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MAYOR BERNERO PRESENTS HIS PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012
X. MAYOR’S COMMENTS
XI. SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS (Only persons who have received notice from the City as
an interested party or the interested party’s agent with written permission may speak
for up to a total of 3 minutes. Speakers must sign up on green form.)
A. SCHEDULED SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS
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2. In consideration of the issuance of orders for Make Safe or Demolish
to the owners of property located at 1542 N. High St.
XII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (Legislative matters consist of the
following items on the agenda: public hearings, resolutions, ordinances for
introduction, and ordinances for passage. The public may comment for up to three
minutes. Speakers must sign up on white form.)
A. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. CONSENT AGENDA
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4. BY THE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
a. Approval of a request from M.J.J.J. Inc. for a New Dance-
Entertainment Permit, to be held in conjunction with 2010
Class C Licensed Business, located at 621 E. Michigan Ave.
b. Appropriation of Community Funding to Native American Arts
and Crafts Council for its Riverbank Traditional Pow Wow to be
held on June 17-19, 2011
c. Claim Denial; Joel Christy for property located at 1125 W. Mt.
Hope Ave.
d. Claim Denial; John Andrus for property located at 731 Julia St.
5. BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
a. Grant Acceptance and Transfer of Funds; State/Federal
Programs, District Court Drug Court Grant
b. Transfer of Funds; Park Millage, River Trail Repair and
Maintenance
c. 2010/2011 Budget Amendment; Public Education and
Government (PEG) fees
d. Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant Application
C. RESOLUTIONS FOR ACTION
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1. REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS
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XX. ADJOURNMENT
Persons with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in this meeting should contact the
City Clerk’s Office at (517) 483-4131 (TDD (517) 483-4479). 24 hour notice may be needed for certain
accommodations. An attempt will be made to grant all reasonable accommodation requests.
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CITY OF LANSING
NOTICE OF SHOW-CAUSE HEARING
DEMOLISH OR MAKE SAFE STRUCTURE
617 BLUFF STREET
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Show-Cause Hearing will be held March 28, 2011 in
the City Council Chambers on the 10th floor of the Lansing City Hall located at 124 W.
Michigan Avenue at 7:00 P.M. for the purpose of considering the findings and order of the
Demolition Board Hearing Officer requiring that property located at 617 Bluff St. be made-
safe or demolished.
Persons who have received notice from the City as an interested party or the interested
party's agent with written permission may appear and be given the opportunity to show
cause why the order regarding said property should not be enforced.
LISTED TAXPAYER: James Jacob Ill & Cheryl Narducci HOUSING CODE VIOLATION LTR 7/8/2010
DEMOLITION BOARD MEETING DATE: 1/27/2011 BUILDING: Required, not yet pulled
ORDER: MS or D by 02/27/11 ELECTRICAL: Required, not yet pulled
REASON/CONDITIONS: Unsafe; no action MECHANICAL: Required, not yet pulled
HEARING OFFICER: D. Muylle PLUMBING: Required, not yet pulled
DEMOLITION: na
CURRENTCITYCOUNCIL ACTIVITY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Show-Cause Hearing will be held March 28, 2011 in
the City Council Chambers on the 10th floor of the Lansing City Hall located at 124 W.
Michigan Avenue at 7:00 P.M. for the purpose of considering the findings and order of the
Demolition Board Hearing Officer requiring that property located at 1542 N. High St. be'
made-safe or demolished.
Persons who have received notice from the City as an interested party or the . interested
party's agent with written permission may appear and be given the opportunity to show
cause why the order regarding said property should not be enforced.
INTERESTED PARTIES: Wanda Lester ;Richard Gonzales ORIGINAL RED TAG DATE: 11/19/2009
SEX( INFORMATION: $28,900.00 ZONING: 'C' Residential
LAND VALUE: $5,600.00 ESTIMATE OF REPAIRS: $71,204.00
BUILDING VALUE: $23,300.00 PICTURES: Yes
LOT SIZE: Frontage 50' x Depth 199' OTHER:
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CITY OF LANSING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
For more information about this matter, phone City Council Offices on City
business days, Monday through Thursday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 483-
4177. If you are interested in this matter, please attend the public hearing or
send a representative. Written comments will be accepted between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. on City business days if received before 5 p.m., Monday, March 28, 2011, at
the City Council Offices, Tenth Floor, City Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue,
Lansing, MI 48933-1696.
Please see pages 38-41 of the Lansing 2010-2015 recreation plan for a
list and description of past recreation grants the community has received. Also,
see pages 18-19 for a description of collaboration with adjacent communities and
school districts. Finally, please see page 58-69 for an explanation of the public
input process which includes comments from various stakeholder groups
regarding priorities within the community relating to parks and recreation
development.
Based on the comments from the public input process, the top priorities
included an interurban bikeway that would integrate parks and trails as well as
improve access to the Grand River. This project accomplishes both of these top
priorities by connecting to the proposed Waverly Road Regional Trail network
that will connect Grand River Park to numerous existing parks within Lansing and
by providing access to the Grand River via a fishing/observation platform.
The most significant natural feature on site is the Grand River. Grand
River Park offers more than 4,000 feet of natural shoreline. Currently the park is
primarily used as a boat launch for water based recreation opportunities by
several boat clubs, Michigan State University, and the general public. There is a
significant portion of the site that has not been developed and is densely covered
with forest and shrub vegetation. This large, undeveloped wooded portion of the
site will provide recreation opportunities such as hiking and wildlife observation.
Also, increased fishing opportunities will be realized along the undeveloped
shoreline as well as on the proposed fishing platform. This project is included as
part of the City of Lansing's Non-Motorized Transportation Plan which serves to
promote green infrastructure by providing alternative modes of transportation to
area residents.
4. ❑ ❑ $ 00.00
5. ❑ ❑ $ oo. 00
6. ❑ ❑ $ 00.00
7. ❑ ❑ $ 00.00
8. ❑ ❑ $ 00.00
9. ❑ ❑ $ 00.00
10. ❑ ❑ $ oo. 00
Permit Fees $ 2000 00.00
MNRTFSign $ loon 00.00
❑ Appropriated funds
Date appropriated
❑ Other, explain
Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds included with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
(2)Program Name Administering Agency
❑ Other, explain
Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds included with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application? ❑ No ❑ Yes
d. Cash Donations - List the individual sources and the amounts to be donated below.
SOURCE AMOUNT
$ 00.00
$ 00.00
$ 00.00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
e. Donated Labor or Materials - Include each item to be donated, the source, dollar value, and how the dollar value was determined.
ITEM SOURCE DOLLAR VALUE VALUATION METHOD
$ 00.00
$ 00.00
$ 00.00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
f. Donated Land Value - Describe how the value of the land donation was determined.
Is a letter from the landowner committing to the donation of a portion of fair market value and any conditions placed
upon their commitment included with application? ❑ No ❑ Yes
Section B. Justification of Ne ed .
If you are submitting multiple acquisition or development applications, what is the priority for this
application? (1 = highest) 1
What page(s) of your recreation plan is the need for the proposed project discussed? 58-69
What was the date(s) of public meeting to discuss submission of the grant application? 03-24-11
6, Did you gather public input from individuals with disabilities, their families, or advocates? ❑ No ✓ Yes
Are you the primary provider of recreation services to any surrounding communities, as
documented in your recreation plan? ✓ No ❑ Yes
List communities:
What is the total population of the seasonal residents?
Was the application developed through collaboration with adjacent communities or school
districts? ❑ No !A Yes
What are the estimated operation and maintenance costs associated with the project? $
5.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge of any evidence of leaks, spills, or
stains from a substance other than water at this time or in the past? ✓ ❑ ❑
6.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that there are or have in the past been
waste disposal pits, lagoons, or ponds on the property? !4 ❑ ❑
7.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that there are at this time or have in the
past been registered or unregistered storage tanks on the property? ✓ ❑ ❑
8.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that contaminated groundwater lies
below the property? !I ❑ ❑
9.If there is a water well on the property, does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge
that contaminants have been identified in the well that exceeded legal standards or has the well
been identified as contaminated by a government agency? !I ❑ ❑
10.Has the landowner been notified about any current violations of environmental laws pertaining to
activities on the property or does applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge about past
violations? !4 ❑ ❑
11.Has the landowner been notified of any environmental assessments of the property that identified
a) the presence of hazardous substances, petroleum products, or contamination; or b) the need
for further assessment? ,/ ❑ ❑
12.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any hazardous substances,
unidentified waste materials, tires, or automotive or industrial batteries have been dumped above
ground, buried, or burned on the property? !I ❑ ❑
13.Is the property listed on any federal or state list of contaminated sites, including the site of a
leaking underground storage tank? ✓ ❑ ❑
14.Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any of the adjoining properties are
currently being used or have been used in the past for the purposes listed in the previous
questions 1-13? !J ❑ ❑
15.Has an environmental assessment been completed for the site? If yes, provide the most current. ✓ ❑ ❑
16.Are permits required for the development of the site?
If yes, complete the following table: ❑ ✓ ❑
TYPE OF PERMIT PERMITTING AGENCY EFFORTS TAKEN TO OBTAIN PERMIT OR DETERMINE PERMITREQUIREMENTS
Joint Permit MDEQ/USACE Preliminary investigation into permitapplication
Is the river or tributary a state natural river or a federally dedicated wild and scenic river? © No ❑ Yes
Wetland acreage or frontage? 0 No ❑ Yes
If yes, please list the number of acres of the type(s) of wetland(s) on site
Marsh Prairie Fen Bog Forest Shrub
Dune and swale complex Boreal forest Type unknown
Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? ❑ No ❑ Yes
If yes, source of information
Other water acreage or frontage? 4 No ❑ Yes
If yes, name of other water body
Is the entire water body completely within the site boundaries? ❑ No ❑ Yes
How many linear feet of frontage or acres of water are on site?
Sand dunes? ©No ❑ Yes
If yes, list the number of acres of sand dunes on the site
Critical Not designated as critical, or designation unknown
Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? ❑ No ❑Yes
If yes, source of information
Dedicated state or federal listed wilderness or dedicated natural area or
Pigeon River Country State Forest land or inholding? A No ❑ Yes
If yes, name of area
How many acres on site?
Rare species or any other significant feature as defined by the Michigan Natural Features Inventory?
❑ No nYes
If yes, list species or feature and status. If too many to list here, include in the application narrative.
see application narrative
I hereby certify that I am an official of the applicant agency and am empowered to make the necessary commitments to apply for
this grant. I also certify that / understand all of the commitments and responsibilities listed in the Michigan Natural Resources
Trust Fund 2011 Application Guidelines (/C1905).
Complete all information, sign, and mail to: OVERNIGHT or EXPRESS MAIL to:
GRANTS MANAGEMENT GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
PO BOX 30425 530 W ALLEGAN
LANSING MI 48909-7925 LANSING MI 48933
Mailed applications must be postmarked by the US Postal Service no later than 11:59 PM April 1, 2011.
DO NOT FAX APPLICATION
WHEREAS, Cesar E. Chavez was co-founder and leader of the United Farm Workers
and for over 30 years worked tirelessly to ensure unity, fair wages, respect, and
humane living conditions for hundreds of thousands of farm workers throughout the
country; and
WHEREAS, on April 23, 1993 Cesar E. Chavez, a great hero and leader in our United'
States of America, died of natural causes in San Luis, Arizona; and
WHEREAS, on March 31, 2011 the City of Lansing will host the 3rd Annual Cesar E.
Chavez Memorial Observance honoring this great community leader; and
WHEREAS, the theme for this year's observance as proclaimed by the Cesar E.
Chavez Foundation is "The Movement". Chosen for its theme and exemplified by
Chavez' statement "There is enough love and goodwill in our movement to give energy
to our struggle and still have plenty left over to break down and change the climate of
hate and fear around us";
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, honors
the memory of Cesar E. Chavez who devoted his life to serving others affecting positive
change to the community and declares Thursday, March 31, 2011 as Cesar E. Chavez
Day in the City of Lansing.
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WHEREAS, Pastor Lester D. Stone was born January 20, 1951 in Nashville, Tennessee
to Louis and Viola Stone. He graduated from the Vanderbilt School of Divinity in
Nashville, Tennessee and relocated to Lansing, Michigan in 1982 to take over as Pastor
of Friendship Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Stone led the March for Justice; a civil rights group which
contributed to the election of the first Black Ingham County Prosecuting Attorney,
prompted the Mayor to develop a 13 Point Plan to improve Police/Community Relations,
was instrumental in establishing the Annual Police/Community Relations Conference
sponsored by the City of Lansing, and contributed to the hiring of the first black police
chief in Lansing; and
WHEREAS, during his life he served on the Board of Directors of the Black Child and
Family Institute, the Single Parent Institute, Camp Highfields, and was a lifetime
member of the NAACP, serving at one time on its Education Committee; and
WHEREAS, on Friday, March 25, 2011, the Sixty Plus, Inc., Elderlaw Clinic of the
Thomas M. Cooley Law School will hold a dedication ceremony placing a decorative
stone on display in the Elderlaw Clinic for the "Stone" Community Outreach Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, extends
its gratitude to the Thomas M. Cooley Law School and the Sixty Plus Inc., Elderlaw
Clinic for honoring the late Pastor Lester D. Stone for his work and outstanding
contributions to the community.
BY COUNCILMEMBER CAROL WOOD
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF - LANSING
WHEREAS, Larry Leatherwood is the founder and chairperson of the Uplift Our Youth
Foundation. The Foundation was created under the auspices of the Capital Region
Community Foundation (CRCF), in May 2002. Larry formed the Foundation to create a
source of funding for small 501(c)(3) organizations. The Foundation was incorporated
as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization in November, 2005; and
WHEREAS, Larry began his professional career serving as the Executive Director of the
Battle Creek Area Urban League. Larry is a retired Deputy Director for Administration at
the Michigan Department of Transportation and also served as an Adjunct lecturer in
Public Policy at the University of Michigan - Dearborn. Larry is married to Martha and
is the father of two children, Dr. Stacy Leatherwood and Jeffrey Leatherwood; and
WHEREAS, Larry is an executive consultant and works with clients in business and
marketing development, training in ethics, civility, conflict resolution and program
evaluation. Additionally, he is an Adjunct Consultant with the Michigan Association of
School Boards where he conducts Superintendent Searches for local school districts;
and
WHEREAS, Larry holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Administration from
Western Michigan University. He attended Executive Management programs at Wayne
State University and Howard University in Washington, D.C. He has also completed
Senior Executive Fellow Programs at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at
Harvard University; and
WHEREAS, Larry has won numerous awards and recognitions, some of which include
Who's Who among Black Americans. He also has received the U.S. Small Business
Administration's Small Business Advocate of the Year, the Michigan Public Servant of
the Year, the Wall of Distinction at Western Michigan University, the Lansing YMCA's
President's Award, the Hope Scholars Award, the White House Conference on Small
Business Recognition, the Dr. George James Service Award from Western Michigan
University School of Public Affairs and Administration Department, the Michigan
Legislative Black Caucus "Partners in Community Service" Award, among many others;
and
WHEREAS, Larry received the "Kevin Bibbs"Award from the Gentlemen of Distinction-
Jack and Jill of Lansing, the Community Service Award from the Lansing Chapter of
Kappa Alpha Psi, the 2008 Spirit of Scouting Award from Chief Okemos Council of Boy
Scouts, the 2008 Friend of Youth Award from the Lansing Boys and Girls Club, and
most recently, the 2011 "I have a Dream MLK Legacy"Award from the Urban League of
Battle Creek; and
WHEREAS, Larry has served on many community and statewide boards and
commissions; they include Commissioner of the City of Lansing MLK Commission, past
Chairperson of the Lansing Metropolitan YMCA, past Chairperson of the Capital
Chapter American Society for Public Administration. He currently serves as the
Chairperson of Sparrow Specialty Hospital's Executive Committee Capital Area Health
Alliance. He previously served as a Governor's Appointee to the Michigan Broadband
Development Authority, the State Officers Compensation Commission, the Higher
Education Facilities Authority and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi and Alpha Chi Boule'
fraternities. He was also nominated by Governor Granholm to serve on the Board of
Trustees at Ferris State University; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, wishes
to congratulate Larry Leatherwood on his many accomplishments, his lifelong
commitment and outstanding service to the Greater Lansing community. We applaud
the Lansing Black Lawyers Association for recognizing your exceptional achievements
at the 14th Annual Otis M. Smith Scholarship Dinner. We wish you continued success in
all your future endeavors!
BY COUNCILMEMBER CAROL WOOD
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, Karen Jeanne Hartwig was born on March 4, 1963 to Joan and William
Hartwig, and was a lifelong resident of the East Lansing/Lansing area; and
WHEREAS, in Middle and High School, Karen exhibited her talents as a musician by
playing the clarinet and oboe in the concert and marching bands, along with
participating on the track team; and
WHEREAS, Karen was a loyal Spartan, always wearing her "lucky clothes" for games in
anticipation of helping the teams win; and
WHEREAS, Karen enjoyed many outdoor activities, downhill skiing, water skiing,
kayaking, biking, and playing with her dogs, Huck and Dockett, and spent many happy
hours at the family cottage at Douglas Lake, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, she was known to her friends as always having a smile to share, a hug to
give, a contagious laugh, and kind words to encourage and inspire; and
WHEREAS, she was caring, compassionate, and full of joy for life. Her presence could
instantly light up the room, or transform the mood of those around her. Karen presence
brought joy to hearts and sunlight to souls.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, wishes
to extend its deepest condolences to her friends and family. She will be dearly missed
by all.
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WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lansing set a public hearing for
Monday, April 25, 2011 at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing
City Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of
receiving comments on the proposed CDBG consolidated strategy and plan
submission to HUD for FY 2011-12
RESOLUTION #20110
BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Renaissance Zone Act, being Public Act 376 of 1996 (PA
375 of 1996), George F. Eyde Limited Family Partnership & Louis J. Eyde Limited
Family Partnership (the Developer) has filed an application (the "Application") for a
Renaissance Subzone with the Lansing City Clerk, for a proposed redevelopment
project in Lansing with an estimated cost of thirty six million four hundred thousand
dollars ($36,400,000) (the "Project"), to be constructed on the property more commonly
known as 300 South Washington Square (former Knapp's Building), (the "Property");
and
WHEREAS, the application form was changed by the Michigan Economic Development
Corporation after submission; therefore, a new application form was presented to
Council; and
WHEREAS, Developer as owner of the Property, entered into the Knapp's Building
Development Agreement (the "Agreement") on January 10, 2011 with the City of
Lansing (the "City") and the Lansing Economic Development Corporation (the "LEDC");
and
WHEREAS, the Agreement specifies that the Developer make application for a
Renaissance Subzone for the Project prior to March 31, 2011; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council hereby approves
an application for submission to the Michigan Strategic Fund with a City Council
recommendation to approve a Renaissance Subzone, for the property more commonly
known as 300 South Washington Square, Lansing, Michigan, legally described as:
Lots 1 and 2, Also the East 56 feet of Lots 11 and 12, together with the right of way
for alley and yard purposes over the North 10 feet of the South 24 feet of the West
109 feet and the East 21 feet of the South 24 feet of the West 109 feet of said Lot
11, Block 128, Original Plat City of Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, according to
the plat thereof recorded in Liber 2 Plats, Page 36, 37 and 38, Ingham County
Records
for the period of fifteen (15) consecutive years to begin on December 31, 2011.
5. The completion of the Project is calculated to, and will at the time of
issuance of the certificate, have the reasonable likelihood to, increase
commercial activity, create employment, and revitalize an urban area.
IT IS FINALLY RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall cause the Application for the
Renaissance Subzone to be completed, including the "Clerk Certification" and submit
the Application and a certified copy of this resolution to the Michigan Strategic Fund.
BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for
Monday, April 25, 2011, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing City
Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of approving
and/or opposing the Ordinance for rezoning:
SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood Street, Special Land Use Permit - Day Care Center
BY THE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the Licensing and Enforcement Division of the Michigan Liquor Control
Commission has received a request from M.J.J.J Inc. for a New Dance-Entertainment
Permit, to be held in conjunction with 2010 Class C Licensed Business, located at 621
E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912, Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, M.J.J.J Inc. of 621 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912 has obtained the
appropriate signatures to add a New Dance-Entertainment Permit, to be held in
conjunction with 2010 Class C Licensed Business, located at 621 E. Michigan Ave.,
Lansing, MI 48912, Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on March 21, 2011 to review the
request and took affirmative action;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City Clerk is requested to notify the Michigan Liquor
Control Commission of the action taken.
BY THE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, Native American Arts and Crafts Council has requested $500.00 to defray
costs associated with the Riverbank Traditional Pow Wow to be held on June 17-19,
2011 at Adado Riverfront Park; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, March 21, 2011 and
reviewed the request; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and the Finance Department shall
process this request by charging $500.00 to the Council Community Promotion Account
- 101.112101.741289.0;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Native American Arts and Crafts Council shall submit
a written analysis of the event, including information regarding the number of attendees,
a detailed account as to contributors, funds received, expended, and residual funds to
the Lansing City Council within 60 days after the event.
BY COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, Joel Christie sought to eliminate special assessment of $1,030.00 for tag
monitoring fees and all associated penalties and interest on the property tax bill of 1125
W. Mt. Hope, Lansing, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, March 21, 2011 to
review the claim; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council, hereby, denies the claim
filed by Joel Christie of $1,030.00 for special assessment for tag monitoring fees and all
associated penalties and interest on the property tax bill of 1125 W. Mt. Hope, Lansing,
Michigan;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no further action is required by the City Attorney for
processing this claim.
BY COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, John Andrus sought to eliminate special assessment of $1,350.00 for tag
monitoring fees and all associated penalties and interest on the property tax bill of 731
Julia St., Lansing, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, March 21, 2011 to
review the claim; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council, hereby, denies the claim
filed by John Andrus of $1,350.00 for tag monitoring fees and all associated penalties
and interest on the property tax bill of 731 Julia St., Lansing, Michigan;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no further action is required by the City Attorney for
processing this claim.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, approves
acceptance of the District Court Drug Court Grant received from the Supreme Court
Administrative Office (SCAO1 and that the following FY 2011 transfers be approved:
State/Federal Programs
Sobriety Court MDCGP
(To provide for basic funding of temporary help in District Court 54A's special Sobriety Court
with grant resources from Michigan Drug Court Grant program administered by the Supreme
Court Administrative Office. The grant will operate from October 1, 2010 to September 30,
2011).
(Explanation: Transfer needed to cover the cost of the River Trail repair just south of
the Elm Street Bridge. Original FY 2011 appropriation for River Trail Repair and
Maintenance was $160,000.00. Current balance in the River Trail Repair and
Maintenance account is $109,750.92. The low bid for the project is $167,925. Funds
are available from old projects.)
BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the City has received $55,418 in Public Education and Government (PEG)
fees from AT&T since the inception of our franchise agreement; and
WHEREAS, on an annual basis the City projects the receipt of $48,000 from AT&T
PEG fees; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that PEG fees from AT&T are not restricted to
capital costs and can be used for operational costs of the Office of Community Media;
RESOLUTION #2011-XXX
BY COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, The Grand River Park improvements are meant to create a trail
head of the Waverly Road Regional Recreational Pathway and construct interior
park recreational non-motorized path as well as a fishing pier; and
WHEREAS, the Parks Board met on March 10, 2011 and unanimously supported
the MDNR Trust fund application; and
WHEREAS, the Ways and Means Committee met on March 21, 2011 and
unanimously supported the MDNR Trust fund application; and
WHEREAS, a public meeting was held on March 24, 2011 to discuss the
Waverly Road Regional Recreational Pathway and the proposed improvements
in the Grand River Park; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing City Council held a public hearing for March 28, 2011 in
consideration of the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant to be filed with
the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment.
Council Member Wood, Chair of the Committee on Ways and Means introduced:
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public hearing be set
for Monday, April 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor
Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an
Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to Amend Chapter 876, Section 5, of the
Lansing Codified Ordinances by amending the list of establishments recognized by the
city as being in operation prior to the effective date of Chapter 876.
DRAFT #1.4
MARCH 24, 2011
1 ORDINANCE NO.
7 Section 1. That Chapter 876, Section 5 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
10 There shall be a rebuttable presumption that any medical marihuana establishment not listed in
11 this section was not operating on the effective date of this ordinance. Medical marihuana
12 establishments recognized by the city as being in operation prior to the effective date of this
13 ordinance are:
16 Michigan Avenue;
17 (c) "Capitol City Compassion Club" located at 2010 East Michigan Avenue;
18 (d) "Relief Choices" (Formerly "Clinical Relief') located at 2617 East Michigan
19 Avenue;
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(f) "Compassionate Apothecary Of Lansing" located at 2201 East Michigan
22 Avenue;
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1 (g) "rand River Alternative Medicine" located at 711 East Grand River
2 Avenue;
6 Hope Avenue;
12 (o) "Turtle's" lo
13 (p) "Victoria's Club Med A Sin" located at 1039 North Cedar Strcct;
14 (q) "Your H lth Choice LLC" located at 628 East Michigan Avenue;
16 (s) "Michigan Medical Marihuana Club" located at 3203 North East Strcct;
18 (u) "Green Solutions USA, LLC" located at 3145 South Pennsylvania Avenue;
21 (x) "Mid Michigan Patients Group" located at 3826 South Martin Luther King,
22 Jr. Blvd;
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(dd) "Mary Jane's Compassion Club" located at 917 West Holmes Road;
12 (ii) "Nature's Best Medicine" located at 3308 South Cedar Street, Suite 10a;
15 (11 ..
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1 (ss) "Grccn Cross, LLC" located at 226 East Grand River Avenue;
10 I-
11 Square;
12 (ccc) "Mr. Nice Guy & ASSOCIATES" located at 509 East Grand River Avenue,
13 Suite C;
14 (ddd) "Rock Away Agency Inc." located at 3165 East Michigan Avcnuc;
15 (ccc) "Rock Away Agency Inc." located at 6120 South Cedar Strcct;
16 (fff) "Grccn Harvest Rcleaf Clinic LLC" (aka "Green Harvest") DBA RELEAF
19 (hhh) "Michigan For The Future Inc" located at 915 N Washington Avcnuc;
20 (iii) "Great Lakes Super Medical Marijuana Services" located at 5812 D South
21 Cedar Strcct;
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2 (gg^ "SJDR" DBA "MID MICHIGAN CAREGIVERS" LOCATED AT 718 WEST
3 SAGINAW STREET;
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5 (hh) "STAR BUDS" LOCATED AT 2012 NORTH LARCH STREET;
6
7 (ii) "THE HERBAL CONNECTION" LOCATED AT 4314 SOUTH CEDAR AVENUE;
8
9 fjl "T-N-T INDUSTRIES" LOCATED AT 2121 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE;
10
11 (kk) "TOP SHELF BUDZ" LOCATED AT 1723 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE;
12
13 "TRI-CASTLE ENTERPRISE INC" LOCATED AT 6026 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER
14 KING JR. BLVD;
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16 (mm) "VICTORIA'S CLUB MED-A-SIN" LOCATED AT 1039 NORTH CEDAR STREET;
17
18 (nn) "YOUR HEALTHY CHOICE LLC" AND "TURTLE'S" LOCATED AT 628 EAST
19 MICHIGAN AVENUE.
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21 Section 2. All ordinances, resolutions or rules, parts of ordinances, resolutions or rules
24 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
26 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment, unless given
28 Approved as to form:
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30
31 City Attorney
32 Dated:
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Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
Sincerely,
If you have any questions with respect to this filing, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Karen Hulett
Recording Secretary
Elected Officers Compensation Commission
(- 0'
Elected Officers Compensation Commission
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Recommendation
Salaries
Mayor: $101,650
Clerk: $ 72,555
Council President $ 22,200
Council Vice President $ 20,950
Councilmember $ 20,200
Fringe Benefits
Other Compensation
Transmittal
Don LeDuc
City of Lansing
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Summary of Fringe Benefits
2011
Elected officials shall be eligible for City-provided health, dental, and life insurance
coverage, and for participation in any deferred compensation program, as summarized
below. Unless otherwise noted, this Summary of Fringe Benefits is operative on JULY
1, 2011. The 2009 Summary of Fringe Benefits remains operative until that date.
Health Insurance: The Mayor and City Clerk shall pay 10% of the cost of the premium,
with the City paying the balance, for medical insurance. Coverage will be effective the
first (1st) day of the month following the date the Mayor or City Clerk is sworn in
(commencement of service). Current plans offered are:
< Blue Cross/Blue Shield Community Blue PPO - Office visits are covered with a
$20.00 co-pay. Urgent Care visits copay is $20.00. Prescription drugs co-pays
are $10/20/40, with a mandatory generic rider. This plan includes $50.00 co-pay
for emergency room services, no maximum for preventive services, and 50% co-
pay for mental health and substance abuse. Summary booklets are available in
the Department of Human Resources.
< Physicians Health Plan - includes $20.00 co-payment for office visits. Urgent Care
visits co-payment is $20.00. Emergency room visits co-payment is $50.00.
Prescription drug coverage with $15/25/50 co-payment, with a mandatory generic
rider. Optical (vision) coverage, for exam only, with $20.00 co-payment.
Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources.
Vision Plan: Effective July 1, 2007 Mayor and City Clerk will be eligible to purchase the
Blue Cross Blue Shield VSP 12/12/12 Vision Plan. This plan provides vision exams,
lenses and frames, and contact lenses with co-pays.
Opt out: The Mayor and City Clerk will be allowed to opt out of the City's health care
plan annually, during the City's open enrollment period provided the Mayor or City Clerk
provides written proof of coverage from another source. The Mayor or City Clerk who
opts out of the City's health care plan will be eligible to receive $1800 in any year in
which they receive coverage from another source. In addition, such payments will be
made twice a year, by separate check, following the period of time the Mayor or Clerk
had alternate coverage.
Dental Insurance: The City pays the full premium costs for the Dental plan provided by
the City, coverage includes the Mayor and City Clerk and family members. Coverage
includes 100% coverage for cleaning; 50% coverage for treatment costs with an $800
maximum per person per contract year. Mayor and City Clerk and dependents will also
receive orthodontic coverage which provides fifty percent (50%) of treatment costs with a
$1,000.00 lifetime maximum per person. Coverage is effective the first day of the month
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following thirty calendar days of service. Booklets and summaries are available in the
Department of Human Resources.
Retiree Dental Insurance: Eligible retirees shall be covered by the same insurance as
the active Mayor and City Clerk. The Mayor and City Clerk shall become eligible for
retiree dental insurance beginning at the date of termination of employment with the City,
or at age fifty-five (55), whichever is later; provided the Mayor or City Clerk has at least
fifteen (15) years of service with the City.
AFLAC: The Mayor and City Clerk will have the opportunity to pay for medical insurance
premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses, and dependent care costs with pretax
dollars through AFLAC. AFLAC also offers supplemental insurances that may be
purchased on a pretax basis through payroll deduction. The maximum benefit for
AFLAC shall be Two Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 ($2,500.00) Dollars.
Life Insurance: The City pays the premium for a base $50,000 of group life and
$50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance for the Mayor and. City Clerk.
Life insurance coverage for dependents is available for a reasonable cost to the Mayor
and City Clerk, in accordance with the following schedule:
Spouse $25,000
Coverage is effective one (1) month and one (1) day following the commencement of
service. Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources.
Vacation: No accrued time for sick leave, vacation, or personal time shall exist or be
required.
Parking/Transportation: The Mayor and City Clerk shall have designated parking in the
basement of City Hall.
Vehicle: An automobile will be provided for the regular full time use of the Mayor.
Deferred Compensation: The Mayor and City Clerk shall be eligible to participate in
the City's deferred compensation plans as may be offered by the City. Currently those
plans include ING and T. Rowe Price. The Mayor and City Clerk will be able to
contribute up to the maximum allowed by the IRS annually (e.g., for 2009, $16,500.00)
through payroll deduction. Summaries are available in the Department of Human
Resources.
2) The Mayor and City Clerk become eligible for City contributions following six
(6) months of service and must be enrolled in the Plan prior to completion of
six (6) months of service in order to self direct the investment options of
their retirement account. Failure to enroll prior to completion of six (6)
months of service shall result in the City transferring monies into the Plan
which shall default to the GIC (Guaranteed Investment Contract) Fund.
3) The Mayor and City Clerk will be notified by the Department of Human
Resources of the next quarterly enrollment session in order to receive their
enrollment packet to facilitate timely enrollment and self direction of their
respective investment decisions. Enrollment is initiated following the
quarterly enrollment session.
4) The Mayor and City Clerk have the option of contributing up to five percent
(5%) of their compensation each Plan Year, subject to certain limits
imposed by law..
5) At the end of three full years of service the Mayor and City Clerk will be
vested for all City contributions. Should the Mayor and City Clerk leave at
the end of three full years the elected official will have the following options:
6) The Mayor and City Clerk are, also eligible for a City paid long-term disability
policy which is administered by the selected vendor following the completion
of six (6) months of service. The Mayor and City Clerk shall receive
information pertaining to the long-term disability policy at the quarterly
enrollment session.
Retirement Health Care: Optional: This is a one-time only option that must be made in
writing within thirty (30) days after being officially sworn in or having elected to qualify
on or before July 1, 2001. For all officials elected after October 29, 1990, the City
agrees to provide retirement health care coverage up to 100% of the premium for the
current base plan health care coverage provided to active Mayor and City Clerk.
Retirement health coverage shall begin at the date of termination of employment with
the City, provided the Mayor and City Clerk have at least 15 years of service with the
City and age 55. This coverage is available at a cost of 3.25% of the Mayor and City
Clerk's respective gross pay. This coverage shall be the same insurance coverage
provided to the active Mayor and Clerk. Retirees shall convert to complimentary
coverage at their Medicare eligibility date. Retiree health benefits shall not include
spouse or family coverage for a Mayor or City Clerk first elected after July 1, 2009.
The fringe benefits designated in this Section II are for City Councilmembers.
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Health Insurance: Councilmembers shall have the option to purchase health care
insurance, at their own expense, on the same terms and at the same rate as other part-
time employees of the City for whom such coverage is available, currently UAW.
Coverage will be effective the first (1st) day of the month following the date the
Councilmember is sworn in (commencement of service). Current plans offered are:
< Blue Cross/Blue Shield Community Blue PPO - Office visits are covered with a
$15.00 co-pay. Urgent Care visits copay is $15.00. Prescription drugs co-pays
are $0/15/40, with a mandatory generic rider. This plan includes $50.00 co-pay
for emergency room services, no maximum for preventive services, and 50% co-
pay for mental health and substance abuse. Summary booklets are available in
the Department of Human Resources.
< Physicians Health Plan - includes $20.00 co-payment for office visits. Urgent Care
visits co-payment is $20.00. Emergency room visits co-payment is $50.00.
Prescription drug coverage with $0/15/40 co-payment, with a mandatory generic
rider. Optical (vision) coverage, for exam only, with $20.00 co-payment.
Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources.
Vision Plan: Councilmembers will be eligible to purchase the Blue Cross Blue Shield
VSP 12/12/12 Vision Plan. This plan provides vision exams, lenses and frames, and
contact lenses with co-pays.
Dental Insurance: Councilmembers shall have the option to purchase this dental
insurance, at their own expense, on the same terms and at the same rate as other part-
time employees of the City for whom such coverage is available, currently UAW.
Coverage includes 100% coverage for cleaning; 50% coverage for treatment costs with
an $1,500 maximum per person per contract year. Councilmembers and dependents will
also receive orthodontic coverage which provides fifty percent (50%) of treatment costs
with a $3,000.00 lifetime maximum per person. Coverage is effective the first day of the
month following thirty calendar days of service. Booklets and summaries are available in
the Department of Human Resources.
Retiree Dental Insurance: Eligible retirees shall be covered by the same insurance as
active Councilmembers. The Councilmember shall become eligible for retiree dental
insurance beginning at the date of termination of employment with the City, or at age
fifty-five (55), whichever is later; provided the Councilmember has at least fifteen (15)
years of service with the City. Councilmembers first taking office on or after January 1, ,
2010, shall not be eligible for this benefit.
AFLAC: Councilmembers will have the opportunity to pay for medical insurance
premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses, and dependent care costs with pretax
dollars through AFLAC. AFLAC also offers supplemental insurances that may
purchased on a pretax basis through payroll deduction. The maximum limit for AFLAC
shall be Two Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 ($2,500.00) Dollars. Councilmembers
first taking office on or after January 1, 2010, shall not be eligible for this benefit.
Life Insurance: Councilmembers are not eligible for City provided group life and
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Vacation: No accrued time for sick leave, vacation, or personal time shall exist or be
required.
2) The Councilmember becomes eligible for City contributions following six (6)
months of service and must be enrolled in the Plan prior to completion of six
(6) months of service in order to self direct the investment options of their
retirement account. Failure to enroll prior to completion of six (6) months of
service shall result in the City transferring monies into the Plan which shall
default to the GIC (Guaranteed Investment Contract) Fund.
At the end of three full years of service the Councilmember will be vested for
all City contributions. Should the Councilmember leave at the end of three
full years the Councilmember will have the following options:
6) The Councilmember is also eligible for a City paid long-term disability policy
which is administered by the selected vendor following the completion of six
(6) months of service. The Councilmember shall receive information
pertaining to the long-term disability policy at the quarterly enrollment
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session.
Retirement Health Care: For all officials elected after October 29, 1990 and taking
office before January 1, 2010 who exercised the option to participate in retiree
healthcare, the City will provide retirement health care coverage up to 100% of the
premium for the current base plan health care coverage provided to active
Councilmembers. Retirement health coverage shall begin at the date of termination of
employment with the City, provided the Councilmember has at least 15 years of service
with the City and age 55. This coverage is available at a cost of 3.25% of the Council
member's gross pay. This coverage shall be the same insurance coverage provided to
the active Mayor and Clerk. Retirees shall convert to complimentary coverage at their
Medicare eligibility date.
Retiree Healthcare Opt out: Councilmembers who receive Retirement Health Care
insurance will be allowed to opt out of the City's health care plan annually, during the
City's open enrollment period provided the Councilmember provides written proof of
coverage from another source. Any Councilmember who opts out of the City's health
care plan will be eligible to receive $1800 in any year in which they receive coverage
from another source. In addition, such payments will be made twice a year, by separate
check, following the period of time the Councilmember had alternate coverage.
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
The attached Request for Recognition of Non-Profit Status in the City of Lansing has
been submitted to the City Clerk's Office, and is being forwarded for your consideration
and appropriate action:
Sincerely,
LIVEFIT FOUNDATION
"To improve, motivate and inspire youngpeople through health and fitness"
Re:
Non profit recognition
Our non profit organization, the LiveFit Foundation, EIN # 27-0340436 would like to
request that the City of Lansing recognize our organization as a non profit group doing
business in Lansing, as well as our eligibility to conduct charitable gaming events.
Enclosed is the local governing body resolution for charitable gaming licenses form. We
respectfully request that your office put our request on your next meeting agenda, and
notify us of your decision.
Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. If additional information is
needed, please contact our office. Thank you again for your time.
Trisha Nylund
O F THE REEA
tY.' IRS DEPRTMENTREVENUE SE
RY
CINCINNATI OH 45999-0023
CE
Date of this notice: 06-10-2009
Employer Identification Number:
27-0340436
Form: SS-4
Number of this notice: CP 575 E
LIVEFIT FOUNDATION
TRISHA NYLUND
400 ALLEN ST For assistance you may call us at:
LANSING, MI 48912 1-800-829-4933
70514U
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
For use by Domestic Nonprofit Corporations
(Please read information and instructions on the last page)
Pursuant to the provisions of Act 162, Public Acts of 1982, the undersigned corporation executes the following
Articles:
ARTICLE 1
ARTICLE II
ARTICLE III
2. If organized on a stock basis, the total number of shares which the corporation has authority to issue is
3. a. If organized on a nonstock basis, the description and value of its real property assets are: (if none, insert "none")
none
b. The description and value of its personal property assets are: (if none, insert "none")
none
ARTICLE IV
, Michigan
(StreetAddress or P.O. Box) (City) (ZIP Code)
ARTICLE V
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Address
Document will be returned to the name and address you enter above.
If left blank, document will be returned to the registered office.
3. Article VI and VII of the Articles of Incorporation is hereby amended to read as follows:
Article VI:
Said organization is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, including, for such purposes, the
making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal
Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
Article VII:
Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of
section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be
distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not
disposed of shall be disposed of by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which the principal office of the
organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall
determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.
The foregoing amendment to the Articles of Incorporation was duly adopted on the 10 day of
December 2010 by the (check one of the following)
Member or shareholder approval for nonprofit corporations organized on a membership or share basis
J written consent of all the members or shareholders entitled to vote in accordance with section 407(3) of the Act.
Directors (Only if the Articles state that the corporation is organized on a directorship basis)
Nonprofit Corporations
By
tune of President, Vice-President, Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson)
LiveFit Foundation
-Constitution
Section 1. The President shall serve for one year from May 1 to April 30.
The Vice President shall serve for one year from May 1 to
April 30.
The Commissioner shall serve for one year from May 1 to
April 30.
The Athletic Project (A.P.) Director shall serve for two years
from May 1 to April 30.
The Secretary shall serve for two years from May 1 to April
30.
The Treasurer shall serve for two years from May 1 to April
30.
Section 2. Only members in good standing may nominate, be nominated
and vote; elections shall be by secret ballot and require a
simple majority of members present.
Section 3. The President shall have the following duties; to convene and
preside at all meetings, represent the best interest of the
organization, and guide orderly discussion.
The Vice President shall have the following duties; to advise
the president on new orders of business, review old business,
and bring to attention any past issues that need to be brought
back into discussion for final approval, denial, or
reconsideration..
The Commissioner shall have the following duties; to
establish relationships with school districts, colleges and
universities, and bring their support into our program.
The Athletic Project Director shall have the following duties;
discover athletic projects that fit into the overall goal of the
organization desire to find affordable athletic endeavors for
underprivileged children.
The Secretary shall have the following duties; to advise the
board of member statues compare number of new members
and retained members on a yearly basis.
The Treasurer shall have the following duties; to manage and
document all income and advise the board on all financial
information.
Section 4. An officer failing to maintain membership in good standing
may be removed at any meeting by vote of the general
membership.
ARTICLE V AMMENDMENTS
ARTICLE VI DISSOLUTION
The purpose of the following policy and procedures is to complement the LiveFit
foundations bylaws to prevent the personal interest of staff members, board members,
and volunteers from interfering with the performance of their duties to, or result in
personal financial, professional, or political gain on the part of such persons at the
expense of or its Members, supporters, and other stakeholders.
1. Full disclosure, by notice in writing, shall be made by the interested parties to the full
Board of Directors in all conflicts of interest, including but not limited to the
following:
4. An interested Board member, officer, or staff member shall not participate in any
discussion or debate of the Board of Directors, or of any committee or subcommittee
thereof in which the subject of discussion is a contract, transaction, or situation in
which there may be a perceived or actual conflict of interest. However, they may be
present to provide clarifying information in such a discussion or debate unless
objected to by any present board or committee member.
5. Anyone in a position to make decisions about spending 's resources (i.e., transactions
such as purchases contracts) - who also stands to benefit from that decision - has a
duty to disclose that conflict as soon as it arises (or becomes apparent); s/he should
not participate in any final decisions.
6. A copy of this policy shall be given to all Board members, staff members, volunteers
or other key stakeholders upon commencement of such person's relationship with or
at the official adoption of stated policy. Each board member, officer, staff member,
and volunteer shall sign and date the policy at the beginning of her/his term of service
or employment and each year thereafter. Failure to sign does not nullify the policy.
7. This policy and disclosure form must be filed annually by all specified parties.
At a meeting of the
REGULAR OR SPECIAL TOWNSHIP, CITY, OR VILLAGE COUNCIL/BOARD
called to order by on
DATE
nonprofit organization operating in the community for the purpose of obtaining charitable
APPROVAL DISAPPROVAL
Yeas: Yeas:
Nays: Nays:
Absent: Absent:
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution offered and
adopted by the at a
TOWNSHIP, CITY, OR VILLAGE COUNCIL/BOARD REGULAR OR SPECIAL
meeting held on
DATE
SIGNED:
TOWNSHIP, CITY, OR VILLAGE CLERK
ADDRESS
COMPLETION: Required.
PENALTY: Possible denial of application.
BSL-CG-1153(R6/09)
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Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
The Minutes from the Meetings of the following Boards and Authorities of the City of
Lansing were placed on file in the City Clerk's Office and are attached for your information
and review.
If my staff or I can provide further assistance or information relative to the filing of these
minutes, please contact us at 483-4131.
Sincerely,
)/i
Chris Swope, C, MC
Lansing City Clerk
APPROVED MINUTES
LANSING CITY BOARD OF ETHICS
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 8, 2011 - 5:30 P.M.
LPD NORTH PRECINCT CONFERENCE ROOM
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 P.M. in the Conference Room, Lansing Police
Department North Precinct, Lansing, Michigan.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
MOTION CARRIED
Moved by Mr. Thorp to approve the minutes of December 14, 2010 as submitted.
MOTION CARRIED
Communications and Petitions sent and received since the last meeting:
The Board reviewed the affidavit and found no issues to further debate or discuss.
Moved by Mr. Folkers to receive and place on file the letter and send a letter stating no further
action needed.
MOTION CARRIED
Ms. Grettenberger asked that board members, including those not present, read the complaint
confidentially after the meeting with the intention of taking up. this matter formally at the next
meeting. She asked the Chief Deputy City Clerk to send the complaint to board members not
present.
CHAIR'S REPORT:
Ms. Grettenberger asked the City Deputy City Clerk to send out a reminder to all board members
stating that the March 2011 meeting will take place on March 15, 2011 and not the second
Tuesday of the month as usual.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
Ms. Grettenberger asked the City Deputy City Clerk to provide an update on the vacant Mayoral
appointed board position at the next meeting.
Mr. Thorp stated that he would not like to be re-appointed to his 3rd Ward position on the board
when his term expired on June 30, 2011.
Mr. Thorp asked to have a discussion at the next meeting regarding the effectiveness of the code
of ethics.
Ms. Grettenberger asked the Chief Deputy City Clerk to add an ethics discussion to the "Revision
of the Ethics Ordinance" item under Unfinished Business at the next meeting.
CITY OF LANSING .
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
120 E. Shiawassee
Lansing MI48933
517-483-4200
The Fire Marshal Division visited several schools; speaking to 5,500 students;
stressing the importance of Home Safety.
Over 200 Lansing residents (adults as well as many children) attended the 2010
open houses, all getting the very important message of: having WORKING Fire and
Carbon Monoxide Alarms in their homes. They also learned hands on, about Fire
Trucks, Ambulances etc. Anyone wishing to do so even got a chance to hold and spray
water from a Fire Hose.
The Lansing Fire Department responded to 16,769 incidents in 2010. They are
pleased to say that there were No Fire Fatalities reported in 2010.
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
PLANNING OFFICE
Virg Bernero, Mayor 316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
Enclosed for your review is the Historic District Study Committee Preliminary Report regarding the
establishment of a local historic district at the former First Methodist Church (AKA Old Town Temple),
502 E. Grand River Ave. This preliminary report is also being transmitted to the State Historic
Preservation Office and the Lansing Planning Board in accordance with Section 1220(03) of the
Codified Ordinances.
This historic district proposal was initiated by Alan Hooper of the Old Town Temple, LLC, primarily for
the purpose of making federal and state Historic Preservation Tax Credits available for the
development. These tax credits cover 25% of the approved rehabilitation expenses, provided that the
work is completed in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation (also
enclosed).
We anticipate holding a public hearing on this proposal on or about Monday, June 6, 2011, at a
meeting of the Study Committee and Historic District Commission. After the public hearing,
comments on the preliminary report will be addressed in a final report, which will be submitted to you
upon completion for City Council consideration.
A final report is the one that requires Council action (consideration of an ordinance) but you are
certainly welcome to transmit courtesy copies of this preliminary report to the City Council for their
information.
Enclosure
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Historic District Study Committee Report
Pursuant to Section 399.203 of Public Act 169 of 1970 (PA 169), as amended, Michigan 's Local Historic
Districts Act.
Chargeofthe Committee
The City of Lansing's City Council passed Resolution #2010-208 on June 28, 2010 to establish the historic
district study committee for the former First United Methodist Episcopal/Bethlehem Temple Church.
The committee was asked to study a single resource local historic district at the location of the former
home of the First Methodist Episcopal Church and the Bethlehem Temple. The building is located at the
southeast corner of Grand River Avenue and Cedar Street in North Lansing.
Phil Mondro has served on several historic district study committees in Lansing. He is currently the chair
of the Historic District Commission.
Cassandra Nelson has a Master's Degree in Historic Preservation and is a former preservation specialist
for the Michigan Department of Transportation. Ms. Nelson currently serves on the Historic District
Commission and served on the Marshall Street Armory Historic District Committee.
Kara Wood is a former staff member of the Lansing Economic Development Corporation and has
initiated the successful nomination of downtown Lansing to the National Register of Historic Places. Ms.
Wood also served on the Marshall Street Armory Historic District Committee.
Alan Hooper is a member of Old Town Temple, LLC, which owns the proposed historic district. He has
conducted extensive research on the history and architecture of the building prior to acquiring it and
proposing it for designation as a local historic district.
The legal parcel number for the property is 33-01-01-09-427-002 which is further described as:
The property is located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Grand River Avenue and Cedar
Street. The visual boundaries of the property are depicted on Figure 1- Proposed Historic District
Boundaries.
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Boundary Justification
The proposed boundaries are consistent with the approximate boundaries of the original 1918 property
boundaries.
The history of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Lansing dates back to the 1840s. The original
church members met in a building on the North side of Wall Street (now Maple) between Cedar and
Center Streets. The building was jointly owned and occupied by the Methodists and a congregation of
Presbyterians. The Presbyterians eventually moved on and built a new church in 1852 at the northwest
corner of Washington and Franklin (now Grand River Avenue). The Methodists continued at their
original location until 1868 when they began construction of a new wooden church in the proposed
historic district site. James Turner, a prominent figure in the settlement and development of Lansing,
was a founding member of the church. His wife Marion served as the present of the Ladies Aid Society,
which frequently hosted ice cream socials to raise money for the church. Unfortunately, Mr. Turner
died of typhoid at the age of 49 before the first building was completed on the proposed historic district
site in 1870. (Hall, 1946, p. 3)
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The wooden church building was home to the congregation until 1904 when "the necessity of a new
church building became very apparent about this time as the growth of this part of the city was so rapid
as to require better church and Sunday school facilities," (Hall, 1946, p. 4). The new church was built on
the same site as the old one and dedicated in February 1905. This church was a more impressive
building than the original wooden church, having been constructed of stone with an impressive tower
In 1917, newspaper headlines were largely focused on the war in Europe. The United States had not
intervened in the war under the leadership of President Woodrow Wilson. However, in early 1917
before the U.S .declared war, the Germans increased their offensive efforts and began to attack even
merchant ships with their submarines. After German submarines sank seven U.S. merchant ships and
evidence of their attempt to coax Mexico into war against us surfaced, the U.S. declared war on April 6,
1917. Ten days earlier, the First Methodist Episcopal Church laid the cornerstone for a new brick church
at the southeast corner of Franklin (now Grand River Avenue) and Cedar Streets. Since the 1905 stone
church building was completed, North Lansing continued to grow. In just 12 years, the congregation's
needs had outgrown the substantial new stone building. The new brick church was to be the third and
final building that the congregation would build on the property.
On April 3, 1918, Lansing's newspaper, The State Journal, contained a prominent article featuring the
new church building. The headline declared "CHURCH WILL BE FREED FROM DEBT WITH LIBERTY
BONDS." April 7, 1918, one day after the first anniversary of the U.S. entry into the war, known as
"Liberty Sunday," the church was dedicated. The day was called Liberty Sunday because the
government had just issued the third series of Liberty Bonds to raise money for the war effort. Buying a
bond was everyone's patriotic duty. The members of the congregation had pledged their purchases of
previous bond issues to the church to pay off the debt associated with the new construction.
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It's doubtful that James Turner could have conceived the modern conveniences that his church would
come to enjoy. The new building featured amenities that included heating and cooling, intercoms,
drinking fountains and indoor plumbing, electric fixtures, a print shop, eleven Sunday school class
rooms, and an auditorium. The Reverend G.V. Wade, was quoted with pride that the building was
constructed in the midst of the hardships of war using construction materials that were purchased
entirely in Lansing. He also was proud of his 350 member congregation, which was comprised primarily
of working people employed in Lansing factories.
The church features a classical portico with four steel pillars and a dentillated cornice. The stained glass
windows from the 1904 stone church were reused inside the building and most are still present.
Additionally, the building features stained glass windows on all four sides, with more than 31 on the
front (Grand River facing) facade alone. Many of the windows display the names of prominent church
members, organizations, and leaders. Notable names include Mrs. Marion Turner, The Junior League of
Lansing, and the Reverend Doty.
According to The Bicentennial History of Ingham County, Michigan, the building's bricks were from the
Beale brickyards located to the northeast of the intersection of Larch and Oakland. This yard was said to
have furnished the bricks for many public buildings and private residences for "...the length and breadth
of the city," (Ceaser, 1967, pp. 223-224). Some of these prominent buildings included the old Central
Methodist Church (northwest corner of Washington and Ottawa), the Universalist Church, the Catholic
Church (on the corner of Chestnut and Madison), and the Grange Building located at 1250 Turner Street
(now home to the Esquire bar).
As the First Methodist Church enjoyed its new building, its congregation continued to grow. A Sunday
Service program (attached) dated April 16, 1939 indicates that every Sunday church school began at
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10:00am, followed by a Public Worship Service at 11:00am In the evening, a 6:00pm Devotional Hour
was held by the Intermediate League at the same time as The Epworth League 's Sunday evening
fellowship. At 7:00pm a Pleasant Sunday evening service was held with music from a 40-member junior
choir. Notices and news items contained in the program indicate that the building was also used
throughout the week for a variety of purposes including a: Boy Scouts weekly meeting, Girl Reserves
meeting, family church night co-operative supper, and choir rehearsals.
In 1946, the First Methodist Church celebrated its centennial in Lansing which was observed from
October 20 until October 27, 1946. In the pamphlet, The History of the First Methodist Church 1846-
1946, the church's active membership was reported to be 743 and the church's school, men's club,
women's society, and youth groups were said to "...face the coming years with high vision and lofty
idealism" (Hall, 1946, p. 6).
The First Methodist Church began to explore relocation options in 1959 due to "...the changing
community in North Lansing, with highways going through, lack of parking, migration of members to
other parts of Lansing, and long range plans for industrial development, "(First Methodist Church, 1967,
p. 8). In 1962, after they secured a new property at Delta River Drive and Waverly, the building was
listed for sale. Late in 1964, the proposed historic district was sold to the Bethlehem Temple
Congregation for $60,000.
In 1976, the City of Lansing Historic District Study Committee identified the building as being worthy of
preservation for its historic value and included it in their report, Memorandum 76. Cedar Street was
later extended north past Grand River Avenue to form a one-way street with traffic to the south. Larch
Street a block to the west was changed to a northbound one-way. This dramatically changed the
character of the area around the proposed historic district.
The Bethlehem Temple congregation occupied the property through the 1990s until they too outgrew
the space and relocated to south Lansing. The property was purchased by developers and extensive
renovations were made to the interior of the building in order to accommodate reuse of the building as
a nightclub. The Temple Club opened in 2001; the business ran until October 2006. The property was
subsequently in the possession of the creditor bank when it was purchased in 2009 by its current
owners.
The proposed Old First Methodist Church historic district meets the criteria for eligibility established by
the U.S. Secretary of the Interior on its own merit under the following criteria:
The Old First Methodist Church historic district is significant under Criterion A for a number of reasons,
including:
• The building structure is a testament to the founding of Lansing. The building symbolizes the
rapid growth, development, and increasing sophistication of the Methodist congregation and
Lansing as a whole.
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• The building's cornerstone was laid 10 days prior to the United States declaration of war against
Germany. Very few significant buildings were built in 1917. The congregation's sacrifice and
willpower created a magnificent modern building during the hardships of war.
This 3-story building was built in 1917 by the First Methodist Episcopalian Church. In a March 10, 2011
phone conversation with Bob Christensen, he indicated that the building was designed by Lee Black, a
Lansing based architect. Mr. Black and his son, Kenneth Black, designed many notable buildings in
Lansing. The Old First Methodist Church is a unique building and there are not any other similar
surviving buildings in Lansing.
The main body of the building is rectangular, with a footprint that is roughly 90 feet wide by 60 feet
deep with a 2-story rectangular entrance that is centered on the north facade. This entrance is 40 feet
wide by 8 feet deep featuring four steel, fluted columns standing on stone foundations. The top of the
entrance is capped with a dentillated cornice and molding. The entire building is constructed of brick
that varies in shade from light brown/tan to chocolate brown. The brown brick color is accented by
sharply contrasting white and cream elements including a band of light stone on the building's
foundation, white window sills, white keystones in three prominent window arches, white double
crosses, and a cream colored band of trim below a large cream colored dentillated molding that is
prominent on the east, north, and west building facades. Another distinctive feature of the building is
the extensive use of stained glass. All of the building's 78 windows feature stained glass panes. The
windows on the east, north, and west facades generally feature geometric patterns and are arranged in
regular, symmetrical groups. On the building's south (rear) facade, 2 large stained glass windows are
featured that depict biblical scenes. The building is in good condition with some deterioration of brick on
the south facade and the need for varying amounts of repair of virtually all of the windows. The vast
majority of the building appears to be in its original condition with very little alteration of windows or
cladding materials.
The interior of the building is comprised of 2 primary spaces with several smaller rooms, bathrooms,
common areas, and staircases. On the first floor, the main entrance features a wide, wooden staircase
that leads to a landing and short stairs to the second floor. Past the main entranceway, the first floor
has a hallway that extends from the northeast stairs to the west side of the building. Along the hallway,
four stained glass windows that appear to be from a previous church building that occupied the same
site. There is a large, open room on the first floor with access to smaller rooms on each side and the
building's major bathroom groups on the east side.
The second floor features a large, two-story assembly area that is the central space in the building.
From the assembly area, a two-story sanctuary is present on the east side, two smaller rooms on the
north, and another room to the west. The room to the west was last used as a bar area by a night club
that operated the building and the fixtures are still present. The third floor is a mezzanine level that is
open to the second floor on the west and north sides. Bathrooms are present on the east side of the
third floor. A large amount of original oak woodwork is still present throughout the building, mainly in
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buildings 2 stairwells and main staircase, the ceiling of the assembly area, door and window trims, and
throughout the mezzanine level.
The building is adjacent to the sidewalks on the north side (Grand River Avenue) and the west side
(Cedar Street). A driveway and parking area are present to the east and south of the building. Brick
retaining walls are present along Cedar Street to the south of the building and along Grand River to the
east. The retaining walls do not appear to be original to the building.
Photographs
Photographs of the proposed Old Methodist Church historic district are included as Appendix A.
Bibliography
Anonymous, 1878, American Biographical History of Eminent and Self-Made Men, Vol. 2, Western
Biographical Publishing Co.
McNeal, Jennie, History of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Lansing, 1917
The State Journal, Church Will Be Freed From Debt with Liberty Bonds, April 3, 1918
Hall, Lula P., edit., The History of the First Methodist Church 1846-1946, First Methodist Church, 1946
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The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
City of Lansing
Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Please forward this resolution to City Council for placement on the Agenda.
If you have any questions, or need additional information, please give me a call.
Attachments
Resolution #
BY COUNCILMEMBER
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for
Monday, April 25, 2011 at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing City
Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of receiving
comments on the proposed CDBG consolidated strategy and plan submission to HUD for
FY 2011-12.
RE: Proposed Program Objectives and Projected Use of Federal Funds for the
Consolidated Plan, 2011-2016 and Action Plan, FY 2012 (7/1/11-6/30/12)
The City of Lansing is preparing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan, 2011-2016 in conjunction with
the Annual Action Plan FY 2012 (7/1/11 - 6/30/12). The Lansing Planning Board, at their
meeting on March 21, 2011 voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval of the Draft
Statement of Proposed Program Objectives and Projected Use of Community Development
Fund Resources for Fiscal Year 2012. A copy of the statement is attached for your review,
which identifies the activities to be undertaken by the City using Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG), HOME Program and Emergency Shelter (Solutions) Grant (ESG) Program
Funds commencing July 1, 2011. A public hearing was held before Planning Board on
December 7, 2010. The minutes of the public hearing are attached to this letter for your
information. There were no comments received. The second of three public hearings regarding
the funding allocations was held on February 15, 2011. One person expressed support for the
use of CDBG and HOME funds. Written communication was received in support of the federal
funds. The last hearing will be held before the City Council on April 25, 2011. In addition to the
hearings, public comments will be solicited for a thirty (30) day period beginning with the
publication of a summary of the Plan in the Lansing State Journal in March. The Consolidated
Plan, which is the City's planning application for these programs, must be submitted to the
Department of Housing and Urban Development by May 14, 2011.
The proposed use of funds is based on goals and objectives established for each of the three
(3) programs, and reflects needs identified and commitments made relative to housing and
shelter rehabilitation, weatherization, public improvements and redevelopment activities. The
allocation for public services is limited to 15% of the estimated Community Development Block
Grant at the time the Board took action. The allocations for administration, planning and urban
design and project operations are staff and operating costs related to delivery of not only the
CDBG, HOME and Emergency Shelter Grant Programs, but other State and Federal Programs
as well.
Community Development Block Grant, HOME Program and Emergency Shelter (Solutions)
Grant Program Federal Funds estimated in the amount of $3,255,300 will be budgeted for the
next fiscal year.
Proposed Program Objectives and Projected Use of Federal Funds, FY 2012, Page 2.
Funding levels will not be firm until appropriations are finalized by the Congress of the United
States and grant agreements ordered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
The Planning Board recommends that the Mayor and City Council adopt the Draft Statement of
Proposed Objectives, Goals and Projected Use of Community Development Fund Resources as
part of the budget for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 for the City of Lansing was made by unanimous
vote. Attached for your information are copies of the minutes of the public hearings on
December 7, 2010 and February 15, 2011 and the March 21, 20110 action taken by the
Planning Board.
Sincerely,
b. Provide housing counseling and assistance that will benefit low and moderate-
income households.
d. Maintain at current levels the number of public and assisted housing units
available to low and moderate-income households.
e. Provide assistance to develop housing and supportive human services for people
with special needs and who are homeless and those at risk of becoming
homeless.
3/24/2011
Includes loans and grants for rehabilitation of rental housing units $78,474
through city sponsored programs. Includes funds to meet lead hazard
reduction regulations in rehabilitated structures. 8 units estimated.
Code Enforcement
Weatherization
Acquisition
3/24/2011
Public Improvements
Economic Development
Includes staff and other costs associated with preparation of required $ 456,400
Consolidated Planning documents, environmental clearances, fair
housing activities and citizen participation activities associated with the
delivery of CDBG, HOME and other state and federal programs.
Includes planning and general administration costs associated with
delivery of CDBG and other state and federal programs. Includes
indirect administrative costs and building rent paid to the city.
3/24/2011
Includes loans and grants for rehabilitation of at least two owner- $ 100,000
occupied housing units. Additional units may be completed with prior
year funds.
Funds provided to homebuyers for down payment and closing costs for $ 200,000
purchase of a single-family home located within the Lansing city limits.
Up to $15,000 will be available as a 0% interest second mortgage for
homebuyers with income at or below 80% of median income.
Assistance not limited to first-time homebuyers. May include staff time
and/or homeownership counseling fees associated with this activity.
Estimate 12 housing units. Prior year funds may be used.
New Construction
Includes funds for loans and grants for construction of 1 affordable $ 100,000
housing unit. Additional units to be completed with prior year funds.
HOME funds allocated for housing developed in partnership with the $216,585
city, including Supportive Housing Program (SHP) activities, and
Homeowner Purchase Rehab (HPR). Projects may include new
construction and rehabilitation activities with non-profit and for-profit
developers, including CHDOs. Funds may also be transferred for use
in single-family, owner-occupied rehabilitation projects. Also includes
staff time associated with these activities. 2 housing units estimated.
Additional units may be completed with prior year funds.
3/24/2011
Shelter Operation
SUMMARY
Administrative, management and operation costs for the above programs include the
administration, management and operations of the eligible activities, as well as other
federal and state community development programs in which the city is now or
may be participating. *Forthcoming changes due to the HEARTH Act will result in
transitioning this program name and activities from Emergency Shelter Grant Program to
Emergency Solutions Program.
At the time of this publication, allocations had not been established by the federal
government. It is anticipated that figures presented here will change after the final grant
amounts are announced.
3/24/2011
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
City of Lansing
Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Please forward this resolution to City Council for placement on the Agenda.
If you have any questions, or need additional information, please give me a call.
Attachments
RESOLUTION #
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that the
City of Lansing submit a Five-Year Consolidated Strategy and Plan Submission (CSPS), 2011-
2016 and the FY2012 Annual Action Plan in order to receive Community Development fund
resources, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME and Emergency
Solutions (Shelter) Grant (ESG) program funds, for the upcoming fiscal year 2011-2012; and
WHEREAS, the estimated CDBG, HOME and ESG entitlement amount allocated to Lansing for
the upcoming fiscal year is $3,255,300 which is subject to adjustment by HUD; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to program requirements, the City has conducted a citizen participation
and open review process which has included planning and meetings with neighborhood groups,
housing and supportive service providers, the State and neighboring local governments; and
WHEREAS, the City has further promoted participation, input and review in the process by
conducting two (2) separate advertised public hearings before the Lansing Planning Board, one
on December 7, 2010 regarding housing and community development needs and one on
February 15, 2011 regarding proposed Annual CSPS program objectives and projected use of
Federal entitlement and formula program funds; and
WHEREAS, the City did also initiate and carry out the required thirty (30) day public comment
period on the proposed CSPS and Annual Action Plan by publishing a summary of the plan in
the Lansing State Journal on March 17,2011; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing will be held by the Lansing City Council on April 25, 2011, to again
receive citizen comments and recommendations and to give final review to the CSPS and
Annual Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, Federal regulations require the City to make certain certifications and assurances
to HUD as a part of the City's CSPS application;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Lansing adopts the
Consolidated Strategy and Plan Submission, 2011-2016 and FY2012 Annual Action Plan
(7/1/2011 -6/30/2012) for the City of Lansing that includes housing and community development
goals, objectives and strategies, and the budget for the use of community development fund
resources proposed by the Development and Planning Committee; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor, as the City's Chief Executive Officer, is hereby
authorized to sign the Consolidated Strategy and Plan Submission, 2011-2016 and FY2012
Annual Action Plan (7/1/2011 -6/30/2012), including all understandings, assurances and
certifications contained therein, and to submit the grant application to the Department of
Housing and Urban Development; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Mayor is authorized, as the official representative of the
City of Lansing, to provide any and all information, to act in connection with the application and
to execute all agreements, contracts and legal documents, including the Agreement between
the City and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, to secure funds and
implement the CSPS program.
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Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth
MICHIGAN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION (MLCC)
7150 Harris Drive, P.O. Box 30005
Lansing, Michigan 48909-7505
Request ID #: 607981
The Michigan Liquor Control Commission has received an application from P & W FOODS OF LANSING,
INC. REQUESTS TRANSFER OWNERSHIP 2010. SDD & SDM LICENSED BUSINESS LOCATED AT
5016 S MARTIN LUTHER KING JR, LANSING, MI 48910, INGHAM COUNTY FROM Ii,, LTOOD
CENTERS, INC (STEP 2)
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SAIB S. BTK 511 RANCH DR, MUSKEGON, MI 49441-4939 -^-
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RANDY WATHA 12987 AZURE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315 H: 248-361-1881 ,..:
SHAWKI WATHA 49187 GOLDEN LAKE DRIVE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315 H:248r91.Q-5403 B:
313-891-8888
Specially Designated Merchant (SDM) licenses permit the sale of beer and wine for consumption off the
premises only. Specially Designated Distributor (SDD) licenses permit the sale of alcoholic liquor, other than
beer and wine under 21 per cent alcohol by volume, for consumption off the premises only.
For your information, part of the investigation of the application is conducted by the local law enforcement
agency and investigative forms will be released to them either in person or by mail.
Although local governing body approval is not required by the Michigan Liquor Control Code, Rules and
Related Laws for off-premise licenses, the local governing body, or its designee, may notify the Commission at
the above address within 15 days of receipt of this letter if the applicant location will not be in compliance with
all appropriate state and local building, plumbing, zoning, fire, sanitation and health laws and ordinances, or if
the applicant is considered ineligible due to other factors.
All conditions of non-compliance must be outlined in detail, indicating the applicable laws and ordinances. A
copy of the law and/or ordinance may be submitted with the notification.
If you have any questions, please contact Unit 3 of the Retail Licensing Division at (517) 636-0204.
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LC-3104(Rev. 09/05) The Department of Labor & Economic Growth will not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, sex, religion, age,
Authority: R436.1105(2d) and (3) national origin, color, marital status, disability, or political beliefs. If you need help with reading, writing, hearing, etc., under the Americans
Completion: Mandatory with Disabilities Act, you may make your needs known to this agency.
Penalty: No License