City Council Minutes

Regular session, October 23, 2000, in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor James Buck.

The City Clerk called the roll. Present were Council Members Kenneth Gates, Steve Maas, Scott Petersen, Carole Pettijohn, Joe Sierawski, and Mayor Buck.

Absent: Robert De Witt.

Also present were City Manager Ken Krombeen, Assistant City Manager Dan Johnson and City Attorney Randall Kraker.

Other staff present:

Mike Chesher, Director of Public Works
Tom Guinther, Treasurer/Finance Director
Vern Snyder, Police Chief
Sharon Streelman, City Clerk

The invocation was given by Rev. Thomas Koon, Ambassador Baptist Ministries, and was followed by the pledge of allegiance.

Moved by Council Member Maas and seconded by Council Member Pettijohn, CARRIED, to approve the October 23, 2000 agenda, adding Resolution No. 2 for MERS benefits.

Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Maas, CARRIED, to waive the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of October 9, 2000 and approve the minutes as presented.

Moved by Council Member DeWitt and seconded by Council Member Maas, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, that bills totaling $372,616.42 as presented by the City Manager, be allowed and the Treasurer authorized to pay the same.

Peter Secchia, Chair of the Seechia Millennium Commission, presented the Millenium Greenway project. This project running from John Ball Park to Johnson Park will be built in phases; beginning Phase I in the City of Walker. City Manager Krombeen indicated that the Park and Recreation Board has updated the five-year recreation plan, including facilities on Grandville’s side of the Grand River. A bike trail is being considered. After receiving comments from Council Members, Mr. Secchia stated he would report back to the Commission that the City of Grandville favorably accepts the project.

Robert Godfrey of 2965 Willowcreek spoke to the noise issue at J.L. French, 2950 Prairie. He strongly recommended that City Council review the noise ordinance and make some positive changes. He indicated it is inadequate and does not address the low frequency noise. Fred Sobczak, 3060 Prairie, questioned the appropriateness of the zoning of the J.L. French property. He stated his feelings relative to the value of his real estate and indicated it would be difficult to sell his home under these circumstances and receive the true value. City Attorney Kraker reviewed the recent court decision. Alternatives and/or changes to the present ordinance are being considered including a change to provide for penalty by civil infraction. Mayor Buck responded to

Mr. Sobczak’s question of what the City was doing to remedy this situation. The use of sound engineers was discussed, reviewing what has been done to this point in an attempt to resolve the problem. The Mayor responded stating that the City has done everything possible under the present ordinance and that efforts will continue. The City Attorney will address changes to the ordinance in the near future.

Robert Doran, a former member of the City’s Planning Commission, complemented the City on their sidewalk program. He addressed two areas yet to be completed with sidewalks or bikepath -- 44^th E from Kenowa and north of Canal.

Presentation of the American Public Works Association Region V Snow Plow Rodeo/City of Wyoming winners. D.P.W. Director Chesher introduced Mike Capazzi who was one-half of the Capazzi/DeLaat team from the City of Grandville. They will compete nationally in the fall of 2001.

ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

Moved by Council Member Petersen and seconded by Council Member Maas, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 2458, a resolution to adopt the Retention and Disposal Schedule of Municipal Records.

2000-269 Moved by Council Member Petersen and seconded by Council Member Sierawski, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 2459, a resolution adopting MERS benefits for Police Supervisory Unit (20), increasing the rate of employee contribution to four percent.

Scott Wierda of Jade Pig Ventures, was present with Mike Kinstle of Meijer, to present a proposed building in Rivertown Circle. It was noted that Meijer has an option on another piece of property (Daanes); however, this parcel in Rivertown Circle contains three additional acres allowing for construction of a larger building. Traffic flow on

Century Center as well the intersection of 44^th and Ivanrest will have to be addressed. Concern was also expressed as to the aesthetics and landscaping of the property.

2000-270 CONSENT AGENDA

Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Maas, CARRIED, to approve the Consent Agenda of October 23, 2000.

Reports: Fire/EMS, Investments, WWTP

Minutes: Zoning Board of Appeals (Sept. 20)
Library Board (Sept. 28)
DDA (Oct.12)
Building Authority (Sept. 28 and Oct. 12)

Council Member Petersen had questions relative to EMS, Investments, Wastewater, and J.L. French.

Purchases were presented as follows:

2000-271 D.P.W. Computer System – Treasurer/Finance Director presented the purchase of Computer equipment for the Department of Public Works. Moved by Council Member Maas and seconded by Council Member Sierawski, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase of computer equipment for D.P.W., from GDW Government, Inc. in the amount of $10,324.25 and from Dynamic Computer Service for network installation in the amount of $1,995.00, in the best interest of the City.

Duct Cleaning – D.P.W. Director Chesher presented the quotations for cleaning the ducts. Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Petersen, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize cleaning of air ducts to Clean Source, Inc. in the amount of $3,900.00, in the best interest of the City.

Cemetery Tractor – Moved by Council Member Maas and seconded by Council Member Petersen, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase of a 2000 John Deer tractor from Tailored Lawn & Turf Equipment (State of Michigan bid) in the amount of $10,685.50, in the best interest of the City.

D.P.W. Director presented the request for an additional vehicle in the motor pool to be assigned to the newest employee in that department. Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Petersen, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase of a two-wheel drive pickup from the low bidder, Kool Chevrolet, in the amount of $15,806.88.

Police Chief Snyder presented the request for the Police Department. This involves a 50% reimbursement grant from the Department of Justice. Moved by Council Member Petersen and seconded by Council Member Maas, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase of 24 Second Chance Tri-Flex Ballistic Vests, from Michigan Police Equipment Company, in the unit price of $436.50 for a total cost of $10,476.00.

Police Chief Snyder recommended the purchase of two portable alarms for the Police Department. Moved by Council Member Petersen and seconded by Council Member Gates, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase of two portable alarms from Varda Company, for a total amount of $4,445.54 in the best interest of the City.

Treasurer/Finance Director Guinther presented the request for a video arraignment system for the 59^th District Court. Moved by Council Member Petersen and seconded by Council Member Pettijohn, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to authorize the purchase and installation of a video arraignment system, per specifications, to Midstate Security Company, in the amount of $17,700.00 in the best interest of the City.

Moved by Council Member Maas and seconded by Council Member Sierawski, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to award the Annual Report/Calendar to the low bidder, Grandville Printing, in the amount of $5,166.00.

City Manager Krombeen presented the Agreement with Vertical Partners. He reviewed the terms of the contract and the locations within the City of Grandville. Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Sierawski, CARRIED unanimously by roll call vote, to enter into an Agreement with Vertical Partners.

Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Petersen, CARRIED, to excuse the absence of Council Member De Witt.

Comments included: Removal of the tree at Grandville Christian School, Christmas trees at the DDA location, and residents willing to serve on the ad-hoc committee for public art/sculpture in the DDA 30^th Street location.

Moved by Council Member Gates and seconded by Council Member Pettijohn, CARRIED, to adjourn at 9:45 p.m.

Sharon Streelman
Grandville City Clerk

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