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Home My WebLink About2003 Mechanical Board MinutesMECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Jan 14th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 YM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of a Quorum Present? YES PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: (Personal Choice) HAPPY NEW YEAR. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [ Under God 1, indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chairman - Paul Gilmore - CommerciaUResidential Mechanical Contractor, Marcus Metoyer Jr. Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor, Pat Ryan Mechanical/Electricaly-Boiloir Contractor, Eric Shields -Citizen at large, Plumbing/Htg. Employee. ABSENT: Jim Lamar - Chairman, OFF SICK Ci-) t STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical InspectorBoard Secretary c., George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector. -� GUESTS PRESENT: NONE Co MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of Dec 10th , 2002 -Minutes`-` Motion for Approval- Metoyer 2nd Shields Vote- Passed HEARINGS/DELEGATES/INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: None OLD BUSINESS: Flood Zone Policy Consideration - Motion to approve new flood zone document for future mailing to contractors/Metoyer - Second Shields - Passed. Board Thanked City for Christmas Dinner, it was very much appreciated. NEW BUSINESS: Discussion of Mayor's leaving and other position changes within the City of Lansing. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 1860 Permits were issued for 2002, compared to last years total of 1901 permits. State assisted in an environmental inspection on So. ML King in which an employee health complaint at Check & Go was taken. Investigation progressed with State Health Department Analysis. Corrections were ordered at the building to help alleviate the condition found. >Chief Biddinger reported his appointment to new State Code Amendment Committee, one of five members, first meeting is Jan 215` BOARD COMMENTS: None. Motion for Adjournment - ADJOURNME :�PM O Board Secretary Draft of Minute , Jan 140' 2003 Chairman ' "l 41 Draft ef Minutes Jan 14'}', 2003 MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Feb 11th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of a Quorum Present? YES ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Jim Lamar, Citizen at Large, Marcus Metoyer Jr. Owner Faylett, Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor, Eric Shields —Citizen at large, Co -Owner Shields Pluinbing/Htg. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: (Personal Choice) I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God ], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical Inspector/Board Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, Calvin Baxter Mechanical Inspector. ABSENT: Gilmore, Ryan. GUESTS PRESENT: none MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of Jan 14th, 2002 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Metoyer 2°a Shields Vote- Accepted. HEARINGS/DELEGATESANDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: None OLD BUSINESS: New Flood Zone Rehabilitation Code Policy — Was presented to the State Amendments Committee Members, and Chief T. Berry gave his approval, as a Rood document. Our normal flood zone policy was discussed also, and thought a good document to meet the intent of this code section. This new policy will be mailed to Contractors with new Fee Schedules after City of Lansing Approval. NEW BUSINESS: Terror Alert - High. >Chief Gary Biddinger, a member, reported on progress of State Amendments Committee, and the new Plumbing Code(s), New School Construction Act 628, and how they influence Mechanical Inspections. The Amendments Committee was expanded to 8 seats, with 2 Chief Mechanical Inspectors, and 6 Mechanical Contractors as representatives from around the State. Members will make Amendments to the New State Mechanical Code(s) and hold Public Hearings toward the end of August, previous to implementation. Requested changes should be announced soon, for consideration by the Board. >List of current considerations was passed to the Board Members for their input. >NOTE: November I Vh Board Meeting falls on a Holiday- This Meeting will be moved to the next day November 12'h 2003, and Board Room has been scheduled for 7PM this date.. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 195 Permits were issued to calendar date 2003, compared to last years total of 169 permits, this same time period last year. Fire Marshall has implemented inspections of Industrial Businesses and Mechanical Inspectors will be called, for items found in non-compliance. Two Businesses have been inspected, and contacted for corrections to date. >>Please remember our Soldiers, Especially Insp. Shields Son, and Gary's Grandson, soon on their way to the Middle East, as proud Navy Members. BOARD COMMENTS: None. Motion for; urnment — ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board Secretary i Chairman- FINAL Minutes, Feb 11th 2003 FIN of Minutes Feb 11't', 2003 L k17i'�c�' G'�w `�C�i /(, aco y MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA March 11th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of a Quorum Present? YES ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Jim Lamar, Citizen at Large,Vice Chairman Paul Gilmore, Owner Gilmore Heating, Commercial Contractor, Marcus Metoyer Jr. Owner Faylett Heating, Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor, Pat Ryan Owner Ryan Electric/Mechanical Contractor, Eric Shields —Citizen at large, Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: (Personal Choice) I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God ], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical Inspector/Board Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector. ABSENT: Cal Baxter, off work with Injury. GUESTS PRESENT: None. MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of Feb 1 lth, 2002 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Gilmore, 2nd Metoyer Vote- Approved. HEARINGS/DELEGATESANDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: OLD BUSINESS: Update of Code Changes Pending for 2004 Code. NEW BUSINESS: Update of Possible Changes of our Flood Policy, after discussion with State Chief Building Inspector, for a new vote by board members. Tabled till next meeting. >Jack Nelson retiring April 10th, 2003, from the City of Lansing. Jack is semi -retiring up North, and will become one of the best Realtors in that area along with his wife. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 341 Permits were issued this calendar year, date, 2003, compared to last years total of 273 permits this same time period last year. Three Citations issued to Grand Rapids area people, for working on Commercial installation of boiler without permits and with violations of install. Court Hearing Pending, as individuals plead not guilty. BOARD COMMENTS: None. Motion for ournment — ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board Secreta Chairma FINAL, Minutes, March 11th 2003 FINALMfn tes, March 1 th 2003 Aos Sa, 6wo�_�� MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA April 8th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of a Quorum Present? YES ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Jim Lamar, Citizen at Large,Vice Chairman Paul Gilmore, Owner Gilmore Heating, Commercial Mechanical Contractor, Marcus Metoyer Jr. Owner Faylett Heating, Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor, Pat Ryan Owner Ryan Electric/Mechanical Contractor, Eric Shields — Citizen at large, Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: (Personal Choice) I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God ), indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical InspectorBoard Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector. ABSENT: GUESTS PRESENT: None MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of March 11th, 2003 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Gilmore, 2°a Shields Vote- Approved. HEARINGS/DELEGATESANDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: Cliff Branklyn —suggested for membership. OLD BUSINESS: >Update of Code Changes Pending for 2004 Code. Discussion of changes by Chief Biddinger. >Events of Plumbing Board Decision, Attended -by Chairman Lamar, and Brian Shields. Major discussion regarding this subject. >Update — Flood policy - Tabled - Shields — Second -Gilmore Passed. NEW BUSINESS: >Jack Nelson retiring -April 100' is Open House 2 to 4 PM. Please feel free to stop by and wish Jack a great retirement. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 445 Permits were issued this calendar year, date, 2003, compared to last years total of 391Pcrmits, this same time period last year. A Court Hearing Pending from last months citations, as individuals plead not guilty. BOARD COMMENTS: None. Motion for A ent — ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board SecretaryChairmaw"' FINAL Minutes, April 8th 2003 FINAeMinutes A ril 8t', 2003 rA E.' MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA MAY 13th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of a Quorum Present? YES ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Jim Lamar, Citizen at Large,Vice Chairman Paul Gilmore, Owner Gilmore Heating, Commercial Mechanical Contractor, Pat Ryan Owner Ryan Electric/Mechanical Contractor, Eric Shields —Citizen at large, Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: (Personal Choice) I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical Inspector/Board Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector. ABSENT: Marcus Metoyer-out of town. >Moment of silence for past Board Member Neal Chandler, who died peacefully in his sleep on May 5t'. GUESTS PRESENT: None MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of April 8th, 2003 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Shields, 2"d Gilmore Vote- Approved. HEARINGS/DELEGATES/INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: None OLD BUSINESS: >Reviewed New Code IFGC Books for 2004 Code Changes. >Review New Code changes for the Residential Code 2004. >Update of Code Changes Pending for 2004 Michigan International Mechanical Code. NEW BUSINESS: >Dan Greer from LCC, extended his gratitude and many `thanks', as he and his wife appreciated more than you will ever know, the donations received. The Cancer was localized in the bladder, which was successfully removed after a 61/2 Hour operation. >Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2003-2004 year. Nomination of Paul Gilmore, Seconded, carried, for Chairman. Nomination for Vice Chairman by Gilmore, Nominating Jim Lamar, for Vice Chairman, Seconded Ryan, Passed. Next Scheduled Meeting after Summer Break.....Sept 9th, 2003. Have a good summer. Meetings during summer break if required? Notice will be sent 2 weeks prior. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 588 Permits issued this calendar year/date 2003, compared to last years total of 605 Permits, this same time period last year. BOARD COMMENTS: None Motion for Adjournment — Passed, meeti urned. ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board Secret Chairman FINAL Minutes, May 23th 2003 FINAL Minutes May 13'', 2003 MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Sept. 9th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM FINAL MINUTES FINAL MINUTES Determination of Quorum >QUORUM - Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Gilmore. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Paul Gilmore - Gilmore Heating - Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor. Vice Chairman Jim Lamar Citizen at Large, past Union Pipe fitter. Pat Ryan - Commercial/Residential Electric/Mechanical/Boiler Contractor. Eric Shields — Citizen at large - Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg., Commercial/Residential/Boiler Contractor. Marcus Metoyer Jr. Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical Inspector/Board Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, Calvin Baxter Mechanical Inspector. ABSENT: NONE INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS PRESENT: NONE MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of May 13th, 2003 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Metoyer, 2nd Shields Vote- Passed. HEARINGS/DELEGATES/INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: Still Need a 6th Member for a vacant seat. - DISCUSSION OLD BUSINESS: >Members attending the ball game had a good time. Sort of a last minute notice of seats available. NEW BUSINESS: >New roster for 2003-2004 > Meet Dates for remaining year- Oct 14, Nov 12 & Dec 91h Christmas Meeting >Where would you like Christmas Meeting? Voted —Champs- Need to Schedule. >Employee's handout/Policy discussed. Members are encouraged to report mechanical work that appears not to be permitted, if you have observed a situation you can call the dispatcher during the working hours, and have the staff check for permits. If no permits are in the system, you may request they radio the Chief Inspector or his designates. [An exact address Page Two of Two - Final Minutes September 9th 2003 Mechanical Board Meeting [Continued] - should be given, time noted, and vehicle plate #'s or contractor name on the vehicles would be beneficial]. Caution should be taken however to prevent an encounter with the suspected violators. There are on occasions, contractors who have filed for permits, and they may not yet be processed. We have captured many violators in the past from your calls, and appreciate your help. Employee Handout discussed. >Complaint letter from James Panetta discussed. >Happy Birthday Chairman Gilmore & Board Member, Eric Shields. >New Fees - See attached Permit Application. >New 2004 Code updates- State Amendments handouts given to Board Members and items discussed with members interacting with Mechanical Staff. State Hearings on proposed amendments, Sept. 22, 9:30 717 W. Allegan St., Forum Conference Room. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 1171 Permits issued this calendar year/date 2003, compared to last years total of 12411'ermits, this same time period last year. Fall Conference September 18, 19 & 20 at Clare, Doherty Hotel for training. Brian attending all three days, and Cal and Gary on Friday's training sessions. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: None. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: Oct 14th, 2003 Motion for Adjournment - ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board Secreg;r�V-&— Chainn Final Minutes, Sept 9 2003 Final Minu es September 9 , 2003 MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Oct 14th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM Final MINUTES Final MINUTES Determination of Quorum ROLL CALL - >Meeting Called to Order by Vice Chairman Lamar >PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. >MEMBERS PRESENT: (Absent) - Chairman Paul Gilmore - Gilmore Heating - Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor. Vice Chairman Jim Lamar Citizen at Large, past Union Pipe fitter. Pat Ryan - Commercial/Residential Electric/Mechanical/Boiler Contractor. Eric Shields — Citizen at large - Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg., Commercial/Residential/Boiler Contractor. Marcus Metoyer Jr. Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical InspectorBoard Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, Calvin Baxter Mechanical Inspector. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS PRESENT: None MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of Sept 9th, 2003 Minutes. Motion for Approval- Metoyer, 2nd Shields, Vote- Passed. HEARINGS/DELEGATES/INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: OLD BUSINESS: Arrangements for Christmas Dinner Meeting at 6:30 Tuesday December 9`h, at Champps Restaurant off Lake Lansing Road in the new mall, East side of East Entrance. Due to City of Lansing budget restrictions only main menu individual orders and non alcoholic drinks are provided. [If you wish Pre -Meal Appetizers, and alcoholic drinks, they will have to be purchased on your own]. Another person attending this event with you, of your choice, is desired. If there is an appeal that month, the dinner date will be reset, and we will meet normally in Board Room. NEW BUSINESS: >Report on State Hearings on proposed amendments, Sept. 22, 9:30 717 W. Allegan St., Forum Conference Room. New Code Books Ordered for Jan 2004 Implementation. >Discussion of Private Home Inspectors. >Letters of support received by Chief Biddinger, from Michigan Chapter of ACCA, and SMACNA Metropolitan, Detroit Chapter, asking Governor Grandholm to endorse the re- appointment to the State Mechanical Board of Rules. (Gov. Appointment for 2003-05). Chief Biddinger completed paper work from Gov. Office for a background check, and is waiting for results. DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 1333 Permits issued this calendar year/date 2003, compared to last years total of 1415 Permits, this time period last yr. Training continues for Inspectors, with recent Conferences and Seminars, Brian to PIAM Weds. In Traverse City. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: Miscellaneous discussions of New Code Requirements, Inspection procedures, code gliches, etc. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: Nov 12th, 2003 Motion for Adjournment — Shields, 2°a Me Adjourned. ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board Secretary Chairm ' Final Minutes, Oct 14 2003 Final M nutes Oct. 14 003 MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA November 12th, 2003 7 PM to 9:00 PM MEETING HELD AT BUILDING SAFETY CONFERENCE ROOM Final MINUTES Final MINUTES Determination of Quorum ROLL CALL - >Meeting Called to Order by: Vice Chairman Jim Lamar >PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation, [Under God], indivisible, with liberty, and justice for all. >MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Paul Gilmore - Gilmore Heating - Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor - absent. Vice Chairman Jim Lamar Citizen at Large, past Union Pipe fitter. Pat Ryan - Commercial/Residential Electric/Mechanical/Boiler Contractor. Eric Shields — Citizen at large - Co -Owner Shields Plumbing/Htg., Commercial/Residential/Boiler Contractor. Marcus Metoyer Jr. Commercial/Residential Mechanical Contractor -absent. STAFF PRESENT: Gary Biddinger City Chief Mechanical InspectorBoard Secretary, George Brian Shields Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector, and Calvin Baxter Mechanical Inspector. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS PRESENT: None. MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: Motion for approval of Oct 14th, 2003 Minutes. Motion for Approval - Shields 2nd , Ryan Vote- Approved HEARINGS/DELEGATES/INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FLOOR: None OLD BUSINESS: Arrangements for Christmas Dinner Meeting at 6:30 Tuesday December 9th, at Champps Restaurant off Lake Lansing Road in the new mall, East side of East Entrance. Due to City of Lansing budget restrictions only main menu individual orders and non alcoholic drinks are provided. [If you wish Pre -Meal Appetizers, and alcoholic drinks, they will have to be purchased on your own]. Another person attending this event with you, of your choice, is desired. If there is an appeal that month, the dinner date will be reset, and we will meet normally in Board Room. NEW BUSINESS: >Affordable 1— Folded, reported by one of the owners that over 70 jobs were not permitted. Administrative Action in progress regarding this matter. >State Intrepretation, Tennison Letter - Co -Mingling air issue. Lots of discussion, & concensus to wait for T. Berrys response, prior to further action from the board. >New Code Books Ordered for Jan 2004 Implementation will be delivered to Board Members as soon as available.. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: None DIVISIONAL ACTIONS/REPORTS FOR THIS MONTH: 1551 Permits issued this calendar year/date 2003, compared to last years total of 1603 Permits, this time period last yr. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: Dec 9th, 2003, Christmas Dinner Motion for Adjournment — Shields, 2nd Adjourned. ary ADJOURNMENT: 9 PM O Board SecretChairman Final Minutes, Nov 12th, 2003 Final Minutes Oc . 14`" , 2003 City of lansing Mechanical Board Minutes MEETINGS 2ND TUESDAY EACH MONTH AT BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION Draft of Minutes Dec 9th, 2003 Draft of Minutes Qurom Present. Meeting called to order by: Chairman Gilmore Members: Chairman: Paul Gilmore Jr., Contractor - Ex. June 2005 Vice Chairman: Jim Lamar, Citizen - Ex. June 2005 Marcus Metoyer Jr. Contractor - Ex. June 2005 Pat Ryan Contractor — Ex. June 2006 Eric Shields Citizen — Ex. June 2006 Staff: Gary Biddinger, Chief Mechanical Inspector — Secretary - George Brian Shields — Mec./Plbg. Inspector Calvin Baxter — Mechanical Inspector Members Absent: Metoyer, Lamar Pledge of Allegence: Introduction of guests: MOTION: Ryan, second Shields — All business be tabled until Jan. 2004 - Passed Minutes of Last Meeting — Tabled. APPEALS: None OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: DIVISIONAL ACTIONS REPORT: BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: Jan 13th, 2004 MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT: Aye ADJOURNED: Secretary -A Chairman 7 oal-j 1V Draft of Minutes Dec 9th, 2003 Draft of Minut s