 shall be paid by the Parks Department (4010-751-9000 –
401020022); and
8. That the City will not acquire any tax foreclosed property not included in this
resolution and described above; and
9. That upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor is authorized
to sign one or more Quit Claim Deeds conveying the Property to the State
Land Bank Authority.
91794 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
On May 10, 2022, the City Commission established the Downtown
Improvement District Special Assessment Roll 8768 as a one-year
assessment.
On July 12, 2022, the City Commission will sit as Board of Review to
hear appeals on the Downtown Improvement District Special Assessment Roll
8768.
The Special Assessment Roll will be available in the City Assessor’s
Office in City Hall for ten business days, beginning on June 13, 2022. Property
owners affected may file a written appeal at any time up to the adjournment of
the July 12th City Commission meeting.
RESOLVED:
That the City Commission will sit as Board of Review on July 12, 2022, to hear
appeals on the Downtown Improvement District Special Assessment Roll 8768.
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91795 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the application of 644 Bridge Street, LLC for an Obsolete Property
Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for property located at 644 Bridge Street
NW, pursuant to PA 146 of 2000, shall remain on file for inspection by the
public in the Economic Development Department; and
2. That a public hearing be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the
City Commission Chambers, on the 9th Floor of the City Hall, 300 Monroe
Avenue NW, in the City of Grand Rapids, to consider the request of 644
Bridge Street, LLC to approve an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption
Certificate for property located at 644 Bridge Street NW, pursuant to PA 146
of 2000, at which time and place the City Commission shall afford the
applicant, the City Assessor, and a representative of each of the taxing units
an opportunity to be heard; and
3. That the City Clerk shall notify in writing the City Assessor and the legislative
body of each taxing unit which levies ad valorem property taxes in the City of
the receipt of the application and also the date, time, and location at which the
City Commission shall afford the applicant, the Assessor, and a
representative of each affected taxing unit an opportunity for a hearing.
91796 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City Commission previously approved the Brownfield Plan (the "Plan")
of the City of Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (the
"Authority") December 22, 1998, pursuant to the Brownfield
Redevelopment Financing Act, Act 381 of the Public Acts of Michigan of
1996, as amended, MCL 125.2651 et seq.; and
2. The Authority has pursuant to Act 381 approved and recommended a
revised amendment of the Plan for the 900 Cesar E. Chavez
Redevelopment Project (the "Project") identified therein (the "Revised
Amendment"); and
3. Before considering approval of the Revised Amendment the City
Commission must hold a public hearing in accordance with Act 381.
RESOLVED:
1. That a public hearing be held to consider the Revised Amendment to the
Plan of the Authority; and
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2. That the public hearing be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in
the City Commission Chambers on the 9th Floor of the City Hall, 300
Monroe Avenue, N.W., in the City; and
3. That the City Clerk give or cause to be given public notice of the hearing in
accordance with Act 381; and
4. That, in accordance with the provisions of Act 381, the City Clerk give or
cause to be given notice of the public hearing to each of the taxing
jurisdictions that levy taxes on property included in the Project subject to
capture under Act 381; and
5. That a copy of the Revised Amendment be held in the Economic
Development Office of the City located on the 9th Floor of City Hall, 300
Monroe Avenue, N.W., in the City for public examination and inspection;
and
6. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and
the same are hereby rescinded.
91797 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City Commission previously approved the Brownfield Plan (the
"Plan") of the City of Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
(the "Authority") December 22, 1998, pursuant to the Brownfield
Redevelopment Financing Act, Act 381 of the Public Acts of Michigan of
1996, as amended, MCL 125.2651 et seq.; and
2. The Authority has pursuant to Act 381 approved and recommended an
amendment of the Plan for the Dwelling Place Regional Community Land
Trust Redevelopment Project (the "Project") identified therein (the
"Amendment"); and
3. Before considering approval of the Amendment the City Commission must
hold a public hearing in accordance with Act 381.
RESOLVED:
1. That a public hearing be held to consider the Amendment to the Plan of
the Authority; and
2. That the public hearing be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.,
in the City Commission Chambers on the 9th Floor of the City Hall, 300
Monroe Avenue, N.W., in the City; and
3. That the City Clerk give or cause to be given public notice of the hearing
in accordance with Act 381; and
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4. That, in accordance with the provisions of Act 381, the City Clerk give or
cause to be given notice of the public hearing to each of the taxing
jurisdictions that levy taxes on property included in the Project subject to
capture under Act 381; and
5. That a copy of the Amendment be held in the Economic Development
Office of the City located on the 9th Floor of City Hall, 300 Monroe
Avenue, N.W., in the City for public examination and inspection; and
6. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and
the same are hereby rescinded.
91798 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City Commission previously approved the Brownfield Plan (the "Plan")
of the City of Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (the
"Authority") December 22, 1998, pursuant to the Brownfield
Redevelopment Financing Act, Act 381 of the Public Acts of Michigan of
1996, as amended, MCL 125.2651 et seq.
2. The Authority has pursuant to Act 381 approved and recommended an
amendment of the Plan for the Academy Manor project (the "Project")
identified therein (the "Amendment").
3. Before considering approval of the Amendment the City Commission must
hold a public hearing in accordance with Act 381.
RESOLVED:
1. That a public hearing be held to consider the Amendment to the Plan of the
Authority.
2. That the public hearing be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in
the City Commission Chambers on the 9th Floor of the City Hall, 300
Monroe Avenue, N.W., in the City.
3. That the City Clerk give or cause to be given public notice of the hearing in
accordance with Act 381.
4. That, in accordance with the provisions of Act 381, the City Clerk give or
cause to be given notice of the public hearing to each of the taxing
jurisdictions that levy taxes on property included in the Project subject to
capture under Act 381.
5. That a copy of the Amendment be held in the Economic Development
Office of the City located on the 9th Floor of City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue,
N.W., in the City for public examination and inspection.
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6. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and
the same are hereby rescinded.
91799 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On August 15, 2017, (Proceeding No. 86965), the City authorized
expenditures and approved a Professional Services Agreement (the
“Agreement”) with The Christman Company for the following project:
Biodigestion with Combined Heat and Power
at the Water Resource Recovery Facility
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); and
2. On November 28, 2017 (Proceeding No. 87226), the City increased the
amount of permitted Project expenditures; and
3. On March 6, 2018 (Proceeding No. 87501) the City again increased the
amount of permitted Project expenditures; and
4. On October 23, 2018 (Proceeding No. 88249), the City again increased the
amount of permitted Project expenditures; and
5. On August 27, 2019 (Proceeding No. 89127), the City established a GMP
with Christman; and
6. On March 23, 2021 (Proceeding No. 90652), the City extended the
completion schedule; and
7. It is necessary to increase the scope of work and authorize expenditures
for the aforesaid agreement; and
8. It is necessary to approve an amendment to the Agreement (the
“Amendment”) to address the Project schedule;, therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the scope of work for the agreement with Christman, be increased at a
cost of $1,079,959 with total expenditures not to exceed $58,582,552
which includes the costs of the professional services agreement,
testing/printing/permits, engineering/inspection/ administration, and
contingencies. Said amount to be charged to the applicable codes
currently defined as Code No. 5902-527-9000-9880-590217125.
2. That the aforesaid agreement shall be extended for a final completion date
of December 31, 2023.
3. That the City Engineer or his designee is hereby authorized to execute the
necessary change order to the aforesaid agreement with Christman.
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4. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
5. That the City of Grand Rapids, pursuant to Section 1.150-2 of the Treasury
Regulations promulgated pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986,
as amended, declares its intent to reimburse itself the costs of the Project
and other related costs in an amount “not-to-exceed” $1,295,959 (Sewer
System Fund) through the issuance of tax-exempt bonds.
6. That a copy of this resolution be available for inspection at the City Clerk’s
Office, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids,
Michigan 49503.
91800 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on May 17, 2022 for the following
project:
Reconstruction of Norwich Avenue from Curve Street to Hayden Street
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and Nagel Construction, Inc. (Nagel) submitted a bid of $2,091,716.00 for
which the engineer’s estimate, prepared by Fisheck, Thompson, Carr, and
Huber, Inc. (Fishbeck), is $2,065,180.00; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of Nagel be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount not to
exceed $2,828,970 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by Fishbeck, construction
phase services including inspection by Fishbeck, public information
program, traffic safety and street lighting force account work,
administration, and contingencies. Said amount of $2,828,970 to be
charged to the applicable codes currently defined as follows: $1,293,840
to Code No. 5916-536-9000-9880-591621025, $1,209,975 to Code No.
5902-527-9000-9880-590221025, and $325,155 to the applicable Vital
Streets Codes.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
4. That the City of Grand Rapids, pursuant to Section 1.150-2 of the Treasury
Regulations promulgated pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986,
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as amended, declares its intent to reimburse itself the costs of the Project
and other related costs in an amount “not-to-exceed” $1,293,840 (Water
System Fund) through the issuance of tax-exempt bonds.
5. That a copy of this resolution be available for inspection at the City Clerk’s
Office, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids,
Michigan 49503.
91801 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The Grand Valley Metropolitan Council annually provides a Pavement
Condition Survey for members and members may elect, at their cost, to
have their local streets surveyed as well; and
2. The City of Grand Rapids has requested that their local streets be
surveyed in 2022 and will be requesting the local streets to be surveyed in
2023 and it is necessary to authorize expenditures in connection therewith;
therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That total expenditures for the City of Grand Rapids for the Pavement
Condition Survey for 2022 and 2023 be authorized in an amount “not-to-
exceed” $30,000 which includes the City’s share of the survey costs. Said
amount of $30,000 to be charged to the applicable Vital Streets Codes.
2. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91802 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on May 17, 2022 for the following
project:
Emergency Generator Replacement at Various Fire Stations.
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and Hillard Electric, Inc. (Hillard) submitted a bid of $1,156,815 for which the
engineer’s estimate, prepared by Geotech, Inc. (Geotech), is $604,508;
therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of Hillard be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
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2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount not to
exceed $1,363,740 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by Geotech, construction
phase services including inspection by Geotech, administration, and
contingencies. Said amount of $1,363,740 to be charged to the applicable
codes currently defined as follows: $337,465.18 to Code No. 2732-336-
7000-9760-FEMA19-F19AFG2 and $1,026,274.82 to the applicable Capital
Improvement Fund Codes.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91803 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, it is necessary to approve a Financing Agreement for the
design for public water main facilities in connection with Water Main in O'Brien
Road, Four Mile Road, and Leonard Street (Walker Water Main Looping
Project); therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the aforesaid Financing Agreement between the City of Grand Rapids
and the City of Walker in an amount “not-to-exceed” $125,000 be approved
and that, upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute said Agreement on behalf of the City.
91804 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on May 19, 2022 for the following
project:
Installation of Pedestrian Crossing Enhancements at Various Locations
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and Nagel Construction, Inc. (Nagel) submitted a bid of $725,952 for which the
engineer’s estimate, prepared by Hubble Roth & Clark, Inc. (HRC), is
$690,131; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of Nagel be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount “not-to-
exceed” $974,000 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
construction phase services including inspection by HRC, engineering
administration, and contingencies. Said amount of $974,000 to be charged
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to the applicable codes currently defined as follows: $566,828 to Code
Nos. 5141-546-9000-9880-514117097 / 5141-546-9000-9880-514119077
and $407,172 to the applicable DDA Codes.
3. That the City hereby approves the authorization of Downtown Development
Authority funds for its share of costs for the Project as referenced in
Paragraph 2.
4. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91805 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on May 10, 2022 for the following
project:
Structural Repairs to LaGrave Fire Station
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and McGraw Construction, Inc. (McGraw) submitted a bid of $354,960 for
which the engineer’s estimate, prepared by Century A&E Corporation (CAE), is
$271,000; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of McGraw be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount “not-to-
exceed” $449,330 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by CAE, construction phase
services including inspection by CAE, administration, and contingencies.
Said amount of $449,330 to be charged to Code No. 4010-265-9000-9750-
401022010.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91806 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on June 7, 2022 for the following
project:
Replacement of Lead Service Lines at Various Locations – Contract 2022-1
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
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and SWT Excavating, Inc. (SWT) submitted a bid of $2,414,625.65 for which
the engineer’s estimate is $2,567,025; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the City of Grand Rapids tentatively awards the construction contract
for the Project to SWT, contingent upon successful financial arrangements with
the Michigan Finance Authority (MFA) through the State Revolving Fund
Program.
2. That the bid of SWT be accepted and that, upon completion of financing
with MFA and upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor is
authorized to execute a contract with SWT in the amount of $2,414,625.65 for
the Project on behalf of the City, which execution shall constitute the award of
the contract.
3. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be, and the
same are, rescinded.
4. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount not to
exceed $2,943,100 which includes the costs of the construction contract, public
information program, testing, engineering/inspection/administration, and
contingencies. Said amount of $2,943,100 to be charged to the applicable
Water System Codes.
5. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his designee
requests in connection with the Project.
6. That the City of Grand Rapids, pursuant to Section 1.150-2 of the Treasury
Regulations promulgated pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as
amended, declares its intent to reimburse itself the costs of the Project and
other related costs in an amount not to exceed $2,943,100 (Water System
Fund) through the issuance of tax-exempt bonds.
7. That a copy of this resolution be available for inspection at the City Clerk’s
Office, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan
49503.
91807 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On June 15, 2021 (Proceeding No. 90883), the City awarded contracts on
an as-needed basis to Diversco Construction Company, Inc., Dykema
Excavators, Inc., Lodestar Construction, Inc., Nagel Construction, Inc., and
Wyoming Excavators, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as the “Contractors”); for
the following project:
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Utility Improvements at Various Locations – Contract 2021
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”).
2. The contract documents for the Project included provisions for the City, at
its option, to extend each contract for an additional period of time
contingent upon successful negotiations with the contractors.
3. The City now desires to extend the contracts with the Contractors to June
30, 2023 and each firm has agreed to said extension at no increase to its
firm’s prices for the period of this extension.
4. The City desires to increase the amount of expenditures authorized for
projects associated with the aforesaid contracts; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the extension of the contracts for the Project are hereby approved for
an additional period of time to June 30, 2023 at no increase to unit prices.
2. That total expenditures for the project are hereby increased in an amount
of $950,000 and will be charged to the appropriate budgets for which these
services are required. Said amount of $950,000 include costs for
construction, engineering/inspection, consultant services, testing and
administration.
3. That the City Engineer or his designee is hereby authorized to execute the
necessary change orders for the extension of the aforesaid contracts as
referenced herein.
4. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91808 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on June 7, 2022 for the following
project:
Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement in West Regulated
and Alger Pressure Districts
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and Diversco Construction Company, Inc. (Diversco) submitted a bid of
$1,111,681.50 for which the engineer’s estimate, prepared by Tetra Tech of
Michigan, Inc. (Tetra Tech), is $885,522; therefore
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RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of Diversco be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount “not-to-
exceed” $1,586,400 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by Tetra Tech, construction
phase services including inspection by Tetra Tech, public information
program, Consumers Energy Fee, materials/equipment, administration,
and contingencies. Said amount to be charged to Code No. 5911-536-
9000-9880-591122034.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91809 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City has initiated the vacation of Williams Street from 148 feet
Northwesterly of Market Avenue to Market Avenue described as:
Public Right-of-Way to be Vacated
Approximate property address: 237 Market Ave. SW
All that part of Williams Street (60 feet wide) from 148 feet Northwesterly of
Market Avenue (width varies) to Market Avenue, Ellsworth's Addition, City
of Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats,
Page 25, Kent County Register of Deeds. Containing 8,880 square feet,
more or less; and
2. The Circuit Court for the County of Kent in a March 19, 1982 judgment,
recorded in the Kent County Register of Deeds at Liber 2375, Page 792,
ordered, adjudged, and decreed that certain therein described portions of
Bartlett Street and Williams Street are vacated as public streets; and
3. The Common Council for the City of Grand Rapids in a December 5, 1904
resolution, recorded in the Kent County Register of Deeds at Misc. Liber
29, Page 376, declared that certain therein described portions of Goodrich
Street are vacated as a public street; and
4. There may be a question of irregularities, reservations, easements or other
matters in the proceedings occasioning the vacation of Bartlett Street and
Williams Street Northwest of the "Compromise Line" 148 feet Northwesterly
of Market Avenue; and
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5. Goodrich Street, Bartlett Street, and Williams Street are not in physical
existence Northwest of the Compromise Line; and
6. The City desires confirmation by the Circuit Court for the County of Kent
that any extensions of Goodrich Street, Bartlett Street, and Williams Street
as may be platted Northwest of the Compromise Line are not in existence
and do not extend beyond the Compromise Line; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That all reports of all interested parties being favorable, the City
Commission hereby initiates and consents to the aforesaid vacation of
Williams Street from 148 feet Northwesterly of Market Avenue to Market
Avenue subject to the following conditions; and
2. That the City preserves utility easements for existing and future utilities
over the entire area to be vacated unless said utilities are abandoned or
relocated; and
3. That easements are provided to Consumers Energy Company, Michigan
Consolidated Gas Company, AT&T, and Comcast, as necessary, for
existing and future facilities in the area to be vacated, unless said utilities
are abandoned or relocated. Said easements shall be subservient to the
City of Grand Rapids' interests with respect to the operation, use,
maintenance, repair, replacement, improvement, or enlargement of any
existing City underground utilities; and
4. That all of Goodrich Street and Bartlett Street lying Northwesterly of Market
Avenue and all that portion of Williams Street lying Northwesterly of a line
148 feet Northwesterly of Market Avenue are hereby confirmed to be
previously vacated as recorded in Misc. Liber 29, Page 376 and Liber
2375, Page 792, Kent County Register of Deeds; and
5. That the City’s special legal counsel will undertake and complete the
Circuit Court action; and
6. That, as required by law, the City will cause to be completed an amended
plat of the area affected conforming to the State of Michigan requirements;
and
7. That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record a copy of
this resolution with the Kent County Register of Deeds and to send a copy
to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, or its
successor agency.
91810 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS, bids were received on June 2, 2022 for the following
project:
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South Elevator Installation at Government Center Parking Ramp
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
and McGraw Construction, Inc. (McGraw) submitted a bid of $1,102,675 for
which the engineer’s estimate, prepared by Progressive AE, Inc. (PAE), is
$848,000; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the bid of McGraw be accepted and that, upon approval as to form by
the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
contract documents for the Project on behalf of the City.
2. That total expenditures for the Project be authorized in an amount “not-to-
exceed” $1,452,910 which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by PAE, construction phase
services including inspection by PAE, testing, administration, and
contingencies. Said amount of $1,452,910 to be charged to the applicable
codes currently defined as follows: $1,452,910 to Code No. 5141-546-
9000-9880-514122058G.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91811 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. On July 24, 2018 (Proceeding No. 87968), the City awarded a contract
Triangle Associates, Inc. (Triangle) for the following project:
Pretreatment System Improvements at the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); and
2. It is necessary to increase the scope of work and authorize expenditures
for the aforesaid contract; therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the scope of work for the contract with Triangle, be increased at a
cost of $1,488,005 with total expenditures “not-to-exceed” $17,696,390
which includes the costs of the construction contract, previously authorized
design phase services by Fishbeck, construction phase services including
inspection by Fishbeck, testing, administration, and contingencies. Said
amount of $17,696,390 to be charged to the applicable codes currently
defined as follows: $17,696,390 to Code No. 5916-536-9000-9880-
591617045.
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2. That the City Engineer or his designee is hereby authorized to execute the
necessary change order to the aforesaid contract with Triangle.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
4. That the City of Grand Rapids, pursuant to Section 1.150-2 of the Treasury
Regulations promulgated pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986,
as amended, declares its intent to reimburse itself the costs of the Project
and other related costs in an amount “not-to-exceed” $17,696,390 (Water
System Fund) through the issuance of tax-exempt bonds.
5. That a copy of this resolution be available for inspection at the City Clerk’s
Office, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids,
Michigan 49503.
91812 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. It is necessary to enter into an agreement with the Michigan Department of
Transportation for the following project:
Reconstruction of Ottawa Avenue from Newberry Street to Mason Street
and from Walbridge Street (Vacated) to Coldbrook Street
(MDOT Contract No. 22-5270)
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the City enter into an agreement with the Michigan Department of
Transportation for the Project and that, upon approval as to form by the
City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute
the same on behalf of the City.
2. That expenditures for the local share of costs and advancement of federal
funds for the Project be authorized in an amount “not-to-exceed”
$2,374,823, which includes the costs of the construction contract,
previously authorized design phase services by Williams & Works, Inc.
(W&W), construction phase services including inspection by W&W, traffic
safety and street lighting force account work/public information program,
administration, and contingencies. Said amount of $2,374,823 to be
charged to the applicable codes currently defined as follows: $493,195 to
Code No. 5901-527-9000-9880-590121047, $630,820 to Code No. 5911-
536-9000-9880-591121047, and $858,701 to the applicable Vital Streets
Codes. Also, advancement of federal funds in the amount of $392,107 to
be charged as follows: $50,550 to Code No. 5902-527-9000-9880-
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590221047G, $35,800 to Code No. 5912-536-9000-9880-591221047G,
and $305,757 to Code No. 4090-449-9000-9880-409021047G.
3. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be, and the
same are, rescinded.
4. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
91813 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. It is necessary to enter into an agreement with the Michigan Department of
Transportation and to authorize expenditures in connection with for the
following project:
Resurfacing of 29th Street from Breton Road to East City Limits and
Butterworth Street from O’Brien Road to Marion Avenue
and Division Avenue from Quigley Boulevard to Cottage Grove Street
(MDOT Contract No. 22-5254
(hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That the City enter into an agreement with the Michigan Department of
Transportation for the Project and that, upon approval as to form by the City
Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the
same on behalf of the City.
2. That expenditures for the local share of costs for the Project be authorized
in an amount not to exceed $1,684,500, which includes the costs of the
construction contract, previously authorized design phase services by
Spalding DeDecker Associates, Inc. (Spalding), construction phase
services including inspection by Spalding, traffic safety and street lighting
force account work/public information program, administration, and
contingencies. Said amount of $1,684,500 to be charged to the applicable
Vital Streets codes.
3. That the City Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make
payment, in amounts and to said payees, as the City Engineer or his
designee requests in connection with the Project.
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E. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
91814 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The State of Michigan has provided for the issuance of additional Liquor
Licenses within the Downtown Development Area (DDA), as authorized by
Public Act 501 of 2006 (MCL 436.1521a(1)(b)); and
2. Nonla Burger, LLC, at 449 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, Kent
County, has submitted an application for a license under Section
521a(1)(b) of the Act; and
3. Nonla Burger, LLC, has supplied information with their application which
supports the required stipulations of the Act; and
4. The City Assessor has submitted an affidavit stating the total amount of
public and private investment in real and personal property within the
Downtown Development Area is in excess of $200,000 over the preceding
five (5) year time period; and
5. The Downtown Development Area Board adopted a resolution on June 8,
2022, recommending approval of the issuance of a new Class C
redevelopment area liquor license, at 449 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
49504, Kent County, above all others; therefore
RESOLVED that the request from Nonla Burger, LLC, located at 449
Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, Kent County for a new Class C
redevelopment area liquor license pursuant to Public Act 501 of 2006 (MCL
436.1521a(1)(b)) be approved above others.
91815 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED:
1. That the City Commission Policy 900-63 entitled “Disposal of City Owned
Real Property” is approved as presented at this meeting; and
2. That City Commission Policy 900-22 entitled “Disposal of City of Grand
Rapids Owned Residential Property” is hereby rescinded; and
3. That City Commission Policy 900-27 entitled “Good Faith Deposits on Bid
Proposals” is hereby rescinded; and
4. City Commission Policy 900-41 entitled “Disposal of City of Grand Rapids
Owned Non-Residential Property” is hereby rescinded; and
5. That all resolutions or parts or resolutions insofar as they conflict with this
resolution are hereby rescinded.
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91816 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
WHEREAS:
1. The City controls sixty (60) residential properties (the “Property”) located
within the City which are suitable for development or redevelopment for
housing; and
2. The City Commission has identified (i) affordable housing and (ii)
homeownership as priorities for the Property; and
3. The City Commission acknowledges (i) the need for housing in the City of
Grand Rapids at all price points and (ii) the limitations on financing
affordable housing projects for all of the Property; and
4. The City Commission has determined that an incremental approach to
disposing of the Property will achieve its priorities and increase
opportunities for housing development and homeownership in the City;
therefore
RESOLVED:
1. That twenty-five (25) parcels as identified in the table below be made
available for sale according to the provisions of Section 6(b)(iii)(3) of City
Commission Policy 900-63 (the “Policy) no later than July 31, 2022; and
Address Parcel Number
220 Delaware SE 41-14-31-376-018
312 Martin Luther King Jr. SE 41-14-31-330-020
816 Ringuette Pl SE 41-14-31-301-017
42 Burton St SW 41-17-12-227-008
1201 Cass Ave SE 41-18-06-126-031
810 Ringuette Pl SE 41-14-31-301-015
24 Martin Luther King Jr. SE 41-14-31-301-011
716 Cornwall SE 41-14-31-160-008
500 Umatilla SE 41-14-31-457-018
710 Cornwall SE 41-14-31-160-031
1211 Cass Ave SE 41-18-06-126-031
736 Lafayette SE 41-14-31-182-012
1717 Alto Ave SE 41-18-05-331-013
741 Alexander SE 41-14-31-433-054
722 Alexander SE 41-14-31-476-028
720 Crosby St NW 41-13-13-357-002
830 Hall St SE 41-18-05-101-008
1152 Madison SE 41-14-31-455-005
1018 Prospect SE 41-14-31-379-005
762 North Ave NE 41-14-19-401-005
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1139 Lafayette SE 41-14-31-381-032
1439 Grooters St SE 41-18-20-227-023
2016 Towner Ave SW 41-17-12-130-024
27 Eola St SE 41-18-07-352-022
108 Withey St SE 41-17-12-279-009
2. That pursuant to the Policy the City will prioritize affordable housing and
homeownership projects over those projects that are not affordable or that
provide rental housing for the properties listed above; and
3. That the thirty-five (35) properties listed below will be reserved for qualified
non-profit housing developers for affordable housing projects with a priority
for homeownership, consistent with Section 6(b)(iii)(1), for an additional six
months from July 31, 2022; and
Address Parcel Number
706 Alexander St SE 41-14-31-476-016
706 Delaware SE 41-14-31-433-018
1842 Collins SE 41-18-06-377-014
2036 Saint Charles SW 41-17-12-129-020
840 Sherman SE 41-14-32-151-009
269 Garfield Ave SW 41-13-26-379-034
749 Sherman SE 41-14-31-234-030
1230 Second St. NW 41-13-23-379-001
1825 Darwin Ave SW 41-17-01-453-024
1738 Steele Ave SW 41-17-01-327-002
957 Kalamazoo Ave SE 41-14-32-308-031
1648 College Ave SE 41-18-06-403-004
1404 Madison SE 41-18-06-251-003
1135 Cromwell SE 41-14-32-358-010
935 Kalamazoo Ave SE 41-14-32-308-026
754 Cutler SW 41-14-31-457-018
638 Oakland SW 41-13-36-180-001
1036 Eastern SE 41-14-32-351-008
1352 Eastern SE 41-18-05-108-027
19 Quimby St NE 41-12-18-305-007
223 Montgomery SE 41-18-06-326-010
828 Humbolt St SE 41-14-32-357-013
817 Hancock SE 41-18-05-101-014
812 Kalamazoo Ave SE 41-14-32-303-003
1720 Martin Ave SE 41-18-07-353-022
219 Montgomery St SE 41-18-06-326-009
741 Evergreen St SE 41-18-06-279-017
609 Lincoln Ave NW 41-12-23-411-007
546 Neland Ave SE 41-14-32-133-002
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1447 Blaine SE 41-18-05-154-023
1035 Cooper SE 41-14-32-378-024
943 Dunham SE 41-14-32-176-018
1301 Logan SE 41-14-31-204-017
1015 Thomas SE 41-14-32-178-029
1030 Helen St NE 41-14-29-181-011
4. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions insofar as they conflict with this
resolution are hereby rescinded.
91817 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Reppart. Supporter: Moody.
RESOLVED that:
An Agreement between the City of Grand Rapids and The Crime Scene
Technicians/Latent Print Examiners concerning stipend pay, bereavement, and
term and wage, is hereby approved for the period of July 1, 2022, through June
30, 2025, consistent with the understanding of the parties to reflect the
tentative agreement as follows:
1. The City agrees to pay a 3% annual stipend to Crime Scene Technicians
who have attained the "Certified Crime Scene Investigator" certification
through the International Association for Identification (IAI). Additionally,
the City agrees to increase the 3% stipend in Article 41, Section 3 to 5% for
the Latent Print Examiners.
2. The City agrees to expand the bereavement benefit to include aunts and
uncles and agrees to the proposal to add a third day
3. The City agrees to a three-year term collective bargaining agreement with
wage increases of 4.0%, 3.0%, and 2.0%.
FURTHER RESOLVED that:
1. Upon reduction of said understanding to an Agreement in a form approved
by the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute
the same on behalf of the City; and
2. The City Commission shall consider and act upon the Salary Ordinance
amendments necessary in order to effectuate this labor agreement.
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ORDINANCES
91818 Result: Adopted.
Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3
OF SALARY ORDINANCE 2019-68
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - 14
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
Section 1. That Section 3 of Salary Ordinance 2019-68, be amended
to read as follows:
“Section 3. The following 61st District Court G.R.E.I.U. classifications
shall be paid within the range listed opposite the Class title:
Class Class Title Range
E01 Clerk Typist 04E
E02 Urinalysis Technician 01E
E03 Urinalysis Laboratory Manager 18E
E06 Judicial Clerk 14E
E08 Acting Court Recorder 14E
E10 Court Recorder 18E
E11 Court Operator 16E
E12 Lead Work Crew Supervisor 17E
E15 Work Crew Supervisor 16E
E16 Court Collections Officer 16E
E18 Deputy Court Clerk Specialist 13E
E19 Customer Service Representative 13E
E20 Deputy Court Clerk I 09E
E21 Deputy Court Clerk II 12E
E22 Deputy Court Clerk III 14E
E23 Deputy Court Clerk 12E
E24 Deputy Court Clerk IV 18E
E25 Lead Work Assignment Clerk 15E
E27 Court Compliance Officer 16E”
Section 2. That all Ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed.
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91819 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Moody. Supporter: O’Connor.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3
OF SALARY ORDINANCE 2019-51
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - 15
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
Section 1. That Section 3 of Salary Ordinance 2019-51 be amended to
read as follows:
“Section 3. The following 61st District Court classifications shall be paid
in accordance with the provisions of Section 1 and Section 2 inclusive.
D01 Court Administrator/Clerk 14S
D02 Deputy Court Administrator 11S
D05 Eviction Prevention Holistic Facilitator 08S
D17 Magistrate 08S
D25 Law-Trained Magistrate 10S”
Section 2. That all Ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed.”
91820 Result: Adopted.
Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Ysasi.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - 16
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
Section 1. That the following constitutes amended additions to the
designated line items of Section 1 of Ordinance 2021-13, the Budget of the City
of Grand Rapids for Fiscal Year 2022, as amended.
Brownfield Operations Fund
Previously Approved Resources 11,761,337.00
Other 1,364,108.00
From (To) Fund Balance (114,783.00)
Total Amended Resources 13,010,662.00
Previously Approved Appropriations 11,761,337.00
Requested Changes 1,249,325.00
Total Amended Appropriations 13,010,662.00
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Golf Course Fund
Previously Approved Resources 835,630.00
Other 50,000.00
From (To) Retained Earnings -
Total Amended Resources 885,630.00
Previously Approved Appropriations 835,630.00
Requested Changes 50,000.00
Total Amended Appropriations 885,630.00
Vital Streets Capital Projects Fund
Previously Approved Resources 17,281,235.44
Other 101,200.00
From (To) Fund Balance -
Total Amended Resources 17,382,435.44
Previously Approved Appropriations 17,281,235.44
Requested Changes 101,200.00
Total Amended Appropriations 17,382,435.44
Motor Equipment-Operating Fund
Previously Approved Resources 8,030,010.00
Other -
From (To) Retained Earnings 750,000.00
Total Amended Resources 8,780,010.00
Previously Approved Appropriations 8,030,010.00
Requested Changes 750,000.00
Total Amended Appropriations 8,780,010.00
Water Improvement Fund
Previously Approved Resources 41,818,388.15
Other 1,765,600.00
From (To) Retained Earnings -
Total Amended Resources 43,583,988.15
Previously Approved Appropriations 41,818,388.15
Requested Changes 1,765,600.00
Total Amended Appropriations 43,583,988.15
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Capital Improvement Fund
Previously Approved Resources 30,112,106.41
Other 1,100,000.00
From (To) Fund Balance -
Total Amended Resources 31,212,106.41
Previously Approved Appropriations 30,112,106.41
Requested Changes 1,100,000.00
Total Amended Appropriations 31,212,106.41
61st District Court Grants Fund
Previously Approved Resources 2,205,534.07
Other 307,851.00
From (To) Fund Balance -
Total Amended Resources 2,513,385.07
Previously Approved Appropriations 2,205,534.07
Requested Changes 307,851.00
Total Amended Appropriations 2,513,385.07
Result: Adopted.
Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
Motion to grant the ordinance immediate effect.
91821 Result: Adopted.
Mover: Jones. Supporter: Ysasi.
Yeas: Bliss, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody
Absent: Senita Lenear
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5.2.05.D. OF ARTICLE 5
LOT AND YARD REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER 61, TITLE V
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
ENTITLED, “ZONING ORDINANCE”
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 – 17
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS DO ORDAIN:
D. “Lot Widths.
1. Established Areas. See Section 5.5.06.B. for site placement
and building layout requirements for lots in established areas.
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2. Lot widths are measured at the front setback line or RBL, as
applicable, and the minimum lot width shall be maintained
throughout the depth of the lot. Lot width for a corner lot is
measured at the horizontal distance between the shorter of the
two (2) dimensions of the front lot line.
3. Minimum Lot Widths for Irregular Lots.
a. There shall be not less than thirty‐six (36) feet between the
two (2) side lot lines measured at the public or private
rights‐of‐way, except as permitted in Tables 5.5.06.A. and
5.6.07.A. of this Chapter.
b. For cul‐de‐sac lots or other irregular lots, if the minimum lot
width at the front setback line or RBL cannot be met, the
minimum setback line or RBL shall be moved farther into
the lot to the point at which the minimum lot width is met.
4. Administrative Departures.
a. New Lots. This Departure applies to lots that contain a
Single‐Family or Two‐Family use in an existing principal
structure. A reduction to the required lot width may be
granted for all newly created lots, provided the application
meets the requirements of Section 5.2.05.D.4.c.
b. Existing vacant lots. This Departure applies to existing lots
that do not contain a principal structure. A reduction to the
required lot width may be granted to allow for (a) the
creation of new lots to be used for Single- or Two-Family
use, or (b) the use of an existing vacant lot for Single- or
Two-Family use, provided the application meets the
requirements of Section 5.2.05.D.4.c.
c. All Administrative Departures will be reviewed by the
standards outlined in Section 5.12.16. in addition to the
following standards and requirements below:
i. The Administrative Departure may not result in the
demolition of any principal household building or
structure; and
ii. The proposed lot shall be no less than the
minimum lot width required in Table 5.5.06.A. for a
detached Single-Family interior lot; and
iii. If the lot is accessible from a usable alley the lot
width may be less than the minimum, but no less
than the originally platted lot width, which shall be
identified on the survey; and
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iv. Tandem parking may be permitted for detached
Single-Family and Two‐Family uses on lots 36 feet
or less; and
v. A property survey shall be provided to ensure that
all required site layout and building placement
standards can be met.”
PUBLIC HEARINGS
91822 Result: Referred to Community Development Committee.
Public Hearing to consider Lake Saint Jude Drainage Improvements (Special
Assessment District No. 8770).
DOCUMENTS FILED
91823 Result: Received and Filed.
Contract between Adams & Associates and the City of Grand Rapids for Real
Estate Appraisal of 2183 East Beltline Ave NE.
91824 Result: Received and Filed.
Public Comments Regarding Special Assessment District 8770 Lake Saint
Jude Drainage Improvements submitted for the public record.
91825 Result: Received and Filed.
Contract Between the City of Grand Rapids and the Commission on
Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.
ADJOURNMENT
Commission adjourned at 9:14 PM
JOEL H. HONDORP
City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2022
7:00 PM
Welcome to the Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting. This session is the final process in the
consideration of the items listed on the following agenda. All of these agenda items have been thoroughly
reviewed and discussed in the various Standing Committees of the City Commission which meet on
Tuesday morning. To view supporting documents for agenda items, please visit:
www.grandrapidsmi.gov/commission
Persons who need reasonable accommodation to participate, are asked to contact the City Clerk’s Office
at 616-456-3010 or cityclerk@grcity.us.
Expected Meeting Procedures
1. Depending on the meeting there can be multiple opportunities for public
comment:
-The First is limited to items on the Commission’s Agenda that are slated
to be voted on
-The Second is for specially scheduled required public hearings
-The Third is for any issue you would like to bring to the attention of the
Commission
2. You may only speak once on each issue.
3. All comments are to be limited to 3 minutes.
4. City Commission meetings are to be a safe place for everyone involved,
as such:
-No clapping, cheering, or holding up of signs
-Please refrain from swearing, name calling and/or making derogatory
comments directed toward a person’s race, religion, nation of origin, etc.
5. Do not request or expect comment from the Commission.
6. Please turn OFF cellular phones.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. MOMENT OF SILENCE
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ROLL CALL
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS - Prior to consideration of the official business,
citizens may speak to subjects on today's agenda which are slated to be voted on. The items to
be addressed during this time are located in the highlighted section headings. (Please limit
comments to 3 minutes.)
1. Public Comments on Agenda Items
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. City Commission - Regular Session - May 24, 2022 7:00 PM
VII. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS - Communications addressed to the City Commission
are distributed to all members and are acknowledged for information, or are referred to a
committee or staff for follow up.
1. Communications received regarding accountability to the Grand Rapids community and
Patrick Lyoya
2. Communications received regarding justice for Patrick Lyoya
3. Communication from Kimberly Van Driel regarding their resignation from the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board
4. Communication received from Kelsey Perdue, Grand Rapids Community Relations
Commission Chair, regarding banning conversion therapy in the City of Grand Rapids - Add-
On
VIII. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS - The City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Treasurer,
and City Comptroller may submit reports or information directly to the City Commission for
consideration.
1. Warrant Report for June 21, 2022, Funds & Travel Reports -April 2022
2. Treasurer’s Report for Period of May 25, 2022 through June 10, 2022
3. The City Clerk submitted copies of the Police and Fire Retirement System Actuarial Valuation
for the year ending December 31, 2021
IX. CONSENT AGENDA AND REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES:
A. COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS The Committee considers and makes recommendations
on appointments to the City's various boards and commissions.
1. Resolution approving the City Commission's appointment of Willie Gholston to the Public
Safety Committee
B. FISCAL COMMITTEE The Committee considers and makes recommendations on matters
referring to bids, claims, and other financial matters of the City .
1. Resolution approving an agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. d/b/a DebtBook for purchase of
Debt and Lease Management software for an amount not to exceed $15,000.
2. Resolution authorizing a contract and invoice payment to GVSU Conference and Event
Planning Services for a total not to exceed $14,847.27 in support of the Grand Rapids
Neighborhood Summit
3. Resolution authorizing an $18,600 agreement with South East Market LLC for Martin
Luther King Park garden and programming at Roosevelt and Garfield parks
4. Resolution authorizing FY2023 insurance renewals with various providers for a total cost
of $2,525,678.00
5. Resolution recognizing the Greater Grand Rapids Chamber Foundation as a Local Civic
Organization
6. Resolution approving a contract for Housing Practice Leader services with the Grand
Rapids Chamber of Commerce Foundation via Housing Next in the amount of $75,000
7. Resolution authorizing the Grand Rapids Police Department to facilitate a gun buy back
program in the amount of $40,000 as part of the SAFE Task Force Recommendations.
8. 87-89 Monroe Center Intent to Renew Lease Agreement with 89 Monroe Center, LLC
9. Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding for the Downtown Development
Authority and the Monroe North Tax Increment Finance Authority to provide $350,004 in
funding to the City of Grand Rapids for DASH North services
10. Resolution accepting a $95,000 grant award and executing an agreement with Heart of
West Michigan United Way for the GRow1000 Academy
11. Resolution accepting a $9,300 grant award and executing an agreement with the Grand
Rapids Community Foundation for Summer Melt activities
12. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution for the 4014 Bond Issuance Cost and Pearl
Street Decorative Bridge Lighting Project in the amount of $421,599
13. Resolution Authorizing Additional Payment to Kent County Drain Commissioner of 2022
Maintenance Assessments for Knapp's Corner Drain in the amount of $118,000.
14. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $1,622,350 for the Reconstruction of
César E. Chávez Avenue from Beacon Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Street
15. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $38,128 for Improvements to Alger
Ravine
16. Bid List Resolution for June 21, 2022
C. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The Committee considers and makes
recommendations on matters concerning public service, public improvements, streets, traffic
and public buildings.
1. Resolution approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for Arthur Rozzi Pyrotechnics, Inc. in
connection with the Grand Rapids Fireworks event on Saturday, July 2, 2022
2. Resolution Confirming Uptown Business Improvement District Special Assessment Roll
Number 8766
3. Resolution Approving the Inter-Organizational Cooperation and Service Agreement
Between the City of Grand Rapids and Downtown Grand Rapids Incorporated for a three-
year term
4. Resolution approving renewal of the Restated Service Agreement between the City of
Grand Rapids and Downtown Grand Rapids Incorporated for a term of July 1, 2022
through June 30, 2025
5. Resolution setting the date to consider rezoning 2550 Eastern Avenue SE from SD-
NOS-A (Special District-Neighborhood Office Service) with a Conditional Rezoning
Agreement to its previous MCN-LDR (Mid-20th Century-Low Density Residential) zoning
designation
6. Resolution setting the date to consider a major amendment to the Celebration Village
SD-PRD (Special District-Planned Redevelopment District) to facilitate redevelopment of
2135 East Beltline Avenue NE
7. Resolution conditionally authorizing acquisition of up to seven (7) 2022 tax foreclosed
properties from the Kent County Treasurer for an amount not to exceed $91,392 and
subsequent transfer to the Michigan State Land Bank Authority
8. Resolution setting Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:00 pm as the date for the City
Commission to sit as Board of Review to hear appeals on Special Assessment
Downtown Improvement District Roll 8768
9. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for July 12, 2022 to consider an application for a
ten-year Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate pursuant to PA 146 of
2000, for 644 Bridge Street, LLC at 644 Bridge Street NW
10. Resolution scheduling a public hearing on July 12, 2022, to consider a Revised
Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 900 Cesar E. Chavez, LLC Redevelopment Project
11. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for July 12, 2022 to consider a Brownfield Plan
Amendment for the $14 million Dwelling Place Regional Community Land Trust Project
located at 2080 Union Avenue SE
12. Resolution Scheduling a Public Hearing on July 12, 2022 to consider a Brownfield Plan
Amendment for the Academy Manor Project at 43 Lakeside Drive NE
13. Resolution approving an extension and increase of $1,079,959 to the Professional
Services Agreement with The Christman Company for Biodigestion with Combined Heat
and Power at the Water Resource Recovery Facility, with total project expenditures not-
to-exceed $58,582,552
14. Resolution awarding a contract with Nagel Construction Inc. for Reconstruction of
Norwich Avenue from Curve St. to Hayden St. in the amount of $2,091,716 with total
amount not-to-exceed $2,828,970
15. Resolution authorizing City's share of costs with Grand Valley Metropolitan Council for
Pavement Condition Survey in the amount of $30,000 for 2022 and 2023
16. Resolution awarding a contract with Hillard Electric Inc for Emergency Generator
Replacement at Various Fire Station in the amount of $1,156,815 with total amount not-
to-exceed $1,363,740
17. Resolution approving a Financing Agreement with the City of Walker for the Design of
Walker Water Main Looping Project in the amount of $125,000
18. Resolution awarding a contract with Nagel Construction, Inc. for Installation of Pedestrian
Crossing Enhancements at Various Locations in the amount of $725,952 with total
amount not-to-exceed $974,000
19. Resolution awarding a contract with McGraw Construction Inc for Structural Repairs at
LaGrave Fire Station in the amount of $354,960 with total amount not-to-exceed
$449,330
20. Resolution awarding a contract with SWT Excavating, Inc. for the Replacement of Lead
Service Lines at Various Locations - Contract 2022-1 in the amount of $2,414,625.65 with
a total project cost not to exceed $2,943,100
21. Resolution approving an increase of $950,000 in funding for work under the Utility
Improvement Contract at Various Locations - 2021 for a newly authorized total of
$1,900,000
22. Resolution awarding a contract with Diversco for Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement
in West Regulated & Alger Pressure Districts in the amount of $1,111,681.50 with total
amount not-to-exceed $1,586,400
23. Resolution initiating and consenting to the Vacation of Williams Street from 148 feet
Northwesterly of Market Avenue to Market Avenue
24. Resolution awarding a contract with McGraw Construction Inc for South Elevator
Installation at Government Center Parking Ramp in the amount of $1,102,775 with total
amount not-to-exceed $1,452,910
25. Resolution approving an increase of $1,757,390 for Pretreatment System at the Lake
Michigan Filtration Plant for a total not-to-exceed $17,696,390
26. Resolution approving an agreement with MDOT for the Reconstruction of Ottawa Avenue
from Newberry St. to Mason Street and from Walbridge Street (Vacated) to Coldbrook
Street and authorizing $2,374,823 for the local share of project costs
27. Resolution approving an agreement with MDOT for the Resurfacing of 29th Street,
Butterworth Street and Division Avenue and authorizing $1,684,500 for the local share of
project costs
D. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Committee considers all matters that are desired to be
deliberated in committee by the full City Commission. Most ordinances and licensing matters
are brought before this committee.
1. Resolution approving a request from Nonla Burger, LLC, for a new Class C
redevelopment liquor license to be located at 449 Bridge St NW
2. Resolution approving City Commission Policy 900-63 - Disposition of City Owned
Property and repealing City Commission Policies 900-41, 900-22 and 900-27
3. Resolution approving the listing criteria and timeline for 60 residential properties owned
by the State Land Bank Authority on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids
4. Resolution Approving Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Crime Scene
Technicians / Latent Print Examiners (CST)
X. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT
XI. ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
1. Ordinance Amending Section 3 of Ordinance 2019-68, Classification Title Update: Court
Operator
2. Salary Ordinance Amendment for Non-Represented Management Employees of the 61st
District Court: New Classification
3. Ordinance amending Section 1 of the Budget Ordinance 2021-13 for Fiscal Year 2022
(Amendment No. 12)
4. Ordinance correcting a Zoning Ordinance text amendment allowing for the reduction of
residential lot width requirements, eliminating duplicative text in Section 5.2.05.D.3.a and
correcting section references
XII. CITY COMMISSION RESOLUTIONS - Resolutions to be deliberated by the City Commission but
which come directly to the City Commission rather than from one of the Standing Committees.
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Public hearings are scheduled to allow citizens to speak on subjects
which will be before the City Commission for action at a future date. Speakers may address the
Commission once on each hearing.
1. Public Hearing to consider Lake Saint Jude Drainage Improvements (Special Assessment
District No. 8770)
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS - At the conclusion of the official business and public hearings, the
agenda provides for public comment on any other matters citizens may wish to bring to the
attention of the City Commission. (Please limit comments to 3 minutes.)
1. Public Comments
XV. COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONERS
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
CITY COMMISSION
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
TERM DEFINITION
Adjournment To close the meeting.
Adopt To accept or approve; i.e., an ordinance, a resolution, a motion, etc.
Amend To modify; i.e., an ordinance, a resolution, a motion, etc.
Call to Order Formal opening of a meeting.
City Charter Legal document establishing a municipality (city).
City Commission Local form of government consisting of the Mayor and six Commissioners.
City Officers Includes: Mayor, President of the City Commission, City Manager, City Attorney,
City Treasurer, and City Clerk.
Consent Agenda Matters listed as Consent Agenda items are considered to be routine or matters
of unanimous consent by the City Commission. There will be no separate
discussion of these matters, and they will be enacted by one motion.
Executive Session A meeting in which the proceedings are of a confidential nature. Only members
and invited guests may attend, and all are honor-bound to maintain
confidentiality.
Motion A proposal that the Commissioners take a specific action or stand on an item
being presented to the City Commission.
Ordinance A piece of legislation enacted by a municipal authority.
Postpone A motion to postpone is made if the City Commission needs more time to make
a decision. A postponement cannot go beyond the next session.
Quorum Number of voting members who must be present in order that business can be
legally transacted.
Recess Short intermission within a meeting.
Recognize / Obtain the Floor Acknowledgement by the presiding officer of the City Commission that a
member has the right to address the assembly.
Rescind (Repeal) Allows the City Commission to repeal an action previously taken; i.e.,
ordinances, etc.
Resolution A decision by the City Commission to do or not to do something.
Robert’s Rules of Order A guide to fair and orderly meeting procedures.
Suspend the Rules This motion is used when the City Commission wants to do something that
violates its own rules. The motion does not apply to an organization’s bylaws,
local, state, or national law; or fundamental principles of parlia-mentary law. An
appropriate suspension of the rules, used on occasion by the City Commission,
would be a motion to change the agenda.
Table, Lay on the This motion puts aside an item, and everything adhering to it, currently being
presented to the City Commission. The item remains “on the table” until taken
off.
Table, Take (Remove) from the The motion to Take from the Table is used when the City Commission wants to
continue considering a motion that was Laid on the Table earlier in the present
session or in the previous session of the City Commission. When a motion is
Taken from the Table, it has everything adhering to it exactly as it was when it
was Laid on the Table.
Revised: 06-30-2014 Source(s): Robert’s Rules of Order
City Commission Standing Rules
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS COMMISSIONERS
Jon O’Connor joconnor@grcity.us 616-456-3035
First Ward
Kurt Reppart kreppart@grcity.us 616-456-3855
Joseph D. Jones jdjones@grcity.us 616-456-3035
Second Ward
Milinda Ysasi mysasi@grcity.us 616-456-3035
Senita Lenear slenear@grcity.us 616-456-3035
Third Ward
Nathaniel Moody nmoody@grcity.us 616-456-3035
Revised: 09-18-2014