CITY OF HUDSON
121 N. CHURCH STREET, HUDSON, MI 49247
PUBLIC HEARING MEETING
May 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
743725:
The public hearing was called to order by Mayor Lee Daugherty at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Lee Daugherty, Jerry Tanner, Jr., Dennis Smoke,
Jim Steele
ABSENT: Kathie Knoblauch, Mark Knoblauch, Bill Hartmann
ALSO PRESENT: Librarian Kathy Hepker, Rosalyn Gerken, Police Chief
Charles Weir, Fire Chief Terry Camp, Pat Hackett, Joe Haley, Ed Engle,
Paula Marry, Lee Ann Minton, Virginia Driskill, Wes Boyd, David
Frownfelder, Joann Crater, WWTP Supervisor Mike Shadbolt, Matt Shalosky,
DPW Supervisor Phil Goodlock, Treasurer/Income Tax Administrator Dixie
Wright, City Manager Frank Goodroe, and City Clerk Kim Murphy.
15838 Carleton Road – Industrial Development District Request:
Lee Ann Minton – Mrs. Minton expressed concerns over the noise that
may be created from the business at this address. There were no other
comment on this issue.
481 S. Meridian Road – Tax Abatement Request:
There was no comment on this issue.
Adjourn Sine Die
CITY OF HUDSON
121 N. CHURCH STREET, HUDSON, MI 49247
REQULAR MEETING
May 1, 2007 at 7:04 p.m.
743726:
The regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Lee Daugherty at
7:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Lee Daugherty, Jerry Tanner, Jr., Dennis Smoke,
Jim Steele
ABSENT: Kathie Knoblauch, Mark Knoblauch, Bill Hartmann
ALSO PRESENT: Librarian Kathy Hepker, Rosalyn Gerken, Police Chief
Charles Weir, Fire Chief Terry Camp, Pat Hackett, Joe Haley, Ed Engle,
Paula Marry, Lee Ann Minton, Virginia Driskill, Wes Boyd, David
Frownfelder, Joann Crater, WWTP Supervisor Mike Shadbolt, Matt Shalosky,
DPW Supervisor Phil Goodlock, Treasurer/Income Tax Administrator Dixie
Wright, City Manager Frank Goodroe, and City Clerk Kim Murphy.
ORDERS OF THE DAY:
Excuse Absent Member(s):
City Manager Frank Goodroe reminded Council that Mr. Hartmann was
still out of town. Mr. Goodroe also indicated the Mrs. Knoblauch had
provided him with letters of resignation for herself and Mr. Knoblauch
indicating they had moved from the City of Hudson.
743727:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jerry Tanner to excuse Bill
Hartmann from the meeting, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Setting the Agenda:
743728:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to add the
resignation of Kathie Knoblauch and Mark Knoblauch to the agenda,
CARRIED 4-0 by roll call vote.
Minutes:
743729:
Motion by Jim Steele, seconded by Jerry Tanner to approve the
minutes of April 17, 2007 and April 24, 2007 and place them on file with
corrections to motion number 743723, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ed Engle addressed Council on changing the community motto from
“Happiness is the City of Hudson” to “Small Town Big Heart – Located on
the pulse of Michigan”. Mr. Engle has addressed several local
organizations including the Hudson Chamber, Kiwanis, DDA, and School
Board. Everyone he has discussed this idea with is in support of
changing the motto. Mr. Engle requested Council to consider the change.
NEW BUSINESS:
Industrial Development District Request – 15838 Carleton Road –
Hager Group:
City Manager Frank Goodroe advised Council that the City Office had
received a request from The Hager Group requesting Council consider
designating 15838 Carleton Road as an Industrial Development
District. Permitting the Industrial Development District will allow the
new business to request tax abatements and may qualify them for other
financial credits or assistance from the State of Michigan. Mr. Goodroe
addressed the concern expressed earlier in the evening regarding
noise. This property is zoned General Industrial and as a result may
emit noises which are common in this type of zone.
743730:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jerry Tanner to approve the
Resolution Establishing an Industrial Development District for 15838
Carleton Road, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Tax Abatement Request – 481 S. Meridian Road – Hornet Mfg:
City Manager Frank Goodroe indicated that the IFT Review Committee
has reviewed the tax abatement request by Hornet Manufacturing. The
Committee is recommending the approval of the request for a 12-ear
period. Hornet Manufacturing is requesting an abatement on $94,406.20
for equipment they are purchasing to start up the business.
743731:
Motion by Jim Steele, seconded by Dennis Smoke to approve the
Resolution to Approve the Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate
Application for Hornet Manufacturing in the amount of $94,406.20 for a
period of 12 years, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
BID ACCEPTANCE: Water Tower Project:
City Manager Frank Goodroe presented Council with the bids that were
received for the construction of a 500,000 gallon water tower in the
Industrial Park. The bids were as follows:
Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors $1,135,800.00
Maquire Iron, Inc. $1,156,000.00
Caldwell Tanks, Inc. $1,089,000.00
Chicago Bridge & Iron Co. $1,093,500.00
743732:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jerry Tanner to accept the low
bid from Caldwell Tanks, Inc. in the amount of $1,089,000 for the
construction of a 500,000 gallon water tank in the Industrial Park.
The vote was 4-0 to accept.
It was noted later in the meeting that given there were only four
members at the meeting and it takes five members to appropriate funds,
Mr. Smoke rescinded his motion and requested this matter be brought back
to the May 8, 2007 special Council meeting. The rescinded motion is
referenced in the order in which it happened.
RESIGNATION: Patricia Hackett – Election Worker:
City Manager Frank Goodroe advised Council that Patricia Hackett has
submitted a letter of resignation as an election inspector for the City
of Hudson. Mrs. Hackett has been working in this capacity since
1992. During her 15 years of working elections, she has seen many
changes.
743733:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to accept the
resignation of Patricia Hackett as an election worker for the City of
Hudson with thanks and regret, CARRIED 4-0 by roll call vote.
Mayor Lee Daugherty presented Patricia Hackett with a Certificate of
Appreciation for her dedicated service to the City of Hudson.
RESIGNATION: Pamela Hackett – Planning Commission:
City Manager Frank Goodroe advised Council that Pamela Hackett has
submitted a letter of resignation from the Planning Commission. Ms.
Hackett has indicated that she has had a change in her work hours and
will no longer be able to serve on the Commission.
743734:
Motion by Jerry Tanner, seconded by Jim Steele to accept the
resignation of Pamela Hackett from the Planning Commission with thanks
and regret, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Mayor Lee Daugherty presented Pamela Hackett’s Certificate of
Appreciation to her mother, Patricia Hackett.
FIRST READING: Ordinance No. 378-07 – Rezone of 15838 W.
Carleton Road:
City Manager Frank Goodroe presented Council with Ordinance No.
378-07 which is required to effectuate the zoning change Council
previously approved for 15838 W. Carleton Road. The rezone was from
Highway Commercial to General Industrial.
743735:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to approve the
first reading and waive the actual reading of Ordinance No. 378.07,
Rezone of 15838 W. Carleton Road, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
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PURCHASE – Two Tasers for Hudson Police Department
City Manager Frank Goodroe indicated to Council that due to only
having four council members present, this matter will need to be
postponed until there are a minimum of five members of council present.
743736:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to postpone the
purchase of tasers until the May 15, 2007 Council meeting, CARRIED:
4-0 by roll call vote.
Downtown Development Authority 2007-2008 Budget Presentation:
City Manager Frank Goodroe presented Council with the proposed
2007-2008 budget for the Downtown Development Authority. The DDA is
expecting to expend money for advertising/signage; subscriptions;
conference and training; and maintenance of 306 W. Main Street. The
total expenditures are projected to be $28,143.62.
743737:
Motion by Jim Steele, seconded by Dennis Smoke to approve the
2007/2008 proposed Budget for the Downtown Development Authority,
CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Proposal for Flow Monitoring Services for Sanitary Sewers,
Jones and Henry:
City Manager Frank Goodroe stated that Jones & Henry have prepared a
proposal to provide flow monitoring services for the City of Hudson. The
estimated cost to perform this service is between $8,000 -
$12,000. Council had several questions.
743738:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jerry Tanner to postpone this
matter until the City Manager has additional information,
CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Council Resignation:
City Manager Frank Goodroe indicated that Mrs. Knoblauch had provided
him with a letter of resignation for Mark Knoblauch and herself. They
have moved out of the City of Hudson and into the Morenci area.
743739:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to accept the
resignation of Kathie Knoblauch and Mark Knoblauch from City Council
with thanks and regret, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Amending City Charter:
City Manager Frank Goodroe advised Council that the Election
Commission has reviewed the election portion of the Charter and have
prepared several recommendations. Council reviewed and discussed the
recommendations
743740:
Motion by Jim Steele, seconded by Dennis Smoke to authorize the
City Manager to have the City Attorney move forward with the process of
amending Chapter 3 of the City Charter, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call
vote.
Bills:
The following bills were submitted for payment:
Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd. $ 3,037.72
Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd $ 4,678.90
Craig Wickham Tree Service $ 1,400.00
Craig Wickham Tree Service $ 1,500.00
Consumers Energy $ 2,713.19
Consumers Energy $ 1,959.29
Consumers Energy $ 2,193.41
Pitney Bowes $ 1,432.00
US Bank $92,745.00
743741:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jerry Tanner to pay the bills,
CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call vote.
Blighted Structure Report:
City Manager Frank Goodroe indicated that the status of the blighted
structures is unchanged. However, several code violation letters have
been sent out, most of which are for long grass and debris in the front
yards. Some violations have been followed up with civil fines.
** Recess at 8:14 p.m.
** Return at 8:57 p.m.
Bid Acceptance Water Tower Project
At this point in the meeting it was noted that Council would be
rescinding its earlier motion to approve the water tower bids because
they do not have enough members present to appropriate the funds to this
project.
743742:
Motion by Dennis Smoke, seconded by Jim Steele to rescind the
early motion to approve the water tower bids and postpone action until
the May 8, 2007 special Council meeting, CARRIED: 4-0 by roll call
vote.
City of Hudson 2007-2008 Budget:
City Manager Frank Goodroe reviewed the 2007-2008 proposed budget
with Council. Council indicated they would like to continue discussions
at a special meeting on May 8, 2007.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
- Mr. Goodroe advised Council that the Mayor’s Exchange will be held
with the Village of Bellevue. The City of Hudson will be hosting
Bellevue on May 17, 2007 and Bellevue will be hosting the City of
Hudson on May 24, 2007. All members of Council are encouraged to
attend on both dates.
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
743743:
Motion by Jim Steele, seconded by Dennis Smoke to adjourn the
meeting at 9:05 p.m.
APPROVED: _____________________________________________
Lee Daugherty, Mayor
ATTEST: _____________________________________________
Kimberly L. Murphy, City Clerk
REVIEWED BY: __________________________________________
Denis F. Jodis, City Attorney
Dated: ______________________________