Harbor Commission
Regular MeetingManistee, MI · September 1, 2020
Minutes
HARBOR COMMISSION MINUTES
MEETING OF September 1, 2020
A meeting of the Manistee Harbor Commission scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at
1:00 p.m. at the Manistee Municipal Marina, 480 River Street, Manistee MI.
Roll Call Present Excused Absence Unexcused Absence
Commissioner Fritz Boehm x
Commissioner Ty Cook x
Commissioner Jeff Mikula x
Commissioner Tom Swedenborg x
Commissioner Alex Zaccanelli x
Commissioner Tracey Lindeman x
Commissioner - Vacancy --- --- ---
City Manager Thad Taylor x
OTHERS PRESENT
Kelly McColl
PUBLIC HEARING
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Alex Zaccanelli, second by Ty Cook, to approve the agenda as submitted. Voice
vote - motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
• None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION by Ty Cook, second by Alex Zaccanelli, to approve the minutes from the January 21,
2020 meeting as presented. Voice vote - motion carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
• Marina Dock Replacement Update
o Grant application to replace final five docks has been sent to and received by the
State of Michigan. State is prioritizing monies for emergency highwater issues this
year. Slight chance of success – prepared to reapply again.
o Match money for replacement docks is available though as the City recently sold
bonds to finance Capital Improvement projects, which includes the docks.
o Final five docks will match the other replacement docks. They have been permitted
through the Corps of Engineers and EGLE. Permits are good for 3-5 years.
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o Partial funding for the docks was sought through the Manistee County Community
Foundation but was not chosen. Foundation felt that the docks didn’t benefit the
overall public. Upcoming development of area around the Marina may change that.
o Discussed raising of the gas dock.
• No Wake Signs Update
o Delay getting in this spring due to barge motor needing to be replaced.
o No wake zone starts at the pierhead and there is no signage to indicate that.
o When welcome sign along the water is reinstalled Commission asked that No Wake
Zone be added to it.
MOTION by Tom Swedenborg, second by Alex Zaccanelli, to add some signage further lakeside,
than currently exists, to indicate a no wake zone. Voice vote - motion carried.
• Shoreline Stabilization Updates
o Stabilization will include stub pier to approximately the first home on the channel.
o Submitting joint applications for permits to Corps of Engineers and EGLE. Will be
advertising for bids shortly after permits issued.
o Work could begin as soon as this fall but more likely, Summer 2021.
o First Street overlook is included in stabilization plan.
STAFF REPORTS
Harbormaster.
• Marina Operations
o New position for Jeff Mikula, therefore he requested feedback from Commissioners
about what information will be helpful for him to bring to these meetings. What are
their expectations?
▪ Discussion included: charter fishing boats renting seasonal slips, how much
sheriff’s department and DNR pay for slips, end of season report, and
vandalism.
City Manager.
• Boat launch ramp revenue report distributed and discussed.
NEW BUSINESS
• Increasing seasonal charter boats allowed in the Marina. Jeff Mikula will look into and the
Commission can discuss and make a recommendation at a future meeting.
MOTION by Ty Cook, second by Tom Swedenborg, to have Jeff Mikula invite Laura Brennan to
the October meeting to give an end of season marina report. Voice vote - motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• None.
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OTHER COMMENTS
• Ty Cook – Looking forward to next year with all the upcoming projects.
• Boat House property purchase by Ted Fricano and the plans for the property.
• What boaters want from a Marina – plans for the Boat House will enhance our Marina
operations.
• Availability of daily docks.
• White Lake Dock and Dredge finished the dredging and clean-up.
ADJOURNMENT
Next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall,
70 Maple Street, Manistee, Michigan.
MOTION to adjourn by Alex Zaccanelli, second by Tracey Lindeman at 1:56 p.m.
Kelly McColl
Recording Secretary
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Agenda
Manistee Harbor Commission
Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. – Municipal Marina Open Space
480 River Street, Manistee MI 49660
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Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
Public Comments on Agenda Items (5-minute limit)
Approval of Minutes
• Minutes of January 21, 2020
Unfinished Business
• Marina Dock Replacement Update
• No Wake Signs Update
• Shoreline Stabilization Project Update
Reports
• Harbormaster – Marina Operations
• City Manager – Boat Launch Revenue
New Business
• Other
Public Comment (5-minute limit)
Comments by Harbor Commissioners
Adjourn
Strategic Plan Action Items:
• 1.1.1 Ordinance Review • 4.1.2 Change of Focus
• 1.1.2 Recruitment • 4.1.3 Early & Late Season
• 2.1.1 Skid Piers • 5.1.1 Around the Lake Discussions
• 2.1.2 Docks • 5.1.2 Sister Marina
• 2.1.3 Boat Launches • 5.1.3 Reach Out to Key Stakeholders
• 3.1.1 Loss Revenue • 6.1.1 Update Website Info
• 3.1.2 Revenue Sources • 6.1.2 Marina Relationships / DDA
• 3.1.3 Expenses • 6.1.3 Update Info in Visitors Guide
• 4.1.1 Transient Users Needs
HARBOR COMMISSION MINUTES
MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 2020
A meeting of the Manistee Harbor Commission was called to order by the Chair on Tuesday,
January 21, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Second Floor Conference Room, City Hall, 70 Maple Street,
Manistee MI 49660.
Roll Call Present Excused Absence Unexcused Absence
Commissioner Fritz Boehm
Commissioner Ty Cook
Commissioner Tim Kozal
Commissioner Tom Swedenborg
Commissioner Alex Zaccanelli
Commissioner Tracey Lindeman
Commissioner - Vacancy --- --- ---
City Manager Thad Taylor
OTHERS PRESENT
Rob Carson – County Planner
PUBLIC HEARING
Chair Swedenborg opened the Public Hearing at 1:01 p.m.
Thad Taylor introduced Rob Carson, County Planner, to the Commission. Tim Kozal explained
the process for approving the Harbor Recreation Plan, which includes the public hearing.
There being no additional comments from the public, Chair Swedenborg closed the
Public Hearing at 1:03 p.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Ty Cook second by Alex Zaccanelli, to approve the agenda as submitted. Voice
vote - motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
• None
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
As required in the bylaws, the election of officers shall occur at the first meeting of each calendar
year and officers shall take office upon selection and shall hold office for a term of one year.
For the position of Chair:
Alex Zaccanelli nominated Tom Swedenborg; nomination supported by Tracey Lindeman.
There being no further nominations, all voted in favor of Tom Swedenborg as Chair.
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For the position of Vice-chair:
Ty Cook nominated Fritz Boehm; nomination supported by Alex Zaccanelli.
There being no further nominations, all voted in favor of Fritz Boehm as Vice-chair.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION by Tim Kozal, second by Alex Zaccanelli, to approve the minutes for the December
10, 2019 as presented. Voice vote - motion carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Rob Carson, County Planner, introduced the Resolution of Adoption of the Harbor Recreation
Plan. Responding to a question he advised that the plan addresses and meets all the State of
Michigan guidelines.
The Harbor Commission accepted the Resolution of Adoption with correction to the location of
the meeting in paragraph seven, from the Council Chambers to the Conference Room.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Absent: 1
STAFF REPORTS
Harbormaster.
• With the Harbor Recreation Plan approval, the pieces are falling into place to apply for the
grants to get the remaining docks replaced – that’s the goal.
• No Wake Zone signs should arrive anytime. City staff will post.
City Manager. Provided copies of 2019 Highlights booklet.
• Discussed high water levels and shoreline erosion.
o Council passed a resolution asking Governor Whitmer to declare the shoreline a disaster.
She hasn’t made that declaration but did respond.
o Governor’s office has reached out to FEMA and were informed that the State must
exhaust resources before any Federal relief would be available.
o MML is aware of issue and in contact with State Legislators.
o February 11, 2020 Council work session shoreline erosion will be discussed.
o Concern over flooding on Fifth Avenue.
NEW BUSINESS
• Annual Review of Bylaws - MOTION by Alex Zaccanelli, second by Tim Kozal to accept the
bylaws with the change to the City logo. Voice vote – motion carried.
• Annual Review of Strategic Plan – MOTION by Tracey Lindeman, second by Tim Kozal to
adopt the Strategic Plan, with section 5.1.2 removed, for another 3 years with yearly reviews.
Voice vote – motion carried.
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• Annual Review of Member Roster – MOTION by Tim Kozal, second by Tracey Lindeman to
approve the roster as presented. Voice vote – motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• None.
OTHER COMMENTS
• None
ADJOURNMENT
Next meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Second Floor Conference
Room, City Hall, 70 Maple Street, Manistee, Michigan.
MOTION to adjourn by Tim Kozal, second by Alex Zaccanelli at 1:50 p.m.
Draft – km
Kelly McColl
Recording Secretary
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BOAT LAUNCH REVENUES
2012 - 2013 Rate Structure: $5 / Daily, $35 / Seasonal
2013 - 2016 Rate Structure: $10 / Daily, $40 / Seasonal
2020 Rate Structure: $10 / Daily, $45 / Seasonal
2020 BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 16 = $720 111 = $4995 89 = $4005 51= $2295 =$ =$ =$
Daily Permits 0=$ 101 = $1010 154 = $1540 233 = $2330 =$ =$ =$
Annual Total =$
2019 BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 69 = $2,760 62 = $2,480 129 = $5,160 46 = $1,840 152 = $6,080 17 = $680 475 = $19,000
Daily Permits 0=0 19 = $190 144 = $1,440 34 = $340 335 = $3,350 319 = $3,190 851 = $8,510
Annual Total 1,326 = $27,510
2018 BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 89 = $3,560 144 = 5,760 79 = $3,160 98 = $3,920 173 = $6,920 7 = $280 590 = $23,600
Daily Permits 15 = $150 75 = $750 92 = $920 121 = $1,210 695 = $6,950 237 = $2,370 1,235 = $12,350
Annual Total 1,825 = $35,950
2017 BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 42 = $1,680 148 = $5,920 79 = $3,160 99 = $3,960 146 = $5,840 19 = $760 533 = $21,320
Daily Permits 0 86 = $860 101 = $1,010 226 = $2,260 534 = $5,340 290 = $2,900 1,237 = $12,370
Annual Total 1,770 = $33,690
2016 BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 113= $4,520 63 = $2,520 102 = $4,080 91 = $3,640 159 - $6,360 35 = 1,400 563 = $22,520
Daily Permits 41 = $410 72 = $720 106 = $1,060 229 = $2,290 732 = $7,320 383 = 3,830 1,563 = $15,630
Annual Total 2,126 = $38,150
Updated: August 6, 2020
BOAT LAUNCH REVENUES
2012 - 2013 Rate Structure: $5 / Daily, $35 / Seasonal
2013 - 2016 Rate Structure: $10 / Daily, $40 / Seasonal
2020 Rate Structure: $10 / Daily, $45 / Seasonal
2015 FIRST STREET BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 84 = $3,360 69 = $2,760 78 = $3,120 106 = 4,240 109 = $4,360 52 = $2,080 498 = $19,920
Daily Permits 31 = $310 39 = $390 64 = $640 219 = 2,190 338 = $3,380 459 = $4,590 1,150 = $11,500
Annual Total 1,648 = $31,420
2014 FIRST STREET BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 35 = $1,400 113 = $4,520 95 = $3,800 126 = $5,040 159 = $6,360 22 = $880 550 = $22,000
Daily Permits 0 65 = $650 100 = $1,000 198 = $1,980 687 = $6,870 255 = $2,550 1,305 = $13,050
Annual Total 1,855 = $35,050
2013 FIRST STREET BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 39 = $1,365 78 = $2,730 54 = $1,890 104 = $4,160 224 = $8,960 23 = $920 522 = $20,025
Daily Permits 14 = $70 137 = $685 109 = $545 199 = $1,990 734 = $7,340 285 = $2,850 1,478 = $13,480
Annual Total 2,000 = $33,505
2012 FIRST STREET BOAT LAUNCH REVENUE
PRESEASON MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER TOTALS
Seasonal Permits 31 = $1,085 89 = $3,115 69 = $2,415 150 = $5,250 96 = $3,360 8 = 280 443 = $15,505
Daily Permits 0 114 = $570 137 = $685 687 = $3,435 1,279 = $6,395 626 = $3,130 2,843 = $14,215
Annual Total 3,286 = $29,720
Updated: August 6, 2020
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