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CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 IN CITY HALL 1. Mayor Michael C. Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Mayor Taylor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Melanie D. Ryska, City Clerk, gave the Invocation. 3. Council Members present at roll call: Deanna Koski, Michael V. Radtke Jr., Maria G. Schmidt, Liz Sierawski, Michael C. Taylor, Barbara A. Ziarko. Also Present: Mark Vanderpool, City Manager; Marc D. Kaszubski, City Attorney; Melanie D. Ryska, City Clerk; Andrea Bara, Recording Secretary. Absent: Henry Yanez 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Koski, seconded by Ziarko, RESOLVED, to approve the Agenda as presented. Yes: All. The motion carried. 5. REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER Mr. Vanderpool reminded everyone that the Sterling Heights Police Department is hosting the law enforcement day on Tuesday August 6, 2019, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm, in front of the Police Department. A lot of families show up and it is fun for everyone. The event will include demonstrations of public safety equipment, displays from the Police and Fire Departments. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 2 Emergency service personnel will speak to residents about established volunteer programs such as Citizen Emergency Response Teams (CERT), neighborhood watch and Citizens on Patrol (COPS). There will be various prizes, raffles and refreshments. Mr. Vanderpool stated that Sterling Heights is diligently working on a reforestation program for the City. Mr. Vanderpool is pleased to announce that the city has received a significant donation from ITC to help with the sustainability. Each year ITC funds a program called Right Tree, Right Place. This is the third year in a row that the city has received funding through this program. With prior funds, trees have been replaced at the skate park, Hampton Park, as well as new trees planted at Arlingdale and Dodge Park. The new six-thousand dollars that ITC is donating will go towards tree planting at Baumgartener and strategic plantings at Meadowview Park, which is in a historically wet area. The trees help dry out those wet areas. Mr. Vanderpool invited DPW Director, Michael Moore, to speak about an item on the Consent Agenda, to award a bid for the new DPW facility. Mr. Vanderpool also stated that the Finance and Budget Director, Jennifer Varney will also give a synopsis regarding the financing of the project. Mr. Moore discussed several concerns about the current DPW facility such as the age of the building with no major improvements or upgrades having been done, exposure to vehicle gases throughout the building, cracked Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 3 infrastructure, sanitary structures in employee offices, and lack of space to house a staff of 85 employees. Mr. Moore stated that Kueny Architects LLC, John Wollencamp, worked with employees to help design the building. Some items include a parking facility that is separate from the fleet garages and a large training room to accommodate the staff. The project is re-using 100 percent of the steel from the current facility. The project will be phased and there will be zero interruptions to service to the public. The tow yard and athletic storage facility will be revised. There will be covered storage areas outside that will meet with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) requirements. There will also be more room to work on ambulances and ladder trucks without having to move other vehicles out of the way. The new facility will include a vehicle weigh scale, to weigh salt trucks to ensure proper safety, and to assist the Police Department with weight enforcement. Mr. Moore stated that in redesigning the building it was important for the DPW to go green. Re-using 100 percent recycled steel, 80 percent natural light to all areas, low maintenance landscaping. Several different departments reviewed the plans and gave feedback on the project. Mr. Moore discussed the bidding process and the decision to use LaSalle Inc. He stated that LaSalle Inc. had great references from such companies such as US Army, General Motors, Walmart, Wyandotte Police Dept., etc. LaSalle is committed to supplier diversity and make an effort to work with minority, Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 4 women, disadvantaged, and veteran owned businesses. During discussions with LaSalle more than 50 percent of the labor will be conducted by a Union workforce. Mr. Moore stated that he and Building Official, Mike Vizanko, visited a LaSalle construction site and were very pleased with the safety procedures in place. Mr. Moore and Risk Management consultant, Mark Carufel, confirmed that LaSalle had no injuries or OSHA filings within the last three years. Mr. Moore stated if Council approves the award, construction will start at the end of the summer and have a completions time of 395 days. The estimated completed cost is $24,696,250. Mr. Moore expressed his appreciation and thanks to Council for considering this renovation and is seeking their approval tonight. Finance and Budget Director, Jennifer Varney, explained the proposed financing of this building. There is a bond authorizing resolution on the agenda tonight that, if approved by Council, will authorize the City to borrow twenty- five million dollars by issuing bonds to be paid back over a twenty-year period. Due to the City’s high bond rating and a very favorable interest rate environment, a very low interest rate is expected at 2.5 percent or less for the bond sale on August 06, 2019. The bond payments will be financed with General Fund an estimate of the payment was included with the Budget that was just approved. There will be no tax increase to finance these bonds. Ms. Varney stated that the City still has a very low debt margin. With the bonds the debt margin will only be at 23.7 percent. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 5 Mr. Vanderpool inquired if there are further questions, and noted he will be providing reports to Council and periodic updates to the public. Mr. Vanderpool stated that he is looking forward to this very exciting project. He complimented the DPW director and the entire team for working so diligently on this project for the last couple of years and that they did an excellent job. Mr. Vanderpool introduced a video about this year’s Sterlingfest and commented that he is looking forward to seeing everyone there. Mayor Taylor thanked Mr. Vanderpool for his report. 6. PRESENTATIONS A. Mayor Taylor stated this item is to acknowledge and accept donations to the 2019 Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair by AT&T, Christian Financial Credit Union, FCA US LLC., and Ford Motor Company in the cumulative amount of $40,000. He invited City Manager, Mark Vanderpool, to conduct a presentation. Mr. Vanderpool stated that each year the Community Relations Department reaches out to many local businesses throughout the City and region to help support Sterlingfest. The donations help to offset the cost of the entire event, and obviously, the sponsorships are a big part of that. Mr. Vanderpool is proud to say that this year Sterling Heights has cumulatively received over $117,000 so far and are on pace to exceed last year. Including four very large donations of $10,000 each from AT&T, Christian Financial Credit Union, FCA US LLC., and Ford Motor Company. The City is extremely grateful for these generous donations and will properly identify all the companies with large signage and placement with their logos throughout the entire event. Mr. Vanderpool stated Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 6 that in line with the administrative procedure and policy order regarding contributions any donation over $10,000 must be accepted by the City Council. Due to the very busy schedule of corporations over the summer months, most were not able to attend this evening except for Christian Financial Credit Union. Mr. Vanderpool invited their representative, Ashley May, to speak. Ashley May from Christian Financial Credit Union stated that Christian Financial is excited to be sponsoring the Sterling Heights fireworks for the second year. One of the core philosophies of Christian Financial is people helping people, what a better way is there then to invest in Sterling Heights. Their new headquarters will be at 15 Mile Rd and Van Dyke and will include a walking trail, picnic areas and apple trees for the community to enjoy. Ms. May stated that they are looking forward to a continued partnership with the City of Sterling Heights for years to come. Mayor Taylor thanked all of the sponsors, particularly Christian Financial for being present at tonight’s meeting. Moved by Sierawski, Seconded by Taylor, Resolved, to acknowledge and accept donations of $10,000 each by AT&T, Christian Financial Credit Union, FCA US LLC, and Ford Motor Company to the 2019 Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair. Yes: All. The motion carried. Mayor Taylor thanked all of the sponsors for their continued support of Stelingfest. He stated that Sterlingfest was named the top summer festival in Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 7 Metro Detroit. The festival is going to be bigger and better this year. The fireworks are one of the biggest events. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Mayor Taylor stated this is to consider the application by HTI Cybernetics, Inc. for an Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Certificate (IFEC) at 40033 Mitchell Drive. He invited Senior Economic Development Advisor, Luke Bonner to give a presentation. Mr. Bonner stated that this is an exciting new project in the city at Sterling Enterprise Park. He explained that the applicant, HTI Cybernetics, Inc. is making a 15 Million dollar investment and creating 50 new jobs to go along with the current 80 jobs. He provided a summary of the company, building and expected new employment. Mr. Eric McAlexander, CEO provided a brief history of their business, which started in 1983. They have been operating solely in Sterling Heights since the late 2000’s. HTI is a supplier to Tier 1 and OEM suppliers. They want to continue to expand. There is great access to highly skilled employees and resources in Sterling Heights. Mr. McAlexander stated that Sterling Heights is a perfect place to do business. He thanked Council for the opportunity to speak to Council. Mayor Taylor opened the public hearing and invited comments from the audience, but no one spoke. Mayor Taylor closed the public hearing. Moved by Ziarko, Seconded by Schmidt, Resolved to adopt the resolution approving the application by HTI Cybernetics, Inc. for an Industrial Facilities Tax Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 8 Exemption Certificate at 40033 Mitchell Drive, Parcel # 50-10-10-16-451-004, for a period of 12 years in accordance with the guidelines established by City Council, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign, as applicable, all documents required in conjunction with this approval. Councilwoman Ziarko stated that she is grateful for the patience that HTI Cybernetics, Inc. has shown through the hard times and asked the petitioner if there is an apprenticeship program through their company? Any skilled trade training? Mr. McAlexander stated they would like to set up an apprenticeship program. Get young people interested in skilled trades. Councilwoman Ziarko commented that there was an era of thinking that everyone should go to college. Now we have learned that college is not for everybody. There is a limited amount of skilled trade workers, and glad that we are starting to regenerate that workforce. Mr. McAlexander stated that he is glad that companies are starting to take the skilled trades training back on. Councilwoman Ziarko stated that she is appreciative of the fifty new jobs that are being created at this new facility. She asked what is to become of the two buildings that HTI Cybernetics, LLC is vacating. Mr. McAlexander stated that both buildings were lease buildings. The lease for one building is up in March of 2020 and the other building has six years Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 9 remaining and they will sub-lease that building. There are several interested parties. Councilwoman Ziarko thanked Mr. McAlexander for his patience and investment. Mayor Taylor thanked HTI Cybernetics, LLC. And wished them good luck at the new facility and their investment in the City. Yes: All. The motion carried. 8. ORDINANCE INTRODUCTIONS A. Mayor Taylor explained this is to introduce an Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the City Code to create a Youth Advisory Board. He invited Mr. Nathan Petrusak, Assistant City Attorney, to give the presentation. Mr. Petrusak explained this Ordinance amendment to create a Youth Advisory Board would help spur youth involvement in the City. Help the youth to take a more active role in shaping the cities policies, events and programs. The Ordinance being introduced tonight incorporates best practices from other local governments and specific needs and goals tailored to the City of Sterling Heights. This Board would help facilitate involvement in Local Government and providing insight, feedback and recommendations from a youth perspective to City Council. Mr. Petrusak highlighted the following items: 1. Creation of a Youth Advisory Board with specific goals and purposes. 2. Setting the size of the Youth Advisory Board at 15 members, appointed by the City Council each year in June. 3. Requiring that members be high school students when appointed, from a wide range of backgrounds and interests, with a minimum 3.0 GPA (or middle school equivalent for freshmen) and a school record free of serious discipline. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 10 4. Terms would be for 1 year, and a parental release will be required prior to serving. 5. Members could be removed by the City Manager, after a hearing, for conduct that adversely impacts the Board. 6. Members may be reappointed for consecutive terms, or the City Council could appoint new members each year. 7. The City Manager and Community Relations Director will design the application process, and applicants will be interviewed and ranked based on specific criteria. 8. Meetings of the YAB will be held once per month during the school year at City Hall or another City facility so City staff can be available to assist. 9. Meetings of the YAB would not be subject to the Open Meetings Act, but the YAB will be required to hold one public meeting in March, April, or May each year to review its accomplishments and ideas, and to hear from the public. 10. A summary of the YAB's events and accomplishments will be presented to the City Council during the summer months (when school is not in session). 11. The YAB will have specific objectives, culminating in recommendations to the City Council and City Manager on matters pertaining to youth- related issues, and in creating and maintaining a three-year action plan for City Council to consider. Mayor Taylor opened the floor for comments from the audience. • Mrs. Jazmine Early – Youth Advisory Board participation. • Mr. Nicholas Cavalli – Fantastic idea to get youth involved in politics. Moved by Ziarko, Seconded by Schmidt, Resolved, to introduce the ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the City Code to create a Youth Advisory Board. Councilwoman Schmidt questioned who is the City liaison for this Board. Mr. Petrusak replied that liaison will be the Community Relations Director or the designee of that department. Councilwoman Schmidt stated that she is very excited about this Board, there was a youth advisory committee in the past and unfortunately, it fizzled out. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 11 She is excited to see this come back into action. Hopefully there will be a lot of good discussions in the group, and suggestions for the City Council. Councilwoman Koski stated that there was a teen council created several years back and it fizzled out. She offered suggestions to incorporate into the Ordinance. In the past someone would approach teachers at schools to ask for recommendations. Councilwoman Koski would like to see more than 15 youth on this board, the students are not going to be able to attend every single meeting. She also questioned if the 3.0 GPA can be lowered, some students may not be good at taking tests, but may be creative and have great ideas. They should also have the opportunity to apply for the Youth Board. Councilwoman Koski truly wants to see this program succeed. She hopes that there is good participation and the Board will get students who have great ideas for the City. Councilman Radtke thanked Councilwoman Koski for her wonderful suggestions. Councilman Radtke sent an email to administration requesting that the GPA requirement be lowered to 2.5. Most students need a 2.0 to play sports. Some students are not good at books, but can be good at painting, or other activities that would benefit Council. Councilman Radtke inquired if he needed to make a friendly amendment to change the GPA requirement. City Attorney, Marc Kaszubski, replied if there is consensus to lower the GPA requirement then the Ordinance can be adjusted prior to adoption. Councilman Radtke requested that the GPA be lowered to 2.5. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 12 Mayor Taylor asked if there were any objections to lowering the GPA to 2.5, no one objected and Mayor Taylor stated that there was consensus. Mayor Taylor inquired if Councilwoman Koski would also like to adjust the amount from 15 to 20 students on the Board. Mayor Taylor asked if there were any objections to Adjusting the number from 15 to 20, no one objected. Councilwoman Ziarko inquired if the Youth Advisory Board was required to meet the quorum standards in order to hold a meeting. Councilman Radtke inquired if the quorum number can be reduced, such as having a quorum of ten, with twenty members. Mayor Taylor aked Mr. Kaszubski if that was a possibility. Mr. Kaszubski stated that he will research the quorum and report his findings to Council. Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to have a couple options to choose from regarding the quorum. Councilman Radtke stated that he agreed with Councilwoman Koski’s suggestions regarding recommendations. He stated that he would like students from the High School’s, both private and public, to be able to attend. He would like to create a pool of students to choose from, based on recommendations from teachers . Mr. Kaszubski stated that the thought process for the Youth Advisory Board was that they would approach all the school districts and try to work with the History and Government teachers and maybe they would want to offer extra Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 13 credit to those who would join and try to promote the program. Mr. Kaszubski also stated that they did not want to put a certain quota on individual High Schools or any particular type of school, because there are homeschooled children, public and private schools also. They want to get a good cross section of the entire community. Mr. Radtke stated his goal was to get the applications into the Council. Mr. Kaszubski stated that the idea is to seek out recommendations as part of the application process, which will be developed going forward. Mr. Radtke stated that he was in support of this and that it will be a wonderful addition to the City. Mayor Pro-Tem Sierawski stated that she is in favor of lowering the GPA and working with Government teachers in all the districts that would affect Sterling Heights students. Mayor Pro-Tem Sierawski stated that there be open applications for any students interested in applying for the Youth Board. She is tremendously in favor of this Advisory Board. She stated since being in this position, she has realized how little our children have been taught about government and that transcends into the adults not really understanding the different forms of government. Mayor Pro-tem Sierawski stated that it is very important to bring in the children now so they can learn from example and hands on. Councilwoman Ziarko questioned why the applications wouldn’t be handled the same way as other applications to Boards and Commissions. She stated Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 14 that some students wouldn’t apply if they were required to get a recommendation. She thinks it is important to open it up to all interested youth in the City. Councilwoman Koski stated that her intent was not to just take teacher recommendation, but have the teachers help recruit and encourage students to apply. Mayor Taylor stated that nothing formal has to be done for the application process. He does not think it will be a struggle to find kids for this Youth Advisory Board, that there will probably be more applicants than they need. Mayor Taylor stated that it will be a very competitive process to be on the Youth Advisory Board with the size of the City. Mayor Taylor stated that he is excited to attend the Conference of Mayors, which he is very involved. The conference takes place in Los Angeles, and will be hosting a Mayor’s Youth Summit. The conference is all expenses paid, including the flight, hotel and conference. They want Mayors around the country to bring two members of the youth community to come out and help shape policy. It is very important to hear those voices and get the younger community engaged to hopefully become civic minded and understand local government. Mayor Taylor stated that he is very excited about this opportunity to create a model for others around the region and possibly the country. Yes: All. The motion carried. 9. CONSENT AGENDA Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 15 Mayor Taylor stated this item is consideration of the Consent Agenda, and he invited public comments. There were no comments from the audience. Moved by Koski, seconded by Ziarko, RESOLVED, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented: A. To approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting Minutes July 02, 2019. B. To approve payment of the bills as presented: General Fund - $1,183,466.19, Water & Sewer Fund - $2,905,851.78, Other Funds - $4,660,488.05, Total Checks - $8,749,806.02. C. Resolved, to purchase office, meeting room, and common area furniture from Office Express, 1280 E. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48083, at pricing available through cooperative purchasing contracts #R142208, #R142215, and #2015000063 awarded by OMNIA Partners and #4400006273 awarded by Fairfax County, Virginia, at a cumulative cost of $155,500.24. D. Resolved, to award the bid for Upton House exterior renovations to Mando Construction, Inc., 75 Lafayette Street, Suite 100, Mount Clemens, MI 48043, in the amount of $160,144 and authorize a budget amendment in the amount of $70,144 from General Fund reserves. E. Resolved, to award the bid for the new Department of Public Works Facility, inclusive of bid alternates 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11, to The LaSalle Group, Inc., 30375 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, MI 48334, in the cumulative amount of $20,130,000, reject bid alternates 1, 2, and 7, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign all required documents on behalf of the City. F. Resolved, to award the bid for large diameter water main valve exercising and maintenance to Pure Technologies US Inc., d/b/a Wachs Water Services, 8920 State Route 108, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21045, at unit pricing bid. G. Resolved, to approve the Legal Services Agreement between the city of Sterling Heights and Keller Thoma, P.C. and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign it on behalf of the City. H. Resolved, to adopt the resolution authorizing issuance of 2019 Capital Improvement Bonds, Limited Tax General Obligation, in the not to exceed amount of $25,000,000. I. Resolved, to: • To approve Change Order No. 2 under the 2019 Local Road Concrete Reconstruction Program, City Project #19-339, to complete the Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 16 reconstruction of Maas Drive, between Metro Parkway and Greendale Street, at a cumulative cost of $346,080; and, • To approve Change Order No. 3 under the 2019 Local Road Concrete Reconstruction Program, City Project #19-339, to complete the reconstruction of Fox Hill Drive, between Mound Road and Carpathia Boulevard, at a cumulative cost of 1,052,700; and, • Authorize a budget amendment to use $1,221,132 of Major Road Fund Balance Reserves and $401,453 of Local Road Fund Balance Reserves. J. Resolved, to receive the lawsuit, Filja Dedvukaj v City of Sterling Heights, Macomb County Circuit Court Case No. 19-1941-NO. Yes: All. The motion carried. Mayor Taylor thanked all of the DPW employees and Mr. Moore for coming to the meeting. He stated that the new building is going to be incredible and is very much deserved. That the DPW does tremendous work and receives kudos from residents all the time. 10. CONSIDERATION A. Mayor Taylor stated this is to consider nominations to the City of Sterling Heights Boards and Commissions. He opened the floor for public comments but no one from the audience spoke. Nomination to Board of Ordinance Appeals I: Moved by Schmidt, Seconded by Ziarko Resolved, to nominate James Mandl for consideration as an appointee to the Board of Ordinance Appeals I at the August 6, 2019 regular City Council meeting. Councilwoman Schmdit stated that she happens to know Mr. Mandl and he is a very concerned resident about blight in our City and that he would be an Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 17 awesome addition to this board. Mr. Mandl is eager to serve and Councilwoman Schmidt welcomes giving him the opportunity. Yes: All. The motion carried. Nomination to Board of Ordinance Appeals I (Alternate): Moved by Radtke, Seconded by Sierawski, Resolved, to nominate Justin Smith for consideration as an appointee to the Board of Ordinance Appeals I (Alternate) at the August 6, 2019 regular City Council meeting. Councilman Radtke stated that he spoke with Mr. Smith and that he is a teacher in Warren Consolidated Schools and just got his Master’s Degree, and is also a licensed Realtor. Mr. Smith cares a lot about how the properties appear in the City and he would like to get involved in local government. Yes: All. The motion carried. Nomination to Board of Ordinance Appeals II: Moved by Radtke, Seconded by Taylor, Resolved, to nominate Roman Stojalowsky for consideration as an appointee to the Board of Ordinance Appeals II at the August 6, 2019 regular City Council meeting. Yes: All. The motion carried. Nomination to Board of Ordinance Appeals II (Alternate): Moved by Radtke, Seconded by Taylor Resolved, to nominate Benjamin McMartin for consideration as an appointee to the Board of Ordinance Appeals II (Alternate) at the August 6, 2019 regular City Council meeting. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 18 Councilman Radtke stated that Mr. McMartin has previously served on the Board and is willing to serve as an alternate as needed. Yes: All. The motion carried. B. Mayor Taylor stated this is to consider appointments to the City of Sterling Heights Boards and Commissions. He opened the floor for public comments but no one from the audience spoke. Appoint to Historical Commission: Moved by Radtke, Seconded by Ziarko, Resolved, to appoint Bryan Wojciechowski to the Historical Commission to a term ending June 30, 2022, subject to the appointee meeting the qualifications set forth in Charter §4.03 and taking the oath of office within two weeks. Councilman Radtke stated that Mr. Wojciechowski has been volunteering with the Historical Commission for some time, without being on it. Mr. Wojciechowski is very interested and Councilman Radtke would like to give him a chance to further serve. Yes: All. The motion carried 7/0. Appoint to Solid Waste Management Commission: Moved by Radtke, Seconded by Sierawski, Resolved, to appoint Nathan Inks to the Solid Waste Management Commission to a term ending June 30, 2022, subject to the appointee meeting the qualifications set forth in Charter §4.03 and taking the oath of office within two weeks. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 19 Councilman Radtke spoke with Mr. Inks and stated that he is an attorney and is very interested in getting involved with government. Mr. Inks is not only interested in solid waste management, but conservation also. Councilman Radtke stated that he thinks Mr. Inks would be a great addition to the Solid Waste Management Commission. Yes: All. The motion carried 7/0. 10. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS • Mr. Charles Jefferson – Ride Share at Sterlingfest. CarMax, Taxes. • Ms. Nancy Hume – Youth Advisory Board, GPA, Sterlingfest. • Ms. Early – Patriotic Week, Spirit of America 11. REPORTS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATION AND CITY COUNCIL Mr. Vanderpool stated that at Sterlingfest there will be a designated ride share drop off and pick up at Stevenson High School. There will be adequate signage indicating such. Mr. Kaszubski stated he has nothing to report this evening. Councilman Radtke asked Mr. Vanderpool to talk about the complaints regarding the Tim Horton’s on Schoenherr Rd. He stated that he has received multiple emails regarding the construction going on there. He would like Mr. Vanderpool to provide an update to the residents. Councilman Radtke requested that the Parks and Recreation Director appear at the next Council Meeting to give an update on the final park improvements to the residents. He has received a lot of emails and calls about kayaking and improvements to Moravian Park and other parks. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 20 Mr. Vanderpool responded by saying that the Tim Horton’s construction was delayed for quite some time now. The company provided the City with an updated construction schedule today. He was not able to review the schedule in detail yet, however he is happy to share that updated schedule with City Council. The City does not control the dynamics of financing and funding, franchisees and franchisors, but we do know the project is moving forward and hopefully will be completed under the new time schedule. Mr. Vanderpool will provide an update at the next Council Meeting. He also agreed that it would be beneficial to have the Parks & Recreation Director give an update at the next Council Meeting on where the status of the park projects. They are in the home stretch of all of our re-creating recreation projects and we would be happy to share an update. Mayor Pro Tem Sierawski wants to encourage everyone to come out for Sterlingfest all three days. Mayor Pro Tem Sierawski stated that on Saturday morning there will be Council Members in the dunk tank. The dunk tank is put on by the wives of Sterling Heights Police Officers and the proceeds will be given to multiple charities that they support. Councilwoman Schmidt inquired what time Mayor Taylor will be in the dunk tank. Mayor Taylor reminded everyone to come out to Sterlingfest, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. He appreciates all the support from the community and is looking forward to another great year. Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Page 21 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. 14. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. 15. ADJOURN Moved by Ziarko, seconded by Schmidt, to adjourn the meeting. Yes: All. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. MELANIE D. RYSKA, City Clerk