HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 Public Service Board minutes FINAL REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
December 9, 2021
PRESENT: John Krohn, Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Jason Wilkes, Ronald Wilson, and
Kris Young
REMOTE: Walter Sorg
ABSENT: Thomas Hickson
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick, Keith Moss, and Lori Welch
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:34 a.m., at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
a. Roll Call
b. Remote: Mr. Sorg - Lansing, MI
c. Excused Absences: Thomas Hickson
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Wilson moved, Ms. Mahlow seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
November 10, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Young seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for November 10, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
Approval of the Revised 2022 Division Reporting Schedule: Ms. Mahlow moved,
Mr. Wilkes seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the revision.
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6) COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS:
Lori Welch, the City of Lansing Sustainability Coordinator, provided information on her
work and plans for the Sustainability Program she oversees, which included Climate Action
Plan, Energy Tracking and Efficiency, Recycle Contamination Reduction to list a few.
Questions followed.
7) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Business, Permits, and Technology Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Wastewater Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Moss gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
8) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Combined Sewer Overflow Project
update/information, Recycle/trash service charges, planning 2023 Budget, road summary,
two-way streets delayed, street projects, and yard waste.
9) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
10)NEW BUSINESS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:39 p.m.
Respectfiilly submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn, Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg, and
Kris Young
ABSENT: Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick, and Sean Seaver
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:36 a.m., at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
a. Roll Call
b. Excused Absences: Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson
c. Welcome new member: Kris Young—introductions followed.
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Sorg seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
11:43 a.m. Mr. Hickson arrived.
3) COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS:
Mr. Seaver, from the City of Lansing's Information Technology Department, provided a City
Works presentation to the Board. Questions followed.
11:53 a.m. Mr. Seaver left.
4) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
October 14, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Sorg seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for October 14, 2021, as
submitted.
5) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
6) ACTION ITEMS: None
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7) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Traffic Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
8) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Rotate board meetings to different divisions,
tours of the divisions,presentation from the Sustainability Coordinator soon, yard waste,
trash service charges, and Covid-19 Government funds.
9) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
10)NEW BUSINESS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:38 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
OCTOBER 14, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn, Nancy Mahlow, Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson
VIRTUAL: Walter Sorg
ABSENT: Samara Morgan
STAFF: Jeremiah Kilgore, Andrew Kilpatrick, and Marry Riel
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Fleet Services Officer/Acting Chair, Mr. Hickson, called the meeting to order at 11:36 a.m.,
at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
a. Roll Call
b. Virtual: Walter Sorg, in Lansing, MI
c. Excused Absences: Samara Morgan
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Mr. Hickson requested approval of the agenda, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
August 12, 2021
Mr. Hickson requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilkes seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for September 9, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
a. Approval of the Proposed Board of Public Service Meeting Schedule for 2022. Mr. Krohn
moved, Ms. Mahlow seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the
2022 meeting schedule.
b. Approval of the Proposed Division Reporting Schedule for 2022. Mr. Wilson moved, Ms.
Mahlow seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the 2022 Division
Reporting Schedule.
c. Review and approve McLaren request to rename/name streets at new location. After
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discussion Mr. Wilson moved to approve the City amended street names, Mr. Krohn
seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the City of Lansing
recommended street names.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Operations and Maintenance/CART Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Property Management Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Riel gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Two-Way Street and 496 Project updates, yard
waste, and WWTP energy/process improvement study.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS: None
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg,
and Jason Wilkes
ABSENT: Ronald Wilson
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:37 a.m., at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
a. Roll Call
b. Excused Absences: Ronald Wilson
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Sorg moved, Ms. Mahlow seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
August 12, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilkes seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for August 12, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS: None
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Business, Permits, and Technology Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
11:43 a.m. Mr. Krohn arrived
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Fleet Services Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Two-Way Street, and 496 Project updates.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS: None
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
Director Kilpatrick announced two ribbon cuttings, and appreciation outing.
Mr. Wilkes presented thank you letters, written to the Public Service employees, from Foster
Grandparents at the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program.
Ms. Mahlow stated the Eastside Summer Festival was a success and thanked the Public
Service Department for their help.
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
AUGUST 12, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, and Walter Sorg
ABSENT: Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson
STAFF: Nathan Arnold, Jeremiah Kilgore, Andrew Kilpatrick, and Keith Moss
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:32 a.m., at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
a. Roll Call
b. Excused Absences: Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson
c. New 4th ward Board Member—Gregory Frens—resigned position.
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Sorg moved, Mr. Hickson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
July 8, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Sorg seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for July 8, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS:
Citizen Valerie L. Marsh was unable to attend, but emailed her comments in to be read at the
meeting. On Action Item Traffic Requests to prohibit Parking on Taffy Parkway, Ms. Marsh
noted reasons and hazards of the request, and commented on the importance of the prohibit.
5) ACTION ITEMS:
Traffic Requests:
a. #21-04 Traffic Control request: Lansing Avenue & Queen Street—A resident
requested a review at this intersections. After the Transportation and Non-
Motorized Section conducted a study and review it is recommended that a yield
sign be installed for eastbound traffic on Ontario Street at Lansing Avenue due to
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the safe approach speed and to assign the right of way at this intersection.
b. #21-05 Traffic Control Request: Lansing Avenue & Cross Street-—A resident
requested a review at this intersections. After the Transportation and Non-
Motorized Section conducted a study and review, it is recommended that a stop
sign be installed for westbound traffic on Cross Street and Lansing Avenue due to
the safe approach speed and to assign right of way at this intersection.
c. #21-08 Traffic Control Request: Magnolia Avenue and Marcus Street -—A
resident requested a review at this intersections. After the Transportation and
Non-Motorized Section conducted a study and review, it is recommended that the
existing yield signs on Marcus Street at Magnolia Avenue be upgraded to stop
signs due to the safe approach speed at this intersection.
d. #21-09 Old Town Parking Study—As part of the deployment of multi-space
parking pay station throughout the City and long standing issues with a lack of
parity in parking in Lansing's Old Town, a parking study was performed in this
area of the City. After the Transportation and Non-Motorized Section conducted a
study and review it is recommended that parking changes be made in areas of
Washington Avenue, Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, and Turner Street.
e. #21-10 Parking Prohibition Request: Taffy Parkway-A resident requested a
parking study to prohibit parking along the west side of Taffy Parkway. After the
Transportation and Non-Motorized Section conducted a study and review, it is
recommended that parking along the west side of Taffy Parkway from Hughes
Road to Haag Road be prohibited to better meet the needs of residents/property
owners.
f. #21-12 Parking Prohibition Request: Legacy LLCNillage Townhouses
Cooperative—Haverhill Drive and Winterset Drive. Chief Operating Officer for
Legacy LLC requested a parking study to prohibit parking along the north side of
Haverhill Drive and along the west side of Winterset Drive to prevent congestion
and potential safety issues in regards to emergency vehicle access to the
community. The Transportation and Non-Motorized Section recommended that
parking along the west side of Taffy Parkway from Hughes Road to Haag Road
be prohibited along sections of the East and West Sides of Haverhill Drive and
along sections of the north and south sides of Winterset Drive.
After discussion, Mr. Hickson moved to approve all the above traffic requests,
Ms. Mahlow seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the
traffic requests.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Traffic Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Wastewater Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore introduced the new Wastewater Treatment Plant's Superintendent, Keith Moss.
Mr. Kilgore gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
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7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Two-Way Street Meeting, and MDOT 496
Project.
Director Kilpatrick,per Mr. Wilson's email, stated the city is looking into trash service
charges, be included in property taxes, to help eliminate illegal trash dumping, and provided
anticipated Frandor area road construction, which would not be complete this construction
season and would restart again next year.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS:
Speed limits on city streets, and State regulated streets in the city were discussed.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:42 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
JULY 8, 2021
PRESENT: Gregory Frens, Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan,
Walter Sorg, Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson.
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Nathan Arnold, Jeremiah Kilgore, and Andrew Kilpatrick
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:32 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—virtual from Lansing, MI, and Manistee, MI.
b. Excused Absences: N/A
c. Welcome New 4th ward Board Member—Gregory Frens—Introductions followed.
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Wilson moved, Ms. Mahlow seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
June 10, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for June 10, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
11:45 a.m. Mr. Sorg arrived
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operations and Maintenance/CART Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore and Mr. Arnold gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions
followed.
6) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Street projects, Covid recovery money,
vacancies at Wastewater, and trash/recycle services.
7) ACTION ITEMS:
Election of Officers:
Chair-Ms. Mahlow nominated Ms. Morgan for a 3ta term. Ms. Morgan declined. Mr.
Sorg nominated Mr. Wilkes. Mr. Wilkes declined. Ms. Morgan nominated Mr. Sorg. Mr.
Sorg declined. Ms. Morgan asked if anyone wanted to volunteer for the position and no
one came forward. Ms. Mahlow asked if Ms. Morgan would reconsider her nomination.
Ms. Morgan accepted the nomination. Ms. Mahlow moved to nominate Ms. Morgan for
Chair, and to suspend the 2-year term rule, Mr. Hickson seconded, MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY, to approve Samara Morgan as Chair.
Vice Chair MahlowRRIEDated r. Sorg. Mr. Sorg accepted the UNANIMOUSLY, to approve Walter1Sorg as
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Vice Chair.
Engineering Officer—John Krohn
Traffic Engineering Officer—Walter Sorg
Wastewater Officer—Jason Wilkes
Operations and Maintenance/CART Officer—Nancy Mahlow
Property Management Officer—Ronald Wilson
Fleet Services Officer—Thomas Hickson
Business,Permits, and Technology Officer—Gregory Frens
Approval of the Board of Public Service FY 22/23 Budget Resolutions—Mr. Wilson
moved to approve,Mr. Sorg seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY,to
approve the resolutions.
Approval of the Resolution Urging Maintaining Non-Resident Income Tax drafted by
Mr. Sorg—After discussion, and amendments. Mr. Hickson moved to approve the
resolution with amendments, Mr. Wilson seconded, MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS: None
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
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11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
JUNE 109 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg,
Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson.
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick, and Marty Riel
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:31 a.m.,via Zoom
a. Roll Call—virtual from Lansing,MI.
b. Excused Absences: N/A
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Wilson moved, Mr. Hickson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
11:34 a.m. Mr. Wiles arrived
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
May 13, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for May 13, 2021, as
submitted.
11:36 a.m. Mr. Sorg arrived
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS: None
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Fleet Services Division: A written report was distributed.
In Mr. Denison's absence, Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion
and questions followed.
Propelly Management Division: A written report was distributed.
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Mr. Riel gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Street projects, new road repair treatment,
budget passing, priority list for Ingham County, new City website, and trash/recycle services.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The Memorial/Street Naming Policies will be sent to the Attorney's Office for review along
with questions the Board will submit. Discussion on this will begin again once returned from
the Attorney's Office.
9) NEW BUSINESS:
The Board discussed their FY 22/23 Budget Resolutions, which will be put as an action item
at the July 2021 Board meeting.
Election of Officers scheduled for July meeting.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS:
Mr. Sorg offered to draft a resolution on the Repeal Bill, coming through Congress, on
income tax, to be discussed and approved by the Board at the next meeting. All agreed for
the draft resolution.
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
MAY 139 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg, Jason Wilkes,
and Ronald Wilson.
ABSENT: John Krohn
STAFF: Jeremiah Kilgore, Andrew Kilpatrick, and Mayor Andy Schor
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:31 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—virtual from Lansing,MI.
b. Excused Absences: John Krohn
c. Mayor Andy Schor thanked the Board Member's for their voluntary service to the City
and the Citizens of Lansing. Mayor Schor stated he appreciates all their hard work
serving on the Board of Public Service. Questions for the Mayor followed. Mayor left
meeting following questions and answers at 11:37 a.m.
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Wilson requested an addition to
Communications and Information Items section, Mr. Sorg moved, Ms. Mahlow seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, with the addition.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
April 8,2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for April 8, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
Review and Adopt Memorial/Street Naming Policy -was put on hold, as the policy is still
being reviewed and modified.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Wastewater Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
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Business, Permits, and Technology Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: Transportation Grant, and projects.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS:
Discuss Board of Public Service Budget Resolutions FY 22/23 will be next month after
review of FY 21/22 Resolutions. Will create FY 22/23 Budget Resolutions before or by
August 2021 meeting.
Election of Officers scheduled for July meeting.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS:
Prior to the meeting, Mr. Wilson requested information on the top ten areas of the City, which
had illegal dumping of trash. Mr. Kilgore provided that information. Discussion followed on
how to prevent illegal dumping.
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
April 8, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn, Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg,
Jason Wilkes, and Ronald Wilson.
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick, and Mitch Whisler.
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:31 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—All virtual from Lansing, MI, except Mr. Hickson virtual from Bradenton, FL.
b. Excused Absences: N/A
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
March 11, 2021
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Wilkes seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for March It, 2021, as
submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS: None
6) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kilpatrick reported on the following: budget, trash issues on right-of-way, Memorial
Policy, Cares Act Funds, Tree Planting Policy/funding, street paving, and projects.
7) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
12:03 p.m. Director Kilpatrick left the meeting.
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Traffic Engineering Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Whisler gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS: None
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
March 11, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg, and
Jason Wilkes.
ABSENT: Ronald Wilson
STAFF: Jeremiah Kilgore, Andrew Kilpatrick,Nathan Arnold, and Marty Riel.
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:36 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—All virtual from Lansing, MI
b. Excused Absences: Ronald Wilson
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Sorg seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
February 11, 2021
Chair Morgan requested correction to the minutes and approval of the minutes with
correction, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Hickson seconded, MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for February 11, 2021, as amended.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
Approval of the 2020 Public Service Department Annual Report: After review and a few
corrections, Ms. Mahlow moved to approve the Annual Report, Mr. Sorg seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Operations and Maintenance/CART Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore and Mr. Arnold gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions
followed.
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Prope _ Management Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Riel gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Kilpatrick reported on the following: WWTP Superintendent interviews, filling critical
positions, budget challenges, budget approval, street paving, sewer separation, new City
website, and projects.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Sorg questioned if future meeting will be remote or in-person, since the City Council
Ordinance ends allowing remote meetings. Director Kilpatrick state Council could extend the
ordinance; we will wait and follow their guide.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
February 11, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn,Nancy Mahlow, Walter Sorg, Jason Wilkes, and
Ronald Wilson
ABSENT: Samara Morgan
STAFF: Andrew Kilpatrick
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Vice Chair Wilkes called the meeting to order at 11:34 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—All virtual from Lansing, MI
b. Excused Absences: Samara Morgan
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Vice Chair Wilkes requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Wilson moved, Ms. Mahlow
seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
January 14, 2021
Vice Chair Wilkes requested approval of the minutes, Mr. Hickson moved, Ms. Mahlow
seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the minutes for
January 14, 2021, as submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
With limited amount of time to review the Draft Public Service Department Annual Report,
Mr. Wilson moved to table the approval until next month meeting, Ms. Mahlow seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Business, Permits, & Technology Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Fleet Services Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
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7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Kilpatrick reported on the following: budget/revenue/shortages & long-term outlook,
workshare, hiring freeze/critical positions, and snow plowing/real time plowing map.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS:
The Board watched the Board of Ethics Training Video together at the meeting, except for
Chair Morgan, who will watch at a later date.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary
REGULAR MEETING OF
BOARD OF PUBLIC SERVICE
January 14, 2021
PRESENT: Thomas Hickson, John Krohn, Nancy Mahlow, Samara Morgan, Walter Sorg, and
Jason Wilkes
ABSENT: Ronald Wilson
STAFF: Jeremiah Kilgore, Andrew Kilpatrick, and Nathan Arnold
VISITORS: None
1) CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Morgan called the meeting to order at 11:33 a.m., via Zoom
a. Roll Call—All virtual from Lansing, MI
b. Excused Absences: Ronald Wilson
2) ADJUSTMENTS/APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Chair Morgan requested approval of the agenda, Mr. Sorg moved, Mr. Hickson seconded,
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to approve the agenda, as submitted.
3) APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:
December 10, 2020
Chair Morgan requested approval of the minutes, Ms. Mahlow moved, Mr. Hickson
seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to approve the minutes for
December 10, 2020, as submitted.
4) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: None
5) ACTION ITEMS:
Traffic Request: Discussion on location of the traffic requests led to the Board tabling all
seven requests until a later date. Mr. Sorg moved to table the Traffic Requests, Ms. Mahlow
seconded, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6) REPORT OF OFFICERS:
Traffic Engineer Division: A written report was distributed.
Director Kilpatrick gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
Wastewater Division: A written report was distributed.
Mr. Kilgore gave a brief overview of the report. Discussion and questions followed.
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7) DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Kilpatrick reported on the following: Covid-19 Vaccine, budget/revenue/short & long-
term outlook, workshare, CART/trash service, and projects.
8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
9) NEW BUSINESS:
The Board discussed their South Cedar safety issues and concerns. Director Kilpatrick will
take these concerns to MDOT.
10)COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ITEMS: None
11)ITEMS FOR THE SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: None
12)PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS: None
13)ADJOURN:
The meeting adjourned at 12:33 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by,
Janette Tate, Recording Secretary