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Sterling Heights, MI · October 6, 2015

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CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2015 IN CITY HALL Mayor Michael C. Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Taylor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Mark Carufel, City Clerk, gave the Invocation. Council Members present at roll call: Deanna Koski, Joseph V. Romano, Maria G. Schmidt, Nate Shannon, Doug Skrzyniarz, Michael C. Taylor, Barbara A. Ziarko. Also Present: Mark Vanderpool, City Manager; Jeffrey Bahorski, City Attorney; Mark Carufel, City Clerk; Madeline L. Ranella, Recording Secretary. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Koski, seconded by Romano, to approve the Agenda as presented. Yes: All. The motion carried. REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER Mr. Vanderpool reported next Monday, October 12, 2015 is Columbus Day and all City offices and the 41-A District Court Building will be closed. He pointed out there would be no interruption in the refuse collection on either of these days. Mr. Vanderpool reported the DIA Away exhibition, "Think like an Artist" will be on display at the Farmer's Market on Thursday, October 8 from 2-7 p.m. Mr. Vanderpool reported the construction season is continuing. A video was shown at this time highlighting the various construction projects. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 2 Mr. Vanderpool reported on a new driveway snow removal program called Plowz and Mowz. He explained it is an on-demand service where residents would only pay for each individual service call. Mr. Vanderpool pointed out this new service is tailored exclusively for Sterling Heights. He introduced Mr. Andrew Englander, Co-founder of Plowz and Mowz. Mr. Andrew Englander, along with Mr. Dan Lopez, Director of Partnerships, explained Sterling Heights is the first municipality in the country to offer this service. Their goal is for residents of Sterling Heights to put away their snow shovels and access this site through their smart phones. A video was shown at this time highlighting the new program and how residents would access the site and request the services they desire. Residents without smart phones can access the app on the City's website to sign up for service on a particular day. Mr. Dan Lopez explained the program in more detail and how the City employees and residents could track the services. He continued with a video presentation explaining how meteorologist Russ Murley would provide weather updates with his precision weather service. Mr. Lopez pointed out the residents would only have to register their information one time, pick the services they want and pay for only what they request. The starting cost is $35.00 and they are offering a 10% discount coupon code for introductory offers, with other coupons from time to time. The code is Mitten 10. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 3 Mr. Steve Deon, Information Technology Manager, explained the use of the City's website to access Plowz and Mowz and showed the residents how to navigate through the website to access the services. Mr. Vanderpool explained the senior subscriber fairs that would be held and recognized the team of Plowz and Mowz for modifying their software to meet the needs of the residents of Sterling Heights. He also thanked the City Attorneys, Jeff Bahorski and Clark Andrews, for their legal review of this program, Amanda from his office for coordinating the meetings, Community Relations Director Bridget Doyle and the video team for putting together the videos and a special thanks to Steve Deon and his team. He thanked the entire City Council and Mayor Taylor and most especially Councilwoman Koski for pushing the Administration for a possible solution to assist the elderly residents. Councilman Romano questioned what would happen in the event that a major storm was predicted and a person called for snow removal, only to find the next morning that there was only a dusting. Mr. Englander responded no one would come if there wasn't enough snow. Councilman Romano questioned liability and who would be liable. Mr. Englander responded the individual contractors would have general liability insurance and Plowz and Mowz is named as an addition insured. Councilman Romano questioned the cost and whether it would be based on the number of inches of snow. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 4 Mr. Englander responded there would not be an increase in price because of extra snowfall, over and above the prediction. Councilman Romano inquired whether they require social security numbers and Mr. Englander indicated absolutely not. He pointed out all payments are made through the credit card companies and they don’t see any of that information. Councilwoman Schmidt is very excited about this program and appreciates their flexibility and accommodating some of the City's custom needs. She looks forward to partnering with them. Councilman Skrzyniarz added that a program like this is a good example of why a strategic plan is important and a way for the City to be innovative. He thanked Councilwoman Koski for her leadership on this program. Councilwoman Koski asked for a clarification on the procedure as it relates to snow emergencies and the removal of cars from the streets. Mr. Englander responded the consumer is in control throughout the entire process and residents would know the exact time the provider is going to be at their residence. He also pointed out whenever a resident calls their office, they will get a live person, no matter what time it is. Councilwoman Koski stated they are a dream come true and she thanks them so much. Councilman Shannon thanked them for providing this service to Sterling Heights. He inquired whether an individual small business could get involved with Plowz and Mowz. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 5 Mr. Englander stated this has to be a provider that really wants to grow their business. It is not for every provider. Councilman Shannon inquired the availability of on-demand service during a major snowstorm. Mr. Englander responded they know how to do it through route density. Councilwoman Ziarko stated this a great idea and she likes the fact that residents who are by themselves could actually be like a third party biller. The most important part is for residents to register with their credit cards. Mayor Taylor stated he is a Plowz and Mowz customer and has used them for lawn mowing to see how the service would work. He is excited for Sterling Heights to be the first City in the Country to have this service and stated it is a perfect innovation between public/private partnership and he is extremely proud. Mayor Taylor thanked Mr. Vanderpool and Councilwoman Koski. PRESENTATION Police Chief Michael Reese introduced the following two individuals who have recently joined the Sterling Heights Police Department and performed the swearing-in ceremony: Jesse Wilson and Anthony Byrd Chief Reese thanked the City Administration and the City Council for their continued support of the Police Department. Mayor Taylor welcomed the new officers and thanked the residents who stepped up and voiced their concern for more police and fire personnel. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 6 Beautification Commission Chairperson Gary Isom explained the role of the Beautification Commission and how they select the recipients of the awards. He introduced the members of the Beautification Commission in the audience this evening: Co-Chairperson Sharon Mason, Janice Adams, Henrietta Baczewski, Paola Colombini, Steven Duncan, Darlene MacLeod, Ruthann Schinzing, Kate Tuttle-Sniecinski, Anne Williams, Joyce Tye and Stephanie Guran. Mr. Isom invited the Mayor and City Council members to join him in presenting the awards. He also asked Mr. Ken Normath from Eckert's Greenhouse to come forward and pointed out Eckert's Greenhouse donated $25.00 to each recipient. The following Businesses received awards: Credit Union One, Disanto Travel Center, Mercury Promotions, Sterling Heights Medical Center, The following Multi-Family Properties received awards: Arden Courts Memory Care Community, Laurel Valley Apartments and Shoal Creek Apartments. The following Church received an award: St. Matthias. Awards were presented to the following Residential properties: Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 7 Toni & Gilbert Anderson of 13714 Belle Court, Michael & Kathy Andre of 35364 Monza Court, Ray & Maggie Beeman of 35411 Grayfield, Judith Boehmer of 37433 Clubhouse, Larry & Frieda Braun of 37620 Tericrest Denice & Wally Bronson of 36239 Melbourne, Frank & Mary Calabrese of 11510 Anna Lisa, Edward Carroll of 11336 Village, Carolyn Cece of 44833 Morang, Wayne Davis Jr. of 3054 Alden, Joe & Sandy DeGeorge of 38235 Sleigh, Ron & Suzie DePlancke of 10910 Lesure, Paul & Janice Duda of 38417 River Park, Antonino & Mariana Evola of 14707 Howell Court, Gerry & Carol Geisler of 14407 Edshire, Monica Gomolka of 34801 Valleyview, Cindy Howard of 34401 Amsterdam, Dan & Suzanne Kardasz of 14412 Edshire, The Kechichian Family of 37267 Belcrest, Dennis Kijewski of 14400 Edshire, Angela & Richard Lastomirsky of 38618 Woodmont, Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 8 Jamal & Jakleen Marogi of 4411 Bloomfield, Sharon Mason of 11735 Seaton Drive, Tony McCall of 38347 River Park, Kim McQuade of 43243 Chardonnay, Beverly McQuade of 11125 Grenada, Kenneth & Barbara Milczynski of 3521 Leason, Carol & Ted Miller of 38403 River Park, Tony & Anna Moraccini of 11524 Anna Lisa, Art & Anna Mueller of 13841 Deepwood Court, Larry & Georgia Muraszewski of 13819 Bathgate, Georgia & Paul Osak of 38978 Marlborough, Pat & Betty Papineau of 34105 Wilke, Evelyn Ravelo & Estrellita Besa of 8865 Brougham, Dave Renker of 4242 Bloomfield, Fernando & Mary Reyes of 13909 Deepwood Court, Judy Rocco of 35411 Alta Vista, Ruth & Dennis Ruszala of 35509 Grayfield, Gerald & Diane Saccuccini of 37730 Fieldcrest, Mary Polakowski of 35615 Rainbow Drive, Don & Ruthann Schinzing of 35209 Cathedral, Leonora & Jorgo Shembitraku of 35716 Saxony, Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 9 Rick & Gail Straughen of 14267 Lakeshore Drive, Szymberski/Tocco residence of 37516 Fieldcrest, Tim & Marcia Tarczynski of 4831 Homestead, Joe & Pat Wagner of 8459 Leslie, Hunter Chapman of 8459 Leslie, Freddie Walker of 4423 Bloomfield and Debra Williams of 2049 Tarry. The following Best of the Best awards were presented to: Commercial - Clinton Valley Shopping Center, Multi-Family - Aberdeen Gardens, Churches - St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Residential - Rosina Freidinger of 13830 Bathgate. Mr. Isom thanked Eckert's Greenhouse for their generous donation. Moved by Romano, seconded by Schmidt, RESOLVED, to individually and collectively recognize the 2015 Beautification Award winners and thank them for the dedication and effort in making their properties, neighborhoods and the City of Sterling Heights a more beautiful place to live, work and play. Yes: All. The motion carried. Mayor Taylor called a five minute recess at 8:50 p.m. Mayor Taylor reconvened the meeting at 8:57 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 10 1. Mr. Harry Marchlones discussed Item C and the issue of physical fitness. Ms. Linda Godfrey discussed the total dollar amount of items on the Consent Agenda and the fact that these items were not included in the budget process. Moved by Koski, seconded by Romano, RESOLVED, to approve the Consent Agenda: A. To approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 15, 2015, as presented. B. To approve payment of the bills as presented: General Fund - $999,719.87, Water & Sewer Fund - $1,932,031.60, Other Funds - $2,162,466.70, Total Checks - $5,094,218.17. C. RESOLVED, to: a) Purchase TUFFSTUFF brand physical fitness equipment from Fitness Things, Inc., 1160 W. Ann Arbor Road, Plymouth MI 48170 at a cost of $50,221.62; b) Acknowledge and accept the donation by Karen Bommarito in the amount of $12,500.00 for the purpose of acquiring physical fitness equipment for the Sterling Heights Police Department; c) Acknowledge and accept the donation by the Sterling Heights Police Officers Association to the Sterling Heights Police Department in the amount of $10,000.00 for the purpose of Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 11 acquiring physical fitness equipment for the Sterling Heights Police Department; and d) Authorize a Capital Project Fund amendment in the amount of $50,221.62 to 43730305 (Capital Projects Fund - Police) 982000 (Machinery & Equipment), recognizing $22,500 donation revenue and using $27,721.62 of General Fund reserves. D. RESOLVED, to award the bid for testing and repair of compound/commercial water meters to Hydro Meter Service, Inc., 595 Bradford Street, Pontiac, MI 48341, at unit prices bid for a three-year period. E. RESOLVED, to award the bid for in-car printers and adapters for police vehicles to CDW Government, LLC, 230 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, at unit prices bid for a one-year period. F. RESOLVED, to approve excavation and repair of underground City infrastructure as follows: a) Repair of the 66" storm sewer pipe connecting to the Brentwood retention pond and the 48" storm sewer pipe connecting to the Pond View retention pond by F.D.M. Contracting, inc., 49156 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48317, in the cumulative amount of $85,550, and authorize a budget amendment of $85,550 from General Fund reserves to the Capital Project Fund; and, Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 12 b) Repair of the 24" water main in the 18 Mile Road right-of-way by V.I.L. Construction, Inc., 6670 Sims, Sterling Heights, MI 48311 in the amount of $64,500. G. RESOLVED, to award the bid for overhauling light and heavy-duty transmissions to J.B. DLCO Transmission, Inc., 24111 Groesbeck Highway, Warren MI 48089, based on unit prices bid for a two-year period. H. RESOLVED, to award the bid for the purchase and installation of tile flooring on the lower level of City Hall to RMH Construction, LLC, 11339 N. Woods Drive, Shelby Township, MI 48315 in the amount of $21,100 and authorize a budget amendment to reflect receipt of insurance proceeds and the offsetting expenditure in the Capital Projects Fund. I. RESOLVED, to: a) Award the bid for the purchase and installation of carpet at the Sterling Heights Senior Center to Conventional Carpet, Inc., 7155 19 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314, at a cost of $26,046, and b) Authorize a budget amendment to re-appropriate $26,046 from CDBG funds. J. RESOLVED, to award the bid for Apple Macintosh computer equipment and software to Southern Computer Warehouse, Inc., 1395 S. Marietta Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 13 Parkway, Building 300-106, Marietta, GA 30067, based upon unit prices bid for a one-year period. K. RESOLVED, to purchase a 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV from Berger Chevrolet, Inc., 2525 28th Street S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512, through the Oakland County cooperative bid, Contract No. 0004556, in the amount of $33,637 and authorize an amendment to the Capital Project Fund in the amount of $4,637 from General Fund reserves. L. RESOLVED, to direct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary agreements to vacate portions of the existing water main and storm sewer easements for the proposed Dick's Sporting Goods retail store, Section 2, PSP15-0003, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the agreements on behalf of the City; and RESOLVED, that City Council indicates no objection to the issuance of a building permit for the Dick's Sporting Goods retail store, Section 2, PSP15-0003, subject to the following: 1. That site plans and building plans be approved by City Administration prior to issuance of a building permit, 2. That the developer pays all costs incurred by the City in the preparation of the easement vacation document(s), including attorney fees; and Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 14 3. That the developer agrees in writing to indemnify and hold the City, its officers and employees, harmless from all damages to persons or property arising from construction activities in the exiting easement prior to completion of the vacation process. M. RESOLVED, to approve the application by Lucky's Entertainment, Inc. for a Type A Amusement Device License located at 2071 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights MI 48310. RESOLVED, to approve the request by Lucky's Entertainment, Inc. for a variance from the requirement of City Code §7-12(B) and allow for at least one adult attendant during hours of operation at 2071 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights, MI 48310 based on the following findings: a) That the number of amusement devices, size of the amusement device center and occupant load makes the requirement for two attendants unreasonable; b) That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to those intended to be protected under Chapter 7 of the City Code; and c) That the granting of the variance is consistent with the intent of Chapter 7 of the City Code, and properly balances the interests of the applicant in seeking the variance and those to be protected by strict application of the provision of Chapter 7 of the City Code. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 15 N. RESOLVED, to schedule a special City Council meeting for Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. and direct the City Clerk to provide public notice in conformity with Michigan's Open Meetings Act. Yes: All. The motion carried. CONSIDERATION 2. Mr. Randy Simona is appearing on behalf of the applicants, Faisal Hana and Amad Maroki, in their request to transfer 50% interest in a Class C liquor licensed business located at 4197 E. Fourteen Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48310. He gave a history of the business, discussed their expansion, the securing of a Class C liquor license and the fact that they have not had any violations. He pointed out Mr. Maroki was an employee of the restaurant since 2010 and since November of 2012, he has been the on-site restaurant manager. In April of 2015, Mr. Maroki purchased 50% ownership. Moved by Romano, seconded by Taylor, RESOLVED, that the request by Almahhar, LLC to transfer 50% interest in a Class C liquor licensed business at 4197 East Fourteen Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48310, through purchase of 50% membership interest from existing member, Faisal Hana, by new member, Amad Maroki, and for a new entertainment permit, is recommended for approval. Councilman Romano discussed the entertainment permit and asked the petitioner to explain the request. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 16 Mr. Simona responded that it will only be for interactive musicians. It is a family type restaurant and the hours state that. Yes: All. The motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Mr. Michael Lombardini - Status of sidewalks on 18 Mile Road between Mound and Van Dyke; Mutual aid from the City of Warren Fire Department; Fire Department Open House; October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Mr. Charles Jefferson of Sterling Heights - Meet the Candidates forum; Sunday library hours; Status of property near the roundabout on 18 Mile Road; Mosque. Ms. Jackie Ryan of Sterling Heights - Harassment from DTE, Moratorium on Smart Meters. Mrs. Pauline Holeton of Shelby Township - Smart Meters. Mr. Chris Kummer - Smart Meters/data collection/invasion of privacy; Support for HB 4916. Mr. Joseph Deschryver of Sterling Heights - Smart Meters; Report from Sage Associates environmental consultants out of Santa Barbara, CA. Mr. John Holeton of Shelby Township - Smart Meters; Support for HB 4916. Mr. Joel Thomas of Sterling Heights - Ordinance addressing burning of wood; Repair of Riverland Bridge. Mrs. Jazmine Early of Sterling Heights - Plowz and Mowz charges; Smart Meters. Mr. Jerry Grijac - Smart Meters. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 17 Ms. Alexandria from Sterling Heights - Smart Meters. Mr. Paul Smith of Sterling Heights - Smart Meters/moratorium. Ms. Cheryl Pomoliski of Shelby Township - Smart Meters. Mrs. Moira Smith of Sterling Heights - Smart Meters; Riverland Bridge concerns; Ridgecroft Drive speeding problems; Carcass of dead animal on Little John. Mrs. Verna Babula - Smart Meters, HB 4916. Mrs. Marie Caruso - Smart Meters, DTE letter. Ms. Linda Godfrey - Smart Meters; Reason for purchase of property across from City Hall; Usage of old Utica Amusement Park property. Mayor Taylor addressed smart meters and stated he does have one on his home and he believes most of the City Council members do also. He discussed the fact that the Michigan Public Service Commission has the power to regulate DTE; the City has no authority. REPORTS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATION AND CITY COUNCIL Mr. Vanderpool reinforced the fact that the City has no power to regulate smart meters. The Michigan Public Service Commission has sole control and discretion over regulatory controls of smart meters. Mr. Vanderpool responded in regard to the Riverland Bridge repairs, it is a concern and he wishes the City could get it done quicker. They are going through the process and getting engineering opinions on it. He pointed out it is not an emergency situation, so repairs will not be done this year. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 18 Mr. Vanderpool responded in regard to sidewalks on 18 Mile Road, they are holding off on that for now because the County may improve that road in the near future. Mr. Vanderpool responded to Ms. Godfrey about land acquisition across the street from City Hall and stated the City has purchased property across the street pursuant to the Master Plan for potential use at a future time. There was no report from Mr. Bahorski at this time. Councilman Shannon pointed out the trash hauling contract with Waste Management will be expiring soon and the City has the opportunity to continue the contract for another two years or take the opportunity to put the contract out for an open bid and save the City serious money. He believes this contract should be put out for an open bid to get the best service for the residents at the lowest cost. Moved by Shannon, seconded by Koski, RESOLVED, to request City Administration prepare the specs that we as a City will require for an open bid of the waste hauling contract and meet with members of Council to solicit our opinions on what should be included in the bid and to not exercise our option of extending Waste Management's contract for one or two years. Councilwoman Koski agreed that it is the City Council's fiduciary responsibility to make sure the residents are getting the best possible price. She believes Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 19 Council should provide their input to the City Manager and residents should have the option to either use the 96 gallon containers or not use them. Councilwoman Ziarko expressed concern with going out for bids at this time because we have an interim department head. She would like to discuss some of the specs with the residents also before we go out for bids. She wanted to see the City Council extend the contract with Waste Management for one more year before we decide to go out for open bids. Councilwoman Ziarko discussed the possibility of going to Waste Management and telling them we could save $400,000 by going out for bids and see if they can help the City save money right away. Mr. Vanderpool responded the City Attorney would have to review the contract more closely to determine if that would be an option, Councilwoman Schmidt agrees with Councilwoman Ziarko and doesn't want to rush into anything at this time. She stated she has a lot of concerns and ideas on what she wants to see in the bid specs. The large containers are one of her major concerns and she doesn't believe that should ever be mandatory. Councilwoman Schmidt would also like to see the contract with Waste Management extended for one more year. Councilman Romano stated everyone wants to save money, but he doesn't believe it is fair to ask all the residents to recycle or have a 96 gallon container. He wanted to get input from the residents. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 20 Councilman Romano saw Mr. Greve from Waste Management in the audience and asked him what his title is with the company. Mr. Pat Greve responded he is the public sector representative for Waste Management. Councilman Romano asked Mr. Greve to explain what this means. Mr. Greve responded he is the liaison between Waste Management and the City of Sterling Heights. Councilman Romano asked how long Mr. Greve has been with Waste Management and he responded over a decade and possibly two decades. Councilman Romano discussed how a person would contact them. Mr. Greve responded sometimes they call him directly and there is a customer call center that residents could utilize. Councilman Romano questioned the number of Sterling Heights customers that recycle. Mr. Greve responded between 5200 and 5500. Councilman Romano stated to Mr. Greve that they are talking about saving money and the City is thinking about sending this out for bids. He inquired whether Waste Management would be willing to cut their yearly cost by $500,000 if the City extends their contract for another year. Mr. Greve responded he doesn't have that authority, but would be happy to pass that along to the people that make that decision. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 21 Councilman Romano stated the City Council has another meeting on October 20th and he inquired whether Mr. Greve could get Waste Management to open their contract and cut it by $500,000 if the maker of the motion would be willing to extend their contract for one more year. Councilman Skrzyniarz agrees with the specs and doesn't believe there would be a massive amount of residents crying out for a 96 gallon container. He stated he would like to review the recycling as well. Councilman Skrzyniarz doesn't believe the motion on the floor addresses the specs. It is more about the process of doing an open bid or a closed bid. He would support an open bid because the market conditions are better than they were six years ago. He believes if Waste Management is going to renegotiate a contract to give us a better rate now, they will offer that same rate or better in an open competition. He would be willing to consider the specs from six years ago with the services we have and put them out now for bids and get them back before December. He stated if this is not what the majority of the City Council wants, he thinks we should move forward with the motion. Mayor Taylor stated the City did award the bid in 2010 to Waste Management for a five-year contract. There were three one-year options and the City utilized one option for additional services. He believes this should be discussed at a public meeting to get residents' input. He wants to see it go out for competitive bid with input from the public. Mayor Taylor stated the motion on the table is simply to Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Page 22 give direction to the Administration to continue preparing the specs and meet with the City Council to bring the specs to a vote in the future. Councilman Shannon pointed out he did not mention anything about mandatory recycling or 96 gallon containers. He reread his motion into the record: Requesting that City Administration prepare the specs that we as a City would require for an open bid of the waste hauling contract and meet with members of Council to solicit our opinions on what should be included in the bid and to not exercise our option of extending Waste Management's contract for one or two years. Roll call vote: Yes: Shannon, Koski, Skrzyniarz, Taylor. No: Romano, Schmidt, Ziarko. The motion carried. ADJOURN Moved by Ziarko, seconded by Romano, to adjourn the meeting. Yes: All. The motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 11:11 p.m. MARK CARUFEL, City Clerk

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