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Grand Rapids, MI · December 13, 2022

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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE City Commission OF THE CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN Regular Session, December 13, 2022 CALL TO ORDER Commission was called to order by Mayor Rosalynn Bliss at 7:00 PM ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Bliss, Commissioner Lenear, Commissioner O’Connor, Commissioner Jones, Commissioner Ysasi, Commissioner Reppart, Commissioner Moody Absent: None. The roll was called by the City Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On the motion of Com. Jon O’Connor, supported by Com. Joseph D. Jones, the reading of the minutes of the Regular Session of December 6, 2022 was waived and said minutes were accepted as presented. Carried. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 92208 Result: Referred to Committee on Appointments. Communication from Marilyn Mennetti regarding their resignation from the Board of Review. 92209 Result: Received and Filed. Communication received from Jacqueline Schmidt expressing concerns regarding the spectrum project located at Cedar and Fuller. 92210 Result: Received and Filed. Communication received from community leaders and residents requesting action to address health and safety concerns in the community. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS 92211 Result: Received and Filed. Treasurer’s report for the period of November 22, 2022 through November 30, 2022. 1 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 2 92212 Result: Received and Filed. Comptroller’s report for the period of November 23, 2022 through November 29, 2022 in the amount of $3,720,392.49. 92213 Result: Received and Filed. The City Clerk submitted the Mayor's 2023 Standing Committees and Other Commissioner Appointments Report. 92214 Result: Received and Filed. City Manager Report of Public Safety Committee Recommendation Regarding Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) Staffing. CONSENT AGENDA A. CONSENT AGENDA 92215 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. Adoption of the following items under the consent agenda. B. COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS 92216 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. RESOLVED, that the appointments listed below, for terms beginning on the effective dates and ending on the term expiration dates indicated below, be approved. AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WEST MICHIGAN Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration City Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Commission Knight ending 1/6/2025 BOARD OF REVIEW Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Ronald Lemmon Member 2/1/2023 5-year term ending 2/1/2028 3 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Ryan Kilpatrick Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Commission ending 1/4/2027 City James Lewis Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Commission ending 1/4/2027 City Bruce McCoy Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Commission ending 1/4/2027 City Lynn Rabaut Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Commission ending 1/4/2027 CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND BOARD Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Eric Brown Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 City Christopher Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission Romero ending 1/5/2026 City Tabitha Williams Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Laurel Joseph Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Susan Shannon Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Adrienne Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Wallace ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Aaron Jonker Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 4 COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Concettina Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Barile ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Justine Bryant Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Douglas Van Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Doren ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Darryll Vance Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 CONSTRUCTION CODE BOARD OF APPEALS Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Manager Eric Heyboer Master 1/1/2023 4-year term Plumber ending 1/4/2027 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Luis Avila Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 1/4/2027 Mayor Richard Winn Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 1/4/2027 Mayor Alan Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Vanderberg ending 1/4/2027 DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Michael Bishop Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 12/31/2025 Mayor Michael Ellis Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 12/31/2025 Mayor Ashley Ward Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 12/31/2025 Mayor Elliot Talen Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 12/31/2025 5 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 ELECTRICAL BOARD OF EXAMINERS Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration City Manager Cynthia Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Czarniecki- ending Brown 1/6/2025 City Manager Joseph Halik Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 1/6/2025 City Manager Edward Chief Electrical 1/1/2023 2-year term Longstreet Inspector ending 1/6/2025 City Manager Daniel Radecki Representative 1/1/2023 2-year term of a Utility ending 1/6/2025 GENERAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Commissioner Employer 1/1/2022 1-year term Commission Moody Trustee ending 12/31/2022 Mayor Michael Citizen 1/1/2023 4-year term Hawkins Trustee ending 1/4/2027 GRAND RAPIDS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Timothy Gloege Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Gary Korreck Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Thomas Logan Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Anna Kindt Architect 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 6 HOUSING APPEALS BOARD Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Mayor Michael Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Scholten ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Matthew Van Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Heulen ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Andrew Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Claucherty ending 1/5/2026 INTERURBAN TRANSIT PARTNERSHIP BOARD Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Mayor Mayor Bliss Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Rick Baker Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Tracie Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Coffman ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Jack Hoffman Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Andy Sanborn Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 KENT COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION GOVERNING BOARD Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Commissioner Mayor’s 1/1/2023 1-year term Commission Ysasi Designee ending 1/1/2024 City Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Commission Perdue ending 1/1/2024 KENT HOSPITAL FINANCE AUTHORITY Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Raymond Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission Reitsma ending 1/5/2026 7 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 MICHIGAN STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Max Benedict Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 12/31/2026 Mayor Thomas Dann Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 12/31/2026 Mayor Christopher Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Swank ending 12/31/2026 Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Knight ending 12/31/2026 MOBILE GR COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Craig Clark Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Josh Lunger Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Kris Mathis Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Richard Winn Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Robbins ending 1/5/2026 NORTH QUARTER CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Alan Hartline Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 12/31/2026 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 8 PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Stacy Bare Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 City Megan Catcho Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 City Max Gibbs Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 City Sam Moore Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Commission ending 1/5/2026 POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Commissioner Employer 1/1/2023 1-year term Commission Moody Trustee ending 12/31/2023 Mayor Michael Citizen 1/1/2023 4-year term Hawkins Trustee ending 1/4/2027 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Commissioner Christine Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Moody Cameron ending 12/31/2023 Commissioner Edgar Kettle Member 1/1/2023 1-year term O’Connor ending 12/31/2023 Commissioner Willie Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Ysasi Gholston ending 12/31/2023 SOUTH DIVISION-GRANDVILLE AVENUE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY BOARD Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Fran Dalton Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 12/31/2026 Mayor Mary Dengerink Member 1/1/2023 4-year term ending 12/31/2026 9 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 Mayor Leonard Van Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Drunen ending 12/31/2026 Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Robbins ending 12/31/2026 STORM WATER OVERSIGHT COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Carlos Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Calderon ending 12/31/2025 Mayor Katie Doyen Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 12/31/2025 Mayor Kenneth Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Yonker ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Kristine Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Jones Bersche ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Casey Kuperus Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Lenear ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Julie WIldschut Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Moody ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Randal Member 1/1/2023 3-year term O’Connor Meyering ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Roger Barr Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Reppart ending 12/31/2025 Commissioner Elizabeth Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Ysasi Hernandez ending 12/31/2025 TAX INCREMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Mayor Richard Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Winn ending 12/31/2026 UPTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Perdue ending 12/31/2026 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 10 UPTOWN CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY Appointing Effective Term and Appointee Member Type Authority Date Expiration Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 4-year term Perdue ending 12/31/2026 URBAN AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Michelle Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Holliday ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Jill Myer Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 Mayor Crystal Tunstall Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 Commissioner Robert Cloy Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Moody ending 12/31/2024 Commissioner Carlos Calderon Member 1/1/2023 2-year term Ysasi ending 12/31/2024 City Manager Connie Bohatch Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 City Manager Steve Krogman Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 City Manager Elizabeth Visser Member 1/1/2023 2-year term ending 12/31/2024 URBAN FORESTRY COMMITTEE Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Carl Johnson Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Mayor William Member 1/1/2023 3-year term Vassilakis ending 1/5/2026 City Manager Cindy Irving Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 Major Utility Megan Rydecki Member 1/1/2023 3-year term ending 1/5/2026 11 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 WASTE-TO-ENERGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration City Mayor Bliss Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Commission ending 1/1/2024 City James Hurt Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Commission ending 1/1/2024 WEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION Appointing Member Effective Term and Appointee Authority Type Date Expiration Mayor Commissioner Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Lisa Knight ending 12/31/2023 Mayor Kristin Member 1/1/2023 1-year term Turkelson ending 12/31/2023 C. FISCAL COMMITTEE 92217 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. The existing Knapp’s Corner Drain Drainage District pond is not sufficient to handle the existing runoff from the district; and 2. Proposed improvements have been identified to handle the drainage from the district; and 3. Funding for final design can be provided by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $300,000 from Capital Improvement Fund (Stormwater) Project accounts; therefore RESOLVED: That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $300,000 for Final Design of the Knapp's Corner Drain Drainage District Improvements Project be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. 92218 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. RESOLVED that: 1. The City is authorized to enter into a one-year contract extension for health insurance administrative services between the City of Grand Rapids and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; and DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 12 2. The City is authorized to enter into a one-year contract extension for dental insurance administrative services between the City of Grand Rapids and Delta Dental of Michigan; and 3. The City shall pay Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan no more than $1,108,113 in return for said services; and 4. The City shall pay Delta Dental of Michigan no more than $66,732 in return for said services; and 5. The City upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the contracts. 92219 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. RESOLVED: 1. That the City Commission hereby approves a three-year contract between the City of Grand Rapids and Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services to provide consulting services related to the City’s property and casualty insurances for $50,000 for CY2023, $52,500 for CY2024, and $55,000 for CY2025 totaling $157,500. 2. That the Mayor is authorized to execute said agreement upon approval as to form by the City Attorney. 92220 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS the City has collaborated with ArtPrize on delivery of the annual ArtPrize event since 2009; and WHEREAS the City has partnered as an Official Parking and Mobility Sponsor with ArtPrize since 2012; and WHEREAS the City, as a signatory partner to the new partnership responsible for executing ArtPrize in 2023, has an interest in ensuring a timely and effective transition to ArtPrize 2.0; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That sponsorship of ArtPrize 2023 through a $50,000 Mobile GR Sponsorship, investment of $100,000 of Special Events funds and $50,000 13 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 of in-kind services from Mobile GR for the ArtPrize 2023 event is approved; and 2. That payment to Downtown Grand Rapids Incorporated (fiduciary sponsor for ArtPrize 2.0) is approved in the total amount of $150,000 with amounts of $50,000 from Mobile GR 5140-546-1000-8800 and from Special Events $100,000 from 1010-172-5500-8800. 92221 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS, Drive Charities, Inc., of 40 Monroe Center, NW, Suite 11, 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 MCLA 432.103a(i)(ii); therefore RESOLVED that the City Commission hereby finds that, to the best of its knowledge, Drive Charities, Inc., 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 Drive Charities, Inc. as a local civic organization pursuant to MCLA 432.103a(i)(ii). 92222 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. On June 21, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91808), the City Commission approved awarding a contract to Diversco Construction Company, Inc. and authorizing expenditures in connection with the project Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement in West Regulated and Alger Pressure Districts. 2. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement in West Regulated and Alger Pressure Districts by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $924,400 from Water System Fund Project accounts; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $924,400 for Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement in West Regulated and Alger Pressure Districts be approved, and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 14 92223 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. On November 10, 2020 (Proceeding No. 90348), the City approved and authorized the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding related to the relocation of a portion of the Eastside Trunk Sewer; and 2. On March 9, 2021 (Proceeding No. 90612), the City awarded a contract with Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. in connection with the Reconstruction of Market Avenue from Williams Street to Fulton Street and Fulton Street from the Grand River to Market Avenue (Contract No. 1) (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); and 3. On March 15, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91493), the City authorized an increase in the amount of $37,600 to add a Rapid Flashing Beacon at Weston Street and Market Avenue in connection with the Project; and 4. On September 6, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91990), the City approved an increase to the contract and authorized additional expenditures in connection with the Project; and 5. On October 4, 2022 (Proceeding No. 92035), the City approved an increase to the contract and authorized additional expenditures in connection with the Project; and 6. On October 18, 2022 (Proceeding No. 92079), the City approved an increase to the contract and authorized additional expenditures in connection with the Project; and 7. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for Reconstruction of Market Avenue from Williams Street to Fulton Street and Fulton Street from the Grand River to Market Avenue - Relocation of the Eastside Trunk Sewer (Contract No. 1) by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $294,757 from the Water System Fund Infrastructure Investment Project account; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $294,757 for Reconstruction of Market Avenue from Williams Street to Fulton Street and Fulton Street from the Grand River to Market Avenue - Relocation of the Eastside Trunk Sewer (Contract No. 1) be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. 15 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 92224 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. On July 12, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91858), the City tentatively awarded a contract to Groundhawg Excavating & Landscaping, LLC and authorized expenditures in connection with the project Replacement of Lead Service Lines at Various Locations - Contract 2022-2 (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”); and 2. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for the Project by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $280,100 from the Water System Fund Infrastructure Investment Project account; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $280,100 for the Project be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. 92225 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. On July 26, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91890), the City Commission approved tentatively awarding a contract to Wyoming Excavators, Inc. and authorizing expenditures in connection with the project Reconstruction of Giddings Avenue from Burton Street to Boston Street. 2. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for Reconstruction of Giddings Avenue from Burton Street to Boston Street by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $344,950 from the Water System Fund Infrastructure Investment Project account; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $344,950 for Reconstruction of Giddings Avenue from Burton Street to Boston Street be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. 92226 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. On August 9, 2022 (Proceeding No. 91932), the City Commission approved tentatively awarding a contract to Schippers Excavating, Inc. and authorizing expenditures in connection with the project Water Main and DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 16 Water Service Replacement in Page Street, Lister Court, Plainfield Avenue and Public Easement (NE) and Water Service Replacement in Carrier Street. 2. It is necessary to supplement the project budget for Water Main and Water Service Replacement in Page Street, Lister Court, Plainfield Avenue and Public Easement (NE) and Water Service Replacement in Carrier Street by transferring previously approved budget amounts of $194,400 from the Water System Fund Infrastructure Investment Project account; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Budget Substitution in the amount of $194,400 for Water Main and Water Service Replacement in Page Street, Lister Court, Plainfield Avenue and Public Easement (NE) and Water Service Replacement in Carrier Street be approved and the Budget Office is authorized to execute the transfer on behalf of the City. 92227 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. 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. Fire Pros, LLC One-year term contract with two, one-year renewal options for fire alarm system maintenance for Facilities Management, Fire Department, Water Administration, Lake Michigan Filtration Plant, Parks & Recreation and Mobile GR/Parking Services from Fire Pros for the annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $75,000.00; the estimated three-year total amount is $225,000.00. 2. Rowley’s Wholesale Lyden Oil Company One-year term contracts with two, one-year renewal options for the “as- needed” purchase of bulk and packaged lubricants and related items for Fleet Management, Environmental Services, and the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant from Lyden Oil Company for an annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $200,000.00 (estimated three-year total $600,000.00); and from Rowley’s Wholesale for an annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $75,000.00 (estimated three-year total of $225,000.00). 3. MacQueen Equipment, LLC Increase to the annual “not-to-exceed” contract amount by $100,000.00, for a new annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $250,000.00, for the seasonal 17 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 rentals of Elgin Street sweepers on an “as-needed” basis for the Public Services Department from MacQueen Equipment, LLC. FURTHER RESOLVED that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to proceed with awards to the following vendors: 4. Governmentjobs.com Extension of the agreement for a new one-year term with two, one-year renewal options for continued O.E.M. software subscription and support services from Governmentjobs.com, Inc. (dba NeoGov) for the first-year annual “not-to-exceed” amount of $122,003.65; renewal options for the second and third years to be processed as per the costs received from Governmentjobs.com, Inc. D. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 92228 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. RESOLVED that the request to grant RKM Fireworks Co. a Fireworks Discharge Permit to be used in conjunction with the Griffins Hockey New Year’s Eve event at the Van Andel Arena on December 31, 2022 is approved, pending an inspection by the Fire Department. 92229 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a Michigan municipal entity ("City"). 2. The City acting by and through its legislative body, the City Commission, recognizes that it is necessary and conducive for the public health to (1) make improvements to and provide maintenance and extend the Knapp’s Corner Drain, and (2) consolidate Leonard-Leffingwell Drain and Leffingwell Drain as part of the Knapp’s Corner Chapter 20 Drain, as more fully described on Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof (the “Drain Project”), pursuant to Chapter 20 of Public Act 40 of Michigan, 1956, as amended (“Drain Code”). 3. A portion of the lands to be benefited by the Drain Project are located within the City. 4. The City recognizes that it will be subject to assessment to pay for a percentage of the cost of the Drain Project. RESOLVED: 1. That the City Commission authorizes and approves the filing of a petition for the Drain Project in substantially the form attached as Exhibit A. DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 18 2. That the Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the petition in substantially the form attached as Exhibit A and to approve such changes in, and modifications to, the Petition consistent with this Resolution that do not materially adversely affect the City and as approved by the City Engineer and the City Attorney. 3. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and the same are hereby rescinded. 92230 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a Michigan municipal entity ("City"); and 2. The City acting by and through its legislative body, the City Commission, recognizes that it is necessary and conducive for the public health to conduct maintenance and improvements of the Lamberton Creek Drain, located in Kent County, pursuant to Chapter 8 of Public Act 40 of 1956, as amended; and 3. The City recognizes that it will be subject to an assessment at large to pay for a percentage of the cost of the proposed maintenance and improvements; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the City Commission authorizes and approves the filing of a petition for the maintenance and improvement of the Lamberton Creek Drain. 2. That the Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the petition in substantially the form attached as Exhibit A and to approve such changes in, and modifications to, the Petition consistent with this Resolution that do not materially adversely affect the City and as approved by the City Engineer and the City Attorney. 3. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and the same are hereby rescinded. 92231 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. 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 19 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 2. The Authority has pursuant to Act 381 approved and recommended an amendment of the Plan for the 974 Front Avenue 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; therefore 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, January 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., on the 9th floor of City Hall at 300 Monroe Ave N.W., in the City of Grand Rapids; and 3. 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 4. 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 5. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith shall be and the same are hereby rescinded. 92232 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. 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 415 Sheldon Avenue 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; therefore DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 20 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, January 24, 2023, 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 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. 92233 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. RESOLVED: 1. That a public hearing be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Commission Chambers, on the 9th Floor of City Hall, 300 Monroe Avenue NW, in the City of Grand Rapids, to consider the designation of the 415 Sheldon Avenue Neighborhood Enterprise Zone as a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone to be located at the property identified as 415 Sheldon Avenue SE (PPN 41-14-31-101-036); and 2. That the City Clerk shall give written notice to the Assessor and to the governing body of each taxing unit that levies ad valorem property taxes in the proposed Neighborhood Enterprise Zone and shall publish a notice of the public hearing in The Grand Rapids Press. 92234 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS, it is necessary to accept a Public Utilities Easement in connection with a future public water main in the City of Walker; therefore 21 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 RESOLVED: 1. That the City accept a Public Utilities Easement for the future construction and maintenance of public utilities from the following property owner, and for the nominal considerations as noted, which were paid by the developer: Phillip G. Schwallier and Judy A. Schwallier Trust $1.00 1185 9 Mile Road Sparta, MI 49345 3410 4 Mile Road NW, Parcel No. 41-13-05-200-002 2. That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record the aforesaid Easement with the Kent County Register of Deeds. 92235 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. A request has been received from Corewell Health (f/k/a BHSH System and Spectrum Health System) and Spectrum Health Continuing Care and/or its successor in interest (the Petitioner), the owner(s) of all adjacent property, for the vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street described as: Public Right-of-Way to be Vacated - Approximate Address 700 Bond Ave. NW A portion of Bond Avenue located South of Newberry Street and North of Trowbridge Street of Plat of the Village of Kent (commonly called Kent Plat), a part of Section 24, Town 7 North, Range 12 West, City of Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 19 of Plats, Pages 12 and 13; more particularly described as: Commencing at the intersection of the South right-of-way line of Newberry Street and the East right-of-way line of Bond Avenue; thence S00°04'04"W 224.37 feet along the said East right-of-way to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing S00°04'04"W 275.68 feet along the said East right-of-way of Bond Avenue to the North right-of-way line of Fairbanks Street; thence continuing along said East right-of-way S00°08'01"W 316.07 feet; thence N89°59'51"W 65.64 feet along the extension of the North line of Lot 351 of said Kent Plat to the Northeast corner of Lot 351 also being the West right-of-way line of Bond Avenue; thence N00°04'04"E 591.82 feet along the said West right-of-way line of Bond Avenue to the Northeast corner of Lot 576 of Kent Plat; thence S89°55'56"E 66.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Containing 38,951 square feet, more or less, subject to corrections and/or adjustments by survey; and DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 22 2. It is necessary to accept three Limited Public Access Easements in connection with the aforesaid request; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That all reports of all interested parties being favorable, the City Commission consents to the aforesaid vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 North of Trowbridge Street subject to the following conditions; and 2. That the Petitioner provides to the City utility easements for existing and future utilities in a location to be approved by the City Engineer or designee, or that the Petitioner pays for the relocation or abandonment of said utilities if such relocation or abandonment is approved by the City. The grade of the area encumbered by the easement and the grade of the existing improvements located thereon shall not be changed without prior written approval of the City. The Petitioner shall not place structures within the easement area; and 3. That the Petitioner provides to Consumers Energy Company Michigan Consolidated Gas Company, AT&T, and Comcast easements, as necessary, for existing and future facilities or pays for the relocation of said utilities in the area to be vacated in Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street. 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 the Petitioner causes to be completed an amended plat conforming to State of Michigan requirements of the area affected by this vacation request, the cost of which is estimated to be $2,500; and 5. That the Petitioner causes the northerly and southerly termini of the portion of Bond Avenue that is to remain and the westerly terminus of Fairbanks Street east of Bond Avenue that is to be vacated to be improved with approved turn-around areas, the cost of which is estimated to be $7,500, including inspection fees. Said improvement work shall include pavement and pavement markings, shall comply with the City's Standard Construction Specifications, shall be completed in accordance with plans approved by the City Engineer or designee, and shall be constructed by a contractor who is licensed for said work by the City. After completion, the City shall inspect said work prior to its acceptance as a public improvement; and 6. That the Petitioner deposits the amount of $15,000, which includes inspection fees, to be held in escrow by the City. Said amount includes the estimated costs outlined in Items 4 and 5, and an estimated cost of $5,000 for engineering administrative fees. The City shall hold said escrow amount until such time as the amended plat requirement outlined in Item 4 23 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 and all improvement work outlined in Item 5 have been completed. When said amended plat has been completed and the improvement work has been completed, inspected, and accepted by the City, any such monies remaining in the escrow account will be returned to the Petitioner. The inspection fees and the engineering administrative fees shall be charged to the escrow account. If, after a reasonable length of time, the said amended plat requirement outlined in Item 4 and/or improvement work outlined in Item 5 have not been completed, the City may use the money held in escrow to accomplish the same. If any additional costs are incurred by the City in connection with the aforesaid amended plat requirement outlined in Item 4 and/or improvement work outlined in Item 5, including inspection fees and engineering administrative fees, which exceed the escrow amount of $15,000, the Petitioner will be responsible to reimburse the City for said costs; and 7. That consent be predicated on receipt of the escrow funds outlined in Item 6; and 8. That consent be predicated on Petitioner entering into an indemnity agreement with the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney, in relation to the Limited Public Access Easements; and 9. That the Petitioner shall deliver a recorded copy of the court judgment regarding the aforesaid vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet north of Trowbridge Street to the City Attorney's office; and 10. That the City hereby accepts three Limited Public Access Easements from the Petitioner, each for nominal consideration of One Dollar ($1.00 - total $3.00); and 11. That the City shall decertify 592 feet from the City of Grand Rapids Act 51 report for 2022 to the State of Michigan in connection with the aforesaid vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street; and 12. That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record this resolution with the Kent County Register of Deeds. 92236 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. A request has been received from Corewell Health (f/k/a BHSH System and Spectrum Health System) and Spectrum Health Continuing Care, the owner(s) of all adjacent properties, for the vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street; and DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 24 2. It is necessary to approve an agreement and to accept an easement in connection with the aforesaid vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the City approves an agreement with Corewell Health (f/k/a BHSH System and Spectrum Health System) and Spectrum Health Continuing Care and/or its successor(s) in interest, and that contingent upon approval by the City Attorney as to form, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the aforesaid agreement on behalf of the City; and 2. That, contingent upon successful completion of the aforesaid street vacation, the City accepts a Sidewalk Easement from the following property owner for nominal consideration of One Dollar in a location to be approved by the City Engineer or designee: Corewell Health (f/k/a BHSH System and Spectrum Health System) and Spectrum Health Continuing Care ($1.00) and/or its successor(s) in interest 100 Michigan Street NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503; and 3. That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record the aforesaid easement with the Kent County Register of Deeds. 92237 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS, it is necessary to approve a Construction Letter Agreement, a Sanitary Sewer Financing Agreement, and a Water Main Financing Agreement for the construction of public sanitary sewer and water main facilities in connection with Sanitary Sewer Relocation and Water Main in Bristol Avenue (Coopersville and Marne Railway Bridge Replacement; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the aforesaid Construction Letter Agreement, Sanitary Sewer Financing Agreement in an amount “not-to-exceed” $100,000, and Water Main Financing Agreement in an amount “not-to-exceed” $130,000; between the City of Grand Rapids (City) and the City of Walker be approved and that, upon approval as to form by the City Attorney, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said Agreements on behalf of the City. 92238 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS, bids were received on November 29, 2022 for the following project: 25 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 Lagoon Improvements at the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”) and EV Construction Co. (EV) submitted a bid of $545,216.88 for which the engineer’s estimate, prepared by Fishbeck Thompson Carr & Huber (Fishbeck), is $600,048.00; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the bid of EV 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” $704,500 which includes the costs of the construction contract, previously authorized design phase services by Fishbeck, and construction phase services. $704,500 to be charged to the applicable Water System 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. E. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 92239 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. Staff has evaluated the City-controlled property located at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW (the “Property”) for disposition in accordance with City Commission Policy 900-63; and 2. It has been determined that the disposition of the Property can achieve various City and community stakeholder goals which will be best accomplished by disposition according to the Request for Proposals (RFP) method described in the City Commission Policy 900-63; and 3. An RFP has been prepared consistent with the Policy, and which outlines the goals to be accomplished, the timeline for proposals to be received, and the criteria to be used to evaluate proposals; therefore RESOLVED that staff is authorized to proceed with issuance of the RFP and evaluation of proposals received with a recommendation to be presented to the City Commission following review. DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 26 92240 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. The Water/Sewer rate studies have been undertaken and completed for the years 1976 through 2021; and 2. The 2022 Water/Sewer rate review has been completed using the same general methodology as the 1976 through 2021 Water/Sewer rate studies, as adjusted where appropriate for the uniform water and sanitary sewer service agreements; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That pursuant to Section 2.33 of Chapter 26 of the City Code, the following City water rates, charges and fees will be as follows: a. Front foot rate Domestic $118 Commercial $180 b. Integrated water connection fees i. Plan Review and Connection Fee (PRC) 1. Residential Users (three residential units or less) Meter Size PRC Fee ¾ inch or less $380 1 inch $390 1½ inch $390 2. All other Users (including residential of more than 3 units, commercial, industrial, governmental and religious) Meter Size PRC Fee ¾ inch or less $725 1 inch $960 1½ inch $1,270 2 inch $1,750 3 inch $2,180 27 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 4 inch $3,130 6 inch $4,400 ii. Meter Capacity Fee (MCC) (when water and sanitary sewer connections are made at the same time only one Meter Capacity Fee shall be charged) Meter Size MCC Fee ¾ inch or less $210 1 inch $300 1½ inch $750 2 inch $880 3 inch $1,650 4 inch At Cost 6 inch At Cost Ultrasonic Meters 1-1/2” – 12” At Cost iii. Fire Protection Review Fee All Fire Service Sizes $750 iv. Commercial Plan Assessment Fee (for instances where there is an established connection or property has been previously reviewed) All Sizes $125 c. Commodity rates within the City of Grand Rapids $2.31 per 100 cubic Domestic feet $2.31 per 100 cubic Commercial feet $2.31 per 100 cubic Industrial feet DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 28 d. Monthly service charge within the City of Grand Rapids Size of Meter Charge ¾ inch or less $12.28 1 inch $18.93 1¼ inch $27.48 1½ inch $37.93 2 inches $64.53 3 inches $140.53 4 inches $246.93 6 inches or larger $550.93 e. Fire protection charge Size of Pipe Monthly Quarterly 6 inches $21.35 $64.05 8 inches $37.88 $113.64 10 inches $59.35 $178.05 12 inches $85.41 $256.23 f. Water service pipe costs 50 ft. 60 ft. 66 ft. 80 ft. 100 ft. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. Cost for 1 inch Water Service $3,200 $3,600 $3,900 $4,500 $5,400 Cost for 1½ inch Water Service $4,500 $5,100 $5,500 $6,200 $7,300 Cost for 2 inches Water Service $5,000 $5,500 $5,900 $6,700 $7,800 g. Non-metered hydrant connection use fee (pool filling per connection) - $100 refundable deposit + $75/week h. Hydrant use permit (non-metered connection – residential customers) - $50 i. Hydrant use permit fee (metered connection) - $300 29 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 j. Metered hydrant connection use fee (per connection) - City of Grand Rapids account holder and Non-account holder - $500 refundable deposit + $25/week + metered volume (commodity charges at City of Grand Rapids rate) k. Hydrant connection assistance requests - $100 service fee l. Hydrant flow test - $200 m. Tapping permits (all sizes) - $375 n. Meter service on/off requests (normal service hours 8am-7pm M-F) Meter Size Fee All Sizes $70 Inspections/repair scheduled on & off request (may also $70 need meter install) o. Meter replacement (non-system planned/scheduled replacement) (In addition to meter installation fee) Meter Size Fee ¾ inch or less $210 1 inch $300 1½ inch $750 2 inches $880 3 inches $1,650 4 inches or larger At cost Ultrasonic Meters At cost p. Final or actual meter reading - $60 q. Meter testing fee – paid by customer if meter is accurate, no charge if meter is faulty (In addition to Service On/Off Requests Fee) Meter Size Fee ¾ inch or less $150 1 inch $150 1½ inch $200 2 inches $350 3 inches $500 4 inches or larger At cost DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 30 Ultrasonic Meters At cost r. Meter interface unit replacement - $170 s. Security deposit - $500 t. Street opening permit - $300 u. Water inspection permit (within City) - $85 v. Water inspection permit (outside City) - $100 w. Sanitary Service line inspection permit (within City) - $85 x. Sanitary Service line inspection permit (outside City) - $100 y. Storm Service line inspection permit (within City) - $85 z. Storm Service line inspection permit (outside City) - $100 aa. Footing drain lateral inspection permit (within City) - $85 bb. Footing drain lateral inspection permit (outside City) - $100 cc. Sewer lateral service demolition/cap off inspection fee (within City) - $85 dd. Sewer lateral service demolition/cap off inspection fee (outside City) - $100 ee. Plumbing service re-inspection fee - $85 ff. Cross connection re-inspection fee - $75 gg. Irrigation Service Cut/Cap Administration fee - $70 hh. Delinquent Commercial Backflow Test fee (per device) - $25 ii. Customer requested onsite service - $100 jj. Administrative/Research fee (review or processing of account for non-payment, returned payment, shut-off, posting of property, and/or backflow non-compliance. Documentation creation for account of location information, FOIA request may still be required) – $70 kk. Late payment penalty – 10% of net ll. Missed appointment fee - $50 mm. Unauthorized operation, tampering, or removal of any Water or Sanitary Sewer System owned or maintained valve, asset, infrastructure, or equipment (for example, but not limited to, valves, meters, meter reading equipment, hydrants, and curb stops and box) - $500 plus double commodity rate for estimated volume and unbilled readiness to serve charges that may apply plus doubling of penalties for each subsequent infraction nn. Unauthorized use or illegal connection to any Water or Sanitary Sewer System owned pipe, property and/or 31 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 private plumbing system served by the Water and/or Sanitary Sewer System - $500 plus double commodity rate for estimated volume and any unbilled readiness to serve charges that may apply plus doubling of penalties for each subsequent infraction oo. Failure to return or return of damaged beyond repair / repairable hydrant connection equipment – Cost + 10% pp. Repair/replace damage to fire hydrant – Cost + 10% qq. Permit infractions/violations – $100 plus double commodity rate for estimated volume and any unbilled readiness to serve charges that may apply plus doubling of penalties for each subsequent infraction rr. Returned check charge - $30 ss. Unauthorized service tap of Water or Sewer main - $500 plus double commodity rate for estimated volume and any unbilled readiness to serve charges that may apply plus doubling of penalties for each subsequent infraction tt. Any cost recovery due to damaged caused or undue oversight of any location, account, or infrastructure of the Water and/or Sanitary Sewer System will be charged in accordance with cost recovery methodology for time and materials, including a 10% administrative charge for processing – Cost + 10% uu. Watermain oversizing rates $30.17 per lineal 8 – 12 inches foot $57.40 per lineal 12 – 16 inches foot $87.57 per lineal 8 – 16 inches foot vv. Circuit breaker allocation Individual Circuit Breaker (ICB) $210,446 City and Customer Community Circuit Breaker (CCCCB) $913,118 2. That Pursuant to Section 2.94 of Chapter 27 of the City Code, the following City sewer rates, charges and fees will be as follows: a. Front foot rate Domestic $110 Commercial $175 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 32 b. Integrated sewer connection fees (based on water meter size) i. Plan Review and Connection Fee (PRC) 1. Residential Users (three residential units or less) Meter Size PRC Fee ¾ inch or less $380 1 inch $390 1½ inch $390 2. All other Users (including residential of more than 3 units, commercial, industrial, governmental and religious) Meter Size PRC Fee ¾ inch or less $725 1 inch $960 1½ inch $1,270 2 inch $1,750 3 inch $2,180 4 inch $3,130 6 inch $4,400 ii. Meter Capacity Fee (when water and sanitary sewer connections are made at the same time only one Meter Capacity Fee shall be charged Meter Size MCC Fee ¾ inch or less $210 1 inch $300 1½ inch – T2 $750 2 inch – T2 $880 3 inch – T2 $1,650 4 inch – T2 At Cost 6 inch – T2 At Cost Ultrasonic Meters 33 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 1-1/2” – 12” At Cost iii. Commercial Plan Assessment Fee (for instances where there is an established connection or property has been previously reviewed) All Sizes $125 c. Commodity rates within the City of Grand Rapids $4.45 per 100 cubic Domestic feet $4.45 per 100 cubic Commercial feet $4.45 per 100 cubic Industrial feet d. Monthly service charge within the City of Grand Rapids Size of Meter Charge ¾ inch or less $16.31 1 inch $26.23 1¼ inch $38.98 1½ inch $54.56 2 inches $94.23 3 inches $207.56 4 inches $366.23 6 inches or larger $819.56 e. Wastewater surcharges for industrial customers BOD $0.446 TSS $0.655 Phos $4.758 NH3 $0.518 f. Concentrated waste credit DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 34 BOD $0.101 Phos $2.191 NH3 $0.037 g. Significant industrial user discharge permit fee - $400 plus the surcharge analytical fees h. Surcharge analytical fees Metals 1 Metal $10.50/each 2 Metals $14.25 total 3 Metals $18.00 total 4 Metals $21.75 total 5 Metals $25.50 total 6 Metals $29.25 total 7 Metals $33.00 total 8 Metals $36.75 total 9 Metals $40.50 total 10 Metals $44.25 total 11 Metals $48.00 total 12 Metals $51.75 total 13 Metals $55.50 total 14 Metals $59.25 total TSS $10.50/each BOD $21/each BOD 7 $21/each COD $15.50/each Total Phosphorus $10.50/each pH $5.25/each EPA 624.1 $46/each EPA 625.2 $102/each BTEX/MTBE $46/each 35 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 Sulfide $21/each Oil and Grease $21/each Total Cyanide $21/each Hexavalent Chromium $26/each Fecal Coliform $18/each Mercury (EPA 245.1 or 245.2) $18.50/each Ammonia $15.50/each Pesticides and PCBS EPA 608 $122/each PCB’s $62/each Phenols $21/each PFAS EPA 537 Modified $245/each (samples, duplicate and blank) PFAS by LCMSMS $285/each (samples, duplicate and blank) EPA 1666 Volatile Organics in Pharmaceuticals $46/each EPA 524.2 Purgeable Organics $46/each Methyl Blue Active Substances (MBAS) $62/each Color $15.50/each Labor $73.28/hour Sampler $50/day Vehicle $4.01/hour 1.5 hours per Composite Labor sample 1.0 hours per Grab Sample Labor sample i. Sewer lateral charges 50 ft. 60 ft. 66 ft. 80 ft. 100 ft. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. R.O.W. Cost for 6 inch lateral $3,300 $3,800 $4,100 $4,900 $6,000 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 36 j. Sewer oversizing rates Amount Description (per lineal foot) 8 – 10 inches $8.72 8 – 12 inches $15.57 8 – 15 inches $34.88 10 – 12 inches $6.85 10 – 15 inches $26.16 12 – 15 inches $19.31 k. Footing drain disconnect opt out charge - $76.59 per customer per month 3. That the above Water and Sewer rates, charges and fees are approved and shall be effective January 1, 2023. 92241 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Reppart. WHEREAS: 1. The Water/Sewer rate studies have been undertaken and completed for the years 1976 through 2021; and 2. The 2022 Water/Sewer Rate Review has been completed using the same general methodology as the 1976 through 2021 Water/Sewer Rate Studies, as adjusted where appropriate for the uniform water and sanitary sewer service agreements; therefore RESOLVED: 1. That the attached water and sewer rates are approved for retail and wholesale partner communities of the City’s Water Supply System and Sanitary Sewer System and shall be effective January 1, 2023; and 2. That the Utility Financial Officer is directed to notify the contractual water and sewer service customers in writing of the water and sewer rates, and the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to take any action as may be required to evidence the new water and sewer rates. 37 CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2022 ORDINANCES 92242 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Jones. Yeas: Bliss, Lenear, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody ORDINANCE NO. 2022 - 52 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 2022-13, the Budget of the City of Grand Rapids for Fiscal Year 2023, as amended. General Operating Fund Previously Approved Resources 172,167,024.38 Other (225,293.00) From (To) Fund Balance 100,000.00 Total Amended Resources 172,041,731.38 Previously Approved Appropriations 172,167,024.38 Executive Office 100,000.00 Fire Department 765,880.00 General Administration Department (991,173.00) Total Amended Appropriations 172,041,731.38 Police Grants Fund Previously Approved Resources 1,635,278.04 Other 36,504.00 From (To) Fund Balance - Total Amended Resources 1,671,782.04 Previously Approved Appropriations 1,635,278.04 Requested Changes 36,504.00 Total Amended Appropriations 1,671,782.04 Fire Grants Fund Previously Approved Resources 970,381.61 Other 2,862,128.00 From (To) Fund Balance - Total Amended Resources 3,832,509.61 Previously Approved Appropriations 970,381.61 Requested Changes 2,862,128.00 Total Amended Appropriations 3,832,509.61 Parks Operating Fund Previously Approved Resources 9,182,178.03 DECEMBER 13, 2022 CITY COMMISSION 38 Other 225,293.00 From (To) Fund Balance - Total Amended Resources 9,407,471.03 Previously Approved Appropriations 9,182,178.03 Requested Changes 225,293.00 Total Amended Appropriations 9,407,471.03 Parks Millage Fund Previously Approved Resources 8,035,707.88 Other 493,098.47 From (To) Fund Balance - Total Amended Resources 8,528,806.35 Previously Approved Appropriations 8,035,707.88 Requested Changes 493,098.47 Total Amended Appropriations 8,528,806.35 Public Library Grants/Projects Fund Previously Approved Resources 2,153,000.00 Other - From (To) Fund Balance 380,000.00 Total Amended Resources 2,533,000.00 Previously Approved Appropriations 2,153,000.00 Requested Changes 380,000.00 Total Amended Appropriations 2,533,000.00 Parking Operating Fund Previously Approved Resources 17,557,630.72 Other - From (To) Retained Earnings 50,000.00 Total Amended Resources 17,607,630.72 Previously Approved Appropriations 17,557,630.72 Requested Changes 50,000.00 Total Amended Appropriations 17,607,630.72 Result: Adopted. Mover: O’Connor. Supporter: Ysasi. Yeas: Bliss, Lenear, O’Connor, Jones, Ysasi, Reppart, Moody Motion to give immediate effect. ADJOURNMENT Commission adjourned at 9:38 PM JOEL H. HONDORP City Clerk

Agenda

CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS CITY COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 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 - Dec 6, 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. Communication from Marilyn Mennetti regarding their resignation from the Board of Review 2. Communication received from Jacqueline Schmidt expressing concerns regarding the spectrum project located at Cedar and Fuller 3. Communication received from community leaders and residents requesting action to address health and safety concerns in the community 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. Treasurer’s Report for Period of November 22, 2022 through November 30, 2022 2. Warrant 11/23/2022 thru 11/29/2022 3. The City Clerk submitted the Mayor's 2023 Standing Committees and Other Commissioner Appointments Report 4. City Manager Report of Public Safety Committee Recommendation Regarding Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) Staffing - Add-On 4. City Manager Report of Public Safety Committee Recommendation Regarding Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) Staffing - Add-On 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 year-end appointments to various boards and commissions - Revised B. FISCAL COMMITTEE The Committee considers and makes recommendations on matters referring to bids, claims, and other financial matters of the City. 1. Resolution authorizing a budget substitution for final design of the Knapp's Corner Drain Drainage District improvements project for $300,000 2. Resolution approving a one-year extension for health, vision, and prescription drug insurance administration through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and dental insurance administration through Delta Dental of Michigan with an administration cost of not-to-exceed $1,174,845 3. Resolution approving a three-year contract with Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services (Agent of Record) – Property and Casualty Insurance totaling $157,500 4. Resolution recommending City Commission approval of providing sponsorship for ArtPrize 2023 through Mobile GR and the Office of Special Events in the amount of $150,000 and $50,000 of in-kind services from Mobile GR 5. Resolution recognizing Drive Charities, Inc. as a Local Civic Organization 6. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $924,400 for Pressure Reducing Valve Replacement in West Regulated and Alger Pressure District 7. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $294,757 for the Relocation of the Eastside Trunk Sewer Project (Contract No. 1) 8. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $280,100 Replacement of Lead Services Lines at Various Locations 2022-2 9. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $344,950 for the Reconstruction of Giddings Ave from Burton St to Boston St 10. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $194,400 for Water Main and Service Replacement in Page St, Lister Ct, Plainfield Ave, and Carrier St 11. Bid List Resolution for December 13, 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 RKM Fireworks Co. for indoor special effects at the Van Andel Arena in connection with the Griffins Hockey New Year's Eve Event on December 31, 2022 2. Resolution authorizing filing of a petition with the Kent County Drain Commissioner to (1) make improvements to and extend the Knapp’s Corner Drain, and (2) consolidate Leonard-Leffingwell Drain and Leffingwell Drain as part of the Knapp’s Corner Chapter 20 Drain. 3. Resolution to authorize the filing of a petition with the Kent County Drain Commissioner to conduct maintenance and make improvements to the Lamberton Creek Drain. 4. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for January 10, 2023, to consider a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 974 Front Avenue Redevelopment Project at 974 Front Avenue NW 5. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for January 24, 2023, to consider a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 415 Sheldon Avenue Redevelopment Project at 415 Sheldon Avenue SE 6. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for January 24, 2023, to consider the establishment of a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for the 415 Sheldon project located at 415 Sheldon Avenue SE 7. Resolution accepting Public Utilities Easement upon a Request from the City of Walker 8. Resolution consenting to the Vacation of Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street and accepting three Easements. 9. Resolution approving an Agreement and accepting a Sidewalk Easement for $1.00 in Vacated Bond Avenue from 250 feet North of Trowbridge Street to 842 feet North of Trowbridge Street 10. Resolution approving a Construction Letter Agreement, a Sanitary Sewer Financing Agreement in the amount of $100,0000, and a Water Main Financing Agreement in the amount of $130,000 in connection with the Coopersville and Marne Railway Bridge Replacement (Bristol Avenue) 11. Resolution awarding a contract with EV Construction Co. for Lagoon Improvements at the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant in the amount of $545,216.88 with total amount not-to- exceed $704,500 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 authorizing the release of a Request for Proposals for the development of the City-controlled property located at 1350 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW 2. Resolution approving the adjusted City water and sewer rates in accordance with the 2022 water/sewer rate review 3. Resolution approving water and sewer rates in accordance with the 2022 water/sewer rate review for the retail and wholesale Partner Communities of the City's Water Supply System and Sanitary Sewer System X. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT XI. ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED 1. Ordinance amending Section 1 of the Budget Ordinance 2022-13 for Fiscal Year 2023 (Amendment No. 9) 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. 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