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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989 Electrical Board MinutesOFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING September 19, 1989 MEMBERS PRESENT: Dean Battley, Howard Lutz, John Morris, Joe Peters and Paul Todd STAFF PRESENT: James White The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Chairman Lutz. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved on a motion made by Mr. Battley, seconded by Mr. Peters. HOMEOWNER'S PERMITS: Mr. Benavides, 712 S. Hayford, made application for a permit to install 100 amp service at 712 S. Hayford. The Board thorough examined a limited amount of plans and documents, and concluded that given the lack of information presented by Mr. Benavides, they could not approve his application. However, the Board recommended that the applicant prepare additional information, as required by City Ordinance, and plan to attend the next meeting. OLD BUSINESS: The Board discussed, at length, the communications received by the Building Division regarding the ratio of apprentices to journeymen that are working for various contractors throughout the City. The Board concluded that this matter was relative to a State law, Public Act 217 of the State of Michigan, Code Construction Commis- sion, and was not part of the City of Lansing's policy. NEW BUSINESS: The Board discussed the new revised Electrical Ordinance. There were concerns by some Members as to the language regarding their duties as an Examining Board. The Members suggested that a copy of the Electrical Ordinance be sent to each Board Member for further review. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, C�, James C. White Secretary MEMBERS PRESENT OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING April 18, 1989 Howard Lutz, Dean Battley and Joe Peters INSPECTOR PRESENT: Jim White The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Howard Lutz. The minutes of February 21, 1989, were read and approved on a motion by Mr. Peters, seconded by Mr. Battley. Motion carried. HOMEOWNER PERMITS: Mr. Bruce Danford made application to install 100 amp. service at 2208 Sunnyside Street. The Members thoroughly examined all prints, sketches and documents for code compliance. Approval for the installation was granted on a motion by Mr. Peters, seconded by Mr. Battley. Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: The Members discussed, at length, the information regarding the Canadian Standards Association (C.S.A.). This organiza- tion is one of the listing, labeling and certifying companies based in Canada. The Members discussed the possible effects these standards may have on the American Electrical Industry and its' U.L. organization. The Board also discussed the possible use of some electrified partitions with retrofit equipment that is being designed for the Michigan State Lottery Building. The discussion centered around the listing and labeling of this material given its use. The Board concurred that this product could be used without problem. The Board discussed the position that the State Electrical Board has taken with regards to the installation of recessed lighting/fan combin- ation within insulated ceilings with proper listing. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James C. White \Secretary 10 ro O rn 00 ro U ri 00 U N �4 ri 04 W < OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING May 16, 1989 MEMBERS PRESENT: Howard Lutz, Joe Peters, Dean Battley INSPECTOR PRESENT: James White The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Lutz. The minutes of the April 18, 1989 were read and approved on motion from Mr. Battley, seconded by Mr. Peters. Motion carried. HOMEOWNER PERMITS: Mr. Bert Katzman made application for an Electrical Permit to install 100 amp service at 427 W. Grand River. The Members examined all sketches and drawings for proper code compliance. The Board approved the application for Mr. Katzman. OLD BUSINESS: The Board was in receipt of information regarding the applicants for the two vacant positions to be filled on the Board. These vacancies are for Industry and Contractor representitives. LThe Board welcomed this process moving forward and was satisfied that the issue would be resolved. NEW BUSINESS: The Board discussed at length the number of construction projects that are going on throughout the City and the various new products that are being used on many given jobs. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Sincerely, C)`'Y� James White Secretary �C rn OD w tr1 n ct n n MEMBERS PRESENT: OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING February 21, 1989 Howard Lutz, Joe Peters and Dean Battley MEMBERS ABSENT: Jim Wisner INSPECTOR PRESENT: James White The meeting was called to order by Chairman Lutz. There were no minutes from January because of a lack of quorum, however the Board did approve the minutes from December 20, 1988. HOMEOWNERS PERMITS: None OLD BUSINESS: The Board again discussed the task of finding and recommending two new Electrical Board Members. One position is vacant and Mr. Wisner will soon be vacating another due to the fact that he no longer lives inside the City limits. The two positions to be filled are the representative of the manufacturing industry, and the contractors. The Board made the following recommendations on companies to contact, but are not limited to the following: Industry Motor Wheel Corp. Wolherts Corp. Melling Forge Contractors Lansing Electric Motors A -A Electrical Fussman Electric Additional information will be provided. NEW BUSINESS: The Electrical Board discussed the state of the electrical industry throughout the City in terms of the number of construction sites and the overall health of the construction industry throughout the Tri -county area. The Boards conclusion was that this condition was about average. Respectfully submitted, James C. White Secretary F- m Qc co MEMBERS PRESENT: OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING November 21, 1989 Howard Lutz, John Morris, Paul Todd and Joe Peters MEMBERS ABSENT: Dean Battley STAFF PRESENT: James White The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman Lutz. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved on a motion made by Mr. Morris, second by Mr. Todd. Motion carried. HOMEOWNER'S PERMIT: Mr. Howard Dexter made application for an Electrical Permit to instaTFIOO amp service in his garage at 609 Chilson Street. The Electrical Board examined all prints and documents for proper code compliance. There were questions regarding this type of installation as it relates to the homeowner's provisions set forth in the City of Lansing Ordinances. These questions were answered and after having reviewed the documents a motion was made by Mr. Peters- second by Mr. Todd to approve the application. Motion carried. . OLD BUSINESS: The Board Members viewed plans from the previous meeting that was submitted by Mr. Roberto Reyes to install electrical service at 638 Carrier Street. The Board approved the application on a motion from Mr. Peters, second by Mr. Todd. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: The Board discussed Public Act 135 of 1989 regarding all Tt applications for work on residential buildings and/or struc- tures. This is however, a Michigan Department of Labor, Bureau of Construction Code law. The Electrical Board discussed, at length, the law's possible effect on both labor and management enclusive of code enforcement. They discussed the application of this somewhat limited law which appears to focus on residential properties exclusively. The Board also discussed the over-all cost to the construction industry in the tri -county area and throughout the State of Michigan. There was discussion on the permit fee schedule for Fiscal Year 1990-91. The Board concurred that this fee increase was timely. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, James C. White Secretary OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the ELECTRICAL BOARD MEETING December 19, 1989 MEMBERS PRESENT: Howard Lutz, Joe Peters and Paul Todd MEMBERS ABSENT: John Morris and Dean Bettley STAFF PRESENT: Jim White The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman Lutz. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved on a motion by Mr. Todd, supported by Mr. Peters. Motion carried unanimously. HOMEOWNER PERMITS: Mr. George Osmer of 2211 Robinson Road made application to insta 100 amp service. The Board examined all relative documents for compliance. The Board approved the application on a motion by Mr. Peters, supported by Mr..Todd. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Jim Hershiser of 514 E. Hazel made application for installation of 100 amp service. The Board reviewed all documents for proper code compliance The permit was approved on a motion by Mr. Todd, supported by Mr. Peters. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS: The Board again discussed the administration and possible cost of Public Act 135 of the State of Michigan. NEW BUSINESS: The Board discussed the 1990 Edition of the National Electrical Code. Their position was that this document be presented to Council for codification and approved as soon as possible. The Members were concerned about the publication and/or the administration of this new document as it relates to construction activity. The meeting adourned at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James White Secretary t7J dr m Ll nn LTJ H 3 �d to H n n L-1